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IEEE Montreal Keynote Talk
IEEE Montreal Keynote Talk
IEEE Montreal Section and its Communications & IT Chapter and STARaCom invite you to attend two interesting talks proceeding with a light breakfast:First talk: Advancing Toward 6G and Beyond: Unifying Communications, Sensing, Computing, and IntelligenceWith the release of 3GPP 5G-Advanced (Release 18) and ongoing efforts toward Release 19, the path to 6G is taking shape through a series of transformative paradigm shifts. These include the intelligent integration of people, machines, and the environment; the convergence of space-air-ground-sea infrastructures; the alignment of diverse frequency bands with distinct propagation characteristics; and the fusion of communication, sensing, computing, positioning, and intelligence into a unified ecosystem. While further development is still needed for 5G-Advanced, the global research community has been driving the exploration of disruptive technologies and visionary services for 6G and beyond. This talk begins by outlining emerging use cases and key enabling technologies for next-generation networks. It then introduces foundational concepts in quantum computing and discusses their potential applications in the future communication landscape. The presentation concludes with a discussion of strategic research directions expected to shape innovation in the coming <a href="http://decades.Second" target="_blank" title="decades.Second">decades.Second talk: Explainable and Robust AI for 6GUnlike previous generations of wireless networks, which were primarily designed to meet the requirements of human communications, 5G networks enable extensive data collection from machines. As we transition to 6G, the emphasis moves beyond connectivity toward leveraging this machine-generated data for a new spectrum of control applications, such as extended reality, remote surgery, and autonomous vehicle platoons. Designing communication systems for these advanced control applications introduces a distinct set of challenges. These include meeting stringent requirements for delay and reliability, addressing the semantics of control systems, and ensuring robust resource management. In the first part of this talk, we explore ultra-reliable channel modeling and communication techniques based on the integration of extreme value theory with generative artificial intelligence (AI). These methods offer improved accuracy in predicting rare but critical events while providing adaptivity to dynamic scenarios. In the second part of the talk, we explore the benefits of employing optimization theory based, explainable, and safe AI in radio resource management for the joint design of control and communication systems. These approaches offer a systematic methodology to enhance robustness and interpret decisions made by black-box AI <a href="http://models.">models. []Speaker(s): Professor Octavia A. Dobre , Professor Sinem ColeriAgenda: - 08:30-09:00 Breakfast- 09:00-10:00 First talk: Advancing Toward 6G and Beyond: Unifying Communications, Sensing, Computing, and Intelligence- 10:00-11:00 Second talk: Explainable and Robust AI for 6GRoom: 6900, Bldg: INRS, 800, De La Gauchetière Ouest (6th level), Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H5A 1K6
IEEE DS: In-band coexistence and spectrum shared communication
IEEE DS: In-band coexistence and spectrum shared communication
Abstract:With the advent of Internet of Things, the growing need for rural broadband access, and pervasive coverage and connectivity interest via space-air-ground networks, managing dynamic requirement of spectrum and its scarcity has become a major research focus. To address the challenges associated with the increased demand of wireless spectrum, one approach is to improve spectrum utilization. While higher frequencies are suited for short-range point-to-point communication, regulatory agencies worldwide have also been focusing on the efficient reuse of the lower frequency bands, e.g., television (TV) and location services (NAVIC) bands, for non-broadcasting purposes. Besides, co-usage of common spectrum bands is being explored for higher spectral efficiency. In this talk we will discuss in-band coexistence in active broadcast bands, e.g., digital terrestrial television (DTT) and fixed satellite service (FSS) bands, also called TV gray spaces (TVGS) or TV black spaces (TVBS), as opposed to TV white spaces (TVWS). We will discuss one-sided in-band coexistence without necessarily maintaining the spatial and spectral `distance’, wherein the legacy users need to be protected while the coexisting entities aim to fulfil their required service quality by exploiting the unique transmission and signaling features of legacy transmissions and by dynamically adapting its transmission and interference mitigation abilities. We will then briefly discuss the possibilities of spectrum shared communication over a common band, wherein the coexisting parties participate for their respective communications by mutually adapting their transmission needs and interference management at the receiver, with as well as without the presence of a spectrum <a href="http://controller.Bio:Swades" target="_blank" title="controller.Bio:Swades">controller.Bio:Swades De (web.iitd.ac.in/~swadesd) received the B.Tech. degree in Radiophysics and Electronics from the University of Calcutta in 1993, the M.Tech. degree in Optoelectronics and Optical communication from IIT Delhi in 1998, and the Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 2004. Dr. De is currently a Senior Professor with the Department of Electrical Engineering, IIT Delhi. Before moving to IIT Delhi in 2007, he was a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor with the Department of ECE, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ, USA, from 2004–2007. He worked as an ERCIM Post-doctoral Researcher at ISTI-CNR, Pisa, Italy (2004), and has nearly five years of industry experience in India on telecom hardware and software development, from 1993–1997, 1999. His research interests are broadly in communication networks, with emphasis on performance modeling and analysis. Current directions include energy sustainable and green communications, wireless energy transfer, in-band coexistence and spectrum sharing communications, smart grid networks, and IoT communications. Dr. De currently serves as an Associate Editor of IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS, IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON VEHICULAR TECHNOLOGY, and IEEE WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS <a href="http://MAGAZINE.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="MAGAZINE.Speaker(s):">MAGAZINE.Speaker(s): , SwadesAgenda: 12:30 PM: Pizza lunch1:00 M: IEEE Distinguished Speaker (DS) TalkRoom: Dupuis 215, Bldg: Dupuis Hall, Queen's University, 19 Division St, Kingston, ON , Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L 2N9
IEEE Toronto Virtual Golf Spring Social
IEEE Toronto Virtual Golf Spring Social
[]IEEE Toronto has reserved the venue for a private event. We'd love to connect with volunteers, members, and your family, friends, or coworkers for our 2025 spring social event. Your ticket will get you 2 drinks, snacks, and a chance to take some swings in the golf simulator. Tickets are limited and are heavily <a href="http://subsidized.The" target="_blank" title="subsidized.The">subsidized.The Sand Trap, 1306 King Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Workshop on Advances in Telecommunications Research (WATR)
Date : June 16-18, 2025 -- Time 9:00 am - 2:30 pmVenue : Queen's UniversityScope : This workshop provides a dynamic platform for exchanging ideas, fostering collaborations, and shaping the future of telecommunications networks. This year’s theme focuses on interdisciplinary innovations shaping the next generation of telecommunications. Key discussions will explore how AI, quantum computing, and other emerging technologies are transforming the <a href="http://field.Format" target="_blank" title="field.Format">field.Format : WATR 2025 will follow a structured daily module format, ensuring a balanced mix of talks and <a href="http://discussions.Registration" target="_blank" title="discussions.Registration">discussions.Registration : A registration fee is set at $200 for faculty and researchers, and $100 for <a href="http://students.Organizing" target="_blank" title="students.Organizing">students.Organizing Committee :* Honorary Chair : Hossam Hassanein, Queen's University* Workshop Chair : Abd-Elhamid M. Taha, Alfaisal University and Queen's University* Program Cochairs : Ahmed Refaey Hussein, Guelph University and Ayman Radwan, IST - University of Lisbon* Local Arrangements Chair : Salimur Choudhury, Queen's UniversityBldg: Walter Light Hall, 19 Union Street, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, K7L 3N9
IEEE International Day in Signal Processing: Celebrating the Past, Present, and Future of Signal Processing
IEEE International Day in Signal Processing: Celebrating the Past, Present, and Future of Signal Processing
Join us on June 16th, 2025 for a special one-hour event in celebration of the IEEE International Day in Signal Processing. Industry leader, Dr. Ahmed Medra, will deliver an engaging talk on the fascinating history of signal processing and its transformative impact on the high-tech industry. Following the presentation, enjoy a networking session with fellow professionals and enthusiasts over pizza. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and celebrate the innovative field of signal processing!350 Legget Drive, Kanata , Ontario, Canada, K2K 0G7
Electrical Insulating Fluid Testing and Dissolved Gas Analysis of Oil Immersed Transformers
Electrical Insulating Fluid Testing and Dissolved Gas Analysis of Oil Immersed Transformers
Presentation will break down to different topics which Insulating Fluid Quality tests are recommended and what they mean. It will also delve into Dissolved Gas Analysis and how we get the information needed and offer recommendations using analytical tools like Duval's Triangle and <a href="http://Pentagon.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="Pentagon.Speaker(s):">Pentagon.Speaker(s): Steven, Agenda: 7:00PM - Introduction of IEEE Hamilton Section7:15PM - Presentation8:00PM - Q&A8:15PM - RefreshmentsRoom: Meeting Room 1, Bldg: Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre, 2302 Bridge Road, Oakville, Ontario, Canada, L6L 2G6
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Workshop on Sensing, Coding, and Communications
Workshop on Sensing, Coding, and Communications
I am happy to announce a Workshop on Sensing, Coding, and Communications to be held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at the University of Toronto, Bahen Centre for Information Technology, BA 2135 from 9 AM to 4:15 PM featuring the following distinguished speakers:-Prof. Henk Wymeersch (Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden)-Prof. Shuowen Zhang (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, China)-Prof. Liang Liu (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University) - ComSoc Distinguished Lecturer-Prof. Seok-Hwan Park (Jeonbuk National University, Korea)-Prof. Emanuele Viterbo (Monash University, Australia)-Prof. Hei Victor Cheng (Aarhus University, Denmark)-Prof. Li-Hsiang Shen (National Central University, Taiwan)Please RSVP your spot by June 10 using the following link:(<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOrY5kW2zw7pXX3qwcMdLRB2aPuGlqs1hkgc8V0TBezeKSiw/viewform)Room:" target="_blank" title="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOrY5kW2zw7pXX3qwcMdLRB2aPuGlqs1hkgc8V0TBezeKSiw/viewform)Room:">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOrY5kW2zw7pXX3qwcMdLRB2aPuGlqs1hkgc8V0TBezeKSiw/viewform)Room:BA 2135, Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4Y1R5
IEEE ComSoc Distinguished Lecture: Ubiquitous Sensing in 6G Cellular Networks
IEEE ComSoc Distinguished Lecture: Ubiquitous Sensing in 6G Cellular Networks
Recently, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has identified integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) as a primary usage scenario for the sixth-generation (6G) cellular networks in IMT-2030 Framework. As a result, future cellular networks will provide not only communication services, but also sensing services such as localization and tracking. However, how to exploit the existing communication infrastructure to effectively achieve sensing functions remains an open problem for 6G. In this talk, we will introduce the methodologies to leverage various types of communication nodes in cellular networks as anchors, including base stations, user equipments, and reconfigurable intelligent surfaces, to perform ubiquitous sensing. Specifically, the advantages and disadvantages of each type of anchors will be listed, and the efficient solutions to overcome these disadvantages will be outlined. Apart from theoretical works, this talk will also present our latest achievements in building a 6G ISAC platform that operates at the millimeter-wave band. We will conclude this talk by discussing some promising future directions that will be beneficial to the transformation of the world’s largest communication network into the world’s largest sensing <a href="http://network.Please" target="_blank" title="network.Please">network.Please complete a FREE registration by June 10 to reserve your spot using the following link:(<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOrY5kW2zw7pXX3qwcMdLRB2aPuGlqs1hkgc8V0TBezeKSiw/viewform)Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOrY5kW2zw7pXX3qwcMdLRB2aPuGlqs1hkgc8V0TBezeKSiw/viewform)Speaker(s):">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOrY5kW2zw7pXX3qwcMdLRB2aPuGlqs1hkgc8V0TBezeKSiw/viewform)Speaker(s): Dr. Liang Liu , Room: BA 2135, Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Progress Towards High Dimensional Quantum Communications in Turbulent Free-Space Channels
Progress Towards High Dimensional Quantum Communications in Turbulent Free-Space Channels
Progress Towards High Dimensional Quantum Communications in Turbulent Free-Space ChannelsAbstract:Quantum key distribution (QKD) enables information-theoretically secure communication, guaranteed by the fundamental principles of quantum mechanics. By leveraging quantum properties of single particles, most often photons, QKD allows two parties to establish a shared secret key with provable resistance against both classical and quantum eavesdroppers. While most communication today is done in a binary scheme using 1s and 0s, by pushing beyond 2 dimensions with high-dimensional (HD) QKD protocols, more than one bit of information can be encoded per photon. Additionally, secure quantum communications can be done even in noisy channels where 2-dimensional QKD would be impossible. Free-space channels, where the spatial degree of freedom of photons is available for encoding, like ground-satellite links and ground-ground links are clear candidates for the implementation of HD QKD. Free-space channels on Earth, despite the name, are not actually free due to fluctuations in the atmosphere called turbulence. We investigate the challenges and benefits of using spatial modes of light, in particular the Orbital Angular Momentum (OAM) of photons to make HD QKD realisable in turbulent free-space <a href="http://channels.------------------------------------------------------------------------Progrès" target="_blank" title="channels.------------------------------------------------------------------------Progrès">channels.------------------------------------------------------------------------Progrès vers des communications quantiques de haute dimension dans des canaux turbulents en espace libreRésumé:La distribution quantique de clés (QKD) permet une communication théoriquement sécurisée, garantie par les principes fondamentaux de la mécanique quantique. En exploitant les propriétés quantiques de particules uniques, le plus souvent des photons, la QKD permet à deux parties d'établir une clé secrète partagée avec une résistance démontrable aux écoutes électroniques classiques et quantiques. Alors que la plupart des communications actuelles se font selon un schéma binaire utilisant des 1 et des 0, en dépassant les deux dimensions avec les protocoles QKD haute dimension (HD), plus d'un bit d'information peut être codé par photon. De plus, des communications quantiques sécurisées peuvent être réalisées même dans des canaux bruyants où la QKD bidimensionnelle serait impossible. Les canaux en espace libre, où le degré de liberté spatial des photons est disponible pour le codage, comme les liaisons sol-satellite et sol-sol, sont des candidats évidents pour la mise en œuvre de la QKD HD. Les canaux en espace libre sur Terre, malgré leur nom, ne sont pas réellement libres en raison des fluctuations de l'atmosphère appelées turbulences. Nous étudions les défis et les avantages de l'utilisation des modes spatiaux de lumière, en particulier le moment angulaire orbital (OAM) des photons pour rendre le HD QKD réalisable dans des canaux turbulents en espace <a href="http://libre.Lukas" target="_blank" title="libre.Lukas">libre.Lukas Scarfe (PhD candidate at the University of Ottawa)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 <a href="http://researchers.https://nrc.canada.ca/en/research-development/research-collaboration/programs/high-throughput-secure-networks-challenge-programLe" target="_blank" title="researchers.https://nrc.canada.ca/en/research-development/research-collaboration/programs/high-throughput-secure-networks-challenge-programLe">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 <a href="http://chercheurs.https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/recherche-developpement/recherche-collaboration/programmes/programme-defi-reseaux-securises-haut-debitNEW:" target="_blank" title="chercheurs.https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/recherche-developpement/recherche-collaboration/programmes/programme-defi-reseaux-securises-haut-debitNEW:">chercheurs.https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/recherche-developpement/recherche-collaboration/programmes/programme-defi-reseaux-securises-haut-debitNEW: In order to promote more open discussions/interactions, at the end of the presentation and Q/A, we will allow other experts in this field (quantum comm) to present very briefly their work (1 slide, 2 min max) or their <a href="http://company.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="company.Co-sponsored">company.Co-sponsored by: National Research Council, Canada. <a href="http://Optonique.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="Optonique.Speaker(s):">Optonique.Speaker(s): Lukas Scarfe, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/488212
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IEEE Ottawa EMBS and CU@EMBS Biomedical Engineering Workshop
IEEE Ottawa EMBS and CU@EMBS Biomedical Engineering Workshop
A workshop on biomedical engineering that includes a talk by Dr. Shohei Mori on Cancer treatment by high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU): cavitation-enhanced treatment and <a href="http://monitoring.Here" target="_blank" title="monitoring.Here">monitoring.Here is the schedule of the event:- 8:30-9:00, Reception & opening- 9:00-10:00, Research seminar by Dr. Mori- 10:00- 12:00, Presentations by grad students (15 min each)- 12:00-13:00, Lunch- 13:00-15:15, Presentations by grad students (15 min each)- 15:15-15:30, ClosingCo-sponsored by: CU@EMBSSpeaker(s): , Dr. Shohei MoriAgenda: - 8:30-9:00, Reception & opening- 9:00-10:00, Research seminar by Dr. Mori- 10:00- 12:00, Presentations by grad students (15 min each)- 12:00-13:00, Lunch- 13:00-15:15, Presentations by grad students (15 min each)- 15:15-15:30, ClosingRoom: 3101, Bldg: Canal Building, Carleton University, 1125 Colonel By Dr., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1S 5B6
IEEE Nuclear Presentation Series – Micro-Nuclear Energy: A National Strategic Technology Imperative to Secure Canada’s Arctic Sovereignty
IEEE Nuclear Presentation Series – Micro-Nuclear Energy: A National Strategic Technology Imperative to Secure Canada’s Arctic Sovereignty
The (https://vancouver.ieee.ca) and the IEEE Future Directions Committee are organizing a series of presentations to address the widespread interest in clean energy sources, new nuclear reactor technologies, and the various related issues. This series of talks will cover aspects of nuclear energy and the disruptive new technology of Small Modular Reactors. These presentations will be of interest both to engineers who are not nuclear specialists, and to the general public who are interested in learning about the <a href="http://technology.TOPIC:Micro-Nuclear" target="_blank" title="technology.TOPIC:Micro-Nuclear">technology.TOPIC:Micro-Nuclear Energy: A National Strategic Technology Imperative to Secure Canada’s Arctic SovereigntyDATE: June 18, 2025LOCATION: OnlinePRESENTER: Mr. Peter LangMr. Peter Lang will address the increasing threat to the sovereignty of Canada’s arctic borders, and examine the critical role that energy plays in implementing sovereignty enhancing measures. Micro-nuclear energy plants offer an enduring, zero-emissions energy solution to meet the unique energy requirements of our Arctic military and civilian communities for decades to <a href="http://come.This" target="_blank" title="come.This">come.This presentation is free. IEEE members and the general public are welcome to attend. Registration is <a href="http://required.This" target="_blank" title="required.This">required.This presentation series is organized by:- (<a href="https://ieee-sustech.org/2023/ieees-sustech-initiative/)-" target="_blank" title="https://ieee-sustech.org/2023/ieees-sustech-initiative/)-">https://ieee-sustech.org/2023/ieees-sustech-initiative/)- (<a href="https://vancouver.ieee.ca/physics)This" target="_blank" title="https://vancouver.ieee.ca/physics)This">https://vancouver.ieee.ca/physics)This presentation series is supported by:- (<a href="https://ieee-npss.org/)-" target="_blank" title="https://ieee-npss.org/)-">https://ieee-npss.org/)- (<a href="https://ieee-npss.org/)Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="https://ieee-npss.org/)Co-sponsored">https://ieee-npss.org/)Co-sponsored by: IEEE Future Directions Committee, IEEE SusTech InitiativeSpeaker(s): Mr. Peter LangAgenda: The presentation will start at 9:00 AM Pacific Time (12:00 EDT, 16:00 UTC).09:00 Welcome and Speaker Introduction09:10 Presentation09:45 Questions and Answers10:00 Presentation endsNOTE If you have registered, you should receive the Zoom URL in a separate email, shortly before the presentation time. Please check your email spam <a href="http://folder.NOTE" target="_blank" title="folder.NOTE">folder.NOTE Please be sure to leave sufficient time to set up your web browser and / or remote meeting client prior to the start <a href="http://time.Virtual:" target="_blank" title="time.Virtual:">time.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/483802
Distinguished Lecturer Talk: Beyond the Horizon: Terahertz Communications Inclusion in 6G Networks By Prof. Nizar Zorba (Senior Member, IEEE)
Distinguished Lecturer Talk: Beyond the Horizon: Terahertz Communications Inclusion in 6G Networks By Prof. Nizar Zorba (Senior Member, IEEE)
Distinguished Lecturer Talk: Beyond the Horizon: Terahertz Communications Inclusion in 6G NetworksBy Prof. Nizar Zorba (Senior Member, IEEE)- Date: June 18th, 2025.- Time: 10:00 AM (Eastern).- Location: ACEB 1415, Amit Chakma Engineering Building, Western University, London, <a href="http://Ontario.Abstract:Wireless" target="_blank" title="Ontario.Abstract:Wireless">Ontario.Abstract:Wireless backhaul/fronthaul links are proposed as an alternative for massive deployment of small cells because they are more flexible, easy to deploy, and cost effective as compared to the traditional optical fiber links. High frequency millimetre wave (mmWave) and terahertz (THz) links meet the capacity requirements of next generation communication networks. However, mmWave/THz links suffer from susceptibility to weather conditions and require a line-of-sight (LoS) connection, which is the main hurdle in urban regions. The networked flying platforms (NFPs) provide a possibility of wireless LoS fronthaul link and thus, enable the implementation of mmWave/THz in commercial systems at a fast pace, and is expected to boom in the next <a href="http://years.In" target="_blank" title="years.In">years.In this talk we will start with a literature review on the chronological order for mmWave/THz communications, Intelligent reflecting surface (IRS), UAVs and multihop technology with the objective to introduce the different technologies that will merge to solve the challenges faced by Terahertz communications. Along the whole talk, we will highlight the different technologies that enable the tackled scenario, together with the comparison to the different proposals from the literature/industry to deal with such scenario. Different standardization efforts for Terahertz communications will be <a href="http://presented.BioNizar" target="_blank" title="presented.BioNizar">presented.BioNizar Zorba (Senior Member, IEEE) received the B.Sc. degree in electrical engineering from JUST University, Jordan, in 2002, and the Ph.D. degree in signal processing for communications from UPC Barcelona, Spain, in 2007. He is currently a Professor with the Electrical Engineering Department, Qatar University, Doha, Qatar. He has authored six international patents, two books, contributed to seven book chapters, and co-authored over 180 papers in peer-reviewed journals and international conferences. He is associate EiC of the IEEE Communications Magazine, an Area Editor of the IEEE Communications Letters and an Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on Cognitive Communications and Networking. He is also an IEEE ComSoc Distinguished Lecturer 2024-2025. Dr. Zorba is a Former Chair of the IEEE Communication Society Technical Committee on Communications Systems Integration and <a href="http://Modelling.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="Modelling.Co-sponsored">Modelling.Co-sponsored by:The IEEE London Section-Computer Chapter and the Optimized Computing and Communications (OC2) Lab at Western <a href="http://University.Room:" target="_blank" title="University.Room:">University.Room: ACEB 1415, Bldg: Amit Chakma Engineering Building, Western University, 151 Richmond St., London, Ontario, Canada, N6A 3K7
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An electrocution in San Antonio out on the sidewalk.
An electrocution in San Antonio out on the sidewalk.
Anatomy of an Accident:How Sloppy work and a Lack of Documentation Caused Massive Payouts!On Thursday morning, January 7, 1999, a woman walking to work died on the sidewalk in front of UTSA downtown. The cause was ruled as electrocution from an energized metal lid in the sidewalk. The resultant investigation revealed a lack of final inspection on the original work and many problems with subsequent work. Enough that San Antonio’s Central Power Supply (CPS) and others paid out a combined $6.4M. James Mercier, who was at that time an engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation, will present and discuss the various errors discovered from his investigation for TxDOT and in the court records. Long after the court case was settled, James may have figured out what really happened that day!Speaker(s): James, Agenda: - Introduction- Presentation by Mr. James MercierVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/482904
Locking the Basement Doors: Security for the Next Generation of Industrial Internet-of-Things
Locking the Basement Doors: Security for the Next Generation of Industrial Internet-of-Things
Abstract:Vulnerabilities in OS and application software, although hard to eliminate, are well known. This talk will look a couple layers down in the stack to securing the lowest-level software in a device, often referred to as firmware, with the intent of blocking hard-to-find and hard-to-eradicate attacks classified as Advanced Persistent <a href="http://Threats.The" target="_blank" title="Threats.The">Threats.The talk covers why firmware is uniquely-difficult to protect, introduces the Root of Trust concept, and goes on to describe technology such as the Trusted Computing Group’s Trusted Platform Module (TPM), as a component to enhance a device’s ability to defend itself against APTs. Although low-level security issues can exist in any computing environment, this talk focuses on IoT and Industrial IoT <a href="http://applications.Speaker's" target="_blank" title="applications.Speaker's">applications.Speaker's Bio:Guy C. Fedorkow is a Distinguished Engineer at Juniper Networks. He received the BASc in Engineering Science and MASc in Electrical Engineering at University of Toronto, and went on to develop both packet-switching technology and high-throughput parallel computer architectures at Bolt, Beranek and Newman in Cambridge, MA. At Cisco Systems, he did hardware design and system architecture for cell-switching and high-scale internet service provider routers. Continuing at Juniper Networks, he has served as system architect for high-throughput Internet service provider products. Guy is currently working on trusted computing technologies to protect underlying computational infrastructure in router, switch and firewall products at Juniper Networks, and is a Fellow in the MIT Connection Sciences group. <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-fedorkow-3b65151/Room:" target="_blank" title="https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-fedorkow-3b65151/Room:">https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-fedorkow-3b65151/Room: SF B560, Bldg: Sanford Fleming Building, University of Toronto, 10 King's College Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 3G4
From Geothermal to Vertical Farming: An Engineer’s Journey into Food Security and AgTech Innovation
From Geothermal to Vertical Farming: An Engineer’s Journey into Food Security and AgTech Innovation
This is a joint meeting of Canadian Society of Senior Engineers and IEEE Life Members Affinity <a href="http://Groups.This" target="_blank" title="Groups.This">Groups.This series of presentations has been occurring for more than 20 years and is now being also advertised to the IEEE Northern Canada Section (NCS) Life Members Affinity Group (LMAG) through vTools and other IEEE LMAG's and IEEE members depending upon the topic. At the same time the Canadian Society of Senior Engineers (CSSE) is using their national organization to provide information, the subject and speaker to members across <a href="http://Canada.The" target="_blank" title="Canada.The">Canada.The next meeting will be held on Thursday, June 19, 2025. The meeting will open at 12:30 pm MDT (2:30pm Eastern), with the presentation starting at 12:45 (2:45 pm EDT). The meeting will be held via the Zoom platform with the actual invitations sent the afternoon of Wednesday, June 18 If you plan to attend and be included on the Zoom invite for this meeting please respond to Tom Madsen, [email protected], before noon on Wednesday, June 18.Please note the meeting originates in Alberta which is in the Mountain Time Zone, so if you are in another province you must account any necessary time <a href="http://shift.Title:" target="_blank" title="shift.Title:">shift.Title: From Geothermal to Vertical Farming: An Engineer’s Journey into Food Security and AgTech InnovationPresenter: Shlok Srivastava, P.<a href="http://Eng.Summary:" target="_blank" title="Eng.Summary:">Eng.Summary: With rising climate volatility, energy constraints, and supply chain disruptions, Canada faces an urgent need to develop resilient, locally grown food systems. In this talk, Shlok Srivastava, P.Eng., shares a compelling journey that began with a geothermal feasibility study at the Canadian Energy Centre and evolved into a bold venture in year-round strawberry production within a total controlled environment facility in Edmonton, <a href="http://Alberta.This" target="_blank" title="Alberta.This">Alberta.This transformation gave rise to GroHERE Harvest Ltd., an agri-tech company at the intersection of engineering, sustainability, and food innovation. The team recently repurposed an ex-cannabis facility into Alberta’s first commercial-scale vertical strawberry farm, marking a breakthrough for the <a href="http://Prairies.Attendees" target="_blank" title="Prairies.Attendees">Prairies.Attendees will get a behind-the-scenes look at the engineering challenges and breakthroughs of shifting from the energy sector to advanced food production — offering a fresh perspective on how Canada can reimagine its agricultural future and emerge as a net producer of premium fresh <a href="http://produce.Bio:" target="_blank" title="produce.Bio:">produce.Bio: Shlok Srivastava, P.Eng. is the Director of Operations at GroHERE Harvest Ltd., an agri-tech company advancing vertical farming for year-round strawberry production in Alberta. With over eight years of experience across the energy and agricultural sectors, Shlok has led innovative projects at the intersection of engineering, sustainability, and food security. His technical expertise spans O&G reservoir analysis, HVAC design, industrial energy audits, and data analytics. At GroHERE, he oversees engineering, QA/QC, and crop analytics, enabling high-efficiency cultivation within a fully controlled environment. Shlok is deeply committed to applying engineering innovation to strengthen local food systems and foster collaboration among industry, government, and regulatory <a href="http://partners.Virtual:" target="_blank" title="partners.Virtual:">partners.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/487614
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TALK 33: Kingston Area Electric Ferries Plus…
TALK 33: Kingston Area Electric Ferries Plus…
Speaker: Douglas CromeySubject: Kingston Area Electric Ferries Plus...Abstract:Doug will talk about his investigations into electric ferries in Kingston; how they were designed and will be <a href="http://powered.This" target="_blank" title="powered.This">powered.This is part of the TALK series organized by Carl Zanon of Vancouver Section LMAG. Times are Vancouver, 9:45 AM PDT is 12:45 PM <a href="http://EDT.All" target="_blank" title="EDT.All">EDT.All Life Members and anyone else interested is welcome to <a href="http://attend.Registration" target="_blank" title="attend.Registration">attend.Registration is optional, but we want to know who to <a href="http://expect.TALK" target="_blank" title="expect.TALK">expect.TALK series talks are not recorded, but sometimes the speaker makes the powerpoint presentation available. Only registered participants may request <a href="http://presentation.Future" target="_blank" title="presentation.Future">presentation.Future Talks planned:2025-Sep-20 TALK #34 Dr. Gordon Lovegrove Topic: Electric Trains 2.0Speaker(s): S.Douglas CromeyAgenda: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/49125402539:45" target="_blank" title="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/49125402539:45">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/49125402539:45 AM PDT Zoom opens 15 minutes of introductions, general discussion and computer <a href="http://help.10:00" target="_blank" title="help.10:00">help.10:00 AM PDT Welcome and speaker introduction10:05 AM PDT SpeakerVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/486568
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Celebrating IEEE WIE Day 2025 over Networking and Lunch
Celebrating IEEE WIE Day 2025 over Networking and Lunch
Celebrate International WIE Day with Us! 🌍🌸Join us for a special Networking & Lunch Event in honor of International Women in Engineering Day! Connect with fellow engineers, share stories, and build meaningful professional relationships in a warm and welcoming <a href="http://setting.350" target="_blank" title="setting.350">setting.350 Legget Dr, Kanata, ON K2K 3N1, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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Overcoming Efficiency and Linearity Challenges in 6G RF Power Amplifiers
Overcoming Efficiency and Linearity Challenges in 6G RF Power Amplifiers
Seminar by Prof. Anding Zhu (University College Dublin, Ireland)Speaker(s): Professor Anding Zhu, Room: 024, Bldg: Bahen Center for Information Technology, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 2E4
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Wireless Network Coverage Made Easy with WinProp
Wireless Network Coverage Made Easy with WinProp
With the advent of smart products, we are surrounded by wireless devices communicating via different technologies, like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, LTE, 5G, etc. When designing such products, it is important to test their performance inside different indoor and outdoor environments, for both coverage and interference. WinProp offers highly accurate and fast propagation models for almost every standard technology. This presentation will give an overview of WinProp capabilities for wireless network coverage analysis, with live <a href="http://demonstrations.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="demonstrations.Speaker(s):">demonstrations.Speaker(s): Gopinath Gampala , Dr. C.J. ReddyVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/483035
Current Status, Future Prospects and Reliability of GaN Power HEMTs
Current Status, Future Prospects and Reliability of GaN Power HEMTs
Gallium nitride (GaN) power devices have only recently become available commercially from different copmpanies. The new devices enable the design of converters at higher frequencies and efficiencies than those achievable with conventional Si devices. This webinar will review the characteristics and figures of marit of different types GaN devices enhancement and depletion mode and will give the status of vertical GaN power devices. In addition, the challenges encountered in GaN-based converter design are considered, such as the consequences of faster switching on gate driver design and board layout. Other issues such as unique reverse conduction behavior, dynamic RDS_ON, breakdown mechanisms, thermal design, device availability, and reliability qualification will be also <a href="http://discussed.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="discussed.Speaker(s):">discussed.Speaker(s): Tanya, EV.2.184 room,EV-Bulding, 1515 St. Catherine, West, , Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3G 2W1
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Advanced Control Strategies and Implementations for Petrochemical Plants and Unmanned Vehicles
Advanced Control Strategies and Implementations for Petrochemical Plants and Unmanned Vehicles
The Montreal Chapter of Control Systems (CS) cordially invites you to attend the following in-person talk, given by Dr. CARLOS SOTELO and Dr. DAVID SOTELO from the Tecnológico de Monterrey, <a href="http://Mexico.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="Mexico.Co-sponsored">Mexico.Co-sponsored by: Concordia UniversitySpeaker(s): Dr. Carlos Sotelo and David SoteloRoom: EV 2.184, Bldg: EV Building, Concordia University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, H3G 1M8
Generic LLMs in Cybersecurity
Generic LLMs in Cybersecurity
Generic Large Language Models (GLLMs) are continuously being released with increased size and capabilities, promoting the abilities of these tools as universal problem solvers. While the reliability of GLLMs' responses is questionable in many situations, these are augmented/ retrofitted with external resources for different applications including <a href="http://cybersecurity.The" target="_blank" title="cybersecurity.The">cybersecurity.The talk will discuss major security concerns of these pre-trained models: first GLLMs are prone to adversarial manipulation such as model poisoning, reverse engineering and side-channel cyberattacks. Second, the security issues related to LLM-generated codes using open-source libraries/codelets for software development can involve software supply chain attacks. These may result in information disclosure, access to restricted resources, privilege escalation, and complete system <a href="http://takeover.This" target="_blank" title="takeover.This">takeover.This talk will also cover the benefits and risks of using GLLMs in cybersecurity, particularly, in malware detection, log analysis, intrusion detection, etc. I will highlight the need for diverse AI approaches (non-LLM-based smaller models) trained with application-specific curated data, fine-tuned for well-tested security functionalities in identifying and mitigating emerging cyber threats including zero-day <a href="http://attacks.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="attacks.Speaker(s):">attacks.Speaker(s): Prof. Dipankar DasguptaAgenda: 20:00 Hours - START of Distinguished Lecture21:00 Hours - END of Distinguished Lecture21:00 Hours - Start of Q&A, Discussions, Thoughts, etcALL times are in EDT/EST formatVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/486071
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Impurities in Cryogenic Solids for Quantum Sciences
Impurities in Cryogenic Solids for Quantum Sciences
Abstract: Hybrid quantum systems offer a promising platform to study quantum phenomena that benefit from the individual strengths of their components. A new emerging hybrid quantum platform composed of spin-doped solid noble gas crystals and superconducting resonators. The noble gas crystals offer a soft, inert, predominantly spin-0 host matrix for the atomic impurities, while the alkali atoms have addressable hyperfine transitions in the GHz regime. In my talk, I will present this novel platform and demonstrate how to reach the strong coupling regime between the impurity ensemble and the superconducting resonator at mK temperatures for efficient coherent information exchange. I will also show coherence time measurements proving its suitability for quantum applications. At the end of my talk, I will discuss how this unique architecture can be used for exploring fundamental quantum effects and new <a href="http://technologies.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="technologies.Co-sponsored">technologies.Co-sponsored by: Prof. Nicolas QuesadaSpeaker(s): ElenaJ. Armand Bombardier J-1035, Polytechnique Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3T 1J4