Date/Time
Date(s) - Thu 21 May
20:30 - 21:30
ISCAST-NZCIS Conversations 2026
Conspiracy theories are everywhere, and Christians are not immune. In this three-part series, the ISCAST–NZCIS Conversations 2026 brings together scholars from across science, theology, and technology to explore why conspiracy theories spread, who believes them, and what resources Christian faith offers for navigating a world awash with misinformation.
That’s a Good Question: Addressing Doubts in Science Through Historical Narratives
Seesion three speaker: Dr Jacob Martin
Online interactions often cause people to remain in doubt rather than move toward certainty. Scepticism and doubts are key to the scientific method and a healthy part of religious faith but have recently been used to undermine the idea of truth and trap us within uncertainty.
Dr Jacob Martin will outline an approach to dialogue that takes questions seriously, situating them within history and amongst sceptical scientists. By validating these questions and explaining how sceptics within the scientific establishment were convinced, we can tell a good story that shows people how evidence overcame doubt and led to certainty. All while showing gentleness and care for the other as we bear with one another through a challenging information landscape.
Bio
Dr Jacob Martin is a materials scientist and nanotechnologist working on climate-stabilising technologies. Jacob has run the gamut in renewable and climate research, including biomass-to-power, algae biofuels, solar photovoltaics, carbon capture, soot pollution reduction, and carbon materials for hydrogen storage, water filtration, and batteries. He completed his PhD at the University of Cambridge in 2019 and is currently a lecturer in Physics and Astronomy at Curtin University in Perth, Australia.
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$40 for non-members
$30 for ISCAST/NZCIS members
Free for students
One ticket gives you access to all three sessions. Join for one evening, two, or all three.
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