Shelter is one of our most basic needs. It protects us against the elements and keeps our belongings safe. But it also enables us to grow roots into our community and the environment that surrounds us. Yes, HOME may be a primitive first step in life's journey but it is also a fundamental
cornerstone to prosperity in all its forms. In this issue we explore the meaning of the very word 'home' and what it could mean to live without it.
We take a deeper look at our own home, our Maltese islands, our identity and culture, all from the lens of researchers from the University of Malta.