Presentations

Conference: American Scientific Affiliation (ASA) Annual Meeting 2025
Date: July 19, 2025
Location: Virtual/Hybrid Conference
Theme: Science & Technology as Worship

Presentation Focus:

This presentation explores how computational science and technology development can be understood as forms of meaningful service and stewardship. Drawing from theological reflection and practical experience in academic research, the talk examines how technical work can serve higher purposes and contribute to human flourishing.

Key Topics:

• Technology as stewardship and responsibility
• Computational modeling as a tool for understanding complex systems
• Ethical considerations in AI and machine learning development
• Integrating reflection and purpose into research practice

Materials:

• 📊 Slides: Science & Technology as Worship - July 2025
• 📝 Presentation Text: Full Presentation Notes
• 🔗 Conference Info: 2025 ASA Annual Meeting

Values Integration: This presentation demonstrates how academic work can serve as meaningful contribution, connecting computational research to purpose and community service.

Conference: 19º Congresso Brasileiro de Sistemas (19th Brazilian Systems Congress)
Date: November 29, 2024
Location: Goiânia, Brazil
Language: Portuguese

Presentation Focus:

This presentation showcased applications of agent-based modeling systems in Brazilian contexts, demonstrating international research collaboration between Calvin University and Brazilian institutions. The talk highlighted how computational methods can address region-specific challenges while maintaining global research standards.

Key Topics:

• Agent-based modeling methodologies and applications
• Cross-cultural research collaboration
• Computational approaches to complex systems in developing contexts
• International partnership in higher education

Materials:

• 📊 Slides: Agent-Based Modeling Systems - November 2024
• 🔗 Conference Info: 19º CBS Goiânia

Global Perspective: This international presentation demonstrates Calvin University’s commitment to global engagement and the universal applicability of quality scholarship.