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

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

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/420397

Academic Writing Workshop:- Papers- Patents- BooksVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/419500

Affordable phased-arrays, built using low-cost silicon chips, have become an essential technology for high data-rate terrestrial (5G) systems to their high gain, electronically steerable patterns, narrow beamwidths, high tolerance to interference and adaptive nulling capabilities. High performance phased-array systems at X-band to Ka-band with analog and digital beamforming capabilities and with multiple beams are now available at low-cost, both on the ground for user terminals and on LEO and MEO satellites. These advances are reshaping our communication and sensor systems, as we work to change our world from the Marconi-Era driven by low-gain antenna systems to the Directive Communications era where every antenna, every beam, every sensor is electronically steered. This talk summarizes our work in this area and concludes with future 5G-Advanced and 6G systems with wideband frequency coverage and where every device will be connected at Gbps speeds.Speaker(s): Gabriel Rebeiz, Room: 424C, Bldg: ICT, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N1N4

In this presentation, we embark on a journey into the dynamic realm of e-mobility, where cutting edge technologies are reshaping the future of transportation. As the automotive landscape undergoes a profound shift towards sustainability, the role of batteries takes center stage. We will explore the breakthroughs and innovations in battery technology that are propelling this transformation. From advancements in energy density to the integration of smart technologies, the talk will uncover the key developments shaping the future of electric vehicles. While celebrating the successes, the presentation will also address the challenges faced by the industry. Issues such as range anxiety, charging infrastructure, and environmental impact will be dissected, providing a comprehensive understanding of the hurdles that must be overcome for widespread adoption. Crucially, the talk will spotlight the plethora of opportunities arising in this transformative landscape. From new business models to advancements in energy storage applications beyond transportation, the audience will gain insights into the exciting possibilities that lie ahead.Speaker(s): Sheldon S. Williamson, Agenda: IEEE Seminar Agenda: Electric Vehicle Talk Series10:00 am - 10:30 am: Networking and Light Snacks10:30 am - 11:15 am: Prof. Sheldon's Talk: "Empowering the Future: E-Mobility Trends and Opportunities in Battery Technology"11:15 am - 12:00 noon: Prof. Arun's Talk: "Design and Development of an Efficient On-Board Charger"12:00 noon - 12:30 pm: Q&A Session & Closing RemarksJoin us for two insightful seminars exploring the latest advancements in electric vehicle technology!Bldg: École de technologie supérieure, 1100 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3C 1K3

With the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs), efficient on-board charging systems have become imperative. Power Factor Correction (PFC) converters play a crucial role in enhancing the performance of these systems. By improving the power quality and efficiency of the charging process, PFC converters contribute significantly to EV charging infrastructure's overall functionality and reliability. PFC converters optimize the power factor by minimizing reactive power consumption, thereby reducing energy losses and enhancing the utilization of the electrical grid. This results in faster charging times and reduced operational costs for EV owners. Additionally, PFC converters help meet regulatory requirements for power quality and grid stability, ensuring seamless integration of EVs into existing electrical infrastructure.The integration of PFC converters in on-board charging systems enables EVs to draw power efficiently from various sources, including residential outlets and public charging stations. This versatility enhances the convenience and accessibility of EV charging, addressing concerns about range anxiety and infrastructure limitations. Furthermore, advancements in PFC converter technology, such as wide band gap devices (WBG) that include silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductors, offer higher efficiency and power density, further improving the performance of on-board charging systems. These innovations enable faster charging rates while reducing the size and weight of charging equipment, making EVs more practical and appealing to consumers.In conclusion, the implementation of PFC converters in on-board EV charging systems represents a significant step towards achieving efficient and sustainable transportation solutions. By optimizing power quality, improving efficiency, and facilitating rapid charging, PFC converters play a vital role in accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles and transitioning towards a greener future. The research examines the customized pulse width modulation (cPWM) based converter topologies for electric vehicle charging purposes. By using the proposed cPWM gating technique the device stress gets reduced which proportionally enhances the lifetime of the converter topology. The proposed unidirectional topology pursues the soft-switching behavior over full battery charging range and the voltage spikes across the rectifier diodes are also mitigated with proper selection of switches at a particular frequency. This phenomenon enhances the efficiency of the converter in a cost-effective way.Speaker(s): Dr. Arun Kumar Verma, Agenda: IEEE Seminar Agenda: Electric Vehicle Talk Series10:00 am - 10:30 am: Networking and Light Snacks10:30 am - 11:15 am: Prof. Sheldon's Talk: "Empowering the Future: E-Mobility Trends and Opportunities in Battery Technology"11:15 am - 12:00 noon: Prof. Arun's Talk: "Design and Development of an Efficient On-Board Charger"12:00 noon - 12:30 pm: Q&A Session & Closing RemarksJoin us for two insightful seminars exploring the latest advancements in electric vehicle technology!Bldg: École de technologie supérieure, 1100 Notre-Dame St W, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3C 1K3

Abstract: Strongly-driven nonlinear optical processes such as spontaneous parametric down-conversion and spontaneous four-wave mixing can produce multiphoton nonclassical beams of light which have applications in quantum information processing and sensing. In contrast to the low-gain regime, new physical effects arise in a high-gain regime due to the interactions between the nonclassical light and the strong pump driving the nonlinear process. Here, we describe and experimentally observe a gain-dependent group delay between the multiphoton pulses generated in a high-gain type-II spontaneous parametric down-conversion source. Since the group delay introduces distinguishability between the generated photons, it will be important to compensate for it when designing quantum interference devices in which strong optical nonlinearities are required.Joint work with Guillaume Thekkadath, Martin Houde, Duncan England and Ben Sussman.Co-sponsored by: INRS Optica-SPIE Student ChapterSpeaker(s): Nicolás QuesadaRoom: Salle Tudor Johnston, Bldg: INRS-EMT, 1650 Boulevard Lionel-Boulet, Varennes, Quebec, Canada, J3X 1P7, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/418357

!! Event Rescheduled to May 24 at 6pm MT !!Join the IEEE Southern Alberta Section Young Professionals for our first Social of the year - Tactical Laser Tag at YYC Classified! Open to all IEEE Members, Non-Members and Guests. You are invited to YYC Classified for an evening of tactical laser tag, followed by networking at The Canadian Brewhouse (Calgary Northgate) and light appetizers.Registration closes on Wednesday, May 22nd at 5pm MT and we have limited spots, so don't delay! We hope to see you there.Agenda: 5:45-6pm - Check In at YYC Classified (1305 33 St NE Bay 3, Calgary, AB T2A 5P1)6-8pm - YYC Classified Tactical Laser Tag8:15-9:30pm - Networking at The Canadian Brewhouse (Calgary Northgate) (425 36 St NE, Calgary, AB T2A 6K3)1305 33 St NE Bay 3, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2A 5P1

IEEE Toronto Section is happy to invite all section members and family to the 2024 spring social @ SPIN ping pong bar in downtown Toronto. No need to be a ping pong professional! We just want to meet IEEE Toronto members and any friends or family that you would like to bring.Please ensure you get your ticket(s) via (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ieee-toronto-social-at-spin-toronto-tickets-895666722277)Link for copy paste: (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ieee-toronto-social-at-spin-toronto-tickets-895666722277?aff=oddtdtcreator)Thank you for being an IEEE Toronto member, or a friend of a member. Each $20 ticket has been discounted by IEEE Toronto and will give you access to our private area with reserved ping pong tables, and snacks provided. One free premium drink ticket given per person ($16 value) with additional drinks available for purchase. Even if you've never touched a ping pong paddle, come meet other IEEE Toronto members and have some fun!461 King Street West Lower Level, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5V 1K4

English belowLes branches étudiantes IEEE de l'INRS et de Polytechnique vous invitent à participer au concours de design "Rectenna".Les étudiants devront concevoir une rectenna en fonction du cahier des charges fourni par les organisateurs. La fréquence, la diode, le niveau de puissance d'entrée ainsi que d'autres paramètres seront communiqués aux étudiants inscrits 2 semaines avant le concours. Durant cette période, les concurrents concevront leur rectenna avec le logiciel souhaité. Le jour du concours, les étudiants construiront leurs prototypes à l'aide du matériel fourni. Sur la base d'une Figure de Mérite (FoM) qui inclut principalement la taille et la puissance de sortie, les gagnants seront classés et récompensés par une carte cadeau (1ère position : 300$, 2ème position : 200$ et 3ème position : 100$)Nous nous occupons de la nourriture et des rafraîchissements.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The IEEE Student Branches of INRS and Polytechnique invites you to take part in the Rectenna Design Competition.Students will have to design a rectenna based on the specifications provided by the organizers. Frequency, diode, input power level and other parameters will be communicated to the registered students 2 weeks prior the competition. During this period, competitors will design their rectenna with the desired software. The day of the competition, students will build their prototypes using the provided materials. Based on a Figure of Merit (FoM) that mainly includes size and output power, the winners will be ranked and rewarded with a gift cards (1st position : 300$, 2nd position : 200$ and 3rd position : 100$)We take care of food and refreshments.À bientôt!Co-sponsored by: INRS, MTT-SAgenda: 11th of may : beginning of the rectenna design25th of may :- 9AM : Prototype building- 12PM: Launch- 5PM : Awards ceremonyRoom: Northwest Portal, Suite 6900, Place Bonaventure 800, rue de La Gauchetière, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H5A 1K6

Speaker: Janos Toth, Vice President of Business Development, GravientThe topics will include the following:· The need for grid scale (larger than 20 MWh) energy storage· Challenges with the current grid scale energy storage technologies (pumped hydro, compressed air, hydrogen, Lithium Ion and other chemical batteries)· Development of gravity based lifted weigh energy storage technology.· Gravity based lifted weight grid scale energy technology details.· Benefits of lifted weight energy storage technology· Status of implementation of lifted weight energy storage technologyRegistration is optional, but we want to know who to expect.10:00 AM P.D.T. You can log in at 9:45 AM (12:45 PM Montreal) to check connection and say hello.All IEEE members are welcome, especially those Life Members that don't have a local Affinity Group.We are looking for speakers for the rest of the year, contact Carl Zanon if interested.Speaker(s): Janos TothAgenda: 9:45 AM Zoom opens10:00 AM Welcome and speaker introduction10:05 AM SpeakerVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/419663

The annual IEEE Ottawa Robotics Competition encourages students from Grades 4 to 12 to develop an early interest in science, technology, and engineering. In teams, students will design and build an autonomous robot using LEGO® EV3 or Arduino kits to compete in a full day event filled with exciting challenges. In addition, teams will be judged on a presentation documenting their design process.Please only complete this form if you wish to pay via online payment, if you wish to pay by cheque please do complete this form.Please complete the supervisor and team google forms found on orc.ieeeottawa.ca regardless of submitting this form. This form will uses that form as a reference of team information and payment preference. For further questions please contact [email protected]: Gym, 5115 Kanata Ave., Kanata, Ontario, Canada, K2K 3K5

Join us for an enlightening exploration into the transformative impact of smart technologies on elderly care. Hosted by IEEE Toronto Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS) and Fabric Based Research Platform (FIBRE), this event features an exciting talk by our distinguished speaker, Prof. Ratko Magjarević.As the global population ages at an unprecedented rate, the demand for innovative healthcare solutions has never been greater. Delve into the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare with Prof. Magjarević, as he shares insights on leveraging smart technologies to enhance the health and wellbeing of the elderly.Discover ongoing research efforts in personalized patient care, effective health policies, public health interventions, and recent advancements in IoT and wearable device connectivity architecture. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and contribute to shaping a healthier tomorrow.Register now to secure your spot and be part of this transformative discussion!Co-sponsored by: Fabric-Based Research (FIBRE) PlatformSpeaker(s): Prof. Ratko MagjarevićAgenda: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Registration and NetworkingAttendees arrive, check-in, and network with fellow participants.12:00 PM - 12:10 PM: Opening Remarks12:10 PM - 12:50 PM: Technical Talk12:50 PM - 1:00 PM: Q&A Session1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch Break and NetworkingEnjoy a delicious lunch and continue networking with fellow attendees. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available to accommodate dietary preferences.1:30 PM: End of EventRoom: TRI-UC - 2nd floor Auditorium, Bldg: Toronto Rehab University Center, 550 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5G 2A2

Mark your calendars for an evening of connections and discovery at "Welcome to the Industry Mixer at Lucky Bastard Distillers" on Wednesday, May 29th, 2024. This event is hosted by IEEE Young Professionals and WIE (Women in Engineering). Offers a welcoming and informal atmosphere perfect for making new connections. Your ticket opens the door to engaging conversations, a behind-the-scenes distillery tour, tasty appetizers, and a complimentary beverage. Don't miss the chance to encounter potential future business partners, colleagues, future employers, and mentors!The Welcome to the Industry Mixer event's main purpose is for new graduates and engineering students to immerse themselves in the local IEEE community. This is a great way for new graduates to make connections within their industry.Ticket Information:- Engineering Students (Class of 2024): Enjoy complimentary access as our honored guests.- WIE and IEEE Members: Your exclusive rate is $15.- General Admission (Non-members): A full evening of opportunity awaits you at $20.IEEE Young Professionals- IEEE Young Professionals is an international community of enthusiastic, dynamic, and innovative members and volunteers. IEEE is committed to helping young professionals evaluate their career goals, polish their professional image, and create the building blocks of a lifelong and diverse professional network.WIE- IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) is a global network of IEEE members and volunteers dedicated to promoting women engineers and scientists, and inspiring girls around the world to follow their academic interests in a career in engineering and science.Agenda: Start TimeDescription6:00pmRegistration Starts6:45pmDistillery Tour- Group 17:30pmDistillery Tour- Group 28:00pmMore Network & More Mingle814 47th St E, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7K 0X4

IEEE Kitchener-Waterloo Section PES chapter is continuing its power system webinar series for academia and industry professionals. The third webinar of this series is on topic " Real-time simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing for grid modernization", which will occur on 30th May 2024. In coming months in 2024, other webinars on current challenges faced in the power system domain will be organized. Stay tuned!Speaker(s): Kati Sidwall, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/414355

The urgent need to address climate change is recognised globally with Australia adopting a net zero emissions target by 2050 and commitments to reduce carbon emissions by 2030. The adoption of hydrogen as a substitute for carbon-containing fossil fuels would prevent emissions of greenhouse gases. However, hydrogen is itself an indirect greenhouse gas and any leakage of hydrogen in the atmosphere because of fugitive emissions from a hydrogen economy will impact the climate, partially offsetting the climate benefits of a reduction in CO2. Hydrogen is a volatile, and odorless gas with relatively small molecular size and low viscosity; thus, hydrogen systems are highly prone to leakage. As such, there is an urgent need to build capacity to detect and minimise fugitive hydrogen emissions to the environment. To address the risk of hydrogen fugitive emissions and leaks, robust, reliable, real-time, power efficient, and scalable sensing and leak detection technologies, including advanced hydrogen gas sensors should be employed. Currently many different types of hydrogen sensor are commercially available or in development. However, to meet the demands of an evolving future hydrogen economy, ongoing research has focused on continuously enhancing sensitivity, selectivity, response time, low detection limit and reliability in addition to reducing sensor size, cost, and power consumption. We have developed innovative gas sensing technologies via synthesising hybrid photoactive nanomaterials using facile chemical methods. These nanomaterials include Pd-TiO2 hollow nanospheres, rGO-Pd-TiO2 and Pd-TiO2 solid nanospheres that have shown promising results to detect hydrogen gas at room or low operating temperature (i.e., low power requirements) with high sensitivity and selectivity and fast response (within seconds) by using photoexcitation. This talk discusses benefits of nanomaterial hybridisation and photoexcitation to hydrogen gas sensing, the underlying sensing mechanisms, and strategies to overcome current limitations.Speaker(s): MahnazRoom: 10704, Bldg: Applied Sciences Building, ASB 10704, Simon Fraser Unviersity - Burnaby, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, V5A 0A7, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/420119