Seminar on Cognition and Artificial Intelligence 2025
(SoCo-AI'25)
Reimagining the Future of AI: A Collaborative Approach
Theme: Reimagining the Future of AI: A Collaborative Approach
22 - 23 October 2025
22 - 23 October 2025
PITAS, UNIMAS, Jalan Merbau, Kota Samarahan, 94300, Sarawak, Malaysia
Objectives
- Disseminate cutting-edge AI research and insights across disciplines.
- Equip participants with practical AI skills for their domains.
- Facilitate interdisciplinary networking and collaboration in AI.
- Explore innovative AI solutions at the intersection of AI with cognitive science, psychology, and related fields.
- Bridge the gap between AI research and real-world applications.
Keynote
Speakers
Prof. Ahmed Al-Dubai
Professor in the School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment (SCEBE), Edinburgh Napier University, where he leads the IoT and Networked Systems Research Group.
Prof. Patrick Then
Prof. Patrick Then assumed the Chief Executive Officer of state-owned Sarawak Artificial Intelligence Centre (SAIC) since March 2025. SAIC aims to accelerate Sarawak economic growth by leveraging AI technologies. SAIC conducts high-impact research and development for Sarawak’s needs, and advises policymakers on AI governance, policy, audit, and talent development.
Dr. Abdulhakim AL-Ezzi
Postdoctoral Research Fellow at HMRIHunting Medical Research Institute, United States.
Dr. Madhavan Balan Nair
Currently the Sector Head of MyMAHIR Sector Development, he leads sectoral talent strategies that align with TalentCorp’s national mandate—to bridge talent gaps, future-proof Malaysia’s workforce,an dstrengthenindustry-academia collaboration.
Prof. Dr. Narayanan A/L N Kulathu Ramaiyer
He served for almost three decades in academia as a pioneer staff member of the Faculty of Computer Science and IT at UNIMAS, and also previously served as the Director of the Institute of Social Informatics and Technological innovations (ISITI).
Dr. Mohd Hanif
CEO of Imagine MAIA a solution provider to deliver a high tech, high touch AI healthcare solution globally. Our vision to democratize artificial intelligence in healthcare sector.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdul Rahman Alsewari
Machine Learning lab leader and a senior lecturer at Birmingham City University with more than 10 years Research and Teaching experience in the domain of Computer Engineering and Computer Science.
Asst. Prof. Radhwan Ali Abdulghani Saleh
Assistant Professor in the Software Engineering Department at Kocaeli University, Türkiye. He has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles in top-tier journals and international conferences and holds three patents in the field of Artificial Intelligence.
Prof. Ts. Dr. Dayang Nurfatimah bt Awg Iskandar
Expert in spatio-temporal image analysis, semantic representation and retrieval, her research focuses on AI for minimising the gap between image features and high-level semantics in the domain of medicine, agriculture and astronomy.
Prof. Dr. Teh Chee Siong
Professor in the Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development at UNIMAS. With over 29 years of dedicated service, he has made significant advancements in artificial intelligence, machine learning, data visualization, and virtual reality.
Keynote Sessions & Panel Discussion
| Session | Speaker & Affiliation | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Keynote Session 1 |
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Dubai Edinburgh Napier University |
Cutting-Edge AI Research from Europe's Leading Universities |
| Keynote Session 2 |
Dr. Mohd Hanif CEO of MAIA Sdn Bhd |
Industry Innovations and Applications |
| Keynote Session 3 (Online) |
Dr. Madhavan Balan Nair Vice President, Sector Head of MyMAHIR Sector Development |
AI, Digital & Green: The Forces Reshaping Work - How MyMAHIR Puts You Ahead |
| Panel Discussion |
Prof. Dr. Narayanan A/L N Kulathu Ramaiyer UNIMAS Prof. Dr. Teh Chee Siong UNIMAS Prof. Ts. Dr. Dayang Nurfatimah bt Awg Iskandar UNIMAS Asst. Prof. Radhwan Ali Abdulghani Saleh Kocaeli University, Türkiye |
Challenges and Opportunities in Multidisciplinary AI Research with Expert Panellists |
Workshop 1: AI for Administrative Excellence: Automating Your Office Tasks
This workshop is designed specifically for administrative staff looking to streamline their daily routines and boost efficiency. Discover how AI tools can take over repetitive tasks, freeing you up for more strategic and engaging work.
What You’ll Learn:
- Identify common administrative tasks ripe for automation.
- Explore user-friendly AI tools for scheduling, data entry, email management, and more.
- Learn practical strategies to integrate AI into your existing workflows without complex coding.
- Understand the benefits of automation for productivity and job satisfaction.
Workshop 2: Strategic AI for Leaders: Empowering Data-Driven Decisions
This workshop equips managers with the knowledge and tools to leverage AI for superior decision-making. Move beyond intuition and learn how AI can provide actionable insights, predict trends, and optimize resource allocation, leading your team to greater success.
What You’ll Learn:
- Understand the core principles of AI relevant to strategic management.
- Discover how AI can enhance data analysis, forecasting, and risk assessment.
- Learn to interpret AI-generated insights for smarter business and operational decisions.
- Explore ethical considerations and best practices for implementing AI in leadership.
Workshop 3: AI for Academic Impact: Generating Original Research & Ensuring Integrity
Are you an academic or researcher looking to enhance your publication success while maintaining the highest standards of originality and ethics? This workshop is tailored for you. Learn how to leverage AI tools to brainstorm novel ideas, refine your writing, and ensure absolute originality in your submissions to top-tier journals.
What You’ll Learn:
- Strategies for using AI as a powerful brainstorming partner for research topics and hypotheses.
- Techniques to refine your academic writing and enhance clarity using AI-powered tools.
- Best practices for integrating AI into your research workflow while preserving intellectual integrity.
- Advanced methods for originality checks and ensuring zero plagiarism in your submissions.
- Ethical guidelines and considerations when using AI in academic research and publishing.
Workshop 4 [Community Workshop – Exclusively for Invited Community Members] *AI on the Go: Learn Face & Motion Detection with Your Mobile
Are you a curious student interested in how your mobile phone can see, feel, and respond just like a human? This hands-on workshop is designed just for you. Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) works—right from the palm of your hand—using only your mobile device.
What You’ll Learn:
- How AI can detect faces and recognize emotions such as happiness, sadness, or surprise using your phone’s camera.
- How motion-tracking AI works, and how to build a fun mini project that reacts to your body movements.
- Step-by-step guidance to try real AI tools, no coding or computer required.
- Creative ways to apply AI to solve everyday problems or build cool mobile-based applications.
- An introduction to the real-world power of AI in fields like entertainment, security, and health—all in a simple, engaging format.
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Day 1: 22 October 2025
| Time | Program |
|---|---|
| 08.00am – 09.00am | Registration and Welcome Coffee |
| 09.00am – 12.30pm |
Morning Workshop sessions (In Parallel): PART IWorkshop 1: AI for Administrative Excellence: Automating Your Office Tasks Workshop 2: Strategic AI for Leaders: Empowering Data-Driven Decisions Workshop 3: Al for Academic Impact: Generating Original Research & Ensuring Integrity Workshop 4: AI on the Go: Learn Face & Motion Detection with Your Mobile |
| 12.30pm – 02.00pm | Lunch Break |
| 02.00pm – 04.30pm |
Afternoon Workshop sessions (In Parallel): PART IIWorkshop 1: AI for Administrative Excellence: Automating Your Office Tasks Workshop 2: Strategic AI for Leaders: Empowering Data-Driven Decisions Workshop 3: Al for Academic Impact: Generating Original Research & Ensuring Integrity Workshop 4: AI on the Go: Learn Face & Motion Detection with Your Mobile |
| 04.30pm – 05.00 pm | Tea Break |
| 05.00pm | End of Day 1 |
Day 2: 23 October 2025
| Time | Program |
|---|---|
| 08.00am – 09.00am | Registration and Welcome Coffee |
| 09.00am – 10.30am |
Keynote Session 1: Cutting-Edge AI Research from Europe's Leading UniversitiesBy: Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Dubai |
| 10.30am – 11.00am | Networking Break |
| 11.00am – 11.45am |
Keynote Session 2: Industry Innovations and ApplicationsBy: Dr. Mohd Hanif |
11.45am – 12.30pm |
Keynote Session 3 Online: AI, Digital & Green: The Forces Reshaping Work - How MyMAHIR Puts You AheadBy: Dr. Madhavan Balan Nair |
| 12.30pm – 02.00pm | Lunch Break |
| 02.00pm – 03.30pm |
Panel Discussion: Challenges and Opportunities in Multidisciplinary AI ResearchExpert panelists:
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| 03.30pm – 04.30pm | Closing Ceremony |
| 04.30pm – 05.00pm | Tea Break |
| 05.00 pm | End of SoCo-AI'25 |
Fees
| Category | Fee | Inclusive |
|---|---|---|
| Local | RM 100 |
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| Local Student | ||
| International | ||
| International Student |
*NO REFUND.
Payment
Contact Us
Get In Touch With Us
Secretariat
Dr Nurul Hanim binti Nasaruddin
Phone
+60 8258 1948
socoai@unimas.my
Address
Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development
Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)
94300 Kota Samarahan
Sarawak MALAYSIA
