IEEE-USA is proud to announce the creation of its newest volunteer-driven policy committee, the Space Policy Committee (SPC); a new initiative to guide and influence U.S. space policy. With space exploration and R&D central to IEEE’s mission, this committee will join the ranks of IEEE-USA's AI Policy Committee, Energy Policy Committee and others in further amplifying the engineering community’s voice in critical policy debates. Join us for this members-only livestream event to learn more about the SPC, IEEE-USA's volunteer-led policy process, our vision for this critical effort, and how you can make a difference. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/493007

The assembly of van der Waals heterostructures enables the creation of devices comprising materials with vastly different electronic band structures, overcoming the limitations of matching crystal structures. Sandwiching an insulator between two (semi-)metallic electrodes constitutes a blueprint for a rational design of tunnelling devices, where bidirectional injection of electrons and holes onto the radiative states leads to electroluminescent processes. The nature of the radiative states may be vastly different, including Wannier-Mott-like excitons in semiconductors , Frenkel excitons coupled to magnetization textures in ferromagnets , or intradefect transitions raising single photons . The structure of the barrier can be complex, involving multiple materials with atomically precise thickness. Consequently, the efficiency of the electroluminescent processes is tunable across multiple orders of magnitude due to the competition between the tunnelling dynamics and the radiative lifetimes. Alternative tunnelling pathways are activated by distinct device architectures at the material level, governing their spectroscopic characteristics. References K. Walczyk, G. Krasucki, K. Olkowska-Pucko, Z. Chen, T. Taniguchi, K. Watanabe, A. Babiński, M. Koperski, M. R. Molas, N. Zawadzka, Optical response of WSe2-based vertical tunneling junction, Solid State Communications 396, 115756 (2025). J. Zultak, S. J. Magorrian, M. Koperski, A. Garner, M. J. Hamer, E. Tóvári, K. S. Novoselov, A. A. Zhukov, Y. Zou, N. R. Wilson, S. J. Haigh, A. V. Kretinin, V. I Fal’ko, R. Gorbachev, Ultra-thin van der Waals crystals as semiconductor quantum wells, Nature Communications 11 (1), 125 (2020). M. Grzeszczyk, S. Acharya, D. Pashov, Z. Chen, K. Vaklinova, M. van Schilfgaarde, K. Watanabe, T. Taniguchi, K. S. Novoselov, M. I. Katsnelson, M. Koperski, Strongly Correlated Exciton‐Magnetization System for Optical Spin Pumping in CrBr3 and CrI3, Advanced Materials 35 (17), 2209513 (2023). S. Grebenchuk, C. McKeever, M. Grzeszczyk, Z. Chen, M. Šiškins, A. R. C. McCray, Y. Li, A. K. Petford‐Long, C. M. Phatak, D. Ruihuan, L. Zheng, K. S. Novoselov, E. J. G. Santos, M. Koperski, Topological spin textures in an insulating van der Waals ferromagnet, Advanced Materials 36 (24), 2311949 (2024). M. Grzeszczyk, K. Vaklinova, K. Watanabe, T. Taniguchi, K. S. Novoselov, M. Koperski, Electroluminescence from pure resonant states in hBN-based vertical tunneling junctions, Light: Science & Applications 13 (1), 155 (2024). J. Howarth, K. Vaklinova, M. Grzeszczyk, G. Baldi, L. Hague, M. Potemski, K. S. Novoselov, A. Kozikov, M. Koperski, PNAS 121 (23), e2401757121 (2024). Z. Qiu, K. Vaklinova, P. Huang, M. Grzeszczyk, K. Watanabe, T. Taniguchi, K. S. Novoselov, J. Lu, M. Koperski, Atomic and Electronic Structure of Defects in hBN: Enhancing Single-Defect Functionalities, ACS Nano 18 (35), 24035–24043 (2024). L. Loh, J. Wang, M. Grzeszczyk, M. Koperski, G. Eda, Towards quantum light-emitting devices based on van der Waals materials, Nature Reviews Electrical Engineering 1, 815–829 (2024). D. Litvinov, A. Wu, M. Barbosa, K. Vaklinova, M. Grzeszczyk, G. Baldi, M. Zhu, M. Koperski, Single photon sources and single electron transistors in two-dimensional materials, Materials Science and Engineering: R: Reports 163, 100928 (2025). Speaker(s): , Maciej Koperski Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495090

The Southeast Michigan Young Professionals Affinity Group is hosting a member speaker series meant to highlight the projects, research, or interests of our members! Our second session will be presented by member Santosh Kumar in August on the topic of Voice, Vision, and Generative AI: Empowering the Next Generation of Human-Machine Interfaces. As voice technologies rapidly evolve through the power of Generative AI, we're witnessing a paradigm shift in how humans interact with machines. This presentation explores how voice, multimodal intelligence, and foundation models are transforming the future of human-machine interfaces across industries—from healthcare and accessibility to smart devices and enterprise automation. We’ll delve into core technologies including speech recognition, natural language understanding, and transformer-based large language models, highlighting how they work together to enable intuitive, real-time conversations. Drawing from real-world use cases and live demonstrations, attendees will gain insights into designing inclusive, privacy-aware, and scalable voice AI systems. In addition to technical foundations, the session will cover responsible AI practices, voice bias mitigation, and the ethical dimensions of deploying voice agents at scale. The session is designed to engage early-career professionals across disciplines with practical examples, cross-domain applications, and actionable guidance to build impactful careers at the intersection of voice, vision, and intelligent systems. We hope you can join us! If you are interested in presenting to the SEM YP audience as well, be sure to submit a proposal (https://enotice.mmsend.com/link.cfm?r=eneCaabbihUmOAEBlfCMSA~~&pe=JUC_xjvopINsCD55LxK-1aNZPOXQyT20CqN6ZJjKY1t1E72PruA9IL3DF6FXya2Qcd3Drx-UJgcmQkrTqz-hXg~~&t=zp0mqccg2w1gt7ynGowPOA~~). Speaker(s): Santosh Kumar, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/492296

[]This is a monthly Admin meeting for the Southeastern Michigan Computer Chapter to discuss and plan different events. Co-sponsored by: Southeastern Michigan Computer Chapter Admin meeting Agenda: Agenda 8:00 pm - roll call 8:05 pm - agenda item #1 - Speakers, agenda item #2 - Future Events , Embedded Systems Workshop,, Social Events 8:30 pm - adjourn Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491926

If interested in applying for a CE, Fill out (https://forms.gle/ym5y2FfQ3aMkG8fU7) after the Session During this transformative, Prof. T. G. Satheesh Babu will focuse on the applications of nanomaterials for developing Point-of-care Diagnostic devices. Choosing the right catalyst for the direct electrocatalytic oxidation/reduction of the target molecule is the key step in the fabrication of enzyme-free sensors. With the advancement in the development of nanomaterials, many new electrocatalysts with enhanced surface area and specificity have been developed. The first part of the talk, in particular, focuses on the development of nanomaterials for enzyme-free biosensing of various metabolites and ions and their integration into a lab-on-a-chip device. Electrochemical immunoassay has been extensively used for the ultrasensitive detection of cancer biomarkers. As this assay involved multiple steps, such as incubation with the sample, washing and then incubation with a labelled secondary antibody, etc, translation as a POCT device is challenging. The second part of the talk discusses the development of an automated electrochemical immunoassay platform for the POCT of cancer biomarkers. Point-of-care detection of microorganisms has been a challenge, as they are conventionally detected by culture-based methods or molecular diagnosis. The third part of the talk focuses on the culture-free electrochemical detection of pathogenic microorganisms. The last part of the talk is on the development of paper-based analytical devices for liver function tests. Prof. T. G. Satheesh Babu currently serves as Professor in the Department of Chemistry, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore Campus. Prof. Babu leads the Biosensor Research group and Amrita Biomedical Engineering centre at the Coimbatore Campus and Heads the Amrita Biomedical Engineering (AMBE) centre. He also serves as the Research Head for the School of Physical Sciences at the Coimbatore campus. Co-sponsored by: International Institute for Biosensing, University of Minnesota Speaker(s): Prof. Babu Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/490320

You're invited to a Meet-the-Candidate event for the upcoming IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Chair election hosted by IEEE WIE Chicago! This is a unique opportunity for IEEE members to get to know the candidates, hear their vision for the future of WIE, and engage in meaningful dialogue about the direction of our community. The event will feature a moderated Q&A with pre-selected questions, followed by open time for audience members to ask their own. We encourage all members to attend, share their perspectives, and take part in shaping the future leadership of IEEE WIE. The candidates are listed in a pre-determined lottery order and this indicates no preference [] Co-sponsored by: WIE Region 4 Speaker(s): Vickie Ozburn, Simay Akar Koehler Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/490637

This free, online-only meeting is open to all IEEE membership grades, prospective members, and students! Please join us in our executive committee (ExCom) meeting where the IEEE Central Illinois Section discusses past and future activities, administrative items, and volunteer opportunities. Agenda: Call to Order Roll Call Review Meeting Minutes Reports Unfinished Business New Business Announcements Open Floor Adjournment Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/461026

Are you a rising professional looking to get a head start on securing your financial future? Join us for Money Moves That Matter: Financial & Estate Planning in Your Early Career, where you’ll learn the essential strategies to grow and safeguard your wealth right from the start. This interactive workshop will demystify key topics like establishing financial goals, building an investment portfolio, and understanding the basics of estate planning—even if you’re just beginning to build your estate. We’ll tackle some of the most pressing questions early-career pros face: - “Do I really need a will or trust if I’m just starting out?” - “How can I balance saving for tomorrow while trying to enjoy today?” - “What steps do I take to shield myself and my loved ones from unforeseen events?” - “How can I grow my wealth while keeping an eye on future estate considerations?” This session is designed to help you avoid costly mistakes, make smarter money decisions, and lay the foundation for long-term success. You’ll leave with a clear action plan to protect your financial well-being and to ensure that your future is secure—no matter what life brings your way. Don’t miss this chance to empower your early-career self with the financial tools and knowledge you need to thrive! Speaker(s): David Sandhu Agenda: IEEE-USA's free webinars/events are designed to help you find your next job, maintain your career, negotiate an appropriate salary, understand ethical considerations in the workplace and learn about other career-building strategies and public policy developments that affect your profession. Learn about our sponsor: the IEEE Member Group Insurance Program - Powered by AMBA. AMBA specializes in providing tailored insurance solutions for IEEE members. Whether you’re seeking health, life, or disability coverage, AMBA has you covered. Visit the IEEE Member Group Insurance Program website to explore the benefits and options available to you: (https://www.ieeeinsurance.com/) For information regarding upcoming webinars or to visit our vast webinar archive, please visit: (https://ieeeusa.org/careers/webinars/) (https://newsletter.smartbrief.com/rest/sign-up/2479DAB0-4089-43E7-925D-86AE0C1E6244?campaign=e0d52cef) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/492281

This free, optional training event is available to all IEEE members and prospective members within the IEEE Central Illinois Section (CILS) and surrounding areas. This session will offer general tips and assistance for anyone wishing to... * Learn about upcoming IEEE events and volunteer opportunities in central Illinois * Run an IEEE technical chapter or a student branch * Create or renew a technical chapter * Create or organize events * Add new officers * Request IEEE email or website services * Report past or future meetings * Contact other IEEE members in our area * Publish or share IEEE-branded materials ...or perform similar tasks. (8th revision) Agenda: * Introduction to the IEEE CILS * Navigating the IEEE Website * Website resources for volunteers, chapters, and student branches * Volunteer Roles Available in 2024 * Volunteer Tools (vTools) * Training via IEEE Center for Leadership Excellence (CLE) * Using IEEE Collabratec to find events and volunteers * Question & Answer session * Open Floor Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/461040

Let's take the opportunity to meet with other LMAG chairs in Region 4.... - We can share our experiences. - We can discuss how to work together to create joint virtual events to lighten our load. - We can share the names of speakers who have successfully drawn a good number of interested life members. - We can share the different events of interest to life members that we have planned or have held in the past. We work better and more efficiently as a team. Please plan to attend this meeting. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494811

A proposed approach for verifying a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)-enabled system architecture in Systems Modeling Language (SysML) based system models of military ground vehicle domains. Using this approach, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practitioners can verify that a given MOSA-enabled architecture in the system model is compliant to pre-defined MOSA-adopted reference architecture models. The approach utilizes military ground vehicle domain-specific operational scenarios and their associated domain context-specific architecture verification rules, architecture verification metrics and compliance-scope. MBSE professionals can implement the proposed approach using automated or semi-automated solutions. Speaker(s): Dr. Macam Dattathreya , Agenda: 5:30 - 5:35 - Sign in and welcome 5:40 - 6:25 - Distinguished speaker Lecture 6:30 -6:50 –Q & A Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494276

Chapter 3: Admin meeting Note: Meeting open to interested Chapter 3 members: (Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society and Communications Society) Agenda: 19:00 Hrs Open meeting (7PM for those who are 24 hour challenged.) - Discuss planning for Chapter activities Fall of 2025 - Potential speaker for Face-to-Face meetings - Potential speaker for Virtual (ZOOM) meetings - Possible Summer (Join w/Section Picnic) - Links to other SEM Chapters with mutual interests. - Walk-in topics. 19:55 Adjourn. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495896

[]Dream Big: Engineering Our World is a 2017 American documentary short about modern engineering and its significance. The film was first screened at the California Science Center on February 17, 2017. Narrated by Academy Award winner Jeff Bridges, DREAM BIG: Engineering Our World is a film that will transform how we think about engineering. From the Great Wall of China and the world's tallest buildings to underwater robots, solar cars and smart, sustainable cities, DREAM BIG celebrates the human ingenuity behind engineering marvels big and small, and shows how engineers push the limits of innovation in unexpected and amazing ways. With its inspiring stories of human grit and aspiration, and extraordinary visuals for the world's largest screens, DREAM BIG reveals the compassion and creativity that drive engineers to create better lives for people and a more sustainable future for us all. DREAM BIG is a MacGillivray Freeman film produced in partnership with American Society of Civil Engineers and presented by Bechtel Corporation. The idea is to inspire young minds and spark passion and creativity into our kids. Review: “It’s the sort of majestic educational film that every adult will want their child to see—and, in all likelihood, will want to see themselves.” —VARIETY Afterwards - we can have a brief discussion session. NOTE: You must supply your own soda pop and popcorn! :-) Speaker(s): Sharan Kalwani, Agenda: 5:00 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; (on your own) Pizza, Popcorn and Soda Pop 5:05 PM - Documentary 5:50 PM - End of Documentary; Start of Q & A; Group Discussion 5:00 PM - Wrap Up ALL times are in EST/EDT (UTC-4 or UTC-5) depending upon local day light savings times in when effect Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494722

Hey Everyone, Come join us for our monthly virtual coffee hour. Bring your favorite brew and enjoy the stimulating conversation and company. We have had wide-ranging conversation covering AI, science fiction, comics, risks, and more. Share with us what interests you. https://ieeemeetings.webex.com/ieeemeetings/j.php?MTID=mf4c37374a5a74c2d1aef4254e159a027 Ahmed Naumaan - TC Section Chair Agenda: - Stimulating conversation We have had wide-ranging conversation covering AI, science fiction, comics, risks, and more. Share with us what interests you. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495792

IEEE Southeast Michigan Young Professionals Affinity Group Admin Meeting - monthly Agenda: Agenda is emailed to team prior to meeting occurrence. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496356

Join us for the administrative online meeting of the Robotics & Automation Society (RAS) Chapter 14 in the Southeastern Michigan Section! This meeting will focus on planning events for 2025, and we invite all local RAS members to participate and share their input. We aim to record the meeting, so if you cannot attend, you can catch up later. Your ideas and contributions are essential in shaping an exciting year ahead—don’t miss out! Co-sponsored by: [email protected] Agenda: 06:30 PM - Meeting opens 06:35 PM - Introductions 06:40 PM - Topics and Speakers for 2025 06:55 PM - Other potential areas/ideas/exploratory thoughts 07:00 PM - Wrap up and share notes ALL times are local EDT/EST! Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491278

[] Join us for the administrative online meeting of the Robotics & Automation Society (RAS) Chapter 14 in the Southeastern Michigan Section! This meeting will focus on planning events for 2025, and we invite all local RAS members to participate and share their input. We aim to record the meeting, so if you are unable to attend, you can catch up later. Your ideas and contributions are essential in shaping an exciting year ahead—don’t miss out! Co-sponsored by: [email protected] Agenda: 06:30 PM - Meeting opens 06:35 PM - Introductions 06:40 PM - Topics and Speakers for 2025 06:55 PM - Other potential areas/ideas/exploratory thoughts 07:00 PM - Wrap up and share notes ALL times are local EDT/EST! Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491999

Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) implement Machine Learning (ML) algorithms that can address competitive resource allocation problems, together with detection and mitigation of anomalous behavior. In this talk, the speaker will discuss their use in next-generation (NextG) communications within the context of cognitive networks to address i) spectrum sharing, ii) detecting anomalies, and iii) mitigating security attacks. GANs have the following advantages. First, they can learn and synthesize field data, which can be costly, time-consuming, and non-repeatable. Second, they enable pre-training classifiers by using semisupervised data. Third, they facilitate increased resolution. Fourth, they enable recovering corrupted bits in the spectrum. The talk will provide basics of GANs, a comparative discussion on different kinds of GANs, performance measures for GANs in computer vision and image processing as well as wireless applications, a number of datasets for wireless applications, performance measures for general classifiers, a survey of the literature on GANs for i)–iii) above, some simulation results, and future research directions. In the spectrum sharing problem, connections to cognitive wireless networks are established. Simulation results show that a particular GAN implementation is better than a convolutional autoencoder for an outlier detection problem in spectrum sensing. Co-sponsored by: Vishnu S. Pendyala, SJSU Speaker(s): Dr. Vishnu S. Pendyala, Prof. Ender Ayanoglu Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/493301

Please join the registered professional engineer, Mr. Nijam Robert Uddin, for a discussion of the design of underground transmission systems. One PDH will be provided to those attending and completing Mr. Uddin's presentation. This presentation will be strictly a webinar based virtual presentation. Speaker(s): Robert Uddin Agenda: Log In – 5:45 p.m. Introductions & Instructions – 5:55 p.m. Presentation (Including Q&A): 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Adjourn - 7:15 p.m. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/492120

[] Join us for the administrative online meeting of the Robotics & Automation Society (RAS) Chapter 14 in the Southeastern Michigan Section! This meeting will focus on planning events for 2025, and we invite all local RAS members to participate and share their input. We aim to record the meeting, so if you are unable to attend, you can catch up later. Your ideas and contributions are essential in shaping an exciting year ahead—don’t miss out! Co-sponsored by: [email protected] Agenda: 06:30 PM - Meeting opens 06:35 PM - Introductions 06:40 PM - Topics and Speakers for 2025 06:55 PM - Other potential areas/ideas/exploratory thoughts 07:00 PM - Wrap up and share notes ALL times are local EDT/EST! Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496590

SEM Chapter 8 Officers AdCom meeting: Contact Scott Lytle: [email protected] for details and Teleconference phone information. Co-sponsored by: Scott Lytle Agenda: Agenda on-line: Contact Steve Tomba [email protected] for details. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/451652

The IEEE Southeastern Michigan Section Monthly ExCom (Executive Committee) Meeting (every 2nd Thursday of the month) same time 6:30 PM EST/EDT (This is a virtual meeting, unless stated otherwise). We will discuss Section mission objectives, guidance, direction, as well as all the chapter/affinity groups/student branches and section committee reports, events, plans, opportunities to assist each other and help create value for our members. All IEEE members are welcome to attend, but they do need to register in order to receive the webex details. Co-sponsored by: Sharan Kalwani Speaker(s): Christopher Johnson, Sharan Kalwani Agenda: Published on google drive - link sent each month via email to ALL the chapter/Affinity Group/Student Branch/Committee chairs. Ensure you are listed on the ExCom listserv as well (contact [email protected] in case of doubt) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/443674

Meeting to discuss and plan events/activities. Agenda: - Discuss the possibility of an in-person event in Fall. - Discussion on Election. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496849

Join us for our monthly executive committee meeting from 5 - 6:30 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet like minded people, learn leadership skills, and to help steer the direction of your local IEEE chapter. Who should attend: Executive committee for the Cedar Rapids Section, and any other leaders and interested members that wish to attend. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/463682

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the business of the EDUCATION COMMITTEE for the SEM Section Agenda: A. Welcome and Introduction B. Topics of Discussion - NAVY STEM Grant and support from IEEE - Michigan Science Center Initiative - Resuming the Library STEM Outreach C. What more to do to invigorate the membership D. Wrap up Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496779

As technologies push the limits of traditional silicon, the U.S. faces a critical challenge: how to continue delivering high-bandwidth, energy-efficient, multifunctional microelectronics essential for advanced technologies. Conventional 2D scaling is reaching physical and economic limits, and while industry is pursuing advanced packaging, the integration of mixed materials – beyond silicon – remains largely untapped. Yet this integration is essential for achieving the order-of-magnitude improvements that next-generation capabilities will require. Join Michael Holmes from DARPA’s Microsystems Technology Office, to learn how DARPA’s (https://www.darpa.mil/research/programs/next-generation-microelectronics) program is addressing this challenge. NGMM is establishing the nation’s first open-access center for U.S.-based 3D heterogeneous integration (3DHI) focused on mixed materials integration to leapfrog ahead of today’s state of the art. In partnership with The University of Texas at Austin and its Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE), NGMM is developing a sustainable domestic hub for R&D and pilot production, which will enable rapid prototyping and fabrication of advanced microsystems critical to future technological needs. Attendees will also learn about opportunities to engage with the NGMM community at the inaugural NGMM Summit this October in Austin, Texas. Speaker(s): Michael Holmes Agenda: IEEE-USA's free webinars/events are designed to help you find your next job, maintain your career, negotiate an appropriate salary, understand ethical considerations in the workplace and learn about other career-building strategies and public policy developments that affect your profession. For information regarding upcoming webinars or to visit our vast webinar archive, please visit: (https://ieeeusa.org/careers/webinars/) (https://newsletter.smartbrief.com/rest/sign-up/2479DAB0-4089-43E7-925D-86AE0C1E6244?campaign=e0d52cef) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494988

Join us for this Virtual Senior Member Reference Review Panels Online interviews will be scheduled for members wishing to elevate by current Senior Members where the Seniors can get to know the candidates in order to act as references for your application. Senior Member Reviewers will assist interested member candidates with at least 10 years of experience in their profession. To sign up for "Review" Time Slot, please register for this event, send an electronic copy of your resume, and relevant supporting materials (list of papers published, standards work done, patents, senior/leadership positions, etc.) to [email protected] at least a week (August 13, 2025) before the event. IEEE membership enhances every stage of your career. Whether you are an established professional or just starting out, IEEE membership identifies you as superior talent. Advancing your member grade can bring added peer recognition to your accomplishments and shows your employer your desire to improve your technical and leadership skills. Senior Membership is encouraged because it is required, in most cases, for key volunteer positions at the IEEE. Benefit of being a Senior Member As an IEEE Senior member, you receive the following benefits: - Recognition: The professional recognition of your peers for technical and professional excellence. - Leadership Eligibility: Senior members are eligible to hold executive IEEE volunteer positions. - Ability to refer other candidates: Senior members can serve as a reference for other applicants for Senior Membership. - Review panel: Senior members are invited to be on the panel to review Senior member applications. - Letter of commendation: A letter of commendation on the achievement of Senior member grade will be sent to your employer (upon your request). The advancement to Senior Member provides the IEEE members with significant and distinct benefits. These benefits include the eligibility to hold Executive IEEE Volunteer Positions and getting recognition of your peers for technical and professional excellence. Newly elevated senior members will also receive an engraved senior member plaque from IEEE. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494927

Join the IEEE VTS Industry Engagement Committee for a new webinar! Topic: Electric Rope Shovels: History, Product Overview, and Technology Development Speaker: Avadh Nagaralawala 🗓️20 August 2025 🕘6 PM CDT (UTC-5) 🔗Register: https://loom.ly/X8nq-2A This webinar is also co-sponsored by IEEE VTS Chicago Chapter. [] Co-sponsored by: IEEE VTS Industry Engagement Committee Speaker(s): Avadh Nagaralawala, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496940

What is Precision Medicine and how does it help you? We have a panel of experts in using genetic information to improve your health outcomes. In this introduction to the field, they will provide an overview of: - Blueprints of Life: The Basics of Genes and Genetic Testing - Genetic Glitches: When the Code Misfires - From Code to Cure: Engineering Precision Treatments from Genetic Data. There will be time for questions after their presentation. To receive your personalized link to attend the Zoom platform meeting, you must also register at the below link. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VEfWsWLgRPSUcS0wkgRCyQ Agenda: - Blueprints of Life: The Basics of Genes and Genetic Testing - Speakers: Emile Moura & Althea Smith - Genetic Glitches: When the Code Misfires - Speakers: Ludovica Montanucci & Rebekka Staal Dahl - From Code to Cure: Engineering Precision Treatments from Genetic Data - Speakers: Manuela Ochoa-Urrea, Jessica Lal, & Alina Ivaniuk Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/490415

The Fort Worth LMAG would like you to join us for a virtual financial planning event. David Sandhu will present "Engineering Your Legacy: 3 Tax & Legacy Blind Spots to Avoid." Are you building a strong financial legacy—or unknowingly leaving behind tax and estate headaches for your loved ones? In this eye-opening session, we will reveal the three most common tax and legacy blind spots that professionals and retirees overlook—and how to fix them before it’s too late. Whether you’re nearing retirement or simply want to protect what you’ve worked so hard to build, you’ll walk away with actionable strategies to: - Avoid costly estate planning mistakes - Minimize taxes on your retirement income and inheritance - Ensure your legacy reflects your values—not just your assets. Don’t let your legacy be an afterthought. Join us and take control of the future you leave behind. Co-sponsored by: IEEE Fort Worth Section Speaker(s): David Sandhu, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/490159

IEEE VTS Chicago is pleased to invite Nicolas Corsini, a graduate student in Computer Science at Illinois Institute of Technology to give a talk on his project on The Future of Ambulance Detection: Towards Safer Roads and Smarter Travel. Please register on Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_fjzS_1zRKeb_qD-_MI5Cg Speaker(s): Nicolas Corsini, Agenda: 12:00 to 12:05 PM Introductions 12:05 to 12:45 PM Talk 12:45 to 12:55 PM Q&A 12:55 to 1:00 PM Conclusion and Adjournment Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/497496

Navigating your career can be challenging as your experience grows, your goals evolve, your life circumstances shift, and the tech world continues to change at a rapid pace. This talk explores strategies for not just surviving, but thriving through those changes. Everyone’s path is unique—and rarely goes exactly as planned. Staying resilient, tracking your progress, and reassessing along the way are key to long-term success. Speaker(s): Jill Gostin, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491493

Based on the book "The Woman Who Smashed Codes: A True Story of Love, Spies, and the Unlikely Heroine Who Outwitted America's Enemies", The Codebreaker reveals the fascinating story of Elizebeth Smith Friedman, the groundbreaking cryptanalyst whose painstaking work to decode thousands of messages for the U.S. government. She has been called "America's first female cryptanalyst". Speaker(s): Sharan Kalwani, Agenda: 6:30 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; (on your own) Pizza, Popcorn and Soda Pop 6:35 PM - Documentary 7:30 PM - End of Documentary; Start of Q & A; Group Discussion 7:45 PM - Wrap Up ALL times are in EST/EDT (UTC-4 or UTC-5) depending upon local daylight savings times in when effect Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494725

The Southeast Michigan Young Professionals Affinity Group is hosting a member speaker series meant to highlight the projects, research, or interests of our members! Our third session will be presented by member Sreekanth Narayan in August on the topic of Artificial Intelligent Car Creating Issues While Jumping from Lane1 to Lane2. The transition of autonomous vehicles (AVs) from two lanes to one lane presents significant challenges and opportunities for enhancing traffic management and safety. This complex maneuver is crucial in urban environments where lane merges often lead to congestion and bottlenecks, thereby necessitating precise navigation and decision-making by AVs. As the development of AV technology accelerates, understanding the nuances of both real-world and simulated environments becomes essential in ensuring these vehicles operate effectively and safely under diverse driving conditions. Realism in simulations plays a pivotal role in the training of AI systems for AVs. Discrepancies between simulated and actual driving conditions can result in substantial errors, potentially compromising the performance of AV algorithms in real-life scenarios. High-fidelity simulations are designed to replicate the unpredictable nature of human driving, enabling AI systems to learn from a wide array of driving dynamics, including collisions and interactions with other vehicles. However, while simulations allow for extensive testing without the constraints of real-world data limitations, they also face challenges, particularly in accurately modeling rare edge cases and environmental factors that may affect decision making. The integration of AI in traffic management systems further complicates the landscape, as these technologies analyze and optimize lane transitions to enhance overall traffic flow and reduce emissions. Nevertheless, ethical considerations also arise in the design and deployment of AVs, particularly concerning decision-making in critical scenarios where harm is unavoidable. The need to reconcile these ethical dilemmas with technological advancements is crucial for the responsible development of autonomous driving systems. Overall, the comparison between real-world and simulated environments for AVs underscores the importance of utilizing both data sources effectively. By integrating insights from real-world traffic scenarios with controlled simulations, researchers can enhance the reliability of AI systems, ultimately leading to safer and more efficient autonomous vehicle operations on our roads. We hope you can join us! Speaker(s): Sreekanth Narayan, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496515

This free, online-only meeting is open to all IEEE membership grades, prospective members, and students! Please join us in our executive committee (ExCom) meeting where the IEEE Central Illinois Section discusses past and future activities, administrative items, and volunteer opportunities. Agenda: Call to Order Roll Call Review Meeting Minutes Reports Unfinished Business New Business Announcements Open Floor Adjournment Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/461027

Navigating a career while cultivating leadership is a deeply personal journey, and conventional paths may not always serve as the best guide. In this session, Dr. Nozomi Nishimura shares insights drawn from her academic career, highlighting key decision points and the rationale behind them. For individuals who identify as introverts, the path can present unique challenges, particularly in environments that demand visibility and presence. The webinar explores practical strategies and tips to support professional growth in both academic and broader workplace settings. A recurring theme is the reality that leaders are often in the spotlight. Dr. Nishimura discusses how learning to manage, shape, and become comfortable with that attention has been a significant part of her development. She reflects on her experiences—from overcoming early nerves during scientific presentations to navigating increasingly public-facing responsibilities as a faculty member. Speaker(s): Dr. Nozomi Nishimura Agenda: IEEE-USA's free webinars/events are designed to help you find your next job, maintain your career, negotiate an appropriate salary, understand ethical considerations in the workplace and learn about other career-building strategies and public policy developments that affect your profession. For information regarding upcoming webinars or to visit our vast webinar archive, please visit: (https://ieeeusa.org/careers/webinars/) (https://newsletter.smartbrief.com/rest/sign-up/2479DAB0-4089-43E7-925D-86AE0C1E6244?campaign=e0d52cef) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496984

This free, optional training event is available to all IEEE members and prospective members within the IEEE Central Illinois Section (CILS) and surrounding areas. This session will offer general tips and assistance for anyone wishing to... * Learn about upcoming IEEE events and volunteer opportunities in central Illinois * Run an IEEE technical chapter or a student branch * Create or renew a technical chapter * Create or organize events * Add new officers * Request IEEE email or website services * Report past or future meetings * Contact other IEEE members in our area * Publish or share IEEE-branded materials ...or perform similar tasks. (9th revision) Agenda: * Introduction to the IEEE CILS * Navigating the IEEE Website * Website resources for volunteers, chapters, and student branches * Volunteer Roles Available in 2024 * Volunteer Tools (vTools) * Training via IEEE Center for Leadership Excellence (CLE) * Using IEEE Collabratec to find events and volunteers * Question & Answer session * Open Floor Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/461041

[]IEEE Senior Member is the highest IEEE member grade for which IEEE members can apply and does not incur any additional cost or fees. The Senior Member grade is a way for the IEEE members to receive recognition for their professional experience and significant performance in Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and the related fields including Computer Science and Information Technology, Physical Sciences, Biological and Medical Sciences, Mathematics, Technical Communications, Education, Management, Law, and Policy. The advancement to Senior Member provides the IEEE members with significant and distinct benefits. These benefits include the eligibility to hold Executive IEEE Volunteer Positions and getting recognition of your peers for technical and professional excellence. Newly elevated senior members will also receive an engraved senior member plaque from IEEE. Senior Member Elevation: IEEE SEM Section Membership Committee will reprise its Senior Member Elevation event, on September 6th, 2025 between 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM The way it works is: At least a 10 years of experience with a Bachelors degree needs be be established to initiate the senior membership elevation. (A Ph.D is considered to be 5 years of significant experience and a master degree is considered to be 2 years of significant experience. The remaining 5 (with PhD) to 8 (with MS degree) years of significant experience should be established from the member experience in his/her profession to initiate and submit applications for Senior Member Elevation.) Note: There is no cost to becoming a Senior Member, and this step is a necessary prelude to seeking the IEEE ‘Fellow’ level. For a complete description of the Senior Member process and its benefits, see the link at: https://www.ieee.org/membership_services/membership/grade_elevation.html To (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491040)for "Elevation" Time Slot, please(https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491040)for the event and consider contacting existing senior members/fellows as references; also bring an electronic copy of your resume, and relevant supporting materials (list of papers published, standards work done, patents, senior/leadership positions, etc.). []Here is a link to (https://www.ieee.org/membership/senior/deadlines.html) before filing your application. Also you may seek to contact or network with other Southeastern Michigan Section members who were upgraded to senior status. You may find some of them profiled in our monthly newsletter - (https://r4.ieee.org/sem/about-sem/sem-history/wavelengths-magazine-archive/)! Networking: * We recommend that if attendees cannot join us in person do look for the next events { most likely early November}. Co-sponsored by: Sreekanth Narayan Speaker(s): Mohamad Berri, Sharan Kalwani, Sreekanth Narayan Agenda: Online Link (TBD) 10:00 AM - Introductions and how Elevation processing works.... 11:30 AM - Wrap up, Clean up, Solidify new friendships, contacts, networking and head off to lunch. Then we temporarily say 'Good bye' NOTE - ALL times are in EST/EDT! Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491040