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Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Seminar “Arab Identity Between Authenticity and Modernity”

 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 Wednesday morning, May 28, 2025, in Professor Nabeela Abdul-Munim Dawood Hall. The seminar was entitled:”Arab Identity Between Authenticity and Modernity” The lecture was delivered by Dr. Zainab Khalid Mohammed, a faculty member at our Center. She spoke about the concept of identity—how it is formed and what its main foundations are. She traced the development of Arab identity beginning in the pre-Islamic era, where pride in identity was expressed through poetry, noble lineage, tribal values, and principles. She then moved on to the emergence of Islam, which adopted Arabic as the core of identity, being the language of the Qur’an and a source of linguistic miracle, and emphasized that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was Arab—making Arab identity a point of pride across the world at that time. She continued by addressing the Caliphate period, during which Arab identity fluctuated between chauvinism and openness to other civilizations. Finally, she examined the modern history of Arab identity formation, beginning with the rise of Arab nationalist societies and ending with the fading of the pan-Arab dream due to European colonialism. The researcher emphasized the critical role of the family, local communities, and civil society institutions in preserving Arab identity in the face of globalization, which aims to turn the world into a “small village” and exposes Arab identity to competing global cultures with different traditions, values, and norms.

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Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Seminar  “ Literary Salons Between Heritage and Modernity.”

                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, May 19, 2025, in Professor Nabeela Abdul-Munim Dawood Hall, entitled:”Literary Salons Between Heritage and Modernity.”The lecture was presented by Dr. Liqaa Amer Ashour, a member in the Center. She explained that literary salons are cultural and social spaces that bring together intellectuals, thinkers, and writers to exchange views and engage in discussions on issues related to literature, thought, and art. She highlighted the historical development of these salons, from their emergence during classical Islamic and Arab eras, through the Arab Renaissance, and into their modern forms. The researcher emphasized the importance of using technology intelligently to organize digital salons that combine authenticity and modernity, as well as encouraging youth to participate in these spaces to develop their intellectual and communication skills. She also noted the role of women in strengthening the management and activation of these salons, as they played a significant historical role in the past.

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Participation of doctors in scientific conference

Prof. Doctors . Anas Esam Ismaiel and Taha Sabti Ibraheem (members in the center of revival of Arabian scientific heritage ) participated with participation research entitled in the scientific  international conference (Yazidis: religion, heritage, history and geography)Duhok governorate /university of Duhok /college of humanity sciences  (Mixed Yazidi clans in Iraq and their impact on peaceful coexistence) that had held on Tuesday 29th-30th of April , the research deals with he mixed Yazidi tribes, some of whose members are Muslim and others Yazidi, and the mechanism that must be implemented in dealing with these tribes to establish the foundations of societal peace and acceptance of others, while emphasizing the cultural richness that emerges through the tribal mixture. In conclusion, certificates were distributed to the researchers, hoping for the continuity and strengthening of the relationship with the professors of our prestigious university to work hand in hand in serving the scientific progress

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The Heritage Revival Center organizes a scientific symposium.

Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Alaa Nafie Jassim ( Director of the Center) , the Women’s Affairs Department in the Center organized a scientific symposium entitled “Women in the Medical Heritage: Contributions to Medicine and Treatment” on Wednesday , April 30th , 2025, , in the hall of Professor Nabila Abdel Moneim Daoud. A number of professors and researchers attended the symposium The lecture was presented by  Dr.instructor  Anas Ahmed Hammadi Al-Mashhadani from the Open College of Education. His research, entitled “The Role of Women in Medicine during the Islamic Era,”who  spoke about the importance of women’s role in the medical field, combining medicine with other sciences, and exploring the role of the most famous female doctors in the Islamic era in treating and curing patients. Al-Mashhadani added that the establishment of the first hospital to treat  wounded in battles against the polytheists that it was a tent next to the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina. Its function was to receive and treat wounded Muslims in battles and was run by a number of female volunteers. This was followed by presenting another lecture by Dr. instructor Nidaa Munther Salman from the Open College of Education who presented a research entitled (The Role of Women in Nuclear Medicine, Marie Curie as a Model) who spoke about her pioneering role in demonstrating women’s ability to excel in the fields of science and medicine. She was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize and contributed significantly to the development of nuclear medicine to treat cancer. The researcher added Marie’s innovations in theoretical research and established radiotherapy centers and contributed to the treatment of thousands of soldiers during World War I, where Marie Curie became a global symbol of the global woman and humanitarian doctor. The symposium concluded with a lecture by the researcher assist. Instructor Dr. Hind Amer Fadel, a lecturer from our center, speaking about the prominent role of women in medicine during the Islamic civilization. They were doctors, nurses and midwives and contributed to the treatment of men and women alike. The most famous of them is Rufaida Al-Aslamia, who was considered the first nurse in Islam and established a treatment tent during the conquests. They had specialties such as ophthalmology, obstetrics and medicine. This role reflects the advancement of Islamic civilization and its keenness to empower women scientifically and professionally.

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The Heritage Revival Center organizes an awareness campaign

Under the direct assignment of Professor Dr. Alaa Nafie Jassim,( Director of the Center), the Center’s Media and Government Communication Unit organized an awareness campaign on Wednesday ,April 30TH , 2025, to define autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the university’s campuses. The campaign explained to students how to help those affected by the condition, how to cooperate with them, and how to guide them to departments and specialties related to the autism spectrum disorder

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Visit

A group of the fifth stage students /college of political sciences –university of Baghdad and they had received by the director of the center prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim and Mrs. Rusul Hashem Al-hamam the responsible of media unit , they toured in center’s department They viewed a variety of heritage exhibits, including old collectibles and photos documenting Baghdad’s ancient history and historical figures and figures since its inception. They also listened to an explanation from the center’s director about the history of each piece and its cultural importance. They also visited the center’s library and museum, and the students expressed their admiration for the cultural heritage and introducing the new generation to the importance of preserving it. In conclusion, the center’s director thanked the students for this visit, which has had a positive impact on spreading the heritage culture, wishing them continued success.

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The center of heritage revival organizes scientific symposium ( The leadership of clinical psychology and its impact on mental health care between heritage and modernity)

Under the supervision by prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim (the director of the center), the center of heritage revival organizes scientific symposium entitled ( The leadership of clinical psychology and its impact on mental health care between heritage and modernity)with presence of many professors and researchers where sited in Nabila A. Almunam hall in the center on Wednesday 23rd/4/2025 , the lecture is presented by assist. Prof. Dr. Ashraf Mowfaq Flaih (the chief of clinical psychology department)/university of imam Jaafar Alsadiq who talked  On the psychological reality in Iraq resulting from the accumulation of wars, displacement, conflicts and poverty, and the resulting significant increase in the rates of psychological disorders, most notably: psychological trauma (PTSD), anxiety, and depression, pointing out that these phenomena have become a real challenge to development and societal stability. He also emphasized that the clinical psychologist is the element qualified scientifically and professionally to conduct accurate assessments, provide effective, non-drug therapeutic interventions, and contribute to the formulation of national policies for mental health. He also pointed out that the Iraqi health system suffers from a severe shortage of psychological cadres, which requires the integration of clinical psychology graduates into the treatment team to fill the growing gap in psychological services, especially in light of the increasing need for specialized psychological care. Dr. Haider Kamel Mahdi, Head of the Department of Behavioral Rehabilitation for Autism, Imam Jaafar Al-Sadiq University (PBUH), spoke about the growing importance of mental health globally, especially in the Iraqi context, which suffers from complex psychological crises as a result of wars, terrorism, and displacement. He added that clinical psychology and the role of the clinical specialist in assessment, diagnosis, and specialized psychological treatment, stressing the difference between it and psychological counseling. He also touched on the vital role of specialists in preventing psychological disorders, supporting those affected by crises, and promoting general mental health, emphasizing the importance of integration between mental and physical health. The symposium concluded with a research paper by the lecturer, Dr. Marwa Jamil Ahmed, College of Medicine, University of Baghdad, presenting recommendations, including developing laws, expanding the powers of the psychologist and their role in official institutions, supporting clinical specialties, combating societal stigma, and encouraging scientific research in the psychological

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workshop youth drug addiction and ways to combat it

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 14th/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.

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The center of heritage revival organizes festival Commemorating sacrifices

Under the direction of the Presidency of the University of Baghdad – Department of Media and Government Communication and under the supervision of Professor Dr. Alaa Nafeh Jassim, the Media Unit at the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage – University of Baghdad organized a festival entitled (Commemorating the Sacrifices of the Martyrs of Iraq) on Wednesday morning, April 9, 2025, in the hall of Professor Nabila Abdul Moneim Dawood. A number of researchers and members of the center attended the festival. The festival was opened with a fragrant recitation from the Holy Quran, recited by Professor Dr. Taha Sabti Ibrahim, a lecturer at our center, who began the ceremony with his blessed recitation, which added an atmosphere of spirituality and tranquility. Then, Surat Al-Fatihah was recited for the souls of all the martyrs, and a speech by the director of the center in which she spoke about the sacrifices and heroism that the martyrs sacrificed and their great status with God, as they purified the earth with their pure blood, calling on God to inhabit them in His spacious gardens. After that, Dr. Qasim Mazen Mahlahal, a lecturer at the Center for International and Strategic Studies – University of Baghdad, delivered his research paper entitled (The Rights of the Families of Martyrs in Iraq: A Legal Study in Light of National Legislation And international covenants) A speaker on Iraqi laws related to the families of martyrs and comparing them with the standards derived from international agreements and covenants such as the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights. The festival concluded with a poem recited by Dr. Liqa Shaker Al-Sharifi, a lecturer at our center, about the martyrs of Iraq. May mercy and eternity be upon their pure souls and loyalty to them is a covenant that will never be forgotten, God willing. The director of the center thanked the media unit and those in charge of this festival, wishing them continued success in serving our university and our beloved Iraq

The center of heritage revival organizes workshop

The center of heritage revival organizes workshop ( violence against woman in Iraqi society /legal study)

Under the supervision by prof. Dr. Alaa N. Jasim (the director of the center , the center of heritage revival organizes workshop entitled ( violence against woman in Iraqi society /legal study) , assist. Instructor Hind Amer fadhil (one of the center’s members ) presented a research entitled (lluminations in Understanding the Hadith “Deficient in Reason and Religion”) She spoke about the controversy surrounding the Hadith “Deficient in Reason and Religion” due to its misunderstanding as a diminution of women, while it is a description of a legal and biological reality. What is meant by deficiency in reason is the influence of emotion in some rulings, and by deficiency in religion, the omission of prayer and fasting during menstruation. The Hadith does not diminish the status of women, but rather shows complementary differences between the sexes according to Islamic law. Then, the researcher, M.M. Zainab Jamal Nowrouz, a lecturer at our center, gave a presentation entitled (The Impact of Iraqi Laws on Combating Violence Against Women). She introduced the Iraqi laws that contribute to combating violence against women by criminalizing some forms of violence, such as domestic violence. However, they face challenges in implementation and deterrence, despite the existence of articles in the law that punish abuse. However, the absence of a comprehensive law on domestic violence limits the full protection of victims. Human rights organizations are seeking to amend the laws and close loopholes to ensure greater protection for women. In conclusion, the director of the center thanked the two researchers, wishing them continued success in serving our university and our beloved Iraq.

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The center of heritage revival organizes seminar ( the historical origin of Weather term)  :

Supervised by prof. Dr. Alaa n. Jasim (the director of the center) , the center of heritage revival in the university of Baghdad organizes seminar entitled ) the historical origin of Weather term) where sited in the Nabila A. Al-Munam hall in the center on 17th/3/2025. The lecture is presented by prof. Dr. Salar Ali Khudhir (the chief of the humanity studies department) who defined weather as a conditions over a short period of time, hours or days. It has become clear that this term is not Arabic, but rather has a Greek origin. It is linked to the Greek term isthmus, which refers to the origin of life or the four elements of life, which are earth, water, air, and fire. The reason for linking weather to isthmus is that weather and its atmospheric conditions are linked to the four elements of life. Earth in isthmus corresponds to place in weather, which is the space in which weather conditions occur. Water in isthmus corresponds to water vapor, atmospheric humidity, clouds, and rain in weather. Air in isthmus corresponds to winds and air masses in weather. He added that fire in isthmus corresponds to solar radiation and temperatures in weather. However, this topic needs additional studies to verify the historical origin of the term weather.

The center of heritage revival organizes seminar

 

Under the supervision of prof. Dr. Alaa Nafea Jasim (the director of the center) , the center of heritage revival organizes seminar entitled ( educational dimensions in the the book Alaqad Alfareed of Ibn Abd Rabbuh D403H)the lecture is presented by assist prof. Dr. Rasha Essa Fares who talked about the role that  the world played by Ibn Abd Rabbuh as one of those who influenced Islamic educational thought and classified the book Al-Iqd Al-Farid as one of the books that do not stop at the limits of a specific science, but rather deals with literature in its comprehensive concept in addition to the sciences related to medicine, astronomy and mathematics, as the goal of writing this book is an educational goal, explaining the methodology that he followed in classifying his book, as it is generally similar to lectures on politics, science and literature in its various arts, which makes it clear to us that our historian was an educational teacher and a guide to culture and thought through the lectures he gives on the good policy of the state, represented in this manner of the Holy Quran and the Noble Sunnah and the opinions of the wise. He pointed to the importance of moral values ​​and their connection to scientific values ​​​​through the method of induction and logical rational deduction, and touched on the aesthetic values ​​​​represented by the literary arts. He was distinguished by the works of thought, logic, objective criticism and the use of the scientific method, which had a distinctive and effective impact in enriching the Arab Islamic civilization.