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Sharjah 24
4 days ago
- General
- Sharjah 24
SIF to launch 25th scholarly session on 21 June
At a press conference held on Tuesday, the Forum shared the details of the upcoming session and its various lessons. These annual sessions are part of the Forum's continued efforts to spread authentic Islamic knowledge and enhance religious and cultural awareness in society. Dr Majid Bushalibi, Secretary-General of the Forum, described the session as a well-established tradition in Sharjah, supporting a moderate approach and providing a safe and authentic learning environment. He added that the Forum had made full preparations for this year's event, including selecting lecture topics, coordinating with participating scholars, and publishing a special book featuring the course texts. Broad outreach efforts Dr Mohammed Nour Al-Din Al-Anis, Head of the Scientific Committee, highlighted the profound meaning of this year's theme, which combines faith, knowledge, and divine guidance. He noted that the chosen texts, topics, and scholars reflect this integration and aim to provide a solid foundation for students of knowledge. Meanwhile, the media and technical committee announced a series of initiatives to boost public participation. Mr Saif Yousif Ali, Head of the Media and Technical Committee, confirmed the launch of a comprehensive promotional campaign across print and digital platforms, in coordination with local institutions. Public incentives and concluding messages To facilitate attendance, the Forum has arranged daily bus services to Al-Maghfirah Mosque from designated pickup points. It also announced a daily competition with valuable prizes to encourage public engagement. In conclusion, this annual session continues to represent a respected academic platform that has long contributed to building a balanced scholarly environment in Sharjah, drawing both students and scholars from within the UAE and abroad.
Sharjah 24
14-02-2025
- Science
- Sharjah 24
At SHD: Experts urge use of AI to preserve heritage
They highlighted the need for modern scientific platforms, specialised conferences, and training programmes aligned with ethical, artistic, and knowledge standards for heritage, based on solid and reliable foundations. These efforts aim to foster global cultural connections based on shared knowledge. The Cultural Café Session on AI and Heritage This discussion took place during the first session of the Cultural Café, part of the Sharjah Heritage Days at the Cultural Heritage Centre "Al Bait Al Gharbi." The session, titled "Documenting Cultural Heritage in the Age of Artificial Intelligence," featured experts such as Dr Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Dr Majid Bushalibi, Dr. Moza Ghabash, Dr Ahmed Bahy El-Din, and Dr Rashid Al-Mazrouei, moderated by Dr Khaled Al-Shahi. Addressing the challenges of AI in heritage Dr Abdul Aziz Al Musallam pointed out the challenges of relying too heavily on AI for heritage preservation, including the growing trend of researchers prioritising speed over quality. He called for national platforms to support sciences, including heritage, to establish optimal knowledge bases. Dr Al Musallam also revealed plans to host a future conference focused on AI's role in documenting cultural heritage. Training and ethical concerns with AI in heritage Dr Majid Bushalibi emphasised AI's role as a complement to human intelligence, urging the Sharjah Institute for Heritage to develop training programs for heritage researchers that incorporate ethical guidelines. Dr Ahmed Bahy El-Din noted the importance of balancing AI's capabilities with human creativity and identity, while Dr Moza Ghabash stressed the need for AI to preserve national identities, not threaten them. Dr Rashid Al-Mazrouei highlighted the challenges AI faces in understanding local dialects and accurately representing folk heritage.
