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Balloons to Broadband: Centuries of Innovation Enabling Canada’s Future NetworksAbstract:Lighter-than-air (LTA) and communications technologies have evolved side-by-side for centuries. From 19th century balloon-borne airmail and telegraph-enabled spotter balloons, to stratospheric mesh networks and tethered “flying towers,” these platforms have repeatedly extended the reach of terrestrial communications networks. Each generation of LTA technology has supported operational communications while enabling the early deployment of new network <a href="http://technologies.This" target="_blank" title="technologies.This">technologies.This presentation traces the historical arc of LTA communications and situates them within current research on high-speed connectivity. It then introduces a demonstration project supported through collaboration between Lux Aerobot, the National Research Council of Canada (NRC), and McMaster University. The project leverages Lux's high-altitude platforms (HAPs) for early deployment and characterization of next-generation optical communication technologies for resilient, high-throughput connectivity tailored to Canada’s unique constraints and network <a href="http://needs..------------------------------------------------------------------------Des" target="_blank" title="needs..------------------------------------------------------------------------Des">needs..------------------------------------------------------------------------Des ballons au haut débit : des siècles d’innovation au service des futurs réseaux du CanadaRésumé:Les technologies des plus légers que l'air (PLA) et des communications ont évolué parallèlement au cours des siècles. Des ballons de courrier aérien et de télégraphie du XIXe siècle aux réseaux maillés stratosphériques et aux « tours volantes » captives, ces plateformes ont constamment étendu la portée des réseaux de communication terrestres. Chaque génération de technologie PLA a soutenu les communications opérationnelles tout en permettant le déploiement précoce de nouvelles technologies ré<a href="http://seau.Cette" target="_blank" title="seau.Cette">seau.Cette présentation retrace l'histoire des communications PLA et les situe dans le contexte des recherches actuelles sur la connectivité haut débit. Elle présente ensuite un projet de démonstration soutenu par la collaboration entre Lux Aerobot, le Conseil national de recherches du Canada (CNRC) et l'Université McMaster. Ce projet s'appuie sur les plateformes haute altitude (HAP) de Lux pour le déploiement et la caractérisation précoces de technologies de communication optique de nouvelle génération, afin d'offrir une connectivité résiliente et haut débit adaptée aux contraintes et aux besoins réseau uniques du <a href="http://Canada.Liam" target="_blank" title="Canada.Liam">Canada.Liam Graham, Systems & Montreal Team Lead, Lux AerobotAbout / 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 company. / Afin de favoriser des discussions/interactions plus ouvertes, à la fin de la présentation et des questions/réponses, nous permettrons aux experts de ce domaine (communications quantiques) de présenter très brièvement leurs travaux (1 diapositive, 2 min max) ou leur <a href="http://compagnie.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="compagnie.Co-sponsored">compagnie.Co-sponsored by: National Research Council, Canada. <a href="http://Optonique.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="Optonique.Speaker(s):">Optonique.Speaker(s): Liam Graham, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/499915
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UBC IEEE ExCom meeting to discuss hiring, next year plan and upcoming events, as well as the new UBC IEEE AESS <a href="http://Chapter.Room:" target="_blank" title="Chapter.Room:">Chapter.Room: 3009, Bldg: MCLD, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Free Registration (with a Zoom account; you can get one for free if you don't already have it. This requirement is to avoid Zoom bombing. Please sign in using the email address tied to your Zoom account — not necessarily the one you used to register for the <a href="http://event.):https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/i6n2sgjLQFelwXCNz4-YGQSynopsis:As" target="_blank" title="event.):https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/i6n2sgjLQFelwXCNz4-YGQSynopsis:As">event.):https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/i6n2sgjLQFelwXCNz4-YGQSynopsis:As large language models (LLMs) evolve from static, prompt-based tools into autonomous, agentic systems capable of reasoning, planning, and acting with minimal human oversight, organizations face an exciting yet complex frontier. These advanced systems hold the potential to revolutionize enterprise workflows, developer tools, and customer-facing applications—but realizing that potential requires navigating a host of technical and ethical <a href="http://challenges.This" target="_blank" title="challenges.This">challenges.This panel brings together leading voices from AI research, infrastructure engineering, and real-world application domains to discuss how agentic LLM systems are moving from lab experiments to production-grade deployments. Panelists will explore critical topics such as orchestration, safety, observability, and evaluation, while offering hard-earned lessons from deploying these systems at <a href="http://scale.Whether" target="_blank" title="scale.Whether">scale.Whether you're building tools for developers, integrating LLM agents into enterprise pipelines, or shaping the next wave of intelligent products, this discussion will equip you with the strategic and technical know-how to bring agentic AI into impactful, everyday use. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what it truly takes to operationalize the future of <a href="http://AI.---------------------------------------------------------------By" target="_blank" title="AI.---------------------------------------------------------------By">AI.---------------------------------------------------------------By registering for this event, you agree that IEEE and the organizers are not liable to you for any loss, damage, injury, or any incidental, indirect, special, consequential, or economic loss or damage (including loss of opportunity, exemplary or punitive damages). The event will be recorded and will be made available for public <a href="http://viewing.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="viewing.Speaker(s):">viewing.Speaker(s): Yubin Kim, Gautam Solaimalai, Shaleen Kumar Gupta, Vishal Jain, Abhay Khosla, Rahul Raja, Harsh VarshneyVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494702 |
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We are pleased to announce a special presentation introducing QV Studio, a quantum startup builder funded by the Québec Government. The presentation will be given by Bouraoui Ilahi, Scientist-in-Residence, and will be followed by an open <a href="http://discussion.Whether" target="_blank" title="discussion.Whether">discussion.Whether you are a quantum scientist, an expert in a quantum enabling technology, or a specialist in another field who may benefit from a collaboration with quantum specialists, this talk is for <a href="http://you.Your" target="_blank" title="you.Your">you.Your Expertise + Quantum + QV Studio = the path to build a Quantum unicornQV Studio’s mission is to build and launch the next generation of startups by applying quantum and enabling technologies to solve real-world <a href="http://challenges.Why" target="_blank" title="challenges.Why">challenges.Why QV Studio?QV Studio bridges the gap between research and real-world applications. It offers innovators over 1,000 hours of coaching, training, and consulting from an experienced business and technology team, millions of dollars in funding, and strategic support to help transform breakthrough technologies into thriving <a href="http://companies.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="companies.Co-sponsored">companies.Co-sponsored by: OPTICA-SPIE Student Chapter at INRSRoom: 214, 1650 Boulevard Lionel-Boulet, Varennes, Quebec, Canada, J3X 1P7
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CubeSat VIOLET was approximately 10 cm by 10 cm by 20 cm or roughly the size of a two-litre milk carton. It was designed, built, and tested, by the students in our research group called CubeSat NB, a first-of-its-kind partnership among the New Brunswick Community College, the Université de Moncton and the University of New Brunswick. The purpose of the project was student education and 274 students were part of this project. CubeSat NB was one the 15 teams in the Canadian CubeSat Project, inspired by the Canadian Space Agency. VIOLET's mission was to study space weather. It was deployed in a low earth orbit from the International Space Station in 2024 and, as planned, burned up on entry to the atmosphere. Despite over a million radio messages being sent to VIOLET, it did not answer. As they say, space is hard. Some lessons learned will be presented for groups who are considering building a nanosatellite in a university <a href="http://environment.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="environment.Speaker(s):">environment.Speaker(s): Brent, Room: SS1071, Bldg: Sidney Smith Hall, 100 St. George Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 3G3
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Abstract: In this talk, we will discuss two recent observations from our group that have challenged widespread assumptions held (by us included!) about the optical response of commonly used optical materials: that material polarization can safely be considered to respond locally to the electric field and that the second-order nonlinear response of amorphous films should vanish due to centrosymmetry. In the first part of the talk, we will describe our proposal for a new type of optical antenna dubbed a “photonic gap antenna”, and our realization of its extreme version using an epsilon-near-zero (ENZ) material. Such antennas can provide electric field enhancements of >100 and large Purcell factors without requiring stringent nanofabrication. To our surprise, when measuring third harmonic generation as a proxy for field enhancement, sharp peaks emerge in the response that are completely absent in our full wave electromagnetic calculations. We find that the appearance of these peaks can only be explained when including nonlocality in the dielectric response of the ENZ material. Nonlocal simulations show that the volume averaged field enhancement can be 4–6 greater than that predicted by the local model, which becomes an important consideration when designing optical devices. In the second part of the talk, we will describe our recent discovery that amorphous thermally evaporated organic thin films of small molecules can have second-order optical nonlinearities on par with those of state-of-the-art nonlinear materials (c(2)31, c(2)33 >50 pm/V), with the important advantage that they can be deposited on arbitrary photonic platforms. We will show that by harnessing the interplay between dipole-dipole interactions and surface energy minimization, it is possible to spontaneously break centrosymmetry during thermal evaporation, without the need for special alignment procedures. In addition to its applications in photonics, this observation has allowed us to better understand molecular alignment beyond the mean molecular orientation <a href="http://angle..Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="angle..Co-sponsored">angle..Co-sponsored by: Prof. Nicolas QuesadaSpeaker(s): Stéphane Kéna-CohenJ. Armand Bombardier J-1035, Polytechnique Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3T 1J4 |
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Title of Talk: Towards a Sustainable Future: Energy-Efficient Design for 6GAbstract:This talk will present a compelling vision for 6G networks that prioritize energy efficiency alongside performance, addressing the critical need to balance escalating traffic demands with sustainability goals. We will delve into the design philosophy required for 6G, emphasizing the integration of energy-saving features within the device and radio access network (RAN). The importance of standardized methodologies for evaluating energy-saving potential will be highlighted, paving the way for a future where 6G networks are both powerful and environmentally <a href="http://responsible.Agenda:" target="_blank" title="responsible.Agenda:">responsible.Agenda: 1. Title of Talk: Towards a Sustainable Future: Energy-Efficient Design for 6G2. Abstract: This talk will present a compelling vision for 6G networks that prioritize energy efficiency alongside performance, addressing the critical need to balance escalating traffic demands with sustainability goals. We will delve into the design philosophy required for 6G, emphasizing the integration of energy-saving features within the device and radio access network (RAN). The importance of standardized methodologies for evaluating energy-saving potential will be highlighted, paving the way for a future where 6G networks are both powerful and environmentally <a href="http://responsible.3" target="_blank" title="responsible.3">responsible.3. Biography of the Speaker: Muhammad Tayyab received the B.Sc. degree from the University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan, in 2012, the M.S. degree from the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM), Saudi Arabia, in 2017, and the Ph.D. degree from the Aalto University, Finland, in 2021, all in electrical engineering. Since 2022, he has been Senior Research Specialist at Nokia Standards, Finland. He has more than 10 years of experience with a telco operator (Wi-tribe Pakistan), and equipment vendors (Nokia and Huawei Helsinki Research Center, Finland). His research interests span a range of areas, including device and network energy saving in 5G, and 6G, mobility management for dense cellular networks, RF planning and optimization, flexible RF sensor development, and UAVs. He has strong track record of innovation, evidenced by several inventions (49 of which have been published and the remaining filed by Nokia) and 26 research articles. He received the Gold Medal Award for obtaining the first position in the B.Sc. <a href="http://degree.Virtual:" target="_blank" title="degree.Virtual:">degree.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/501406
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Hello IEEE PES Vancovuer Chapter and IEEE Vancouver Section Members,Join Professor Dragan Jovcic, FIEEE, for a thought-provoking seminar on the rapid advances in high-voltage DC transmission—especially the rise of VSC and MMC technologies enabling multi-terminal DC grids akin to complex AC systems. Explore real-world motivations such as the proposed 350 GW North Sea DC grid, limitations of AC over long subsea links, and technical challenges in protection, such as ultra-fast relay selectivity in under 0.5 ms, interoperability, self-protection, and ensuring reliability comparable to AC <a href="http://grids.-Date:" target="_blank" title="grids.-Date:">grids.-Date: Friday, 19 September 2025-Time: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM (PST)-Location: Building SW1 Room# 1021, 3700 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby, BC V5G 3H2-Cost: CAD $5 for IEEE Members and free of cost for IEEE Students-Seats are limited—registration is required. Please use the registration link in this notice and <a href="http://email.What" target="_blank" title="email.What">email.What to Expect:-Insights on the state-of-the-art technologies and grid-scale DC transmission developments-A deep dive into protection schemes, component and control challenges, and their real-world implications-Opportunity to ask Professor Jovcic questions and network with peers---------------------------------------------------------------Parking Options inside BCIT CampusParking Lot#15 is recommended for visitors, and you can pay at the Kiosks or by Phone. The BCIT Wayfinding and BCIT Parking Map is attached to this e-mail <a href="http://notice.---------------------------------------------------------------Agenda:" target="_blank" title="notice.---------------------------------------------------------------Agenda:">notice.---------------------------------------------------------------Agenda: 5:30 PMDoors open---------------------------------------------------------------5:30 PM – 6:00 PMRegistration & Networking-Check in at the registration desk-Light refreshments and Pizza-Networking---------------------------------------------------------------6:00 PM – 6:05 PMOpening Remarks-Welcome by the IEEE PES Vancouver Chapter representative-Introduction of Professor Dragan Jovcic---------------------------------------------------------------6:05 PM – 6:50 PMSession 1---------------------------------------------------------------6:50 PM – 7:00 PMBreak---------------------------------------------------------------7:00 PM – 7:30 PMSession 2---------------------------------------------------------------7:30 PM – 8:00 PMQ&A & Networking- Closing remarks and Q&A-Final thanks and acknowledgements-Reminder for upcoming IEEE PES Vancouver eventsRoom: 1021, Bldg: SW01, 3700 Willingdon Avenue, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada, V5G 3H2 |
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Abstract: An update on all things hydrail – freight and passenger – from UBC Okanagan engineering Professor Gord Lovegrove, together with his German collaborator, Dr Holger Busche. Gord & Holger will update us on UBCO’s latest hydrail research, as well as on their research exploring technical and economic feasibility case studies of inter-city, hydrail light rail for Canadian travellers & <a href="http://investors.Speakers:-" target="_blank" title="investors.Speakers:-">investors.Speakers:- Professor Gord Lovegrove, UBC Okanagan Engineering- Dr. Holger Busche, former Science Advisor on Energy & Transport, GermanySpeaker(s): Professor Gord Lovegrove, Dr. Holger BusheAgenda: <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/490455
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[]We are pleased to announce this exciting workshop co-organized by Orivance & CNRS in collaboration with the IEEE Toronto <a href="http://Section.Orivance" target="_blank" title="Section.Orivance">Section.Orivance is a research-driven educational and consulting company focused on emerging technologies and innovation in intelligent systems. CNRS (Canadian National Robotic Society) is a non-profit organization committed to promoting robotics and AI education through workshops, competitions, and public <a href="http://engagement.The" target="_blank" title="engagement.The">engagement.The workshop, centered on autonomous driving and AI simulation, aims to introduce participants to the fundamentals of robotics and intelligent mobility using hands-on tools and platforms. It is designed to foster interdisciplinary learning and bridge the gap between academia and <a href="http://industry.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="industry.Co-sponsored">industry.Co-sponsored by: Orivance and CNRSAgenda: We are currently finalizing the detailed agenda, but it will include:- Introduction to autonomous driving and simulation- Hands-on practice with AVis or similar simulation tools- Presentations by guest speakers from industry and academia- Q&A and networking sessionRoom: The Atrium, Bldg: George Vari Engineering, TMU, 245 Church St., 3rd Floor, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B2R2
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[]We are pleased to announce this exciting workshop co-organized by Orivance & CNRS in collaboration with the IEEE Toronto <a href="http://Section.Orivance" target="_blank" title="Section.Orivance">Section.Orivance is a research-driven educational and consulting company focused on emerging technologies and innovation in intelligent systems. CNRS (Canadian National Robotic Society) is a non-profit organization committed to promoting robotics and AI education through workshops, competitions, and public <a href="http://engagement.The" target="_blank" title="engagement.The">engagement.The workshop, centered on autonomous driving and AI simulation, aims to introduce participants to the fundamentals of robotics and intelligent mobility using hands-on tools and platforms. It is designed to foster interdisciplinary learning and bridge the gap between academia and <a href="http://industry.Agenda:" target="_blank" title="industry.Agenda:">industry.Agenda: We are currently finalizing the detailed agenda, but it will include:- Introduction to autonomous driving and simulation- Hands-on practice with AVis or similar simulation tools- Presentations by guest speakers from industry and academia- Q&A and networking sessionRoom:TMU Room Number: The Atrium, Bldg: George Vari Engineering, 245 Church St. 3rd Floor Toronto, Ontario Canada , Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 2R2 |
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Thinking about doing grad school? Hear from a panel of graduate school students in M.Sc., M.Eng., and PhD programs who will tell you all about their experiences and answer all of your burning questions!Room: FDA 3 (Engine), Bldg: Frank Dawson Adams Building, 3450 Rue University, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3A 2A7 |
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The Dedication Ceremony will establish an "IEEE Milestone in Electrical Engineering and Computing" by the installation of plaques commemorating the development and first uses of Cobalt-60 cancer treatment machines in Saskatoon, SK, and London, ON, in 1951. The Saskatoon host location will be the Saskatchewan Cyclotron Facility, managed by the Sylvia Fedoruk Canadian Centre for Nuclear Innovation, who continue to "...apply nuclear science in order to advance medical health and environmental sustainability for the benefit of society...", and to recognize Dr. Sylvia Fedoruk and other members of the scientific team in <a href="http://Saskatchewan.Co-sponsored" target="_blank" title="Saskatchewan.Co-sponsored">Saskatchewan.Co-sponsored by: Sylvia Fedoruk Canadian Centre for Nuclear Innovation, <a href="http://Inc.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="Inc.Speaker(s):">Inc.Speaker(s): Denard, Agenda: 10:00 AM: Welcome - Representative on behalf of the IEEE History Committee10:05 AM: Introduction - Milestone Committee representative from IEEE North Saskatchewan Section (Denard Lynch)10:15 AM: Remarks - Representative from host organization from Sylvia Fedoruk Centre (TBD))10:25 AM: Closing Remark - :10:30 AM: RefreshmentsRoom: N/A, Bldg: Saskatchewan Cyclotron Facility, 120 Maintenance Road, University of Saskatchewan Campus, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7N 5C4
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Abstract: Memory and cognitive declines are associated with normal brain aging but are also precursors to dementia, in particular Alzheimer’s disease. While currently there is no cure or "vaccine" against dementia, based on brain’s plasticity, there are hopes to delay the onset or to slow the progression of <a href="http://disease.Alzheimer’s" target="_blank" title="disease.Alzheimer’s">disease.Alzheimer’s disease is multi-facet condition; thus, the key to its management is in multi-disciplinary approaches. The clinical treatment of Alzheimer’s is basically a family of cholinesterase inhibitors like Aricept that the majority have a very low response rate. In this talk, I will review and discuss engineering-driven solutions as non-pharmaceutical treatments such as repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and transcranial alternative/direct current stimulation (tACS/tDCS) with Cognitive Exercises. The results of our recent longitudinal clinical trials will be <a href="http://presented.Speaker" target="_blank" title="presented.Speaker">presented.Speaker Bio: Zahra Moussavi is a professor, a Canada Research Chair Tier I, and the founder and former director of Biomedical Engineering Graduate Program at the University of Manitoba. Her current research focuses on a few major areas: 1) respiratory acoustics signal processing and its application on Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) detection as well as application on swallowing silent aspiration detection and predicting swallowing disorders’ severity; the series of publications and patents in that area has resulted in several national and international research collaborations; 2) the design of innovative immersive virtual reality navigational environments for Alzheimer’s diagnosis as well as neuro-rehabilitation, and 3) Alzheimer’s and dementia treatment by non-pharmaceutical means; this line of research has resulted in two international collaborations and funding. She is the recipient of several awards including the “2018 Technical Excellence Award,” Engineers Geoscientist Manitoba, “Canada’s Most Powerful Women (Top 100)”, “Manitoba Distinguished Women” and IEEE EMBS Distinguished Lecturer. She has published more than 350 peer-reviewed papers in journals and conferences and has given >137 invited talks/seminars including 2 TEDx Talks and 21 keynote speaker seminars at national and international conferences. Aside from academic work, on her spare time, she writes science articles for public. She has also developed and offered cognitive training programs for aging population along with a free app for memory exercises in dementia population, called Mind Triggers, which is available on any platform such as iPads, Tablets, iPhone, and <a href="http://others.Bldg:" target="_blank" title="others.Bldg:">others.Bldg: ICT 516, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2N 1N4
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This seminar features invited talks from three IEEE Distinguished Lecturers, who will discuss key challenges and techniques related to AI and Digital Twins in Next-Generation Wireless <a href="http://Networks.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="Networks.Speaker(s):">Networks.Speaker(s): Prof. Ping Wang, Prof. Lian Zhao, Prof. Dongmei ZhaoRoom: 3504, Bldg: Richards Building, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada, N1G 2W1 |
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Join us for the exciting webinar series on "New Frontiers in Signal Processing in 6G Wireless Networks", a collaboration between IEEE Signal Processing, IEEE Communications Society chapters in Ottawa, and IEEE ComSoC Young Professionals. Kicking off on September 26th, this series features leading professors exploring the latest advancements in 6G technology. Don’t miss the first session!Register now and stay tuned for updates on upcoming speakers and topics!Speaker(s): Prof. Walid SaadAgenda: Quantum technologies are poised to transform next-generation communication and artificial intelligence (AI) systems. This talk explores two key directions: (a) scaling quantum communication networks (QCNs) and (b) designing quantum-native reinforcement learning algorithms. Scaling QCNs across nodes and geographies remains a critical challenge for realizing a quantum Internet (QI) that integrates quantum security, computing, and machine learning. We examine quantum repeater networks (QRNs), that form the backbone for large-scale QCNs, with a focus on how to scale repeater counts and spacing to manage probabilistic entanglement operations while maintaining quality-of-service. We then investigate free-space optical (FSO) quantum channels, where reflective intelligent surfaces (RISs) can mitigate environmental obstacles in settings lacking conventional infrastructure. Beyond connectivity, enabling effective collaboration among distributed artificial intelligence (AI) agents emerges as a second major challenge—one where quantum technologies can offer transformative advantages. Existing multi-agent reinforcement learning (MARL) methods, including recent quantum MARL frameworks, typically rely on classical information exchange, limiting scalability and efficiency. To overcome this, we introduce entangled quantum multi-agent reinforcement learning (eQMARL): a quantum-native AI framework where quantum entanglement forms the core mechanism for coordination. In eQMARL, a quantum-entangled split critic links local observation encoders via entangled qubits, removing the need for explicit data sharing and reducing classical communication overhead. Joint quantum measurements enable coordinated policy updates with far fewer centralized parameters. Experiments show that eQMARL improves convergence tiem and achieves higher scores than classical and quantum baselines, and reduces centralized parameters significantly compared to the split classical baseline. We conclude the talk with an overview on important open problems in these areas, as well as some of our ongoing research <a href="http://activities.Virtual:" target="_blank" title="activities.Virtual:">activities.Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/499855
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The AI revolution is here and it is necessary for everyone to understand AI technology, services, concepts, interaction with humans, impact on workforce and benefits to enterprises. The presentation discusses key AI technologies including AI hardware, LLMs, Agentic AI, RAG, impact of AI on energy consumption globally, introduction of AI in schools and related <a href="http://ideas.Speaker(s):" target="_blank" title="ideas.Speaker(s):">ideas.Speaker(s): Asaf, 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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[]The UBC Student Aerospace Workshop brings together industry and academic partners to share the latest developments in aerospace technology with UBC's student aerospace design teams: Orbit, Rocket, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems, Mars Colony, Mars Rover, Aerodesign, and Thunderbird <a href="http://Aerospace.The" target="_blank" title="Aerospace.The">Aerospace.The workshop will include industry presentations, tabletop displays, and networking <a href="http://opportunities.Agenda:" target="_blank" title="opportunities.Agenda:">opportunities.Agenda: UBC Student Aerospace WorkshopKaiser Building, Room 2020/203008:15 - Registration opens09:00 - Welcome and Introduction09:20 - Keynote Presentation – UBC Radio Science Lab & UBC Orbit10:00 - Industry Presentation AM1 - Orbital Research10:40 - Break11:10 - Industry Presentation AM2 - SenseNet11:50 - Industry Presentation AM3 - MDA Space12:30 - Lunch13:30 - Industry Presentation PM1 - Magellan Aerospace14:10 - Industry Presentation PM2 - Rohde & Schwarz14:50 - Break15:20 - Industry Presentation PM3 - North American Space Institute16:00 - Industry Presentation PM4 - Spirent16:40 - Concluding Remarks16:45 - EndRoom: 2020/2030, Bldg: Kaiser, UBC Electrical & Computer Engineering, 2332 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC, British Columbia, Canada, V6T 1Z4 |
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Join us for a free BBQ near University of Manitoba! Network with other students and IEEE members. This event is hosted by Winnipeg YP in Kings Park, (picnic site #1 - see red circle in image below). Registration is <a href="http://required.Kings">required.[]Kings Park Picnic Site #1, 198 Kings Dr, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3T 3G1 |
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Learn to Build with Arduino!Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll learn the basics of building with Arduino. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced maker, this workshop is perfect for anyone interested in learning how to create interactive <a href="http://projects.What" target="_blank" title="projects.What">projects.What You Will Learn- Introduction to Arduino: the UNO board, IDE, and programming <a href="http://language.-" target="_blank" title="language.-">language.- How to program an Arduino board: write and upload <a href="http://code.-" target="_blank" title="code.-">code.- Basics of analog/digital signal <a href="http://processing.-" target="_blank" title="processing.-">processing.- Basic electronics concepts such as breadboard circuit, resistor, LED, and more!This workshop is open to anyone interested in learning about Arduino and building interactive projects. No prior experience is necessary, but basic programming and electronics knowledge is <a href="http://helpful.We" target="_blank" title="helpful.We">helpful.We look forward to seeing you at the workshop!Room: ENGTR 1080, Bldg: Trottier Building, 3630 University Street, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3A 2B3 |
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Talk TitleThe Transformative Impact of Machine Learning Enabled Computational Electromagnetics on the Future of WirelessAbstractThe continuous proliferation of wireless technologies, from 5G communications to the Internet of Things, creates a compelling need to intelligently plan the deployment of such systems in indoor and outdoor environments. This planning is required to meet the desired Quality of Service objectives (e.g. high bit-rates for Wi-Fi networks) along with safety standards for exposure of users to radiated emissions, and to ensure compatibility with existing systems. Wireless propagation modeling, which is the prediction of the electromagnetic field levels generated by a wireless communication system, is an essential element of such an intelligent planning process. These models can be deduced by numerical algorithms based on the physics of electromagnetic wave propagation, or by <a href="http://measurements.Software-based" target="_blank" title="measurements.Software-based">measurements.Software-based planning is a reality in several areas, including the design of environmentally friendly buildings, where simulation tools are used to optimize heat and air flow. The question is how to enable a similar approach for wireless infrastructure that is becoming as indispensable as any other infrastructure <a href="http://element.This" target="_blank" title="element.This">element.This presentation is aimed at demonstrating that machine learning enabled propagation models can address this question, overcoming the dichotomy between accuracy and efficiency that has dominated this area for decades. We give an overview of the most recent advances in the field, including neural networks that can accurately predict, in real-time, signal strength levels of indoor and outdoor wireless networks by processing the geometry and the position of one or more transmitters. We discuss the use of such models for the rapid placement of massive numbers of access points of wireless networks, such as those providing wireless connectivity to spectators in large sports venues. Finally, we show that this research leads to reliable “digital twins” of wireless communication systems. These are robust computational models that allow for the full evaluation of the performance of wireless networks, under changes in the environment and the conditions of operation over <a href="http://time.Speaker" target="_blank" title="time.Speaker">time.Speaker BioProf. Costas Sarris is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Toronto. His research spans computational electromagnetics, time-domain modeling, wireless propagation models, uncertainty quantification, and scientific machine <a href="http://learning.He" target="_blank" title="learning.He">learning.He is an IEEE Fellow and a Distinguished Lecturer of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (2024–2026). His many honors include the 2021 IET Premium Award for Best Paper in Microwaves, Antennas & Propagation and the 2013 IEEE MTT-S Outstanding Young Engineer Award. He has served in numerous leadership roles, including Editor-in-Chief of the IEEE Journal on Multiscale and Multiphysics Computational Techniques (2019–2024).Date & Time: Monday, September 30, 2025, at 11:00 AMLocation: University of Waterloo, EIT 3142Speaker: Prof. Costas Sarris, IEEE Fellow, University of TorontoCo-Organizers-IEEE KW AP-S Student Chapter-IEEE KW MTT-S Student Chapter-IEEE KW Joint AP-S and MTT-S Chapter-IEEE KW Sensors Council Chapter-IEEE KW Young ProfessionalsEIT 3142, 200 University Ave W, ON, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, N2L 3G1, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/501586 |
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The IEEE NL Section Women in Engineering (WIE) is pleased to host a special talk titled “Engineering with Purpose: Tech Stewardship in Turbulent Times” by Dr. Janna <a href="http://Rosales.What" target="_blank" title="Rosales.What">Rosales.What does it mean to be a responsible engineer in a world that feels increasingly volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous? In this interactive talk, Dr. Janna Rosales invites students, faculty, and professionals in STEM to explore the concept of tech stewardship—a mindset that goes beyond innovation to consider the broader impacts of our <a href="http://work.We’ll" target="_blank" title="work.We’ll">work.We’ll dive into real-world “wicked problems”—those messy, interconnected challenges with no easy solutions. Think climate change, AI ethics, clean water access, misinformation, and the future of work in an automated world. These are the kinds of issues where engineering meets ethics, and where your choices can shape the future. Using the lens of tech stewardship, we’ll unpack how engineers can help shape a more just, sustainable, and humane <a href="http://future.Whether" target="_blank" title="future.Whether">future.Whether you're just starting out or deep into your career, this session will challenge you to think differently about your role in a rapidly changing <a href="http://world.Speaker(s):">world.[]Speaker(s): Dr. Janna Rosales, Room: Faculty Lounge (EN4000), Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Decision Making with Deep Reinforcement Learning (RL) for BeginnersAgenda:- Basics of RL- RL with Deep Learning- Implementation of a PickupRobot in Demo Grid <a href="http://World.-" target="_blank" title="World.-">World.- Q & AWho Should Attend:- Students and beginners curious about RL- Interested in decision-making and Optimization- Interested in working in Robotics , Game and other fieldsSpeaker(s): Ashab, Room: 1102, Bldg: CEI, University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, Canada
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Description - What you will learn- Arduino libraries and how to use <a href="http://them.-" target="_blank" title="them.-">them.- How to use sensors and motors with Arduino to build an interactive circuit. You will learn how to use the following components:- Infrared Reflective (IR)- Ultrasonic- Servo motors- Tips for troubleshooting and debuggingNotesAlthough this workshop is a continuation of Part I, you do not need to have attended Part I to attend Part II. We will be reviewing the basics of Arduino and programming in the beginning of the <a href="http://workshop.We" target="_blank" title="workshop.We">workshop.We look forward to seeing you at the workshop!Room: ENGTR 0100, Bldg: Trottier Building, 3630 University Street, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3A 2B3 |
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