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Keynote Bio:Bahareh Chimehi is a Research Project Manager and Data Scientist at Carleton University and the Bruyère Health Research Institute. She holds a Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering from Carleton University, where her master's research led to a U.S. provisional patent for an assistive healthcare technology. Her work focuses on artificial intelligence, digital health, and smart sensing technologies to support independent living and improve healthcare outcomes. Bahareh is passionate about advancing inclusive innovation and empowering the next generation of women in engineering and <a href="http://technology.Bldg:" target="_blank" title="technology.Bldg:">technology.Bldg: Nicole, NI3040, Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

[]Join the IEEE Toronto Instrumentation & Measurement – Robotics & Automation Joint Chapter for a technical talk presented by Dr. Meiying Qin from York <a href="http://University.Thursday" target="_blank" title="University.Thursday">University.Thursday, July 23, 2026 @ 2:00 – 3:00 PM (EST)Abstract:This talk introduces first year CS students to Human Robot Interaction, a field that explores how people perceive, respond to, and collaborate with robots. Through examples ranging from assistive devices to social robots in education and therapy, we will look at how design choices shape human behavior, trust, and engagement. The session highlights why people attribute agency and intention to machines, how embodiment influences compliance, and what these cognitive effects mean for building responsible and effective robotic <a href="http://systems.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="systems.Speaker(s):">systems.Speaker(s): , Meiying Qin, <a href="http://Ph.D.Virtual:" target="_blank" title="Ph.D.Virtual:">Ph.D.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/559756

Underwater wireless sensor networks (UWSNs) have gained increasing attention for civil and defense applications, but underwater environments present major challenges such as dynamic channels, localization difficulties, high delays, limited bandwidth, energy constraints, interference, and strong <a href="http://noise.This" target="_blank" title="noise.This">noise.This work presents a comprehensive survey of UWSN protocols across the physical, MAC, and routing layers, including existing network stacks, underwater modems, and security threats, with emphasis on the Smart Adaptive Long- and Short-range Acoustic (SALSA) stack. Based on the identified research gaps, two main contributions are <a href="http://proposed.First" target="_blank" title="proposed.First">proposed.First, Developed-SALSA (D-SALSA) stack protocols are introduced to improve adaptability, energy efficiency, throughput, and communication reliability. Second, a heterogeneous underwater architecture combining acoustic and optical communication technologies is presented to support high-rate and large-scale data <a href="http://transmission.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="transmission.Speaker(s):">transmission.Speaker(s): Abdallah S GhazyAgenda: 7:00PM - Introduction of IEEE Hamilton Section7:15PM - Presentation8:00PM - Q&A8:15PM - RefreshmentsRoom: Community Room 2, 3070 Neyagawa Blvd, , Oakville,, Ontario, Canada, L6M 0P4

Infrastructure (10 a.m.) and CAE Simulation (1 p.m.)double header on the same day,(Two events, two vTools links, same day)Sunday, 26th of July 2026:This Technology Infrastructure belowfrom 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. USA Eastern Daylight Timevia this vTools Registration page, <a href="https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565509followed" target="_blank" title="https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565509followed">https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565509followed by CAE Simulationfrom 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. USA Eastern Daylight Timevia <a href="https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565502Have" target="_blank" title="https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565502Have">https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565502Have any unsolved issues with technology infrastructure, the combination of systems (including computer hardware and software, as well as facilities where they are installed, and the land in which those facilities are located) and organizations that make technology work?Find insight here:Fields in and outside of science and engineering are welcome, as everyone on Earth is affected by <a href="http://infrastructure.This" target="_blank" title="infrastructure.This">infrastructure.This will be a long talk with summary of the topic followed by a few papers case studies then a long Q&A <a href="http://section.Please" target="_blank" title="section.Please">section.Please note: this meeting will be recorded so that it can be posted for the general public <a href="http://later.Ask" target="_blank" title="later.Ask">later.Ask your questions or give your comments from multiple topics in infrastructure, including of course data centers for artificial intelligence companies, the trade of rare-earth minerals that are used in computer hardware, and any other topics that appear in these case <a href="http://studies.Google" target="_blank" title="studies.Google">studies.Google Meet Live Stream link: <a href="https://meet.google.com/cim-mieu-upsSpeaker(s):" target="_blank" title="https://meet.google.com/cim-mieu-upsSpeaker(s):">https://meet.google.com/cim-mieu-upsSpeaker(s): Sharan Kalwani, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565509

Infrastructure (10 a.m.) and CAE Simulation (1 p.m.)double header on the same day,(Two events, two vTools links, same day)Sunday, 26th of July 2026:Technology Infrastructurefrom 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. USA Eastern Daylight Timevia <a href="https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565509followed" target="_blank" title="https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565509followed">https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565509followed by this CAE Simulation belowfrom 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. USA Eastern Daylight Timevia this vTools Registration page, <a href="https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565502Looking" target="_blank" title="https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565502Looking">https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565502Looking for low-cost open-source CAD/CAE simulation tools or the latest commercial ones? See some tools here:This will be a long talk with summary of the topic followed by a paper for a case study then a long Q&A <a href="http://section.Please" target="_blank" title="section.Please">section.Please note: this meeting will be recorded so that it can be posted for the general public <a href="http://later.The" target="_blank" title="later.The">later.The latest open-source CAD/CAE tools and commercial ones will be shown from multiple engineering <a href="http://fields.Ask" target="_blank" title="fields.Ask">fields.Ask your questions or give your comments from multiple engineering and/or pure-science fields, including, but not limited to, mechanical/materials (including AutoCAD, SolidWorks), chemical, electrical/MEMS (including Cadence, OrCAD, CoventorWare, IntelliSuite, COMSOL), civil/geotechnical (including geographic information systems), and/or pure-science fields (including open-source simulation tools from universities).Google Meet Live Stream link: <a href="https://meet.google.com/cim-mieu-upsSpeaker(s):" target="_blank" title="https://meet.google.com/cim-mieu-upsSpeaker(s):">https://meet.google.com/cim-mieu-upsSpeaker(s): Sharan Kalwani, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/565502

This keynote provides a comprehensive overview of major scientific and technological advances achieved over more than a decade of collaboration between Renault/Ampere and Centrale Nantes–LS2N within an industrial research chair dedicated to electric <a href="http://mobility.The" target="_blank" title="mobility.The">mobility.The research activities presented cover three main interconnected domains in electric mobility systems. The first domain focuses on AC motorand converter control for EV/HEV applications, including sensorless control strategies for AC machines with emphasis on position estimation and torque monitoring, as well as advanced control of DC–AC power converters. The second domain addresses energy management and control strategies for EV/HEV charging and discharging systems. This includes global energy management approaches and DC bus regulation techniques for EV/HEV chargers, and automated generation of VHDL code for embedded control implementation. The third domain concerns the control and optimization of EV/HEV powertrains, including the control of batteryless series hybrid electric vehicles and energy management strategies for electric vehicles powered by fuel cell–supercapacitor hybrid systems. A particular emphasis is placed on the successful transition from academic research to industrial deployment, with several control and estimation algorithms currently exploited by Renault <a href="http://Group.Overall" target="_blank" title="Group.Overall">Group.Overall, the talk aims to synthesize the main research directions developed within the Chair, highlighting how advances in nonlinear control theory contribute directly to next-generation electric mobility <a href="http://systems.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="systems.Speaker(s):">systems.Speaker(s): Malek Ghanes, Room: A2473, Bldg: Pavillon A, École de technologie supérieure, 1100 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3C 1K3

Title: Synchronization Mechanisms in Modern Wireless NetworksAbstract: Synchronization is one of the most fundamental and technically challenging aspects of any cellular communication system. Accurate timing and frequency synchronization are essential for establishing and maintaining reliable communication between user equipment and the network, enabling efficient spectrum utilization, low latency, and robust system performance. This presentation provides an overview of synchronization principles in modern cellular networks and explains their critical role throughout the communication process. It introduces the synchronization framework used in contemporary wireless systems and discusses how synchronization supports key procedures such as cell search, initial access, system information acquisition, and connection establishment. The presentation also highlights the importance of synchronization in advanced network capabilities, including multi-antenna transmission, coordinated communication, and time-sensitive services. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the synchronization mechanisms that enable efficient, reliable, and high-performance operation in today's cellular <a href="http://networks.Bio:" target="_blank" title="networks.Bio:">networks.Bio: Dr. Salari earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering in 2007. His research journey has taken him through several distinguished institutions, including Ontario Tech University, the University of Toronto, Queen’s University, and the Royal Military College of Canada. Transitioning to industry in 2020, he began his career in the wireless communications sector, taking on diverse technical roles across multiple companies. His research interests include wireless communications, digital signal processing, and optimization <a href="http://theory.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="theory.Speaker(s):">theory.Speaker(s): Soheil, Room: S4214, Bldg: Sawyer, RMC, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7K7B4

The energy sector, especially electric power systems, is fundamental to modern society. and is poised to play an increasingly vital role in achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. With approximately 70% of greenhouse gas emissions stemming from energy used by industrial, commercial, institutional, residential, and transportation sectors, decarbonizing their energy supply is essential. Elevating electrification - by shifting from fossil fuels to electricity - emerges as a key strategy, exemplified by electric vehicles, energy-efficient buildings powered by renewables, and industrial process <a href="http://changes.To" target="_blank" title="changes.To">changes.To meet climate goals, the share of electricity in final energy consumption must rise from 20-25% today to 50-60% by 2050. This transition requires integrating large-scale variable renewable energy sources into resilient grids, plus fundamentally transforming system design, planning, and operation. The short timeline presents significant challenges demanding rapid investments, increased intelligence, and enhanced flexibility. The role of metrology for enhancing observability with sufficient accuracy at the distribution grid and coordination between Transmission and Distribution System Operators (TSO/DSO) will be highlighted. This is a critical aspect of the intensified electrification and maintaining the system resilience. The presentation will explore key decarbonization challenges, their impact on power system evolution, and emerging paradigm shifts, with insights and examples from decarbonization in <a href="http://France.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="France.Speaker(s):">France.Speaker(s): Nouredine Hadjsaid, Agenda: Gathering and Networking: 12:00 p.m. – 12:15 p.m., ESTSeminar:12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m., ESTRoom: Event Room, Bldg: Hub350, 350 Legget Drive, Kanata North Technology Park, Kanata , Ontario, Canada, K2K 0G7

Speaker(s): Dr. Sima NoghanianRoom: EIT-3142, Bldg: EIT, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/559755

Please join us for an upcoming AP-S distinguished lecture by Dr. Sima Noghanian, Distinguished Hardware Engineer at CommScope Ruckus <a href="http://Networks.Date:" target="_blank" title="Networks.Date:">Networks.Date: Tuesday, 28 July 2026Time: 3 – 4 pm (ET)Location: University of Toronto, Room BA 2135, Bahen Centre for Information Technology, 40 St George St, Toronto, M5S 2E4Abstract:Wireless power transfer has emerged as a transformative technology. Traditionally, biomedical devices use batteries as a power source. Therefore, every battery replacement requires surgery. The concept of seamlessly delivering power within the human body through implanted coils and antennas has opened a new frontier in healthcare, enabling the development of innovative medical devices and <a href="http://systems.Some" target="_blank" title="systems.Some">systems.Some applications of implanted wireless power transfer technology include implantable medical sensors, monitoring devices, drug delivery systems, and neurostimulators. The implanted coils and antennas ensure these medical devices function optimally without the need for invasive procedures for battery replacement or <a href="http://recharging.When" target="_blank" title="recharging.When">recharging.When it comes to wireless power transfer, there are two major methods used in implanted devices. One is magnetic field coupling, which uses coils, and the second method involves electromagnetic waves transferred through antennas. The development of these components demands careful consideration of factors such as miniaturization, biocompatibility, and efficient power transfer over varying distances and orientations within the human body. Magnetic coupling offers high power transfer efficiency but is limited by the depth at which power can be effectively transferred. Beyond a certain depth, efficiency drops significantly. Radiative power transfer via electromagnetic waves can transfer power over larger distances, but its efficiency may become very <a href="http://low.An" target="_blank" title="low.An">low.An interesting research topic is how to take advantage of both methods to extend the range of power transfer while optimizing power transfer efficiency. Another primary focus in this field is the development of safe and efficient systems that comply with safety regulations. Particularly, the regulated levels of exposure in terms of Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) are critical considerations in the design and implementation of these <a href="http://technologies.To" target="_blank" title="technologies.To">technologies.To improve power transfer efficiency, careful modeling and simulation of these devices is essential, as well as rigorous testing in phantom and laboratory environments. This talk aims to explore some of these topics, considering the significance, challenges, and potential of wireless power transfer technology for implanted <a href="http://devices.Biography:Sima" target="_blank" title="devices.Biography:Sima">devices.Biography:Sima Noghanian is currently a Distinguished Hardware Engineer at CommScope Ruckus Networks. She was a consultant with Neuspera Medical Inc and StrokeDx. Dr. Noghanian received a Ph.D. from the University of Manitoba in 2001 and a Postdoctoral Fellowship from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada, which she held at the University of Waterloo. From 2002 to 2018, she served as an Electrical Engineering faculty member at the Sharif University of Technology, Iran (2002), the University of Manitoba, Canada (2003–2008), and the University of North Dakota, USA (2008–2018). She also served as the Chair of the Electrical Engineering Department at the University of North Dakota (2014–2016). She was an Electromagnetic Application Engineer with PADT Inc. (2019–2020) and a Principal Antenna Design Engineer at Wafer LLC (2020–2021).Dr. Noghanian is a senior member of IEEE, a fellow of the Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society (ACES), and a senior member of URSI Commissions B and K. Dr. Noghanian currently serves as the Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation, IEEE Open Journal of Antennas and Propagation, IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine, IET Microwave, Antennas and Propagation, Frontiers in Antennas and Propagation, and as an area editor for the Elsevier International Journal of Electronics and Communications. She was a member of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) Administration Committee (2023–2025), Chair of the Technical Committee on Antenna Measurement (TCAM, 2024–2025). She is currently a member of the Technical Committee Health and Medicine, the Vice Chair of the AP-S Constitution and Bylaws Committee, Chair of USNC-URSI Commission K, a member of the IEEE AP-S Standards Committee, and Vice President of ACES, and AP-S Distinguished Lecturer (2024-2026).[]Speaker(s): Sima Noghanian, Room: BA 2135, Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, 40 St George St, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 2E4

Wireless power transfer has emerged as a transformative technology. Traditionally, biomedical devices use batteries as a power source. Therefore, every battery replacement requires surgery. The concept of seamlessly delivering power within the human body through implanted coils and antennas has opened a new frontier in healthcare, enabling the development of innovative medical devices and <a href="http://systems.Some" target="_blank" title="systems.Some">systems.Some applications of implanted wireless power transfer technology include implantable medical sensors, monitoring devices, drug delivery systems, and neurostimulators. The implanted coils and antennas ensure these medical devices function optimally without the need for invasive procedures for battery replacement or <a href="http://recharging.When" target="_blank" title="recharging.When">recharging.When it comes to wireless power transfer, there are two major methods used in implanted devices. One is magnetic field coupling, which uses coils, and the second method involves electromagnetic waves transferred through antennas. The development of these components demands careful consideration of factors such as miniaturization, biocompatibility, and efficient power transfer over varying distances and orientations within the human body. Magnetic coupling offers high power transfer efficiency but is limited by the depth at which power can be effectively transferred. Beyond a certain depth, efficiency drops significantly. Radiative power transfer via electromagnetic waves can transfer power over larger distances, but its efficiency may become very <a href="http://low.An" target="_blank" title="low.An">low.An interesting research topic is how to take advantage of both methods to extend the range of power transfer while optimizing power transfer efficiency. Another primary focus in this field is the development of safe and efficient systems that comply with safety regulations. Particularly, the regulated levels of exposure in terms of Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) are critical considerations in the design and implementation of these <a href="http://technologies.To" target="_blank" title="technologies.To">technologies.To improve power transfer efficiency, careful modeling and simulation of these devices is essential, as well as rigorous testing in phantom and laboratory environments. This talk aims to explore some of these topics, considering the significance, challenges, and potential of wireless power transfer technology for implanted <a href="http://devices.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="devices.Speaker(s):">devices.Speaker(s): Dr. Sima NoghanianRoom: B-600.16, Bldg: Pavillion Principal, Galerie Rolland (B-600.16), 2500 Chem. de Polytechnique, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3T 1J4, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/560674

Undoubtedly, a question that resonates with every Ph.D. student is the career choice between academia and industry. There are multiple career options ahead of any graduate student. Some of them are traditional jobs such as becoming a professor or an engineer, and some may be different. Regardless of the chosen trajectory, certain fundamental skills are key to success and resilience in any career. While specific skills vary according to the job. In this presentation, I will draw from personal experience and offer insights into this critical decision-making process. By sharing personal anecdotes and lessons, it is aimed to shed light on the symbolic relationship between academia and industry, illustrating how navigating between these two encourages innovation, enriches professional growth, and shapes a dynamic, multi-faceted career <a href="http://trajectory.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="trajectory.Speaker(s):">trajectory.Speaker(s): Dr. Sima NoghanianRoom: B-600.16, Bldg: Pavillion Principal, Galerie Rolland (B-600.16), 2500 Chem. de Polytechnique, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3T 1J4, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/560678