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The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a scientific seminar on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, entitled “The Historical Geography of Epidemics and Their Impact on Population Distribution.” The lecture was presented by researcher assistant instructor Wasan Adel Abdul Wahab, a faculty member at the center, in the Professor Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood Hall. The seminar was well-attended by researchers and academics and addressed in-depth topics concerning the historical impact of health geography on understanding human transformations.

The researcher discussed how diseases spread across space and time and their pivotal role in shaping the world’s population map. She presented examples of epidemics as demographic drivers and considered them a decisive historical factor in changing population density and patterns of human settlement.

The researcher also discussed some of these diseases, including the Black Death, which caused a sharp decline in the population of Europe and led to widespread migrations and changes in population centers. She also examined the experience of the Americas, where the spread of diseases after the arrival of Europeans led to a decrease in the indigenous population and a radical change in the demographic composition. The study reinforces the role of geographical and dispersal factors, including climate, transportation routes, and urban congestion, in accelerating the spread of epidemics, particularly in major cities. The researcher focuses on the consequences of migration and population redistribution, as well as economic and demographic changes whose effects are still evident in the modern era.

The Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center at University of Baghdad organized a seminar on Sunday morning, April 19, 2026, entitled “Ahmad ibn Fadlan: Between the Journey of the Past and the Explorations of the Present.” The seminar was delivered by Lecturer Dr. Sundus Zaidan Khalaf, a faculty member at the Center, as part of its scientific activities aimed at highlighting the exploratory legacy of Arabs and Muslims. The event was held at the Nabeela Abdul Munim Dawood Hall.

During the seminar, the researcher discussed Ibn Fadlan’s journey as a historical account reflecting the depth of cultural and human connections between the Arab-Islamic civilization and other nations. She explained that this journey was not merely a record of a geographical route, but rather stemmed from a humanistic and global perspective in engaging with the “other,” grounded in the values of communication established by Islam.

She also focused on analyzing the relationship between the Abbasid Caliphate and its neighboring regions in Central Asia, extending to the remote areas of the Volga basin. Furthermore, she carefully reviewed Ibn Fadlan’s recorded observations of various peoples and ethnic groups, most notably the Volga Bulgars, the Rus, the Slavs, and the Khazars.

The researcher concluded that this journey represents a rare anthropological document that has contributed to understanding the social and political structures of the peoples of Northern and Central Asia, emphasizing the importance of drawing inspiration from such experiences to promote intercultural dialogue and contemporary exploration.

Distinguished Participation of the Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center at the University of Baghdad Seminar on Activating Women’s Quota

The scientific seminar organized by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, in cooperation with the Women’s Affairs Division at the Presidency of University of Baghdad, and with the participation of the Supreme Council for Women’s Affairs at the Council of Ministers, was held on Tuesday morning, April 14, 2026, under the title: “Activating the Executive Quota for Fair Representation of Women Employees in State Institutions.” The event witnessed notable participation from a distinguished group of professors from the Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center, alongside several academic and official bodies and personalities concerned with women’s empowerment. The seminar took place at the Conference Hall of the Center for Urban and Regional Planning for Postgraduate Studies.

The seminar addressed the concept of the quota for women working in state institutions as a mechanism aimed at allocating a specific percentage of jobs and administrative and leadership positions, thereby enhancing women’s active participation in governmental institutions and reducing forms of job marginalization.

The seminar’s discussions also focused on the importance of achieving gender equality in public sector employment, empowering women to access leadership positions, and addressing the social and institutional challenges that hinder this progress, in addition to strengthening their role in decision-making and public policy formulation.

The active participation of the Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center reflects its commitment to societal issues with scientific and cultural dimensions, as well as its dedication to supporting initiatives that contribute to achieving social justice and enhancing the status of women in society.

Under the direct guidance of Prof. Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center, University of Baghdad, the Center organized a field visit on Monday, 13/4/2026, to the Orphanage in Al-Salihiya, affiliated with the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs.The visiting delegation included a group of the Center’s members and staff. This visit came as part of the Center’s commitment to strengthening cooperation and communication with social institutions and supporting the most vulnerable groups in society.  The delegation was received by Ms. Worood Mahdi Habib, Director of the home. During the visit, both sides emphasized the importance of continued joint cooperation to support orphaned children and to provide them with the necessary care and attention.

The visit included the presentation of gifts and moral support to the children, reflecting the Center’s commitment to its humanitarian and social responsibility. At the conclusion of the visit, the Director of the home expressed her gratitude and appreciation to the visiting delegation from the Center, praising this humanitarian initiative that contributes to supporting and caring for this important segment of society.

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 Department of Pure Sciences at the Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center / University of Baghdad organized its scientific seminar on the morning of Tuesday, 7/4/2026, entitled “The Art of Crisis Management: Between the Past and the Present,” with the attendance of a distinguished group of professors and researchers, as well as a notable delegation from the Great Mosque of Kufa. The session was chaired by Dr. Sundus Zaidan Khalaf, a faculty member at the Center, who opened the seminar with welcoming remarks, emphasizing the importance of crisis management in light of the rapidly evolving global challenges. She also noted that the seminar aimed to shed light on historical experiences in dealing with crises and linking them to contemporary data in a way that contributes to building more efficient scientific and practical visions. The seminar outlined its key themes, which included studying crises across time, analyzing their causes, and proposing ways to address them, with a focus on contemporary models relevant to current realities. Among the أبرز presentations was that of Assistant Lecturer Hind Amer Fadhil, who discussed crisis management through the ages, highlighting lessons from the past and perspectives of the present. She examined the development of crisis management approaches over time and emphasized the importance of benefiting from historical experiences in addressing current crises. Assistant Lecturer Wasan Adel Abdul Wahab, also from the Center, presented her research paper on “The Political Crisis in Iraq: Causes and Solutions – Water Scarcity as a Model,” in which she analyzed the causes of political crises, focusing on water scarcity and its impacts, and proposed a number of possible solutions. The seminar also featured several other research presentations that enriched the academic discussion and deepened the understanding of crisis management from multiple perspectives. The seminar concluded with a set of recommendations, enhancing the exchange of scientific expertise among academic institutions, benefiting from historical experiences in confronting contemporary crises, supporting applied research in crisis management, and developing effective strategies to address current challenges, particularly in the fields of water and politics.

Authenticity of Place and Stature of Knowledge… Heritage Revival Center Pays a Courtesy Visit to Prof. Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood in Al-Kadhimiya

In an academic and humanitarian gesture reflecting loyalty to pioneers of knowledge, a delegation from the Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center, headed by Prof. Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center, and accompanied by a number of distinguished faculty members, paid a visit to Prof. Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood in the holy city of Al-Kadhimiya.

The visit aimed to check on her health and to acknowledge her rich academic journey. During the meeting, the delegation expressed their deep appreciation for her exceptional contributions to the service of Arab heritage, wishing her continued health and well-being so she may carry on her impactful scholarly contributions that have enriched the Arab intellectual library for many years.

The meeting featured an engaging discussion on her latest academic achievements, followed by a tour of her private scholarly library. The delegation viewed a valuable collection of rare books and manuscripts, reflecting the depth of her specialization and the precision of her research throughout her academic career.

At the conclusion of the visit, Prof. Nabila expressed her sincere gratitude and deep appreciation for this kind initiative from the Center’s faculty, praising the vital role the Center plays in preserving heritage and supporting scholars. She also wished everyone continued success and prosperity in their noble academic mission.

The Arab Scientific Heritage Revival Center at the University of Baghdad organized a seminar on Monday, 30/3/2026, entitled “Expressions of Humility in the Holy Qur’an.” The lecture was delivered by Dr. Iman Salih Mahdi, a member at the Center. In a presentation, she explored a semantic and linguistic study of a group of Qur’anic terms that convey meanings of submission, humility, and surrender to God Almighty. The researcher explained that “expressions of humility” refer to the words and phrases mentioned in the Holy Qur’an that indicate a state of deep modesty, reverence, and obedience to God. These meanings are particularly evident in contexts of supplication, repentance, and returning to God, as such expressions reflect the breaking of the (self) and the acknowledgment of one’s need for God’s mercy. This meaning appears in several places in the Holy Qur’an, sometimes expressing the steadfastness of believers and their refusal to submit to hardships. For example, in Surah Aal ‘Imran:(“And how many a prophet [fought] and with him fought many religious scholars. But they never lost assurance due to what afflicted them in the cause of Allah, nor did they weaken or submit.”) [Aal ‘Imran: 146] the phrase “nor did they submit” indicates that they did not yield or become humiliated despite the hardships they faced.It also appears in another context in Surah Al-Mu’minun:

(“And We certainly seized them with punishment, but they did not humble themselves to their Lord, nor did they supplicate [to Him].”) [Al-Mu’minun: 76] , “they did not humble themselves” signifies that they neither submitted to God nor showed humility during the punishment, serving as a reproach for their hardened hearts. Thus, the concept of humility in the Qur’an revolves around meanings of submission and humbleness, whether in its negation from steadfast believers or in the condemnation of disbelievers who fail to submit to God during times of hardship. The researcher also highlighted the semantic differences between these expressions, explaining how each term carries a distinct meaning and context that reflects particular psychological and spiritual dimensions of human beings. This demonstrates the richness and precision of the Qur’anic language in expression. In conclusion, she emphasized the importance of such studies in deepening the understanding of the Qur’anic text and in deriving its rhetorical and educational meanings.

As part of its continuous efforts to develop the journalistic and technical skills of media personnel, the Media Unit at the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad participated in a series of intensive training courses organized by the Continuing Education Unit at the College of Media, University of Baghdad.

The participation included the Head of the Media Unit, Ms. Rassel Hashim Al-Hammam, along with Ms. Azhar Salem Dawood and Mr. Khaldoun Abdullah Abdul Nabi. The participants attended three specialized and essential courses in modern media practices.

The first course, “Journalistic Editing” (8 March 2026), focused on modern techniques for content creation, including training in news ticker writing, digital journalistic editing methods, content production for university social media platforms, as well as strategies for combating media misinformation.

The second course, “Television Editing” (15 March 2026), included practical training on the fundamentals of video editing, media importing and organization, in addition to developing skills in preparing and technically understanding the timeline, leading to the practical implementation of editing techniques that support the Center’s media message.

The third course, “Photography (Video and Photography)” (29 March 2026), concluded the Media Unit team’s participation. It addressed the importance of media imagery and the technical foundations of contemporary photography and videography.

The participants expressed their appreciation for this initiative, which opens new horizons for academic and professional cooperation. Certificates of participation were also distributed to the attendees by Prof. Dr. Ammar Taher Mohammed, Dean of the College of Media, with emphasis placed on the continuation of coordination between the Center’s Media Unit and the College of Media to ensure keeping pace with the latest technological developments in journalism and digital media.

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.

The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a workshop entitled “The Role of Childhood Psychological Trauma and Its Impact on Suicide” on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The event was held in Professor Nabila Abdul Munim Dawood Hall and was attended by a number of faculty members and researchers. The workshop was delivered by Lecturer Dr. Israa Saad Salih, a faculty member at the Center. In her lecture, she highlighted the importance of childhood as the foundation for shaping an individual’s personality, focusing on the profound effects of early psychological trauma, such as neglect and domestic violence, on mental health in later stages of life. Dr. Salih also explained the relationship between these early adverse experiences and the increased risk of developing depression and anxiety, which may, in some cases, lead to suicidal behavior. She emphasized the importance of early intervention and preventive measures to reduce the long-term psychological consequences of childhood trauma. The workshop witnessed active participation from the attendees, who raised numerous questions and contributed valuable discussions, particularly regarding prevention strategies, early intervention, and the role of families and educational institutions in mitigating the effects of psychological trauma. At the conclusion of the workshop, the speaker stressed the importance of promoting community awareness of children’s mental health and providing safe and supportive environments that contribute to raising a psychologically resilient generation capable of facing future challenges.