| RASIT Royal Academy of Science International Trust |
| Activities |
RASIT organizes, sponsors and co-sponsors either
independently or in collaboration with key national and
international organizations symposiums, seminars, or
conferences, which carry major themes ranging from
science, technology, education, social sciences and
humanities, to economy, history, culture, and human
rights.
“The Science & Technology Century” discussed how the rapid changes
in science and technology, the large numbers of scientific journals and
how the quick application of such development reversibly affects
societies.
“Discovering the Future” discussed the importance of teaching and
learning from history, which is the beginning of the present and the
future.
“The Free Time” identified the sources of free time that arose with the
advances in technology and the generated problems that could affect
societies.
“Protecting the Environment” discussed whether man understands his
environment and the diverse affect of its damaging on the human body.
“International Tourism in Developing Countries” compared the impact of
scientific and technology advances on the tourism market in the
developed and developing countries.
“Private Sectors and Higher Education” discussed the actual rule of
Private sector and its contribution to improve higher educational
systems in the developing countries.
“Does Education have its Legitimate Status” discussed the problems of
cutting down the educational budgets in developed & developing
countries and its negative impact on societies’ economies.
“Taxation and Scientific Research” indicated the actual need of
governmental tax exemption for companies supporting scientific
researches in developing countries.
“Global Economy and Human Poverty” discussed the side effects of
globalization on solving the problems of food and water.
“Health Economy” discussed the advances in medical technology, the
problems of limited health care budgets, and the need for new
strategies that determine an optimum healthcare with such restricted
resources.
“Nuclear Energy in Developmental Programs” discussed the usage of
nuclear energy in all aspects of life such as medicine, generating
energy etc.
“University Staff & Student Mobility” discussed several issues including
the problems of brain drain from developing to developed countries;
faculty & students exchange programs and the role of Governmental
organizations.
“The Environment and Human Health” discussed the developments in
scientific research; particularly genetic engineering and nuclear
sciences with its impact on the human health. Recommendations to
protect human health by protecting nature were suggested and sent to
policy makers, world leaders and scientists for implementation.
“Sports Education” raised the importance of sports education in
developing human health, ways of thinking and decision making. Case
studies compared between the USA & European athletes and athletes
from developing countries were presented.
“The Two Cultures” discussed the importance of teaching human
literature in scientific curriculum starting from high school level to
university education. Furthermore, the symposium emphasized the
importance of combining the two cultures in (arts & sciences) to
improve the public understanding and awareness of scientific advances.
“Water Resources .. Tourism .. Globalization and Peace” discussed the
political systems of implementing international peace; diverse negative
effect of globalization on developing countries; water resources in the
world and the problems of clean water in Third World Countries; and the
problems of destroying valuable culture to meet the global market of
Tourism.
“The Impact of Science Technology & Mathematics Education on
Developing Societies and their Economies”. Organized in collaboration
with the Commonwealth Association of Science Technology &
Mathematics Educators (CASTME) to discuss the actual roles of
teaching Science Mathematics & Technology and the importance of
investing in its researches for improving the quality of living and
economy.
"Muslim Women in Science: Better Future". Held in collaboration with
the Islamic Organization for Science Education and Culture (ISESCO),
in Morocco under the patronage of HM King Mohammed VI.
"Women in Science". Held in collaboration with UNIC, UNFPA, World
Bank, and UK Medical Research Council.
independently or in collaboration with key national and
international organizations symposiums, seminars, or
conferences, which carry major themes ranging from
science, technology, education, social sciences and
humanities, to economy, history, culture, and human
rights.
“The Science & Technology Century” discussed how the rapid changes
in science and technology, the large numbers of scientific journals and
how the quick application of such development reversibly affects
societies.
“Discovering the Future” discussed the importance of teaching and
learning from history, which is the beginning of the present and the
future.
“The Free Time” identified the sources of free time that arose with the
advances in technology and the generated problems that could affect
societies.
“Protecting the Environment” discussed whether man understands his
environment and the diverse affect of its damaging on the human body.
“International Tourism in Developing Countries” compared the impact of
scientific and technology advances on the tourism market in the
developed and developing countries.
“Private Sectors and Higher Education” discussed the actual rule of
Private sector and its contribution to improve higher educational
systems in the developing countries.
“Does Education have its Legitimate Status” discussed the problems of
cutting down the educational budgets in developed & developing
countries and its negative impact on societies’ economies.
“Taxation and Scientific Research” indicated the actual need of
governmental tax exemption for companies supporting scientific
researches in developing countries.
“Global Economy and Human Poverty” discussed the side effects of
globalization on solving the problems of food and water.
“Health Economy” discussed the advances in medical technology, the
problems of limited health care budgets, and the need for new
strategies that determine an optimum healthcare with such restricted
resources.
“Nuclear Energy in Developmental Programs” discussed the usage of
nuclear energy in all aspects of life such as medicine, generating
energy etc.
“University Staff & Student Mobility” discussed several issues including
the problems of brain drain from developing to developed countries;
faculty & students exchange programs and the role of Governmental
organizations.
“The Environment and Human Health” discussed the developments in
scientific research; particularly genetic engineering and nuclear
sciences with its impact on the human health. Recommendations to
protect human health by protecting nature were suggested and sent to
policy makers, world leaders and scientists for implementation.
“Sports Education” raised the importance of sports education in
developing human health, ways of thinking and decision making. Case
studies compared between the USA & European athletes and athletes
from developing countries were presented.
“The Two Cultures” discussed the importance of teaching human
literature in scientific curriculum starting from high school level to
university education. Furthermore, the symposium emphasized the
importance of combining the two cultures in (arts & sciences) to
improve the public understanding and awareness of scientific advances.
“Water Resources .. Tourism .. Globalization and Peace” discussed the
political systems of implementing international peace; diverse negative
effect of globalization on developing countries; water resources in the
world and the problems of clean water in Third World Countries; and the
problems of destroying valuable culture to meet the global market of
Tourism.
“The Impact of Science Technology & Mathematics Education on
Developing Societies and their Economies”. Organized in collaboration
with the Commonwealth Association of Science Technology &
Mathematics Educators (CASTME) to discuss the actual roles of
teaching Science Mathematics & Technology and the importance of
investing in its researches for improving the quality of living and
economy.
"Muslim Women in Science: Better Future". Held in collaboration with
the Islamic Organization for Science Education and Culture (ISESCO),
in Morocco under the patronage of HM King Mohammed VI.
"Women in Science". Held in collaboration with UNIC, UNFPA, World
Bank, and UK Medical Research Council.
| Seminars & Studies |
“Genetic Engineering .. a benefit or a disaster?”
discussed the value of the advances in genetic
research work and the need for international ethical law
to prevent the misuse of genetic research development.
Women Rights in Science” identified and discussed
the actual problems facing female scientists and the
actual need for female involvement in decision
making.
“Understanding Science” discussed the actual need to
make scientific studies more relevant to the
requirements of each country and its population.
“Human Rights and International Justice”
“Preparing Teachers” discussed the need to improve
the teachers’ skills in teaching and transferring
information to students.
“Children’s Rights .. Future Requirements” discussed
the need for new strategies to raise and deal with
children.
“The Ethics of Science” discussed in general the
ethical issues that should be applied to science, the
responsibilities of scientists in society, what is the role
of science in modern civilization, public image of
science, and how can science strengthen & preserve
human rights.
"Charitable work.. to where?" Emphasized the ethical
status of charitable work with Highlighting on the large
numbers of charities and the increased human poverty
in the recent years.
"Impact of Scientific Research on Improving Women’s
Health". Held at the United Nations Headquarter, New
York City; in collaboration with the LAM Foundation and
UNFPA. Emphasized the importance of scientific
research and non-profit making organizations efforts in
identifying disorders affecting women only, improving
women’s life while finding a cure.
“Information Technology and Communication skills”
discussed roles of information technology as a
communication tool to improve transfer of recent
advances in science & technology to narrow the gap
between countries.
“Redefining Educational Systems” discussed the
educational systems worldwide from elementary to
high school level & University education, and the need
to improve & develop educational curriculum to
societies needs.
Private Sectors and female Science Education”
discussed the actual rule of Private sector and its
contribution to encourage and promote Female
Science higher educational.
" Arab Women in Science: a Path to Leadership".
Discussed the real situation of Arab women in Science
living in Western Countries, and their role in improving
the situation of women in science in Arab States.
"Women in Science and Society". Celebrating
International Women's Day. Emphasized the role of
women in building societies.
"Iraqi Women in Science: Past Present and Future".
Revealed the actual situation of Iraqi women in general
and Iraqi women professionals whether refugees or
living in Iraq.
discussed the value of the advances in genetic
research work and the need for international ethical law
to prevent the misuse of genetic research development.
Women Rights in Science” identified and discussed
the actual problems facing female scientists and the
actual need for female involvement in decision
making.
“Understanding Science” discussed the actual need to
make scientific studies more relevant to the
requirements of each country and its population.
“Human Rights and International Justice”
“Preparing Teachers” discussed the need to improve
the teachers’ skills in teaching and transferring
information to students.
“Children’s Rights .. Future Requirements” discussed
the need for new strategies to raise and deal with
children.
“The Ethics of Science” discussed in general the
ethical issues that should be applied to science, the
responsibilities of scientists in society, what is the role
of science in modern civilization, public image of
science, and how can science strengthen & preserve
human rights.
"Charitable work.. to where?" Emphasized the ethical
status of charitable work with Highlighting on the large
numbers of charities and the increased human poverty
in the recent years.
"Impact of Scientific Research on Improving Women’s
Health". Held at the United Nations Headquarter, New
York City; in collaboration with the LAM Foundation and
UNFPA. Emphasized the importance of scientific
research and non-profit making organizations efforts in
identifying disorders affecting women only, improving
women’s life while finding a cure.
“Information Technology and Communication skills”
discussed roles of information technology as a
communication tool to improve transfer of recent
advances in science & technology to narrow the gap
between countries.
“Redefining Educational Systems” discussed the
educational systems worldwide from elementary to
high school level & University education, and the need
to improve & develop educational curriculum to
societies needs.
Private Sectors and female Science Education”
discussed the actual rule of Private sector and its
contribution to encourage and promote Female
Science higher educational.
" Arab Women in Science: a Path to Leadership".
Discussed the real situation of Arab women in Science
living in Western Countries, and their role in improving
the situation of women in science in Arab States.
"Women in Science and Society". Celebrating
International Women's Day. Emphasized the role of
women in building societies.
"Iraqi Women in Science: Past Present and Future".
Revealed the actual situation of Iraqi women in general
and Iraqi women professionals whether refugees or
living in Iraq.
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