Physics at UM

Since its launch nearly 4 years ago, the James Webb Space Telescope has been revolutionising our understanding of how galaxies form and involve.

Prof. Andrew Bunker's team has found some of the most distant galaxies so far, and light left these when the Universe was less than 5% of its current age, a time before many of the chemical elements we know today had formed in stars.

Prof. Bunker will show the latest images from James Webb, and explain how taking a spectrum gives us more information about how rapidly stars are forming in the early universe.

Attendance is free but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please register here: https://forms.gle/FvUbNvQkiB7FwQJS6

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Meet Rebecca Caruana a Physics graduate and now working with the Department of Geosciences as she shares her advice for those considering a career in STEM.

Thanks to our Student's society Scubed for this initiative.

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Meet Maria Aquilina, a Physics graduate now working within the Beams Department at CERN in Geneva, as she shares her advice for those considering a career in STEM.

This initiative is led by Scubed and launched on Women's International Day.

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Meet Dr Rebecca Briffa, a Physics graduate now working with the Institute of Space Sciences and Astronomy, as she shares her advice for anyone considering a career in STEM.

This is part of an initiative led by Scubed.

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🚀 PLANCKS Competition is calling all:
• Physics Bachelor’s students (2nd year & above)
• Physics Master’s students

21-25 May 2026 in Eindhoven Nederland. 🇳🇱

Show your problem-solving power, compete with the best, and take your physics passion to the next level! 🌌

Link in bio & on our story, don’t miss out!

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Physics graduate Hayley Camilleri, now reading for her MSc with the Institute of Space Science and Astronomy, shares an inspiring message encouraging young people to pursue a career in STEM.
Thanks to our Student's society Scubed for this initiative.

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Sixth Form students visit kicks off yearly STEAM calendar at UM On Friday 9 January 2026

🔥 Project Hyper4B is pushing the boundaries of breast cancer treatment through microwave hyperthermia, a precise, non-invasive technique that gently heats tumour tissue to boost the effectiveness of existing therapies.

Developed at the Electromagnetics Research Group, with funding from Xjenza Malta and TÜBİTAK, this innovative approach uses antenna arrays to target tumours deep inside the body while sparing healthy tissue.

👉 Learn more about this research:

Project Hyper4B - Harnessing Microwave Radiation in the Fight Against Breast Cancer | Plumtri Plumtri

🚀 Exciting research news!

Our Electromagnetics Research Group has unveiled innovative microwave hyperthermia technology that uses electromagnetic energy and even nanoparticles, to enhance targeted heating for potential breast cancer treatment.

This research, presented at EuCAP 2025, marks another step toward non-invasive, precision-guided medical solutions.

🔬 Proud of the team driving this forward!

Novel Electromagnetic Hyperthermic Technologies Establishment of a New System

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We're thrilled to share that Prof Joseph Caruana has been honoured with the DarkSky International 2025 Dark Sky Defender Award for Europe in recognition of his outstanding commitment to fighting light-pollution across the Maltese Islands

This award shines light (quite literally) on his crucial work in:

✨ Mapping night-sky brightness across Malta and Gozo
✨ Leading outreach, public advocacy and research that unites science, culture, ecology and heritage.
✨ Championing the protection of dark places like Dwejra, and calling on authorities for better lighting design and enforceable policies.

Joseph dedicated the award to his students, volunteers, and the many environmental organisations working alongside him.

Let’s all celebrate this wonderful achievement and let it inspire us to reclaim our dark skies, cherish our natural night heritage, and work for a more star-filled future! 🌠

Maltese astrophysicist wins international Dark Sky Defender Award Prof Joseph Caruana has distinguished himself in fighting light pollution