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complex and programmed machine. When applying the metaphors and tools of our technological society, one can be deceived into thinking that man’s role in the scientific endeavor is reduced in significance. However, this is far from the truth. The Uncanny Valley (Mori, 2012) is a term of increasing importance in the realm of computer animation and robotics. The “uncanny valley” is experienced when a Hollywood technological thriller or 3-D video game fails to accurately represent a human performance. As simulations of human appearance and behavior become more “lifelike,” there is an increased awareness of the artificial nature of the representation. As a result, incremental improvements to human facsimiles become less pleasing and break the observer’s “suspension of disbelief.” It is the author’s opinion that the inherent limitations of machine intelligence will become more acute as more sophisticated attempts are made to apply machine learning to the process of science. Creationists do not need to be afraid of an increased use of artificial intelligence in science for it will ultimately demonstrate the wisdom and power of the Creator. Man has purpose in God’s creation and as a result serves a special role as a steward. Stewardship is not only effectively understanding and using entrusted resources, but implementing those resources to bring increased glory to the Master. This is the role we play as we look to the future of creation research. The available data and tools lie before us. It is up to us to apply proper presuppositions, paradigms, metaphors, methods and tools to worship our Creator effectively. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS I would like to thank Cedarville University for providing the environment for developing the ideas contained in this paper. My colleagues in the Department of Science and Mathematics and participants in the Data Science Seminar Series provided much food for thought. 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