Symposium Sessions
- Each session chairman will select the best abstracts in his session with a number ranging between 4-6 abstracts (Oral & poster presentation), the deadline to complete the session’s participants is July 15th 2025).
- Any session that does not achieve the minimum number of abstracts will be cancelled, and its abstracts will be distributed to other sessions close to its title.
- Prof. Magdy Torab and Prof. Mohamed FOUAD will select the best abstracts of the Young Researchers Session.
- If obtaining a permit to visit Qara Umm al-Saghir Oasis is not possible, the third field workshop will take place at any other location on the Siwa Depression's margins.
- Abstracts submitted without payment of registration fees will not be considered, and they are non-refundable.
- Sessions and workshops will be filtered to select the final program during August 2025.
- Accepted abstracts will be published in the Proceedings of Siwa 2025 and selected full papers in EJEC journal.
Please send your abstract, registration form, and necessary documents for fee payment to the following emails:
Please select one of the following sessions:
Session number # S1
| Session Title | Green Architecture and Renewable Energy Innovations |
| Session Description | Environmental sustainability requires more attention to the growing field of sustainable architecture. Sustainable architecture encompasses the design and architecture of buildings with the goal of minimizing their environmental impact. This includes the development of energy-efficient systems, such as space heating, air conditioning, or water heating, that utilize renewable energies like wind, solar, or other alternative energies. Many studies have shown the drastic impact on global warming due to CO2 emissions. This effect has necessitated the development of a new environmentally friendly architectural sector to provide healthy and sustainable living environments. Global warming poses a significant threat to various sectors, such as sea level rise, glacier melting, freshwater resources, extreme weather events, wildlife, agriculture, health, and energy. Architecture that incorporates greenery, not only for aesthetic purposes but also to enhance energy efficiency, improve the microclimate by capturing carbon dioxide, promote biodiversity, and enhance the psychophysical well-being of inhabitants, is a key component of the sustainability paradigm. This paradigm aims to promote energy renewal and livability in large cities, where the world’s population is expected to grow significantly in the coming decades. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Dr. Bruno MAGGI R&D Consultant, Milan, Italy |
| E-mail of session chairperson | bmaggi59@gmail.com |
Session number # S2
| Session Title | The Ecology and Medical geography |
| Session Description | This session is concerned with applied environmental studies in the field of medical geography including : Disease ecology, pattern and diffusion all over the world, as well as environmental treatment; folk medicine and traditional treatment in Siwa and outside it, methods and techniques of treatment with medicinal and aromatic plants; cupping. Spiritualists; and priests, diviners In Siwa Oasis, burial in the sand helps as a treatment for rheumatic diseases. The salt cave also helps in getting rid of negative energy; salt treats non-chronic sinusitis and chest allergies, and the iodine element gives the highest percentage of psychological comfort, activates blood circulation and treats thyroid problems. Sulfur water treats many skin problems. Siwa contains approximately 200 natural sulfur springs. Topics of this session is : 1- Disease ecolgy ; pattern and diffusion 2- Environment and Skin, Rheumatic diseases and methods of treatment. 3- Spiritual treatment for mental and nervous diseases 4- Diverse treatment with medicinal herbs and aromatic plants 5- Ethnomedicie and medical pluralism. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Mohamed EL SABAWY Minia University, Egypt |
| E-mail of session chairperson | elsabawy@hotmail.com |
Session number # S3
| Session Title | Knowledge of the karst and planning for life on it, its use, interventions and protection |
| Session Description | Development of karst on different carbonate rocks and circumstances and its comprehensive understanding; proper planning of development of life on it regarding karst surface, caves, and waters; building, infrastructure, and quarrying; water supply and its protection; development of tourism on surface karst features and caves; development of protection regulation; special protection zones: geoparks, cultural heritage on karst, and UNESCO heritage. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Tadej SLABE, Prof. Martin KENZ and Dr. Matej BlATNIK ZRC SAZU Karst Research Institute, Slovenia |
| E-mail of session chairperson |
tadej.slabe@zrc-sazu.si, martin.knez@zrc-sazu.si, matej.blatnik@zrc-sazu.si |
Session number # S4
| Session Title | Artificial Intelligence and Environmental Conservation |
| Session Description | This session explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Geo-Spatial Technologies are innovating environmental conservation globally. We will discuss proactive ecosystem monitoring in protected areas, AI-driven analytics for real-time decision-making, and the role of AI in developing Smart Cities that enhance urban sustainability. Targeting researchers, practitioners, and policymakers, we aim to highlight AI tools for effective conservation, case studies on natural reserves, and the use of deep learning for environmental predictions. We will stress the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration to maximize AI’s potential in protecting our planet for future generations. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Hany ABU EL ELA Department of Geography, Fayum University, Egyptt |
| E-mail of session chairperson | hsa00@fayoum.edu.eg |
Session number # S5
| Session Title | Geo-spatial Tools and Disaster Risk Reduction |
| Session Description | The session title, ‘Application of Geospatial Tools in Disaster Risk Reduction,’ is the need of time. Globally the magnitude and frequency of hydro-meteorological, Geo-environmental and biological disasters is increasing. Geospatial tools, such as GIS, remote sensing, and GPS, have the potential to revolutionize disaster risk reduction efforts by providing critical information on hazard risk, vulnerability, and exposure. This session will likely explore the various ways in which geospatial tools can be applied to support disaster risk reduction, including hazard mapping, emergency response planning, and damage assessment. This session will provide a pathway for young researchers. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Dr. Shakeel MAHMOOD Government College, University Lahore, Pakistan |
| E-mail of session chairperson | shakeelmahmoodkhan@gmail.com |
Session number # S6
| Session Title | Conservation of Landscapes and Hazard Management in the desert oases under Climate Change Conditions |
| Session Description | This scientific session focuses on the natural hazards that desert oasis faces. These hazards include the movement of sand and its deposition on agricultural lands, their exposure to drought and irregular rainfall, the rise in the water level of salt lakes that pose a threat to agricultural lands, and the salinity of groundwater and soil. These issues are particularly relevant for desert oases, as they primarily rely on traditional crops that can withstand salt. Some lakes, like Lake Shiyata near the Egyptian-Libyan border, have shrunk as a result of drought, exposing them to the risks of water scarcity and salinity. As a result, its inhabitants have abandoned it, leaving them vulnerable to the natural hazards brought about by climate change. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Magdy TORAB Department of geography, Damanhur University, Egypt |
| E-mail of session chairperson | Torab.magdy@gmail.com |
Session number # S7
| Session Title | Optimal utilization of natural and human resources and avoidance of environmental problems الاستغلال الأمثل للموارد الطبيعية والبشرية وتجنب المشكلات البيئية (Arabic language session) |
| Session Description |
This session is concerned with studying the best methods for optimal exploitation of natural resources such as rainwater harvesting, solar energy, wind energy, soil, salts, and minerals, etc., and human resources such as population and avoiding environmental problems that threaten human life on the surface of the earth such as earthquakes, volcanoes, torrents, floods, desertification, etc. تهتم هذه الجلسة بدراسة أساليب الاستغلال الأمثل للموارد الطبيعية مثل حصد مياه الأمطار، والطاقة الشمسية، وطاقة الرياح، والتربة، والأملاح، والمعادن، وغيرها، والموارد البشرية مثل السكان، وتجنب المشكلات البيئية التي تهدد حياة البشر على سطح الأرض، مثل الزلازل، والبراكين، والسيول، والفيضانات، والتصحر، وغيرها. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Mohamed FOUAD Department of Geography, Al Arish University, Egypt |
| E-mail of session chairperson | mi_me46@yahoo.com |
Session number # S8
| Session Title | Environmental geoarchaeology
(English/Arabic Language Session) |
| Session Description |
This session discusses some applications in landscape assessment as a marker of geoheritage based on GIS, RS, DEM, and field surveying. The evolution of sites to ancient environments and human occupation is a significant aspect of this scientific field. Many different geoarchaeological techniques have been used to figure out how old different natural materials or artifacts are. Geopedology, geomorphology, and ecology sciences all need the help of experts from different scientific fields, like geology, petrography, mineralogy, and taphonomy, as well as bio archaeology and biogeochemistry experts who study the past.. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Mahmoud HEGAB Department of geography and GIS, Sohag University, Egypt |
| E-mail of session chairperson | mhegab2001@gmail.com |
Session number # S9
| Session Title | Remote sensing techniques in environmental studies
(English/Arabic Language Session) |
| Session Description |
Remote sensing techniques are used in acquisition of real-time data from all accessible and inaccessible locations mapped over time and space. The use of remote sensing technology for the topographical mapping of wildlife populations, natural resources, vulnerable ecosystems and pollution provides valuable data for environmental management and monitoring. Remote sensing has also been incorporated in the study of fields like climatology, geomorphology, hydrology and geology. This setion intrest the applications of remote sensing in environmental studies and conservation efforts. It also presents the effective techniques of incorporating sensor data to make the studies more relevant and informative. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Ahmed DAHY
Department of geography and GIS, Sohag University, Egypt |
| E-mail of session chairperson | adahy70@gmail.com |
Session number # S10
| Session Title | GeoAI applications (English/Arabic Language Session) |
| Session Description |
A particular emphasis on Geographic Artificial Intelligence (GeoAI). GeoAI is defined as an intelligent technology that integrates geomatics systems, smart algorithms, and applied geographic domains. The primary objective of the session was to encourage young researchers to present their studies and innovative ideas that utilize geospatial information programming. The discussions highlighted the potential of GeoAI in advancing research and practical solutions across various geographic applications.. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Alkhuzamy AZIZ Department of geography & GIS, Fayum University, Egypt |
| E-mail of session chairperson | maz55@fayoum.edu.eg |
Session number # S11
| Session Title | Climate: Between Challenges and Earth Sustainability
(English/Arabic Language Session) |
| Session Description |
Session description This session deals with the following topics: • Climate change and its challenges • Climatic hazards • Geoclimatic processes • Climate and Sustainable Development Goals • Climate and land cover changes |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Prof. Dr. Mosaad SALAMA Department of geography and GIS, Mansoura University, Egypt |
| E-mail of session chairperson | drmosaad370@mans.edu.egt |
Session number # FS
| Session Title | Young Researchers Session |
| Session Description |
• Ecosystem Resilience and Biodiversity: Strategies for restoration and conservation, including geo-spatial monitoring.
• Climate Change and Resource Management: Adaptation methods, pollution control, and sustainable practices. • Innovations in Sustainable Development: Green architecture, renewable energy, and circular economy strategies. • Transportation and Urban Sustainability: Next-gen solutions, smart cities, and sustainable tourism. • Mitigation of Natural Hazards: Integrated hazard management, risk assessment, and climate change impacts on disaster preparedness. • Cultural Heritage in a Changing Environment: Protecting natural and human heritage amidst development and climate challenges. |
| Name of Session Chairperson |
Coming Soon |
| E-mail of session chairperson |