IEEE Region 5

Chapter Committee Meeting to discuss chapter events Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/432279

Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) implement Machine Learning (ML) algorithms that have the ability to address competitive resource allocation problems together with detection and mitigation of anomalous behavior. In this talk, we discuss their use in next-generation (NextG) communications within the context of cognitive networks to address i) spectrum sharing, ii) detecting anomalies, and iii) mitigating security attacks. GANs have the following advantages. First, they can learn and synthesize field data, which can be costly, time consuming, and non-repeatable. Second, they enable pre-training classifiers by using semi-supervised data. Third, they facilitate increased resolution. Fourth, they enable recovering corrupted bits in the spectrum. The talk will provide basics of GANs, a comparative discussion on different kinds of GANs, performance measures for GANs in computer vision and image processing as well as wireless applications, a number of datasets for wireless applications, performance measures for general classifiers, a survey of the literature on GANs for i)–iii) above, some simulation results, and future research directions. In the spectrum sharing problem, connections to cognitive wireless networks are established. Simulation results show that a particular GAN implementation is better than a convolutional auto encoder for an outlier detection problem in spectrum sensing. Speaker(s): Ender Ayanoglu Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/446267

Please Join us for an LMAG and Section Holiday Dinner being held Tuesday, December 17 at 6 pm at the Wheeler Room on the 3rd Floor of the Phantom Canyon Brewing over looking downtown Colorado Spring. Please bring a guest. The event will include reception at 6 pm with fruit & cheese appetizer and 1 wine/beer/soft drink provided by Phantom Canyon followed by Burger Buffet dinner with hamburger/chicken burger, salad, cole slaw, beans. A vegetarian option will be available. The LMAG and Section will cover a majority of costs but we request a $20 attendance fee for this event. The meal will be followed by a Presentation "Tesla's Magnifying Transmitter" by David BONDURANT, IEEE Pikes Peak Section Chair. This talk will describe Tesla's life story and specifically focus on 1899, the year that Tesla spent in Colorado Springs building and testing his experimental laboratory located in what is now Memorial Park. This Magnifying Transmitter became the first Full Scale Demonstration of a Very Low Frequency Continuous Wave transmitter for wireless telegraphy and power transmission. The Section is working to make this an IEEE Milestone to add to the existing monument to Tesla currently located at Pikes Peak and Foote Avenue in Memorial Park. Tesla's Magnifying Transmitter located near the Union Printer Home in today's Memorial Park Speaker(s): David Bondurant, Agenda: Reception Dinner Presentation - Tesla's Magnifying Transmitter Room: Wheeler Room (3rd Floor), Bldg: Phantom Canyon Brewing, 2 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80903

In the dynamic world of technology, cloud architecture has emerged as a pivotal field, driving innovation and digital transformation across industries. This presentation explores the roadmap for professional advancement in cloud architecture, focusing on the essential skills, strategies, and opportunities that aspiring professionals must harness to succeed. From mastering foundational concepts to embracing cutting-edge technologies like Kubernetes, AI-driven cloud solutions, and multi-cloud strategies, attendees will gain actionable insights into skill-building and career growth. Additionally, we will delve into industry certifications, the value of mentorship, and leveraging networking platforms to stay ahead in this competitive domain. Whether you are beginning your journey or looking to elevate your career, this session equips you with the tools and knowledge to achieve excellence in cloud architecture. Co-sponsored by: Media Partner: Open Research Institute (ORI) Speaker(s): Ayisha Tabbassum Agenda: - Invited talk from Ayisha Tabbassum, Cloud Architect. - Q/A Session Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/450439

What is IEEE-USA and am I a member? We'll provide an overview of the organization representing all US-based IEEE members. Not only that, there are many volunteer opportunities. Agenda: Lunch will be provided. Please register so that we may have the adequate number of meals. Non-SwRI attendees must register so we can provide names to the front gate. Room: 1.102, Bldg: 168, Southwest Research Institute, 6220 Culebra Road, San Antonio, Texas, United States, 78238

As more power systems are reaching very high shares of inverter-based resources (i.e., wind, solar, battery storage), new resources with advanced capabilities, termed grid forming (GFM), are becoming increasingly important. As a result, more system operators are defining performance and testing requirements for GFM IBRs and now projects are being built to these specifications. The webinar will provide some introduction to grid forming controls and introduce the latest developments with GFM specifications (including the most recent drafts from MISO, ERCOT, and ENTSO-E) and GFM projects. Co-sponsored by: University of California, Riverside Speaker(s): Dr. Julia Matevosyan, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/446735

From Arthur Depoian: I'm excited to share that I'll be defending my PhD dissertation tomorrow, Thursday, December 19th at 9:30 AM CST in DP B242. Please feel free to bring along anyone you think might be interested in: 3940 N Elm St, Denton, Texas, United States, 76207, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/454380

Monthly IEEE New Orleans Section South Lake Life Member Affinity Group Meeting Co-sponsored by: Richard Miller, Chair South Lake Life Member Affinity group Agenda: 12:00pm 1200hrs Start of meeting with social and order lunch 1:00pm 1300hrs Formal meeting with old business then New business follow up with proposed coming events and if Frances is available presentation on HQ activities, 2:00pm 1400hrs Adjourn. Bldg: New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood Restaurant, 4141 St. Charles Ave , 4141 Ct Charles Ave., New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70115

Please note date for December CVT Social: Thursday, 12/19/24 Please consider joining us for this time of socializing and networking. Dallas CVT December 2024 update Dallas IEEE Communication and or Vehicular Society member, Please join us for our December CVT Social. We will on the University of Texas at Dallas campus in the SPN.1 building lobby. Our social will begin at 4:00 PM and run through 6:15 PM. Light food and drinks will be provided for our attendees, no charge to attend. There will not be a formal talk, although our CVT Chair will lead some discussions on the chapter and other related topics. Plenty of time to socialize and share your thoughts with our board. Parking passes will be sent to those to register. December 19 Social, UT Dallas SPN.1 lobby beginning at 4:00 PM Title: "CVT December Social" Date: December 19, 2024 Location: UTD Synergy Park North Building Lobby; 3000 Waterview, Richardson, TX Directions: NE Corner Synergy Park Blvd and Steward Dr. Thanks in advance, and all the best. Larry Dallas IEEE CVT Board members emails: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Agenda: Room: 725, 2100 N Greenville Ave, Richardson, TX 75082, Richardson, Texas, United States, 75082

Join IEEE Young Professionals Central Texas Section to celebrate another year together! Any and all welcome! 1109 S Lamar, Austin, Texas, United States

Edmundo Casas from Kauel will be sharing his TEMSCON 24 (Panama) presentation: Design of a Computer Vision-based Third-party Risk Alert System for Oil & Gas Pipeline Corridors Plus, we will have a Q&A of the event and will share details about the upcoming 2025 edition for paper submission and participation. Speaker(s): Edmundo Casas, Italo Bett Agenda: 7:00 - 7:30: Design of a Computer Vision-based Third-party Risk Alert System for Oil & Gas Pipeline Corridors 7:30 - 8:00: TEMSCON 2024 Q&A and details about the upcoming 2025 edition for paper submission and participation Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/451746