This dialogue highlights why knowledge on conflict and conflict resolution is an essential skill for any society, and provides a broad introduction to the nature, scope and practices of conflict resolution. Knowledge on conflict resolution allows society to understand the fundamental problems that give rise to conflicts, the power dynamics and recognition of interests of all parties. It emphasises the contextual nature of descriptions of peace and conflict and the importance of a thorough analysis in determining the most effective course of intervention. Here, the notion of wise and unwise approaches in conflict resolution is explained by referring to the actions taken by parties to curb escalations of disputes, including shifting the emotional positions to the achievement of interests of both parties. Another crucial observation is the relationship between law and solutions proposed in peace and conflict studies, with examples from both interpersonal and international conflicts. The elaboration is based on the C.R SIPPABIO framework as a comprehensive approach to study conflict resolution as introduced by Emeritus Professor Dr Amr Abdalla in his scholarly works. The Islamic viewpoint on conflict resolution are discussed in an interesting way, and this dialogue further highlights how, in addition to focusing on legal interpretations, Quranic interpretations must also take into account ethical dimensions and accountability to God.

In this first part of this series, Dr. Norhidayah Azman from the Faculty of Science and Technology at USIM elucidates the transformative impact of AI imaging tools on image alteration and delves into the ethical dilemmas surrounding their usage.

In this second podcast series, Associate Professor Dr. Zoraida Mustafa, the Dean of the Centre for Core Studies at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), delves into the fascinating culture of Japan, renowned for its exceptional hospitality. Drawing parallels to Malaysian culture, she explores the shared values and practices that exemplify the art of providing the best hospitality to guests.

In this second podcast series, Associate Professor Dr. Zoraida Mustafa, the Dean of the Centre for Core Studies at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), delves into the fascinating culture of Japan, renowned for its exceptional hospitality. Drawing parallels to Malaysian culture, she explores the shared values and practices that exemplify the art of providing the best hospitality to guests.

This dialogue highlights why knowledge on conflict and conflict resolution is an essential skill for any society, and provides a broad introduction to the nature, scope and practices of conflict resolution. Knowledge on conflict resolution allows society to understand the fundamental problems that give rise to conflicts, the power dynamics and recognition of interests of all parties. It emphasises the contextual nature of descriptions of peace and conflict and the importance of a thorough analysis in determining the most effective course of intervention. Here, the notion of wise and unwise approaches in conflict resolution is explained by referring to the actions taken by parties to curb escalations of disputes, including shifting the emotional positions to the achievement of interests of both parties. Another crucial observation is the relationship between law and solutions proposed in peace and conflict studies, with examples from both interpersonal and international conflicts. The elaboration is based on the C.R SIPPABIO framework as a comprehensive approach to study conflict resolution as introduced by Emeritus Professor Dr Amr Abdalla in his scholarly works. The Islamic viewpoint on conflict resolution are discussed in an interesting way, and this dialogue further highlights how, in addition to focusing on legal interpretations, Quranic interpretations must also take into account ethical dimensions and accountability to God.

In this first podcast series, Associate Professor Dr. Zoraida Mustafa, the Dean of the Centre for Core Studies at Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM), shares her deep passion for the Japanese language and culture, along with her motivation to introduce Japanese culture and learning platforms in Malaysia. She was recently honored with the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays from the government of Japan for her exceptional contributions to promoting Japanese language education in Malaysia

In the first podcast series, Professor Dr. Abdul Salam Babji, a visiting professor at the Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, and an Honorary Professor at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, introduced us to the fundamentals of meat science, the significance of the meat industry, and the challenges associated with the production of laboratory Meat (Culture Meat) products.

In the first podcast series, Professor Dr. Abdul Salam Babji, a visiting professor at the Faculty of Science and Technology, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, and an Honorary Professor at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, introduced us to the fundamentals of meat science, the significance of the meat industry, and the challenges associated with the production of laboratory Meat (Culture Meat) products.