Banquet Sponsorships and Congratulatory Ads Sponsorships underwrite IEEE Student Scholarships, and this evening’s Awards & Banquet Program Book. Sponsorships will be featured in the Awards Banquet Program Book. Your Company has the opportunity to promote your products & services while supporting this great organization & the achievements of this year’s award winners! Submit your ad or corporate listing information today! Agenda: Gold Sponsor: $680 - Best Value! - Full Page Color Ad (5” W x 8” L) in Awards Program Book - Half Page Digital Editorial or ad in IEEE Phila. Section’s weekly meeting & announcements (4,000+ readers) - Two (2) Dinner Tickets ($180 value) - Prominent Signage at Event, Corporate Logo & name recognition on all pre- & post-event membership announcements & listing on IEEE Phila. Section Website - 6-ft Exhibit Table prominently displayed during IEEE’s pre- and post-dinner reception. - Visibility in all sponsorship mentions (from time of sign-up) - GOLD Sponsorship enhances Silver Sponsorship with 2 two event tickets AND full page ad (vs. ½ page ad)! Silver Sponsor: $500 - Half-Page Color Ad (5” W x 4” L) in Awards Program Book - Half Page Digital Editorial or ad in IEEE Phila. Section’s weekly meeting & announcements (4,000+ readers - Prominent Signage at Event, Corporate Logo & name recognition on all pre- & post-event membership announcements & a listing on the IEEE Philadelphia Section Website - 6-ft Exhibit Table prominently displayed during pre- & post-dinner reception. - Visibility in all sponsorship mentions (from time of sign-up). Exhibitor: $390 Promote your company’s achievements, equipment & services on-site. - 6-ft Exhibit Table prominently displayed during pre- & post-dinner reception - One (1) Dinner Ticket ($90 value) - Your company’s exhibit table will be open to attendees during a pre- & post-dinner reception. - Visibility in all sponsorship mentions (from time of sign-up). Congratulatory Ads: $200 - Congratulations Page in the Awards Program Book Only -- Full page (5” x 8”) $100 - Congratulations Page in the Awards Program Book Only -- Half-page (5” x 4”) Bldg: The Alloy King of Prussia - a DoubleTree by Hilton, 301 W Dekalb Pike, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19406

Join us as we recognize those who have been honored by the Institute and the Philadelphia Section for their contributions. Agenda: Hosted Reception: 4:00 PM, Dinner: 5:00 PM Cost: $90 pp by March 31 | $100 pp after March 31 Registration Deadline: April 9 (Cancellation must be made in writing and received by March 31 in order to receive a refund or not be liable for payment) Dress: Business Attire Bldg: The Alloy King of Prussia - a DoubleTree by Hilton, 301 W. Dekalb Pike, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19406

On Saturday, April 13th, 2024 the IEEE Dayton Section will host its annual awards banquet to honor outstanding achievements of its members. The reception, dinner, and award presentations will be at the Charity Earley Auditorium of the Ponitz Center of Sinclair Community College. During the event, members will also have opportunity to recognize and encourage local middle and high school students for their science fair projects, and Dayton-area graduate students. As a special element of the banquet, the keynote address will be given by prominent engineer Dr. Carrie Root, who wil speak on Work-Life Balance and Generationally Informed Decisions. Parking for the event is in the garage to the Ponitz Center, Sinclair Community College, and guests will receive a parking voucher at the event. The garage entrance is located at the corner of Perry St (N-S) and W. Fourth St (E-W), and the entrance to the Charity Earley Auditorium is at the north side of the garage. The awards to be presented are: - IEEE Dayton Section Harrell V. Noble Award: given to an outstanding candidate who has made significant contributions to the research, development, and/or application of electronic devices or in education, or management in the area of electronic devices. - IEEE Dayton Section Ravi Pallerla Memorial Award for Young Professionals: given to an outstanding young professional in the Dayton Section who has made a significant technology-related contribution in one of the following fields: engineering, business, management, marketing, or law. - IEEE Dayton Section Industrial Energy and Power (PEAL) Award: given to an outstanding IEEE member in the Dayton Section to recognize exceptional contributions in the field of Industry Applications, Power and Energy, or Power Electronics. - IEEE Dayton Section Aerospace and Electronic Systems Society (AES) Award: given to an outstanding IEEE member in the Dayton Section to recognize exceptional contributions in the field of Aerospace and Electronic Systems. - IEEE Dayton Section Photonics Society (PHO) Award: given to an outstanding IEEE member in the Dayton Section to recognize exceptional contributions in the field of Photonics. - IEEE Dayton Section Computer Society (CS) Award: given to an outstanding IEEE member in the Dayton Section to recognize exceptional contributions in the field of Computing. For additional information, contact the event hosts David and Katherine Perez at the link below (Contact Event Host). Speaker(s): Dr. Carrie Root Agenda: 5:30 – 6:00 Registration, Science Fair Projects (middle & high school) & cash bar 6:00 – 6:45 Dinner 6:45 – 7:45 Keynote Speaker 7:45 – 8:45 Award Presentations 8:45 – 9:00 Door Prizes Guests are welcome to remain afterwards until the Center closes at 10:00 pm. Bldg: Ponitz Center , 444 W Third St, Sinclair Community College, Dayton, Ohio, United States, 45402

Adapting to Climate Change: 17th Annual STAR-TIDES Capabilities Demonstration The Annual STAR-TIDES Capabilities Demonstration showcases products and activities of the STAR-TIDES (Sharing To Accelerate Research – Transformative Innovation for Development and Emergency Support) global knowledge-sharing network, The network includes several thousand members engaged in building sustainable resilience, promoting human security, and creating life-changing social and economic activities. STAR-TIDES is coordinated through George Mason University’s Center for Resilient and Sustainable Communities (C-RASC). This year's theme will be Adapting to Climate Change, emphasizing collaborative cross-sector approaches (such as energy + communications) to help communities adapt to the “new normal” of climate change in their region. As Thomas Freidman has pointed out, “it’s not the strongest, fastest, or smartest that survives, but rather the most adaptable.” STAR-TIDES will be held this year at Mason's Arlington campus (Mason Square) (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fsearch%2F3351%2BFairfax%2BDrive%2C%2BArlington%2C%2BVirginia%2B22201%3Fentry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&data=05%7C02%7Cklaskey%40gmu.edu%7C23e2fb24a1f24d03e83508dc281da85e%7C9e857255df574c47a0c00546460380cb%7C0%7C0%7C638429355056690612%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WfM7Ih1baMtiHLaIaJSlucMWp0vb8pybeLmSqr46aXo%3D&reserved=0). Registration is required and is free for attendees. https://secure.touchnet.com/C20788_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1626&SINGLESTORE=true Location: Mason's Arlington campus (Mason Square) (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fmaps%2Fsearch%2F3351%2BFairfax%2BDrive%2C%2BArlington%2C%2BVirginia%2B22201%3Fentry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&data=05%7C02%7Cklaskey%40gmu.edu%7C23e2fb24a1f24d03e83508dc281da85e%7C9e857255df574c47a0c00546460380cb%7C0%7C0%7C638429355056690612%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=WfM7Ih1baMtiHLaIaJSlucMWp0vb8pybeLmSqr46aXo%3D&reserved=0) When: Monday, April 15 09:00AM - Tuesday, April 16 4:PM EDT Agenda:  Monday, April 15th, 2024  7:00 am - 9:00 am Setup displays 9:00 am – 10:00 am: Introductions and Morning Keynote: "From Threat Multiplier to Opportunity Multiplier," Climate Security, Innovation and Leadership for the 21st Century." Sherri W. Goodman, national security executive, public policy leader, board director, and lawyer. The author of the forthcoming book "Threat Multiplier: Climate, Military Leadership, & the Fight for Global Security, Ms. Goodman served as Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (Environmental Security). 10:00 am Displays open 10:00 am – 11:30 am: Panel: Promising Adaptations to Climate Change and Disruptions. Moderator: Sudha Balajapalli, PhD, (College of Science, George Mason University), Natalie Fiertz (Henry L. Stimson Center, Environmental Security Program), Francisco Aquino, (Puerto Rico Science, Technology and Research Trust), Iliad Terra (alfa8) 1130 am – 12:00 pm: Networking---visit exhibits 1200 pm – 1:00 pm: Luncheon Keynote: "Closing the Value-Action Gap: How to Invcentivze the Private Sector to Invest, at Scale, in Climate Resilience." Sharron Mcpherson, senior policy advisor on the intersection of climate, infrastructure and national security, senior adjunct in project finance, co-founder and CEO of Resilience Technologies: 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm: Panel: Empowering Communities through Collaboration (e.g. Power-Comms Cooperatives). Moderator: Linton Wells II, PhD, (founder, STAR-TIDES), Keone Nakoa (Deputy Assistant Secretary, Department of the Interior), Javier Baella (REM COOP, Puerto RIco), Scott Sklar (The Stella Group), Tiffany Perry (FirstNet) 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm: Networking--Visit exhibits  3:30 pm – 4:45 pm: Collaborative Adaptation to Climate Change in Virginia—Jim Kinter (Center for Ocean-Land-Atmosphere (COLA) Studies), Leah Nichols (Institute for a Sustainable Earth), Demetra McBride (Arlington), Bob Lazaro (Northern Virginia Regional Commission—NVRC)  5:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Call to action panel. "How Government, Business, and Non-Profit Organizations Can Provide Opportunities for People to Make A Difference in Adapting to Climate Change." Claudia Nierenberg (NOAA Climate Program Office), Mr. Drew Bond (PowerField Energy, C3 Solutions), Dr. Sarah McCue (Axion, UN, World Bank) 6:15 pm – 8:00 pm: Keynote Reception     Tuesday, April 16th, 2024  Multifaceted engagement with exhibitors which will be organized to provide for substantive two-way exchanges  9:00 am: Displays Open  9:00 am – 1:00 pm: Windows available for visits to the Mason Innovation Lab, Smart Grid Lab, the new Fuse building, and Scott Sklar's Net Zero facility. Breakout rooms available for targeted visits with exhibitors, arranged in advance, by businesses, governments, communities, student groups, etc. 1:00 pm - 2:00 "shark -tank" - like pitches to accredited investors for feedback.  2:00-3:00 "Lighting Talks" (5 minute summaries of 3:00 pm Exchange of MOU between GMU C5I Center and EMP Shield Tech Lab, Inc,, of Tokyo 4:00 pm Exhibits close. Prepare for convoy to Pentagon on Wednesday, April 17th  for those companies and organization who exhibited at Mason. No host dinner (location TBD) Any questions, please contact the STAR-TIDES Team at [email protected] Co-sponsored by: George Mason University - Center for Resilient and Sustainable Communities Bldg: Mason's Arlington campus (Mason Square), 3351 Fairfax Drive, , Virginia , Mason's Arlington campus (Mason Square), Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201

This program allows you to share your interest in a specific subject by teaching STEM topics to students aged 13-18. IEEE Penn State Harrisburg will supply the equipment you need for the sessions, and we'll also arrange for your transport to the library. If you decide to sign up, you're looking at a commitment of just one hour on a Monday. It’s a direct way to engage with and excite young learners about STEM. Should you choose to participate, you could make a meaningful difference in a student's approach to learning. This initiative is a chance to contribute to the STEM field's future, and it's open to Penn State Harrisburg students interested in volunteering. Co-sponsored by: Middletown Public Library Room: Second floor , Bldg: Middletown Public Library, 20 N Catherine St, Middletown, Pennsylvania, United States, 17057

This initiative provides an opportunity for you to engage with and inspire young students aged 8-13 in the Middletown area by teaching them about STEM topics. Penn State Harrisburg's IEEE will provide all the necessary equipment for your sessions. By signing up, you commit to just one hour on a specific Monday. This represents a straightforward and impactful way to share your passion for STEM with eager young minds. Choosing to be part of this program can significantly influence a young student's learning perspective. It offers a valuable opportunity to play a part in nurturing the next generation's interest in the STEM fields. This opportunity is specifically available to Penn State Harrisburg students eager to volunteer their time and knowledge. Co-sponsored by: Middletown Public Library Room: Second floor , Bldg: Middletown Public Library, 20 N Catherine St, Middletown, Pennsylvania, United States, 17057

Learning and representing low-dimensional structures from noisy and possibly high-dimensional data is an indispensable component of modern data science. Recently, a special class of nonlinear embedding methods has become particularly influential, most notably, the t-distributed stochastic neighbor embedding (t-SNE) and the uniform manifold approximation and projection (UMAP). Despite their empirical success in many research fields, these algorithms are oftentimes subject to criticisms such as lack of theoretical understanding, unclear interpretations, sensitivity to tuning parameters, etc. This talk will present a novel theoretical framework for understanding and explaining the exceptional performance of t-SNE and other related algorithms for visualizing high-dimensional clustered data. The results uncover the intrinsic mechanism, the large-sample limits, and several fundamental principles behind the algorithms; they also have practical implications to improve the current nonlinear embedding methods in real-world applications, such as enabling efficient selection of tuning parameters, improving normativity of analytic praxis, and avoiding common interpretive pitfalls. Recognizing current limitations, it will also introduce some new approaches and ideas that may lead to more accountable and reliable dimension reduction and data visualization. Join our talk to dive into data and explore the cutting-edge techniques of dimension reduction and data visualization, along with their practical applications. Speaker(s): Rong Ma Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/413700

Annual UPJ senior project presentation. Typically this runs from 10 AM presentation in the Living and Learning Center Heritage Hall followed by demonstrations in the engineering labs until about 2 PM. Lunch is on your own either on campus or off. Time and location will be revised if needed. IEEE Johnstown and the UPJ Industrial Advisory Board vote on the top three projects for IEEE awards. Please email [email protected] if you are interested in attending to help judge. Otherwise attend if desired. Room: Heritage Hall, Bldg: Living and Learning Center, 450 Schoolhouse Road, Johnstown, Pennsylvania, United States, 15904

Building on the skills from our introductory session, this advanced workshop invites you to deepen your PCB design expertise with KiCad. Tailored for students who have completed Part 1 or those already familiar with the basics of KiCad, we'll explore: - Complex Designs: Techniques for crafting intricate PCB layouts. - Enhanced Features: Utilizing KiCad's advanced tools for sophisticated projects. - Project Completion: Finalizing your design for printing by IEEE, offering a tangible showcase of your skill. This session is ideal for students looking to refine their design capabilities and produce a PCB that stands out. It’s not just a skill boost—it's your opportunity to create something you're proud of, enhancing your portfolio and preparing for engineering challenges ahead. Requirement: Please bring your laptop with KiCad installed. Ready for a deeper dive into PCB design? Join us in Part 2 of our workshop series. Co-sponsored by: Penn State University-Harrisburg Room: E244 , Bldg: Olmsted , 777 W Harrisburg Pike, Middletown, Pennsylvania, United States, 17057

"Mitigating Resistance by Developing Rapport and Trust in Investigative Interviews" Join GMU Criminal Investigations and Network Analysis (CINA) on Tuesday, April 16 for the upcoming virtual CINA Distinguished Speaker Series event featuring Christian Meissner, Professor and Director of Graduate Education in the Department of Psychology at Iowa State University, as he discusses “Mitigating Resistance by Developing Rapport and Trust in Investigative Interviews.” This event will take place virtually via MS Teams. When: Tuesday, April 16, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EST Where: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Webinar Registration: The information to attend virtually will be sent to participants upon registering. The information to attend virtually will be sent to participants upon registering. (https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ft.e2ma.net%2Fclick%2Fgkj4gi%2Fkjh1529%2Fc11iscb&data=05%7C02%7Ckhassan1%40gmu.edu%7Cb41e1bea8dd84d0dd72308dc5af0bffa%7C9e857255df574c47a0c00546460380cb%7C0%7C0%7C638485237263228546%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ON0wEqa7kTGqQ6o3wfyqWRpqJb2SuKTh8DZ60HZw3ng%3D&reserved=0) Speaker: (https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Christian_Meissner3) Christian Meissner is Professor of Psychology at Iowa State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive & Behavioral Science from Florida State University (2001) and conducts empirical studies in applied cognition, including the role of memory, attention, perception, and decision processes in real world tasks. He has published more than 125 peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and edited volumes, and has received more than $20 million in grant funding from such agencies as the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Departments of Defense, Justice, and Homeland Security, and the U.S. Intelligence Community. From 2010 – 2012, he served as Program Director of Law & Social Sciences at the National Science Foundation. Dr. Meissner is President-elect of the American Psychology-Law Society (Div. 41 of the APA), and a past President of the Society for Applied Research in Memory & Cognition. He is an elected Fellow of the Association for Psychological Science, the American Psychological Association, and the Psychonomic Society. Co-sponsored by: George Mason University - Criminal Investigations and Network Analysis Center (CINA) Agenda: Christian Meissner, Professor and Director of Graduate Education in the Department of Psychology at Iowa State University, discusses “Mitigating Resistance by Developing Rapport and Trust in Investigative Interviews.” Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/417168