Gaziantep, July 01 (QNA) - The Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language has signed a memorandum of understanding with Gaziantep Islam Science and Technology University to strengthen academic research in Arabic language studies and expand the use of digital linguistic resources in higher education.

The agreement was signed at the university's headquarters in Gaziantep by the dictionary's Executive Director, Dr Mohammed Al Obaidi, and the university's President Prof. Sehmus Demir.

According to a statement issued by the Doha Historical Dictionary, the partnership will support joint research projects in Arabic language studies and lexicography, alongside the organization of specialist workshops and academic seminars, both in person and online. The two institutions also plan to develop university courses and teaching modules that incorporate the dictionary's resources and digital applications.

The agreement further provides for training programs to help students and researchers use the dictionary and other digital lexicographical resources for learning, research and linguistic analysis. It also aims to support university faculty in integrating the platform into teaching and to explore ways of making the Doha Historical Dictionary accessible through the university's digital platforms to enhance both educational and technical collaboration.

At the signing ceremony, Dr Al Obaidi presented the Doha Historical Dictionary's commemorative shield to Prof. Demir in recognition of his contributions, and those of the university, to the advancement of Arabic language studies.

During the visit, Dr Al Obaidi also met doctoral students and researchers specializing in Arabic linguistics and delivered a lecture introducing the dictionary, followed by a discussion on its methodology, practical applications and academic significance.

The Doha Historical Dictionary of the Arabic Language documents the history and semantic development of Arabic vocabulary from the fifth century before the Hijra to the present day, while continuing to incorporate new words, terminology and meanings that emerge as the language evolves. (QNA)