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In light of the growing global focus on sustainable development and climate change, and to reaffirm the University’s role in supporting scientific research and strengthening Arab and international academic cooperation, Al-Mussaib Technical College at Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, in coordination with the University’s Department of Cultural Relations, organized the International Scientific Conference on Sustainable Development and Climate Change (DU-SDCC) under the theme, “Creativity: A Platform for Thought and Dialogue.” The conference was held in collaboration with Delta University for Science and Technology, Egypt, with the participation of distinguished academics, researchers, and experts from Iraq, Egypt, and a number of universities and scientific institutions.
The conference served as an international scientific platform bringing together researchers and specialists from diverse disciplines to promote cooperation among universities and research institutions, discuss the latest scientific studies and practical experiences, and address environmental challenges that require integrated efforts across applied sciences and the humanities. It also sought to develop innovative solutions that support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) while keeping pace with global transformations in the fields of the green economy, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and environmental governance.
Over the course of its two-day scientific program, the conference addressed a broad range of specialized themes, including environmental issues and climate change, the role of educational institutions in promoting environmental awareness, engineering and technological solutions, sustainable agricultural development, the green economy, and strategic planning. It also featured legal sessions focusing on environmental legislation, climate justice, legal responsibility, environmental governance, and environmental dispute resolution, thereby reinforcing the integration of scientific, practical, and legal approaches to addressing climate-related challenges.
In his opening remarks, Professor Dr. Yehia Abdel Azim El-Mashad, President of Delta University, welcomed participants from various universities and scientific institutions. He emphasized that scientific research and international collaboration remain among the University’s highest priorities, noting that the conference provides an important platform for exchanging expertise and strengthening research partnerships that foster innovation and contribute to achieving sustainable development goals while addressing environmental and climate challenges.
For her part, Dr. Aya Mohamed Rabie, Member of the Board of Trustees of Delta University, stated that hosting the conference in partnership with Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University reflects the University’s vision of strengthening its position as a leading academic institution that recognizes scientific research as the principal driver of sustainable development and the foundation for building a more sustainable future for coming generations. She further stressed that cooperation with Arab and international universities and research institutions represents a key pillar of the University’s strategy for establishing impactful knowledge partnerships.
She added:
“We are proud to host this scientific event, which brings together an outstanding group of scholars and researchers from Egypt and Iraq. It reflects Delta University’s commitment to supporting creativity and innovation while providing a platform for scientific dialogue and the exchange of expertise. We firmly believe that addressing climate change challenges requires integrated research efforts and practical, implementable solutions, and this is precisely what the University seeks to promote through its conferences and scientific partnerships in service of society and the Sustainable Development Goals.”
Meanwhile, Professor Dr. Hassan Latif Al-Zubaidi, President of Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, commended the excellent organization of the conference and its distinguished scientific standards. He emphasized that the conference reflects Delta University’s commitment to strengthening academic and research cooperation among Arab universities and expressed Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University’s aspiration to expand collaboration with Delta University in specialized scientific and research fields, as well as to implement joint projects related to sustainable development that facilitate knowledge exchange and scientific advancement for both institutions.
In the same context, Professor Dr. Ali Hassan Wadi Al-Zubaidi, Dean of Al-Mussaib Technical College, emphasized the importance of directing researchers’ efforts toward sustainable development issues, describing scientific research as one of the most effective tools for addressing contemporary challenges. He encouraged researchers, particularly young scholars, to produce innovative, application-oriented studies capable of generating practical solutions that support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.
The opening session also featured a keynote address by Professor Dr. El-Sayed Ahmed Abdel Khalek, former Egyptian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Professor of Political Economy and Economic Legislation. He reviewed the historical evolution of the concept of sustainable development and its major milestones, emphasizing that young people constitute the cornerstone of achieving sustainable development and building a more prosperous future. He also stressed the importance of supporting scientific research and empowering young researchers as the true driving force behind innovative solutions to development challenges.
The conference further included a series of specialized scientific sessions in engineering, agriculture, and law, during which researchers presented and discussed dozens of research papers addressing topics such as artificial intelligence, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, environmental legislation, environmental governance, and engineering and technological applications. These sessions reflected the diversity and interdisciplinary nature of the conference while reinforcing its contribution to advancing sustainable development objectives.
In addition to the presentation and discussion of numerous specialized research papers, the conference promoted the exchange of scientific expertise, opened new avenues for cooperation among Arab universities and research institutions, and reaffirmed Delta University for Science and Technology’s role in supporting innovation, scientific research, community service, and the achievement of sustainable development goals at both the regional and international levels.
The conference was held under the patronage of Professor Dr. Mohamed Rabie Nasser, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Delta University for Science and Technology; Professor Dr. Yehia Abdel Azim El-Mashad, President of Delta University; Professor Dr. Hassan Latif Al-Zubaidi, President of Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University; Professor Dr. Ali Ahmed Al-Zubaidi, President of the International Union of Innovators in Iraq; Professor Dr. Tamer Mohamed Saleh, Dean of the Faculty of Law at Delta University; and Dr. Mona Mohamed El-Atrees, Conference Rapporteur.
The conference was attended by Professor Dr. Hassan Latif Al-Zubaidi, President of Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University; Professor Dr. Ahmed Ghanim Wadai, Assistant President for Scientific Affairs; Dr. Ali Hassan Wadi Al-Zubaidi, Dean of Al-Mussaib Technical College; and a distinguished delegation of deans from the University’s colleges and institutes, including Professor Dr. Bashar Jabbar Hamza, Dean of the Higher Institute for Nanotechnology for Postgraduate Studies; Professor Dr. Angham Jassim Al-Rumaihi, Dean of the Kufa College of Health and Medical Technologies; Assistant Professor Dr. Ali Najah Kadhim, Dean of Babylon Technical Institute; and Professor Dr. Haider Hassan Al-Abdali, Dean of Najaf Technical Institute. The conference also welcomed Dr. Aya Mohamed Rabie, Member of the Board of Trustees of Delta University; Professor Dr. Mohamed Ahmed El-Naggar, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs; Professor Dr. Magda El-Sherbiny, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Dr. Tarek El-Khouly, Vice President for Graduate Studies, Research, International Relations, and International Students; in addition to numerous college deans, faculty members, researchers, and participating delegations representing Egyptian and Iraqi universities and scientific institutions.
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