Event: The Fascinating Applications of the Zebrafish Model
Date: Monday 28 April 2025
Time: 12:00-16:00
Venue: New Anatomy Lecture Room (NALR), Biomedical Building, University of Malta, Msida Campus
Join us for an exciting event exploring the incredible potential of the zebrafish model in biomedical research. Learn how this tiny vertebrate is making big waves in science — from disease modelling to drug discovery. The event will feature an exclusive look at the ZeEBRA project (TDP; R&I-2019-018T funded by Xjenza Malta) and highlight other cutting-edge initiatives leveraging zebrafish to advance human health.
Whether you're a researcher, student, or just curious about innovative science, come dive into the future of biomedical research!
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Programme:
12:00 – 12:05 Welcome Prof. Melissa M Formosa, PI, ZeEBRA Project (UM)
12:05 – 12:15 Opening Address Prof. Ing. Simon G Fabri, Pro-Rector for Research & Knowledge Transfer (UM)
12:15 – 12:45 Getting to know Zebrafish: Rearing, Applications & Ongoing Projects, Prof. Melissa M Formosa, PI, ZeEBRA Project (UM)
12:45 – 13:15 The ZeEBRA Project: Method Development & Preliminary Findings, Ms Margherita Muscat, RSOII, ZeEBRA Project (UM)
13:15 – 13:45 Algae, Peptides & Fish – A Good Combination? Perspectives from the NASDAC Project, Prof. Pierre Schembri-Wismayer, PI, NASDAC Project (UM)
13:45 – 14:00 Toxicity Testing of Coagulants & Flocculants used in Aquaculture on Zebrafish, Dr Simona Polacci, Head of R&D&I (ABT)
14:00 – 14:15 Using Zebrafish to Understand Rare Diseases: Characterising Genetic Isoforms that cause Congenital Contracture Syndrome 1, Ms Amy Marie Vella, MSc candidate (UM)
14:15 – 15:00 Refreshments (NALR Foyer)
15:00 – 16:00 Tours of the Zebrafish Facility & Laboratories, Prof. Melissa M Formosa, Ms Margherita Muscat, Dr Sherif Suleiman
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