The AI Disruption: The Future of Work, Human Potential, and the Power to Adapt
LAU Byblos Campus, Science Building, Lecture Hall (Room 402)
As part of the SOE seminar series, the School of Engineering is pleased to invite you to the semester entitled The AI Disruption: The Future of Work, Human Potential, and the Power to Adapt.
Abstract:
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the world at an unprecedented pace, reshaping industries, redefining professional roles, and challenging traditional approaches to education, work, and problem-solving. For the next generation of engineers, understanding this transformation is no longer optional; it is essential to preparing for the future of their profession.
This presentation explores how AI is changing the nature of work. It examines the implications for engineering and other professions, highlighting the distinction between automating individual tasks and transforming entire occupations. It also considers the current capabilities and limitations of AI, emphasizing the continuing importance of human judgment, creativity, critical thinking, curiosity, and accountability. Beyond understanding the disruption, the presentation focuses on the opportunities it creates. It advocates a new model of professional development in which strong engineering fundamentals are complemented by AI literacy, interdisciplinary thinking, adaptability, and the ability to collaborate effectively with intelligent systems.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Anwar El-Homsi is a global AI innovator, distinguished technologist, and founder of LUMINAH.ai, an advanced AI-driven innovation platform focused on solving humanity’s most complex challenges in clean energy, particularly nuclear fusion, high-efficiency solar materials, and carbon-neutral energy infrastructure. With a career spanning more than 30 years, he has led breakthrough work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, energy systems, applied statistics, and engineering, helping organizations accelerate scientific discovery and build future-ready technologies.
Dr. El-Homsi has contributed to major Fortune 100 companies and advanced R&D organizations, including Cisco Systems, Verizon, Corning, Eastman Kodak, Becton Dickinson, Heidelberg Digital, Xerox, Harris Corporation, Wilson Greatbatch, and Space Systems Loral. His leadership roles have centered on AI strategy, innovation ecosystems, digital transformation, Lean Six Sigma excellence, and scalable product development. As a consultant, he has advised corporations such as Bombardier, Bausch & Lomb, JPMorgan Chase, Excellus BlueCross, and Gamesa, guiding them through high-impact innovation, operational optimization, and emerging technology integration.
A prolific inventor, Dr. El-Homsi has authored over 10 AI-related patent applications, including systems for autonomous AI agents, computational design, responsible AGI, and advanced energy technologies. His work bridges the gap between advanced computation and real-world engineering.
He holds a PhD in Business Systems, an MS in Applied Statistics, and a BS in Engineering, and is the author of several books, including works on Artificial Intelligence, organizational harmonization, and advanced process excellence. His cross-disciplinary expertise positions him as a leading voice in the global discourse on AI innovation, energy sovereignty, and the future of scientific discovery.