Join us on Sep 10 to explore the latest in Quantum computing in the wake of IEEE Quantum Week 2024.​Exaion and Quandela will share their vision on the emergence of disruptive computing technologies, from state-of-the-art research and development to industry applications piloted by our partners.​Industry leaders must have a strategy in place to future-proof their organizations with post-quantum cryptography (and particularly its impact on blockchain technologies), while they explore early use cases for quantum supremacy, if they want to capture the full benefits of this disruptive innovation.​Similarly to AI and other technologies, Canadian businesses may need more time and resources to adopt quantum discoveries and inventions coming from academia, making them part of their innovation practice, in order to realize concrete business outcomes.​To support Canadian innovation, Exaion & Quandela are installing two Quandela quantum computers in Canada, making it possible to develop concrete applications and strengthen the computing capacities of North American companies. This partnership aims to position Canada as a leader in quantum technologies, facilitating innovation and research in this area.​Let’s meet at the Centre for Urban Innovation, on Gerrard Street, at Toronto Metropolitan University from 5 pm to 7 pm.Register today!____Exaion, a pioneer in sustainable digital services, supports businesses in adopting fast computing technologies (blockchain, cybersecurity, HPC, AI, quantum, etc.). Our raison d'être: creating solutions that combine computational power with sustainability, emphasizing cybersecurity and data sovereignty.​Quandela is a European start up that provides photonic quantum computers that are modular, scalable, energy-efficient and accessible both on the cloud and on premise. We are committed to making advanced quantum computation accessible to all, empowering a vibrant community to innovate and create a better future.Co-sponsored by: Exaion and QuandelaSpeaker(s): Marc Lijour, Valérian Giesz, Sharon O'SullivanAgenda: - ​Welcoming words- ​Industry craves for fast computing ((https://www.linkedin.com/in/marclijour/), Exaion)- ​The quantum computer ((https://www.linkedin.com/in/vgiesz/), Quandela)- ​Panel: industry applications featuring (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonosullivan/), Global Head, Technology Research & Innovation at BMO, and the speakers- ​NetworkingRoom: CUI 317 (3rd floor), Centre for Urban Innovation at Toronto Metropolitan University, 44 Gerrard St E, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 1G3

Prof Andrew McStay (Bangor University, UK) will present “Automating Empathy in Human-AI Partnerships: Issues, Ethics and Governance” at 6pm (UTC+1) / 1pm EDT on 10 September ’24. Click (https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=IEEE+SSIT+Lecture%3A+Automating+Empathy+in+Human-AI+Partnerships%3A+Issues%2C+Ethics+and+Governance&iso=20240910T18&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; (https://www.ieee-ukandireland.org/chapters/computer-society/); Columbia Section, Columbia Section Life Member Affinity Group; Long Island SSIT Chapter and Systems Council Chapter, Phoenix Computer Society Chapter, Maine Section Joint ComSoc/Computer Society Chapter and Chicago Section Computer Society Chapter to organise this SSIT Lecture as a joint Webinar on 10 September ’24.RegistrationIEEE and SSIT Members as well as non-IEEE Members are invited to (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415613) and participate.IEEE Members should include their IEEE Membership Number when registering.Access to online Meeting(https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/415613) will be provided with the link prior to the event.Guest Lecture FocusThis lecture considers General-Purpose Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) products marketed as ‘empathic partners’, ‘personal AI’, ‘co-pilots’, ‘assistants’, and related phrasing for ‘human-AI partnering’. Open AI, Inflection, Google, Microsoft, and others, all promise empathic capacities. Current and nascent domains of use include work, therapy, education, life coaching, legal problems, fitness, and entertainment. The lecture focuses on the risks and opportunities of empathic human-AI partnering, what new governance (if any) is required, and the role that soft law standards may play in leading in supporting hard law.To explore empathic human-AI partnering, the lecture will initially provide historical context to these technologies, case examples, and a sense of current governance for technologies used to empathise. With this understanding in place, the lecture will progress to consider need to contrast upstream and downstream understandings of GPAI, complexities of this separation for governance, balancing of short and long-term risks, social and ethical questions unique to empathic human-AI partnering, issues of global cultural variation regarding empathic human-AI partnering, balancing of interests of ethical diversity and unity in creation of soft law and standards, and lessons that can be learned from existing and nascent P7000 standards.Speaker(s): Prof. Andrew McStay, 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/415613

Monthly ExCom meeting - Online.Agenda: 6:30 PM - Online ExCom MeetingVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/432906

IEEE Windsor Section Meeting (September 2024)Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/433313

ExCom Meeting of the Northern Canada SectionRoom: Elm room, Bldg: Monsoon Bistro & Bar, Holiday Inn Hotel, 4485 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6H 5H5, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/432677

IEEE Hamilton Section Monthly Exec Meeting for Sept' 2024Agenda: 07:00PM - Meeting starts08:00PM - Meeting endsVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/432909

Executive meeting of the IEEE NB section.We will welcome Ron Brown and Ali Abedi for the first part of the meeting.Agenda: We will discuss the idea of closer collaboration between IEEE NB section and the Maine counterpart.- Find a suitable day for the visit- Develop an itinerary for the visitWe will also consider events for the start of the academic year.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/433135

Join us for the Third International Conference on Applied Data Science (ICADS 2024) , organized by the IEEE Computer Society of Santa Clara Valley. This virtual event brings together global innovators in data science to share cutting-edge research and practical applications.With keynote sessions, interactive workshops, and panel discussions covering topics related to GenAI and its application. ICADS 2024 offers a dynamic platform for innovation and collaboration. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with experts and advance the field of data science.Quantum Gate Neural Networks, Dr Siddhartha Bhattacharyya, IndiaThis talk is centered around the introduction to the implementation of neural networks in quantum computing frameworks. The talk starts with a brush-up on the operational principles of classical neural networks, followed by the TensorFlow Quantum Framework (TQF) - the basic building block of Quantum Neural Networks (QNNs). Then it delves into the details of Parameterized Quantum Circuits (PQCs). The Quantum Neural Network training model is also discussed with reference to TQF. Subsequently, it touches on the visualization of Quantum Convolutional Neural Networks (QCNNs). Finally, the advantages offered by QNNs over their classical counterparts are also highlighted.Digital twin in Aerospace Supply chain, Amit DubeyIn this cutting-edge 1-hour workshop, we delve into the transformative potential of digital twin technology enhanced by machine learning in the aerospace supply chain. As the industry faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities, this session explores how this powerful combination is reshaping supply chain management, offering unparalleled improvements in efficiency, predictive maintenance, and decision-making processes using data science.Enabling Performance-Efficient GenAI at the Edge Through Quantization, Dwith ChennaThe widespread adoption of Generative AI (GenAI) applications has sparked a revolution in the development of innovative solutions, it is expected that inference will account for 90% of the costs associated with GenAI applications, compared to only 10% for training. This cost disparity, along with the environmental impact of inference and data privacy concerns, has underscored the need for optimization at the edge. Quantization has emerged as a crucial technique, offering significant performance gains in computation and memory usage. In this presentation, we will delve into modern quantization techniques that facilitate the deployment of GenAI applications, such as large language models (LLMs), at the Edge. We will explore popular methods including AWQ, SmoothQuant, and Block Quantization, examining their trade-offs and optimizations. Using popular open-source models like Llama, OPT and Mistral, along with Llama.cpp, a well-regarded C++ implementation, as case study, we will analyze the impact of quantization on model performance for achieving overall efficiency in GenAI deployments.The Power and Perils of Generative AI: A Realistic Perspective, Professor San MurugesanIn just two years, Generative AI (GenAI) has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies, revolutionizing industries, businesses, and personal interactions with its unprecedented capabilities in content creation, coding, and advisory services. This talk will explore GenAI's dual nature—its extraordinary potential and the significant risks it poses. We aim to provide participants with a balanced understanding of GenAI, empowering them to harness its power while effectively managing associated risks. We'll begin by highlighting applications for which GenAI is particularly well-suited and showcasing innovations reshaping sectors such as healthcare, education, business, research, and design. We will also address GenAI's limitations, including its reliance on vast data sets, its potential to generate biased or misleading information, and its ongoing technical challenges.The discussion will then shift to broader concerns, including ethical dilemmas, security vulnerabilities, and GenAI's societal impact. We'll also examine legal and regulatory issues, focusing on evolving frameworks around responsible AI-generated content, copyright, and regulations to mitigate GenAI's risks. Understanding and addressing these issues is not just a necessity, but a responsibility that we, as technology professionals, must uphold. Finally, we will explore GenAI's impact on cybersecurity—both as a tool for enhancing defenses and as a potential vector for new threats. We’ll also discuss emerging GenAI trends and how businesses and professionals can prepare for the GenAI eraAccelerating Code Contribution with CodeBaseBuddy's Intelligent Semantic Search System, Raghavan MuthuregunathanNavigating and contributing to new codebases is a daunting challenge, especially for newcomers to open-source projects. Unlock the power of efficient code contribution with CodeBaseBuddy, a tool that's helping how developers tackle unfamiliar repositories. In this talk, we'll dive into the innovative combination of Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), Codestral, and Ollama to create a privacy-preserving, locally deployable semantic code search solution. Discover how this system accelerates onboarding, reduces errors, and enhances community engagement in open-source projects. CodeBaseBuddy provides step-by-step guidance and specific pointers for modifying files, transforming the experience of working with complex codebases. Whether you're a seasoned developer or new to the field, you'll learn how this tool can streamline your coding process and boost productivity. Join us to explore the future of collaborative coding and see firsthand how CodeBaseBuddy is making intricate codebases more accessible than ever before.Panel Discussion - AI and Social MediaThe convergence of artificial intelligence (AI) and social media has revolutionized the way businesses engage with their audience. By leveraging AI, companies can perform advanced audience analysis and optimize their content to maximize engagement. However, the same technology has also accelerated the spread of misinformation, highlighting the need for a balanced approach that weighs both the benefits and ethical risks.The panel will address critical questions around the benefits and impact of AI integration, the challenges of implementation, the opportunities for innovative applications, and the future trends shaping this rapidly evolving field. By bringing together experts from academia and industry, this discussion aims to shed light on strategic decision-making and policy development, offering valuable insights into the far-reaching implications of AI and social media convergence.Speaker(s): Amit Dubey, Professor San Murugesan, Dwith Chenna, Dr. Siddhartha Bhattacharyya, Vipul Bharat Marlecha, Aqsa Fulara, Anupam Mukherjee, Raghavan Muthuregunathan, Meenal NalwayaAgenda: Agenda09:00 -10:00 am: Quantum Gate Neural Networks10:00 am - 11:00 am: Panel Discussion - AI and Social Media11:00 - 12:00 pm Accelerating Code Contribution with CodeBaseBuddy's Intelligent Semantic Search System12:00 - 01:00 pm Digital twin in Aerospace Supply chain01:00 - 2:00 pm Enabling Performance-Efficient GenAI at the Edge Through Quantization2:00 - 3:00 pm The Power and Perils of Generative AI: A Realistic PerspectiveVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/430463

IEEE Robotics, Control, Instrumentation and Measurement (RobConIM) Seminar Series=-=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-==-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=Key Technologies of Intelligent Robotics=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=SPEAKER: Professor Jason Gu, PhD, PEng., FEIC, FCAEDepartment of Electrical and Computer Engineering, School of Biomedical EngineeringDalhousie University, Halifax, NS, CanadaDATE: Friday, September 13, 2024TIME: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm (Central Daylight Time, CDT: Winnipeg)PLACE: E1-270 (Borger Room) EITCORGANIZER: IEEE Robotics, Control, Instrumentation and Measurement Chapter – Winnipeg Section=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-=-=-About the Topic - The talk will focus on the development of key technology of intelligent robotics and artificial intelligence. Brief history of AI and robotics development will be covered and then key technical issues and development status of robots around perception, decision-making and execution will be discussed in detail. Finally some thoughts on AI technology for robotics including adaptive algorithm, big data in robots and novel computing architecture will be put forward.=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=-==-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-About the Presenter - Dr. Jason GU received the Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and information science from the University of Science and Technology of China, in 1992, the Master’s degree in Biomedical Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University in 1995, and the PhD degree from the University of Alberta, Canada, in 2001. He is currently a Full Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering with Dalhousie University, Canada. He is also a Cross-Appointed Professor with the School of Biomedical Engineering for his multidisciplinary research work. He has over 28 years of research and teaching experience and has co-authored over 400 papers in journals and conferences. His research areas include robotics, biomedical engineering, rehabilitation engineering, neural networks, and control. He is a fellow of the Engineering Institute of Canada and the Canada Academy of Engineering. He has been the Associate Editor of the Journal of Control and Intelligent Systems, IEEE Transactions on Automation Science and Engineering, IEEE Transactions on Mechatronics, IEEE SMC Magazine, the International Journal of Robotics and Automation, Unmanned Systems, the Journal of Engineering and Emerging Technologies, and IEEE Access. Dr. Gu was the IEEE Canada President for 2020-2021 and is currently the IEEE Tellers Committee Chair for 2024-2025.=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=-==-=--=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-==-=-=-=OrganizersNariman Sepehri, PhD, PEngChair, IEEE RobConIM – Winnipeg ChapterProfessor, Department of Mechanical EngineeringPrice Faculty of Engineering,University of [email protected] Kinsner, PhD, PEngProfessor Emeritus, Cognitive Systems GroupDepartment of Electrical & Computer EngineeringPrice Faculty of Engineering,University of [email protected] by: Dr. Nariman SepehriSpeaker(s): Dr. Gu, Room: E1-270 (Borger Room) , Bldg: EITC , 66 Chancellors Circle, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3T 5V6

Dear ECE Graduate Students, Professors, and Staff,We are thrilled to invite you to a special Networking Event organized by the ECE-GSA in collaboration with the IEEE IAS/PES/PELS Student Branch. This event is open to all ECE graduate students, professors, staff, and their families and will take place on Friday, September 13th, at St. Vital Park.This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with one another and enjoy the final days of summer in Winnipeg. You are welcome to bring ONE family member and your children. Please note that space is limited to 100 people with no possibility of extension, so we encourage you to register ASAP.Your registration will be confirmed upon completing the form and making the payment.Event Details:Date: Friday, September 13th, 2024Time: 5:00 PM to 8:30 PMLocation: St. Vital ParkFood & Beverages: Pizza, Special ECE Cake, Coffee, Tea, Fruits, Snacks, and PopRegistration Fee: $12 per adult (Children attend for free)Payment: Interac e-transfer to [email protected] Form: https://forms.office.com/r/Aji06vY12tRegistration Deadline: September 10th at 11:59 PMFurther details, including the exact location within the park and any items you may need to bring, will be provided in a follow-up email prior to the event.If you have any questions or require additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact the ECE-GSA at [email protected] or the Vice Chair of the IEEE IAS/PES/PELS Student Branch at [email protected] look forward to seeing you there!Best regards,ECE-GSAIEEE IAS/PES/PELS Student BranchSt. Vital Park, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

(https://site.ieee.org/r7-sac/) organizes the (https://site.ieee.org/r7-sac/2024-ieee-canada-student-congress/) that will be held onSeptember 13 - 15, 2024 at the Fairmont Hotel, Winnipeg.The annual Student Leadership Congress has been running for over 20 years. Themed around Leadership & Innovation, this year’s Congress will foster collaboration between the generation of students and professionals and discuss the transition from student engineer to engineering practitioner.· The 2024 SC will feature a wide spectrum of interesting talks and panels given by eminent leaders in industry, academia, and government high institutions who will share their knowledge on the limitations and challenges of emerging AI technologies and how they will change education, teaching and corporate innovation.· The 2024 IEEE Canada SC represents an opportunity to assist you in tackling the professional development skills gap by learning from HR Managers, recruiters and hiring Managers of top-notch worldwide companies. This is also an opportunity to know about operational knowledge of IEEE, discuss challenges and practical solutions to run a successful Student Branch, network with industrials and HR managers looking to fulfill open internships and job positions and celebrate outstanding contributions of IEEE Canada Students involved in IEEE Canada Student activities.Who can attend?This representative should ideally be the Student Branch Chair or Vice Chair for the 2024-2025 school year. However, any Student Branch Leader or Counsellor for the upcoming school year who has not attended the Congress previously can be the Student Branch Representative who is eligible for the travel reimbursement. Additional Student Branch Leaders and Counsellors may attend if space is available, but they will be responsible for their own travel expenses.Registration fee: $500 per attendee of the Student Congress.Travel reimbursements from IEEE Canada for up to 1000 CAD are provided for ONE Student Branch Representative who has never attended an IEEE Canada Student Congress in the past. If this is insufficient for some delegates with longer distances to travel, please request additional funding with a detailed budget from the Region Treasurer ([email protected]) or Region President ([email protected]).Please make sure to purchase the lowest fare flight and approve rental cars by the Region’s Treasurer or the Region’s President. Please contact us if you would like to send additional members so that they can be placed on the waiting list. We advise you to request funding for travel costs for any additional attendees from external sources such as a generous sponsor, your institution, Student Branch, and/or Section.Normally, funding requests and grant applications take some time to be processed, so please plan and apply ahead of time. Be sure to reach out to your Student Branch Counsellors as they are faculty members and may know about other funding options available.Air Canada Promo Code for flights to Winnipeg: QFRBQQZ1Applicable Rules- The booking is to be made to the following city: Winnipeg, YWG (CA)- The travel period begins Friday, September 06, 2024 and ends Sunday, September 22, 2024.- Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.- For North America' 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. For International Travel' 10% on standard fares & higher.- However, all bookings made using the promotion code will count toward the minimum 10 passenger requirement for Meetings and Conventions events.The Deadline for Registration is Wednesday July 31, 2024.If your Branch wishes to send additional members, please email [email protected] , the Chair of the IEEE Canada Student Activities Committee, to be placed on a waiting list.*************************************************************************************************************Agenda: AgendaOn Friday, September 13, a Welcome Reception at the Fairmont Hotel will be held for all who have arrived.This will be a great opportunity to network with IEEE Canada Executives and other Congress attendees."Saturday, September 147:00 - 7:30 Registration7:30 - 8:30 Breakfast8:30 - 9:00 Welcome and President's Remarks9:00 - 10:00 IEEE Membership Year and Fundraising Strategies for Membership Drives10:00 - 10:30 Spax program10:30 - 11:00 IEEE-ETA Kappa Nu: Who, What, Why, How?11:00 - 11:30 Coffee Break11:30 - 12:30 AI Panel: The limitations and challenges of ChatGPT and how Will ChatGPT Change Learning and Teaching?12:30-13:00 IEEE Canadian Foundation: Student Funding Opportunities for Individuals and Projects13:00-14:00 Lunch14:00-15:00 Career development, submit resume, interview preparation15:00-16:00 How to run successful IEEE student branch16:00 - 16:30 Coffee Break16:30 - 17:00 Branch Management: Challenges & Practical Solutions17:00 - 18:00 STEP - Tools for recruitment and recovering members19:00 - 22:00 Dinner with IEEE Canada ExComSunday September 156:30 - 7:00 Registration7:00 - 8:00 Breakfast8:00 - 8:30 How to claim expenses8:30 - 9:30 The path to become a professional engineer with PEO9:30 - 10:00 Hearing from delegates10:00 - 10:30 Coffee Break10:30 - 11:30 IEEE Volunteer Training: - importance of SB/Event reporting, OU analytics, Elections11:30 - 12:30 - Address any new items- Open discussion (Q&A)- Feedback forms"Bldg: Fairmont Hotel, 2 Lombard Place, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3B 0Y3

Join us on Sep 13 from 5 PM to 7:30 PM for a Women Professional Development and Networking Night at Best Western hotel!At this event, you will have the opportunity to hear from industry, academia and entrepreneur female professionals about their career paths. Moreover, you can participate in a mini-workshop to enhance your networking skills. You will have the opportunity to meet other participants joining from industry and academia.Speaker(s): Leanne Dawson, Raoufeh Hashemian, Bukky Wonda, Maryam ElahiAgenda: Schedule (All times are in MST)5 - 5:30 PM Check-in5:30 - 6 PM Panel Discussion6 - 6:30 PM Mini-workshop6:30 - 7:30 PM NetworkingNetworking for Introverts Mini-Workshop - Are you a student or industry professional who finds networking a bit daunting? You’re not alone. Networking is an important part of job hunting, but many people struggle to network effectively. Being an introvert can make it even more difficult to form meaningful connections.In this session, we'll explore practical strategies and techniques to make networking more approachable and effective. You’ll learn how to define your strengths within a personal brand and to set attainable goals, so that you can build valuable professional connections without feeling overwhelmed.Whether you’re looking to enhance your internship opportunities or build a foundation for your future career, this seminar will equip you with the tools to network with ease and confidence. You will get a chance to practice your new skills at the networking session after this workshop.---------------------------------------------------------------*** Participants who wish to attend the event online, can join from 5:30 - 6:30 PM MST for the panel and mini-workshop sessions. The link for online attendance will be sent to registrants prior to the event. ***Room: Foothills, Bldg: Best Western Hotel, 1804 Crowchild Trail NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2M 3Y7, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/430664