A current research and innovation project, ‘AMBULANT,’ led by Maltese researchers from the Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) and AquaBioTech Group, has developed an innovative system capable of identifying Mediterranean benthic marine habitats using image processing, computer vision, and machine learning. The new system created through the AMBULANT research project can autonomously…

The Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST) proudly announces the appointment of Stephen Vella as its new Principal and Chief Executive Officer. The College issued a call for applications for this position last June. Vella brings over two decades of experience in vocational education and a strong track record of leadership within MCAST….

The Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) successfully held the technologically-themed summer school programme, – ‘Future Innovators’ for 120 students between 13 and 16 years of age, on campus in Paola. The accredited programme aimed to generate interest in STEM fields, encouraging students to pursue related subjects further on in their educational journey….

The Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) and its commercial arm, MCAST Gateway to the Industry (MG2I), successfully held another MCAST Teens Summer Programme  on campus in Paola during the summer months. This year, 88 participants followed the 7-week programme, which ended on 29 August 2024. To mark the end of another successful…

The Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) is all set to host the 2nd edition of the KampuSajf Festival this weekend. The festival will commence at the College’s Mosta Campus on the 23rd of August 2024 at 08:00 pm. The multidisciplinary programme includes music, theatre, and film screenings, all showcasing the artistic talent…

Officials from the Institute of Business, Management, and Commerce (IBMC) at the Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) met with H.E. President of Malta Myriam Spiteri Debono during a courtesy visit. In a gesture of solidarity and community spirit, MCAST representatives also presented the Malta Community Chest Fund Foundation with a donation of…

MCAST President of the Board of Governors, Mr Horace Laudi, visited the 8th edition of the MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts (ICA) Festival at Spazju Kreattiv in Valletta. Mr Laudi was welcomed by Fondazzjoni Kreattività Executive Chairman Mr Rupert Cefai and Spazju Kreativ Artistic Director Daniel Azzopardi. Deputy Principal Mario Cardona and College representatives…

The Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) and the Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) are collaborating to encourage more individuals to follow academic courses and careers within the local health and safety sector. Chief Executive at the Occupational Health and Safety Authority (OHSA) Dr Josianne Cutajar said, “The Diploma in Occupational Health…

The first summer wave of anomalous sea temperature experienced last week is now over. The web and mobile app (https://app.stream-srf.com/auth/welcome/) developed in the STREAM project, led by Prof. Aldo Drago at MCAST’s Institute of Engineering and Transport (IET) with the support of Ing. David Debono from the Institute of ICT provided precise data coverage and monitored…

The SBORAEK (Smart Ballistic Optimization for Repairing of Aerospace Exostructures using 3D-printed Kevlar) is set to revolutionise repair procedures for aerospace structures. Led by Dr Leonardo Barilaro, Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering at the Malta College of Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST), the project is funded by the Malta Council for Science & Technology through…