Tackling Biochemical Systems and Carbon Reduction: Al Jay Lan Alamin and Melquezedec James Cruz Lead ModApp's Last Journal Club for AY 2025-2026 Sem 2

For our final Journal Club session of the semester this past May 7, the ModApp group gathered at MB 126 for another highly engaging double-feature. We were thrilled to close out the term with Al Jay Lan Alamin and Melquezedec James Cruz, who presented their work spanning the intricacies of biochemical networks to critical environmental sustainability efforts.

Al Jay Lan Alamin kicked off the 16:30 session by presenting his research titled, “Network structure reveals significant bifurcation behaviors in biochemical systems.” The presentation captivated the room, prompting a thoughtful discussion on how underlying network topologies drive complex, nonlinear dynamics in biological environments.

Following Al Jay, Melquezedec James Cruz took the floor to present his study on “Integrated Direct Air and Ocean Capture: A Carbon Reduction Strategy.” The incredibly timely topic sparked a lively Q&A session right after the presentation, with attendees eager to discuss the real-world climate applications, feasibility, and environmental policy implications of his proposed capture strategies.

It was a fantastic afternoon to wrap up the semester, showcasing the power of mathematical modeling across completely different scales—from the microscopic mechanisms of biochemical systems to global-level climate intervention strategies.

Join the ModApp Journal Club! As we conclude our sessions for AY 2025-2026 Semester 2, we want to thank everyone who participated and contributed to our discussions. We look forward to seeing everyone again next academic year. You can check out our past meetings and keep an eye out for our upcoming schedule here: ModApp Journal Club