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A delegation from the Center for Kufa Studies, headed by Professor Dr. Hasanein Jaber Al-Helou, Director of the Center, along with a number of professors and researchers, visited the Center of heritage revival on the morning of Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The delegation was received by Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad. During the meeting, both parties discussed the organization of joint scientific activities, including the planning of seminars, conferences, and collaborative scientific and cultural events in the future. These efforts aim to foster the exchange of expertise, advance knowledge, and build bridges of academic cooperation between researchers and scholars. The visit concluded with the presentation of a copy of the Center for Kufa Studies Scientific Journal to the Center—an initiative reflecting mutual appreciation and a shared commitment to strengthening future collaboration. Dr. Hussein expressed his gratitude to the visiting delegation and wished them continued success and prosperity.

At the invitation of Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center, the Administrative Affairs Division at the Center, in cooperation with the Division of Accounts for Research and Service Centers at the University of Baghdad, organized a workshop on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., with the attendance of a number of professors and researchers. The workshop, which focused on explaining the mechanism of health insurance, was presented by Mr. Majid Qasim Al-Khatib, Head of the Payroll Unit. He spoke about the procedures through which individuals can access health services, the costs of treatment, and medical examinations. He explained that the aim of health insurance is to provide financial protection when healthcare is needed.

Mr. Al-Khatib also noted that there are several types of health insurance, including government, private, and supplementary insurance. He clarified the importance of health insurance, emphasizing that it ensures individuals receive necessary healthcare, reduces financial burdens, and improves public health. Furthermore, he explained that health insurance involves the deduction of a portion of the salary to cover healthcare costs, either on a monthly or annual basis. At the conclusion of the workshop, the Center’s administration expressed its gratitude to Mr. Majid Al-Khatib and wished him continued success.

Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Seminar “Building Materials Used in Ancient Iraq and Their Role in Preserving Temples and Palaces”

Under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, the  Center organized a seminar on Monday morning, May 26, 2025, in Professor Nabeela Abdul-Munim Dawood Hall, attended by a number of professors and researchers. The seminar was entitled: “Building Materials Used in Ancient Iraq and Their Role in Preserving Temples and Palaces” The lecture was presented  by Assistant instructor Milad Mohammed Yassin, a member in the Center, who spoke about the construction materials that played a major role in the building of temples and palaces in Mesopotamian civilization. He emphasized how the environment significantly influenced both the choice of building materials and the types of structures constructed. Clay was the primary material used due to its ease of production and its thermal insulation properties during summer. It was also used as a binding material in construction. The researcher elaborated on the methods of utilizing these materials, including molded mud bricks, which were strengthened by mixing straw and chaff with clay and drying them, resulting in high durability. Their structural method allowed walls to remain intact for extended periods. Fired bricks (ajur) were also highlighted, particularly in the construction of temple foundations due to their resistance to moisture, salt, and high compressive strength. Bitumen was used as a binding agent with fired bricks because of its waterproofing properties. High-quality wood was used as an essential material for roofing temples, while stones, such as limestone, were employed in temple and palace construction and in flooring. Limestone was especially valued for its strength and durability, which contributed to the preservation of these structures up to the present day.

With direct Commissioned by prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim (the director of the center) members of the center of heritage revival center participates in the occasion of the anniversary of the martyrdom of the religious authority on Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Muhammad Muhammad Sadiq al-Sadr and his two sons (may God be pleased with them), which was held by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the Martyr al-Hakim Hall, the lecture entitled (The Role of the Seminary in Overcoming Obstacles to Societal Reform) was delivered by His Eminence Sheikh Hussein al-Taie, professor at the Seminary.

A group of forth stage students from college of political sciences – university of Baghdad visited the center of heritage revival and they had received by the director of the center prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim and the administrative manager Mr. Fares Essa Fares and they toured the halls of the center and got to know the most prominent scientific figures who have worked since the establishment of the center. They also toured the library and the center’s museum and were shown the most prominent manuscripts, valuable books, and archaeological collections. At the end of the visit, the director of the center thanked the student delegation for their visit, wishing them continued success in serving our university and our beloved Iraq.

The center of heritage revival organizes seminar

(the historical maps and its importance in studying geographical heritage)

Under the supervision of prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim (the director of the center of heritage revival) , the center of heritage revival/university of Baghdad organized seminar entitled (the historical maps and its importance in studying geographical heritage) , the lecture is presented by assist instructor Wasan Adil Abdul Wahab (one of the center’s members) where sited in Nabila A. Dawood hall in the center on Wednesday 21^st/4/2025 who talks about the role that Arabs had done Travelers to the corners of the globe describe the natural and human phenomena in every inhabited place they visit. They give a complete description of every phenomenon in the places they visit and record these phenomena on a map that they draw to become a speaking guide that Arab explorers and travelers can use to find their way. It has remained an important geographical heritage for all ages. Arabs called the map the image, the geographical photographer, or the drawing board. The researcher added that maps are not just old drawings, but rather windows into the past that help us understand the present and anticipate the future by analyzing the development of place and people over time. The lecture included several interventions related to the subject of maps. In conclusion, the director of the center thanked the researcher, wishing her continued success and guidance

The center of heritage revival organizes workshop (youth drug addiction and ways to combat it)

Under the supervision by prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim (the director of the center) , the center of heritage revival organizes workshop entitled organized seminar entitled (youth drug addiction and ways to combat it)in the hall of the center on Monday 14^th/4/2025 , The session was chaired by the Head of Academic Affairs, Asst. Prof. Dr. Rasha Issa Faris, and the first lecture was given by Asst. Prof. Hind Amer Fadel, a lecturer at our center, who spoke about youth drug addiction as one of the most dangerous phenomena threatening societies, as it leads to the deterioration of physical and mental health. Unemployment, family disintegration, and emotional emptiness push many youth to use drugs as an escape from reality. This negatively affects their behavior and future and may push them to commit crimes. The researcher emphasized the importance of continuous awareness and the effective role of the family, educational, and religious institutions. Then, the researcher Asst. Prof. Zainab Jamal Nowrouz, a lecturer at our center, spoke about ways to treat young people from drugs by acknowledging the problem and the desire to change, followed by medical and psychological treatment in specialized centers. Recovery includes psychological support sessions, awareness of the dangers of addiction, and continuous follow-up to avoid relapse. The family also plays an important role in supporting the recovering person psychologically and socially. The researcher emphasized the contribution of sports and educational activities in reintegrating them into society and building a sound, healthy life. In conclusion, the director of the center thanked the researchers, wishing them continued success in serving our university and great Iraq.

The center of heritage revival organizes workshop (Psychological and social effects of human trafficking on victims)

Under the supervision by prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim (the director of the center) the center of heritage revival organizes workshop entitled ( Psychological and social effects of human trafficking on victims) where sited on the hall of Nabila A. Dawood in the center on Tuesday 18^th/2/2025 , the lecture is presented by prof. Dr. Anas Esam Ismaiel and Dr. Leqaa Shaker Khattar who they talked about Manifestations of human trafficking in the past and present. In the past, human trafficking was represented by slavery and had its own laws and regulations. In the Middle Ages, it was widespread in Europe, exploiting poor countries. Recently, it has transformed into various forms, but it serves the same purpose, the difference being escaping legal and international sanctions. The researchers added that the seriousness of the crimes facing societies is the transgression of the law, which leads to a direct clash with customs, traditions, and societal norms in Iraq, as this crime is morally and religiously unacceptable. Iraqi society is conservative by nature and completely rejects any form of exploitation, whether through child trafficking, forced labor, or sexual exploitation. The researchers expressed the most important recommendations of the workshop, including spreading community awareness, supporting victims through social and psychological rehabilitation cells, tightening penalties, activating the role of security services to pursue human traffickers, and finally, combating poverty and unemployment. In conclusion, the director of the center thanked the lecturers, wishing them continued success in serving our university and our beloved Iraq.

In frame of enhancing the scientific and searching cooperation On behalf of Professor Dr. Alaa Nafeh Jassim, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage, the Head of the Scientific Affairs Division and Head of the Baghdad Documentation Department, Assistant Professor Dr. Rasha Issa Faris, held a meeting with the Director General of the Department of Research and Studies / Shiite Endowment, Mr. Ammar Musa Al-Moussawi, with the aim of opening new horizons for partnership between the two institutions. The meeting discussed ways to develop joint research projects related to our religious and Islamic heritage, exchange scientific expertise, and enhance cooperation mechanisms. At the end of the meeting, the two sides expressed their aspiration for more continuous cooperation in support of reviving our ancient Islamic heritage .