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itemprop="articleBody"> <h1>MGA Scoop - September 2024</h1> <div class="nss-container"> <div class="nss-header-container"> <div class="nss-header"> <h1>MGA SCOOP</h1> <h2>September 2024</h2> </div> </div> </div> <div class="nss-content-container"> <div class="nss-content"> <div class="nss-block-purple"> <h3>Upcoming Events</h3> <ul> <li><b>IEEE WIE Reskill and UpSkill Workshop Series: Ins and Outs of Technical Paper Writing</b> <p> </p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Prachi%20IEEE%20WIE%20Upskill%20and%20Reskill%20-%20Ins%20and%20Outs%20of%20Technical%20Paper%20Writing.png?1724694628000" alt="reskill & upskill workshop series" style="max-height: 255px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p><i>5 September | 10am ET</i><br />The workshop is designed to explain the process of crafting clear, concise, and impactful technical papers. Whether you're a novice writer or an experienced professional seeking to sharpen your skills, this workshop offers valuable insights to enhance your writing and boost your publication success.<br /><a href="https://bit.ly/InsandOutsofTechnicalPaperWriting" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #00b5e2 !important;"><b>Register Today</b></a></p> </li> <li><b>EPICS in IEEE Panel - Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology in Service Learning</b> <p> </p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-AI%20panel.png?1724600694000" alt="image robot head" style="max-height: 280px; width: 280px; border: none;" /></div> <p><i>18 September | 9am ET</i><br />Join EPICS in IEEE for an exciting panel on how projects are leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence to implement service learning projects. This webinar will kick off the call for AI proposals and is intended to inspire students, faculty, and professionals to think creatively about how AI and technology can make the world a better place for your local community.<br /><a href="https://bit.ly/3yNCZe4" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #00b5e2 !important;"><b>Register Today</b></a></p> </li> <li><b>IEEE WIE Global Tech Marathon: A day dedicated to hands-on training using select labs from Google Cloud Hero.</b> <p> </p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Prachi%20Global%20Tech%20Marathon.png?1724694627000" alt="ieee global tech marathon" style="max-height: 255px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p><i>18 September | 11am and 2pm ET</i><br />IEEE WIE student members and graduate student members are eligible to participate. Three winners who complete the labs in the shortest time will receive a $50 Amazon gift certificate and a certificate from IEEE WIE. Time Commitment: 2 hours - Brief introduction to the lab and 4 labs to complete.<br /><a href="https://bit.ly/global-tech-marathon" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #00b5e2 !important;"><b>Register Today</b></a></p> </li> <li><b>From Artificial Light to Artificial Intelligence: Reflecting on 140 Years of IEEE History!</b> <p> </p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Jessica%20Arkel%20History%20Center%20Week%20Event.png?1724600694000" alt="From Artificial Light to Artificial Intelligence" style="max-height: 280px; width: 280px; border: none;" /></div> <p><i>30 September | 2pm ET</i><br />Join us on 30 September for a virtual historical lecture. Keynote speaker Michael Geselowitz, Ph.D., Sr. Director of the IEEE History Center, will guide us through the remarkable history from 1884 to the present day.<br /><a href="https://ieee.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4Hol0McCSwWzdy0SR_hE4w#/registration" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #00b5e2 !important;"><b>Register Here</b></a></p> </li> <li><b>Join IEEE-HKN in Celebrating 120 Years of Excellence</b> <p> </p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-HKN%20.png?1724600696000" alt="fireside chat w Vent Cerf and Bob Kahn" style="max-height: 255px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p><i>28 October | 12 & 2pm ET</i><br />IEEE-HKN turns 120 years old this year, and we want you to celebrate with us! Mark your calendar to sign up for this special day of HKN events on 28 October with the Hackathon taking place at 12pm ET and at 2pm ET, learn the inside story of how the internet was created from two of its earliest innovators, Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn, at the Fireside Chat.<br /><a href="https://tinyurl.com/HKN120Years" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color: #00b5e2 !important;"><b>Register Today</b></a></p> </li> </ul> </div> </div> <div id="nss-featured" class="nss-content"> <div class="nss-block-light-yellow"> <h3>Last Call for Nominations: 2024 MGA Individual Awards: Deadline 15 September</h3> <a target="_blank"> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/07-July/24-07%20MGA-AwardsAndRecognition-Banner-FNL%20-%20Maria.png?1719842791000" alt="2024 call for nominations" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> </a> <p>You can help recognize the efforts of outstanding volunteers by nominating individuals for one of the prestigious <a href="/awards/mga-awards-and-recognition-program" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>IEEE Member and Geographic Activities (MGA) Awards Program.</b></span></b></a></p> <p>Each award has a unique mission and criteria and offers the opportunity to honor distinguished colleagues, inspiring teachers, and corporate leaders.</p> <p>If you know someone who has made substantial regional IEEE volunteer contributions through innovative projects, exemplary leadership, service, or by fulfilling the MGA goals as related to transnational activities, consider nominating them for one of the following awards:</p> <ul> <li>MGA Larry K. Wilson Transnational Award</li> <li>MGA Diversity & Inclusion Award</li> <li>MGA Innovation Award</li> <li>MGA Leadership Award</li> <li>MGA Achievement Award</li> <li>MGA Young Professionals Achievement Award</li> </ul> <p>Please visit the MGA Award webpate for <a href="/awards/nomination-process" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>nominator guidelines and guidance on how to complete the nomination form.</b></span></b></a></p> <p><b>MGA awards are peer-recognized awards and <span style="text-decoration: underline;">self-nominations are NOT permitted.</span></b></p> <p><b>The deadline to submit nominations is <span style="text-decoration: underline;">15 September 2024.</span></b> A complete nomination form with two letters of endorsement by two IEEE members are required to be eligible.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://ieee.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/1033/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nominate A Colleague Now</a></p> <p>If the link above goes to the IEEE Awards home page, go to ‘My Nominations’ under the ‘Login’ tab. You may need your IEEE account login to access.</p> <p>Email questions to: <b>mga-awards@ieee.org</b></p> </div> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>MGA Award Approval Process</h3> <p>All MGA geographic units and MGA Committees must follow the award approval process: the process routes all Region, Area, Council, Section, Chapter, Affinity Group and Student Branch new award proposals or revisions to existing awards to the respective Region for final approval. <b><i>All existing geo-unit awards prior to January 2023 are grandfathered under the new process and do NOT require ARC’s review/endorsement.</i></b></p> <p>Only new award proposals from MGA Committees should be forwarded to MGA ARC and MELCC for endorsement and to the MGA Board for final approval.</p> <p>MGA ARC will evaluate all proposals for new awards or revision of existing awards. All award proposals must be submitted using the MGA Awards Template and sent to the MGA ARC Chair at: <b>mga-awards@ieee.org</b>.</p> <p><a href="/awards/new-award-approval-process" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;">CLICK HERE: </span></b></a>to find the MGA Awards Template and information about the award approval process. Additional information and guidelines for developing award proposals is found in the MGA Operations Manual Sections 8.3 and 8.4.</p> <p><b>Questions: mga-awards@ieee.org</b></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <div class="nss-block-light-blue"> <h3><b>The IEEE Conferences Committee is Soliciting Nominations for One At-Large-Member.</b></h3> <p><i>This member can be from any IEEE OU.</i></p> <p>The IEEE Conferences Committee is soliciting nominations for one <b>At-Large-Member</b> and this member can be from <b>any IEEE OU</b>. The position will begin on 1 January 2025 and will be a voting position for a two-year term.</p> <p>Additional details such as: eligibility; duties; selection criteria; and nomination instructions can be found on the <b>IEEE CEE Site</b> using the link below.</p> <p><b>Please note: the deadline for receiving nominations is 17 September 2024.</b></p> <p>To submit a nomination please use this link. Then scroll down to select the "Member at Large, IEEE Conferences Committee (2-year term)" section, and follow the guidance there.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://ieeemce.org/ieee-conferences-committee/call-for-nominations/#!/workspaces/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SUBMIT A NOMINATION</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>2024 Call for Nominations – Friend of MGA Awards</h3> <p>The Friend of MGA awards are designed to recognize support provided to IEEE and its members by firms, divisions of firms, or individuals (non-IEEE members). Nominators can submit nominations for individuals or organizations for a Friend Award at the supporting or sustaining level.</p> <p><b>Nominations for this award can be submitted at any time during the year.</b></p> <p><b>To learn more about the Friend of IEEE MGA Awards: </b> <a href="/awards/supporting-and-sustaining-friend-of-ieee-member-and" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>CLICK HERE</b></span></b></a></p> <p><a href="https://ieee.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/993/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;">CLICK HERE:</span></b></a> to submit a nomination for Friend of MGA Award.</p> <p>For questions about MGA Awards Program, contact: <b>mga-awards@ieee.org</b></p> </div> <div id="nss-featured" class="nss-content"> <div class="nss-block-light-yellow"> <h3>Get Ready for IEEEXtreme 18.0!</h3> <a target="_blank"> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Robert%20Sacks%20Xtreme%20logo%2018.0.png?1724758910000" alt="ieeXtreme programmiing poster" style="max-height: 280px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> </a> <p>Are you ready for the ultimate coding challenge? IEEEXtreme is back! This global, virtual competition pits teams of IEEE Student Members against each other in a thrilling 24-hour race to solve programming problems.</p> <p>The main event takes place on <b>26 October 2024</b>.</p> <p>Practice for the competition here:</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://csacademy.com/ieeextreme-practice/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Practice</a></p> <p>Register by your team <b>18 September 2024</b> to be eligible to join PreXtreme on 21 September 2024. This mini version of the competition lets you tackle 6 coding challenges in 6 hours, giving you a taste of what’s to come.</p> <p>Higher Grade IEEE Members are needed as proctors – register for this micro volunteering opportunity today.</p> <p>Get more information and register here:</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://ieeextreme.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Save Your Spot! IEEE Wireless Communications Live Course Series - September & October Sessions</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Natalie%20Apadula%20ComSoc_Img_4.png?1724600697000" alt="ALT-TEXT" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>The field of telecommunications is constantly evolving, and engineers need to be aware of the latest improvements and requirements in order to advance in their careers. Invest in your career development and expand your knowledge in wireless communications with two exclusive options available from the IEEE Communications Society.</p> <p>Designed for those with an engineering background who want to enhance their knowledge of wireless communication technologies. September and October sessions are now open for registration. Train your whole team at once! For organizational access, learn more.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://forms1.ieee.org/ComSoc-Courses-for-org.html?LT=LG_AD_9.2024_LM_ComSoc_Scoop" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Deadline Extended! Call for Proposals for 2025-2026 ComSoc School Series Events</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/08-August/24-08%20Tara%20McNally%20IEEE-ComSoc-School-Series_v5_9JUN21_JB_Main.png?1722444530000" alt="comsoc school series" style="max-height: 160px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>The IEEE ComSoc School Series is designed exclusively for ComSoc student members and features lectures by international experts, poster presentations, site visits, and hands-on demos on a range of fundamental to advanced and hot topics in communications. The typical duration of an IEEE ComSoc School Series event is 3 to 5 days and can be either in-person or virtual (online only). Proposals are now being accepted for events in 2025 and 2026.</p> <p>The extended deadline to submit proposals for 2025 events is <b>30 September 2024</b>. Please note that one event for 2025 has already been approved to take place in Colombia in March 2025. It would be preferable for other 2025 events to take place any time after June 2025. Proposals for 2026 events will be accepted at this time and will continue to be considered beyond 30 September. Please note that due to limited funding, early submission of your 2026 event proposal is encouraged.</p> <p>To learn more about this call for proposals or to submit your proposal, please - <a href="https://www.comsoc.org/education-training/ieee-comsoc-school-series/call-proposals" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>Visit the ComSoc School Series website.</b></span></b></a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of IEEE Day! Plan & Register Your IEEE Day Event Today.</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Adrienne%20Hahn%20Logo%20blue%20v2.png?1724767580000" alt="ieee day" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>IEEE Day 2024 event submissions are officially open. IEEE Day brings together members of all grades from around the globe, creating a tapestry of ideas and insights that shape our future. Join us in celebrating the 15th anniversary of IEEE Day by organizing your events between 29 September and 12 October!</p> <p><b>Why Participate? IEEE Day is a unique opportunity to:</b></p> <ul> <li><b>Showcase Innovation:</b> Share your incredible events with the global IEEE community.</li> <li><b>Engage Locally and Globally:</b> Get your events pinned on the IEEE Day map, highlighting your innovative contributions.</li> <li><b>Celebrate Together:</b> Join in the global celebration, recognizing the hard work and dedication of IEEE members worldwide.</li> <li><b>Recruit new members:</b> Through a number of IEEE and Society special offers.</li> </ul> <p>Submit your event at <a href="https://ieeeday.org/events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>Submit Event.</b> </span></b></a> There, you’ll find information and an instructional video. Don't forget to add the #ieeeday hashtag while registering your event through IEEE vTools.</p> <p>Get ready to be a part of something big and make IEEE Day 2024 unforgettable!</p> <p>Visit the <a href="http://ieeeday.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>IEEE Day Page</b></span></b></a> to learn more</p> <p>And share your questions to the IEEE Day team at: <b>ieee_day_contact@ieee.org</b></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Don’t Forget to Vote in the IEEE Annual Election</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Carrie%20Loh%20ieee-elections-vote600x400.png?1724767580000" alt="ieee elections - learn about the candidates" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>Balloting for the 2024 IEEE Annual Election is now underway and will end on <b>1 October 2024</b> at 12:00 noon ET (16:00 UTC). We hope you will take the time to vote and help choose the future leadership of IEEE.</p> <p>This year’s ballot includes IEEE President-Elect candidates who are nominated by IEEE Board of Directors, as well as nominees for Delegate-Elect/Director-Elect for IEEE Divisions I, III, V, VII, IX, and for IEEE Regions 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10. The ballot also includes candidates for IEEE Technical Activities Vice President-Elect, IEEE-USA President-Elect, and IEEE Standards Association Board of Governors Members-at-Large.</p> <p>Visit the <a href="https://www.ieee.org/about/corporate/election/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>IEEE Annual Election Website</b> </span></b></a> to access your ballot, learn about the candidates, and watch candidate forum recordings.</p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>The IEEE Diversity & Inclusion Committee Wants to Hear from You!</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/08-August/24-08%20Monica%20Naureckas-1%20SCOOP%20DEI%20Form%20Promo.png?1722444536000" alt="colored balloons" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>Is your IEEE organizational unit doing great work to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion?</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc6y4A1i7Ips3pL1XxMcGEHf8P6lmaM12BNJh0ERK-uV-xs5w/viewform" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tell Us About It!</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>The IEEE Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) Toolkit</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/08-August/24-08%20Monica%20Naureckas-2.png?1722444532000" alt="4 colorful geometric patterns" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>Last year, the IEEE Diversity & Inclusion Committee, a Committee of the IEEE Board of Directors appointed to uphold the IEEE Diversity Statement, launched a Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Toolkit accessible to IEEE volunteers.</p> <p>Below are some highlights:</p> <ul> <li>Do you want to learn about how different dimensions of DEI may be measured?</li> <li> <p><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qdSWUJaVRVnSxvJYrdyn1mERP5r1jXyK/view" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>> See the IEEE DEI Assessment Tool </b></span></a></p> </li> <li>Looking for a way to set the tone for more inclusive meetings? See conversation starters.</li> <li> <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1K_YGONdTGsgnuqVXFlMDD4mv995xh8Zg/edit#slide=id.p1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>> Diverse Perspectives </b> </span></b></a> and <a href="https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1VCT5TgHlorJ2wYEoXl92GgZVrDyeKe5w/edit#slide=id.p1" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>Inclusive Conversations Ground Rules.</b> </span></b></a></p> </li> <li>Want a deeper understanding of demographic data and the DEI impact at the regional level?</li> <li> <p><a href="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pkbR5H5yxCMgFcuraU_-bok5KCb5BY8M/edit" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>> See Regional Data Collection Considerations </b></span></a></p> </li> </ul> <p>See the IEEE Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Toolkit for More Information.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://www.ieee.org/about/diversity-index/secure/volunteer-toolkit.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">See More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Enroll Now: New SPS Course Program "Transformer Architectures for Multimodal Signal Processing and Decision Making"</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Michelle%20Demydenko%20New%20ILN%20Course.png?1724600694000" alt="ENROLL NOW POSTER" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>Transformer neural architectures have emerged as the model of choice in natural language processing (NLP) due to their high performance in various tasks, such as machine translation, sentiment analysis, and text summarization. Transformers aim to replace hand-crafted features with general-purpose neural architectures powered by data-driven training.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://iln.ieee.org/Public/ContentDetails.aspx?id=FC840493AFAB4F7DBE9DA0E642D7BB8E" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>With IEEE CertifAIEd, you’ll enhance your knowledge in Ethical AI</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Taryn%20Rosell%20Scoop_Sept_2024%20_CertifAIEd.png?1724705056000" alt="man reading monitor" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>It is vital for engineers and technical professionals to understand the nuances of the ethics related to leveraging the cutting edge technology of artificial intelligence.</p> <p>To address that need, IEEE has developed a program that is based on ethical criteria for autonomous intelligent systems (AIS). This training program, IEEE CertifAIEd Assessor Training, was created by working with experts in the field of AI and Ethics.</p> <p>This AI Ethics training program enables participants to understand the need for ethical AIS and the principles surrounding the criteria. Learn how to audit products, services, and systems from an ethics perspective and gain knowledge of fundamental concepts such as ethics profiling, assessment, and certification.</p> <p>The next session will begin on <b>23 September 2024</b> and will be a 3.5 day virtual, instructor-led training consisting of instruction, workshops, and a final exam. Other sessions are planned in various time zones throughout the rest of the year.</p> <p>Contact us today to get access for yourself or your team for an upcoming session.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://forms1.ieee.org/CertifAIEd.html?LT=LG_ENL_9.2024_LM_CertifAIEd_MGA_Scoop" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Join the 5G Innovation Fast Lane!</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Taryn%20Rosell%20Scoop_Sept_2024_Testbed.png?1724705056000" alt="skyline image at night" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>Drawing on their mission as a neutral and trusted global technical association, IEEE is dedicated to creating an environment where the industry can break new ground and work together to develop the next generation of technology innovations. For this reason, IEEE developed the 5G/6G Innovation Testbed (Beta), a new cloud-based, private, secure, end-to-end 5G network testing platform.</p> <p>As a network of integrated open-source components, the IEEE 5G/6G Innovation Testbed (Beta) avoids challenges that come with relying on fixed proprietary solutions and provides flexibility in adjusting, transforming, and integrating new network functions or features that further enhance current 5G technology and help define coming 6G functions.</p> <p>Get access to the 5G/6G Innovation Testbed (Beta) for your team today to:</p> <ul> <li><b>Test:</b> Efficient, economic 5G conformity testing within the 3GPP standards ecosystem.</li> <li><b>Experiment:</b> Flexible, scalable, and “always on” for CICD development within a wide range of 5G use cases and scenarios.</li> <li><b>Collaborate:</b> Increase efficiency and speed innovation through collaborative testing and development with partner companies.</li> <li><b>Innovate:</b> Adjust, transform, and integrate new network functions or features.</li> </ul> <p>Teams of engineers can now access the beta version of the 5G/6G Innovation Testbed via a free trial. Request a trial today!</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://forms1.ieee.org/IEEE_5G_6G_Innovation_Testbed.html?LT=LG_ENL_9.2024_LM_Innovation_Testbed_MGA_Scoop" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Free Trial</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <div class="nss-block-light-blue"> <h3><i>IEEE Spectrum</i> Stories</h3> <p><b>Trailblazing Tech Leader Helps Shape U.S. AI Strategy</b></p> <p>The IEEE Fellow is the first woman to direct the country’s tech policy agency.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/tech-leader-us-ai-strategy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read More</a></p> <p><b>The President-Elect Candidates’ Plans to Further IEEE’s Mission </b></p> <p>The 3 members have issued their position statements.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/2025-president-elect-position-statements" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read More</a></p> <p><b>IEEE and Keysight Team Up to Teach Kids About Electronics </b></p> <p>Free lesson plans cover the basics of circuit design.</p> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/ieee-and-keysight-team-up-to-teach-kids-about-electronics-2668966742" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Read More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>2025 IEEE President-Elect Candidate Forum Presented by IEEE Young Professionals</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Evan%20Straley%20Pres%20Elect%20Forum.png?1724699103000" alt="pres elect forum welcome" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>Last month, IEEE Young Professionals (YP) hosted a free-for-Members forum with IEEE President-Elect Candidates Mary Ellen Randall, John Verboncoeur, and S.K. Ramesh. Attendees drove lively discussions about leadership within IEEE, addressing issues facing young professionals, and plans for tackling key priorities. The event provided a unique communal experience.</p> <p><a href="https://yp.ieee.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>Visit YP</b></span></b></a> to explore more unique offerings.</p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Quickly expand your professional network and build your résumé through IEEE Volunteering!</h3> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20Evan%20Straley%20Mentoring-Meet%20Logo.png?1724699102000" alt="ieee mentoring meet" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p>IEEE Young Professionals offers Mentoring-Meet (MM) funding for in-person and hybrid mentoring events. MM connects mentors and mentees to enhance skills, spark collaboration, and build networks. Organizers can receive up to US$1,000 to plan an event, plus guidance from MM Regional Experience Specialists and event planning templates.</p> <p><a href="https://cmte.ieee.org/mentoring-meet/contact/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><b>Contact the team</b></span></b></a> to start your journey today!</p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>IEEE STEM Summit</h3> <p>Attention all STEM educators, IEEE members & volunteers engaged in STEM outreach, and those looking to help students pursue STEM-related professions! Let’s build our STEM community by coming together to encourage, support and inspire each other. From <b>23-25 October 2024</b>, we will explore new ways to spark school-aged children's interest in STEM, as well as hear from several notable guest speakers. Check out this TryEngineering article to learn more about our three keynote speakers!</p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-IEEE%20STEM%20Summit.png?1724600696000" alt="stem summit poster" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://tryengineering.org/news/ieee-stem-summit-keynote-speakers-preview/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>New GradLab Episode with President-Elect Sean Bentley</h3> <p>When is it the right time to get published, and get funded? In this episode of GradLab, join 2024 IEEE-HKN President-Elect Dr. Sean Bentley and Ph.D. Candidate Joseph Greene for a Grad’s guide to Scientific Communication as they discuss the paramount question: "When are my research results significant?"</p> <p>This episode seeks to demystify when your results are ready for sharing in and out of the lab and give perspectives on the complete experimental life cycle so you can better design your research to obtain impactful results.</p> <p> </p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-GradLab%20Sean%20Bentley.png?1724600694000" alt="when are my research results significant?" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39Re0JJHjAE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Submit to EPICS in IEEE Call for Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems Projects</h3> <p>EPICS in IEEE announced a call for proposals that will fund applications of artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. EPICS in IEEE proposals should address specific applications of AI in industries such as healthcare, agriculture, education, environmental improvements, and other applications for societal benefit. Students are encouraged to think creatively about these technical areas that can result in direct societal benefit from a solution that will be adopted by the community partner. Check out the Call for Proposals for more details.</p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-Ai%20call%20for%20proposal.png?1724600695000" alt="robot hand" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://epics.ieee.org/fall-call-for-projects-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Volunteer Opportunity: Sign up to be an EPICS in IEEE Project Proposal Reviewer</h3> <p>EPICS in IEEE is looking for reviewers for the Project Proposals being submitted in October. Reviewers will need to view a training course, review 3-5 proposals, and submit an evaluation form for each project. If you have any experience with engineering, engineering education, engineering for humanitarian initiatives, or simply want to get involved, this opportunity is for you. The deadline to sign up in 11 September and information will be sent to those who sign up.</p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-Project%20Reviewers%202024.png?1724600698000" alt="epics in IEEE" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://forms.gle/MLHAS5uLGRDYH31V9" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>HKN Eminent Member Elevation</h3> <p>IEEE-HKN would like to invite you to a celebration of the 2024 elevation of <b>Dr. Robert Wilson</b> to Eminent Member and of <b>Dr. Arno Penzias</b> as an honorary eminent member of HKN. Together, they discovered the cosmic microwave background radiation in 1964, providing strong evidence for the Big Bang theory. This discovery earned them the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1978. You’re invited to attend on <b>17 September 2024</b> at the AT&T Science & Technology Innovation Center & Museum in Middletown, NJ to honor these innovators for what they have done for technology and the world.</p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-Emiment%20Member%20Invite%20.png?1724600700000" alt="blue & gold poster" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://bit.ly/3MfWzCX" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Level Up Your Leadership Skills with IEEE</h3> <p>Developing professionals into strong leaders can have a lasting impact on a company, and the IEEE Professional Development Suite can help make it possible. Explore the training programs in the suite help aspiring technology leaders develop essential business and management skills. Don't miss your opportunity to enroll in the last few 2024 sessions for IEEE Leading Technical Teams and the IEEE | Rutgers Mini-MBA for Engineers. Read more.</p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-Leadership%20Skills.png?1724600693000" alt="two up arrows" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://spectrum.ieee.org/leadership-skills-ieee-courses" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Interested in Helping IEEE Contribute to Educational Efforts Around the World?</h3> <p>Call for Nominations: Join forces with fellow volunteers to advance IEEE Educational Activities, positioning it as the premier resource for learners, educators, and education policymakers across IEEE’s fields of interest.</p> <p>Applications and nominations are currently being accepted for representative, committee chair, committee member, and liaison positions.</p> <p>Submissions accepted through <b>30 September 2024</b>. To apply or nominate, click here.</p> <div class="nss-img"><img src="/images/files/News/scoop/2024/09-September/24-09%20EA-Call%20for%20EA%20Volunteers.png?1724600693000" alt="join the educational activities board etc" style="max-height: 320px; width: auto; border: none;" /></div> <p class="nss-read-more"><a href="https://ieee.secure-platform.com/a/solicitations/1072/home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn More</a></p> </div> <div class="nss-content"> <h3>Digital Badges Add Value to Technical Conferences</h3> <p>Digital badges appeal to attendees because they show potential employers you have learned a new skill or attended an important industry event. They can then be shared on social media such as LinkedIn. Attendees are then able to retrieve them at anytime via a digital wallet. 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