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MCST receives the award for Best Practice in Good Governanc Uploaded On: 25/06/2024

The Malta Council for Science and Technology, was awarded the “Best Practice in Good Governance Award” in recognition of the work done in accordance with the principles of good governance. The Auditor General found that MCST employees operated in accordance with the principles of good governance, demonstrating accountability and transparency in the administration of costs and charges, and in the manner in which all respective documents were kept. Congratulations to all MCST employees who ...

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CIHEAM Youth Innovation Award 2024 Uploaded On: 25/06/2024

The CIHEAM launched the Youth Innovation Award in 2022 to reward innovative solutions, designed and implemented by young people, to accelerate green and blue transition processes towards more sustainable, inclusive and equitable food systems in the Mediterranean (SFS Med). The 2024 edition is launched with the support of three partners who share common objectives and a common vision for the Mediterranean, namely, the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), the Mediterranean ...

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Surveilling Marine Litter from Space Uploaded On: 21/06/2024

By using satellites currently in orbit, researchers managed to acquire an unprecedented view of the emissions and accumulation areas of marine litter. This opens up multiple possibilities to improve the fight against plastic pollution.  Marine littering has grown into a global environmental problem, and is recognised as an urgent priority on international sustainability agendas. A full 80% of this litter is plastic. Continued efforts in mapping its presence in water surfaces have ...

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Project CrAFt and its Participating Cities Uploaded On: 18/06/2024

“We believe in bringing together cities and their citizens, policymakers, arts and academia to jointly shape the transition to climate neutrality.” CrAFt helps bring together cities and their citizens, policymakers, arts and academia to jointly shape the transition to climate neutrality. Work with us to test and share collaborative local governance models to harness the value of inclusiveness, aesthetics and sustainability towards climate neutral cities. Read further about this project by ...

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OBIS and GBIF Endorse Joint Strategy and Action Plan for Marine Biodiversity Data Uploaded On: 18/06/2024

Two global data networks have agreed to a joint strategy and action plan that will deepen their collaboration, improve the flows and services of high-quality data about marine and coastal biodiversity, and support research and decision-making on the world’s oceans. Leveraging their 2020 collaboration agreement, OBIS – the Ocean Biodiversity Information System — and GBIF — the Global Biodiversity Information Facility will focus on wider ...

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Uploaded On: 14/06/2024

ASTROBEAT proposes for the first time the investigation of the cold-welding phenomenon for use in spacecraft hull repair following a hypervelocity impact by space debris. An experimental test rig will be tested and qualified, at TRL 6, on the International Space Station, thanks to an environment providing for an extended period of time micro-gravity conditions. The project is led by Dr Leonardo Barilaro, Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering a MCAST – The Malta College of Arts, Science and ...

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Call for Abstracts - MCAST Research and Innovation EXPO 2024 Uploaded On: 14/06/2024

The 6th edition of the MCAST Research and Innovation Expo is scheduled for November 25th and 26th, 2024, at the MCAST Resource Centre Auditorium. This event will highlight a range of research projects from various Institutes, emphasizing the influence of externally funded research in areas such as science, society, environment, finance, as well as its impact on industry and curriculum development. This year, the Expo will feature research presentations across six thematic tracks: “...

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Participation in the Horizon Europe (2021-2027) Framework Programme Survey Uploaded On: 11/06/2024

The purpose of this questionnaire is to gather insights from the Maltese R&I community regarding Horizon Europe (FP9) and its various instruments. This information will contribute to the preparation of a position paper for the upcoming Framework Programme (FP10). Input from Maltese stakeholders will directly influence the positions Malta will advocate for during negotiations on the next research framework programme. Completing the survey should not take more than 5 minutes. Participate ...

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Horizon Europe Factsheet has been published Uploaded On: 10/06/2024

The European Commission has published the yearly factsheet with the key figures of the Horizon Europe implementation.The attached factsheet highlights key data and messages regarding the progress made under the programme for the first three years, from 2021 to 2023, during which it successfully committed 45% of its budget. Between 2021 and 2023, 10 674 grants had been signed, requesting EUR 30.8 billion in EU contribution. Download the factsheet to read further. Information and image source...

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Call for Papers - Widening the Big Blue Horizon International Conference Uploaded On: 31/05/2024

BCThubs is organizing the “Widening the Big Blue Horizon” International Conference, which introduces Innovative Technologies & Sustainable Strategies for the Protection and Management of Underwater Cultural Heritage. The Conference will take place between December 4th and 6th 2024 in Volos, Greece and will be a hybrid event.  The conference programme will cover five main topics: Innovative Technologies in Maritime Research Enchancing Access to Underwater Cultural Heritage...

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