Co-Hosted By: eContent Pro Editorial & Publishing Services and IGI Global Scientific Publishing
Sponsored By: Naseej
Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2024
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a disruptive force, reshaping societies and economies worldwide. Through its ignition of new practices, strategies, and ways of thinking, AI is supporting organizations in a variety of ways – from cost reduction to improved decision making.
This webinar will explore the dynamic wave of AI that is revolutionizing industries and societies in the UAE. Panelists will address key issues surrounding responsible utilization, examine current policies and regulations, and discuss controversial applications. Additionally, they will analyze prevailing trends and future opportunities that are poised to continuously reshape the UAE’s social and economic landscape. By identifying both challenges and opportunities, this webinar aims to equip attendees with the knowledge needed to navigate this transformative era effectively.
Featured Panelists
Prof. Muthanna G. Abdul Razzaq, American University in the Emirates, UAE
Prof. Muthanna Abdul Razzaq is a distinguished educationist and leader, holding a PhD in Management Accounting from the University of Manchester. He began his career at the Ministry of Irrigation before moving into academia, serving as Vice President for Financial Affairs at Baghdad University. After stints in Jordan and the UAE, he played a key role in founding Abu Dhabi University (ADU) in 2000, where he held multiple leadership positions, including Vice President for Scientific Research. In 2006, Prof. Razzaq established the American University of the Emirates (AUE), where he currently serves as President and CEO. Under his leadership, AUE has become known for its unique academic programs, including niche areas like Diplomacy, Security Studies, and Equine Studies. He has also initiated impactful projects, such as the Centre for Peace and Conflict Resolution, a Debate Center, and the International Majlis for Women to promote gender equality. An accountant by profession, Prof. Razzaq is recognized for blending administrative and academic expertise, with a strong focus on fostering educational excellence and supporting youth development through innovative initiatives and social movements. Prof. Razzaq’s multi-authored article titled The Dynamic Connectedness Between Environmental Attention and Green Cryptocurrency: Evidence From the COVID-19 Pandemic was published in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s Journal of Organizational and End User Computing (JOEUC).
Prof. Dima Jamali, Canadian University Dubai, UAE
Prof. Dima Jamali is a distinguished thought leader in higher education, currently serving as VP of Academic Affairs at Canadian University Dubai since January 2024. She was previously Dean of the School of Management at the same institution and Dean of the College of Business Administration at the University of Sharjah. Recognized as one of the most admired women in the educational sector by Insights Success Magazine in 2023, Prof. Jamali has over 20 years of academic experience, primarily at the American University of Beirut (AUB), where she achieved the rank of Full Professor and held the Endowed Chair in Responsible Leadership. Her work focuses on sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and Social Entrepreneurship (SE). She is the author/editor of seven books and over 100 international publications, highly cited for their contributions to sustainability in developing countries, particularly the Middle East. Prof. Jamali has been ranked among the top 2% of global scholars in sustainability by Stanford University and has received numerous accolades, including the Aspen Institute Faculty Pioneer Award and the National Council for Scientific Research Excellence Award. In addition to her academic career, she founded and led the UN Global Compact Network Lebanon, promoting sustainability and the SDGs through collaboration with private sector leaders. She has also served as a consultant for the UN, World Bank, USAID, and other organizations, advancing social, humanitarian, and environmental projects across the region. Prof. Jamali holds a PhD in Social Policy and Administration from the University of Kent, along with degrees in Sociology and Public Administration. Prof. Jamali’s co-authored chapter titled A New Chapter in Gulf Cooperation: Saudi Arabia's Role in Reconciling Bahrain and Qatar was published in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s book Innovations and Tactics for 21st Century Diplomacy.
Prof. Jamal Al-Karaki, Zayed University, UAE
Prof. Jamal Al-Karaki is currently a full professor at CIS, Zayed University. He has a prolonged and rich university career in education, service, and research. He holds a Ph.D. degree (with Distinction) in Computer Engineering from Iowa State University, USA, with the Research Excellence Award. He has a proven record of progressive responsibility, including leadership positions as a college Dean, Director of IT, Co-Founder, and Dept. Head at various institutes. He led the development of some national centres in cybersecurity as well as undergraduate and graduate computing programs related to cyber security and AI. As an active researcher, he develops plans to advance the research agenda at CIS. He has Published 100+ refereed technical articles in scholarly international journals and conference proceedings. He is a senior member of IEEE and Tau Beta Pi. He is an affiliate member of the Mohammad Bin Rashid Academy for Scientists in UAE and constantly being listed among the top 2% highly cited researchers in his field worldwide. He holds a plethora of professional certification in the domain of cyber security as well as being certified accreditation reviewer for CAA-UAE, Quality Matters, and Pearson EDI verifier/assessor. Prof. Al-Karaki has participated in many panels to advance cyber security education and capacity building in UAE and beyond. Prof. Al-Karaki research interests covers the wide spectrum of computing and its applications in AI, human life, education, economy, healthcare, Society, Cyber security, among many others. Prof. Al-Karaki’s multi-authored chapter titled Comprehensive Review and Analysis of Network Firewall Rule Analyzers: Enhancing Security Posture and Efficiency was published in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s Redefining Security With Cyber AI.
Prof. Prithvi Bhattacharya, University of Wollongong Dubai, UAE
Prof. Prithvi Bhattacharya is an academic practitioner in the field of Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics. He is currently the Head of the Department of Management Sciences at the School of Business at the University of Wollongong in Dubai. With a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) Degree in Accounting, a Master’s Degree in Information Technology, and a PhD from the University of Melbourne, his body of work lies at the cross section of business and technology. He has worked as a business analyst/consultant for large, reputed organizations like Accenture Australia and the University of Melbourne. He also has almost a decade of University teaching and research experience in Australia and in the UAE. Prof. Bhattacharya’s article titled Strategizing and Innovating with Enterprise Systems: The Case of a Public University was published in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s Journal of Cases on Information Technology (JCIT).
Prof. Rana Tamim, Edubridges, UAE
Prof. Rana Tamim is the Founder and CEO of edubridges. She is a Professor of Educational Technology and the former Dean of the College of Education at Zayed University in the United Arab Emirates, where she also served as Advisor to the Provost. Currently, Prof. Tamim offers graduate courses at OISE, University of Toronto, and the Faculty of Education, Wilfred Laurier University. Her teaching experience spans more than 30 years and includes university instruction and supervision; adult in-service training, and K-12 teaching and coordination in different countries. She has a rich educational leadership experience in different institutions and at different academic levels with extensive skills in national and international program accreditation. Prof. Tamim has an established publication record in top tier peer reviewed journals with a growing outreach as reflected by her more than 8,200 google scholar citations. Her research interests and expertise include knowledge synthesis through systematic reviews for the purpose of informing policies and improving educational practice; with a focus on educational leadership and the impact and role played by digital technologies in enhancing student learning and designing student-centered learning environments. Prof. Tamim’s chapter titled Technology Integration in UAE Schools: Current Status and Way Forward was published in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s K-12 Education: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications.
Prof. Shankar Subramanian Iyer, Westford University College, UAE
Prof. Shankar Subramanian Iyer is an astute and result-oriented engineer, management, and finance expert with nearly two and a half decades of comprehensive techno-commercial experience in sales, marketing, business development, and CRM with profit accountability across various sectors including Engineering, Construction, Mining, Projects, Finance, and Education. Lately, he has been developing program and course curriculum, Quality Assurance for Business, Engineering, and Vocational Courses (KHDA), and assisting in their delivery after receiving approval from the sponsors (Dubai Municipality, Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment, Dubai Electrical and Water Authority, Dubai Road Transport Authority, Dubai Aluminium, Dubai Petroleum and Gas, and Academicians (EDEXCEL). Prof. Shankar Subramanian Iyer has also worked for QAD on TVET Approvals as an Internal Verifier and External Reviewer. His research interests include Blockchain in Education, Data Analysis, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, and Augmented Reality. Prof. Iyer contributed to two multi-authored chapters published by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. The first, Drivers of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, was published in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s Handbook of Research on Designing Sustainable Strategies to Develop Entrepreneurial Intention. The second, Circular Supply Chain Case Studies in Aviation Sustainability, was published in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s Handbook of Research on Designing Sustainable Supply Chains to Achieve a Circular Economy.
Prof. Abeer Al-Najjar, American University of Sharjah, UAE
Prof. Abeer Al-Najjar is an Associate Professor of Media and Journalism Studies at the American University of Sharjah. She served as a Visiting Scholar at the Westminster School of Media, Arts and Design from 2018 to 2019 and was a Visiting Senior Fellow at the LSE Middle East Centre. Prof. Al-Najjar is also an Editorial Board Member for Journalism Studies and The International Journal of Communication. Previously, she held the position of Dean at the Jordan Media Institute. Prof. Al-Najjar earned her PhD from the University of Edinburgh and has published numerous articles and book chapters addressing media, society, and politics. Prof. Al-Najjar’s co-authored article titled Learning Media Ethics in a Multicultural Context: A Student-Centered Perspective was published in IGI Global Scientific Publishing’s International Journal of Teacher Education and Professional Development (IJTEPD).
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