Egyptian Hieroglyphs in Medieval Islamic Science
Organized in collaboration with the Orient – Institut Beirut initiative, as part of the COSIMENA Call for Partnerships 2026, this lecture is featured in the OIB-COSIMENA Research Colloquium IV: Diverse Sciences in Islamic Civilization – Science in the Service of Knowledge. The series celebrates the rich intellectual heritage of Islamic civilization, highlighting its contributions across a wide spectrum of scientific disciplines.
Key Information about the Event
- Date: 13th of May 2026
- Time: From 06:00 p.m. to 08:30 p.m. (Cairo Local Time)
- Location: DAAD Regional Office Cairo (11 El-Saleh Ayoub Street, Zamalek, Cairo)
- Format: Public Lecture
The event highlights the efforts of Muslim scholars to decipher Egyptian hieroglyphs and their impact on modern Egyptology, as well as the influence of Arabic manuscripts on early European decipherment. It also explores the cultural and scientific significance of Egyptian writings and art in medieval Islamic society.
Target Group
It is aimed at scholars, researchers, students, and anyone with an interest in the intersection of Islamic scholarship, Egyptology, and the history of science. Due to the complexity of the topic, all young participants must be 18 years or older.
Registration
To participate in the event, please register here: https://www.daad.de/surveys/452839?lang=en until Saturday, May 2nd, 2026.
After your registration, selected participants will receive a confirmation email with all the necessary details 3 days before the event.