Forum Discussions on How Biofuel Subsidies Drive Food-Price Inflation

Serageldin hosted a forum organized by the Global Subsidiaries Initiative (GSI) and the InterPress News Agency, entitled Fuelling Hunger in the Middle East. The forum brought together senior media representatives from throughout the Middle East with international trade negotiators and policy-makers from Europe and North America, to examine the key drivers of escalating food cost around the world.

Dr.Ismail Serageldin Closing Speech of BioVision Alexandria 2008 Conference

From Promises to Practice: A Call to Action

- Remarks at the Closing Session of the BioVision, Alexandria, Egypt

Under the banner of “From Promises to Practice” we met and we shared our knowledge and pooled our experience… and now, three days and 40 sessions later, reflecting on 150 presentations, and our countless discussions, what have we achieved?

A Clarion Call

At the closing session of Fourth BioVisionAlexandria, Serageldin addressed his audience with a fervent and urgent call for action: “I issue a clarion call for us to indeed stop pining for the promises of tomorrow and start changing the practices of today”. Serageldin pointed out that the meeting had specifically focused on the need for action “ in the domains of food and hunger; public health and private medicine; environment and economy”.

Keynote: Success Stories in the DECs and Lessons for the Future

From Promises To Practice : Rising To The Challenges Of The Twenty First

Fifth Anniversary BA Film

Nobel Round Table of BioVision Alexandria 2008

BioVisionAlexandria 2008 Under Theme “From Promises to Practice”

Serageldin inaugurated the Fourth BioVisionAlexandria , From Promises to Practice. BioVision Alexandria alternates every second year with the World Life Sciences Forum, BioVision, Lyon. This year three Nobel laureates attended. At the inaugural session there were a number of eminent speakers: Philippe Desmarescaux, Chairman, World Life Sciences Forum; Koji Omi, Former Japanese Minister of State for Science and Technology Policy (Japan)....

Barley to the Rescue!

- Alexandria, Egypt

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled "Barley to the Rescue!".

Feed, Food and Fuel Discussed at Barley Genetics Syposium

Hosting the 10th International Barley Genetics Symposium at the BA, Serageldin discussed Feed, Food and Fuel in his address, pointing out that they have come to present major challenges in agriculture . He emphasized the need for genetic research to meet these challenges. The Symposium was jointly organized by the BA and the International Center for Agricultural Research in Dry Areas (INCARDA)...

Golden Anniversary Celebration of Al-Arabi Magazine

Serageldin hosted a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Kuwaiti magazine Al-Arabi. Together with HE Sheik Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah, Kuwaiti Minister of Information, Serageldin inaugurated a round-table discussion on the future of Al-Arabi. Arab literary and media figures participated in the discussion. The Kuwaiti Minister of Information thanked Serageldin for hosting the celebration, and expressed appreciation of the role of the BA in issuing a special publication, Al-Arabi- Diwan of Arab Culture Catalogue, on this occasion.

Bio-Info-Nano-Technology (BINT): Convergence at the Frontiers of Science

- Alexandria, Egypt

The Linked Futures of North and South Regions of the Mediterranean

In The Mediterranean Facing the Stakes of the 21st Century meeting, held by the Institute of Prospective Economics of the Greater Mediterranean (IPEMed) , where international political personalities gathered to discuss the issue of Mediterranean integration, Serageldin called for dialogue and cooperation between the North and South regions. He focused on three domains where such cooperation is essential: 1...

A Call for Arab Participation in Technological Advances

In a lecture entitled Technological Advances in the World, delivered at the Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies, Serageldin spoke of the tremendous advances taking place daily in science and technology, and called on the Arab world to participate in these immense leaps in development, as producers rather than as users. He was welcomed in Riyadh by HRH Prince Turki Bin Abdul Aziz and Prince Salman Bin Abdul Aziz, Governor of Riyadh.

A Call for Education and Innovation Among Youth

In a speech at AUC about youth, entrepreneurship and the developing world, Ismail Serageldin argued that Egyptian youth have the potential to place the country on the global technology roadmap. “Can we do it? Yes we can!” Serageldin said. “Our youth may look weak and vulnerable, but working together we will surprise you. Working together, we’ll put Egypt back on top of the world.”

Serageldin Speaks on Modernization and Cultural Identity in Islam

Ismail Serageldin explored architectural and artistic expressions, past and present, in the Muslim world in his lecture on ‘Modernization and Cultural Identity in Islam’ at the Institute of Ismaili Studies. Beginning with an overview of the fractured state of the contemporary global landscape...

Embracing The Knowledge Society -- The Milad Al-Nabi Lecture For 2008

- London

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Embracing The Knowledge Society -- The Milad Al-Nabi Lecture For 2008” in London.

Born Digital: Egypt's New Bibliotheca Alexandrina

- Rome

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Born Digital: Egypt's New Bibliotheca Alexandrina” in Rome.

BA and TIG Join Together to Empower Youth and Promote Cross-Cultural Dialogue

The BA signed an important Memorandum of Understanding, forming a partnership with TakingITGlobal (TIG) in Canada, to engage youth from Canada and the MENA region in cross-cultural dialogue as well as support youth-led development, through the “Youth for Change” program. The “Youth for Change” pilot project will focus on no less than 6 priority countries from the Arab World, to achieve its objectives through several project components.

The Universities of Tomorrow

- Cairo University, Egypt

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “The Universities of Tomorrow” at the Library of Alexandria.

Cairo University Honors Serageldin

Cairo University is honoring Serageldin as part of its centennial celebration. Serageldin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Cairo University. The University will present a short documentary on Serageldin and a welcome speech by the University President will then follow. Also during the celebration, Serageldin will speak about his days as a student at Cairo University and his vision for the future of the University.

Part Three : Humans,Robots and the Future

Part One : Where did our computers come from

Part Two The Search for Artificial Intelligence

Computers and Artificial Intelligence, A three part series - Part 1: Where did our computers come from?

- Alexandria

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Computers and Artificial Intelligence, A three part series - Part 1: Where did our computers come from?” in the Library of Alexandria.

Computers and Artificial Intelligence, A three part series - Part 2: The Search for Artificial Intelligence

- Alexandria

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Computers and Artificial Intelligence, A three part series - Part 2: The Search for Artificial Intelligence” in the Library of Alexandria.

Computers and Artificial Intelligence, A three part series - Part 3: Humans, Robots And The Future

- Alexandria

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Computers and Artificial Intelligence, A three part series - Part 3: Humans, Robots And The Future” in the Library of Alexandria.

3Fs+3Cs: Food, Feed & Fuel + Climate Change

- Alexandria, Egypt

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “3Fs + 2Cs: Food, Feed & Fuel + Climate Change” at the Library of Alexandria.

Freedom to Innovate: Biotechnology in Africa’s Development

 Co-authors Ismail Serageldin and Calestous Juma    Download

Freedom to Innovate: Biotechnology in Africa’s Development (French edition)

 Calestous Juma and Ismail Serageldin    Download

Water for a Growing Planet

 Ismail Serageldin & Ehsan Masood (Co-editors)    Download

مكتبة الإسكندرية من البناء الى العمل

 إسماعيل سراج الدين    Download

Serageldin Awarded Two Honorary Doctorates from Azerbaijan

During his first visit to Azerbaijan, Ismail Serageldin received two Honorary Doctorates in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the development of society and for special achievements in science and education. The two universities from which Serageldin received the Honorary Doctorates are Khazar University and Azerbaijan State Economic University.

President of Azerbaijan Receives Serageldin in Baku

H.E. President lham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, received Ismail Serageldin in his office at the Presidential palace in Baku. The meeting discussed the development of relations in the spheres of science and education between Azerbaijan and Egypt as well as the forthcoming Youth Employment Summit that is to be held in Azerbaijan in 2008.

Serageldin Meets with the First Lady of Azerbaijan

Ismail Serageldin met with H.E. Mrs. Mehriban Aliyeva, First Lady of Azerbaijan and President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, to discuss the Youth Employment Summit (YES) that is to be held in Azerbaijan in 2008. Mrs. Aliyeva expressed her support to YES and wished the conference every success.

Historic Cities Jewels of the Past, Springboards to the Future

- Azerbaijan

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “Historic Cities Jewels of the Past, Springboards to the Future” in Azerbaijan.

Challenges of Managing Water Resources Sustainably: Solutions for the New Millennium based on Human Solidarity

I have been asked to address Cultural diversity. But before I sketch out some of these challenges and suggest some questions for our consideration, I want to bring in a viewpoint that has not been sufficiently heard in these proceedings to this moment.

The Challenges of Cultural Diversity

- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

I have been asked to address Cultural diversity. But before I sketch out some of these challenges and suggest some questions for our consideration, I want to bring in a viewpoint that has not been sufficiently heard in these proceedings to this moment.

The Impact of Modern Times on Modern Egypt

- Berlin

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “The Impact of Modern Times on Modern Egypt” in Berlin.

Press Conference of Inaugural Mo Ibrahim Prize

The Mo Ibrahim Prize Ceremony

- Remarks on the Occasion of The Mo Ibrahim Prize Ceremony at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt

Welcome to Egypt and to the New Library of Alexandria. It is a pleasure to welcome such eminent guests to our Bibliotheca Alexandrina, dedicated to the values of freedom of expression, mutual respect, openness, rationality, dialogue and learning. Values that are essential to promote good governance, tolerance and a humane society.

BA Hosts First Mo Ibrahim Prize Ceremony

President Joaquim Chissano, the former President of Mozambique, has accepted the inaugural Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership from Kofi Annan, the former Secretary General of the United Nations, at a ceremony at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. At the opening of the ceremony, Serageldin welcomed the guests to Alexandria and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and lauded Mo Ibrahim’s efforts in promoting good governance and leadership in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Closing Session and Press Conference of Japan-Arab Conference

Reporting Session of Japan-Arab Conference

Japan - Arab Dialogue Forum

- Fifth Session, Alexandria, Egypt

The Japan-Arab Dialogue Forum was set up as an informal means to explore ideas and strengthen cooperation between Japan and the Arab world for the benefit of all parties involved. The first meeting of the Japan Arab Dialogue Forum was held in Tokyo in September 2003.

Serageldin Chairs Fifth Session of the Japan-Arab Dialogue Forum

The delegations of Japan, Saudi Arabia and Egypt convened for the fifth session of the Japan-Arab Dialogue Forum and have reviewed three topics: the political situation, avenues for economic cooperation and the promotion of the Japan-Arab cultural dialogue. On each of these topics, the parties reviewed possibilities and candidly shared views and analyses, hopes and concerns.

Copyright Talk at Carnegie Mellon

At the third International Conference on Universal Digital Library (ICUDL), Ismail Serageldin delivered a lucid presentation on intellectual property rights in the digital age and why copyright laws must change. The presentation was very well received and generated a lot of questions from the audience.

NSF Advisory Committee Meeting

The advisory committee for International Science and Engineering of which Serageldin is a member convened for a one-day meeting at the National Science Foundation.

A Tribute To Hassan Fathy

- Egypt

Dr. Serageldin delivered this presentation entitled “A Tribute To Hassan Fathy” in the Library of Alexandria.