In this insightful presentation, IEEE Region 1 Director Bala Prasanna and IEEE Senior Member Dr. Katherine (Kit) August engage in a meaningful dialogue with one of the most esteemed figures of our time, Nobel Laureate Dr. Robert W. Wilson. At 87, Dr. Wilson remains an active and influential contributor to both technical fields and broader aspects of life. His groundbreaking discovery of the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) 60 years ago continues to be a cornerstone of modern cosmology. In this candid and informal recording, Dr. Wilson, known for his soft-spoken, focused, and passionate demeanor, shares profound insights on a variety of topics. He reflects on the rapid changes occurring in the world and emphasizes the crucial responsibilities of leading research institutions. He advocates for supporting discoveries and inventions that may not provide immediate financial returns but are essential for long-term scientific progress. Dr. Wilson also addresses how today’s younger generations can harness the vast amount of information available to them, leveraging it to drive innovation and knowledge. He highlights the invaluable role of IEEE’s extensive library of technical journals, which serve as a vital resource for researchers and engineers worldwide. This presentation offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a scientific legend, providing valuable lessons on the importance of curiosity, perseverance, and the pursuit of knowledge. It is a testament to how dedicated individuals and institutions can shape a better tomorrow. #IEEEDay #IEEEDay2024 #cosmology #nobelprize Tune in to the livestream on IEEE-USA's YouTube channel on 1 October 2024 at 7PM ET: https://bit.ly/ieeeusa-ieee-day-2024 [] Speaker(s): Dr. Kit August, Bala Prasanna, Dr. Robert W. Wilson Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/436751

As we approach the 2024 election, it is a good time to look forward to Congress' likely agenda next year. Join us on October 1st as IEEE's top staffer in Washington, Russell Harrison, gives us a sneak peak at what we should expect next year, even if we don't yet know who will be in charge. Topics to be covered include an emerging consensus (sort of) on AI regulation, commercial space policy, automation, immigration, and federal support for R&D. Russell has represented IEEE members in Washington for over 20 years and is currently the Managing Director of IEEE-USA. He and his team work directly with the US Congress and Administration to protect our interests and promote technologically sound public policies. 2024 is already looking like a challenging year for technology professionals, but there are pockets of opportunity if we take advantage of them. Join us for a lively discussion on what our government is doing and how we can help our elected leaders get technology policy right. Agenda: 5:00 PM Light Dinner 6:00 PM Presentation 7:30 PM Adjourn Room: Left Side of Community Room, 1822 Mt. Royal Blvd., Glenshaw, Pennsylvania, United States, 15116

October 1, Tuesday, 6~ 8:00 PM Virtual Seminar through IEEE WebEx hosting For program questions, Please email to [email protected] Co-sponsored by: New York Section and Region 1 & Region 2 Computer Society Speaker(s): Mrinal , Agenda: - Event Agenda - Event Agenda: 6:00 PM Opening Remark – IEEE NY Section Chair, Chamara Johnson Welcome - Introduction - (Prof. Ping-Tsai Chung, IEEE New York Section, Vice Chair of Section Activities & Prof. Xin-Zhou Wei, IEEE New York Section, Chair of Student Activities) 6:10 ~7:10 PM (Presentation- Mrinal Karvir, Manager, Intel - Generative AI) 7:10 PM Q/A Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/430850

This talk highlights the next generation of wireless power transfer (WPT) network concept that is scalable, safe, and efficient and can be deployed in a UAS by incorporating waveform engineering, electromechanical beamforming, integrated phased-array antenna, and transmitter (TX)/receiver (RX) co-design. Although interest in radiative (far-field) WPT using beamforming has been growing rapidly because of its capability to energize a large number of autonomous devices, most of these works are still in the theoretical phase without any practical implementation. This talk presents the implementation of a distributed beamforming network using a bottom-up approach (from the antenna to the inter-connected network) that is highly important for addressing the challenges associated with a dynamically changing environment. Practical system-level implementation strategies and multi-scale and multi-technique approaches to building a resilient WPT network for UAVs will be discussed. First, the challenges associated with the dual approach of electrical beamforming and the mechanical steering of the TX antennas to maximize the RF-RF link efficiency will be discussed. Secondly, an investigation of the efficient rectifier circuitry designed on-chip as well as commercial off-the-shelf components (COTS) to maximize the power conversion efficiency RF-DC efficiency will be presented. Finally, future research directions on increasing the power transfer distance to scale up the amount of power delivered to the load for the proposed wireless power beaming network system will be highlighted. Co-sponsored by: Ali Daneshmand Speaker(s): Ifana, Agenda: Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/428457