The center of heritage revival organizes workshop

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 Center held on Monday, October 20, 2025, and in the presence of a number of professors and researchers, an off-schedule workshop entitled “Strengthening Moral Structure and Highlighting the Dangers of Homosexuality” in the Hall of Professor Nabila Abdul Muneim Dawood. Professor Dr. Anas Issam Ismail, a faculty member at the Center, delivered the lecture, in which he discussed the historical context of homosexuality, referencing its mention in the Holy Qur’an and the divine punishment inflicted upon the people of Lot (peace be upon him). He explained that such acts are considered a deviation from divine and natural law and contrasted this with the Islamic perspective, which has clearly defined rulings on the matter for over 1,400 years

He further noted that promoting homosexuality under the slogans of “freedom” and “human rights” serves as a tool for weakening the moral fabric of societies. The lecturer emphasized the importance of strengthening religious and intellectual awareness to reinforce authentic ethical values.

The workshop included several interventions and discussions. In conclusion, the Center’s administration expressed its gratitude to the lecturer and wished him continued success and prosperity

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

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 Manuscripts Department in the Center organized a panel discussion on the morning of Thursday, October 9, 2025, attended by a number of professors and researchers, and held in the Hall of Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneim Dawood. The panel discussion was entitled “Scientific Research Methodologies between Heritage and Modernity.” The session was chaired by Dr. Liqaa Amer Ashour, a faculty member at our Center, and the lecture was delivered by Assistant Professor Dr. Nihad Ne’ma Majeed from the Department of History, College of Education for Women. Dr. Majeed began by defining history as the science that studies human events of the past, aiming to understand these events, their timing, locations, causes, and outcomes. She emphasized that studying and writing history requires deep analysis, patience, and precise reading and examination of texts.

The researcher highlighted the importance of the historical method, which records, describes, and analyzes past events systematically and scientifically to reach accurate conclusions. This, in turn, helps us understand the present in light of the past and anticipate the future.

She also pointed out that early historians used two main methods in historical research:

The annalistic method, which confines events to specific time and place frameworks, helping readers focus within a defined context and better follow the sequence of events. The contemporary historical methodologies, which aim to understand interconnections and reveal deep links between past and present phenomena across time and space. These modern approaches transcend traditional boundaries, moving beyond purely national or regional events to present a broader view of relationships among different societies. The discussion included several scholarly interventions and exchanges of views on research methodologies.

At the conclusion of the session, Dr. Zainab Kamel, Head of the Manuscripts Department, expressed her appreciation to Dr. Majeed, wishing her continued success and excellence in serving our distinguished university.

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

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 Humanities in the Center organized an off-plan workshop on the morning of Monday, October 13, 2025, attended by a number of professors and researchers, and held in the Hall of Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneim Dawood. The workshop was entitled “The Role of Media in Confronting Intellectual Extremism.” The session was chaired by Professor Dr. Wasan Hussein Muheimid, a faculty member in the Center, and the lecture was delivered by Assistant Professor Dr. Rana Mowloud Shaker from the Center for Strategic and International Studies, University of Baghdad. Dr. Mowloud discussed the pivotal role of media in raising societal awareness, promoting a culture of tolerance and moderation, and confronting extremist ideas with a rational and objective discourse. She emphasized the importance of partnerships between media, educational, and security institutions to build an intellectual framework that shields society from extremism, supported by examples and strategies for protecting vulnerable age groups.

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The center of heritage revival organizes workshop

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 Quality Assurance and University Performance Unit in the Center organized an off-plan workshop on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, attended by the Center’s faculty members and staff, and held in the Hall of Professor Nabeela Abdul Muneim Dawood.The workshop was entitled “Quality and Its Impact on the Job Performance of University Employees.” It was chaired by Assistant Professor Dr. Bashair Mowloud, Head of the Quality Assurance Unit, along with the unit team members Mrs. Farah Abdul-Kadhim and Mr. Samer Haseeb.

The speakers explained the importance of applying quality standards in universities as a strategic approach to achieving institutional excellence and improving job performance. They emphasized that quality contributes to enhancing the efficiency of academic and administrative operations, optimizing the use of resources, and strengthening job satisfaction and professional belonging through clear standards and well-defined roles and responsibilities. Dr. Mowloud stressed that job performance is closely linked to quality, as the clarity of quality standards increases commitment, discipline, and innovation at work. Studies indicate that implementing total quality management systems can improve performance by 20% to 40%. Quality also plays a vital role in curriculum development, improving educational outcomes, and streamlining administrative procedures. The workshop further highlighted that administrative leadership plays a central role in promoting a culture of quality and motivating employees toward creativity. Key requirements for activating quality include staff training, adopting fair and motivating evaluation systems, and overcoming challenges such as resistance to change, weak follow-up, and lack of incentives. The workshop aimed to emphasize that quality is a collective responsibility that seeks to achieve institutional excellence and sustainable development within the university through clarifying the items of the applied paper and electronic evaluation forms. Several participants contributed comments and discussions during the session. At the conclusion of the workshop, Mr. Fares Issa Fares, Director of Administration at the Center, expressed his gratitude to the Quality Assurance Unit team, wishing them continued success and excellence in their work.

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Meeting to Strengthen Academic and Cultural Cooperation

Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage Attends a Meeting to Strengthen Academic and Cultural Cooperation

On the morning of Tuesday, October 7, 2025, the Presidency of the University of Baghdad received a delegation from the Institut Français du Proche-Orient (IFPO), in the presence of Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage, Professor Dr. Suhail Najm Abdullah, Assistant President of the University of Baghdad, Dr. Ali Abdul Ameer, Dean of the College of Arts, and Dr. Harith Mohammed Ibrahim, Director of the Department of Media and Government Communication at the University of Baghdad.

The meeting focused on ways to strengthen scientific and cultural cooperation between the University and French academic institutions, particularly in the area of joint research projects and scientific heritage studies. The French delegation was also invited to attend the upcoming Assyriology Conference scheduled for next year.

At the conclusion of the visit, the University officials expressed their gratitude to the delegation, wishing for future visits that would further enhance academic collaboration between the two sides.

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The Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage Holds a Memorial Ceremony

On the morning of Monday, October 6, 2025, the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad organized a memorial ceremony for Dr. Ahlam Mohsen Hussein, a retired faculty member of the Center.

The ceremony was chaired by Dr. Liqaa Shakir Al-Sharifi, who began speech with the recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah for the soul of the late professor. The attendees expressed their heartfelt condolences and prayers, asking Almighty God to grant the departed His infinite mercy and to bless the living with health and well-being

Faculty Member Publishes an Article

Prof. Dr. Wasan Hussein Muhimid, a faculty member at the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage, Department of Humanities, University of Baghdad, has published an article titled “Free Will in the Thought of John of Damascus” in Najm Al-Mashriq Journal, Issue 123, Vol. 31(3), 2025. The Center congratulates the researcher and wishes her continued success in her academic endeavor

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Membership

Prof. Dr. Taha Sebti Ibrahim from the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage / University of Baghdad served as a committee member in the PhD thesis of Nizar Hadi Salbi in August 31, 2025.

The thesis, entitled: “Al-Raghib Al-Isfahani’s Inquiries (c. 425 AH) in His Book ‘Jamiʿ al-Tafasir’: Compilation and Study from Surah Al-Fatiha to Verse 152 of Surah Al-Baqarah,”

was approved with a grade of Very Good.

 Congratulations to the student and best wishes to Prof. Dr. Taha Sebti Ibrahim for continued academic excellence!

Essay Publication

Prof. Dr. Wasan Hussein Muheimid from the Department of Humanities at the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage / University of Baghdad published an article in Najm Al-Mashriq Journal (Issue 122, Vol. 31(2), 2025) entitled:

“The Impact of Folklore on Historical Events: The Manuscript of the Monk Rameshōʿ as a Case Study This work highlights the important role of folklore in shaping historical narratives and cultural understanding.

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Visit

On Thursday, August 21, 2025, a delegation from the Al-Kadhimiya Center for Heritage Preservation / Al-Kadhimiya Holy Shrine visited the Center. The delegation was received by Prof. Dr. Anas Issam Ismail, Acting Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage, and Mr. Fares Issa Fares, Administrative Director. During the meeting, both sides discussed several areas of mutual interest, including organizing joint scientific and cultural events such as seminars, conferences, and intellectual exhibitions. They also explored ways to document major religious occasions like the Arbaeen visit and the Prophet’s Birthday, highlighting the role of the holy shrines in these events.

The visiting delegation praised the Center’s activities and research programs, emphasizing the Al-Kadhimiya Holy Shrine’s commitment to fostering cooperation with academic institutions to serve shared intellectual and cultural goal.

Director of the Center for the Revival of Scientific Heritage Holds a Meeting

Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, Holds a Meeting . On the morning of Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at exactly 11:00 a.m., Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majid Hussein, Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad, held a meeting with the Scientific Committee and the heads of the scientific departments at the Center to discuss the academic preparations for the 2026 research year.

During the meeting, a number of proposed research projects for the upcoming academic year were reviewed. The discussion addressed key priority research areas and mechanisms for supporting and encouraging scientific research within the Center. Additionally, the plan for scientific activities for the same year was discussed, including seminars, workshops, and preparations for the annual scientific conference—efforts aimed at reinforcing the Center’s role in advancing knowledge and serving the academic, cultural, and heritage communities.

The Director of the Center emphasized the importance of coordinating efforts among all parties and adhering to quality and innovation in the preparation and implementation of scientific plans. The meeting concluded with a number of recommendations designed to strengthen scientific research and ensure the successful achievement of the Center’s goals for 2026.

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Compliment Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein

 

We congratulate Assistant Professor Dr. Laith Majeed Hussein, a lecturer in the College of Arts, on his appointment as Director of the Center for the Revival of Arab Scientific Heritage at the University of Baghdad. We wish him all success in his academic career. We also extend our thanks to Professor Dr. Alaa Nafeh Jassim for her scientific efforts to the center, wishing her continued success.