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The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a seminar on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, entitled “The Jurisprudence of Priorities in the Holy Quran.” The seminar was presented by Assistant instructor Hind Amer Mohammed, one of the center’s members, and was attended by a number of professors and researchers. It was held in the Professor Nabila Abdul-Munim Dawood Hall at the Center’s headquarters.

The researcher discussed the fundamental concept of “jurisprudence of priorities,” highlighting the Quranic approach to prioritizing actions and rulings. This jurisprudence focuses on the principle of prioritizing the most important over the merely important, giving precedence to the greater interests of religion and life, and the paramount importance of the Quranic text itself. The priority of creed and faith serves as a fundamental principle preceding rulings and details. She emphasized that the objectives of Islamic law elevate the preservation of life, the establishment of justice and mercy, and the general welfare of people above secondary and minor matters. The seminar also included a detailed presentation and explanation of the order of righteous deeds in the Quran, such as honoring parents, establishing prayer, and reconciling people. It demonstrated the impact of this jurisprudence on achieving psychological and social balance for Muslims and placing everything in its proper context to serve the goals of the tolerant Sharia.

At the conclusion of the lecture, the attendees engaged in extensive scholarly discussions, enriching the topic with sound academic and traditional perspectives. This reflected the center’s ongoing role in reviving Arab-Islamic intellectual thought and addressing contemporary intellectual issues from an authentic Islamic heritage perspective.

Under the slogan of strengthening joint security cooperation, the  center of heritage revival receives a delegation from the National Security Service and the Security Permits Department.

According to  the directives of the Director of the Security Permits and Follow-up Department, Professor Dr. Diaa Talib Mohammed Al-Quraishi, Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center for Reviving Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, received a high-level security and administrative delegation on Sunday, May 3, 2026. The delegation included the University Security Officer from the National Security Service and Mr. Ali Hussein Thani from the Security Permits and Follow-up Department.

This visit comes within the framework of the center’s ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation with security and oversight institutions to ensure a safe and secure university environment, both technically and intellectually.

The meeting addressed several vital issues and priority security matters. An agreement was reached on a joint action plan aimed at conducting awareness workshops focused on combating the scourge of drugs and methods of prevention, as well as combating cyber extortion. These workshops will educate staff and students on how to deal with digital threats and enhance cybersecurity as a fundamental step towards developing technical protocols for data protection and ensuring the integrity of the center’s information systems. For his part, Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein welcomed this step, stressing that the center would harness all its capabilities to support these awareness initiatives that serve the public interest, while the visiting delegation praised the warm reception and fruitful cooperation shown by the center in implementing security and preventive directives

The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a distinguished scientific seminar on Sunday, April 12, 2026, entitled “Al-Istrabadi Market in Al-Kadhimiya: A Renewed Heritage.” The seminar was presented by Dr. Imtithal Kazim Sarhan, a faculty member at the Center, in the presence of a group of professors and researchers at Professor Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood Hall. In her lecture, Dr. Sarhan addressed the historical and cultural significance of Al-Istrabadi Market as one of the most prominent heritage landmarks in the city of Al-Kadhimiya. She reviewed its establishment, development throughout different eras, and its vital role in the economic and social activities of the area. She also highlighted the architectural characteristics of the market and its distinctive heritage identity, which reflects the character of the city, referring to the efforts made to preserve and revive it in a manner that meets contemporary requirements without compromising its historical authenticity. The lecturer emphasized the necessity of enhancing community awareness regarding the importance of preserving heritage markets, as they represent the memory and spirit of cities. She also called for intensifying initiatives that contribute to safeguarding this cultural legacy. The seminar witnessed notable interaction from the attendees, with numerous questions and discussions that enriched the dialogue and highlighted the importance of the topic in strengthening cultural identity and preserving historical heritage.

The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a scientific symposium entitled “Scientific Search Engines and the Humanities” on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.

The session was chaired by Dr. Salar Ali Khidr, Head of the Department of Pure Sciences, with Dr. Sahar Hassan Abdulrasool serving as the session rapporteur. They outlined the symposium’s objectives, which focused on highlighting modern digital tools that contribute to enhancing the quality of Arab scholarly output and facilitating researchers’ access to international academic resources.

The symposium featured a series of valuable lectures delivered by Assistant Lecturer Dr. Labib Mohsen Abdullah from the Department of Computer Engineering, University of Baghdad, who discussed the technical challenges facing humanities researchers and explored ways to bridge the gap between researchers and global academic search engines.

Assistant Lecturer Dr. Alia Al-Barrak from the Department of Computer Science, University of Baghdad, presented a lecture on the standards of high-quality scientific research and the importance of academic search engines in advancing scholarly writing in both the humanities and pure sciences.

Assistant Lecturer Hind Amer Fadhil, a faculty member at our Center, presented a research paper on the significance of Google Scholar and ResearchGate in humanities research. She emphasized their role in enhancing researchers’ digital visibility and improving the documentation of scholarly citations.

Assistant Lecturer Zainab Jamal Nawroz, also a faculty member at our Center, concluded the symposium with a presentation on the importance of Scopus in advancing humanities research. She explained the mechanisms of publishing in international indexed databases and their impact on improving the global ranking of higher education institutions.

The symposium concluded with several practical recommendations aimed at enhancing academic research skills, including empowering researchers, activating academic profiles, supporting high-quality scholarly publishing, and overcoming digital barriers.

The event also witnessed active scientific discussions and interventions from the audience. At the conclusion of the symposium, the Center’s administration expressed its appreciation to the speakers, wishing them continued success and excellence in their academic careers.

Under the Slogan: “Sign Language as a Bridge of Communication”

The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage Organizes a Workshop

 In accordance with the directives of the Presidency of the University of Baghdad / Department of Media and Government Communication, the Media Unit at the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage organized an educational awareness workshop on Wednesday morning, November 26, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., titled “The Role of Educational Institutions in Supporting the Deaf and Mute.” The workshop was held in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood Hall, with the attendance of several professors and academics. It was presented by Assistant Professor Dr. Zainab Kamil Kareem and Lecturer Dr. Liqaa Shakir Al-Sharifi, both faculty members at the Center. Dr. Liqaa Al-Sharifi delivered her research titled “The Rights of the Deaf and Mute in Iraq Between Legislation and Implementation.” The study examined the legal framework regulating the rights of the deaf and mute in Iraq, highlighting the legislation that guarantees their rights to education, healthcare, social welfare, and social integration. Al-Sharifi discussed the gap between what the laws stipulate and what is actually implemented on the ground, pointing out the challenges this group faces, such as the lack of specialized services, the shortage of staff trained in sign language, and limited societal awareness. She emphasized the need to strengthen governmental and institutional efforts to ensure that the deaf and mute have full access to their rights and are empowered to participate effectively in society.

Dr. Zainab Kamil then presented an overview of her research titled “Famous Figures Who Challenged Disability and Transformed It into Success Stories.” The study focused on a selection of Arab and international personalities who faced various disabilities—including hearing impairments—and succeeded in transforming these challenges into sources of strength and creativity. She highlighted examples of individuals who achieved exceptional success in fields such as science, art, sports, and community work, despite their disabilities. The research illustrated how their stories have become a source of inspiration and motivation for empowering the deaf and mute community, promoting a culture of optimism and resilience, and encouraging educational institutions to provide greater support. It also demonstrated the role of these figures in reshaping societal perceptions of disability and highlighting the capabilities of persons with disabilities.

The workshop included several discussions, and at its conclusion, the Media Unit Supervisor expressed gratitude to the two researchers for their dedicated efforts in serving the University and our beloved Iraq.

Female Faculty Members of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage Participate in a Training Workshop within the Activities of Anti-Drug Week

A group of female faculty members from the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad participated on Monday, November 17, 2025, in a training workshop organized by the Center for Continuing Education at the University of Baghdad as part of the activities of Anti-Drug Week. The workshop was presented by Professor Dr. Arkan Saeed Khattab, Director of the Center, with the attendance of a number of specialists and individuals concerned with awareness-related issues. The workshop addressed the main themes related to the drug epidemic, the most prominent methods of combating it, and the negative effects it leaves on society. It also discussed modern prevention strategies and the role of educational institutions in raising awareness among students and promoting healthy and responsible behavior. The participating faculty members showed clear engagement through presenting viewpoints and scientific interventions that contribute to supporting national efforts aimed at limiting the spread of drugs, emphasizing the importance of continuing such awareness programs within the university environment.

The workshop concluded with an emphasis on the importance of integrating the roles of scientific and educational centers to enhance community awareness and develop sustainable training programs in the field of drug prevention.

The Center of the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage Organizes a Workshop“The Influence of Baghdad on Fine Arts,”

Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, the Baghdad Documentation Department organized a workshop on Wednesday, November 5, 2025in the Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood Hall. it was attended by a number of researchers and academics specializing in art, sociology, and cultural heritage. The workshop, entitled “The Influence of Baghdad on Fine Arts,” the lecture presented by Assistant Lecturer Surur Mohammed Khalil from the College of Arts – University of Baghdad. She discussed Baghdad’s pioneering role as a complex social and cultural space that has contributed to shaping the aesthetic structure of Iraqi fine art. She emphasized that this art cannot be understood apart from the social and historical structures that produced it. The discussion addressed Baghdadi art as a symbolic system reflecting the dynamics of Iraqi society and its transformations through periods of prosperity, conflict, and war. The researcher also presented examples from the works of Jawad Salim and his colleagues in the Baghdad School of Modern Art, highlighting their embodiment of the dialectical relationship between the artist and society. According to Pierre Bourdieu’s concept of the artistic field, the artist interacts with social structures, values, and institutions to produce visual symbols that express collective identity and reveal a symbolic capital tied to place and history. The workshop aimed to emphasize the significance of Baghdadi fine art, which is not merely an aesthetic practice but a visual social discourse documenting the transformations of collective consciousness and expressing the spirit of the city — between nostalgia and resistance, continuity of heritage, and the question of modernity. The session included several interventions discussing the importance of art and heritage. At the conclusion of the workshop, the center’s administration thanked the researcher, wishing her continued success in serving the University of Baghdad and beloved Iraq.

Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, the Baghdad Documentation Department organized a scientific seminar on Sunday, 16 November 2025, in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood Hall, titled “Baghdad, the City of Peace.” Lecturer Dr. Liqaa Shakir Al-Sharifi opened the session by highlighting Baghdad’s presence in classical and modern poetry, followed by presentations from a group of specialized researchers who discussed various historical, cultural, and social aspects of the city. The seminar featured notable contributions, including studies on Baghdadi customs in the Ottoman era, the city’s historical neighborhoods, and the symbolic significance of its cultural and political monuments. The concluding presentation explored Baghdad’s portrayal in Dr. Taha Al-Rawi’s work “Baghdad, the City of Peace.” Participants emphasized the importance of supporting scholarly research on Baghdad’s heritage and promoting a culture of peace. The session concluded with the Center’s Director expressing gratitude to the attending professors and researchers for their valuable contributions

Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, the Manuscripts Department in the Center organized a workshop on Thursday, 13 November 2025, in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneem Dawood Hall, with the attendance of a number of researchers and academics. The workshop was titled “Private Education in the Historical Perspective and Its Impact on Iraqi Society.” Professor Dr. Zainab Kamil Kareem and Lecturer Dr. Liqaa Shakir Al-Sharifi, both are members in the Center, presented the lecture. They discussed private education as one of the most important sectors in developed countries, as it provides future generations capable of development and innovation. In contrast, in less developed countries, the private sector still does not play an effective role in society, given that the state is considered the largest and most capable institution of managing a sensitive and strategic field such as education. The workshop aimed to shed light on the history of private education

The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage Holds a Scientific Seminar

Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arabic Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, an extensive meeting was held that brought together the heads of departments:

Prof. Dr. Salar Ali Khudhur (Department of Human Studies),

Prof. Dr. Taha Sibti Ibrahim (Department of Pure Sciences),

Prof. Dr. Zainab Kamel Kareem (Department of Manuscripts), and

Asst. Prof. Dr. Rasha Issa Faris (Department of Baghdad Documentation).

The meeting focused on discussing the scientific research plan for 2026 and all matters related to the development of new research projects.

The participants discussed the main themes and mechanisms for unifying research efforts in ways that serve the community, preserve national identity, and keep pace with modern scientific developments. They also agreed on establishing a timeline for submitting research proposals and forming regular subcommittees to follow up on the implementation and evaluation of the plan, ensuring high research quality and achieving the Center’s strategic goals.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the researchers expressed their gratitude to the Center’s administration for its continuous support of scientific research, affirming their commitment to continued collaboration in pursuit of their academic aspirations for the year 2026.

Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, the Department of Pure Sciences at the Center organized a workshop on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, held in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneim Dawood Hall, that attended by a number of professors and academics.  The workshop,entitled “Historical Factors Behind the Emergence of Cities in the Upper Euphrates Region,” was chaired by Professor Dr. Taha Subti Ibrahim, Head of the Department of Pure Sciences at our Center. The lecture was delivered by Professor Dr. Saadi Ibrahim Al-Darraji, a retired faculty member of the Center, who discussed the most significant historical factors that contributed to the establishment and continuity of settlement in the Upper Euphrates cities. Among these factors were geographical, economic, administrative and political, military, and social aspects.

Dr. Al-Darraji particularly emphasized the economic factor, especially trade and ancient transportation routes, as well as traditional industries and the importance of agricultural activity in the cities of the region. He also highlighted the historical significance of ancient urban centers with deep roots in history, such as Anah, Haditha, Al-Wus, and Jubbah, noting that most of them emerged along the Euphrates on small fortified islands dating back at least to the Assyrian era, with continuous habitation throughout the Sasanian, Roman, and Islamic periods. The researcher further discussed archaeological sites and major cultural landmarks in the cities of the Upper Euphrates, presenting examples of military, religious, and public architecture. The workshop included several academic discussions and contributions related to the topic. In conclusion, the Center’s administration expressed its appreciation to the distinguished researcher, wishing him continued success in his scholarly endeavors.

Under the supervision of Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, our Center organized a seminar on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., held in Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneim Dawood Hall and attended by a number of professors and academics. The seminar, titled “The City of Kufa: Its Urban Planning and Cultural Landmarks,” was delivered by Assistant Lecturer Zainab Jamal Nawroz, a faculty member in the Center. she discussed the origins and development of the city of Kufa, which was founded in 638 AD as a military camp and later evolved into an important urban center.

Nawroz highlighted that Kufa was distinguished by its orderly and geometric urban design, featuring straight, well-organized streets arranged around a central market and a grand mosque. The city served as a political and administrative center during the Islamic era and attracted scholars, jurists, and intellectuals. She added that Kufa’s civilization blended both military and urban characteristics, and the city was known for its public buildings, markets, and advanced social facilities. Its Great Mosque became a center for Islamic jurisprudence and Arabic linguistics, contributing significantly to the spread of knowledge and culture.

The lecture emphasized Kufa’s role as a hub of cultural and political activity during the early Islamic period, reflecting its prominent position in the history of Islamic civilization.