Launch of the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence Applications in Benghazi

February 16, 2026
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Benghazi, January 28, 2026 – The activities of the Second International Conference on Artificial Intelligence Applications in Training, Teaching, and Scientific Research were launched on Wednesday at the Technical College complex of Benghazi University. Held under the slogan “Artificial Intelligence Between Use and Ethical Responsibility,” the conference features participation from a select group of academics, researchers, and experts from within Libya and abroad.

The conference proceedings will continue until tomorrow, Thursday, accompanied by a robotics exhibition showcasing the latest innovations and practical applications of artificial intelligence.

The organization of this edition in Benghazi follows the first edition held in October 2024 in the Egyptian capital, Cairo, highlighting the importance of expanding interest in AI applications within Libya.

The conference includes scientific sessions and specialized workshops spanning two consecutive days, focusing on the practical applications of AI in the fields of training, teaching, and scientific research, alongside discussions on the ethical and legal aspects associated with the use of these modern technologies.

The goal of organizing this scientific event is to launch the horizons of modern technology in Benghazi, starting from the field of training, through education, and reaching scientific research.

There is a global trend towards increasing reliance on AI technologies across various disciplines, including the humanities. It is important to spread awareness of these technologies within Libyan society and work to promote their responsible use to serve development and build national capacities.

One academic’s participation in the conference addressed the relationship between AI-based adaptive learning and cognitive load, noting that adaptive learning helps organize information and reduce the cognitive burden on students.

Key recommendations include promoting the use of adaptive learning in higher education, designing educational content that aligns with different student levels, and training faculty on how to integrate this type of learning into curricula, with a focus on design aspects that reduce cognitive load, especially in humanities disciplines.

Through its various themes, the conference discusses AI applications in education and learning, its use in training and skills development, its role in scientific research, in addition to ethical and legal dimensions, and education and training in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. This contributes to achieving sustainable development goals and building digital capacities capable of keeping pace with rapid technological transformations.

Benghazi

Benghazi is a major city in eastern Libya, historically significant as a center of trade and culture since its founding as the ancient Greek colony of Euesperides. It played a pivotal role in Libya’s modern history, serving as the provisional capital after the 2011 revolution and being the site of a major 2012 attack on a U.S. diplomatic compound.

Technical College complex of Benghazi University

The Technical College complex of Benghazi University, established in the 1960s, was a major center for engineering and applied sciences education in Libya. It played a significant role in the country’s development before suffering severe damage during the conflicts following the 2011 revolution.

Benghazi University

Benghazi University, originally founded in 1955 as the University of Libya, is a major public university in Libya. It was established as the country’s first university and has since played a central role in higher education, though its operations have been significantly disrupted by the conflicts following the 2011 Libyan Civil War.

Libya

Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. The country is home to UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.

Egyptian capital

Cairo is the sprawling capital of Egypt, founded in 969 CE by the Fatimid dynasty. It is a historic center of the Islamic world, home to ancient landmarks like the Pyramids of Giza on its outskirts and the medieval Cairo Citadel.

Cairo

Cairo is the sprawling capital of Egypt, founded in 969 CE by the Fatimid dynasty, though its origins trace back to earlier Roman and Islamic settlements nearby. It is famously home to historic Islamic districts, the Pyramids of Giza on its outskirts, and the Egyptian Museum, making it a central hub of Arab culture and ancient history.