Dr. Jeferson Chagas: AI & Applied Sciences

Professional Summary

My career is driven by a dual vocation: a passion for teaching and a commitment to scientific research. This journey is built upon the application of Science to real-world challenges—from sustainable community development in remote areas to the cutting-edge intersection of Materials Science and Applied Artificial Intelligence. Currently, this dedication to education and research is being catalyzed into the coordination and development of specialized Postgraduate programs.

Research & Applied AI Focus

Physics-Informed Machine Learning (PIML): Utilizing Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) to complement classical methods in studying mechanical properties of materials and failure analysis.

Computational Modeling: Embedding Python-based ML/DL frameworks within established scientific practices to enhance model interpretability.

Science for Community & Global Impact: Applying engineering and scientific principles to solve clean water and sustainability issues globally, matching technical solutions to cultural and local realities.

Academic Formation

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Focus on Materials Science and Applied Artificial Intelligence

Work & Academic Experience

Educational Consultant & Program Coordinator

Enova Educacional

Jun 2024 – Present

Developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) modules across diverse Postgraduate programs.
Overseeing the academic coordination of 6 Postgraduate programs in Theology, ensuring curriculum alignment, faculty excellence, and student success.

Instructional Facilitator & AI Instructor

Instituto Hikmah

Oct 2020 – Present

Developing AI courses including Introduction to AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Agentic AI.
Conducting research on AI applications to Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, and Materials Science.
Empowering professionals to integrate Intercultural Communication into their career development and leading multicultural teams.

Mission Consultant & Mentor

First Baptist Church — Conroe, Texas

Nov 2022 – Mar 2025

Mentoring volunteers in intercultural communication, cultural anthropology, and Arabic language.
Mobilizing the church community to build a better intercultural communication mindset and training multicultural teams.

Project Engineer

International Brazilian Mission Board

Jan 2007 – Jul 2015

Lived in Beijing for three years learning the language and culture while conducting exploratory trips to understand sanitation conditions and water quality in remote locations, particularly in rural areas among ethnic minorities.
Moved to Yunnan Province, developing water engineering projects for small communities. Implemented well-drilling projects, water quality analysis, and cistern construction.
Mentored local community health workers and trained them in technical matters and cross-cultural communication to ensure projects remain self-sustaining.

Professor of Chemistry & Mathematics

UNITAU — Taubaté University

Mar 1994 – Dec 2000

Professor of Chemistry and Chemistry Lab Coordinator.
Taught Advanced Mathematics to Computer Science graduate students.
Advised students on their undergraduate and postgraduate capstone projects.

Technical Teacher

Technical College

Jan 1993 – Dec 1996

Professor in Industrial Chemical Processes, Unit Operations, Industrial Piping (or Industrial Pipelines), and Materials Science.

15+ Yrs Applied Projects

6 Postgrad Programs

25+ Years Teaching

4 Languages Spoken

AI & Machine Learning (PINNs)

Materials Science & Chemistry

Intercultural Communication

Academic Coordination

Water Engineering & Sanitation

Multicultural Leadership

Portuguese Native

English Fluent

Chinese (Mandarin) Conversational

Arabic Conversational

Ph.D. in Science & Engineering

Academic Coordinator of 6 Theology Programs

Water Engineering projects in Senegal, Iraq, China

Physics-Informed Machine Learning Research