Civil and Environmental Engineering Professor Cliff Davidson was recognized by the Hyo Jeong International Foundation for Environmental Peace and Universal Peace Federation for his outstanding leadership, valuable contributions and investment in environmental engineering and education. Davidson was invited to speak at the Universal Peace Federation’s World Summit 2025.  

The summit’s main theme was “Global Crisis Response and a Sustainable International Peace Alliance.” Davidson delivered a 20-minute presentation on the topic, “Advances in Science and Technology and the Demand for a New Worldview,” giving an overview of significant scientific and technological approaches that address environmental issues. The speech was followed by an open discussion.  

The summit was held in Seoul, Korea, on April 10-14. Political and religious leaders, and experts from a variety of other fields from 117 nations were in attendance.