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Title:
IEEE UWT Student Branch - Winter 2026 Officer Meeting (#6) - Arduino Workshop PART 2 PREPARATION
Date:
February 15th
6:00 PM (0 minute)
Abstract:

This meeting, we prepared our second part to our 3 part arduino workshop series. 

We also caught up the other officers on results from our progress report day for the projects. 

We have also made sure the 3rd part of the series is in order as well. 

Title:
ThinkNext Hackathon 2026 | Build. Learn. Innovate. 🤖🎓
Date:
February 16th
8:57 AM (9 days)
Location:
161 Mission Falls Ln,
Fremont, CA
Cost:
Admission fee may apply
Abstract:

IEEE Student Branch SFBUSan Francisco Bay University is excited to present ThinkNext Hackathon 2026, a one-week GenAI hackathon designed to empower students to build innovative solutions and gain hands-on experience with emerging AI technologies.
This hackathon encourages creativity, collaboration, and practical problem-solving beyond the classroom.

 

Event Duration
February 18, 2026 (12:00 PM) – February 24, 2026 (12:00 PM)

🏆 Closing Event & Prizes
February 25, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
- Prizes will be awarded by an OpenAI guest speaker.
- Lunch Provided

🎓 Who Can Participate
SFBU students from all academic backgrounds.
- Teams of up to 3 members.

📝 Registration
Register by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

Title:
Open Source FPGA Projects Roundtable
Date:
February 17th
10:00 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Zoom call hosted by Open Research Institute (ORI). IEEE members and guests are welcome. This is a technical roundtable of FPGA projects from the Open Source hardware community. Participants report what they've done over the past week, what they have planned for the next week, if they have any roadblocks, and if they need any resources. The roundtable is sometimes followed by open office hours if anyone has additional questions or discussions.  

Title:
Oregon PES Monthly meeting
Date:
February 17th
12:30 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Power Planning with Feng Qui

Title:
Technical Considerations for Integrating a Variable Renewable Generation Source in a Power System– Case of the Fiji Grid
Date:
February 17th
2:00 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Small island grids in developing countries are faced with balancing priorities between maintaining energy security, reliability, affordability, and sustainability. As developing nations transition towards  a decarbonised generation mix, it is important to appropriately balance all these aspects in power system development. The presentation will aim to address some technical considerations from a project development perspective when integrating variable renewable energy sources into small island grids.

Title:
CHEERS OCEANEERS! February 17th, 2026
Date:
February 17th
5:30 PM (3 hours)
Location:
Quantum Brewing
San Diego, CA
Abstract:

CHEERS OCEANEERS! February 17th 2026

Our main presenter this month is DWE - DeepWater Exploration Inc.

In this presentation, Jake Johnson from DeepWater Exploration (DWE) breaks down how subsea vision serves as the "pickaxe" of the modern maritime gold rush. As vessel manufacturers race for major contracts, DWE provides the essential hardware and tools required to enable the new era of autonomous fleets. The presentation will cover:

 - Vision Gap: Analyzing the industry shift from 2000s-era ROVs to today's AI-driven, rapid-deployment swarms, and why traditional vision hardware has become a bottleneck.

 - Startup Journey: How DWE scaled from apartment-based prototyping to supporting 600+ organizations globally. 

 - USB Advantage: An overview of DWE's optics and vision systems which enable higher camera density and better mission endurance.

 - Real-World Impact: Case studies across commercial, defense, and scientific sectors.

 - Future of Integration: A first look at the explore3D Stereo and DWE SDK for deploying advanced vision capabilities and intelligent subsea perception. 

***

Welcome to the monthly event for the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society (OES), San Diego Chapter, which is hosting this meeting jointly along with TMA BlueTech (The Maritime Alliance), and MTS (Marine Technology Society).

Please join us for the main presentation and also plenty of time for networking and friendly conversation about everything oceanic, engineering, science, Blue Tech, and more.  No need to be an IEEE or OES member, or TMA, or MTS.  Everyone is invited.

This month, we will be at Quantum Brewing again, a cool science-themed brewery founded by a biochemist.

No ticket required, but please order something for yourself from the brewery.

Please grab a bite from a nearby restaurant, which is okay to bring into the brewery per the owner.

The food and drinks are not being funded by the hosts.  Please open your own tab.

Title:
A Tour through AI-Powered Imaging - Neural Image Signal Processing (ISP)
Date:
February 17th
5:30 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:

1st Lecture of IEEE CS San Diego's 2026 Invited Seminar Series (Virtual)

Title:
IEEE Richland Section Ex-Com Meeting Feb 17 2026
Date:
February 17th
5:45 PM (1.2 hours)
Location:
1435 George Washington Way
Richland, WA
Abstract:

Scheduling IEEE Richland EX-COM Meeting for 2026

Location: Round Table Pizza, 1435 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352

Food and social gathering at 5:45 PM, business meeting at 6:00 PM

Date(s) – Feb 17, Mar 17, Apr 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, Aug 18, Sept 15, Oct 20, Nov 17, and Dec 15

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Title:
IEEE-CSUS First General Meeting
Date:
February 17th
6:00 PM (1 hour)
Location:
Calaveras Hall
Sacramento, CA
Abstract:
We at IEEE-CSUS hope you're having a great start to your Spring 2026 semester! We have an exciting semester planned packed with 
  • professional networking
  • social events
  • workshops
If this is something you're interested in, you won't want to miss our First IEEE General Meeting.📅 Tuesday, February 17th🕕 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM📍 ARC 1011 We’ve got an exciting evening planned if you want to learn more:- Meet your IEEE officers- Learn about available officer positions- Learn about the IEEE Honor Society- Discover upcoming networking and social events- Enjoy FREE refreshments and a chance to win prizes! We hope to see you there! Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers CSUS
Title:
SusTech Talk February 2026 - Engineering a Greener Future: Sustainable Technologies and Opportunities
Date:
February 17th
6:00 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:
“Engineering a Greener Future: Sustainable Technologies and Opportunities”

with San Murugesan, Director of BRITE Professional Services, Adjunct Professor at Western Sydney University, Australia, Senior Consultant with Cutter Consortium (USA).

Date/Time: Tuesday, Feb 17, 6 pm, USA (Wednesday, Feb 18, 1 pm, Sydney)

Abstract:

Our well-being and socioeconomic progress are inseparable from the health of our environment. A sustainable environment underpins human survival, economic stability, and the future of life on Earth. Livelihoods, industries, ecosystems, and biodiversity all depend on a stable planet. Yet decades of environmental degradation have brought us to an unprecedented crisis. Extreme weather events—droughts, floods, heat waves, snowstorms, and wildfires—are increasing in frequency and intensity, disrupting lives, damaging economies, and escalating recovery costs. Environmental degradation also poses serious health risks, contributing to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, the spread of infectious illnesses, and food insecurity.

Engineering has long driven human progress, and today it must lead sustainability efforts. Green (or sustainable) engineering balances environmental responsibility with economic viability, performance, and profitability.

Title:
IEEE Alaska Section - February ExCom Meeting (Rescheduled)
Date:
February 17th
7:00 PM (1.5 hours)
Abstract:

IEEE Alaska Executive Committee Meeting

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 ⋅ 6:00 – 7:30pm (Alaska Time - Anchorage)

Jeremie Smith is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting using the IEEE Alaska Section Account

Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/98832778456?pwd=WnhVWFpOOGQ0YkZEVnlqMlJjWG5lZz09

Meeting ID: 988 3277 8456
Passcode: 269832

Please register if you will be attending.

Title:
IEEE 802 LMSC Standards for Scholars and Students by Prof. Tunçer Baykas
Date:
February 17th
8:00 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Abstract:

The IEEE 802 LAN/MAN Standards Committee develops and maintains networking standards and recommended practices from body area to metropolitan area networks, using an open and accredited process, and advocates them on a global basis. Among its working groups 802.11, 802.15, 802.18 and  802.19 focus on wireless communication. In this talk, we review those task groups' current projects and activities, focusing on latest projects. We will provide suggestions on how researchers from academia can contribute and benefit from the 802 standardization process. Bio:
Tunçer Baykas (SM) is currently associate professor at Kadir Has University. After receiving his Ph.D. degree from the University of Ottawa, he joined the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology, Japan, in 2007. During his tenure, he contributed to multiple standardization projects, including IEEE 802.15.3c, IEEE 802.11ad, and IEEE 1900.7. He served as the Chair for IEEE 802.19.1 Task Group. Between 2012 and 2014, he worked as a postdoctoral researcher at Tohoku University, where he contributed to the development of the IEEE 802.15.4k Low Energy Critical Infrastructure Management Standard. Between 2016 and 2019 he represented NICT in the International Telecommunication Union Radiocommunication Sector, and he was the drafting group Chair of the 1A-3 and 5C-3 groups on WRC-19 agenda item 1.15. He has served as a Guest Editor for IEEE Communications Magazine and a Board Member for IEEE Comsoc MMTC E-Letters. He is currently serving as the Chair of the 802.19 Working Group, the IEEE Türkiye Comsoc Chapter, and corresponding member of the IEEE TAB COS.  
Title:
IEEE-USA Livestream Webinar: From Job Description to Marketing Document: Writing a Resume That Gets Interviews
Date:
February 18th
11:00 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Many resumes read like a list of duties—but hiring managers are not looking for job descriptions. They are looking for value. This webinar reframes resume writing as a marketing exercise, helping participants shift from describing what they did to clearly communicating what they delivered. Attendees will learn how to position their experience, quantify impact, and align their resume with how employers actually make hiring decisions. The goal is a resume that opens doors and earns interviews, not one that blends in.

 

Title:
IEEE UWT Student Branch - Arduino Workshop Part 2
Date:
February 18th
12:30 PM (0 minute)
Location:
JOY
Tacoma, WA
Abstract:

This meeting, we are continuing the introduction of using Arduinos and the Arduino IDE by providing a more advanced case of LEDs and using more components such as buzzers. 

Title:
Spring 2026 Faculty Research Panel
Date:
February 18th
4:00 PM (3 hours)
Location:
Discovery Hall
Tempe, AZ
Abstract:

The IEEE Student Branch at ASU, in partnership with IEEE-HKN, invites you to attend a Faculty Research Panel featuring five to six faculty members from the School of Electrical, Computer, and Energy Engineering (ECEE). Each professor brings a different area of research expertise, offering a broad view of the work happening across the department.

This panel is a great opportunity to learn more about the research process, explore the PhD path, and connect with faculty who may be recruiting students for research roles. Whether you're just starting to think about getting involved in research or are seriously considering graduate school, this event can help you take the next step!

🔍 What You’ll Gain

- Learn about active research areas in the ECEE department
- Get firsthand perspectives on the PhD experience
- Explore potential student research opportunities
- Ask questions and build connections with faculty

Title:
Making Fast EV Charging Work without Breaking the Grid
Date:
February 18th
4:00 PM (1 hour)
Location:
seattle, WA
Abstract:

Speaker:  Hasitha Dharmasiri of Electric Era Technologies
Title: Making Fast EV Charging Work without Breaking the Grid
Abstract: Electric Era Technologies develops and operates DC fast charging stations tailored for retail locations, integrating AC-coupled battery energy storage systems to overcome common grid constraints. Many sites have limited available power. A typical 4-charger installation can reserve up to 20% of a distribution substation's capacity (often 5–15 MW total). Once installed, variable charging loads, driven by vehicle curves and utilization patterns, ultimately underutilize the reserved grid capacity. Expensive utility upgrades are frequently required to accommodate these loads. Electric Era's closed-loop, real-time control system uses battery storage to shave peaks, enabling charging rates to actually and easily exceed the site's physical grid connection capacity without impacting utility service or tripping breakers. The presentation includes a case study demonstrating advanced voltage regulation through volt-var optimization, where the battery system stabilizes a weak local grid by compensating for voltage changes during charging and load rejection events, enhancing overall grid reliability and accelerating deployment of high-power EV infrastructure.
Bio: Hasitha "Sith" Dharmasiri is the Vice President of Software at Electric Era Technologies, a Seattle-based innovator in battery-backed DC fast charging infrastructure. He joined the company shortly after it was founded in 2019. Previously, he led the software team responsible for SpaceX's Starlink satellite network's bus and gateway systems.

Title:
Eastern Idaho Section ExCom
Date:
February 18th
4:30 PM (1.5 hours)
Abstract:

Eastern Idaho Section Bi-Monthly ExCom Meeting

Title:
ENERGY TRANSITION - THE NEW NORMAL
Date:
February 18th
5:30 PM (2.5 hours)
Location:
MEGI Engineering
Lake Oswego
Cost:
Admission fee may apply
Abstract:

The officers of the Oregon/SW Washington Chapter of the Industry Applications Society invite you to join us Wednesday evening, February 18, 2026, for our dinner, meeting, and technical presentation.  We appreciate the support of all who attend our dinners and presentations.  We will be meeting at our “home base” MEGI Engineering in Lake Oswego. This location is easy to access by car from the Interstate 5 Kruse Way/Lake Oswego exits. Ample free parking and entrance at the East side of the building.

The cost for dinner is with food from Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que. There is no charge to attend the presentation only.  Our IAS Chapter always offers free dinners for local PSU, OSU, George Fox, U of P, OIT and WSUV Electrical Engineering Students who attend our meetings. This is an excellent networking opportunity for students as our meetings are attended by many professionals in consulting, industrial engineering, and electrical equipment manufacturing.

Title:
2026 Monthly San Diego IEEE EXCOM - February Meeting
Date:
February 18th
5:30 PM (2 hours)
Location:
ATEC
San Diego, CA
Abstract:

 SDIEEE EXCOM Meeting

Executive Committee meeting to discuss all San Diego IEEE activities.  All IEEE members welcome to attend. Please RSVP. 

  • 5:30 pm: Networking and Food
  • 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Meeting (in person and/or remote) 
  • Meeting Adjourned

To add to the agenda, please email upalmahbub@ieee.org.   

 

Title:
IEEE CENTRAL COAST FREE EVENT - 18 FEBRUARY 6PM @ RUSTY'S “Physics & Applications of Thin Films of Topological Matter” Dr. Eric Masanet, UCSB Materials Dept
Date:
February 18th
6:00 PM (2.5 hours)
Location:
Rusty's Pizza 5934 Calle Real
Goleta, CA
Abstract:

Location - Rusty’s Pizza                                                   

5934 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117

6:00 PM - Pizza, Salad, Beverage

6:30 PM – Central Coast Status
6:35 PM – Dr. Eric Masanet Presents


Please REGISTER NOW below and join us February 18th when Professor Eric
Masanet will talk about his current work at UCSB on Thin Film
Topological Matter. This informative talk should identify all of the
minutiae involved.
Regards, Ruth Franklin IEEE Central Coast Chair

Link to Register yourself and Guests

 

Title:
Ninth Annual Symposium on Heterogeneous Integration Roadmap and Annual Meeting
Date:
February 19th
8:00 AM (2 days)
Location:
SEMI INTERNATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
MILPITAS, CA
Cost:
Admission fee may apply
Abstract:

Vision for Heterogeneous Integration from Global Perspectives, 2 days, keynote talks, working groups ...

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Title:
X-ray Microscopy of Magnetic Nanostructures
Date:
February 19th
11:30 AM (1.8 hours)
Location:
==> Use corner entrance: Kifer Road / San Lucar Court ==> Do not enter at main entrance on Kifer Road
Sunnyvale, California, CA
Abstract:
X-ray Microscopy of Magnetic Nanostructures

 

Abstract:

Magnetic nanostructures play a crucial role on modern data storage and processing technology.Using soft x-ray microscopy and spectroscopy at a National User Facility like e.g. the Advanced Light Source we are able to gain insight into the relevant processes in magnetic nanostructures and complex magnetic interfaces with picosecond time resolution and nanometer spatial resolution.

 

X-ray based spectroscopy and microscopy have been shown to be a powerful tool for the characterization of complex materials on the nanoscale, from battery materials to topological magnetic monopoles. Using polarization-dependent effects (dichroism), we are able to learn about magnetic, structural, and electronic order, with tens of nanometer spatial resolution. In addition, so-called photon-in, photon-out techniques are insensitive to the presence of external stimuli or even changes in ambient conditions, which allows us to study devices in-operando in state-of-the-art X-ray microscopes. Altogether, these features have led to the development of a strong international user community focused on, e.g., battery devices or magnetic and electric devices. However, the feature that synchrotrons are pulsed sources of X-rays is typically less used by experimentalists.

Synchrotrons operate at repetition rates up to 500 MHz, producing X-ray pulses that are less than 100 picoseconds long with very little temporal jitter (≈10 ps). By using point detectors, e.g., Avalanche Photodiodes, and fast electronics with bandwidths of 10 GHz or more, it is then possible to follow reversible processes with about 10 picoseconds time resolution.

In this talk, I will describe several examples of how we can use synchrotron radiation to gain insight into materials that are otherwise very difficult or impossible to obtain using lab-based methods. I will also describe current efforts to increase sample throughput at synchrotrons, which are typically more geared towards fundamental science than applied technological questions.

Read more: 
     Mutual modulation between surface chemistry and bulk microstructure in nickel-rich layered oxide battery cathode materials
     Imaging Topological Magnetic Monopoles in 3D

 

Speaker:

Dr. Hendrik OhldagStaff Scientist
Spectromicroscopy, Photon Science OperationsThe Advanced Light Source
Lawrence Berkeley National LaboratoryIEEE Magnetics Society, IEEE Fellow

 

Hendrik Ohldag received the Ph.D. in experimental physics from the Universität Düsseldorf, Germany, in 2002. He joined the Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Light Source (SSRL) in 1999 as a research assistant as part of his Ph.D. research. After a postdoctoral fellowship at SSRL, he became a permanent member of the research staff in 2005 before he joined the Advanced Light Source (ALS) in Berkeley as a staff member in 2018.Dr. Ohldag’s research focuses on using polarized X-rays generated by a synchrotron to study magnetic materials and complex chemical surfaces and interfaces in advanced X-ray microscopeDr. Ohldag was awarded the David. A Shirley Award at the ALS in 2006 for “outstanding contribution in using photoemission electron microscopy for the study of magnetic materials."  Dr. Ohldag is a member of the IEEE Magnetics Society and the chair of the Magnetic Interfaces and Nanoscale Device Division of the American Vacuum Society. He was a Distinguished Lecturer of the IEEE Magnetics Society in 2017. He has authored or co-authored over 50 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters which have been cited over 2500 times. He has participated in the organization of 25 international conferences and workshops.  He has been named a fellow of the American Physical Society, the American Vacuum Society, and the IEEE. He holds adjunct faculty positions at the University of California, Santa Cruz and Stanford University.”

  

AGENDA:

Thursday February 19, 2026

11:30 AM: Networking, Pizza & Drinks

Noon -- 1 pm: Seminar

Please register on Eventbrite before 9:30 AM on Thursday February 19, 2026

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Title:
Meet a Past IEEE President
Date:
February 19th
2:00 PM (0 minute)
Location:
Santa Clara Convention Center
SAnta Clara , CA
Abstract:

Heading to the Chiplet Summit next week? We’d love to see you there!

The IEEE SCV Section will be at Booth 321 from Feb 17–19. We are especially excited to host a Fireside Chat in the Chiplet Summit Theater on February 19, 2:00 pm featuring Thomas Coughlin, 2024 IEEE President, in conversation with our Section Chair, Avery Lu. Come say hello, share your thoughts, and "Meet a Past IEEE President!"

 

Title:
IEEE PES/IAS Lecture: Substation Ground Grid Design and Low Voltage System Electric Shock Protection
Date:
February 19th
5:00 PM (1.2 hours)
Abstract:


Two related electric safety topics will be covered in the presentation. (1) A ground grid is required for substations to carry and dissipate current into earth under normal and faulty conditions for safety purposes. In the Ground Grid Design presentation, the common concepts, basic requirements, calculation methods, and procedure of ground grid design will be discussed. (2) Electric Shock is the main safety issue for low voltage systems. In this presentation, the concepts of low-voltage system earthing (equipment grounding) and protective (equipment grounding) conductor sizing methods are discussed along with the loop current and touch voltage calculations.

About the Speaker:

Dr. Liu has more than 40 years’ experience in electric power engineering. He received his PhD from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee. Before joining ETAP, Dr. Liu was with Cooper Power Systems as a senior power engineer. He is now a Senior Principal Electrical Engineer and has been with ETAP for 23 years. Dr. Liu’s research interest includes electric power system modeling, simulation, and software development. Electric safety has been one of his main research areas. Dr. Liu is a registered Professional Electrical Engineer in California. He is an IEEE PES and IAS senior member.

Title:
TerraPower Nuclear Reactor
Date:
February 19th
5:00 PM (2.5 hours)
Location:
Scott Bioengineering Building
Fort Collins, CO
Abstract:

TerraPower was founded to provide state-of-the-art power with Natrium technology, one of the fastest and lowest-cost paths to advanced, zero-carbon energy. The site selected is in southwest Wyoming near the town of Kemerrer. What’s under construction is a sodium test and fill facility for the future plant, the first step of many to come before the nuclear plant will come online in 2030, according to projections. The test and fill facility is a key step in building this novel nuclear plant, a first of its kind in the United States. TerraPower plans to test and prove a first-of-its-kind nuclear cooling system, a process that is expected to take about a year. 

Title:
Looking Ahead to the 2026 NEC in California
Date:
February 19th
5:30 PM (3 hours)
Location:
Zio Fraedo's
Pleasant Hill, CA
Cost:
Admission fee may apply
Abstract:

Although the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) only recently became effective in California on January 1, 2026, the 2026 NEC was already published in September 2025.  Highlights of the 2026 NEC will be covered including new requirements for arc-flash labeling, load calculations, 10-ampere branch circuits, engineering for marinas and EVSE changes, as well as industry trends that are driving NEC changes.

 

Title:
Minimizing Miracles: Practical Co-Located Nuclear Power
Date:
February 20th
12:30 PM (1.5 hours)
Location:
EIB (Engineering & Industry Building)
Anchorage, AK
Abstract:

The IEEE Alaska February meeting will be an in-person meeting in Anchorage at UAA with a virtual stream of the presentation. Lunch will be provided at no cost for in-person attendees. IEEE membership is NOT required to attend. Please register in advance if attending in-person for the lunch count.

Ben Kellie is the Co-Founder & CEO of Applied Atomics, a nuclear fission startup unlocking large scale co-located power to unlock the next 1,000 years of energy for humanity. The company is vertically integrating proven Gen III+ LWR technologies with in-house EPC on the balance of plant to speed the deployment and lower the cost of nuclear power.

 

 

Title:
ADC Innovations for Improved Resolution, Power and Form Factor
Date:
February 20th
4:00 PM (1.5 hours)
Location:
Qualcomm Q Auditorium
San Diego, CA
Abstract:
ABSTRACT
ADC design is progressing rapidly over time thanks to innovations in architecture, circuit implementation, and technology scaling. For many emerging applications, for instance in the field of IoT or medical devices, converters with high resolution, low power consumption, and a small form factor are desired. In this tutorial-level presentation, we will explain the general trade-offs for these performance metrics, and we will highlight some of the recent developments that pushed the state-of-the-art forward. The talk will also give some insight into the challenges when embedding converters in an overall system. 
Title:
San Diego Engineers Week Awards Banquet in partnership with SDCEC
Date:
February 20th
4:00 PM (4.5 hours)
Location:
Crowne Plaza San Diego Hotel in Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
Abstract:

You are invited to kick-off Engineers Week with the 75th annual San Diego Engineers Week Awards Banquet on Friday, February 20, 2026. The Awards Banquet is hosted by the San Diego County Engineering Council (SDCEC) in collaboration with local Engineering Society Chapters and Engineering Colleges. Join us to network and celebrate the contributions of those local people and organizations who are advancing engineering and technology in the community. Details about the event here: https://www.sandiegoengineers.org/banquet

This event registration will be used to get the headcounts for the IEEE SD Section tables. We will prioritize ExCom members who will also volunteer for the Section Booth. 

Title:
Student Professional Awareness Conference - SPAC
Date:
February 21st
9:00 AM (5 hours)
Location:
4100 Old Main Hill
Logan, UT
Abstract:

Student Professional Awareness Conference (SPAC) is an event with several workshops held for students to come develop their skills to become better engineers. 

Title:
Open Source FPGA Projects Roundtable
Date:
February 24th
10:00 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Zoom call hosted by Open Research Institute (ORI). IEEE members and guests are welcome. This is a technical roundtable of FPGA projects from the Open Source hardware community. Participants report what they've done over the past week, what they have planned for the next week, if they have any roadblocks, and if they need any resources. The roundtable is sometimes followed by open office hours if anyone has additional questions or discussions.  

Title:
SCV/OEB SSIT Chapter and ISTAS25 follow-up
Date:
February 24th
6:00 PM (1.5 hours)
Location:
Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation (SCDI), Santa Clara University
Santa Clara, CA
Abstract:

Feb 24 6PM-7:30PM Member/Open Meeting at Santa Clara University - with Pizza:

As we progress into 2026, we begin with our SCV/OEB SSIT Chapter and ISTAS25 follow-up on 24 February, 2026, from 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm in an hybrid mode. This is a member/open meeting at Santa Clara University to share information on the SSIT Chapter Officer Election Status and to  encourage others to formally join our SSIT Chapter as part of their IEEE Membership.  Moreover, it will also function as  the ISTAS25 follow-up to explore the possibility of a Special ISTAS25 Issue of Technology & Society periodical/magazine and to plan for future SSIT events.  

Title:
The Making of a Chip: Technology, Tools, and Careers
Date:
February 24th
6:00 PM (2.5 hours)
Location:
6000 J Street
Sacramento, CA
Abstract:

Specification to Silicon is an introductory technical and career-focused session designed to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the complete ASIC development lifecycle. The event will guide attendees through each critical phase of chip creation, starting from system and ASIC/VLSI specifications, progressing through design and verification, and concluding with post-silicon validation.

Participants will gain insights into how real-world requirements are translated into silicon-ready designs, the role of RTL design and functional verification, and the importance of validation after fabrication to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance. In addition to the technical flow, the session will highlight current industry practices, tools, and skills required at each stage of the semiconductor lifecycle.

The event will also focus on career opportunities for graduates in the semiconductor industry, outlining various job roles such as ASIC/VLSI design engineer, verification engineer, validation engineer, and related entry-level positions. Industry expectations, essential skill sets, and career pathways will be discussed to help students and early-career professionals prepare for roles in chip design and development.

This session is ideal for engineering students and graduates who are interested in understanding ASIC/VLSI design workflows and exploring career opportunities in the semiconductor domain.

Title:
IEEE San Diego Section Life Member Affinity Group Monthly Meeting - February 24, 2026
Date:
February 24th
6:06 PM (2.0 hours)
Location:
124 Solna Hills Drive
Solana Beach, CA
Abstract:

Meeting Announcement: San Diego IEEE Life Members Affinity Group – Tuesday, February 24, 6 pm

Join us for our upcoming gathering!

We are pleased to announce the next meeting of the San Diego IEEE Life Members Affinity Group. All members are warmly invited to join us for an evening of camaraderie, conversation, and connection.  This will be an in person meeting.

Meeting Details

·       Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026

·       Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

·       Location: Crust Pizzeria

·       124 Solana Hills Dr.

·       Solana Beach, CA 92075

·       Phone: 858.356.9925

 

Speaker: Dr. Stan Rifkin, Topic: The Future of Electronics at the Subatomic Particle (Quantum) Level

 

We encourage all San Diego IEEE Life Members to attend and to bring along any colleagues or friends who may be interested. This is a great opportunity to network, share ideas, and enjoy delicious food in a friendly setting.

 

If you have any questions or require further information, please contact the venue or reach out to Bill Torre, 619-417-9410. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Virtual meeting access will also be provided, below is a Zoom link:

 

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88434602905?pwd=dKLqbKG4GhGegkB5iJuS7NbDPzXuRH.1

 

Meeting ID: 884 3460 2905 Passcode: 151647

 

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Title:
Tech Talk: Emotional Intelligence in AI
Date:
February 24th
7:00 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:

The San Francisco Bay Area chapter of the IEEE Computer Society invites to our free and open Virtual Tech Talks (no IEEE membership required):

Speaker: Dr.K.Venkata Nagendra (Connect on LinkedIn)

Title: Emotional Intelligence in AI

Abstract: AI emotional intelligence, also known as emotion AI or affective computing, is the ability of AI to detect, interpret, and simulate human emotions using through facial expressions, body language, voice tone and other cues. While AI can analyze emotional cues and even generate responses that seem empathetic, it lacks true consciousness, empathy, and personal experience, which are fundamental to genuine emotional intelligence. Instead of replacing human emotional intelligence, AI serves as a tool that can enhance it by providing insights, analyzing data at scale, and creating more natural human-machine interactions. AI technology uses various methods to recognize and respond to human emotions, including: Facial Recognition Technology is used to analyze facial expressions and detect emotions such as happiness, sadness, anger, and fear. This technology uses algorithms to analyze facial features such as the shape of the mouth, eyes, and eyebrows. And another one, Voice Recognition Technology is used to analyze the tone and pitch of a person's voice to detect emotions such as happiness, sadness, and anger. This technology uses machine learning algorithms to analyze speech patterns and identify emotional cues. The Benefits of Emotional Intelligence in AI, Creating More Meaningful Interactions between Humans and Machines, Enhanced education, shaping the Future of AI.

Bio: Dr. Kolluru Venkata Nagendra,  graduated from Sri Venkateswara University in Tirupathi with a bachelor's degree in computer science. He later graduated from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University in Hyderabad with a master's degree in computer applications. After that, he graduated from Acharya Nagarjuna University in Guntur with a Master of Technology in Computer Science and Engineering. Additionally, he graduated from Vikrama Simhapuri University in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh, with a Ph.D. in computer science. He graduated from Srinivasa University in Mangalore with a PDF (Post Doctoral Fellowship) in CSE. In addition to writing numerous computer science textbooks, Dr. Nagendra is the author of more than 70 research papers that have been published in journals with UGC and Scopus indexes. He served as a judge and reviewer for numerous conferences and journals. Having worked at several engineering colleges for more than 17 years, he is currently employed SRKR Engineering College, Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh. His research interests encompass Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Data Mining.

Title:
IEEE OC PES Chapter Planning Meeting - Feb 25th 2026
Date:
February 25th
12:00 PM (1 hour)
Location:
Applied Innovation Building
Irvine, CA
Abstract:

This is an in-person planning meeting for PES ExCom 

  

Title:
Next-Gen Healing: Designed by Algorithms.
Date:
February 26th
12:00 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Advances in intelligent computing are redefining how we discover therapeutics and engineer regenerative tissues. This talk presents two complementary, algorithm-driven approaches aimed at transforming treatments for neurological and skeletal disorders. First, we introduce a computational peptidomics pipeline that mines genomic data to identify precursor sequences encoding neuroactive peptides, which are key modulators of signal transmission that bind heptahelical receptors. Traditional peptide discovery is slow and serendipitous; our algorithms predict peptide maturation pathways, including post-translational modifications, and pair these predictions with a high-sensitivity assay capable of detecting receptor-generated second messengers such as InsPs and cAMP. This integrated strategy has yielded promising peptide-based drug candidates for Parkinson’s disease and Osteoporosis, now advancing through animal testing. Parallel to this, we present a bioengineering framework for creating biomimetic, biocompatible bone scaffolds. Using uCT images of osteoporotic bone, we design and 3D-print trabecular structures optimized for both mechanical strength and osteoconductivity, addressing limitations of current synthetic scaffolds. These engineered matrices, enhanced by the osteogenic Calcitonin Receptor Fragment Peptide, support robust osteoblast growth and functional bone formation. Together, these innovations illustrate how algorithmic design and intelligent technologies can accelerate next-generation healing, from molecular therapeutics to regenerative tissues.

Title:
IEEE PES/IAS Lecture: Shaping the Future of Electronics through Nano-Engineered Materials
Date:
February 26th
5:00 PM (1.2 hours)
Abstract:


Nano-engineered materials are opening new pathways toward sustainable, high-performance electronic and sensing technologies. This talk presents a comprehensive overview of nanomaterial-based sensor systems and flexible optoelectronic devices, highlighting how structural and interfacial engineering at the nanoscale enables enhanced functionality. The discussion begins with the fundamentals of nanomaterials, including carbon dots and nanocomposites, emphasizing their high surface-to-volume ratio, quantum confinement, and tunable electronic properties. Room-temperature gas sensors based on MoS2–CuO nanocomposites will be presented, demonstrating sensitive and selective acetone detection through engineered heterojunction band alignment. A paper-based enzymatic chemiresistor for point-of-care ethanol breath detection will illustrate the integration of nanomaterials into low-cost, portable healthcare platforms. The talk further explores carbon-dot-decorated ZnO nanorod Schottky diodes fabricated on flexible paper substrates for self-powered UV photodetection. The enhanced rectification behavior, photovoltaic response, and mechanical durability demonstrate the potential of nano-engineered interfaces for flexible and energy-efficient optoelectronics. Collectively, these studies showcase how rational nanomaterial design, interface engineering, and device integration are shaping the next generation of sustainable electronics.

About the Speaker:

Dr. Nirmal Roy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) Allahabad, India. He received his Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati, and his M.Tech. in Microelectronics and VLSI Design from MNNIT Allahabad. His research focuses on nanoelectronics, 2D nanomaterials, gas and biosensors, IoT, POCT devices, optoelectronic devices, flexible electronics, supercapacitors, and VLSI design. Dr. Roy has published extensively in leading international journals, including IEEE Sensors Journal, Chemical Engineering Journal, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, Langmuir, Journal of Alloys & Compounds, Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, Microsystems & Nanoengineering, Optical Materials, Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, Material Science & Engineering: B, Physica Scripta, etc. He holds two granted Indian patents and has delivered several invited talks at conferences and academic forums. He actively serves as a reviewer for reputed international journals across IEEE, Elsevier, ACS, IOP, and Springer publications.

Title:
IEEE/CN - February 2026 Meeting (Away) "SD Hardware Meetup: Hardware for Defense"
Date:
February 26th
5:00 PM (2.5 hours)
Location:
Downtown Works - Coworking Office Space Mission Valley
San Diego, CA
Abstract:

Thursday, February 26, 2026

5:00pm – 7:30 pm

 

SD IEEE Consultants' Network: February 2026 Meeting ("Away Game")

SD Hardware Meetup: Hardware for Defense

 

This month we will join the SD Hardware Meetup at Downtown Works Mission Valley.

SD Hardware Meetup is part of a national organization bringing together a community of people building physical products and hardware, from designers, founders, engineers, investors, and more, everyone is welcome. In addition to networking, there will be two speakers discussing their respective technologies in defense tech and dual use.

 

 

Please sign up here: https://eventship.com/event/8th-sd-hardware-meetup-downtown-works-mission-valley-hardware-for-defense

 

Optionally, but please also sign up below

And Meetup here: https://www.meetup.com/san-diego-ieee-meetup/events/313177847

 

When:
Thursday, February 26, 2026
5:00pm - 7:30pm

COST:
Free

PARKING:
Free Onsite Parking

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Title:
Caffeinate & Connect: Interviewing 101
Date:
February 26th
5:30 PM (2 hours)
Location:
1411 E Mission Ave
Spokane, WA
Abstract:

Join us as students present their Rising Stars Conference experience! Students from Eastern Washington University and Gonzaga University attended Rising Stars, a conference dedicated to students and young professionals. For many of them, this was their first conference experience. Come listen as students give perspective on what they learned, and what they look forward to as they enter industry.

Title:
Engineering Week Awards Mixer / NASA's NISAR Mission Talk
Date:
February 26th
6:00 PM (2.5 hours)
Location:
Hub101 - Cal Lutheran Center for Entrepreneurship
Westlake Village, CA
Abstract:

Join us for an exciting Lecture on NASA's NISAR Mission, Scholarship Awards and free dinner from Stonefire Grill. Welcome to the Engineering Week Awards Mixer at Hub101 - Cal Lutheran Center for Entrepreneurship! Join us on February 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM for a night of celebration and inspiration. During the event, we will have a special talk on NASA's NISAR Mission by expert in the field. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about NASA's flagship Earthscience Mission!

This event is hosted by IEEE BV Section and promises to be a fun and informative evening. Come network with fellow engineers and enthusiasts in a welcoming environment. Mark your calendars and get ready for an exciting night! We can't wait to see you there.

Event is free but registration is required.

Title:
Critical Aerodynamics and Flight Dynamics Challenges of Mars Rotorcraft
Date:
February 26th
6:45 PM (1.2 hours)
Abstract:

Operating rotorcraft in the thin Martian atmosphere presents unique aerodynamic and flight dynamics challenges—first addressed during NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter mission in 2021. This seminar reviews these challenges for both current and future Mars rotorcraft. Topics include the characteristics of the Martian aerodynamic regime, Earth-based testing approaches, and Ingenuity’s flight dynamics validation on Mars.

Future rotorcraft concepts will be significantly larger and more complex than Ingenuity’s coaxial design. Multi-rotor configurations introduce additional modeling difficulties, particularly in accurately capturing rotor wake interactions without resorting to computationally expensive blade-resolved CFD. To address this, the seminar will also discuss the application of the Viscous Vortex Particle Method (VVPM) as a mid-fidelity tool for simulating rotor wakes in Mars rotorcraft.

Title:
Tour of Puget Sound Energy's Load Office (Control Center)
Date:
February 27th
12:00 PM (1.5 hours)
Location:
Puget Sound Energy Load Office
Redmond, WA
Cost:
Admission fee may apply
Abstract:

IEEE-PES Seattle and Puget Sound Energy (PSE) are hosting a tour of PSE's transmission control center ("Load Office") in Redmond, WA. This control center is one of many centers PSE uses to monitor and control the generation and transmission of electricity on PSE's electrical grid, and ensure reliable service to PSE's 1.2 million electrical customers. Participants will have the opportunity to see the Load Office in person, learn about day-to-day and emergency operations, and speak with control center operators.

NOTE: VALID, GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTO ID IS REQUIRED TO ENTER THE FACILITY. ALL ATTENDEES MUST BRING A VALID, GOVERNMENT ISSUED PHOTO ID TO THE TOUR IN ORDER TO ENTER THE CONTROL ROOM. Parking is limited at this location - carpooling or ridesharing are encouraged. For more information on what a typical transmission control center looks like, here are some examples of other utility control rooms in New York and Texas:Take a look inside National Grid's Transmission Control CenterERCOT Control Room Video
Title:
Eastern Idaho Engineering Week Banquet
Date:
February 27th
6:00 PM (2 hours)
Location:
Manwaring Center
Rexburg, ID
Cost:
Admission fee may apply
Abstract:

Come join us for a banquet dinner to celebrate engineering in Eastern Idaho!

Hosted by Brigham Young University - Idaho, the Idaho American Nuclear Society, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and Eastern Idaho Section of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers have come together in a joint effort to organize an Engineering week banquet. 

Many of you are aware that Eastern Idaho is growing and growing fast! It will be thanks to many of the engineering community's efforts that this growth is possible. Many other engineering disciplines are seeing incredible growth as well, especially our friends from INL as they help advance nuclear reactors, power generation, and grid management. We came together to organize this event as our way to say thank you for all your efforts in whatever field you serve. While our funds didn't allow us to make the event free, we tried to make it as cheap as possible for you.

We look forward to seeing professionals and future professionals alike join us for a wonderful evening of camaraderie and community!

 

For information on where to park on the BYU-I Campus, the parking lots outlined in green are available for parking after 5PM. The Manwaring Center is outlined in red.

Title:
Speaker Series Event
Date:
March 2nd
5:00 PM (1 hour)
Location:
Stanford, CA
Abstract:

As part of the Stanford IEEE continuing Speaker Series throughout the year.

Title:
Open Source FPGA Projects Roundtable
Date:
March 3rd
10:00 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Zoom call hosted by Open Research Institute (ORI). IEEE members and guests are welcome. This is a technical roundtable of FPGA projects from the Open Source hardware community. Participants report what they've done over the past week, what they have planned for the next week, if they have any roadblocks, and if they need any resources. The roundtable is sometimes followed by open office hours if anyone has additional questions or discussions.  

Title:
SusTech Talk March 2026 - Sand-Like Particles for High-Temperature Thermal Energy Storage
Date:
March 3rd
6:00 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:
“Sand-Like Particles for High-Temperature Thermal Energy Storage: Enabling a Resilient Renewable Energy Future”

with Shin Young Jeong, faculty member of the Center for Advanced Turbomachinery and Energy Research, University of Central Florida.

Date/Time: Tuesday, March 3, 6pm - 7 pm Pacific Time

Abstract:

The transition to renewable energy has increased the need for reliable, large-scale storage to balance intermittent generation with continuous demand. Thermal energy storage (TES) offers a cost-effective solution by capturing excess energy as heat and releasing it when needed, supporting long-duration storage and grid stability. Unlike batteries, TES can scale to industrial levels, provide process heat, and deliver electricity through power cycles. Recent advances use abundant, low-cost materials such as sand-like particles serving as both heat transfer media and storage. This talk will highlight emerging TES technologies and their role in a resilient, decarbonized energy future.

 

Title:
IEEE-USA Livestream Webinar: Beyond the Application: How Strategic Networking Unlocks the Hidden Job Market
Date:
March 4th
11:00 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

In today’s saturated job market, submitting applications alone is rarely enough. This session explores advanced job-search strategies that go beyond online postings, with a focus on purposeful networking that leads to real conversations, referrals, and opportunities. Participants will learn how to identify the right people to connect with, how to approach networking in a professional and authentic way, and how to position themselves for roles that may never be publicly advertised. This webinar is designed to help job-seeking professionals compete effectively in a highly crowded market.

 

Title:
IEEE OC PES/IAS Chapter ExCom Meeting - March 4th 2026, MOVED ON-LINE
Date:
March 4th
6:00 PM (0 minute)
Abstract:

IEEE Orange County PES/IAS Chapter's ExCom meeting

All IEEE OC PES/IAS Chapter members are requested to attend this meeting. 

To AVOID unauthorized attendance you MUST REGISTER for this event so that you can be sent the meeting link.

 

The zoom link is given below: 

Topic: IEEE OC PES/IAS ExCom meeting
Time: Mar 4, 2026 06:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://tae.zoom.us/j/86949880492?pwd=UP0LCD1qQXesboqCIbnbSagUtVOyKf.1

 

Meeting ID: 869 4988 0492
Passcode: 228799

Title:
IEEE PES SEATTLE EXCOM MEETING
Date:
March 4th
8:00 PM (1 hour)
Abstract:

EXCOM Meeting for IEEE PES Seattle Officers 

Title:
2026 CES Download - Tom Coughlin and Avery Lu, March 5th, 2026
Date:
March 5th
5:30 PM (2.5 hours)
Location:
440 N. Wolfe Road, Suite 71,
Sunnyvale,, CA
Abstract:

This is the annual IEEE SFBA Consumer Technology Society (CTSoc) event providing a summary of the latest and unique tech innovations from the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. CES's focus has expanded beyond consumer electronic devices to many categories including wearables, smart homes, robotics, drones, medical and healthcare devices, etc.

 

Speakers:

Tom Coughlin: President, Coughlin Associates

2024 IEEE President & IEEE Fellow, Tom is a world-renowned digital storage expert and industry analyst. Having served as the global leader of IEEE, he brings unparalleled insight into the hardware and infrastructure driving the latest consumer trends.

 

Avery Lu: Partner & Head of Business Development, Aventurine Capital Group

2025-2026 Chair of the IEEE Santa Clara Valley Section Avery is a seasoned venture capitalist and deep-tech executive. His expertise in semiconductors and AI allows him to identify the startups and technologies with the highest potential for commercial success and market disruption.

 

This will be a hybrid event (in-person and online), and the room has limited capacity. Register early, do not miss this event to get a glance into the future of consumer technologies. Previous CES Download and other meeting slides and recordings are available for viewing at

https://site.ieee.org/scv-ces/recent-events/.

 

In-Person joining locations -

Plug and Play Tech Center, Sunnyvale, San Francisco Room

440 N. Wolfe Road, Suite 71, Sunnyvale, California, United States 94085

 

Online Webex joining links -

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Don't miss this opportunity to get a first-hand glance into the future of consumer technology from two of Silicon Valley's most respected voices.

Title:
From Idaho to the Moon: Building the Future of Intelligent Robotic Mapping
Date:
March 5th
5:30 PM (1.5 hours)
Location:
Micron Center for Materials Research (MCMR)
Boise, ID
Abstract:

Annika Thomas is a Ph.D. candidate at MIT whose work lies at the intersection of robotics, computer vision, and spatial intelligence. After beginning her academic path in Idaho at Renaissance High School and The College of Idaho, she went on to study mathematics, physics, and engineering through a dual-degree program at Columbia University, then to MIT. Over the course of her studies, she has contributed to astrophysics research, rocket propulsion, and the design and deployment of satellites currently in orbit, and she has worked in field robotics labs around the globe.

Her current research focuses on developing photorealistic, semantically rich, and shareable map representations for autonomous robots using Gaussian Splatting and multi-modal sensor fusion. These structured world models enable multi-agent mapping, loop closure, and planetary-scale localization. Applications range from terrestrial robotic perception to lunar surface mapping for upcoming space missions with NASA.

Her journey illustrates how a STEM career can unfold from small-town beginnings to cutting-edge global research. Alongside her technical work, she is committed to clear and accessible scientific communication, which has led her to share ideas on collaborative robotics for lunar and Martian exploration through TEDx talks and international presentations across four continents. Annika ultimately aims to launch her own lab centered on intelligent mapping and embodied AI while contributing to a more inclusive culture for women in STEM.

The talk is co-hosted by the following organizational units in the IEEE Boise Section:

IEEE Boise Communications Society/Robotics & Automation Society/Signal Processing Joint Chapter
IEEE Boise Computer Society Chapter
IEEE Boise Women In Engineering Affinity Group
IEEE Boise Young Professional Affinity Group
IEEE Boise State University Student Branch

This talk is free and open to the public. Registration is optional but helps us plan the headcount.

Title:
Open Source FPGA Projects Roundtable
Date:
March 10th
10:00 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Zoom call hosted by Open Research Institute (ORI). IEEE members and guests are welcome. This is a technical roundtable of FPGA projects from the Open Source hardware community. Participants report what they've done over the past week, what they have planned for the next week, if they have any roadblocks, and if they need any resources. The roundtable is sometimes followed by open office hours if anyone has additional questions or discussions.  

Title:
The FPGA: 40 Years of Change
Date:
March 10th
7:00 PM (2 hours)
Location:
925 Thompson Place
Sunnyvale, CA
Abstract:

This is a hybrid in-person and online event. Pre-registration is required for either.

In 1984, the Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) was invented at Silicon Valley startup Xilinx by its co-founder Ross Freeman. It was not an obviously good technology as it had serious drawbacks in speed, cost, power, and capacity.  However, its novel design transformed the technology industry as it rode the wave of Moore’s Law. As this transformation was not a straight road, companies that did not recognize fundamental industry changes created by the FPGA fell by the wayside.  If companies did not stretch to find new uses for this technology, or did not deploy its resources in building a new ecosystem, they also failed.

Xilinx’s FPGA invention led to the major industry transformation of the Fabless semiconductor model, and step-by-step Xilinx navigated this field of potential failure. These steps tell of a company growing from a hyper-lean adrenaline-driven startup to a multi-billion-dollar success story. Not every step was correct, and certainly there was some luck.  However, considerable effort was required to achieve that luck, and even more effort to capitalize on it.

In this talk, IEEE Fellow Steve Trimberger will discuss change: the changing value of semiconductor scaling, the changing needs of EDA, the changing barriers to entry, the changing application of the technology, and the changing role of consultants and corporate relationships over the course of many years. These changes got us to 2026 – what change is next?

Please note that an IEEE Milestone for the FPGA will be dedicated on Thu, March 12. Information about attending its dedication online will be available soon.

Title:
IEEE-USA Livestream Webinar: Put Your Retirement Plan to Work
Date:
March 11th
11:00 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Will discuss the value of your company 401k, matching, options when retiring or leaving your company, investment options outside of your 401k and lastly a recap of market conditions

 

Title:
A Scalp-EEG Tool for Epilepsy Diagnosis: Getting Patients the Right Answers, Faster
Date:
March 11th
11:30 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Every year, over one million people in the U.S. rush to the emergency room after experiencing their first seizure or seizure-like event. For many, the journey that follows is frustrating and uncertain. Epilepsy is notoriously difficult to diagnose - so much so that nearly 30% of patients receive the wrong diagnosis. The most common mistake? Being told they have epilepsy when they do not. These misdiagnosed patients spend months or even years trying ineffective medications, enduring unnecessary side effects, and living with the fear of seizures they don’t actually have only to later discover they have a completely different condition. Why is diagnosing epilepsy so difficult? Unlike other diseases, there has been no reliable biomarker. Our team has identified an EEG-based biomarker for epilepsy, a game-changing discovery that is currently being tested in three major epilepsy centers across the U.S. This new tool, EpiScalp, has the potential to revolutionize epilepsy diagnosis, ensuring patients receive the right answers and the right treatment from their very first visit to a neurologist.

Title:
Projected Field Electromagnets for Controllable Magnetic Field at a Point
Date:
March 11th
6:30 PM (1.5 hours)
Location:
1120 Ringwood Ct.
San Jose, CA
Abstract:

Ian Walker of GMW Associates will review the development of projected-field electromagnets for device testing.

Title:
March 2026 Networking Night - IEEE Orange County Section
Date:
March 11th
6:30 PM (2 hours)
Location:
Sgt. Pepperoni's Pizza Store
Irvine, CA
Abstract:

Join us for delicious pizza from Sgt Pepperoni's Pizza Store and meet other IEEE members in person at our monthly networking event in Irvine! There will be Senior IEEE members who can provide endorsement for members looking for senior membership. Please register with your IEEE #. There will be both meat and vegetarian pizza. If you have any projects, please bring them along!

Group photo - October 2025: https://r6.ieee.org/ocs/2025/10/october-2025-ieee-day-celebration/

Title:
Seattle EMC and AP/ED/MTT Joint Chapter Half-Day Workshop on EMC and Aerospace Measurement Challenges
Date:
March 12th
1:00 PM (4 hours)
Location:
2-122
Seattle, WA
Abstract:

 

TECHNICAL PROGRAM

This program is dedicated to the memory of Omar Zubi, Boeing's longtime EMC Lab Manager, who passed away suddenly on January 31, 2026.

 

EMC Challenges for ‘New Space’ Small Satellite Development

By Russell Carroll, EMI/EMC Consulting Engineer, EMI Sleuth, El Segundo, CA, USA

Abstract: This presentation discusses EMC challenges seen by engineers in the ‘new space’ world of small satellite development. These challenges include non-standardized launch vehicle and host interface requirements, unspecified lightning protection requirements, and schedule constraints on EMC testing and development. Technical challenges include power and signal isolation, crosstalk from long pigtails in wire harnesses, limited physical space for filters and shielding, and large apertures in the vehicle faraday cage.

Speaker Biography: Russell Carroll is a consulting engineer with extensive experience in the analysis, design, and testing of electromagnetic effects on units and systems including space satellites and industrial electronics. His research is focused on developing useful analysis tools and methods for unit and system level EMC analysis. Mr. Carroll is a registered Professional Engineer and an iNARTE certified EMC Engineer. He received the B.S. and M.S. degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2013 and 2014. He may be reached at russell@emisleuth.com.

CISPR and ANSC C63® Overview on Site Validation Measurements from 18 GHz to 40 GHz - Latest Advances in EMC Test Site Evaluation Using Advanced Antenna Measurement Techniques

By Zhong Chen, Chief Engineer, ETS-Lindgren, Cedar Park, Texas, USA

Abstract: This presentation introduces a novel approach for EMC chamber validation beyond 18 GHz, currently under consideration in ANSI C63 and CISPR standards. By integrating Cylindrical Mode Filtered Site Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (CMF SVSWR) with Compressed Sensing (CS), we address inherent challenges in traditional SVSWR methods, such as inconsistency and slow data acquisition. CMF SVSWR utilizes circular path measurements and mode domain post-processing to discern antenna and chamber reflections, crucial for comprehensive VSWR analysis. Compressed Sensing, a data-driven machine learning technique, exploits signal sparsity to reconstruct data from fewer randomly sampled measurement points, thereby reducing test times and eliminating the need for precise turntable positioning.

Speaker Biography: Zhong Chen is Chief Engineer at ETS-Lindgren, located in Cedar Park, Texas. He has more than 25 years of experience in RF testing, anechoic chamber design, as well as EMC antenna and field probe design and measurements. He is an active member of the ANSC C63® committee currently serving as Vice-Chair and is the immediate past Chair of Subcommittee 1 which is responsible for the antenna calibration (ANSI C63.5) and chamber/test site validation standards (ANSI C63.4 and the ANSI C63.25 series). Mr. Chen is chair of the IEEE Standard 1309 committee responsible for developing calibration standards for field probes, and IEEE Standard 1128 for absorber evaluation. He is a former member of the IEEE EMC Society Board of Governors and the Antenna Measurement Techniques Association (AMTA) Board of Directors. He is a past Distinguished Lecturer for the EMC Society and is recognized as an AMTA Fellow. His research interests include measurement uncertainty, time domain measurements for site validation and antenna calibration, and development of novel RF absorber materials. Several papers authored and co-authored by Mr. Chen have received best paper recognition at global conferences. Zhong Chen received his M.S.E.E. degree in Electromagnetics from the Ohio State University at Columbus. He may be reached at zhong.chen@ets-lindgren.com.

EMC Lab Tour and Demo Overview

By Dennis Lewis, The Boeing Company, and Zhong Chen, ETS-Lindgren

Abstract: Dennis will provide an overview of Boeing's EMC lab test capabilities and what people will see on the exclusive tour. Zhong will provide an overview of the LIVE demo showing the Cylindrical Mode Filtered SVSWR (CMF SVSWR) measurement technique. CMF SVSWR is measured by placing the transmit antenna (typically a low gain omni-directional antenna) at the edge of the turntable and performing a single cut vector pattern measurement. The vector S21 as a function of turntable angle at each frequency is transformed to the spectrum domain, where a filter can be applied to mathematically remove the chamber effects. The SVSWR is derived by comparing the original pattern in the chamber to the “clean” filtered pattern. This CMF SVSWR provides a more comprehensive evaluation of the EMC chamber quiet zone and can be readily measured without any special positioning fixtures. The demonstration will show an entire measurement process including the post processing which can be performed in real time.  This new measurement technique is under consideration for the new draft standard ANSI C63.25.3 under development by the ANSC C63® committee for EMC test sites from 18 GHz to 40 GHz.

Title:
IEEE Foothill YP & Members: Pi Day Pizza & Networking Mixer
Date:
March 14th
12:00 PM (2 hours)
Location:
1 N Indian Hill Blvd
Claremont, CA
Abstract:

 

Join the IEEE Foothill Section for a casual "Pi Day" Pizza & Mixer in Claremont!

Since it’s March 14th (3.14), we are celebrating the best way engineers know how—with circular food and great conversation. This event is all about direct connection, bringing together Students, Young Professionals (YP), and Section Members for a lunch of informal networking and community building.

There is no formal agenda or presentation—just a space for our local engineering community to meet face-to-face and celebrate Pi Day together.

What to bring/expect:

  • Networking: Shake hands and meet the people driving technology in the Foothill area.

  • Career Growth: Bring your resume or digital contact info if you're looking for feedback or new opportunities.

  • Advice: Students and recent grads are encouraged to come and ask seasoned professionals for career insights.

  • Community: Find out how to get more involved with the IEEE Foothill Section.

 

Please RSVP by registering so we can get an accurate headcount for the space. We look forward to seeing you there!

Title:
IEEE MOVE USA - 10th Anniversary Townhall
Date:
March 17th
6:30 AM (1.5 hours)
Abstract:

Come join us for MOVE’s 10th Anniversary Town Hall Meeting—a special opportunity to celebrate a decade of impact and hear from leaders shaping the future of MOVE.

Featured speakers include:

  • Mary Ellen Randall, MOVE Founder & IEEE President

  • Barry Tilton, IEEE-USA President

  • Brad Kieserman, Vice President, Disaster Operations & Logistics, American Red Cross National Headquarters

  • MOVE Global and Local Leads: Francisco Carrero, Loretta Arellano, and Sadhana Attavar, highlighting key achievements from 2025 and what’s ahead in 2026

Learn more about MOVE’s 10-year journey, upcoming milestones, and the celebrations planned throughout the anniversary year. We hope you’ll join us for this engaging and informative event.

Title:
Open Source FPGA Projects Roundtable
Date:
March 17th
10:00 AM (1 hour)
Abstract:

Zoom call hosted by Open Research Institute (ORI). IEEE members and guests are welcome. This is a technical roundtable of FPGA projects from the Open Source hardware community. Participants report what they've done over the past week, what they have planned for the next week, if they have any roadblocks, and if they need any resources. The roundtable is sometimes followed by open office hours if anyone has additional questions or discussions.  

63 meetings. Generated Monday, February 16 2026, at 9:36:06 AM. All times America/Los_Angeles