Seminar on Consensus for Change: Decentralized Approaches for a Sustainable Tomorrow

Bengaluru: The IEEE Computer Society Student Branch Chapter, in association with the School of Information Technology, hosted a seminar titled “Consensus for Change: Decentralized Approaches for a Sustainable Tomorrow,” held on August 10, 2024, at Xavier Hall. , St. Joseph’s University, Bengaluru. The event focused on decentralized technologies and their role in driving sustainable development. The seminar featured Dr. Chengappa Munjandira, Sr. Technologist at Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Vice Chair of the IEEE Bangalore Section. He shared his expertise on how technological solutions, particularly blockchain, can address critical environmental and societal challenges. 

The seminar began with a welcome address by Dr. Mithun D’Souza, followed by the felicitation of the Chief Guest by Rev. Fr. Denzil Lobo SJ, who also delivered the presidential address. Dr. Deepa Nagalavi introduced the guest speaker, Dr. Chengappa Munjandira, who engaged the audience with his insightful presentation on decentralized approaches for sustainable development.

He also spoke on Blockchain and Sustainability, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Blockchain Technology, Addressing misconceptions about Blockchain, Discussion on Blockchain’s key features and its relevance to sustainability. a brief introduction to Web3 and its future impact on sustainability, and at last, sir spoke on the summary of Blockchain’s potential role in achieving sustainability goals. The seminar concluded with a quiz conducted by Dr. Chengappa. The interactive session was well-received, with prizes awarded to the winners: 1st prize to Reaven Clint D’souza (M.Sc. Comp.), 2nd prize to Zoya Khan (M.Sc. Big Data Analytics), and 3rd prize to Aavon Bosco Vaz (M.Sc. Comp.). 

Key organizers and supporters; Mr. Franklin Jerold F – Computer Society Chair, Dr. Deepa Nagalavi – Computer Society Advisor, Dr. B G Prasanthi – HOD ,computer science dept., Dr .Jayati Bhadra- HOD ,Advanced computing, Dr. SivaKannan S – Student Branch Counsellor, Rev. Fr. Denzil Lobo SJ – Dean, School of IT, Rev. Fr. Dr. Victor Lobo SJ – Vice-Chancellor