On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, a distinguished scientific seminar was held in the VIP Hall at Cihan University–Erbil, focusing on the design and development of a robot utilizing artificial intelligence technologies.
During the seminar, Assistant Lecturer Adil Hussein from the Department of Informatics and Software Engineering presented his innovative project — an intelligent robot capable of voice interaction and communication in three languages: Kurdish, Arabic, and English. This achievement represents a significant step toward integrating artificial intelligence into educational and service-oriented applications.
The presentation included a detailed explanation of the project’s technical and programming stages, along with the training process of the robot’s linguistic model to recognize voices, understand commands, and respond appropriately.
Assistant Lecturer Adil Hussein also highlighted the significance of this invention, emphasizing that it offers a practical and comprehensive solution to numerous challenges in applied fields.
This was followed by another seminar held on the same day by Nazho Nahro, a fourth-year student from the same department, titled “Cybersecurity and Modern Challenges in Protecting Digital Systems,” under the supervision of Assistant Professor Ghassan A. QasMarrogy.
The seminar addressed the importance of cybersecurity in the digital era, the most common types of cyberattacks, and the modern tools and technologies used to protect digital infrastructures.
On (22/6/2026), as part of the ongoing development, awareness, and cultural activities of the Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation, a specialized seminar was organized under the title: “Understanding Antimicrobial Resistance: Causes, Mechanisms, and Prevention”.
The seminar was presented by Mr. (Sherwan Hussein Darwish), Head of the Clinical Biochemistry and Medical Microbiology Department.
Key Highlights of the Seminar:
Proper definition and understanding of antimicrobial resistance.
Identifying the scientific causes and mechanisms driving the development of this phenomenon.
Scientific methods and prevention strategies to mitigate its risks to society.
On June 22, 2026, as part of the awareness and general culture activities organized by the Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, a seminar was held titled:
“Working in Private Universities: Rights, Duties, and Professional Responsibility”
The seminar was delivered by Assistant Professor Dr. Reber Hussein Yousif, Head of the Law Department at the university.
The session explored the legal dimensions of employment in private higher education, detailing the rights and duties of faculty and staff. It also highlighted how to regulate administrative and legal relations between individuals and academic institutions to reinforce proper governance principles.
On June 27, 2026, as part of its ongoing programs for capacity building and community service, the Zakat Al-elm Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok organized a distinguished specialized seminar titled “Body Language,” aimed at the university’s academic faculty and administrative staff.
The seminar was presented by Mr. Idris Hassan, a specialist in teaching methods, body language etiquette, and a certified international trainer.
During the seminar, the speaker covered several main and detailed topics, most notably:
Within the activities of (Zakat Al-Ilm) foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, and in the presence of faculty members and staff, a seminar was delivered by Mr. (Ammar Jassim Ahmed)a lecturer in the Department of Law, in titled “Conflict and International Law” on July 1, 2026.
Key Points:
🔹 Defining the concept of international conflict and its legal frameworks.
🔹 Analyzing the role of international law in regulating and mitigating conflicts.
🔹 Presenting legal mechanisms for protecting human rights during crises
On June 22, 2026, and within the framework of the awareness and general culture activities of the (Zakat Al-Ilm) Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, a seminar was conducted under the title:
“?How to read laboratory results”, presented by Ms. (Helin Mustafa Haji), the Rapporteur of the Anesthesia Department at Cihan University-Duhok.
The seminar focused on the correct methods for reading and understanding medical laboratory test results. It highlighted the key indicators in medical reports to enhance public health awareness, explaining how to differentiate between normal and abnormal ranges and their implications for general health status.
On June 27, 2026, as part of the (Zakat Al-Ilm) community awareness activities at Cihan University-Duhok, a seminar was delivered by Prof. Dr. (Ismail Ababkr), an expert in Personal Status Law, titled: “Common Errors in Society (Problems, Causes, Solutions).”
📌 Key Axes of the Seminar:
🔹 Identifying widespread errors and issues within the community.
🔹 Analyzing the root causes of these behaviors from social and legal perspectives.
🔹 Proposing practical solutions to foster a healthier and more aware society.
On September 10, 2026, under the slogan “Zakat of Knowledge is Our Duty,” the Zakat Al-Ilm Organization, in coordination with Cihan Institute of Erbil, organized a seminar delivered by Prof. Dr. Karim Sharif Qarachatan titled: “Building a Modern Pedagogical Relationship Between Teachers and Students.” The event was held in the hall of Cihan Institute for the institute’s faculty and students, in the presence of Dr. Ali Karim Al-Zamin, Administrative Director of the Zakat Al-Ilm Organization, and Mr. Hiwa Mohammed, Director of Cihan Institute. During the session, he discussed the role of teachers and effective ways of engaging with students, concluding the seminar with an open Q&A session for the attendees.
On June 30, 2026, as a continuation of the activities and services of the (Zakat Al-Ilm) foundation at Cihan University-Duhok for community awareness and development, and in the presence of a number of faculty members and staff, a distinctive seminar was presented by Mr. (Abdulaziz Muhsin Barzani) on “The Sense of Responsibility in Society.”
Key Topics of the Seminar:
– Defining the concept of a sense of responsibility and its significance for both individuals and community development.
– Analyzing the role of the individual in facing challenges and committing to daily and social duties.
– Proposing effective solutions and methods to foster a spirit of responsibility toward building a healthier and more conscious society.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, as part of the framework and plan of the Zakat Al-elm Foundation program at Cihan University-Duhok, a training course titled “Occupational Conflict Management“ was launched, presented by the University President, Prof. Dr. Zeravan Abdulmuhsin Asaad.
The course witnessed active and distinguished participation from faculty members and university staff. It highlighted several important themes regarding mechanisms for handling and managing workplace conflicts, alongside discussions on various examples, methods, and patterns of occupational conflict.
In conclusion, the floor was opened for discussion and dialogue, where professors and staff contributed valuable opinions and insights that significantly enriched the session.
