Topic: Open-Source Digital Infrastructure for Syrian Universities.

Assistant Professor in the Accounting Department (specializing in Accounting Information Systems) at the Faculty of Economics, Tishreen University (Latakia). She has a distinguished academic and administrative career, having served as Head of the Financial Markets Department and Director of the Technical Institute for Financial and Banking Sciences (2013). Her scholarly and research output focuses on digital transformation, information systems, and distance learning. She has authored numerous university textbooks and published research papers. She possesses extensive experience in teaching and digital learning at Syrian public, private, and virtual universities, in addition to supervising and examining master's theses. She developed her technical skills early on with a systems analysis course in Japan (2003), and her passion for keeping pace with technology culminated in a diploma in "Future Makers in Artificial Intelligence" in 2026.

Ahed Abedrabuh is the founder and CEO of Mizan Testing & Calibration with its founding partner, MEC. Ahed worked for 15 years in the field of test and measurement and calibration.

Topic: Control and Intelligent Transportation Systems Education with the Cyber-Physical Mobility Lab.

Topic: Digital Platforms to Reinforce Learning.

Dr.-Ing. Marwan Hassani is an Associate Professor (from September 2026) at the University of Wuppertal, Germany, where he leads the Scalable Machine Learning for Data and Processes research group. Previously, he was an Assistant Professor at the Process Analytics Group, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), the Netherlands, and a postdoctoral researcher at RWTH Aachen University. His research focuses on data mining, process mining, stream data mining, and scalable machine learning for large-scale and real-time data analytics. He has secured funding for personal research projects, European collaborative research projects, and industry-funded projects. He has co-authored more than 90 scientific publications and actively serves as an organizer, program committee member, and reviewer for leading international conferences and journals.

- Faculty member at Latakia University, Faculty of Economics, Department of Business Administration, specializing in Intellectual Capital Management. - Instructor of Operations Research (3rd year) - Economics - General Education - Latakia University, 2022-2023/Present. - Instructor of Operations Research (4th year Finance + 3rd year Insurance) - Economics - Open Education - Latakia University, 2022-2023/Present. - Instructor of Organizational Management (4th year) - Information Engineering - Latakia University, 2024-2025/Present. - Instructor of Project Management (5th year) - Information Engineering - Latakia University, 2021-2022/Present. - Instructor of Marketing and Quality (5th year) - Information Engineering - Latakia University, 2021-2022/Present. - Instructor for the Project Management course (Master's level) – National Institute of Public Administration – Latakia University, 2022-2023/2024. - Instructor for the Administrative Leadership and Motivation course (Master's level) – National Institute of Public Administration – Latakia University, 2024-2025. - Instructor for the Quantitative Methods in Management course (Master's level) – Faculty of Economics – Business Administration – Latakia University, 2023-2024/Present. - Instructor for the Informatics (1+2) course at the Institute of Business Administration and Marketing – Latakia University, 2019-2020, 2020-2021, 2021-2022, 2022-2023. - Supervising and training over 600 postgraduate students in Syria regarding search engines, scientific websites, how to access scientific research, and assisting them in obtaining it, from 2014 to the present. He manages the "Scientific Researcher's Guide" Facebook page. I have several published research papers in the fields of intellectual capital, artificial intelligence, e-learning, and faculty practices in motivation and skills development.

I am a Syrian academic and researcher specializing in economics, economic planning, economic development, and human capital. I hold a PhD in Economics and Planning from Latakia University, Syria, my doctoral research focused on the determinants of human capital mobility and its role in the development of selected Arab economies. I have experience in university teaching, doctoral course management, curriculum development, academic assessment, and student support. She has taught several courses in economics, statistics, management skills, human resource management, logistics service quality, and occupational health and safety. Her research interests include human capital, economic development, labor markets, education economics, institutional development, and digital transformation in education and organizations. I published a number of academic studies in peer-reviewed university journals and I have participated in scientific conferences and research activities.my academic work combines quantitative analysis, econometric methods, and applied research in development economics and human capital.

Prof. Moutasem Shafaamry is a professor and Dean of the Faculty of Informatics and Communication Engineering at Yarmouk Private University in Syria. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science (Cryptology and Network Security) from Dublin City University. His career is marked by extensive leadership in academic administration, including roles as Dean, Head of Department, and General Manager of e-learning systems at various Syrian institutions. He has been deeply involved in developing university policies, plans, and research activities. As a security expert, he consults on cybersecurity policy review, audit, and testing, with research specializations in network security, cloud security, and e-government security.

Topic: Gamified Cybersecurity Education: Using Capture-the-Flag Competitions.

Ph.D. in Automatic Control and Computer Engineering. Specialization: Cybersecurity for SCADA Systems Dean of the Applied Faculty, Hama University. Head of the Computer Technology Department, Applied Faculty. Head of the Technology Transfer Office (TTO), Hama University

Topic: Lessons learned from the Turkish experience in scientific research and technology localization.

Topic: Localising the Future: A Postgraduate‑to‑Industry Pipeline for High‑Tech Sector Creation.

Mazen is a senior technical leader specialising in system integration, Agile and client‑centred delivery, and product ownership. He currently serves as an Integration Project Chief at Capgemini Engineering, where he oversees cross‑functional integration activities in the automotive and production line sectors. Before moving into industry leadership roles, he was a Junior Assistant Professor at the University of Bologna and previously taught at the Arab International University. Mazen holds a Ph.D. in Electronics, Telecommunications, and Information Technology Engineering from the University of Bologna and an M.Sc. with Distinction in Communication Systems and Signal Processing from the University of Bristol. His background bridges academia and industry, combining deep technical expertise with practical delivery and problem‑solving experience.

Dr. Arch. Alaa J. Kadi is an architect, researcher, and innovation leader specializing in digital transformation, artificial intelligence applications, smart cities, and entrepreneurship. He has contributed to numerous academic, professional, and community initiatives that bridge architecture, technology, and sustainable development. Dr. Kadi is actively involved in promoting AI adoption, innovation ecosystems, startup incubation, and capacity-building programs across the region. His work focuses on leveraging emerging technologies to support urban development, education, research, and institutional transformation.

Topic: From Knowledge to Impact: Empowering Syria’s Digital Future.

Dr. Noura Hakmi Hama, Syria Qualifications - Ph.D. in Education, University of Homs, with Honors, 2018. - M.A. in Education, Faculty of Education, 2016. - M.Sc. in Mathematics, Faculty of Science, 2013. - Educational Qualification Diploma, 2008. Academic and Professional Positions - Assistant Professor at the University. - Former Dean of the Faculty of Education, Hama University. - Former Editor-in-Chief of the Hama University Journal. - Head of the Human Resources and Administrative Development Department at the Quality Assurance Center, Hama University. - Lecturer at both Hama University and the University of Homs. - Scientific Reviewer for several local and international academic journals. Professional Activities - Participant in numerous academic conferences and educational workshops. - Academic Consultant at Al-Bayan Model Schools. - Trainer for various educational and professional institutions. Research and Publications - Author of 13 scientific research papers published in local, Arab, and international journals.

Dr. Mazen Salous is a Senior AI Researcher and Founder of MozaicAI, with a PhD in Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Adaptive Systems. His work spans Human-Centered AI, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Large Language Models, and Explainable AI, with a strong focus on real-world applications. He currently leads and contributes to international research and innovation projects in accessibility, digital participation, and intelligent decision support, while bridging academic research and industrial AI solutions through MozaicAI.

Workshop Title: Building Custom AI Assistants for Higher Education: From Concept to Practice

Dr. Fadi Amroush is a consultant, lecturer, and researcher specializing in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and behavioral economics, with more than twenty years of academic and professional experience. He holds a PhD in Economics and Business from the University of Granada in Spain, as well as master’s degrees in Economics and Informatics Engineering, with academic and research interests spanning artificial intelligence, decision-support systems, and human behavior in decision-making contexts. Dr. Amroush has worked as a consultant and lecturer with a wide range of international, regional, and corporate institutions, including the United Nations, Google, Meta, and several public and private sector organizations across the Gulf region. His work focuses on digital transformation strategies, generative AI applications, prompt engineering, blockchain technologies, behavioral intervention design, and institutional performance improvement. He has designed and delivered large-scale advisory and training programs for tens of thousands of Arabic-speaking participants in areas such as digital marketing, behavioral economics, artificial intelligence, productivity, content creation, and freelancing. He has also contributed to academic research and publications in artificial intelligence, behavioral economics, decision-support systems, blockchain, and digital education. Workshop Title: Using AI in Learning: Hands-on Tools and Vibe Coding for Education

Workshop Title: DoRemoXy: An Open Platform for Hardware Sharing Toward Remote Laboratories

Workshop Title: Designing Successful Digital Transformation Projects (Strategy, Business Models, KPIs)

Mustafa Farhat is a Senior Systems and Network Administrator at Linnaeus University in Sweden, bringing more than 18 years of experience in enterprise IT infrastructure, network security, and data center operations. He is responsible for managing and supporting complex, high-availability, multi-site environments, ensuring stability, performance, and security across critical academic systems. His work includes the administration of large-scale platforms such as Learning Management Systems (LMS), where he focuses on maintaining reliable access for students, faculty, and staff. With a strong emphasis on resilient architecture, Mustafa specializes in designing and operating secure hybrid infrastructures that support uninterrupted digital services and academic continuity at scale. Workshop Title: Digital Platform for Education Management