The Joint Communications & Computer Chapter would like to invite everyone to an IEEE Talk by Dr. Soheil Salari.Lecturer: Dr. Soheil Salari, Ericsson CanadaDate/Time: Monday, May 13, 11 AMLocation: Royal Military College, KingstonRoom: Sawyer 4214Abstract:The presentation "5G: An Advanced Introduction" provides a thorough exploration of the transformative impact of 5G technology on telecommunications. It highlights the key features, applications, and implications of 5G, emphasizing its unprecedented speed, reliability, and connectivity. Through detailed analysis and real-world examples, attendees gain insights into 5G's potential to revolutionize industries, enable innovation, and reshape the digital landscape. Additionally, the presentation addresses the technological challenges and opportunities associated with 5G deployment, equipping attendees with the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving ecosystem. Overall, it offers a forward-thinking perspective on the transformative power of 5G, empowering attendees with a comprehensive understanding of its capabilities and implications for the future of communication and connectivity.Bio:Dr. Salari earned his Ph.D. in electrical engineering from K.N. Toosi University of Technology in 2007. His research journey has taken him through esteemed institutions such as Ontario Tech University, the University of Toronto, Queens’ University, and the Royal Military College of Canada. He has also contributed as a defense scientist at DRDC Ottawa. Transitioning to industry, he joined Ericsson Canada Inc. in 2020 as a 5G cloud RAN system developer. His scholarly pursuits encompass wireless communications, digital signal processing, next generation 5G/6G networks, and optimization theory.This seminar is open to the general public with free admission, pizza and refreshments.For more information, please contact Dr. François Chan, [email protected] call (613) 541-6000 ext. 6325 or (613) 328-2259 when you are outside the Sawyer building so that someone can unlock the door for you.Speaker(s): Soheil, Room: 4214, Bldg: Sawyer, Royal Military College of Canada, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Abstract:The built environment has a data problem. The buildings, cities, water treatment plants, and other human-made systems produce more data now than ever before, opening new possibilities of using data to optimize operation, reduce energy consumption, predict performance, and identify faults. However, the complexity, heterogeneity, and high degree of churn of these systems makes it expensive and difficult to develop software for them. Models, control sequences, data analytics, and other software-based solutions must often be rewritten from scratch for each environment in which they will be deployed. The process of discovering and accessing data is further exacerbated by the lack of standardized structured representations of built environment systems. These challenges significantly impede the adoption of data-driven sustainable practices at societal scale.This talk will explore the use of semantic knowledge graphs to normalize descriptions of the built environment, specifically smart buildings, and reduce the cost of developing and deploying data-driven software in these settings. First, I will describe how ontologies can constrain knowledge graphs to produce useful abstractions of complex cyber-physical systems, as typified by the Brick ontology for smart buildings. Elements of this work are being adapted into new knowledge graph standards for buildings. Next, I will show how knowledge graphs enable novel programming models for "portable software" where programs can adapt their own operation to individual environments, based on queries against the knowledge graph. The talk will also show how these emerging use cases for knowledge graphs contrast with prevailing approaches towards knowledge graph maintenance and management and give rise to new methods for specifying and repairing knowledge graphs. Finally, I will show how these new technologies enable novel applications for smart buildings.Speaker(s): , Dr. FierroVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/418393

May Ex-com meetingVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/416627

(https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctnguyen/) - CEO and co-founder of Aitomatic Inc.(https://www.linkedin.com/in/jironstone/) - Medical Device Development Expert(https://uwaterloo.ca/electrical-computer-engineering/profile/vcgaudet) - Professor at the University of Waterloo(https://www.ece.utoronto.ca/people/voinigescu-s-p/) - Professor at the University of Toronto(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adel_Sedra) - Microelectronic Circuits textbook co-author(https://tohoku.elsevierpure.com/en/persons/takahiro-hanyu) - Professor at Tohoku University(https://www.mcgill.ca/cim/research/publications/gross-warren) - Professor at McGill University(https://www.ece.utoronto.ca/people/gulak-p-g/) - Professor at the University of Toronto(https://www.pagiamtzis.com/) - Analog IC Design technical and strategic advisor(https://www.billbuxton.com/) - Order of Canada recipientAgenda: 9:30-10:00: Coffee and networking10:00-10:30: Welcome and introduction10:30-12:00: Guest speakers12:00-13:00: Networking lunch13:00-14:30: Guest speakers14:30-15:00: Afternoon coffee break15:00-16:00: Guest speakers and closing remarksRoom: SF1105, Bldg: Sanford Fleming Building, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

(https://www.assnat.qc.ca/fr/visiteurs/programmation-citoyenne/la-lumiere-de-chez-nous.html)est gratuit et ouvert à tous. (https://newsletters.yapla.com/stats/tracker/t/tKnjfJJnGuDJelrIofo3fhPd/c/xlsnPpsImsbNaL11kiJSKSJ)Le 15 mai, l'optique-photonique s'invite à l'Assemblée nationale dans le cadre de la programmation citoyenne ! Une conférence grand public par Prof. Caroline Boudoux, cofondatrice de Castor Optics, ainsi qu'une vitrine technologique de ABB, Creaform, INO, Telops et Zilia initieront un public varié à notre expertise bien de chez nous.La lumière occupe une place grandissante dans nos vies; téléphones, montres intelligentes et lunettes sont parmi les objets du quotidien qui utilisent la lumière. Plusieurs secteurs aussi variés que la médecine, l’agriculture et l’environnement s’en servent pour faire face aux enjeux d’aujourd’hui. La lumière devient aussi médium artistique et émerveille le grand public grâce à une offre culturelle riche et variée.C’est avec grand plaisir qu’Optonique, le pôle d’excellence en optique-photonique du Québec, vous convie à La lumière de chez nous, une activité inédite visant à célébrer et mettre de l’avant cette force exceptionnelle que possède le Québec. Vous aurez l’occasion d’assister à une conférence de Caroline Boudoux, professeure à Polytechnique Montréal, sur la science de la lumière, ses origines et ses applications. Plusieurs entreprises en photonique de la région de Québec seront également présentes sur place avec leurs produits pour vous faire découvrir des innovations d’ici qui sauront vous émerveiller!Au Québec, les sciences de la lumière fourmillent d’activités. Notre province compte plus de 220 entreprises qui emploient près de 22 000 personnes, contribuant ainsi à l’économie canadienne (≈ 3 G$) et exportant partout à travers le monde. Des milliers de Québécois et Québécoises œuvrent au développement de la photonique et contribuent chaque jour à faire du Québec une plaque tournante en innovation scientifique.Co-sponsored by: Optonique. Speaker(s): Caroline Boudoux, Agenda: QUAND : 15 mai 2024, de 11 h 30 à 13 h 30. Conférence à 12 hOÙ : Agora de l'Assemblée nationaleDURÉE : 2 heuresBldg: L'agora de l'Assemblée nationale, 1150 Avenue Honoré-Mercier - Entrée principale 1045 Rue des Parlementaires - Adresse postale, Québec, Quebec, Canada, G1A 1A3

The British Columbia Hydro and Power Authority, operating as BC Hydro, is a Canadian electric utility in the province of British Columbia. It is the main electricity distributor, serving more than 4 million customers in most areas. As a provincial Crown corporation, BC Hydro reports to the BC Ministry of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, and is regulated by the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC). Its mandate is to generate, purchase, distribute and sell electricity.The IEEE PES Vancouver chapter is excited to bring this wonderful tour to the BC Hydro Control Centre on May 15th, 2024.Registration is required for this event as seats are limited. The deadline for the registration closes on April 30th. 2024, at 5:00 PM PST.Please provide your Name, Company and Position/Role in the "Special Request Field" when filling out the registration form. This is a requirement to confirm your registration.Registrants will be notified by email to confirm their spot for the tour and to provide the location of the tour. As seats are limited, we may not be able to accommodate all registrants. If some registrants are unable to participate because of the limited number of seats, they will be placed on a waiting list and another tour may be scheduled for these registrants at a later date. Thank you for your understanding.Speaker(s): , , Langley, British Columbia, Canada

This seminar aims to share various tips and best practices to achieve excellence in academic research. The talk will start with discussing how to perform research that creates an impact to the community. It will be followed by discussions on how to write up that research in a way that will attract audiences to read your articles. We will then discuss how to make oral presentations that will get your idea across to your audiences and attract collaborations. Finally, we will talk about academic integrity and ethical academic practices.Speaker(s): Kin-Choong, Agenda: -Introduction-How to conduct Impactful Research-Essentials in Academic Writing-Tips on making Scholarly Presentations-Notes on Ethical Academic Practices- Q&A- RefreshmentsRoom: ED 438, Bldg: Education Building, University of Regina, 3737 Wascana Pkwy , Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, S4S0A2

Abstract:Chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, respiratory illnesses, and diabetes are among the leading causes of mortality and morbidity worldwide. These conditions necessitate continuous patient monitoring to detect potential health deterioration and prevent future complications. Vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels are crucial indicators in the detection, diagnosis, and management of these diseases. However, existing technologies may not be suitable for all patients and suffer from a plurality of deployment challenges. Recognizing the need for autonomous vital sign monitoring systems, particularly in the context of pandemics and remote healthcare, we have developed a suite of non-invasive radio-based sensors powered by artificial intelligence (AI). These sensors are designed for monitoring of health-related modalities, including vital signs, sleep apnea, respiratory diseases, gait, blood pressure, and glucose monitoring. In this presentation, I will review some of our earlier works using different RF and mm-Wave wireless platforms, including the Google Soli radar platform. I will then delve into the process of our system development, as well as the validation campaigns of the performance of various developed sensors, alongside multiple demonstrations of the functionality of these devices in realistic environments, including hospitals and long-term care homes. Furthermore, I will discuss our ongoing and planned developments in the RF/mm-Wave and sub-THz applied electromagnetics technology, aimed at enabling a variety of future AI-powered health-monitoring cognitive platforms.Speaker(s): Dr. George ShakerRoom: WLH-314, Bldg: Walter and Light Hall, Walter and Light Hall (WLH-314), Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L3N6

Celebrate the end of classes by competing with your peers in a Go tournament hosted by the U of T IEEE AP-S Student Chapter. Go is an easy to learn, but highly strategic board game. We will be playing the 7x7 variant, which is a faster-paced version of the traditional format.Along with the tournament, we will also have coffee and treats available. The tournament will naturally have exciting prizes as well!If you are interested, please register as soon as possible with IEEE vTools! We need to know how many will come to get the bracket organized.[]Room: BA4287, Bldg: Bahen Building, 40 St. George street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 3H5

(https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=IEEE+SSIT+Lecture%3A+Implications+of+Robotics+for+Public+Policy&iso=20250515T18&p1=78&ah=1).(https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/chapters/society-on-social-implications-of-technology/) and SSIT IST-Africa SIGHT are cooperating with a number of IEEE OUs including: North Jersey Section SSIT Chapter; Northern Virginia/Baltimore/Washington SSIT Chapter; Bahrain Section SSIT Chapter; Vancouver Section Jt. Chapter,TEM14/PC26/E25/SIT30; New Jersey Coast Section SIGHT; New Jersey Coast Section Jt. IM/Computer Society Chapter; Southeastern Michigan Section Computer Chapter; North Jersey Section: TEMS Chapter, Computer Chapter, Jt APS/MTT Chapter, WIE AG and SIGHT and (https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/chapters/computer-society/) to organise this SSIT Lecture as a joint Webinar on 15 May ‘24.RegistrationIEEE and SSIT Members as well as non-IEEE Members are invited to (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415611) and participate.IEEE Members should include their IEEE Membership Number when registering.Access to online Meeting(https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415611) will be provided with the link prior to the event.Guest Lecture FocusInnovations in robotics are now present in many aspects of human endeavour, from robotic vacuum cleaners to autonomous battlefield drone swarms. Alongside the intended effects of these innovations are some emerging, unintended adverse consequences. Legal and political processes exist in part to prevent and mitigate such harms. This presentation offers a systematic analysis of the emerging routes by which applications of embodied artificial intelligence—robotics—elicit public policy responses. It develops a typology that classifies robotics applications according to how they interact with individual humans, large-scale human populations, and specific physical settings; and whether the robots operate alone, in swarms, or in integrated cyberenvironments. Each case interacts with public policymaking processes in different ways, spanning tort liability law, regulatory codes and standards, and policies for assessing and managing risk. Clear roles emerge for voluntary standards, international collaboration among governance bodies, professionals cross-trained in robotics and public policy, and institutions that effectively anticipate emerging problems.Speaker(s): Prof. Clinton Andrews, Agenda: 18:00 (UTC+1) / 13:00 (EDT) Welcome and Introduction to Guest Speaker18:05 Lecture18:45 Questions and DiscussionsVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415611

Participez à cet événement majeur dédié aux dirigeant.e.s des entreprises photoniques québécoises.Lumière 2024 - Le Sommet de l'industrie photonique du Québec - est le premier sommet réunissant dirigeantes et dirigeants de l’industrie des technologies de la lumière, contenant une programmation diversifiée avec intervenants d’ici et d’ailleurs, et des séances de réseautage planifiées tout au long de la journée.Co-sponsored by: Optonique. Agenda: 07:30 - 08:30: Déjeuner08:30 - 09:00: Mot d'ouverture avec Germain Lamonde - Fondateur et président exécutif du conseil d’administration d'EXFO09:00 - 09:45: Plénière de Martin Thériault - PDG de Previan09:45 - 10:30: Conversation entre Pascale Nini & Sébastien Blais-Ouellette. Perspective PME : La photonique et ses marchés d'avenir10:30 - 11:15: Pause-café11:15 - 12:00: Plénière de John Lincoln : Industry trends, benchmarks and future12:00 - 13:30: Allocution du Ministre Pierre Fitzgibbon et Dîner-réseautage13:30 - 14:30: Panel : Durabilité et perspectives d'avenir - animé par DELPHI14:30 - 15:30: Panel de discussion sur les dynamiques d'investissement: stratégie, tendances et opportunités pour l'industrie photonique15:30 - 16:00: Mot de la fin16:00 - 18:00: Cocktail réseautageBldg: Centre des Congrès de Québec, 1000 Bd René-Lévesque E, Québec, Quebec, Canada, G1R 5T8

A Strategic Si3N4 materials platform for Integrated Quantum and Nano Technologies (Made in Canada!)Abstract: Silicon nitride has recently gained a lot of interest within the photonic device community, because of its unique properties, as an attractive materials platform of choice for a wide range of applications including sensing, metrology, nonlinear optics, quantum information processing and telecommunications. We report on an optimization procedure for depositing low-loss silicon nitride films at temperatures of 760˚C and 820˚C using low-pressure chemical vapor deposition. They were characterized in terms of quality and compositional proximity to stoichiometric silicon nitride. Films deposited at 760˚C showed a higher stoichiometry, with a silicon-to-nitrogen ratio of 0.744, when compared to the 820˚C film, which had a ratio of 0.77. We found the film deposited at the lower temperature had a smoother surface and exhibited lower optical losses. We investigated the impact of film stress on the refractive index of the film and found that removing the backside nitride from the wafer after deposition has a major effect on refractive index values. When using these films for integrated nonlinear and quantum applications, such as frequency conversion or soliton generation, knowledge of how the index changes with wafer and fabrication processing is critical for predicting the correct geometries, and the concomitant group velocities, needed to realize such quantum technologies. The measured losses from fabricated devices showed that our nitride material is comparable to the leading foundries if not better than them regarding the film quality and losses.------------------------------------------------------------------------Une plateforme stratégique de matériaux Si3N4 pour les technologies quantiques et nano intégrées (fabriquée au Canada !)Résumé : Le nitrure de silicium a récemment suscité beaucoup d'intérêt au sein de la communauté des dispositifs photoniques, en raison de ses propriétés uniques, en tant que plate-forme matérielle attrayante de choix pour un large éventail d'applications, notamment la détection, la métrologie, l'optique non linéaire, le traitement de l'information quantique et les télécommunications. Nous rapportons une procédure d'optimisation pour le dépôt de films de nitrure de silicium à faibles pertes à des températures de 760 °C et 820 °C par dépôt chimique en phase vapeur à basse pression. Ils ont été caractérisés en termes de qualité et de proximité de composition avec le nitrure de silicium stœchiométrique. Les films déposés à 760 °C présentaient une stœchiométrie plus élevée, avec un rapport silicium/azote de 0,744, par rapport au film à 820 °C, qui présentait un rapport de 0,77. Nous avons constaté que le film déposé à la température la plus basse avait une surface plus lisse et présentait des pertes optiques plus faibles. Nous avons étudié l'impact de la contrainte du film sur l'indice de réfraction du film et avons constaté que le retrait du nitrure arrière de la tranche après le dépôt avait un effet majeur sur les valeurs de l'indice de réfraction. Lors de l'utilisation de ces films pour des applications non linéaires et quantiques intégrées, telles que la conversion de fréquence ou la génération de solitons, la connaissance de la façon dont l'indice change avec le traitement de la plaquette et de la fabrication est essentielle pour prédire les géométries correctes et les vitesses de groupe concomitantes, nécessaires à la réalisation de telles technologies quantiques. Les pertes mesurées des appareils fabriqués ont montré que notre matériau nitrure est comparable aux principales fonderies, voire meilleur, en termes de qualité du film et de pertes.[]About / A proposThe High Throughput and Secure Networks (HTSN) Challenge program is hosting regular virtual seminar series to promote scientific information sharing, discussions, and interactions between researchers.https://nrc.canada.ca/en/research-development/research-collaboration/programs/high-throughput-secure-networks-challenge-programLe programme Réseaux Sécurisés à Haut Débit (RSHD) organise régulièrement des séries de séminaires virtuels pour promouvoir le partage d’informations scientifiques, les discussions et les interactions entre chercheurs.https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/recherche-developpement/recherche-collaboration/programmes/programme-defi-reseaux-securises-haut-debitCo-sponsored by: National Research Council, Canada. Optonique.Speaker(s): Abubaker Mustafa Tareki, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/419574