Prestigious International Multidisciplinary Conference

Tishk International University proudly hosted the 2025 International Conference on Synergizing Health, AI, and Pedagogical Excellence & Enterprise (SHAPE 2025) from December 15-16, 2025 at its Erbil campus in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. This landmark inaugural event served as a dynamic platform to examine and discuss the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence across three critical sectors: Health, Education, and Finance.

International Collaboration and Organization

Organized Jointly By:

  • Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq

  • University of Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom

  • University of Bradford, Bradford, United Kingdom

International Steering Committee:

  • Prof. Majid Al-Taee, University of Liverpool, UK

  • Dr. Waleed Al-Nuaimy, University of Liverpool, UK

  • Prof. Rami Qahwaji, University of Bradford, UK

  • Prof. Kasim Mousa Al-Aubidy, Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq

General Conference Chairs:

  • Dr. Mehmet Ozdemir, Academic Vice President, TIU, Erbil, Iraq

  • Prof. Dr. Kasim Mousa Al-Aubidy, Director, AI Center, TIU, Erbil, Iraq

Distinguished Scientific Committee

The conference featured an internationally renowned scientific committee representing institutions from Australia, UAE, Canada, UK, USA, Jordan, Oman, Tunisia, and Iraq, ensuring rigorous academic standards and diverse perspectives.

Local Organizing Committee

A dedicated local committee from Tishk International University managed conference logistics and operations, including representatives from the Mechatronics Department, Research Center, Quality Assurance, and Presidency Offices.

Conference Sponsorship

Sponsored By:

  • Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq

  • Harlem Group, Erbil, Iraq

  • Iraqi Private Banks League, Iraq

  • University of Al-Hamdaniya, Mosul, Iraq

  • Arab International Foundation for Education Development, Jordan

Conference Themes and Topics

1. Artificial Intelligence Technologies

  • Frontier research in ML, LLMs, and novel architecture

  • Applied AI with cross-sector impact

2. Health and Wellbeing

  • AI in diagnostics, prevention and care

  • Mental health and public wellbeing

  • Smart personalized healthcare solutions

3. Education Transformation

  • AI-resilient teaching and assessment

  • Generative AI for learning

  • AI skills for future-ready students

4. Finance and Business Innovation

  • AI-driven financial forecasting, trading, and predictive analytics

  • Fraud detection and cybersecurity solutions

  • AI for sustainable environment, social and governance practices

International Participation and Academic Rigor

SHAPE 2025 received dozens of high-quality submissions from 14 countries worldwide, including Iraq, Jordan, Oman, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, UAE, Australia, France, Iran, Cyprus, Malaysia, Portugal, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Following rigorous peer-review with each paper evaluated by at least two experts, the committee accepted 35 outstanding contributions, with 30 presented across seven scientific sessions and the remainder featured during plenary sessions and keynote talks.

Publication and Academic Impact

A selection of presented contributions will be invited for extension and further peer review, with potential publication as book chapters with an indexed publisher to amplify their academic impact and reach.

Conference Objectives and Distinctive Features

SHAPE 2025 was designed not only to showcase cutting-edge research and innovative AI applications but also to foster meaningful connections, stimulate fresh ideas, and shape future collaborations among diverse stakeholders. The conference emphasized interactive dialogue, knowledge exchange, and relationship-building through keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions that bridged academic, professional, and policy perspectives.

This inaugural conference successfully created a vibrant ecosystem encouraging collaboration, inspiring innovation, and contributing to shaping a smarter, more sustainable future through the responsible development and application of artificial intelligence technologies.

 

Keywords: SHAPE 2025, International Conference, Artificial Intelligence, Health Technology, Educational Innovation, Financial AI, Multidisciplinary Research, Academic Collaboration