Sharjah 24: Under the esteemed patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS), the inaugural Sharjah International Conference on AI & Linguistics (SICAL) will take place on October 17–18, 2024.
The groundbreaking event, hosted by the American University of Sharjah in partnership with Emirates Scholar Centre for Research and Studies – subsidiary of Emirates Science and Research Foundation, will focus on the profound impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on language and global communication.
SICAL will host over 50 distinguished speakers and industry leaders, including prominent figures like Salem bin Khalid Al Qassimi, UAE Minister of Culture; Dr. Ahmed Fouad Hanno, Egyptian Minister of Culture; Dr. Ashraf El-Shihy, Former Egyptian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific research; Ambassador Lorenzo Fanara, Ambassador of Italy to the UAE; and Imed Zitouni, Director of Engineering at Google. These experts will explore how AI, particularly Natural Language Processing (NLP), is revolutionizing communication, reshaping linguistic studies, and driving global collaboration.
As AI continues to disrupt traditional forms of communication, the Sharjah International Conference on AI & Linguistics offers a unique platform for scholars, industry leaders, and policymakers to come together and discuss the future of language in the digital age. This conference aims to foster collaboration and innovation, exploring AI's role in enhancing global communication while respecting and preserving cultural and linguistic diversity.
The conference will feature over a dozen keynote speeches and panel discussions. Topics will cover various critical issues, from AI’s impact on governmental language policies to its role in preserving cultural identities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
The Sharjah International Conference on Artificial Intelligence and Linguistics (SICAL 2024) proudly announces its distinguished sponsors for this year’s event. Shurooq has been named the Government Strategic Partner, while the Riad T. Al Sadek Fund joins as the Exclusive Platinum Sponsor, Geminos Group as the Exclusive Technology Partner, Gulf Business Machines (GBM) has committed as a Gold Sponsor, and Cite Scholar as another Gold Sponsor. The Sharjah Museums Authority will graciously host the Gala Dinner, providing an unparalleled cultural experience for the attendees.
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