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The latest McKinsey Global Survey on AI in May of 2024 concludes that 2023 was the year the world discovered generative AI (GenAI) and 2024 is the year organizations truly began using—and deriving business value from—this new technology. An incredible 65 percent of respondents report that their organizations are regularly using GenAI, which is nearly double the percentage from the previous survey just ten months before. Respondents’ expectations for gen AI’s impact remain as high with three-quarters predicting that gen AI will lead to significant or disruptive change in their industries in the years ahead. This session is an invaluable opportunity for business leaders like you to overcome your hesitation and uncertainty of AI. Mastering AI tools and techniques is not just about keeping pace with technology; it's about leveraging these advanced resources to fill in knowledge gaps, enhance decision-making, and drive productivity. Learning to utilize AI not only streamlines operations but also significantly boosts your capacity to deliver increased business outcomes, making you more valuable and a strategic asset to your organization. You will leave equipped with practical, actionable strategies that you can implement immediately, turning your uncertainty into confidence and empowering you to leverage AI effectively in your daily tasks. Speaker(s): Paul Carney Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423706

Learn about all-digital transmitter design techniques, including advanced techniques such as ML/AI applied to improve overall performance. [] Speaker(s): Dr. Rui Ma Room: Rm 4021, 500 El Camnino Real, Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation, Santa Clara, California, United States, 95053

Abstract RF-MEMS passive components have been on the landscape of research for about three decades now. Despite the wide discussion of novel designs with unprecedented RF performance, the actual potential of such a technology seems yet to display. At the same time, market exploitation of RF-MEMS is relatively recent and still needs to consolidate. The aim of this webinar is to discuss RF-MEMS technology in a rather comprehensive way, covering its inception, ups and downs, market penetration and its potential against future communications paradigms. The webinar is arranged in four sections, briefly described as follows: - History of MEMS/RF-MEMS. Discussion of the inception and technology evolution of RF-MEMS, intertwined with the advancement of MEMS solutions for sensors and actuators. - RF-MEMS at FBK. Brief outlook of the research activities and RF-MEMS devices portfolio at Fondazione Bruno Kessler (FBK), in Italy. - RF-MEMS vs. market. Critical discussion of the complex and time-consuming path from research to the first market applications of MEMS-based RF passives. - What’s next with 6G & FN. Broadening the point of view, brief discussion of the envisaged pivotal role of Micro & Nanotechnologies (MEMS/NEMS) in the next paradigms of 6G and Future Networks (FN) and focus on how RF-MEMS may contribute to such a challenge. Speaker(s): Dr. Jacopo Iannacci, Agenda: 6:30 – 7:00 PM Registration & Networking 7:00 - 7:45 PM Invited Talk 7:45 – 8:00 PM Questions & Answers Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/426778

TBD - CIT Summer Series Session 5 Speaker(s): Careers in Tech Speaker ***CANCELED*** Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423707

- $3 registration is mainly to prevent wastage of food because of casual registrations and no-shows. - Virtual attendees NEED NOT pay the $3 or register here. They can directly register on Zoom (account required) or watch directly on the YouTube Channel at 6:30 pm (California time) on Monday, August 12. - The venue, AMD is a US Government contractor, so please bring a government-issued id with you, be prepared to provide your citizenship information, and sign a Non-disclosure agreement (NDA) when you enter. Talk Synopsis: Transforming Hearing Aids into Multifunctional Communication and Health Devices with Artificial Intelligence With over 1.5 billion people suffering from hearing impairments according to the World Health Organization, hearing aids are crucially important medical wearable devices. Untreated hearing loss has been linked to increased risks of social isolation, depression, dementia, fall injuries, and other health issues. However, partly due to the historical stigma associated with assistive devices and functional limitations, only a small fraction of people who need help with hearing have actually adopted the devices. In this talk, the speaker will present a new class of multifunctional hearing and health devices with embedded sensors and artificial intelligence. With an extremely energy-efficient embedded deep neural network accelerator, these devices continuously classify sound with advanced machine learning algorithms, enhance speech and reduce noise, serve as a continuous monitor for physical and cognitive activities, an automatic fall detection and alert system, as well as a personal assistant with connectivity to the cloud. Furthermore, these devices stream audio from phones and other devices with two-day battery life, translate languages, transcribe speech, and remind the wearer of medication and other tasks. Rapid advances in sensors and artificial intelligence are bringing an array of new devices, applications, and user benefits to the world. We will discuss how these technologies are transforming the traditional hearing aids into smart multipurpose devices, helping people not only hear better but live better lives. Award Winners: Industry Rising Star: Dwith Chenna, AMD Best Student Volunteer: Anbu Valluvan Devadasan, SJSU Speaker Appreciation: Atul Kumar Speaker(s): Dr. Achin Bhowmik Agenda: 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm Networking over cheese pizza 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Dr. Achintya Bhowmik, adjunct professor at the Stanford School of Medicine 7:31 pm - 8 pm Award Presentation 8 pm - 8:30 pm Photos and networking Room: LC1/LC2, Bldg: 4, AMD, 2100 Logic Dr, San Jose, California, United States, 95124, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/428816

The Careers in Technology (CIT) virtual career panel consists of a group of industry leaders and experts who interact directly with the participants in a moderated Q&A session. In this way, participants gain insight into what the technology community considers valuable (skills, certifications, experience, etc.) so that they can better prepare for a career change or entry into a technology-related career. The participants of the Summer 2024 virtual panel are Marie Perry, Paul Carney and Radhika Kanubaddhi - you can find their bios below. Note: While the Careers in Tech Organizing Committee is exploring offering PDH for virtual sessions going forward, that effort is still in progress. As a result, we will be unable to offer PDH for this session, but expect to be able to do so in the near future. Speaker(s): Marie Perry, Paul Carney, Radhika Kanubaddhi Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423708

From its early years as a global information infrastructure, the Internet, originally designed by and for the US Department of Defense, has been efficiently and effectively misused by various hate groups who often consider the US government their worst enemy. For example, it turned out that WWW played a critical role in the preparation of the 9/11 attacks both as a source of inspirational information and as a safe means of covert communication between the plotters. Shortly after the tragic events of 2001, our binational team of US and Israeli researchers started to explore the online activities of various hate groups. Initially, we developed a prototype of a monitoring system aimed at detecting the frequent visitors of terrorist websites, which may become influenced by terrorist propaganda and eventually develop into what we call today “the lone wolf attackers”. Shortly after, we focused on another, closely related question: what makes terrorist-generated propaganda content in various languages different from unbiased news reports discussing similar topics? Over the years, we developed prototypes of several additional text analysis tools such as text summarization algorithms, which can automatically summarize large amounts of untranslated content in any language, as well as AI tools for automated detection of metaphoric language. After presenting the motivational and ethical foundations of our research, I plan to describe some of our methods and finally, discuss past and future challenges in this important and fascinating domain. Speaker(s): Prof. Mark Last, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/422750

In the dynamic landscape of startups, leveraging technology effectively can be a game-changer. This session delves into essential lessons learned in Information Technology (IT) that are crucial for the success and sustainability of startups. Whether you're launching a tech-driven product or service, managing data, or optimizing operations, understanding these insights can steer your startup towards growth and resilience. Speaker(s): Michael Viron Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/423709

[]Thermoelectric modules are solid-state heat pumps capable of heating, cooling, and temperature stabilization within a single device. Traditionally used for sub-ambient cooling in niche applications, these modules, despite perceptions of low efficiency, require a deep understanding of operating and boundary conditions to maximize their potential within mechanical, thermal, and electrical constraints. Phononic’s recent advancements have enabled miniaturization optical subassemblies at scale while also enhancing system-level integration. These technological innovations enable higher-speed connections in telecommunications and within/between data centers while reducing overall power consumption. By leveraging Phononic’s cutting-edge thermoelectric solutions, the optoelectronics industry has achieved unprecedented performance and reliability, marking a significant leap forward in the efficiency and capability of modern communication infrastructures. Speaker(s): Mark Smitt, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/428950

[]Thermoelectric modules are solid-state heat pumps capable of heating, cooling, and temperature stabilization within a single device. Traditionally used for sub-ambient cooling in niche applications, these modules, despite perceptions of low efficiency, require a deep understanding of operating and boundary conditions to maximize their potential within mechanical, thermal, and electrical constraints. Phononic’s recent advancements have enabled miniaturization optical subassemblies at scale while also enhancing system-level integration. These technological innovations enable higher-speed connections in telecommunications and within/between data centers while reducing overall power consumption. By leveraging Phononic’s cutting-edge thermoelectric solutions, the optoelectronics industry has achieved unprecedented performance and reliability, marking a significant leap forward in the efficiency and capability of modern communication infrastructures. Speaker(s): Mark Smitt, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/428950

[] Abstract: Electronics, power electronics, and electric machines are becoming important for an array of mobility/transportation, renewable energy and energy efficiency applications. In this presentation, I will introduce NREL and my group. I will describe some metrics, challenges, and opportunities for power electronics, electric machines, and electric traction-drive systems for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicle applications. After that, I will give an overview of my group’s research activities in power electronics, electric machines and integrated (electric) traction-drive systems. This includes thermal management, thermomechanical reliability, state-of-health monitoring, and power module design, development, fabrication, and characterization aspects. Then, I will cover the power electronics thermal management experiences and background in some detail, including fluid-based cooling technologies, and efforts at both the power module- and inverter/converter level. [] Speaker(s): Dr. Sreekant Narumanchi Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/429356

In this talk, "Artificial Intelligence for Trust, Health, and Wellbeing," we will explore the pivotal role AI plays at the heart of the ongoing convergence revolution, where it intersects with nanotechnology, biotechnology, IoT, and robotics. As these technologies rapidly evolve, the integration of AI offers unprecedented opportunities to enhance human life. We will delve into how AI can be harnessed to build trust by combating misinformation and disinformation, ensuring that truth prevails in an increasingly complex digital landscape. Additionally, we will examine the potential of AI-driven biosignal analysis and wearable technology, such as smartwatches, to revolutionize healthcare by enabling the early prediction and prevention of diseases. This talk will provide insights into the future of AI in fostering a healthier, more informed, and trustworthy society. Co-sponsored by: Media Partner: Open Research Institute (ORI) Speaker(s): Anderson Rocha Agenda: - Invited talk from Prof. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anderson-rocha-br/), IEEE Fellow and Full-Professor for AI, University of Campinas, Brazil - Q/A Session Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/430660