In an era dominated by cutting-edge technologies, the rise of Artificial Intelligence and its influence on some key aspects of society has emerged as a
Agriculture is at the heart of our food systems and indubitably influences our health; as the Maltese population grows, so too does our dependence on
In recent years, Malta is experiencing a surging urban make-over, where more and more historical structures like the iconic terraced houses are being demolished to
In a world increasingly dominated by the influence of social media, it is imperative that we delve into the profound questions raised by technology’s impact
The ĊineXjenza initiative is set to enter its ninth season this October, with an exciting line-up of films covering topics such as disease outbreaks, mental
Healthcare has witnessed a remarkable transformation with the advent of targeted treatment approaches. The days of one-fits-all medicine are numbered, as scientists and healthcare professionals
From the clouds in the sky right down to the depths of the oceans, Kids Dig Science is Finding Nemo this month and following him
Are you interested in science communication? Do you want to add managing an Erasmus+ project to your resumé? If you are passionate about science and
‘Huff and a Puff’ said the big bad wolf menacingly to each of the little pigs! This month’s Kids Dig Science will be testing the
ĊineXjenza | Picture a Scientist will focus on women in science and their struggle for equality. Join the event on April 18th, 7pm in the
ĊineXjenza will be screening the drama ‘Beautiful Boy’ on 14th March at 7pm in the Spazju Kreattiv cinema as part of the Brain Awareness Week.
When dealing with people suffering from depression, it is often hard to clearly communicate what is going on inside. How can depression, which is more
Did you know that Lewis Carroll’s popular tales including Alice in Wonderland, contain some hidden truths about the human brain that are still inspiring neuroscientists
The Malta Chamber of Scientists welcomes the National Research and Innovation Strategic Plan 2023–2027 and has submitted its response to the public open consultation launched
Xjenza Online is the open access Journal of the Malta Chamber of Scientists. Xjenza Online is a peer-reviewed journal, indexed on Google Scholar, aiming to
What do Goldilocks and outer space have in common? Goldilocks was a little scientist, she conducted her experiment in the home of the 3 bears.
Xjenza Online is published by the Malta Chamber of Scientists in open access electronic format on the website xjenza.org. The journal is peer-reviewed journal, indexed on Google Scholar,
The Malta Chamber of Scientists welcomes the National Strategic Plan for Further andHigher Education 2022-2030 and has submitted its response to the public open consultationlaunched
In recent years, the advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning have resulted in the development of AI text generation systems. These systems are capable
How can we make 3D printing more efficient and environmentally friendly? Join Malta Café Scientifique’s event on February the 8th, where Albert Curmi will be
The dairy industry generates an enormous amount of profit, passing on its costs to the environment, the climate and the cows that suffer a great
We are happy to announce that Issue 2 of Volume 10 of Xjenza online, the official Science Journal of the Malta Chamber of Scientists (https://www.xjenza.org), has
A bit of a defrost for one of the coldest months of the year! ‘Defrosting Frozen’, is about melting down ‘Frozen’, a modern day, frosty
With the end of the year approaching, I’d like to take the opportunity to thank you for your support and involvement in the Chamber’s initiatives
The Malta Chamber of Scientists and the University of Malta are proud to announce that they have just signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to
An event held on Friday 2nd December at the Valletta Design Cluster marked thirty years of the Malta Chamber of Scientists’ work towards science and
December brings joy and excitement in the run up to Christmas! Have YOU given a thought to what you want for Christmas? Well this year
The importance of having a good, inspirational teacher in the formation of young academics and scientists cannot be overstated. Join ĊineXjenza on 13th of December
The COVID-19 pandemic has shown how vulnerable society to biological hazards is. Dr. Sholeem Griffin will present her work on a novel method of disinfectant
The Malta Café Scientifique presents an evening on health, fitness and the ‘true’ Mediterranean diet. Join Prof. Suzanne Piscopo as she presents research on food,
Want to learn about why Einstein is so famous? Join us in the Spazju Kreattiv cinema on November 15th at 7pm to watch the documentary
Interested in Science Communication and looking to improve your skills and spice up your CV? The Malta Café Scientifique team are looking for enthusiastic people to help
We invite you to participate in the Med-In Pharma 2022 Conference, organised by Med-Tech World in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Malta
To understand the big picture of the world, one must look at the smallest things that exist. Physics professor Sally Seidel works on finding new
ĊineXjenza is back for its 8th season, kicking off with an event centred around how we can shape the development of artificial intelligence (AI) to ake
Our warmest congratulations to MCS Council member Professor Giuseppe Di Giovanni, who has been elected Secretary-General of the World Neuroscience Organization IBRO. IBRO (International Brain Research Organization)
The Malta Chamber of Scientists expresses its disappointment at the announced budget cuts at the University of Malta, which will certainly impact its research output
The Malta Chamber of Scientists is currently planning out the next season of ĊineXjenza (2022-2023) and a call for volunteers is now open! We are
The Malta Chamber of Scientists council has attended a meeting between Hon. Minister Dr Jo Etienne Abela and the Malta Laboratory network and the Malta
Travelling about 13,000 kilometres in a year, sea turtles are real migrants of the Mediterranean. With such great distances, one would expect that injuries at
The Malta Chamber of Scientists council has held a meeting with the Director for the Institute of Applied Sciences (IAS) at MCAST, Ms Paula Grech
The Malta Chamber of Scientists council has held a meeting with the University of Malta’s Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella, where the strengthening and formalisation
We are very proud to have met Hon. Keith Azzopardi Tanti with whom we discussed research in Malta, policies, engagement and inclusion. We hope to
Date and Time: Wednesday, 4th May, 7pm The atmosphere is the thin envelope of gases surrounding the Earth and helping us to breath, shielding the
Date and Time: 7th May at 3pm and 8th May at 11am Venue: Spazju Kreattiv Meet Sean and Jeremy as they navigate the science of
Date and Time: Tueday, 26th April 2022, 7pm Venue: Spazju Kreattiv This conspiracy documentary takes us on a journey filled with criticism towards overfishing and
The Malta Chamber of Scientists has reviewed the second edition of the National R&I Monitoring Report 2019–2020[1], published recently by the Malta Council for Science
The Malta Chamber of Scientists is working on an exciting project that will see the creation of the first Science Shop in our country. However,
While birds have been flying for a gazillion years, it’s something relatively new to us humans and we rely on some important scientific principles to achieve
Date & time: 5 May 2021 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Venue: Online The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically affected not just our physical health but also our
Date & Time: Wednesday 14 April 2021, 7pm Venue: OnlineThroughout history motorsport enthusiasts have witnessed the evolution of car racing – from the first race held
Date & Time: Wednesday 3rd March, 7pm Venue: Studio BPlease be prudent and do not book tickets if you’re unsure whether you will be attending. If
Date & Time: Wednesday 3rd February 2021, 7pm Venue: Studio BPlease be prudent and do not book tickets if you’re unsure whether you will be attending. If
Insects – Love them or hate them, insects are everywhere. There are anywhere between six and ten million different types of these crawling, slithering, climbing, swimming
Date & Time: Wednesday 9th December, 7pm Venue: OnlineAn ageing population is one of the greatest social and economic challenges facing the EU. Join Malta Café
The Malta Chamber of Scientists expresses its satisfaction at the creation of the ministerial portfolio in Research, Innovation and Coordination of the Post-COVID-19 Strategy, which
Science in the City is proud to present an extraordinary show about Women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). This puppet show, brought to you
Date & Time: Wednesday, 4 November, 7:00pm Venue: Zoom In this modern world, children are growing up with many powerful technological tools right at their fingertips,
The number of women studying and working in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) has increased globally, but the large gap between genders in these
Date & Time: Wednesday, 7th October, 7.30pm Venue: Spazju Kreattiv, Studio B The sandy beaches of our Maltese Islands have long been experiencing loss of sand, for
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