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Applying live bacteria to skin improves eczema

Friday, 1 June 2018, 09:43 Last update: about 9 years ago The Conversation

With two decades of medical education, training, and research under my belt, I have finally reached the stage in my career when I can proudly state that I intentionally spray people in the face with...

US seeking 1 million for massive study of DNA, health habits

Thursday, 31 May 2018, 10:59 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Wanted: A million people willing to share their DNA and 10 years of health habits, big and small, for science. On Sunday, the U.S. government will open nationwide enrollment for an ambitious...

University of Malta improves profile and standing

Thursday, 31 May 2018, 09:49 Last update: about 9 years ago

In May, the U-Multirank survey results were released. U-Multirank is an innovative approach to the international ranking of universities on a like-with-like basis, funded by the European Commission....

Acclaimed US journalist visits MCAST journalism students

Thursday, 31 May 2018, 09:46 Last update: about 9 years ago

MCAST Institute for the Creative Arts in Mosta and delivered a talk on High Impact Storytelling. Lui, who has vast experience in the journalism field after opting to start a career in reporting after...

BOV sponsors Faculty of Arts top students

Thursday, 31 May 2018, 09:20 Last update: about 9 years ago

Six students reading for a degree at the Faculty of Arts at the University of Malta were awarded a mention on the Dean's List. Bank of Valletta supported awards to each of these students during a...

Kids with rare rapid-aging disease get hope from study drug

Wednesday, 30 May 2018, 10:57 Last update: about 9 years ago Associated Press

Children with a rare, incurable disease that causes rapid aging and early death may live longer if treated with an experimental drug first developed for cancer patients, a study suggests. The...

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