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The Department of Religion and Media at IRIB University is holding a National Conference on Religion, Culture, and New Media to be held in the Iranian cities of Qom and Tehran. Scheduled for May 1–2, 2024, the conference will be conducted as an official academic event. All accepted papers will be indexed in Civilica and the National Content Consortium, allowing participants to benefit from formal academic recognition and certification upon presentation.<h3>Conference Themes</h3>The conference will address a wide range of interdisciplinary topics, including:<ul><li>Religion, culture, and media systems&nbsp;</li><li>Religion, globalization, and new media&nbsp;</li><li>Religion and media aesthetics&nbsp;</li><li>The language of religion and new media discourse&nbsp;</li><li>Digital religion and emerging media&nbsp;</li><li>Methodologies in religious and media studies&nbsp;</li><li>Culture, governance, and new media&nbsp;</li><li>Media, subcultures, and cultural dialogue&nbsp;</li><li>New media, family, and lifestyle&nbsp;</li><li>Religious identity, justice-seeking, and new media&nbsp;</li><li>Religion and content formats in new media&nbsp;</li><li>Metaphor and allegory in new media&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities and challenges of religion in new media&nbsp;</li><li>Ethical challenges of religion’s presence in new media&nbsp;</li><li>Legal challenges of religion’s presence in new media&nbsp;</li><li>Media arts and the popularization of religion&nbsp;</li><li>Religion, new media, and environmental challenges&nbsp;</li><li>Regulation of new media and digital governance&nbsp;</li><li>Culture and futures studies of new media&nbsp;</li><li>Cognitive sciences, religion, and new media&nbsp;</li><li>Artificial intelligence, religion, and new media&nbsp;</li><li>New media and the rearticulation of the Islamic Revolution&nbsp;</li><li>Religion and emerging aesthetic diversities&nbsp;</li></ul><h3>Important Dates</h3><ul><li>Conference dates: May 1–2, 2024&nbsp;</li><li>Abstract submission deadline: December 23, 2023&nbsp;</li><li>Full paper submission deadline: February 9, 2024&nbsp;</li><li>Conference year: 2024&nbsp;</li><li>National Conference ID: RCNM01&nbsp;</li></ul>Source: <a href="https://en.civilica.com/l/137820">National Conference on Religion, Culture and New Media</a>

The National Conference on Religion, Culture, and New Media is set to be held in Qom and Tehran in May 2024 by IRIB University

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National Conference on Religion and New Media Announced

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The event is presented within the framework of the International Research Conference and organized through WASET (World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology). The International Research Conference is a federated organization that brings together diverse scholarly events within its conference programmes, providing a forum for academic, student, and industry research communities.<h3 style="margin-left:auto;">Conference Objectives</h3>ICPPS 2027 aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers, research scholars, practitioners, and educators to exchange experiences and research findings on all aspects of philosophy, psychology, and spirituality.The conference offers an interdisciplinary platform for presenting and discussing recent innovations, emerging trends, current concerns, practical challenges, and adopted solutions in these fields. Prospective contributors are invited to submit research abstracts, full papers, and e-posters addressing the conference themes. Original and unpublished conceptual, constructive, empirical, experimental, and theoretical research contributions are welcome.<h3 style="margin-left:auto;">Peer Review and Publication Opportunities</h3>According to the organizer, all submitted papers will undergo blind peer review by three competent reviewers. The peer-reviewed conference proceedings are announced for indexing in databases including the Open Science Index, Google Scholar, Semantic Scholar, Zenodo, BASE, WorldCat, and Sherpa/RoMEO.Selected high-impact full-text papers may also be considered for publication in a special journal issue on Philosophy, Psychology and Spirituality. Selection will be based on peer-review reports and the assessment of the Guest Editors and Editor-in-Chief. Selected papers are intended to be published online free of charge.<h3 style="margin-left:auto;">Important Dates</h3><figure class="table"><table><thead><tr><th>Item</th><th>Date</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Abstracts / Full-Text Paper Submission Deadline</td><td>August 26, 2026</td></tr><tr><td>Notification of Acceptance / Rejection</td><td>September 16, 2026</td></tr><tr><td>Final Paper (Camera-Ready) Submission &amp; Early Bird Registration Deadline</td><td>March 16, 2027</td></tr><tr><td>Conference Dates</td><td>April 8–9, 2027</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>&nbsp;

The 21st International Conference on Philosophy, Psychology and Spirituality (ICPPS 2027) will be held on April 8–9, 2027, in Cape Town, South Africa.

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21st International Conference on Philosophy, Psychology and Spirituality

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A new artificial intelligence model has uncovered part of the hidden code that controls human gene activation.Researchers say precise activation of tens of thousands of genes is essential for healthy growth and development. Specialized regions of DNA help coordinate the genetic sequences that produce enzymes, hormones, proteins and other vital components that support cell structure and function. When these genes do not activate properly, cells may malfunction and contribute to disorders, including cancer.To better understand the DNA sequences that make gene activation possible, scientists at the University of California, San Diego focused on a key part of DNA known as the promoter. This region contains the instructions where coded genetic information is first translated into functional products.In the new study, the researchers used high-throughput DNA sequencing to measure gene expression activity across nearly 500,000 different promoter variants. They then applied machine learning to build an AI model capable of decoding promoter DNA patterns. Once the promoter identity was revealed, the team was able to search for recognizable sequences and found that about 60 percent of human genes contain promoters.The discovery could help researchers predict the effects of DNA mutations linked to promoter-related disorders. The data and models from the study may also be used to design synthetic promoters, DNA sequences that switch genes on and off with customized functions.The work marks another step forward in combining experiments and artificial intelligence to decode the information stored in human DNA. With a complete AI model of the gene expression code, scientists could eventually predict gene activity across different individuals. The new promoter model covers only one small but important part of that system, but researchers say it may help pave the way for broader AI models built on the human gene expression code.Source: <a href="https://www.isna.ir/news/1405060100118">ISNA</a>

A new AI model has decoded promoter DNA, helping scientists better predict gene activity, mutations and future synthetic gene design.

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AI Reveals Hidden Code Behind Gene Activation

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OpenAI is introducing a dedicated version of ChatGPT for teenagers, with new safety features designed to reduce the chatbot’s ability to appear human-like.According to reports by ISNA and the BBC, the new measures will apply to users under 18. For newly created teen accounts, OpenAI will disable ChatGPT’s human-sounding voice response feature in an effort to limit the technology’s ability to imitate human interaction.The teen-focused version will also encourage users to stop using the chatbot when necessary. It will remind them that ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence system and that it can wait, rather than creating pressure for continuous interaction.OpenAI said the decision was not made in response to a specific incident involving children believing that ChatGPT is alive. However, the company acknowledged growing concerns that people may become convinced that AI tools possess consciousness.Last year, Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft’s AI chief, said that apparently conscious AI products kept him awake at night because of his concerns about their impact on society.In other areas, OpenAI’s approach appears to reflect features already developed for teen accounts by major social media platforms. In a post introducing the teen version of ChatGPT, the company said that teenagers’ use of AI should be supported by safeguards appropriate to their stage of development, strengthen real-world relationships and promote healthy use over time.According to the company, teen accounts will be enabled by default for users who identify themselves as teenagers during registration, as well as for individuals whom OpenAI determines to be under 18. The company did not provide further details about how it would identify these users.Children under the age of 13 are not permitted to use ChatGPT.&nbsp;

OpenAI is introducing new safety features for users under 18, including limits on human-like voice responses and reminders that ChatGPT is an AI system.

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ChatGPT Introduces a Dedicated Version for Teens

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The 25th Annual International Conference on Islam, Science, and Society (AICIS+) 2026 will take place under the theme “Revitalizing Islamic Civilization for Sustainable Life: Local Heritage, Technological Innovation, and Human Flourishing” from 17 to 20 in Cirebon, West Java, Indonesia.AICIS+ is one of Indonesia’s leading academic forums in Islamic studies and related interdisciplinary fields. The 2026 edition will cover a wide range of sub-themes, including Islamic thought, Qur’anic and Hadith studies, artificial intelligence and digital ethics, inclusive governance and peacebuilding, ecology and sustainability, Islamic economics and halal innovation, public health and bioethics, education and youth leadership, scientific and technological transformation, and Nusantara heritage Religious Affairs of the Republic conference is organized by the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, which has developed AICIS as a scholarly tradition since 2000 within Indonesia’s Islamic Religious Higher Education Institutions (PTKI). The official host for the 2026 edition is UIN Siber Syekh Nurjati Cirebon.According to the official timeline, abstract submission is ongoing from 10 to 30 August 2026, followed by review, announcement of accepted abstracts, full paper submission, and the main conference sessions in November 2026.Registration and abstract submission are handled through the official conference website:<a href="https://aicis.uinssc.ac.id">https://aicis.uinssc.ac.id</a>

The 25th Annual International Conference on Islam, Science, and Society (AICIS+) 2026 will take place under the theme “Revitalizing Islamic Civilizationز

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25th AICIS+ 2026 to Be Held in Indonesia

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The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence in medical education and healthcare has raised concerns about its potential impact on the independent reasoning and clinical decision-making skills of future doctors.AI tools can quickly provide information about symptoms, drug interactions, possible diagnoses, and treatment guidelines. They can also reduce physicians’ workloads and improve access to medical knowledge. However, experts warn that excessive reliance on these systems could prevent medical students from developing essential skills in diagnosis and patient care.Traditionally, students were expected to assess symptoms, consider possible diagnoses and identify risks before receiving feedback. This process, including mistakes and corrections, helped them understand their limitations and strengthen their clinical reasoning. AI can now complete many of these steps within seconds, potentially allowing students to obtain an answer without learning the reasoning process behind it.This may create serious problems in real-world clinical settings, where physicians must evaluate incomplete information, weigh competing possibilities and question an AI recommendation when necessary. Medical AI systems are not always reliable, and research published in Nature Medicine has indicated that some tools may be less dependable than users expect. Doctors who become accustomed to relying on ready-made answers may therefore find it more difficult to identify inaccurate or incomplete results.Experts emphasize that these concerns do not amount to opposition to AI in medicine. Instead, they argue that the technology should support—not replace—the student’s thinking process. Students could first conduct their own assessment, identify a preliminary diagnosis and consider potential warning signs before consulting an AI system. They could then compare the system’s response with their own evaluation and examine any errors or omissions.International research also points to a gap between physicians’ positive views of AI and their actual use of the technology. A study involving 1,049 doctors from 50 countries found that 86.5 percent reported basic to advanced familiarity with AI, while 80.2 percent believed it could improve medical practice. Yet only 27.8 percent said they had used AI professionally, and just 17.7 percent had received formal training.Physicians viewed improved productivity, faster service delivery and more effective care as the main benefits of AI. At the same time, limited formal training and insufficient investment by healthcare institutions were identified as major barriers. Doctors who had received formal AI training were more than three times as likely to use the technology, while those working in facilities equipped with AI systems were more than eight times as likely to do so.The growing use of AI has also created questions about legal responsibility when the technology makes a mistake. If an AI system provides an incorrect diagnosis or treatment recommendation and a patient is harmed, responsibility may be disputed among the physician, healthcare provider and technology developer.In the United Kingdom, the Medical Defence Union has warned that doctors and the National Health Service could face medical negligence claims resulting from AI-related errors, even when the immediate decision was generated by an AI tool. The issue has become increasingly important as AI is used to analyze medical images, summarize doctor–patient conversations and prepare clinical correspondence.Experts say clear rules on responsibility are essential to protect patients and maintain public trust. The doctors of the future will need not only to use AI effectively, but also to assess the reliability of its recommendations and preserve their own professional judgment.Source: <a href="https://www.isna.ir/news/1405060100118/%D9%BE%D8%B2%D8%B4%DA%A9%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%A2%DB%8C%D9%86%D8%AF%D9%87-%D9%82%D8%B1%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%86%DB%8C-%D9%88%D8%A7%D8%A8%D8%B3%D8%AA%DA%AF%DB%8C-%D8%A8%D9%87-%D9%87%D9%88%D8%B4-%D9%85%D8%B5%D9%86%D9%88%D8%B9%DB%8C-%D9%85%DB%8C-%D8%B4%D9%88%D9%86%D8%AF">ISNA – “Will Future Doctors Become Victims of Dependence on Artificial Intelligence?”</a>

As AI reshapes medical education and care, experts warn that overreliance could weaken clinical reasoning while stressing responsible, supervised use.

National Conference on Religion and New Media Announced

The National Conference on Religion, Culture, and New Media is set to be held in Qom and Tehran in May 2024 by IRIB University

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