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This presentation explores the critical decision students face after completing their undergraduate degrees: pursuing a career in industry or continuing with academic research. Featuring Owen Stenstadvolden, a master's student working at the Smart Grid and Energy Research Lab at South Dakota Mines, the session provides insights into both career paths. In this presentation, Owen will share his experiences navigating both academia and industry, offering valuable insights to help undergraduate students make informed career decisions, particularly in the power industry. Speaker(s): Owen Stenstadvolden Room: 254, Bldg: EEP, South Dakota Mines, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, 57701

Meeting for general administration and operation of the Black Hills Subsection. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/434618

Executive Panel: The Future of Colorado Energy and Markets The IEEE Denver PES/IAS Chapter is pleased to sponsor an exciting and exclusive panel session! This executive panel consists of people who are shaping the future of energy and markets in Colorado, including industry executives, experts, and a Colorado State Senator. This panel will discuss key transitions of the energy landscape, including Colorado utilities joining a Regional Transmission Operator (RTO) in the coming years and what wholesale markets may mean in the state. A networking reception sponsored by NEI Engineering will follow the panel session. The cost to attend this event will be $15 for IEEE members and $30 for non-members. This is an exclusive event, and space will be strictly limited. --------------------------------------------------------------- This event is brought to you by the IEEE Denver PES/IAS Chapter with IEEE PES High Plains as a co-sponsor, and with financial support from (https://ieee-pes.org/membership-chapters/member-driven-initiatives/). ***** Please contact [email protected] for more information. ***** Speaker(s): Chris Hansen, Colorado State Senator, Mark Gabriel, President & CEO of United Power, Robin Lunt, Chief Commercial Officer of Guzman Energy, Zach Pollock, Director of Grid Strategy & Emerging Technologies Bldg: Marriott Park Meadows, 10345 Park Meadows Dr, Lone Tree, Colorado, United States, 80124

Life Cycle of a Solar Project Speaker: James Charboneau Description: James will discuss the full life cycle of bringing a solar project from a concept to commercial operation. Topics to be discuss include site selection, land control, interconnect, contract negation, design, equipment selection, construction, commissioning and testing, and commercial operations. Speaker Bio: James Charboneau is seasoned professional engineer with over 28 years of experience in numerous roles including pulp paper, nuclear, new nuclear, carbon capture, and renewables and storage for the last 10 years. James served as both Project Manager and Project Engineer for Entergy’s first distribution connected solar plus storage project (1 MW solar plus 0.5 MWH battery) in 2016 and also Entergy’s first transmission connected solar plus storage project (100 MW solar plus 30 MWH battery) in 2021. James has a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Auburn University, a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of South Carolina, and a Master of Business Administration from Mississippi State University. Room: 2302, 639 Loyola Ave., New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/438443

IEEE unt executives with the HKN Lamba Zeta executives weekly planning meeting. Discovery park, denton, Texas, United States

IEEE PI2 Austin, October 22, 2024, Tech Meeting In-Person 6 PM Central / 7 PM Eastern at Balcones Country Club Balcones Country Club: 8600 Balcones Dr. Austin, TX 78750 **NEW LOCATION** Dinner and soft beverages will be provided for those with reservations. If you do not have a reservation you will not be able to eat. Cost, to defray the room, dinner and refreshments cost: Thank you in advance: IF REGISTERED IN ADVANCE (Before October 15, 2024) Members and Non-Members: Select Register & Pay now, $25.00 Paypal from your credit card when registering - you do not need a Paypal account to use it. Click through to the credit card/debit page. OR Select Register Now and Pay Later and pay $25.00 cash or credit/debit with Square at the meeting. Please register in advance (skip the payment) IEEE Student Members: Free (must register in advance before October 15 with your IEEE member number) Skip the payment All registrants After October 15, 2024: Pay $30.00 at the the meeting in cash Attendees must be registered before the event for food accommodations. Unfortunately, we are charged more for the meals after the advance registration date For PDH hours, please email the PI2 Secretary, Haley Hirschfield at HaleyHirschfeld.org or [email protected]. Abstract: The beauty is in the details, especially in relay and control design, where even the smallest mistake can lead to disastrous results. In this discussion, we’ll look at some real-world incidents that could have been averted through a better-quality control process, underscoring the importance of self-checks, following procedures, and cultivating a strong thought process to achieve high-quality designs and implementations. As advancements in technology and process automation diminish the hands-on involvement of engineers, we’ll also confront the unique challenges awaiting the next generation—challenges of design and the seamless transfer of knowledge. Speaker(s): Feisal Buitrago Sandoval, Bldg: Balcones Country Club, 8600 Balcones Club Dr., Austin, Texas, United States, 78750

Tim Troske will be our presenter. MOVE networks provide critical internet access to the Red Cross during disasters when all communications are inoperable. This tech talk will explore the operations, architecture, technical implementation, and recent improvements to MOVE data and voice networks. Tim Troske will provide an overview of the MOVE Truck networking equipment and configuration. This will include how LTE 5G and Starlink is used to provide internet access to the Red Cross, first responders and the public. It will also provide a high-level view of the logical VLAN configuration and how dedicated secure networks are provided to the Red Cross, first responders and MOVE. Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE Program Speaker(s): Tim Troske Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/440370

Mr Al Shpuntoff will do a deep dive into his career as a consultant in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, High Performance Computing (HPC), Sequencing informatics, including Coding and Design. He will cover his work as a consultant, contracts with various government organizations, and government projects of special interest including but not limited to projects to identify remains. For example, he will cover his work with The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, where he worked with the DPAA project at Offutt, as data science and bioinformatics specialist, on a project identifying remains of casualties and MIAs from past combats. He will also incorporate his background, how he prepared for this career, and a discussion about Technical Marketing, Exceptional Customer Support, and first-class technical training and education. Speaker(s): Albert Shpuntoff Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/434309

Oil & Gas UPS Application “Lithium or Sodium? – Which One Do I Use?” This presentation will dive into the comparisons between Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) vs Sodium Metal Chloride (SMC) batteries for Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems in the Oil & Gas industry. Agenda Presentation to be hosted Virtually. Speaker(s): Roy Cosse, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/440508

This webinar is a collaboration between IEEE-USA Career & Member Services and IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE). Trying to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence presents challenges, and can be a daunting task. Changes have happened in the workplace and in technologies used. The atmosphere and expectations may have changed (for example, the impacts COVID had on remote work for many jobs!) You have changed… and self-doubt may have crept in after being away! However, preparing in advance is the key to easing the challenges. In this talk, you will hear about my own return to work after 12 years of minimal part-time employment in my field, and also information from my own research into what experts recommend. You will learn: - What is an extended absence (and the impact of how long “extended” is!) - Why it is important to prepare for returning - When to start preparing - How to prepare - Who to seek out for support / assistance - Where to look for opportunities Speaker(s): Jill Gostin Agenda: IEEE-USA's free webinars/events are designed to help you find your next job, maintain your career, negotiate an appropriate salary, understand ethical considerations in the workplace and learn about other career-building strategies and public policy developments that affect your profession. Learn about our sponsor: the IEEE Member Group Insurance Program - Powered by AMBA. AMBAspecializes in providing tailored insurance solutions for IEEE members. Whether you’re seeking health, life, or disability coverage, AMBA has you covered. Visit the IEEE Member Group Insurance Program website to explore the benefits and options available to you: (https://www.ieeeinsurance.com/) For information regarding upcoming webinars or to visit our vast webinar archive, please visit: (https://ieeeusa.org/careers/webinars/) (https://newsletter.smartbrief.com/rest/sign-up/2479DAB0-4089-43E7-925D-86AE0C1E6244?campaign=e0d52cef) Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/427453

RS&H engineering discussion and job information. One University Way, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78224

This presentation will focus on the evolution of AI over the last few decades from rule-based AI to machine learning to deep neural networks to the various flavors of deep natural networks: including convolutional neural networks, recurrent neural networks leading to transformers, and the large language models (LLMs). The latest advances, such as multimodal transformers, agentic framework, and the extension to robotics will also be discussed. Most importantly, the presentation will be driven by use cases that we all can relate to and appreciate the impacts of. This will be an interactive session and not a one-way presentation to make the session relevant and impactful. Co-sponsored by: Ernest Njouondo Speaker(s): Dr. Sanjoy Paul Agenda: Hilton Houston North, 12400 Greenspoint Dr, Houston, Texas, United States, 77060

Abstract: As engineering systems become increasingly interconnected and reliant on digital technologies, cybersecurity is emerging as a critical concern across various fields. This presentation explores the role of cybersecurity in safeguarding innovations in industrial control systems, IoT devices, biomedical systems, and critical infrastructure. Key topics include the vulnerabilities associated with SCADA systems, the risks posed by poorly secured IoT networks, and the challenges of protecting connected medical devices. Real-world case studies, such as the Stuxnet worm, Mirai botnet, and WannaCry ransomware attacks, illustrate the devastating consequences of cyberattacks on essential systems. The presentation also covers best practices for engineers, such as secure coding and security-by-design principles, and highlights emerging trends like AI-driven cybersecurity and quantum encryption. Emphasizing the engineer’s responsibility in integrating security at every stage of development, this talk provides actionable insights for building resilient, future-proof systems. Speaker(s): Claudio Gallo Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/436144

8:30am to 4:30pm, Thursday, October 24, 2024 Online and In-Person Attendance Available Amarillo College West Campus Lecture Hall 6222 SW 9th Ave., Amarillo, Texas 79106 Join us for this valuable Continuing Education Seminar! For More Information: https://site.ieee.org/panhandle/seminar/ Bldg: Amarillo College West Campus Lecture Hall, 6222 SW 9th Ave., Amarillo, Texas, United States, 79106, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/431655

8:30am to 4:30pm, Thursday, October 24, 2024 Fall 2024 Professional Development Seminar Join us for this valuable Continuing Education Seminar! For More Information: https://site.ieee.org/panhandle/seminars/ Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/431657

Beyond Moore: 3D Memory, 3D Packaging David Bondurant, Retired PE, President of Vertical Memory “If we make them smaller, we can make them faster” has been the approach to building faster computers over the last 70-years starting with the first transistors and continuing as we built increasingly more complex integrated circuits. This was known as “Moore’s Law”. Recently, our technology is no longer achieving higher densities as we scale to smaller features sizes first with NAND Flash and now with SRAM and DRAM. New techniques known as Beyond Moore are require to continue to build faster and more complex computers. I review the emergence of 3D memory and 3D packaging as today’s approach to building the fastest Supercomputers and AI Processors. Lunch will be provided by the Pikes Peak LMAG Speaker(s): David Bondurant, Agenda: Lunch Presentation Room: Tom Saponas Lounge (2nd Floor), Bldg: Engineering Building, 1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy, Co, Colorado, United States, 80918

Join us for an evening of networking and an opportunity to get a professional development hour towards your engineering license renewal. The Shreveport Section is working to grow membership by offering life long learning opportunities. Speaker(s): Steve Lindsey, P.E. Agenda: 5:30PM - 6:00PM Social Time, Meet and Greet 6:00PM - 6:30 PM Dinner 6:30PM - 7:30PM Speaker Presentation 7:30PM - Adjourn Room: Pelican Room, Bldg: Ralph & Kacoo's, 1700 Old Minden Rd, Unit 141, Bossier, Louisiana, United States, 71111

Calling all makers, hobbyists, etc.! The Lone Star Chapter of the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society is holding a “maker fest,” and we’re looking for people to show off their home and hobby projects. This meeting will be a good chance to show off the project you’ve been working on for your house, back yard, etc. The project does not need to be complete – in fact, this can be a good opportunity to get advice on how to get it finished! If you have a project that is too big to bring in, we can provide screens to show off images and videos of your work. The meeting will be at Trinity University, in CSI-282 (Center for Sciences and Innovation, ground floor) and students are especially invited to attend. If you’re interested in bringing a project to share, please contact [email protected] so we can make sure we have a space for you! Free parking is available – we recommend you park in Lot C or Lot B. Campus map showing parking and CSI is (https://www.trinity.edu/directory/campus-map) Agenda: 5:00-5:30 Setup 5:30 Presenters Begin 6:00 Pizza & Drinks Available 7:30 Cleanup 8:00 Event Ends Room: CSI-282 (The Cube), Bldg: CSI- Center for Science and Innovation, 1 Trinity Place, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78212

Side-channels pose a significant threat to cybersecurity, as hardware can inadvertently leak sensitive information, such as cryptographic keys, through side-channel attacks, enabling adversaries to compromise mathematically-secure encryption systems. Homomorphic encryption, in particular, has emerged as a critical tool for securing sensitive data in modern computing environments. As the demand for secure and privacy-preserving computation grows, understanding and mitigating vulnerabilities within these systems becomes paramount. In this talk, Dr. Aydin will present our research on single-trace side-channel analysis of homomorphic encryption, including the first power-based side-channel attack on homomorphic encryption. Dr. Aydin will also discuss additional single-trace vulnerabilities and explore proactive measures to strengthen homomorphic encryption against these attacks. Finally, Dr. Aydin will touch on the impact of optimization in software implementations, providing insights into potential vulnerabilities introduced by compiler optimization. Speaker(s): Dr. Aydin, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/439353

The WSU IEEE student branch is bringing the ultimate challenge in the ECE department to the students. Team up with your friends to take on the Circuit Design competition and win prizes. Students must participate in teams of two, and can register their teams (https://wichitastate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9MRykQ3OXDogjxY). Registration closes on October 16th and spaces are limited. Winning teams will qualify to participate in the (https://r5conferences.org/student-activities/circuit-design/) and compete against teams from other universities in the region. Co-sponsored by: Wichita State University Electrical and Computer Engineering Department Room: 323, Bldg: Wallace Hall, Wichita, Kansas, United States

[] Speaker: Dr. Timothy O. Dickson, Principal Research Scientist, IBM T.J. Watson Research Center Topic: High-Speed DACs for 100+ Gb/s Wireline Links Abstract: Digital-to-analog converters (DACs) operating above 50GS/s are critical components of modern transmitters for wireline applications. These circuits permit data modulation and equalization to be moved from the analog domain (as was common in links operating below 50Gb/s) to the digital domain, thereby enabling today’s serial links operating at 100-200Gb/s. This lecture explores DAC design for wireline applications. Driver and multiplexer design techniques will be introduced, including those used for current- mode (CML) and voltage-mode (SST) drivers found in state-of-the-art serial links. As systems explore the use of more sophisticated modulation formats such as higher-order time domain pulse amplitude modulation (e.g., PAM6 or PAM8) or frequency domain modulation (e.g., OFDM), higher linearity DACs will be required than those employed in existing PAM4 systems. Techniques for adaptive calibration of DAC static linearity will be discussed. Designs of two different 8b DACs operating at 56 and 72GS/s in 7nm and 4nm FinFET technologies will be described as case studies. Bio: Timothy O. (Tod) Dickson (Senior Member, IEEE) received dual B.Sc. degrees in electrical and computer engineering with highest honors from the University of Florida in 1999. He completed the M. Eng degree at the University of Florida in 2002 and the Ph.D. degree at the University of Toronto in 2006, both in electrical engineering. His Ph.D. work was in the area of serial transceivers operating up to 80 Gb/s in SiGe BiCMOS technologies, focusing on the development of low-noise and low-power design methodologies. In 2006, he joined the IBM T.J. Watson Research Center in Yorktown Heights, N.Y where he is currently a Principal Research Scientist. His research focuses on the design of high-speed, low-power serial transceivers for electrical and optical links. Since 2014, he has served on the Technical Advisory Board of the Semiconductor Research Corporation Analog-Mixed Signal Circuits, Systems, and Devices (AMS-CSD) thrust. He is also an Adjunct Professor at Columbia University, where he has taught graduate level courses in analog and mixed- signal integrated circuit design since 2007. Dr. Dickson has been a recipient or co- recipient of several best paper awards, including the Best Paper Award for the 2009 IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits, the Beatrice Winner Award for Editorial Excellence at the 2009 ISSCC, the Best Paper Award at the 2015 IEEE Custom Integrated Circuits Conference (CICC), and the Best Student Paper Award at the 2004 Symposium on VLSI Circuits He was a member of the Technical Program Committee (TPC) of the IEEE Compound Semiconductor Integrated Circuit Symposium from 2007-2009, and of the IEEE CICC from 2017-2023 where he chaired the wireline subcommittee. He was a guest editor of the October 2010 issue of the IEEE Journal of Solid- State Circuits. From 2018-2023, he was an Associate Editor for the IEEE Solid-State Circuits Letters. Since 2024 he has been an Associate Editor for the IEEE Open Journal of the Solid-State Circuits Society. Date & Time: October 25, 2024, 1:00pm-2:00pm Cost: Free Seminar Info Location: (https://engineering.utdallas.edu/engineering/files/UTD-Campus-and-Parking-Map.pdf), (https://map.utdallas.edu/), (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Erik+Jonsson+School+of+Engineering+and+Computer+Science,+ECSS/@32.9853108,-96.751746,17z/data=!4m13!1m7!3m6!1s0x864c1c7277dd89ab:0x262b391b4b52ad15!2s800+W+Campbell+Rd,+Richardson,+TX+75080!3b1!8m2!3d32.9816479!4d-96.752658!3m4!1s0x864c21fff682dc29:0x5f0c06ff030083e1!8m2!3d32.9860626!4d-96.7507344) Event Co-Sponsored by IEEE Solid-State Circuits Society and MTT-S Dallas Room: ECSS 2.203, Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, 800 W Campbell Rd, Richardson, Texas, United States, 75080, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/440787

The Kansas City Section of IEEE will host a combined no-cost engineering ethics workshop and annual section meeting on October 25th from 4-6pm. In the first hour of this session, Dr. Kyle Payne, a talent development professional will facilitate a workshop on Ethical Leadership and Followership for Engineers. The Section will support the collection of PDH credits for this professional development opportunity. The second hour will be devoted to updating attendees on the priorities and activities of the Section and affiliated Chapters and Student Branches. Members of the Section Executive Committee will also share highlights from their engagement in IEEE conferences and events. This is a great opportunity to join the KC Section leadership team if you have been interested in learning more about how to engage in local or national-level IEEE activities, getting support hosting technical lectures, or how a portion of your IEEE dues is being reinvested in your community. Speaker(s): Dr. Kyle Payne Agenda: Ethical Leadership and Followership for Engineers (4-5pm) Facilitated by Dr. Kyle Payne Kansas City Section Annual Meeting (5-6pm) Led by Nick Mechler, KC Section Chair - Section Update: Priorities of the KC Section, 2025 Executive Committee Elections Update, Financial Update - Conference Highlights from ExComm members - Congressional Visit Day Highlights - Student Branch Updates - Power and Energy Society Chapter Update - Computer Society Chapter Update Room: Webb Family Meeting Room, Bldg: Merriam Plaza Library, 6120 Slater St, Merriam, Kansas, United States, 66202

This is the RazorHack opening banquet that is being combined to include the IEEE Ozark Section end-of-year event. This banquet will celebrate emerging technologies and the great year the section has had. There will be food, drinks and guest speakers. The event will take place in the One East Center (ECEN): https://directory.uark.edu/buildings/427/ecen/one-east-center 1 E Center St, Fayetteville, AR 72701 Below is a Google Link to this location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/h4AB5KeNAGu4M8mr6 RazorHack: https://razorhack.org/ Bldg: One East Center (ECEN), 1 E Center St, Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States, 72701