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Seminar & Workshop Moderation and Coordination

The seminars and workshops I coordinate and moderate are guided by an integrated framework connecting human perception, creative programming, intelligent systems, and multimedia creativity. I select topics that encourage dialogue across these fields, connect theoretical understanding with practical experimentation, and address emerging questions in art, design, and technology. Scholarly dialogue is central to this approach: my role is to organize knowledge, guide discussion, and facilitate the exchange of perspectives and experience. Through continuous learning, collaborative exploration, and practical application, these sessions aim to develop research and professional skills, encourage innovative artistic and design practices, and explore the future of creativity. This framework informs both my in-person and virtual seminars and workshops.

Artificial Intelligence in Design: From Machine Learning to Generative Systems and Vibe Coding

On 25 September 2026, I moderated an online lecture and workshop delivered via Zoom by Dr. Rami Hamadi, Associate Professor and Head of the MA programs in Creative Design and Technology at the University of Southampton, UK. The session explored artificial intelligence in design, covering machine learning, generative systems, and natural-language-driven programming (Vibe Coding).

The event was organized by the Arab Society for Islamic Civilization and Arts in collaboration with the International Foundation for Culture and Arts and the Faculty of Applied Arts at the October 6 University, under the patronage of the League of Islamic Universities.

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Cinematic Creativity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

On 11 September 2026, I moderated an online panel discussion held via Zoom with creative director Firas Alkhuffash, whose film Heir of the Forgotten Forest received five international film awards and three official festival selections and recognitions. The session explored cinematic creativity in the age of artificial intelligence.

The event was organized by the Arab Society for Islamic Civilization and Arts in collaboration with the International Foundation for Culture and Arts and the Faculty of Applied Arts at the October 6 University, under the patronage of the League of Islamic Universities.

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Creative Coding in Graphic Design

On 18 July 2026, I moderated an online discussion held via Zoom with Prof. Dr. Arafat Al-Naim, Dean of the College of Design at the American University in the Emirates and Director of the Emirates International Poster Festival. The session explored creative coding in graphic design.

The event was organized by the Arab Society for Islamic Civilization and Arts in collaboration with the International Foundation for Culture and Arts, under the patronage of the League of Islamic Universities.

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The Sixth Sense in Design

On 30 May 2026, I moderated an online discussion held via Zoom with Prof. Wissam Haddad, Professor of Graphic and Multimedia Design at New Jersey City University, and founder and creative director of the international Poster Stellars competition in the United States. The session explored the sixth sense in design and the creative thinking behind internationally award-winning designs.

The event was organized by the Arab Society for Islamic Civilization and Arts in collaboration with the International Foundation for Culture and Arts, under the patronage of the League of Islamic Universities.

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