France Names Serageldin a Knight of the French Legion of Honor

On behalf of the President of France, French Ambassador to Egypt, Mr. Jean Felix-Pagnon, decorated Serageldin with the insignia of Knight of the French Legion of Honor, in recognition of his outstanding role as visionary and humanist, as promoter of Franco-Egyptian cooperation, as ardent advocate of the dialogue of civilizations, and in admiration of the brilliant success of the New Library of Alexandria, as a place for the promotion of human rights, tolerance, pluralism, science, and dialogue between cultures.

Serageldin Co-chairs UNEP Meeting in Santa Barbara

Over the next three days, Serageldin will be co-chairing the third meeting of the International Panel for Sustainable Resource Management, of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), together with Ernst Ulrich Von Weizsäcker, Dean of Donald Bren School of Environmental Science and Management, University of California.

Ibn Jazla

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Ibn Jazla, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Ibn Juljul

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Ibn Juljul, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Idrisi

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Idrisi, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Khwarizmi

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Khwarizmi, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Du Papyrus au PDF: La Renaissance de la Bibliotheca Alexandrina

- Mexico

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Du Papyrus au PDF: La Renaissance de la Bibliotheca Alexandrina” in Mexico.

From Papyrus to PDF: The Rebirth of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina

- Mexico

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “From Papyrus to PDF: The Rebirth of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina” in Mexico.

Serageldin Appointed as Alliance of Civilizations Ambassador

On behalf of United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, President Jorge Sampaio, UNSG High Representative of the Alliance of Civilizations (and former president of Portugal), informed Serageldin of his appointment as Alliance of Civilizations Ambassador. Established in 2005, at the initiative of the Governments of Spain and Turkey, under the auspices of the United Nations, the Alliance aims to improve understanding across cultures and religions and to counter the influence of extremism and its threat to world peace.

TWAS Meetings and Celebrations in Mexico

Serageldin is attending the 25th Anniversary Celebration of The Academy of Sciences in the Developing World (TWAS), as TWAS Vice President for the Arab World. A series of Jubilee Lectures will be given by eminent scientists and Nobel Laureates at the celebration meetings.

A Candid Exchange of Japan-Arab Views

As head of the Egyptian delegation of the Japan-Arab Dialogue Forum, Serageldin will once again join the members of the forum for their 6th annual meeting. The first Japan-Arab Dialogue Forum was held in Tokyo in September 2003, and annually brings together delegations from Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Japan for a candid exchange of views.

Islamic Civilization and Science

- Alexandria

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Islamic Civilization and Science” at the Library of Alexandria.

Cairo Opera House Ceremony

Strengthening Dialogue in the West Asia and North Africa Region

Serageldin joined the members of the international senior advisory board of West Asia North Africa (WANA) for their first board meeting. The WANA process has been launched by His Royal Highness Prince El Hassan bin Talal of Jordan, with the support of the Nippon Foundation, in order to stimulate and strengthen regional dialogue in the West Asia and North Africa region.

At the Frontiers of Science

- Amman, Jordan

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “At the Frontiers of Science” in Amman, Jordan.

Serageldin Signs Cooperation Agreement with Shoman Foundation in Amman

Serageldin signed a cooperation agreement between the BA and the Abdul Hameed Shoman Foundation, to support and enhance scientific research and creativity in the Arab World. Founded in 1978 by Arab Bank, the foundation supports scientific research, cultural dialogue and open access to knowledge.

Introduction to Economics

The Global Credit Crisis

The Global Credit Crisis

- Alexandria

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “The Global Credit Crisis” at the Library of Alexandria.

Biofuels . . . A Double Threat

At the Fifth Annual Meeting of the Science and Technology in Society (STS) forum, Serageldin chaired a plenary session discussing Biofuels and their Potential Effect on Food Production and the Environment. This years meeting was held under the themes Harmony with Nature and How is Information and Communication Technology Affecting Humankind?.

Serageldin Signs Cooperation Agreement with United Nations University

In a symposium held at the United Nations University , the Japan consortium on the Library of Alexandria was launched with the aim to promote multicultural communication and coexistence. On this occasion, Serageldin delivered a keynote speech entitled From Papyrus to PDF: The Rebirth of the Library of Alexandria.

Believe in the Beauty of Your Dreams

- Baku, Azerbaijan

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Believe in the Beauty of Your Dreams” in Baku, Azerbaijan.

YES 2008 Youth, Environment & Sustainability

- Baku, Azerbaijan

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “YES 2008 Youth, Environment & Sustainability” in Baku, Azerbaijan.

YES 2008 Moving Towards Sustainability

- Baku, Azerbaijan

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “YES 2008 Moving Towards Sustainability” in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Youth-Led Development for New Tomorrows

- Baku, Azerbaijan

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Youth-Led Development for New Tomorrows” in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Serageldin Accompanies First Lady of Egypt to YES Summit in Azerbaijan

Following YES Alexandria 2002, YES Mexico 2004 and YES Kenya 2006, the Youth Employment Summit (YES) was this time held in Baku, Azerbaijan under the joint patronage of Mrs. Suzanne Mubarak, First Lady of Egypt, and Mrs. Mehriban Aliyeva, First Lady of Azerbaijan.

Addressing the Challenges and Opportunities of Globalization

Serageldin is one of 120 delegates participating in the Global Creative Leadership Summit taking place over a three day period. The delegates include heads of State, Nobel Prize winners, global CEO’s and technology experts. The Summit addresses the challenges and opportunities of globalization and explores ways for greater cultural understanding and tolerance.

Reaching Hands Across the Mediterranean

Serageldin will be attending a board meeting of the Center for Hellenistic Studies to discuss its forthcoming inauguration. As of November 2008, the Library of Alexandria will host a Center for Hellenistic Studies which will teach history, philosophy, literature and fine arts and will collaborate with the University of Alexandria to confer master’s and doctoral degrees.

Radio Interview with Serageldin at Wellcome Trust

A radio interview was held with Serageldin at Wellcome Trust on the topic of a major digitization project encompassing the Trust’s unique collection of archives, manuscripts, rare books and visual materials relating to both ancient and modern Egypt. A joint proposal had earlier this year been reached by Serageldin and Wellcome Trust for this important project. A range of meetings and discussions were held during Serageldin’s visit, as well as viewings of original items of the digitization project.

Serageldin Interviewed for a Documentary on Human Rights

The Mediterraid Association held an interview with Serageldin on the occasion of the 60th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on 18 December 2008. The interview will be used in a documentary to be screened in Brussels in celebration of this occasion. In the interview, Serageldin discussed the role of culture in supporting and consolidating human rights, in addition to the history of the Ancient Library of Alexandria, its revival, and its role as beacon for culture and a forum for dialogue and understanding between people.

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Ibn Khaldun

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Ibn Khaldun, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Dawud al-Antaki

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Dawud al-Antaki, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Ibn Hawqal

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Ibn Hawqal, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Ibn Manzur

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Ibn Manzur, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Ibn Zuhr

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Ibn Zuhr, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Ibn Sidah

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Ibn Sidah, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Abu'l-Hasan al-Uqlidisi

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Abu'l-Hasan al-Uqlidisi, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Farghānī

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Farghānī, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Jahiz

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Jahiz, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Ghazali

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Ghazali, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Mawardi

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Mawardi, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Maqrizi

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Maqrizi, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Qalqashandi

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Qalqashandi, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Zamakhshari

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Zamakhshari, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Zarqālī

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Zarqālī, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Jābir ibn Hayyān

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Jābir ibn Hayyān, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Mahmoud Al-Falaki

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Mahmoud Al-Falaki, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Mimar Sinan

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Mimar Sinan, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.

Al-Majusi

Dr. Serageldin introduces the achievements of Islamic civilization in different fields of science and knowledge. In this episode, he presents Al-Majusi, one of the renowned scholars from the Islamic Renaissance period.