Abstract: In this talk Dr. Nicolas Onofrio will present the Amsterdam Modeling Suite (AMS), a powerful software package for atomistic simulations across diverse levels of theory. AMS offers seamless integration with computational engines such as Density Functional Theory, Tight Binding, and Force Fields, making it an invaluable platform for exploring potential energy surfaces (PES) in molecules and periodic systems. Its innovative features include ParAMS, a module to tune atomistic model parameters as well as an active learning workflow for efficient PES exploration. These capabilities enable rapid predictions of material properties and reaction mechanisms, driving advancements in batteries, semiconductors, polymers, and OLEDs. With an intuitive Python interface, AMS empowers researchers to automate workflows, screen materials, and optimize critical properties, providing a comprehensive toolkit for accelerating innovation in chemistry and materials science. More infos at https://www.scm.com/ Co-sponsored by: Dr. Luiz Felipe Aguinsky Postdoctoral Fellow Computational Nanoelectronics Group Integrated Systems Laboratory, ETH Zurich ETZ H 69, Gloriastrasse 35 8092 Zurich Switzerland Agenda: Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/471782

Mechanical & Electrical Renovations and Energy Saving Upgrades, Pennsylvania Convention Center Presented by Stephen Shepper, Vice President of Engineering, Pennsylvania Convention Center During the tour the attendees will visit two (2) Central Utility Plants that provide chilled water and hot water to the 2,000,000 Square Foot Convention Center and the Reading Terminal Market. Attendees will learn about and observe the Mechanical and Electrical Renovations and learn about the Energy Saving System and how the energy savings are realized and monitored. All attendees must arrive at the PA Convention Center Security Entrance on 13th Street just south of Race Street, by 5:20 PM. Price using PayPal - $5.00 FOR RESERVATIONS GO TO: http://www.pspe-philly.org Agenda: Registration / sign-in: 5:00 PM to 5:20 PM Walking Tour: 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM Room: Security Entrance on 13th Street, Bldg: PA Convention Center, 1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19107

Special Presentation by Dr. Deepak Kataria (Ericsson, USA) Hosted by the Future Networks Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML) Working Group Date/Time: Thursday, 6 March 2025 @ 6 PM EST Topic: Leveraging Intent-Driven rApps for Intelligent RAN Automation Abstract: The evolution of service management and orchestration (SMO) in O-RAN has unlocked new possibilities for automating RAN operations. Intent-driven rApps are at the forefront of this transformation, enabling service providers to seamlessly evolve, deploy, and optimize networks with unprecedented efficiency. By abstracting complexity and leveraging intent-based automation, these rApps empower service providers to align network operations with dynamic business demands, fostering agility and innovation. This keynote will explore the transformative potential of rApps in achieving autonomous RAN management, emphasizing SDKs and solution frameworks that drive developer success. Additionally, it will highlight strategies for resolving conflicts and ensuring seamless collaboration across independent automation processes, paving the way for the next era of intelligent network management. Speaker: [] Deepak Kataria has over 25 years’ experience in telco, data networking, and cloud computing domains with the unique distinction of working in technical leadership roles at AT&T Bell Labs, Lucent Technologies, Fujitsu, Agere Systems, and LSI. He co-founded IPJunction Inc in 2009 consulting telco clients on new solution opportunities, target markets, product management consulting and ecosystem partnerships. Currently, he serves as the Principal Solution Consultant for Ericsson working on AT&T’s cloud native network transformation, Cloud RAN and SMO projects. He served as Chair of IEEE Princeton Central Jersey Section from 2020-2022, General Chair of IEEE Sarnoff Symposium between 2015-2019 and co-leads the IEEE Future Network Initiative’s Working Group on AI/ML. He holds B.S. in Electronics and Communications Engineering, and pursued M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Rutgers University, New Jersey. He completed Harvard’s Emerging Leaders professional program on virtual leadership covering strategy, customer focus, corporate governance, and innovation. Co-sponsored by: Future Networks Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML) Working Group Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/466498

Prof Ali Hessami (Director of R&D and Innovation at Vega Systems) will present “Climate Change, from Fundamentals to Smart Solutions” at 6pm (UTC) / 1pm EST on 06 March 2025 (re-scheduled from 20 Feb). Click (https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/fixedtime.html?msg=SSIT+Lecture%3A+Climate+Change%2C+from+Fundamentals+to+Smart+Solutions&iso=20250306T18&p1=78&ah=1). IEEE UK and Ireland SSIT Chapter and SSIT IST-Africa SIGHT are cooperating with a number of IEEE OUs including North Jersey Section SSIT Chapter, Atlanta Section SSIT Chapter, Southeastern Michigan Section Computer Chapter, NJ Coast IM/Computer Joint Chapter, Northwest Florida Computer /Communications Joint Chapter, Lehigh Valley Computer Chapter and Northern Virginia/Baltimore/Washington SSIT Chapter to organise this SSIT Lecture as a joint Webinar on 06 March. Registration IEEE and SSIT Members as well as non-IEEE Members are invited to (https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/462162) and participate. IEEE Members should include their IEEE Membership Number when registering. Access to online Meeting Registered participants will be provided with the link prior to the event. Guest Lecture Focus Prof. Ali Hessami will present the second foundational lecture focused on climate science building on the initial lecture in October 2024 that covered the natural Earth Cycle, Green House effect, Green House Gases, the post-industrial trends in temperature rise etc. This talk is intended to conclude on the scientific fundamentals of climate science and introduce a scientific climate simulator (En-ROADS). The online simulator enables informed users and stakeholders to explore the impact of CO2 and other GHGs emissions on the future global temperature rise through various policy options from variations in the composition of energy supply to transportation electrification, buildings and industry, impact of growth, carbon removal and other sources of greenhouse emissions. Link to Climate Change, the Fundamentals 30 October 2024 https://ieeetv.ieee.org/channels/ssit/climate-change-the-fundamentals Speaker(s): Prof. Ali Hessami, Agenda: 18:00 (UTC) / 13:00 (EST) Welcome and Introduction to Guest Speaker 18:05 Lecture 18:45 Questions and Discussions Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/462162

Regularly scheduled ExCom meeting for the Cleveland Section of IEEE. Agenda: TBD Room: TBD, 2121 Snow Rd, Parma, Ohio, United States, 44234, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/468462

With the new year come a lot of changes to leadership within IEEE sections. Because of this, there are often many new members who might be unaware of the nuances of how to do things such as run a hybrid meeting. Even experienced excom members might not have had formal training in any of these areas or may even enjoy a refresher. This meeting is intended to go over the various specifics of how members can do things such as create meetings in vtools and then run them smoothly in a hybrid format during the time of the event. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/467214