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Professor Dr. Wasan Hussein Muhaimid, from the Department of Human Studies at the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage, University of Baghdad, presents a lecture entitled “Religious Thought in Pre-Islamic Arabia” at the Kalimat al-Hayat Forum held by the National Evangelical Baptist Church on the morning of Saturday, June 21, 2025. The event was attended by Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage, as well as representatives of the Kasnazani Cultural Center, the Iraqi Sufi Guidance Center, the Al-Raja Cultural Center, along with several researchers and civil society activists.

In this lecture, Dr. Wasan provided an overview of the geography and nomenclature of the Arabian Peninsula, as well as the origins of the Arab peoples. She then discussed the prominent religions present in the region before the advent of Islam, including Hanifism, Paganism, Judaism, Christianity, Sabianism, and Zoroastrianism—highlighting the historical background of each religion, the reasons for its spread, and the tribes that embraced it.

At the conclusion of the event, Father Ara Badalian, pastor of the National Evangelical Baptist Church, presented Dr. Wasan with a certificate of appreciation, expressing his gratitude and wishing her and all attendees continued success in serving our beloved country.

Center of heritage revival organizes a seminar “Geographical Thought in al-Iṣṭakhrī’s Work.”

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 organizes a seminar entitled “Geographical Thought in al-Iṣṭakhrī’s Work.” The seminar, held in the lecture hall of Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood, The lecture was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Walaa Dhiaa Nassif, a faculty member at our Center. She spoke about Abu Ishaq Ibrahim ibn Muhammad al-Farisi al-Iṣṭakhrī, one of the most prominent Muslim geographers and cartographers of the 10th century CE. Born in the city of Istakhr (in Iran), al-Iṣṭakhrī had a major influence on the development of geographical science.

His book “Al-Masalik wa al-Mamalik” (Routes and Realms) is considered one of his most significant works. It was frequently cited by medieval geographers for its rich and varied information on the Islamic regions. The book includes detailed descriptions of borders, cities, rivers, and travel routes. The researcher also noted that there is a version of this book containing 299 illustrations, including 21 maps in which al-Iṣṭakhrī attempted to depict the regions of the known world. He is regarded as part of a school referred to by some as the “Atlas of Islam” group, which also included al-Balkhi, al-Muqaddasi, and Ibn Hawqal.

At the invitation of Mrs. Sarah, granddaughter of the renowned scholar Dr. Ahmed Soussa,  Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage, assigned a delegation of faculty members from the Center to visit the Soussa Foundation on Monday, May 26, 2025.The delegation included Prof. Dr. Anas Issam and Prof. Dr. Wasan Hussein Muhyimid. The visit was attended by several prominent figures, including professors and Christian from inside and outside Iraq. the Center was invited to open channels of cooperation, including seminars and workshops, and to examine the scholarly legacy of Dr. Ahmed Soussa—especially his unpublished manuscripts—with the aim of cataloging and critically editing the At the conclusion of the visit, Mrs. Sarah expressed gratitude to the attendees and hoped for continued constructive academic engagement.

Heritage Revival Center Organizes a Workshop Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Women’s Health”

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 Women’s Affairs Division in the Center organized a workshop on Wednesday morning, May 21, 2025, in Professor Nabeela Abdul-Munim Dawood Hall, with the attendance of a number of professors and researchers.The workshop was entitled:“Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Women’s Health”The session was chaired by Dr. Zainab Khalid Mahmoud, a member in the Center, and the lecture was presented by Dr. Juman Adnan Hussein who spoke about the rapid technological advancements that highlight Artificial Intelligence (AI) as one of the most significant tools transforming the field of women’s health—ranging from preventive care and accurate diagnosis to treatment and improving quality of life. Thanks to deep learning techniques and big data analysis, doctors and patients can now access personalized and rapid solutions based on scientific precision, which reduces medical errors and enhances women’s health outcomes across various life stages.The researcher highlighted the most important AI applications in this field, such as early detection of breast and cervical cancers, improved IVF outcomes, pregnancy monitoring, fetal health tracking, and even managing menopause symptoms. These technologies also help bridge gaps in areas lacking specialized medical services by offering remote diagnostics and smart assistive tools. She also emphasized the challenges related to data ethics and the importance of ensuring inclusivity in AI models to represent all racial and social groups.This introduction opens the door to exploring how AI is reshaping the future of women’s healthcare, while maintaining a balance between innovation and potential risks. In conclusion, the workshop included several contributions and discussions focused on these applications and their proper use.

Sponsored by the ministry of culture ,tourism and Antiquities in cooperation with  the French Institute and the Goethe Institute in Iraq, with the presence of the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, the general directors, a number of members of parliament, and representatives of foreign embassies, Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, participated in the (Tigris Nights Films) Festival, which was held on the grounds of the Abbasid Palace, where short Iraqi, German, and French films were shown that deal with the idea of ​​peace and violence in society.that was happened on Tuesday 13^thof May 2025. He expressed his interest in this festival because of its ancient heritage importance.

The department of syntactic sciencesin the center of heritage revival /university of Baghdad organized workshop entitled (Scientific plagiarism in ancient and contemporary studies)in Nabila A. Al-Munam Dawood hall in the center on Wednesday 7^th/5/2025 with presence by number of researchers , The lecture was given by Professor Dr. Taha Sabti Ibraheem (one of the center’s members) who talked about the reality , types and forms  of scientific plagiarism defining it as using of thoughts ,words and other works without signing to them mentioned the types of scientific plagiarism, It is complete, partial and intellectual theft. He also confirmed that the causes of theft occur from ignorance of academic rules and cheating. He also explained the ways to avoid academic theft, which are understanding academic rules, correct citation and original writing.,

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 29^th-30^th 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

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.