The Islamic University of Madinah organized a specialized training workshop titled “A Roadmap to AI Research Tools” as part of its Second Graduate Studies Week, held under the theme “From Empowerment to Impact.”

The workshop, hosted at the university's Al-Salam Hall, aimed to strengthen research skills and help postgraduate students effectively use artificial intelligence technologies throughout the academic research process.

Exploring AI Tools for Scientific Research

The session was delivered by Dr. Hamad bin Hassan Al-Hubaishi, Associate Professor at the College of Hadith.

He introduced participants to several categories of AI-powered research tools, including large language models, academic search engines, intelligent agents, and information databases.

The workshop explored how these technologies can support research efficiency and improve the quality of academic output.

Ten Practical Stages of the Research Journey

A central part of the workshop focused on 10 practical stages of the research process.

Topics included selecting a research subject, reviewing previous studies, preparing and evaluating research proposals, and managing academic references.

Participants also explored applications for reviewing and documenting scholarly writing, as well as organizing research projects and monitoring progress on academic theses.

Language Models, Academic Search and AI Agents

The workshop highlighted the growing role of language models and other digital tools in supporting academic research.

It also examined how academic search platforms, information databases, and intelligent agents can help researchers organize information and manage different research tasks.

Supporting Research Project Management

Practical applications covered research project organization, progress tracking, and the management of postgraduate theses.

These activities were designed to help students improve their research workflows and make more effective use of available digital tools.

Developing Postgraduate Research Skills

The training formed part of the Islamic University of Madinah's Second Graduate Studies Week, which focuses on developing academic capabilities and translating knowledge into meaningful research outcomes.

The initiative reflects the university's efforts to equip postgraduate students with modern research skills and support the effective use of emerging technologies in higher education.