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- In 2023, total expenditure on R&D amounted to €121.0 million, corresponding to 0.6 per cent of GDP, an increase of €16.1 million compared to 2022.
- Basic Research was the major R&D activity, while labour costs represented 69.2 per cent of the total R&D expenditure.
- The highest proportion of expenditure by scientific field was noted in Engineering and technology, amounting to 51.2 per cent of the total R&D expenditure.
- 3,460 employees were engaged in R&D, with 1,955 on a part-time basis.
- In 2024, the highest disbursements of Government Budget Allocations for R&D (GBARD) were recorded in the R&D financed from General University Funds for Social Sciences.
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This report sums up recent developments in neurotechnology, that is, technology that can monitor, measure and modify central nervous system activity . Some devices record information from the brain, and others deliver stimulation to the brain (and some do both). These technologies are rapidly advancing and are likely to have a profound impact on various aspects of society. In the near future, neurotechnology has the potential to revolutionise the way we approach a range of policy areas, from healthcare, education, employment, law enforcement and security, to more obvious areas such as digital technologies and research. The report analyses advances in the technologies for monitoring and stimulating the brain, some of which are incorporated into neurotechnology devices. It acts as a horizon-scan of new and emerging uses of these technologies, and takes these as inputs to pose a range of questions for the consideration of policymakers.
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Xjenza Malta has joined the European Partnership on One Health Antimicrobial Resistance together with 52 organisations across 30 countries to tackle one of the most pressing global health threats -antimicrobial resistance. This partnership aims to enhance surveillance, diagnostics, treatments, and prevention strategies across human, animal, and environmental health sectors.
The first Joint Transnational Call for R&I projects is scheduled for November 2025 focusing on providing innovative and cost-effective treatment options - stay tuned for more updates or contact Xjenza Malta for more information.…
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The Maltese Government is constantly stepping up its efforts to fast-track sustainable development. Malta’s Sustainable Development Action Awards have been established to recognise, promote, celebrate and reward individuals, NGOs, businesses, academic teams and public institutions/bodies that are leading the way in sustainable innovation and practices with the aim of increasing economic, social and environmental sustainability.
To this purpose, the Ministry for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness invites and encourages all those eligible to take up the challenge and the opportunity to help deliver sustainable change.
General Eligibility Criteria
For those who wish to submit a nomination, it must be noted that the general criteria below apply. Further criteria will also apply in accordance with the category for which the…
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The European Commission has launched a call for evidence and a public consultation on the future European Innovation Act — a cornerstone of the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy. This initiative aims to accelerate the path from innovative ideas to market success.
The European Innovation Act will also foster a more innovation-friendly regulatory policy, and investment environment across the EU — empowering European innovators to grow, scale, and compete on the global stage.
The Commission want to hear from innovators, businesses, investors, policymakers, researchers, universities, and everyone passionate about building a thriving innovation ecosystem in Europe.
Have your say and contribute to shaping Europe’s innovation future! Open for your feedback until 30th September 2025.
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In the framework of the EU Mission “Restore our Ocean and Waters by 2030”, the EU funded project …
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University of Malta academics took centre stage at the recent CETPartnership (CETP) stakeholder event co-hosted by Xjenza Malta, where they presented pioneering research contributing to Malta’s clean energy transition. The event, held on 3 June 2025, brought together key stakeholders from academia, industry, and government to discuss pathways for achieving climate neutrality in line with EU objectives.
During the session dedicated to University of Malta projects awarded under CETP, Prof. Alexander Micallef and …
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The THCS Transforming Health and care Systems announced the statistical analysis for the second THCS Joint Transnational Call 2024, drafted by Xjenza Malta Team - “Innovate to Prevent: Personalized Prevention in Health and Care Services”. The prevention strategies specifically targeting secondary, tertiary and quaternary prevention—by developing and scaling organizational models supported by existing and novel digital technologies.
114 eligible proposals were evaluated. The Call Steering Committee selected 20 proposals for funding, involving 25 of the participating funding agencies. The total allocated funding was approximately €25.3 million, with €21.7 million from EC top-up funds and €4.3 million from other participating organizations.
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The MCAST’s 4th Qualitative Research Conference which will take place in Malta between the 10th and 12th November 2025.
This conference places its focus on qualitative and mixed-methods research.
For more information, please refer to the conference’s website.
Should you be interested in presenting, we would like to kindly invite you to submit an abstract through the “Submit abstract” button on the website by the 15th August 2025.
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Xjenza Malta is building a global network of researchers with Maltese roots and we want you to be part of it.
If you're contributing to research and innovation overseas or know of other researchers within your network, this is an opportunity to:
- Boost the global visibility of Maltese research
- Connect with fellow researchers
- Open doors to new collaborations and opportunities
Sign up now to the V-Form by selecting the ‘Researcher’ category.
Learn more through Xjenza Malta's latest Facebook post.
Together, we’re growing a stronger, more connected Maltese research community.
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The QuantERA network pre-announces a new Call for international research projects in Quantum Technologies.
The Call Announcement: expected to be published on 4 September 2025.
Information about the Call:
The QuantERA Call 2025 is cofunded by organisations gathered under the QuantERA III Research & Innovation Action, with additional EC contribution.
Through this Call, the QuantERA III consortium aims at stimulating and intensifying research and innovation in the field of QT, contributing to the Strategic Research and Industry Agenda of the European Quantum Technology community.
The Call will comprise two topics:
- Quantum Phenomena and Resources
- Applied Quantum Science
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The side event “Improving the Integration of Blue Carbon Ecosystems into Global and European Regulatory Frameworks” was recently co-organised by the @JPIOceans Blue Carbon Knowledge Hub Policy Working Group on the margins of the high-level #UNOC3 conference in Nice. Held aboard the impressive Statsraad Lehmkuhl, the event brought together leading organisations including IOC UNESCO, C-BLUES, and the @JPI Oceans Blue Carbon Joint Action team.
Malta was pleased to be involved in this important Knowledge Hub, reflecting our ongoing commitment to advancing blue carbon solutions and contributing to global ocean and climate discussions.
Special thanks to @Sarah Camilleri for her valuable contribution to Malta’s engagement and for helping to strengthen Malta’s role in blue carbon policy and international ocean stewardship.
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The BioGeMT team of the Centre for Molecular Medicine & Biobanking at the University of Malta has initiated a new international research collaboration with Sabanci University in Turkey to investigate microRNA target prediction using phylogenetic analysis.
The 24-month PHACT-miRBind project is funded by Xjenza Malta, in collaboration with the Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey, through the MCST/TUBITAK joint call for Research and Innovation proposals in Artificial Intelligence in Health.
The research will examine how evolutionary conservation analysis can enhance the accuracy of microRNA target identification. MicroRNAs are small regulatory molecules that control gene expression and are implicated in various diseases including cancer,…
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The call for the EU Award for Gender Equality Champions in R&I has been published.
The prize has been launched to complement and reinforce the eligibility criterion requirement…
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The eighth edition of the EU Blue Economy Report, presented in a new layout, provides a thorough overview of the scale and breadth of the Blue Economy within the European Union (EU). Its primary aim is to offer guidance to policymakers and stakeholders in fostering the growth of ocean-based and maritime-related markets and the sustainable use of coastal and marine resources. The Blue Economy sectors play an increasingly important role in achieving the European Commission’s key priorities to make the EU more competitive, sustainable, resilient and secure. By providing economic insights into the opportunities that emerge from the energy and digital transition, the Report also aims to attract investment in the Blue Economy sectors.
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A few weeks ago, Xjenza Malta hosted an informative session covering the PRIMA Section 2 Call, PTMA, and NET2PRIMA schemes. This session aimed to provide prospective applicants with an overview of the funding opportunities, eligibility requirements, and practical tips for submitting successful proposals.
To ensure wider accessibility, the full recording has now been edited into three separate videos, each dedicated to one of the schemes. These videos are now available for on-demand viewing and can be accessed directly via the respective webpages for each call.
Watch the Info Sessions:
PRIMA Section 2 Call Info Session
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A spectacular cluster of marine filaments depicted the Sentinel3-OLCI satellite chlorophyll-a concentration image on Sunday 27th April. The image showing below is reproduced from the STREAM digital service which enables free, fast and easy access to satellite data on personal mobiles. Funded by the Space Research Fund of Xjenza Malta, STREAM is led by Professor Aldo Drago from the Oceanography Section of the Malta College for Arts, Science & Technology, in collaboration with two Maltese SMEs, MST AudioVisuals Ltd and THINK Design Ltd.
While such filaments are not uncommon in the stretch of sea south of Sicily, often disentangling in octopus-shaped cross-shore streaks, and reaching at times in close proximity to the Maltese Islands, the simultaneous occurrence of several filaments together is quite rare. The filaments carry the signature of biologically active water bodies, acting like spreading food for fish…
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During a press conference, the Parliamentary Secretary for Fisheries, Aquaculture and Animal Rights, Alicia Bugeja Said, together with the Aquatic Resources Malta Agency (ARM), announced the details of a new scheme that will provide financial compensation to fishermen with registered vessels who apply to collaborate with researchers during their fishing trips.
This innovative scheme aims to facilitate the collection of real-time data from the sea, by directly involving fishermen in the research process. With this step, Malta is setting an example of how the fishing community can be an integral part of the sustainable management of marine resources.
It was explained that licensed fishermen who apply for this scheme to collaborate in the collection of data on their vessels, will be selected according to established criteria. They will be compensated approximately €320 per catch under…
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The urgent environmental challenges and a growing need for sustainable solutions have put the construction industry at a turning point. A new research project at the university is investigating an innovative method for developing high-performance, eco-friendly building materials by combining industrial by-products and construction waste with 3D concrete printing.
Conventional construction techniques present limitations, mostly depend on human interventions, and consume great quantities of natural resources. They are also responsible for a significant share of carbon emissions and the generation of solid waste. In fact, construction and demolition waste accounts for up to 40% of the world’s total solid waste. The challenges encountered by the traditional construction methods might be well addressed by 3D concrete printing technique. At the same time, concrete presents a unique opportunity through the incorporation of recycled materials…
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Marine lightscapes, meaning the distribution and quality of light in marine environments, are emerging as a critical area of scientific inquiry due to their changes over the last century. Marine lightscapes are indeed experiencing two fundamental transformations: coastal darkening and the proliferation of artificial light at night. In one respect, some regions have experienced a long-term reduction in water clarity, referred to as coastal darkening, with large-scale drivers notably connected to effects of climate change and eutrophication. Conversely, urbanisation, fisheries, on- and offshore infrastructures, and shipping have increased the amount of artificial light at night (ALAN) pollution in many marine areas.
JPI Oceans has always been a pioneer in identifying urgent topics that address under-…
