Prof. Henry Duh Attends Digital Heritage Forum 2025 in Abu Dhabi

(Abu Dhabi, UAE) Centre’s Director, Prof. Henry Duh was honored to be invited by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) to attend the Digital Heritage Forum 2025 at the Culture Foundation in Abu Dhabi. The event served as a multidisciplinary platform where industry experts and academic leaders came together to share their insights and innovations in the field of cultural heritage.

Chaired by renowned experts Prof. Eugene Ch'ng (Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University) and Dr. Charles Cheung (NVIDIA), along with other distinguished speakers including Andreas Bauer from Ars Electronica and Daniel Sproll from realities.io, the forum “Beyond the Glass Case: VR/AI Experiences in Cultural Heritage & Museum” focused on how technology can enhance the exploration and experience of cultural heritage through immersive media and innovative interactions.

During the forum, Prof. Henry Duh presented ongoing projects funded by the Hong Kong government and the China National Arts Fund, which aim to preserve intangible cultural heritage utilizing AI and AR/VR technologies. "Thanks to Ona Vileikis Tamayo for the kind invitation and exceptional hospitality. The forum was exceptionally organized, providing a fantastic opportunity to engage with leading experts across culture, archaeology, humanities, architecture, engineering, and computer sciences from around the globe," said Prof. Henry Duh, "I was thrilled to connect with diverse communities in digital heritage, and I eagerly anticipate the next forum. I encourage anyone interested in this topic to join us next time."

The Digital Heritage Forum 2025 was a significant step forward in fostering collaboration and innovation in the realm of cultural heritage, showcasing the vital role of technology in preserving and sharing our collective history.