The NYISO will be hosting a tour of the NYISO control center for the members of the Schenectady Section. The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) is a regulatory organization overseeing the electrical grid operation in New York State. NYISO functions as an independent, nonprofit entity responsible for maintaining the reliability and efficiency of the bulk power system. NYISO operates the state's high-voltage transmission network, ensuring the smooth flow of electricity from power plants to distribution utilities and large consumers. It operates a real-time energy management system, continuously monitoring grid conditions, managing power flows, and dispatching generation resources to meet demand while maintaining system stability. Overall, NYISO serves as a vital institution in the operation and regulation of New York's electricity sector, ensuring reliable power delivery, promoting market competition, and supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy future. Agenda: 9:30 AM: Sign in at the NYISO lobby 10 AM-11 AM: Control Center Tour The number of attendees is limited to 30. Please take a look at the instructions below before registering. Instructions: If you are not a US citizen, please submit your passport copy to Ninad Patil, Section Membership Meeting Coordinator, before March 10th, 2024, via email to [email protected] to obtain security clearance. Also, review the attached visitor welcome package for sign in instructions at the NYISO lobby. 10 Krey Blvd NY 12144, Rensselaer , New York, United States, 12144

The monthly Rochester IEEE Executive Committee meeting brings together all of the leaders of the Section, Chapters, and Groups. ExCom members: Please send your updates on past and upcoming events to the (mailto:[email protected]) to be included on the agenda prior to the meeting. We review plans for upcoming Rochester meetings within our Section, Chapters, and groups at this meeting. If you are looking to become more engaged in IEEE in the Rochester Section, please plan on attending an Excom meeting! Agenda: - Section Officer Reports - Section Chair Report: (mailto:[email protected]) - Section Vice-Chair Report: Emmett Ientilucci - Section Treasurer Report: Lyle Tague - Section Secretary Report: Eric Zeise - Old Business - New Business - Chapter Society and Group Reports - Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society and Communications Society (AES10/COMM19); Nirmala Shenoy - Computer Society and Computational Intelligence Society (C16/CIS11); Bo Yuan - Electron Devices and Circuits and Systems: (mailto:[email protected]) - Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMB18): (mailto:[email protected]) - Rochester/Binghamton/Buffalo/Ithaca/Syracuse Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (GRS29): (mailto:[email protected]) - Life Members Group: - Microwave Theory and Techniques Society / Antennas and Propagation Society (MTT17/AP03): (mailto:[email protected]), (mailto:[email protected]) - Photonics Society (PHO36): (mailto:[email protected]) and (mailto:[email protected]) - Power and Energy Society / Industry Applications Society (PE31/IA34): (mailto:[email protected]); (mailto:[email protected]) - Signal Processing Society (SP01): Eric Zeise - Technology Management Council (TM14): (mailto:[email protected]) - Women In Engineering (WIE): (mailto:[email protected]) - Young Professionals: (mailto:[email protected]) - Student Chapter Reports: (mailto:[email protected]) - Rochester Institute of Technology: (mailto:[email protected]) - University of Rochester: (mailto:[email protected]) - Committee Reports - Membership Report: (mailto:[email protected]%20) - Awards Report: (mailto:[email protected]) - Electronic Communications Coordinator: (mailto:[email protected]), (mailto:[email protected]) - Newsletter Report: (mailto:[email protected]) - PACE Report: (mailto:[email protected]) - E. Liaison Reports - R1 Western Area Chair: Emmett Ientilucci - Rochester Engineering Society (RES) Report: (mailto:[email protected]) - Rochester Council of Scientific Societies (RCSS) Report: (mailto:[email protected]) - Open Discussion - Adjournment Bldg: Tandoor of India, 376 Jefferson Rd, Rochester, New York, United States, 14623, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406208

Abstract: Predicting the future is never easy, it always entails a degree of uncertainty, if not luck. Predicting technology trends is even harder as it requires both technical and business acumen, e.g., whether the technology will be developed, productized, and ultimately adopted on the market. It is almost an art to distill between a fashion and a true scientific trend. At the same time, the public likes to read predictions and many individuals and organizations regularly write technology predictions, such as Gartner, MIT, Forbes and many others regularly produce predictions. IEEE Computer Society started its technology predictions informally in early 2010 and formally via annual press releases in 2014, followed by their respective scorecards in 2016. We realized that our audience appreciates self-evaluation, hence we introduced scorecards at the end of the period of prediction. Our predictions reached substantial audience, e.g., in 2018, it was picked up by 300 media outlets (84.6M audience), which is entirely different from classical publishing. We considered predictions as a new type of publication, a lightweight, short publication (approximately a paragraph per prediction). These predictions also triggered other media outreach, such as blogs, interviews, panel sessions, and this special issue of IEEE Computer magazine. Over the years we became better in press releases and social media announcing our report, to the extent that it became visible at the IEEE Board of Directors, and found its way to the report of the IEEE Executive Director. One notable side-product that grew out of our predictions was the 2022 report that comprehensively predicted 23 technologies 7 years ahead. This report had a sister report written by Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), Taiwan on technology predictions specific to Asia. These technology predictions surpassed all our expectations in terms of impact, and we plan to continue for as long as audience has interest. Co-sponsored by: George Pappas Speaker(s): Dejan S. Milojicic, Agenda: 6:00 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; break 6:05 PM - Technical Talk/Presentation 7:10 PM - Discussion, Q & A 7:20 PM - Wrap Up /* ALL TIMES ARE USA EST/EDT (UTC-5) */ Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406535

IEEE Reliability Society- Joint Boston/New Hampshire/Providence Chapter Adcom meeting. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/414748

Stress can be defined as a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. 45% of American college students claimed to undergo "more than average stress" while 33% of students reported "average stress." Stress influences our mood, affects our relationships and inhibits our success. In this webinar, we'll discuss how stress impacts our lives (including beneficial ways) and steps we can take to reduce and even prevent stress. Speaker(s): Carmen Osborne 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/409050

The IEEE North Jersey Section's Executive Committee (EXCOM) monthly meeting will be held hybridly. The EXCOM meeting starts at 6:30 pm EST and typically ends at 8:30 pm. The meeting is meant to discuss and coordinate the activities of the Section and its Chapters and Groups, as well as new initiatives. Everyone is welcome to attend this meeting. Please register in advance for this meeting using vTools (Please make a note if you join the meeting remotely) You can change/cancel the registration if your plans change. For more information, please contact our IEEE North Jersey Section Chair Hong Zhao ([email protected]) , or Secretary, Adriaan van Wijngaarden, ([email protected]). Location: FDU Metropolitan Campus, 1000 River Rd. Muscarelle Center 105, Teaneck, NJ 07666 To join remotely by the following Zoom link: https://fdu.zoom.us/j/97830478655 Meeting ID: 978 3047 8655 Note: If you are unable to join the meeting, please send your chapter activity report to the section chair at [email protected] Agenda: 06:30 pm - 06:45 pm Networking 06:45 pm - 08:30 pm IEEE North Jersey Section Executive Committee Meeting The meeting agenda typically includes news related to the IEEE and the IEEE North Jersey Section, Secretary and Treasurer reports, Chapter and Affinity Group reports, Committee reports, and reports by various Chairs and Representatives, Committee Chairs, and planning, and new initiatives. Bldg: Muscarelle Center M105, 1000 River Rd, Teaneck, New Jersey, United States, 07666, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/414523

IEEE PCJS Young Professional Talk Series 2024 Unified HIV Risk Evaluation: Employing Technology for Personalized Testing and Prevention Strategies [] Mingchao He Data Analyst in the Cancer Epidemiology and Health Outcomes Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey About the Talk Considering the evolving landscape of travel influenced by the ongoing and post-pandemic scenarios of COVID-19, the judicious allocation of medical resources remains a pertinent concern. Therefore, we undertook a comprehensive analysis utilizing HIV testing data sourced from CDC BIFSS spanning the years 2016 to 2020. Our study incorporates five demographic independent variables, gender, age group, race/ethnicity, transmission category, and regions of residence. By comparing the results of our regression analysis with several existing models, we identified the model that best aligns with the empirical data. We then superimposed and integrated this outcome with Bayes' theorem to determine the level for individuals at risk of HIV, providing tailored inspection recommendations. About the Speaker Mingchao He obtained his Master's degree from Rutgers University in 2021. Beginning in 2020, he contributed his expertise to Ambio Inc. as a Clinical Analyst, where he specialized in analyzing COVID-19 infections. In 2021, he transitioned to Symrise INC as a Marketing Research Analyst, where his responsibilities included collecting brainwave image data for specific compounds through clinical trials. He meticulously analyzed and rated preferences for these compounds. Since 2022, Mingchao has been an integral part of the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey, serving as a Data Analyst in the Cancer Epidemiology and Health Outcomes. Mingchao focuses on studying the impact of neighborhood social and physical environments on access to prostate and breast cancer screening. Additionally, Mingchao is actively involved in investigating racial disparities within a cohort of individuals with cancer, specifically among Black and White populations. Sponsors: IEEE Princeton/Central Jersey Section IEEE Photonics Society PCJS Chapter IEEE Young Professional PCJS Chapter IEEE Women in Engineering PCJS Chapter IEEE Signal Processing PCJS Chapter All are welcome! You do not have to be a member of the IEEE to attend. The registration is free and required. Event link: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/410585 Time: 8:30~9:15PM (Eastern Time), Wednesday April 3rd 2024 Zoom: https://futurewei.zoom.us/j/6135444997 Zoom ID: 613 544 4997 Registration Required (Please Click "Register Now" at the end of this page to finish your registration) Co-sponsored by: IEEE Princeton/Central Jersey Section, IEEE Photonics Society PCJS, IEEE Young Professional PCJS, IEEE Women in Engineering PCJS, IEEE Signal Processing PCJS Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/410585

This registration page is for Sponsors only. If you're interested in attending this event, click on the links below and complete the forms. Join us for an exciting evening of innovation and networking at the Northeastern University (NU) Industry Night! Hosted by the IEEE PELS Boston Chapter, NU Power Electronics class (EECE5684), NU Co-op Office. This event is your opportunity to explore cutting-edge technologies in power electronics and energy. Most companies attending will be accepting applications for either full-time or coop positions! What to Expect: • Engage with leading power electronics and energy companies • Discover high-tech products, presentations, and advanced technologies • Learn about potential co-op or full-time positions • Network with industry professionals and fellow students Food Reception: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (Exclusive to Power Electronics Class Students and IEEE PELS Chapter Attendees) Admission: Free for students and IEEE PELS members If you are a company & interested Fill out this google form: https://forms.gle/6XtCETVSxYuaoNuR9 If you are a student & interested Fill out this google form: https://forms.gle/Bofwmo8JePf9VgnV6 Co-sponsored by: Northeastern University Room: 201, Bldg: EXP Building, Northeastern University, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Special Presentation by Brad Kloza & Naresh Babu of IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed Hosted by the Future Networks Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML) Working Group Date/Time: Thursday, April 4th, 2024 @ 6pm EDT / 3pm PDT Topic: 5G/6G Innovation Testbed Abstract: IEEE recognized a need to fill in the space of collaborative innovation for 5G and 6G networks and to facilitate the transition of ideas into real technologies that could help better human connectivity. Understanding that the industry and research communities thrive best in a neutral environment not bound by geography, proprietary technologies, or testing scope, IEEE created the 5G/6G Innovation Testbed to foster collaborative experimentation and advancement among stakeholders in the 5G and 6G ecosystem. These stakeholders, including telecommunications operators, equipment vendors, and application developers, rely on each other to deliver exceptional products and services across an ever-evolving network, and that interdependence requires significant testing for conformity and interoperability. The Innovation Testbed will also serve the academic community in teaching and research, by using real network elements in their testing and analysis. This makes university-obtained data more valuable and usable by industry and will help train a new generation of graduates who are more prepared for real-world applications thanks to hands-on experience gained in the Innovation Testbed. EEE further envisions the platform to serve as a foundational place of origin for the Network of the Future, driven by a diverse array of leaders in industry and the research community who work together on innovations, standards, and applications across sectors including manufacturing 2.0, healthcare, agriculture, autonomous vehicles, gaming, connected products, smart cities, virtual reality, and more. IEEE’s position as a neutral, global organization, and our use of open-source components to power the Innovation Testbed, enable our platform to become a hub and federated testbed model. This allows multiple companies to test the compatibility of components located on their premises by using our platform as a mediator to interface their platforms without breaching security or company firewalls. Join the webinar to learn how you can benefit from the IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed Co-sponsored by: IEEE Future Networks Speaker(s): Brad Kloza, Naresh Babu Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/414379

In Part 1 of this two part series, we learned how GPS works. In Part 2, we will look at various GPS applications. In this lecture, specific uses of the system will be discussed such as GPS in agriculture, maritime port navigation and airport landing systems. Its use in cell phone navigation known as Assisted GPS will also be discussed. The lecture will end with a description of a possible Galactic Positioning System that would use a GPS-like system for navigation in interstellar space. Speaker(s): Richard Bova Agenda: 7:00 PM Networking 7:30 PM Presentation Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/401973

Join IEEE at SBU for Workshop 9 of the OPS Workshop Series to learn how to create a PCB using Autodesk Fusion 360![] Room: 175, Light Engineering, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

Monthly Executive Committee Meeting Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415695

Talk Abstract Visualization, interactive computer graphics, and related topics have been a particularly dynamic area of computational learning, modeling, and decision making, producing advances that impact society. Working at times in a research laboratory and at times for two science funding agencies, Dr. Rosenblum held positions at the level of an individual researcher, Director of a VR Laboratory, and funding agency Program Director. This talk will discuss some of his experiences, including insight into how science programs in funding agencies are initiated. Speaker(s): Lawrence Rosenblum, Ph.D., IEEE Fellow, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/409431

2024 IEEE Awards Meetup Series - Dave & Busters Plymouth, Villanova, PA Join us for the IEEE Awards meet up series in IEEE Regions 1 and 2, with events leading up to the 2024 Vision, Innovation, and Challenges Summit and Honors Ceremony 2-3 May 2024 in Boston, MA. This event will also serve as the pre-reception to the 2024 Region 1 & 2 Student Activities Conference at Villanova University. Register at https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413560 IEEE Members & Non-Members are Welcome to Attend. [] Co-sponsored by: IEEE Awards Board Agenda: Welcome messages and discussion by - Andrew Lowery, IEEE Region 2 Director - Bala Prasanna, IEEE Region 1 Director - Networking, food, and fun! 500 W Germantown Pike Suite 2195, Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, United States, 19462

Executive board meeting to plan for Spring 2024 Room: 175, Bldg: Light Engineering, Light Engineering, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

Inter-section meeting—IEEE North Jersey Section and IEEE Pune Section—discussion and meeting among members to plan upcoming joint activities per the MoU signed between the two sections in 2022. Agenda for April 05, 2024: Refreshment/Dinner and Networking: 6:00 PM-6:30 PM (1) Presentation by IEEE North Jersey Section Chair- Prof. Hong Zhao: 6:30 PM-6:45 PM (2) Presentation by IEEE Pune Section Past Chair and Current AP/MTT/EMC Chair-Prof. G S Mani: 6:45 PM-7:00PM (3) Technical presentation by Prof. GS Mani: 7:00 PM-7:45 PM (4) Discussion and photo session: 7:45 PM-8:00 PM Eureka-participation of 10,000 plus school students in IEEE R10 (India) (I) Humanitarian Projects (II) EPICS in IEEE Projects (III) STEM Activities (IV) YP & WiE Events Speaker: (1) Prof. GS Mani-IEEE Pune Section, (2) Prof Hong Zhao-IEEE North Jersey Section, (3) and Dr. Ajay Poddar-IEEE North Jersey Section Co-sponsored by: IEEE North Jersey and IEEE Pune Section Speaker(s): Prof. G. S. Mani, Prof. Hong Zhao, Dr. Ajay Poddar Agenda: Agenda for April 05, 2024: Refreshment/Dinner and Networking: 6:00 PM-6:30 PM (1) Presentation by IEEE North Jersey Section Chair- Prof. Hong Zhao: 6:30 PM-6:45 PM (2) Presentation by IEEE Pune Section Past Chair and Current AP/MTT/EMC Chair-Prof. G S Mani: 6:45 PM-7:00PM (3) Technical presentation by Prof. GS Mani: 7:00 PM-7:45 PM (4) Q/A and discussions and photo session: 7:45 PM-8:00 PM Eureka-participation of 10,000 plus school students in IEEE R10 (India) (I) Humanitarian Projects (II) EPICS in IEEE Projects (III) STEM Activities (IV) YP & WiE Events Speaker: (1) Prof. GS Mani-IEEE Pune Section, (2) Prof Hong Zhao-IEEE North Jersey Section, (3) and Dr. Ajay Poddar-IEEE North Jersey Section Room: M105, Bldg: Muscarelle Center , 1000 River Rd , Teaneck, New Jersey, United States, 07666, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415835

The Syracuse Section sponsoring and judging special awards for the CNY Science and Technology Fair. We are seeking IEEE members to help us judge the science fair and present these awards: Name: IEEE Awards in Electrical & Computer Engineering (5) Eligibility: All Projects (Junior Level or Senior Level) Award Type: Individual Projects Only, No Teams Award: (5) $50 Cash Awards ($250 Total) All judges should report to the MOST between 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM. Judge Orientation will begin no later than 8:45 AM. Complimentary coffee & pre-packaged breakfast snacks will be available during this time. The judging period will conclude between 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM. Judges are free to depart at that time, but are also welcome to attend the CNYSEF Awards Ceremony at approximately 1:30 PM. 500 S Franklin St, Syracuse, New York, United States, 13202

Moiré superlattices are formed when two van der Waals layers are stacked vertically with a controlled twist angle. Transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) are semiconductor building blocks with highly tunable optical properties. After reviewing some early studies, I will discuss the limitations of TMD-based moiré superlattices and propose twisted hBN substrates as a new approach to expand the strategy of moiré engineering to a broader range of photonic materials. I will show how the ferroelectric domains of the twisted hBN substrate can be used to modulate the optical properties of TMD monolayers. Co-sponsored by: Advanced Science Research Center - the Graduate Center - City University of New York Speaker(s): XIAOQIN ELAINE LI Room: Auditorium, Bldg: ASRC , 85 St. Nicholas Terrace, New York, New York, United States, 10031, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/416085

This talk primarily focuses on integrating cutting-edge nanomaterials and polymers into planar microwave structures, a strategy promising considerable sensor technology advancements. These materials, characterized by their unique properties, have the potential to significantly enhance the sensitivity, selectivity, and resolution of microwave sensors. Such enhancements enable these sensors to effectively function within the high-frequency, high-bandwidth landscape of emerging 5G and 6G applications. Co-sponsored by: IEEE North Jersey Section Speaker(s): Mohammad Hossein Zarifi Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415841

Section Activities Agenda: Review Secretary and Treasury reports Discuss Affinity Group Activities - Consultant Networks, WIE, YP and PACE Review technical society activities - AP/MTT/UFFC, ComSoc/SP, Computyer/SMC, PES, PELS Review committee activities - Membership, Entrepreneur Society, Industry Liason, Student Activities Old Business New Business Room: Wilson 217, Maxcy Hall, 300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, Connecticut, United States, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415692

[] Prof. Shlomi Dolev, Executive Director of the BGU-Negev Hi-Tech Faculty Startup Accelerator, will present on Post Quantum Internet. The need for a post-quantum Internet is emerging, and this is a great opportunity to re-examine the legacy of public key infrastructure. There is a need for perspective on the evolution of cryptography over the years, including the perfect information-theoretical secure schemes and the computationally secure schemes, in particular. There is also a need to examine the evolving Internet infrastructure to identify efficient design and secure cryptographic schemes over the existing Internet infrastructure. A combination of overlay security, blockchain, and Merkle trees with Lamport’s signatures offers just such an easily implementable post-quantum Internet over the existing Internet. The talk will cover recent research that resulted in start-ups creation initiatives, including Secret Double Octopus, SecretSkyDB, SodsBC. Speaker(s): Prof. Shlomi Dolev, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/414083

IEEE at SBU is holding our second FoodIEEEs Fundraiser! Come get some delicious onigiri $10 for 2 or $6 for 1! We have spicy mayo tuna, shrimp, egg, and plain. Egg and plain will have furikake with it! Room: Lobby, Student Activities Center, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

Abstract for 360 Mentoring talk: Plants appear to grow effortlessly all around us except in Deserts and Rocks. But, when you try to grow them, you face a lot of challenges, even to maintain established trees. I bought my house with 17 productive fruit trees, none left now. Who attends to them in the forest? Animals, birds, insects and even “other plants” help the forest thrive. Growing and maintaining Careers is the same thing. Just getting a degree, landing a job, and executing assignments does not guarantee a successful career. A lot of nurturing goes into it. Many who have become successful will often give credit to their mentors for many of their accomplishments. This presentation will attempt to offer an insight into finding and making the most of mentors throughout your Engineering Journey. Topics: 1. Engineering Journey 2. Plants Vs Mentoring 3. Influencers of your Journey – Sponsors Vs Mentors, Who are Influencers ? 4. Mentoring 360 Concept 5. Challenges faced by College Students 6. Different types of Mentors for Students 7. Rules of the Game for Student Mentees 8. Summer Internship Basics 9. Making the most of Internships 10.360 Mentoring Summary and Conclusion Co-sponsored by: Anisha Apte Speaker(s): Chitra Bldg: Gateway South 122, Hoboken, New Jersey, United States

This seminar will discuss the driving motivations for and technical approaches to photonic integration, by Dr. Daniel Renner, Distinguished Lecturer of the IEEE Photonics Society. Speaker(s): Daniel Renner Agenda: 6:00 pm Networking starts 6:15 pm Light meals served 7:00 pm Seminar starts Bldg: Forbes Rd. Cafeteria, MIT Lincoln Laboratory, 3 Forbes Rd, Lexington, Massachusetts, United States, 02421

Join IEEE at SBU for Workshop 10 of the OPS Workshop Series to learn how to use an H-bridge to control motors, PID controllers, and some maze-solving algorithm basics![] Room: 175, Light Engineering, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

The IEEE Long Island Section Life Member Affinity Group is holding a meeting and inviting retired and senior engineers as well as all interested parties. The meeting will be in the Jericho Public Library, 1 Merry Lane, Jericho, NY 11753, on Monday, April 12, 2024, between 10 AM – 12 PM. Featured Speaker – George A. Sullivan, retired Technical Fellow at Northrop Grumman Topic - Systems & Circuits that Support Sacred Music over the Centuries Speaker(s): George Sullivan, Agenda: Abstract – - Discussion of the setting and acoustics to enhance musical performances. - Evolution of classical organs from their mechanical origins - Pre-electric mechanisms - Sound, size & shape of organ pipes - Application of electric technology to pipe organs - Electronic (pipeless) organs - Loudspeaker systems - Church bell and chime devices Bldg: Jericho Public Library, 1 Merry Lane, Jericho, New York, United States, 11753

Special Presentation by Junaid Islam Hosted by the Future Networks INGR Security and Privacy Working Group Date/Time: Friday, April 12th, 2024 @ 10am CDT / 11am EDT Talk Title: The Increasing Threats Of State Sponsored Cyberattacks Short Bio: Junaid Islam has 35 years of experience in secure communications. His protocols, algorithms and architectures have been incorporated into a broad range of commercial and US national security networks. Junaid began his career in the late 80s as an Expeditionary Communications Technician. In the 90s he developed the first implementation of Multi-Level Precedence and Preemption (MLPP) for US Department of Defense C2 applications using Frame Relay at StrataCom. At Cisco Junaid contributed to the priority queuing and buffer management for MPLS routing. Junaid next developed the first working Mobile IPv6 client to enable fast hand-off as well as IPv6 address scrambling for high side networks for the DoD’s Netcentric Warfare program. Most recently Junaid developed the first network-based Zero Trust Architecture using Software Defined Perimeter (SDP) which was adopted by NIST for their Zero Trust specification 800-207. Currently Junaid is developing new protocols for secure Smart City applications such as Energy and Transportation systems. Additionally Junaid also developed a new packet scheduling algorithm for wireless communications that integrates priority, network load and RF interference data. This new algorithm will be incorporated by NASA to enable multi-hop space communications. https://junaidislam.org/ Co-sponsored by: IEEE Future Networks Speaker(s): Junaid Islam Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/416815

Join IEEE at SBU for a company tour at Zebra Technologies! Hosted in collaboration with Zebra Technologies, NSBE, ASME, ColorStack, Stony Brook University Career center, SASE, AIAA, WiCS, TBP, SWE, and SHPE. 1 Zebra Plaza, Holtsville, New York, United States, 11742

Each year, the Syracuse University Electrical Engineering (EE) and Computer Engineering (CE) students demonstrate their projects at engineering open house in April. The department has a monetary award for the best project (the William Piel award) and the Syracuse Section funds awards for second and third place. The Section is seeking members and qualified guests to help us judge the SU Senior Design projects. Room: Atrium, Bldg: Life Sciences Complex, 107 College Pl, Syracuse, New York, United States, 13210

Join us for an insightful panel discussion that delves into the diverse aspects of industry and academia. Gain valuable perspectives from experts from multiple sectors and deepen your understanding of the unique characteristics that define each environment. This event is open to all and promises to offer valuable insights for students, professionals, and anyone interested in these two distinct realms. Mark your calendars and come prepared with your questions and engage in this enriching conversation. Speaker(s): Dr Brett BuSha, Dr Harini Sampath, Shubha, Dr Ira Pitel Agenda: 5.30 PM EST : Panel Discussion "Exploring Contrasts Between Industry and Academia" 6:30 PM EST : Pizza and Networking Room: 120 ABC, Bldg: Rutgers University Busch Student Center , 604 Bartholomew Rd, Piscataway, New Jersey, United States, 08854

Together IEEE TryEngineering and Keysight are Inspiring the Engineers of Tomorrow! Keysight’s commitment to workforce development through pre-university STEM outreach is strong. IEEE TryEngineering and Keysight have partnered to build awareness of engineering through the promotion of key lesson plans as well as the development of needed lessons around electronics and the power of simulations. We are excited to announce the new (https://tryengineering.org/keysight-technologies/) showcasing fourteen lessons sponsored by Keysight, including a new lesson, Light Up Name Badge. To celebrate (https://educationweek.ieee.org/), join us April 17 at 10:30 AM ET for a webinar, (https://www.airmeet.com/e/322c78a0-d743-11ee-9653-eb0c61bee0ec), to learn more about this partnership, the sponsor lesson and dive into the new lesson as well. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/409934

Experience the winds of change sweeping through the Telco industry in our informative webinar. Witness a comprehensive transformation of business models and services portfolios as Telcos embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a cornerstone of innovation. Join us as we delve into the world of AI in the Telco space, exploring its vast potential and diverse applications. From intelligent network management to enhanced customer experiences, AI is revolutionizing the industry, paving the way for a future of unprecedented opportunities. Discover how Telcos harness AI's power to drive efficiency, improve decision-making, and deliver cutting-edge services to their customers. Don't miss this engaging session that unravels the impact of AI in shaping the Telco industry's future * This event will be recorded Co-sponsored by: IEEE Future Networks Speaker(s): Karim Rabie Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413462

In this talk, I will present a detailed research topic about AI Cybersecurity. Our group proposed an advanced gradient-based approach for mitigation of adversarial attacks in Deep Neural Networks (DNN). The proposed approach adopted a random distortion transformation defense method called RDG (Random Distortion over Grids) and we combined it with non-linear defenses to thwart adversarial attacks. Extensive evaluation demonstrated the efficiency of this state-of-art defense approach. Co-sponsored by: Fairleigh Dickinson University Speaker(s): Dr. Meikang Qiu, Agenda: In this talk, I will present a detailed research topic about AI Cybersecurity. Our group proposed an advanced gradient-based approach for mitigation of adversarial attacks in Deep Neural Networks (DNN). The proposed approach adopted a random distortion transformation defense method called RDG (Random Distortion over Grids) and we combined it with non-linear defenses to thwart adversarial attacks. Extensive evaluation demonstrated the efficiency of this state-of-art defense approach. Room: M105, Bldg: Muscarelle Center, M105, , 1000 River Road , Teaneck , New Jersey, United States, 07666, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/408037

Annual Meeting to discuss plans for 2024 note meeting day has been changed to avoid solar eclipse Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415441

"You have your first job. Now, how do you start your career?" In this presentation you will define what career growth looks like for you, how to build key skills and knowledge, understand the importance of networking and goal setting, identify challenges and learn tips for overcoming them. Speaker(s): Priyanka Raut 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/409067

Special Presentation by Prof. Petar Popovski (Aalborg University, Denmark) Hosted by the Future Networks Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML) Working Group Date/Time: Thursday, April 18th, 2024 @ 12:00 UTC Topic: Learning and Intelligence over Weak Communication Links Abstract: Besides the fascinating questions on how to train increasingly capable Machine Learning (ML) models and explain their behavior, there is a suite of highly relevant challenges that emerge when ML models become elements of distributed connected systems and networks. A popular instance of this set of problems is federated learning. The first part of the talk will present a federated learning setup over LEO satellite constellation. It will be seen that the predictability of satellite movement can be used to speed up the training process. The second part will deal with a model for supervised learning in which Alice has access to abundant data features but does not have the labels, while Bob is able to provide a correct label for any data point. Alice is connected to Bob through a low-rate communication link and the talk will present strategies that combine active learning and data compression that enable Alice to get the labels. Finally, the third part of the talk discusses generative network layer of communication protocols. This is implemented in an intermediate network node that contains a Generative AI module. When the link to the source is weak, instead of waiting for packets to be routed, the node can generate the packets that need to be sent to the destination. Generative network layer is an early step towards the potential changes in communication protocols based on increasingly capable AI. Co-sponsored by: IEEE Future Networks Speaker(s): Prof. Petar Popovski Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413460

As glass is gaining a lot of attention and momentum as a state of the art semiconductor packaging technology, industry is looking to complete the supply chain to enable this promising technology. Several advances have been made in the field of metallizing glass core through vias, and in today’s presentation, we will discuss several options and MKS’ take on delivering a manufacturable solution. We will discuss options for seed layer deposition and highlight the MKS wet metallization technique that allows us to directly plate on glass. We will also go over several options for electrolytic plating of the bulk copper conductor for the through glass vias. Co-sponsored by: Habib Hichiri Speaker(s): Jobert van Eisden, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/412596

Come learn basic Arduino and basic wall-following for a basic Micromouse with IR sensors! Room: 175, Light Engineering, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

Secrets to Career Success IEEE Providence Section is bringing back an engaging talk full of practical tips that aspiring engineers of all specialties can apply immediately to stand out from the crowd and accelerate their career growth. Successful colleagues shared the high-impact skills they learned the hard way in their first few years on the job. Their insights form the core of this must-see talk for aspiring professionals! Andy Willner, M.S., P.E. is Managing Director of CÆDENCE Consulting LLC; his team engages directly with clients’ teams to resolve pressing issues and offers business and technical skills workshops & coaching to drive sustainable improvements. Andy honed his expertise in developing engineering talent over a career leading successful new product development teams at Sensata Technologies and Texas Instruments. He has degrees from Cornell, Binghamton, and NTU. Andy has 8 patents and is a Massachusetts registered professional engineer. (https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fandy-willner-p-e-508792%2F&data=05%7C02%7Caruocco%40rwu.edu%7Cd446317cca5447210f1508dc482b2730%7Cd84edea239e2410aa672331c49c8c4e2%7C0%7C0%7C638464597379056001%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=RMVvLYfcBqSs0HqymX31GuLcx5GSZLaXcW%2FctRpcgr4%3D&reserved=0) | (https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.caedenceconsulting.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7Caruocco%40rwu.edu%7Cd446317cca5447210f1508dc482b2730%7Cd84edea239e2410aa672331c49c8c4e2%7C0%7C0%7C638464597379065546%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=%2FZhXANHbFSf93T7AyHK%2FnoWDvK%2BSEo0fLoZiWhSK07U%3D&reserved=0) | (https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Fcaedenceconsulting%2F&data=05%7C02%7Caruocco%40rwu.edu%7Cd446317cca5447210f1508dc482b2730%7Cd84edea239e2410aa672331c49c8c4e2%7C0%7C0%7C638464597379073013%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WpVPamSltlFvaGSXakjmknF4y%2F2PkRnY4qUeMh%2FePnE%3D&reserved=0) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413773

2024 is another great year for the Syracuse Section of the IEEE. We have a new 2024 IEEE Fellow from our Syracuse membership! Professor Qinru Qiu, in Syracuse University's College of Engineering and Computer Science, has been elevated to Fellow status, which is the highest professional designation in the IEEE. Less than 0.1% of IEEE membership is elevated to Fellow status annually. Professor Qiu's is recognized by the Council on Electronic Design Automation (CEDA) for contributions to the modeling and optimization of energy-efficient computing systems. Our evening celebration will start with registration and social hour (cash bar) at 5:30pm and buffet dinner at 6:30pm. After dinner, our new Fellow Prof. Qiu will give a brief overview of her research. Registration is available up to the day of the event (4/18) and the fee is not required at the time of registration. However, please register by 4/12 so we have an accurate count. Payment through this webpage can be made by credit card or paypal. On 4/18, the fee can only be paid by check or cash. Note: For more information about our new IEEE Fellow please refer to this Syracuse University News: https://ecs.syracuse.edu/about/news/electrical-engineering-and-computer-science-professor-qinru-qiu-recognized-as-ieee-fellow Picture from 2023 IEEE Fellows Night Speaker(s): Qinru Qiu Agenda: 5:15pm - Registration Desk Opens 5:30pm - Social Hour with Cash Bar 6:30pm - Buffet Dinner 7:30pm - Welcome and Introduction of Speaker 8:30pm - Conclusion Room: Comstock Ballroom, Bldg: FREE parking at the Sheraton Garage, SHERATON SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER, 801 University Avenue, Syracuse, New York, United States, 13201

Photonic Time Crystals and Parametric Amplification: similarity and distinction I investigate Photonic Time crystals (PTCs) and compare it with the second and third order parametric processes. The main difference is found in boundary conditions – otherwise the processes are quite similar. The PTC is in its heart a parametric process in which modulation of permittivity using second or third order optical nonlinearity causes simultaneous generation of signal and idler photons with energy conservation maintained. The main difference between PTC and conventional parametric processes – OPA, PC, FWM is in the boundary conditions. In conventional parametric processes signal and idler frequencies remain unchanged inside and outside modulated region as only wavevectors can change. For PTC the situation at the temporary boundary is the opposite and while wavevector is maintained before, during, and after time modulation interval, the frequency changes and the conjugated (or time reversed) wave outside the modulation interval have the same frequency as the incident signal. While dispersion curves for OPA and PTC are identical, in PTC one can couple the signal into the bandgap and achieve exponential amplification. That being said, the overall amplification is similar for OPA and PTC – slowly decaying as signal frequency is detuned from the central frequency. For moderate values of modulation, the OPA actually holds advantage over PTC due to the presence of feedback in space that is obviously impossible in time. It is only when modulation becomes very strong that one can potentially observe the salient feature of PTC – strong amplification within bandgap and almost no amplification outside of it. In terms of amplification bandwidth, the PTC in which signal and idler are counterpropagating will never match the performance of existing conventional OPAs with copropagating waves in which the parametric gain bandwidth can exceed an octave when dispersion engineering is employed. Counterpropagating scheme does allow wider angular range which may become relevant when amplifying spontaneous emission. In order to observe most of the features of PTC it is not really necessary to operate with ultrafast nonlinearity. Using a relatively slow but strong nonlinearity with response time on the scale of propagation time, i.e. anywhere from a few hundreds of femtoseconds to a few picoseconds (which can be obtained in TCO, a low temperature growth semiconductor, or intersubband transition in a quantum well) will provide one with a simple way to get all the input-output characteristics of PTC without actually having a bandgap in k-space. Co-sponsored by: Advanced Science Research Center - the Graduate Center - City University of New York Speaker(s): Jacob B. Khurgin Agenda: The second part of the seminar: Why do the refractive indexes of different materials differ so little and are also so difficult to change? Abstract: For too long the functionality of optical devices and systems has been severely restricted by the very limited range of refractive indices at the disposal of designers. These limitations become especially constricting in the currently most active areas of optics – integrated photonics, photonic crystals, metamaterials and metasurfaces. A simple increase of the value of refractive index by 50% can result in disproportionally large improvement in performance (i.e. smaller size, less cross-talk, higher resolution, and so on, depending on application) With that in mind, I explore what are the fundamental limits that limit the scope of refractive indices as a function of wavelength, explain why higher index materials have not yet materialized and point out a few tentative directions for the search of these elusive materials, be they natural or artificial. In the second part of the talk, I investigate a closely related issue: changing refractive index to achieve effective modulation. There exist many methods of index modulation, starting with Pockels and Kerr electro-optic effects, acousto-optic and opto-mechanical effect, optical nonlinearities, thermal, carrier injection/depletion, etc. In my talk I will try to provide a comprehensive analysis that will show that independent of the modulation technique, one must supply and maintain (but not necessarily dissipate) anywhere between few times 103 and 105 J/cm3 of energy in order to achieve relative index change on the order of 50-100% (with energy requirements increasing in sync with the increase of operating frequency). The general conclusion is that unless radically new material systems are developed, the improvement of the performance of existing modulation techniques will have evolutionary rather than revolutionary character with no order of magnitude improvement in sight. I will try to argue for using collective effects and fast phase transitions to achieve future breakthroughs. Room: Auditorium, Bldg: ASRC , 85 St. Nicholas Terrace, New York, New York, United States, 10031, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/416067

Join IEEE at SBU for Workshop 10 of the OPS Workshop Series to learn how to use an H-bridge to control motors, PID controllers, and some maze-solving algorithm basics![] Room: 175, Light Engineering, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

Executive board meeting to plan for Spring 2024 Room: 175, Bldg: Light Engineering, Light Engineering, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

IEEE Distinguished Lecture Improved reinforcement learning with applications in robotics, games, and quantum engineering Daoyi Dong, Ph.D. ARC Future Fellow and Professor, IEEE Fellow School of Engineering, Australian National University Place: Room ECE 202, NJIT, Newark, NJ ZOOM (for online attendees): https://montclair.zoom.us/j/2423669227 Time: 10:30 am -12:00 pm, Monday, April 22, 2024 (Eastern Time) Host: MengChu Zhou, Ph.D. & Dist. Professor, NJIT and Weitian Wang, Ph.D. & Associate Professor, Montclair State University ABSTRACT Reinforcement learning (RL) addresses the problem of how an autonomous active agent can learn to approximate an optimal behavioral strategy while interacting with its environment. It has been widely applied in various areas including artificial intelligence, control engineering, operations research, and robotics. In this lecture, I will introduce several improved reinforcement learning algorithms including incremental reinforcement learning, quantum reinforcement learning, and quantum-inspired deep reinforcement learning. I will also demonstrate several applications of these improved reinforcement learning algorithms in robotics, games, and quantum engineering. Dr. Daoyi Dong (S’05-M’06-SM’11-F’23) is currently a Professor at the Australian National University. Before moving to the Australian National University, he had worked at the University of New South Wales, Australia for 15 years. He was with the Academy of Mathematics and Systems Science, Chinese Academy of Sciences and Zhejiang University. He had/has visiting positions at Princeton University, USA, RIKEN, Japan, the University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, University of Duisburg-Essen, Germany, the University of Sydney, and the University of Melbourne, Australia. He received a B.E. degree in automatic control and a Ph.D. degree in engineering from the University of Science and Technology of China, in 2001 and 2006, respectively. His research interests include machine learning, quantum control, system identification, and renewable energy. He has published over 120 journal papers in leading journals including IEEE Transactions (40+), Nature Human Behaviour, Physical Review Letters, and Automatica, and more than 60 conference papers. He was awarded an ACA Temasek Young Educator Award by the Asian Control Association and is a recipient of a Future Fellowship, an International Collaboration Award, a Discovery International Award and an Australian Post-Doctoral Fellowship from the Australian Research Council, a Humboldt Research Fellowship from the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation in Germany, and a Scientia Fellowship from the University of New South Wales. Prof Dong was elevated as an IEEE Fellow for contributions to quantum systems control and reinforcement learning. He currently serves as an Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Cybernetics and IEEE/CAA Journal of Automatica Sinica. He was an Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Neural Networks and Learning Systems, a Technical Editor of IEEE/ASME Transactions on Mechatronics and a Guest Editor of Annual Reviews in Control. He is a Member-at-Large of Board of Governors, and was the Associate Vice President for Conferences & Meetings, IEEE Systems, Man and Cybernetics Society. He was the founding chair of IEEE Control Systems Society ACT/NSW Joint Chapter, the founding chair of IEEE Systems, Man and Cybernetics Society ACT Chapter, the founding chair of Technical Committee on Quantum Computing, Systems and Control, IEEE Control Systems Society, and the founding chair of Technical Committee on Quantum Cybernetics, IEEE Systems, Man and Cybernetics Society. He has also served as General Chair or Program Chair for several international conferences, and as a member of Fellow Evaluating Committee of IEEE Technology and Engineering Management Society. Room ECE 202, NJIT, Newark, New Jersey, United States, 07102, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413238

Complex manipulation tasks combine low-level sensorimotor primitives, such as grasping, pushing, and simple arm movements, with high-level reasoning skills, such as deciding which object to grasp next and where to place it. While low-level sensorimotor primitives have been extensively studied in robotics, learning how to perform high-level task planning is relatively less explored. In this talk, I will present a unified framework for learning both low and high-level skills in an end-to-end manner from visual demonstrations of tasks performed by humans. The focus is on tasks that require manipulating several objects in sequence. The presented new techniques not only enhance current robotic capabilities but also set the stage for future advancements where robots can autonomously perform complex tasks in dynamic environments, further closing the gap between human and robotic task execution. Speaker(s): Abdeslam Boularias Room: 202, Bldg: ECE, ECE Building @NJIT, Newark, New Jersey, United States, 07102

Overview: Multiscale Manufacturing-Inspection and Failure Analysis Methods for Electronics This meeting will cover laboratory techniques and test methods for a variety of samples from components to PCBA’s and whole commercial devices. A number of familiar analytical techniques will be discussed and demonstrated related to reliability and process inspection, including visual inspection and standard techniques like Ball Shear, X-ray Imaging, CSAM and other standard composite methods. Additionally, more specialized approaches to Failure Analysis, research, and process development will be demonstrated including use of multiple types of electron microscopes, spectroscopy, and Focused Ion Beam analysis for 3D examination of devices on a nano-scale. Advanced MicroAnalytical is part of the EMSL Analytical network. Coming up on 10 years this May, Advanced MicroAnalytical has been delivering in-depth scientific support for a wide range of industries and sample types. Our staff and analytical capabilities are primed to provide leading edge support for industries including, including manufacturing, micro-electronics, nano-fabrication, aerospace and defense, medical devices and more. This meeting will demonstrate the type of work flow associated with finding and understanding problems that challenge attending members – from initial product development choices, through reliability, product support, and customer facing FA efforts. Advanced MicroAnalytical is located in the hub of technology on the East Coast just north of Boston, MA, in Salem NH. Cost: Members: $25 Non-members: $30 Students/Retired: $10 IEEE and iMAPs Members please contact Mike Jansen [email protected] to receive promo code for discounted rate If you are not an SMTA member, you may click "Continue as Guest" on the registration page. Co-sponsored by: Boston SMTA and iMAPs Speaker(s): Jared Kelly, Chuck Lemieux Agenda: 5:30 PM - Registration 6:00 PM - Dinner 6:30 PM - Presentation 7:30 PM - Tour 9:00 PM - Adjourn Bldg: Unit #4, Advanced MicroAnalytical, 50A Northwestern Drive, Salem, New Hampshire, United States, 03079

Recent interest in joint radar-communications (JRC) has led to the design of novel signal processing techniques to recover information from an overlaid radar-communications signal as well as transmit a common signal for both systems. In this talk, we focus on two important tools for the design and signal processing of JRC systems: learning and sparsity. The interest in learning-based JRC is driven largely by the need to solve difficult nonconvex optimization problems inherent in a JRC design as well as to address the highly dynamic channel environments. Toward fully realizing the coexistence/co-design of both radar and communications, the optimization of resources for both sensing and wireless communications modalities is crucial. But the optimization-based approaches suffer from high computational complexity and their performance strongly relies on factors such as perfect channel conditions, specific constraints, and mobility. In this context, learning techniques provide robust performance at an upfront training cost. We discuss applying learning to various JRC aspects including channel estimation, antenna selection, resource allocation, and wideband beamforming. The second half of the talk focuses on exploiting sparsity in a general spectral coexistence scenario, wherein the channels and transmit signals of both radar and communications systems are unknown at the receiver. In this dual-blind deconvolution (DBD) problem, a common receiver admits a multi-carrier wireless communications signal that is overlaid with the radar signal reflected off multiple targets. The communications and radar channels are represented by continuous-valued range-time and Doppler velocities of multiple transmission paths and multiple targets. We exploit the sparsity of both channels to solve the highly ill-posed DBD problem by casting it into a sum of multivariate atomic norms (SoMAN) minimization. Toward the end of the talk, we focus on highlighting emerging JRC scenarios, particularly at mm-Wave and THz frequencies, vehicular applications, distributed radar-communications networks, intelligent surfaces, and aerial channels. Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE Program Speaker(s): Kumar Vijay Mishra Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/406564

Bill Ochs will talk about how he went from being an undergraduate student at Fairleigh Dickinson University to managing the design, construction, launch, and the on-orbit operations of the largest observatory to ever be launched into space, the James Webb Space Telescope. Bill will also discuss some of the challenges which had to be overcome on the road to mission success and show some of the latest space images. Failure was simply not an option for the James Webb Telescope! Co-sponsored by: Fairleigh Dickinson University Speaker(s): Mr. Bill Ochs, Agenda: Bill Ochs will talk about how he went from being an undergraduate student at Fairleigh Dickinson University to managing the design, construction, launch, and the on-orbit operations of the largest observatory to ever be launched into space, the James Webb Space Telescope. Bill will also discuss some of the challenges which had to be overcome on the road to mission success and show some of the latest space images. Failure was simply not an option for the James Webb Telescope! Room: BEC208, Bldg: Becton Hall, 1000 River Rd., Teaneck, New Jersey, United States, 07666, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415921

In this engaging and informative session, Dr. Raj Vayyavur will delve into the exciting realm of utilizing Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance consulting performance. With a special focus on cutting-edge technologies like ChatGPT, MS CoPilot, and other innovative AI solutions, attendees will gain valuable insights into how AI is transforming the consulting landscape. Dr. Vayyavur will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to this session, providing practical examples and case studies to illustrate the transformative power of AI in consulting. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the world of consulting by harnessing the potential of AI. Audience: This session is ideal for consultants, professionals in the consulting field, AI enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the intersection of AI and consulting. Join us for a captivating exploration of how AI can elevate consulting performance and lead to more effective and impactful consulting engagements. Speaker(s): Dr. Raj Vayyavur, Agenda: - Welcome and Introduction - Overview of AI in Consulting - ChatGPT and MS CoPilot: Technologies and Applications - AI-Powered Consulting Tools and Platforms - Case Studies and Real-World Examples - Interactive Q&A Session - Closing Remarks and Networking Opportunity Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/400812

Refreshments (pizza and beverages) with socialization will start at 5:30 PM. The technical talk will be from 6:00 - 7:00 PM. Speaker(s): , Anthony Grbic Room: Cafeteria , MIT Lincoln Laboratory , 3 Forbes Rd , Lexington, Massachusetts, United States, 02421

Join IEEE at SBU to make a boat out of cardboard and duct tape at Roth Regatta! Room: 175, Light Engineering, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

- Means of converting AC to DC - Brief history of switch-mode power - Basic switch-mode power circuit - SCR vs. SMR - Advantages to using SMR technology for battery charging - - Size and Weight - Modularity - Redundancy - Efficiency - Hot-swappable components Speaker(s): Mark Agenda: The seminar fee includes lunch, refreshments and handouts. Non-members joining IEEE within 30 days of the seminar will be rebated 50% of the IEEE registration charge. Four hours of instruction will be provided. If desired, IEEE Continuing Education Units (0.4 CEUs) will be offered for this course - a small fee of $55 will be required for processing. Please pay attention to the “Registration Fee” and choose the appropriate choice either with or without CEUs. CEU Evaluation Form can be found at: (https://innovationatwork.ieee.org/ieee-pes-northjersey-certificates/) At this time, our attendance is being limited to fifty (50). Please only register if you know you are going to attend, and you must be registered to participate. Room: Greenbrook Conference Room, Bldg: PSE&G - Cragwood Road Facility, 40 Cragwood Road, South Plainfield, New Jersey, United States, 07080

Recent advances in AI have convinced a growing number of experts that these technologies will have a profound impact on the nature of work. But questions of the depth and breadth of this impact remain unanswered: Will AI support or replace workers? Which sectors will be most affected? Are there policies that can improve outcomes for workers in the age of AI? On Thursday, April 25, the Brookings (https://www.brookings.edu/centers/center-on-regulation-and-markets/) will host an event on the transformative impact of AI on labor markets. Panelists Daron Acemoglu (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), Daniel Susskind (Oxford University and King’s College London), and Russell Wald (Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence) will begin with a conversation moderated by Anton Korinek (University of Virginia) on the most recent advances in AI and their potential implications for the workforce. We will then explore strategies for steering the labor market effects of AI in a desirable direction in the near term, focusing on policies and practices that can help workers adapt to changing job requirements and ensure that the benefits of AI are distributed broadly. Finally, we will analyze the medium- to long-term threat of AI reaching human-level capabilities, and we will examine how to maintain shared prosperity in a world in which labor markets may experience more fundamental disruption. This event is a part of the Center on Regulation and Markets Series “(https://www.brookings.edu/tags/the-economics-and-regulation-of-artificial-intelligence-and-emerging-technologies/).” Viewers can join the conversation and ask questions of the speakers by emailing [email protected] or on X/Twitter using the hashtag #AIandLabor. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/418079

COURSE DESCRIPTION Course Kick-off / Orientation Thursday, April 18, 6:00PM – 6:30PM. Live Workshops: 6:00PM – 7:30PM, Thursdays, April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23 Registration is open through the last live workshop date. Live workshops are recorded for later use. Attendees will have access to the recorded session and exercises for two months (until July 23, 2024) after the live session ends! Registration Fees: IEEE Member Fee (by April 11th): $190.00 IEEE Member Fee (after April 11th): $285.00 IEEE Non-Member Fee (by April 11th): $210.00 IEEE Non-Member Fee (after April 11th) $315.00 Decision to run/cancel course: Friday, April 12, 2024 COURSE DESCRIPTION New Format Combining Live Workshops with Pre-recorded Video This is a hands-on course providing pre-recorded lectures that students can watch on their own schedule and an unlimited number of times prior to live Q&A/Workshop sessions with the instructor. Ten 1.5 hour videos released 2 per week while the course is in session will be available for up to two months after the conclusion of the course. Course Summary This course is a fresh view of the fundamental and practical concepts of digital signal processing applicable to the design of mixed signal design with A/D conversion, digital filters, operations with the FFT, and multi-rate signal processing. This course will build an intuitive understanding of the underlying mathematics through the use of graphics, visual demonstrations, and applications in GPS and mixed signal (analog/digital) modern transceivers. This course is applicable to DSP algorithm development with a focus on meeting practical hardware development challenges in both the analog and digital domains, and not a tutorial on working with specific DSP processor hardware. Now with Jupyter Notebooks! Speaker(s): Dan Boschen, Agenda: Topics / Schedule: Pre-recorded lectures: (3 hours each) will be distributed Friday prior to each week’s workshop dates. Workshop/Q&A Sessions are 6 – 7:30PM on the dates listed below. Kick-off / Orientation: Thursday, April 18, 2024 Class 1: April 25, 2024: Correlation, Fourier Transform, Laplace Transform Class 2: May 2, 2024: Sampling and A/D Conversion, Z –transform, D/A Conversion Class 3: May 9, 2024: IIR and FIR Digital filters, Direct Fourier Transform Class 4: May 16, 2024: May Windowing, Digital Filter Design, Fixed Point vs Floating Point Class 5: May23, 2024: Fast Fourier Transform, Multi-rate Signal Processing, Multi-rate Filters Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/400076

[]Srinivasa Ramanujan FRS 22 December 1887 – 26 April 1920) was an Indian mathematician. Though he had almost no formal training in pure mathematics, he made substantial contributions to mathematical analysis, number theory, infinite series, and continued fractions, including solutions to mathematical problems then considered unsolvable. Ramanujan initially developed his own mathematical research in isolation: according to Hans Eysenck: "He tried to interest the leading professional mathematicians in his work, but failed for the most part. What he had to show them was too novel, too unfamiliar, and additionally presented in unusual ways; they could not be bothered". Seeking mathematicians who could better understand his work, in 1913 he began a postal correspondence with the English mathematician G. H. Hardy at the University of Cambridge, England. Recognising Ramanujan's work as extraordinary, Hardy arranged for him to travel to Cambridge. In his notes, Hardy commented that Ramanujan had produced groundbreaking new theorems, including some that "defeated me completely; I had never seen anything in the least like them before", and some recently proven. During his short life, Ramanujan independently compiled nearly 3,900 results (mostly identities and equations). Many were completely novel; his original and highly unconventional results, such as the Ramanujan prime, the Ramanujan theta function, partition formulae and mock theta functions, have opened entire new areas of work and inspired a vast amount of further research. Of his thousands of results, all but a dozen or two have now been proven correct. The Ramanujan Journal, a scientific journal, was established to publish work in all areas of mathematics influenced by Ramanujan, and his notebooks—containing summaries of his published and unpublished results—have been analysed and studied for decades since his death as a source of new mathematical ideas. As late as 2012, researchers continued to discover that mere comments in his writings about "simple properties" and "similar outputs" for certain findings were themselves profound and subtle number theory results that remained unsuspected until nearly a century after his death. He became one of the youngest Fellows of the Royal Society and only the second Indian member, and the first Indian to be elected a Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge. Of his original letters, Hardy stated that a single look was enough to show they could have been written only by a mathematician of the highest calibre, comparing Ramanujan to mathematical geniuses such as Euler and Jacobi. In 1919, ill health compelled Ramanujan's return to India, where he died in 1920 at the age of 32. His last letters to Hardy, written in January 1920, show that he was still continuing to produce new mathematical ideas and theorems. His "lost notebook", containing discoveries from the last year of his life, caused great excitement among mathematicians when it was rediscovered in 1976. A deeply religious Hindu,Ramanujan credited his substantial mathematical capacities to divinity, and said his family goddess, Namagiri Thayar, revealed his mathematical knowledge to him. He once said, "An equation for me has no meaning unless it expresses a thought of God." Speaker(s): , Discussion Moderator: Sharan Kalwani Agenda: 6:00 PM - Welcome and Introductions, Chapter business update; break 6:05 PM - Movie Start/Presentation 7:20 PM - Q & A; group Discussion 7:30 PM - Wrap Up Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/416631

The research area of metamaterials has captured the imagination of scientists and engineers over the past two decades by allowing unprecedented control of electromagnetic fields. The extreme manipulation of fields has been made possible by the fine spatial control and wide range of material properties that can be attained through subwavelength structuring. Research in this area has resulted in devices which overcome the diffraction limit, render objects invisible, and even break time reversal symmetry. It has also led to flattened and conformal optical systems and ultra-thin antennas. This lecture will identify recent advances in the growing area of metamaterials, with a focus on metasurfaces: two dimensional metamaterials. It will explain what they are, the promise they hold, and how these field-transforming surfaces are forcing the rethinking of electromagnetic/optical design. Electromagnetic metasurfaces are finely patterned surfaces whose intricate patterns/textures dictate their electromagnetic properties. Conventional field-shaping devices, such as lenses in prescription eye glasses or a magnifying glass, require thickness (propagation length) to manipulate electromagnetic waves through interference. In contrast, metasurfaces manipulate electromagnetic waves across negligible thicknesses through surface interactions, by impressing abrupt phase and amplitude discontinuities onto a wavefront. It will be shown how metasurfaces allow the complete transformation of fields across a boundary, and how this unique property is driving a new generation of low-profile electromagnetic and optical devices with unparalleled field control. Please join us at 5:30PM for networking and light refreshments! Co-sponsored by: Syracuse University EECS Department Speaker(s): IEEE MTT-S Distinguished Microwave Lecturer and IEEE Fellow Prof. Anthony Grbic Agenda: 5:30pm: Networking and light refreshments; 6:00pm: Presentation; 7:00pm: Q&A and discussion; Room: CST 4-201, Bldg: FREE PARKING is available! Information to be forwarded to registered attendees on the evening prior to the event., Center for Science and Technology at Syracuse University, 111 College Pl, Syracuse, New York, United States, 13210