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ISLAMABAD, Dec 23 (APP): The two-day 27th IEEE International Conference on Multi-Topic (INMIC 2025) at Riphah International University kicked off here on Tuesday, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to advancing research, innovation, and academic collaboration in emerging areas of computing and technology.
The conference was formally inaugurated by Prof. Dr. Anis Ahmed, Vice Chancellor of Riphah International University, who highlighted the importance of interdisciplinary research and the role of academic institutions in addressing global technological challenges.
The event was honored by the presence of distinguished Guests of Honor, including Prof. Dr. Khalid Malik from the University of Michigan–Flint, USA, and Prof. Dr. Syed Irfan Hyder, Vice Chancellor of Salim Habib University, Karachi. Their participation added significant academic and international value to the conference.
The opening remarks were delivered by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Zubair, who emphasized the critical role of technology in a dynamic, multicultural global environment and stressed the need for collaborative research to address complex societal challenges.
The conference featured keynote addresses by renowned scholars, including Dr. Mohamed Wiem Mkaouer (University of Michigan–Flint, USA) and Prof. Dr. Bernard J. Jansen (Water Computing Research Institute), who shared valuable insights into current trends and future directions in computing and artificial intelligence.
In addition, Prof. Dr. Nosherwan Shoaib, Chair of the IEEE Islamabad Section, delivered a special talk focusing on AI-driven technological transformations and their growing impact on the global digital landscape.
A dedicated panel discussion titled “Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and Challenges” was also held, featuring Prof. Saad Naeem Zafar, Prof. Dr. Yasir Ayyaz, and Prof. Dr. Naveed Ikram as panelists.
The session provided an engaging platform for discussion on the practical implications, ethical considerations, and future prospects of artificial intelligence.