International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade
"United Nations (UN) General Assembly Resolution 62/122 that established the…
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A speech by Professor Salim Al-Hassani on the occasion of the “Generation’s 2023 Innovation Fair”, Pakistan
We were honoured to host Prof. Salim Al-Hassani to address…
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Islam, Astronomy & Arabic Print Exhibition at Middle Temple Library
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R&D Lessons from Muslim Civilisation
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Forward by HRH Prince Charles, now HM King Charles III, to the 1001 Inventions Book
Forward by HRH Prince Charles, now HM King Charles III,…
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Celebrate Chemistry Week with 1001 Inventions in Manchester
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MACFEST Event: Medicine in the Middle East with Dr Peter Pormann
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The Mis-Interpreted Age of Civilisation
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In Conversation: Who Owns Science?
On 11 February 2020 an event entitled " In Conversation:…
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British Museum: “Inspired by the East…” Art Exhibition 10 October 2019 – 26 January 2020
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theguardian.com: Irish translation of Ibn Sīna discovered!
A 15th-century vellum manuscript of the writing of the revered…
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Manchester Science Festival to Feature Family Event on Ibn Al-Haytham
1001 Inventions Celebrates Ibn Al-Haytham at Manchester’s Iconic Central Library
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6th International Congress on History of Medicine in Muslim Heritage
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Contributions to Science, Technology and Civilisation: A lecture for U3A
On Wednesday 25 April 2018, The University of the Third…
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1001 Cures Book launch at The Royal Society in London during the British Science Week
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World Muslim Women’s Summit & Exhibition WISE 2018 Istanbul
The World Muslim Women's Summit & Exhibition WISE 2018 was…
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FSTC Launch of 1001 Cures Book
To mark the launch of 1001 Cures: Contributions in Medicine…
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Introduction to Turkish Motifs in Ottoman Times
On 13 and 14 January 2018 Ashfia Ashrif, Manchester based…
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Oxford Museum of the History of Science Online Al-Mizan Exhibition
The Oxford Museum of the History of Science launched an…
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New Annotated Reference (Text Only) Edition of 1001 Inventions Book
New Annotated Reference (Text Only) Edition of 1001 Inventions: The…
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Science and Engineering in the Islamic Heritage Symposium
“Science and Engineering in the Islamic Heritage”, a Symposium organised…
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Rethinking and Rebuilding Social Cohesion: Engaging Young Syrian Refugees Project
On Saturday 1st July 2017, the Foundation for Science, Technology,…
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Scholarship, Science & Technology in Sub-Saharan Africa: Pre-Islamic to Islamic Era
On Friday 11 August 2017, the Foundation for Science, Technology…
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“1001 Inventions and The World Of Ibn Al-Haytham” Film Released
The film is part of a global educational campaign launched…
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1001 Inventions New Children’s Book Selected as Best Biography
Junior Library Guild Honours National Geographic Readers Book on Ibn…
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Professors Al -Hassani and Professor Abattouy awarded prestigious King Abdullah’s Award for Translation
The annual King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz International Award for Translation…
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18 April, International Day for Monuments and Sites
Every year on 18 April, UNESCO celebrates the “International Day…
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1st International Symposium Mediterranean Continuities: Material and spiritual paths
MOHA is organizing, an international symposium called: ‘Mediterranean Continuities: Material…
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National Geographic and 1001 Inventions Publish “Ibn al-Haytham” Children’s Book
"Ibn al-Haytham: The Man Who Discovered How We See" releasing…
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Allah’s Automata – A Review of the Exhibition
Reflections on: A New Exhibition on Artifacts of the Arab/Islamic…
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A Fascinating Journey of Clocks in Muslim Civilisation
On 22-23 October 2015, the “3rd International conference on History…
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Jordan conference explores Schools and Learning Institutions in Muslim Civilisation
In order to popularise the diverse history of science. The…
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UNESCO: The Islamic Golden Age of Science for today’s knowledge-based society
From the 14th to 15th September 2015, UNESCO representatives, worldwide…
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President of FSTC at the Annual “Avicenna Studienwerk” Summer Academy, Osnabrück, Germany
On Monday 31st August, 2015, Professor Salim Al-Hassani, President of…
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President of FSTC at Edinburgh Arab Festival
1001 Inventions Versus 1001 Nights: Keynote Speech, by Emeritus Prof.…
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Announcement: On New FSTC Historiography
The Foundation for Science, Technology, and Civilisation (FSTC) now seeks…
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The International Year of Light Sheds Light on the Dark Ages
The UNESCO International Year of Light and Light-Based Technologies is…
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Professor Devin Stewart: The Fihrist of Ibn al-Nadīm and the Transmission of Knowledge in the Islamic World
On Wednesday 22nd April, a public lecture exploring “The Fihrist…
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On 23 April the World Celebrates the Book
World Book Day or World Book and Copyright Day is…
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World Health Day 7th April: Muslim Heritage in Medicine
World Health Day is celebrated on 7th April each year…
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EuroNews.com: Brussels exhibition highlights Ottoman influence
"The Sultan’s World exhibition runs in Brussels until 31 May…
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FSTC at Second International Conference in Sharjah
FSTC and CE4tF are very pleased to have participated in…
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FSTC President delivers speech at Turkish Innovation Week
President of FSTC, Professor Salim Al-Hassani, was invited to take…
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BSA presents prestigious award to Dr Anne-Maria Brennan
The British Science Association (BSA) awarded Dr Anne-Maria Brennan with…
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Women of Science and Management in History June 2014
The two day workshop, which took place on the 24th…
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Dialogue of Civilisations: From Ancient Maya to the Islamic world
As a means to explore ancient civilisations contributions to modern…
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Breaking News: FSTC to host Women of Science workshop, June 2014
The two day workshop, 24th and 25th June 2014
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Lessons from the past: science and rationalism in medieval Islam
In a bid to shed light on the often overlooked…
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Conference on “Astrolabes in Medieval Cultures” at the Warburg Institute in London (24-25 April 2014)
In the frame of the research project ‘Astrolabes in medieval…
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President of FSTC with Dick and Dom in “Absolute Genius” CBBC Programme
Scholar, inventor, mechanical engineer, craftsman and artist Al-Jazari featured on…
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President of FSTC makes waves at AINAC 2013
Professor Salim Al-Hassani, President of the Foundation for Science, Technology…
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Professor Jim Al-Khalili: The Forgotten Legacy of Arabic Science
Jim Al-Khalili is a British theoretical nuclear physicist, professor at…
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21st Century World Summit on Child Education
Professor Salim T S Al-Hassani, President of The Foundation for…
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Breaking the Frontiers of Science
In which era were classification of animals, world maps, medical…
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Women of Science, Medicine and Management, Istanbul
by Ayshah Ismail The Foundation for Science Technology and Civilisation…
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“Islamic science: Inventions that changed the World” Lecture by Prof El-Gomati at BSA
British Science Association Tayside & Fife Branch, Free Public Lecture…
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“Inventions that changed the World” Lecture by FSTC Chairman
British Science Association Tayside & Fife Branch, Free Public Lecture…
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FSTC Contributes to the ICHSTM 2013 in Manchester
In July 2013, Manchester is the venue of the 24th…
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FSTC Chairman Won Services to Science & Engineering Award
Professor Mohamed El-Gomati OBE, Chairman of the Foundation for Science…
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Arabic Manuscript Day: a Cultural Festival
The Institute of Arabic Manuscripts in Cairo, in cooperation with…
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The Mirror of Health: Discovering Medicine in the Golden Age of Islam, 1 May to 25 October 2013
RCP Exhibition, London, UK - The Mirror of Health: Discovering…
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Importance of Culture in Ecological Dialogue
Professor Al-Hassani addressed in a keynote lecture the 16th Eurasian…
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The History of Islamic Science in the 23rd International Congress of History of Science
The International Union of History and Philosophy of Science organised…
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In Japan: Dr Almansour Lectures on 1000 years of Inventions and Innovations
On December 7, 2011, Dr Ahmad Almansour presented a lecture…
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Illuminating the Dark Ages: The Role and Contribution of Muslim Civilisation
National Conference for Islam and Medicine (NCIM): Abstract talk at…
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FSTC President at Vienna ISV Day
President of the Foundation for Science Technology and Civilisation (FSTC)…
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Exploring the Cultural Roots of Science for Social Change
Exploring the Cultural Roots of Science for Social Change
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Lecture on Timbuktu Manuscripts at Al-Furqan Foundation
Al-Furqan Islamic Heritage Foundation organizes on Wednesday 6th March 2013,…
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FSTC President at the WSIE 2012 Conferences in Boston
In late September 2012, Professor Salim Al-Hassani, President of FSTC,…
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President of FSTC at AINAC in Abu Dhabi
Professor Salim Al-Hassani, President of the Foundation for Science, Technology…
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Professor Rabie E. Abdel-Halim’s Lectures
In 2012, FSTC members contributed to several activities by publishing…
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One of the 500 Most Influential Muslims
The recently released third edition (2010-2011) of The 500 Most…
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Turkish-American TV: Interview with President of FSTC
Interview with Prof. Salim Al-Hassani at 1001 Inventions Exhibition in…
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The York Society of Engineers: A Lecture by FSTC Chairman, 6th December, York, UK
Upcoming Lecture by Prof. Mohamed El-Gomati, Chairman of FSTC, at…
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Professor Qasim Al-Samarrai Lecture on the The Edition of Arabic Manuscripts
On Wednesday 28th November 2012, Al-Furqan Islamic Heritage Foundation in…
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British Prime Minister David Cameron in Dar Al-Hekma College, Jeddah
British Prime Minister David Cameron, who arrived in Jeddah on…
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National Geographic Live!: Salim Al-Hassani Lecture
President of FSTC Professor Salim Al-Hassani's Lecture at National Geographic…
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Lectures on Islamic Medicine at RCP, London
Lectures on Islamic Medicine at the Royal College of Physicians…
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Queen Honours the FSTC Chairman, Professor Mohamed El-Gomati
Professor Mohamed El-Gomati, recently appointed Chairman of the Foundation for…
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Science in Arabic Poetry: FSTC Explores a New Face of Muslim Heritage
On December 12, 2011, The heritage of science in Arabic…
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Islamic Development Bank 2012 Prizes for Science and Technology
In recognition of the crucial role of Science and Technology…
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The Royal Society: European Discovery of Arabic Culture
This public lecture was organised jointly by the Royal Society…
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FSTC Chairman at Uniday, Germany
Professor Salim T S Al-Hassani, Chairman of the Foundation for…
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‘Arabick Roots’ of science and medicine exhibition
Sheikha Mozah and FSTC at Royal launch in London
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Proceedings of the Muslim Heritage Awareness Group Meeting
The Muslim Heritage Awareness Group (MHAG), a network of supporters…
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“We are the source of world’s many inventions”: Meeting of MHANT in Marmara University
"Muslim Heritage Awareness Network of Turkey's (MHANT) second meeting, which…
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Bringing Back Golden Age of Science and Innovation
Mr Zakri Abdul Hamid reflects in this article the thoughts…
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Muslim Heritage and Cultural Roots of Science – Lecture by Professor Salim Al-Hassani at Newcastle
On Monday 9 March 2011, Professor Salim Al-Hassani, Chairman of…
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Muslim Heritage Awareness Network Turkey (MHANT) is Established
On Friday 1st October 2010, thirty Turkish academics and public…
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FSTC and Khalifa University to create interactive Science Heritage Centre in UAE
Khalifa University (KU) and the Foundation for Science, Technology and…
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Rebuttal by the FSTC to Edward Rothstein’s Article
Rebuttal by the Foundation for Science Technology and Civilisation to…
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FSTC Renews Scientific Contacts with Aleppo University
Professor Salim Al-Hassani, Chairman of FSTC, has visited the University…
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Uncovering A Thousand Years of Science and Technology
The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) published in September 2010…
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The Next Golden Age? Using History to Inspire Science Today
[Proceedings of the conference 1001 Inventions: Muslim Heritage in Our…
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Statement of Professor Jim Al-Khalili in the Opening Session
[Proceedings of the conference 1001 Inventions: Muslim Heritage in Our…
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1001 inventions: Cultural Routes of Science for Cultural Inter-Appreciation
On 2nd June 2010, Professor Salim Al-Hassani lectured in Bristol,…
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Academic Conference: ‘1001 Inventions: Muslim Heritage in Our World’
On 25th and 26th May 2010 the Foundation for Science,…
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Statement of HE Professor Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu in the Opening Session
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Proceedings of the Academic Conference 1001 Inventions: Muslim Heritage in Our World
25-26 May 2010, FSTC organised the high profile academic conference…
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Professor Ihsanoglu Lecture on Science in the Muslim World
On June 21, 2011, Professor Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu, the Secretary General…
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1001 Inventions: A Conference to Celebrate the International Launch
This academic meeting will be held on the occasion of…
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Bettany Hughes Presents New Radio and TV Shows
Bettany Hughes is an advisor to the Foundation for Science,…
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1001 Inventions Introduction Film
On the occasion of the launch of 1001 Inventions Exhibition…
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“Science for All” Report Released
Science-based organisations and Government need to make greater efforts to…
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Dr Ian Griffin Receives a NOYCE Fellowship in 2009
Dr Ian Griffin Receives a NOYCE Fellowship in 2009
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Abdel-Wahed El-Wakil or the Triumph of the Islamic Architectural Style
Abdel-Wahed El-Wakil is one of the leading voices in contemporary…
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FSTC in the British Science Festival in Surrey
FSTC in the British Science Festival in Surrey
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1001 Inventions Book Continues its Way in the Media: Two Recent Reviews
In the following, we republish two recent and very elogious…
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MHAG Meeting at the Royal Society, London
Meeting of the Muslim Heritage Awareness Group (MHAG) in London
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Muslims and The Frontiers of Knowledge in the 21st Century
Muslims and The Frontiers of Knowledge in the 21st Century
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Celebrating an Ottoman Intellectual: 2009 Year of Kâtip Çelebi
Kâtip Çelebi was arguably the most important Ottoman intellectual figure…
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The Muslim Heritage Awareness Group Meeting (24 March 2009, Royal Society, London)
The Muslim Heritage Awareness Group (MHAG), a think tank and…
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Muslim Heritage Shines at Qatar through Ancient Wisdom Exhibition
FSTC and Muslim Heritage Consulting (MHC) took part in the…
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The Ninth Annual Ceremony Recognises the Very Best of British Muslim Achievements
The ninth Annual Ceremony for The Muslim News Awards for…
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1001 Inventions vs. 1001 nights
Professor Rafid Al-Khaddar, Head of Construction and Civil Engineering Department…
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Okasha El-Daly Lectures at Leeds on Muslim Heritage in Our World
The Leeds University Islamic Awareness Week organised by students, invited…
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Homage to Professor Salim Al-Hassani in Al-Ithinainiya Literary Forum in Jeddah
On 2 February 2009 Professor Salim Al-Hassani, Chairman of the…
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Remembering the Language of History and Science: When the World Spoke Arabic
Two shows are expected to be broadcast on BBC Four…
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News: Representing Islam and Muslims in the Media: An Academic Debate
In 5-6 September 2008 the Universities of Manchester and Surrey…
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Intercultural Dialogue at the General Assembly of the United Nations
In 12-13 November 2008, the United Nations organised in New…
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Muslim Heritage in our World: Social Cohesion (1001 Inventions in UK Parliament)
Report on a conference launching the 1001 Inventions Exhibition at…
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Professor Roshdi Rashed: Promoting Science-based Cultural Dialogue among Civilizations
Text of the Lecture of Professor Roshdi Rashed in the…
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Muslim Heritage in Our World: Social Cohesion
London Conference tackles 1000 years of amnesia of Muslim science…
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Muslim Heritage: A Scholarly Perspective
FSTC Research Associate Kaleem Hussain delivered on 17th April 2008…
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Medieval Islamic Medicine by Peter E. Pormann and Emilie Savage-Smith
Figure 1. The cover pages of the “Medieval Islamic…
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Learning from the Past to Design the Future
The seat of the World Bank in Paris hosted on…
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Muslim Heritage in the World Conference on Intellectual Capital
In the frame of the forthcoming of The World Conference…
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Cultural Understanding through Science Project
Cultural Understanding is "Recognising that modern science has its roots…
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Presentation on The Muslims’ Great Contributions
Prof. Salim Al Hassani, a Muslim Scholar and the chief…
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Muslim Heritage in the Knowledge-Economy Conference in Jeddah
During "The First Regional Conference on the Knowledge Economy" in…
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The First Regional Event on Knowledge-Based Economy
The Arabian Knowledge Economy Association organises "The First Regional Conference…
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New Lectures at Thinktank, Birmingham’s Museum of Science
1001 Inventions: Discover the Muslim Heritage in Our World launched…
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Lecture: Great Men and Women of Science in Muslim Heritage
Evening lecture with Professor Salim Al-Hassani. Tuesday 21 November 2006,…
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In Appreciation of FSTC
Emeritus Professor Durward J Cruickshank, Fellow of Royal Society and…
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MSIM Presentation
Professor Salim Al-Hassani's highly visual and compelling presentation will assess…
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