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Upcoming Events!

Mar
28
Thu
On Safe Autonomous Driving:  Past, Present, and Future @ 550 Huntington Ave, Beatty Hall, Room 426
Mar 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Robotics and Automation Society and Aerospace and Electronic Systems In this distinguished lecture, Dr. Mohan Trivedi from the University of California, San Diego, will highlight major research milestones in the autonomous vehicles area and discuss issues that require deeper, critical examination and careful resolution to ensure the safe, reliable, and robust operation of these highly complex systems in the real world. Speaker:  Dr. Mohan Trivedi Biography:  Mohan Trivedi is a Distinguished Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at University of California San Diego and founding director of the Computer Vision and Robotics Research Laboratory (est. 1986), as well as the Laboratory for Intelligent and Safe Automobiles (LISA) (est. 2001). Trivedi and his team are pursuing research in intelligent vehicles, human-centered autonomous driving, machine perception, machine learning, human-robot interactivity, and advanced driver assistance. Trivedi has received Distinguished Alumnus awards from BITS-Pilani, India and Utah State University. He has given over 130 keynote/plenary talks. He regularly serves as a consultant to various industry and government agencies in the US and abroad. He frequently serves on panels dealing with technological, strategic, privacy, and ethical issues surrounding research areas he is involved in. Trivedi has served as the Chair of the Robotics Technical Committee of the IEEE Computer Society, Governing Board member of the IEEE Systems, Man & Cybernetics, and IEEE ITSC societies. Trivedi is a Fellow of IEEE (life), SPIE, and IAPR. Light Dinner and refreshments! Registration is required to attend.   https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/404113 Elections will take Place! Interested in roles in RAS?  Contact:  giovmi@ieee.org, ieee-ras@nedharvey.com
Python Applications for Signal Processing and Digital Design @ Zoom
Mar 28 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Course Kick-off / Orientation 6:00PM – 6:30PM EDT; Thursday, February 29, 2024

First Video Release, Thursday, February 29, 2024.   Additional videos released weekly in advance of that week’s live session!

Live Workshops:  6:00PM – 7:30PM EDT; Thursdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28

Registration is open through the last live workshop date.  Live workshops are recorded for later use.

Course Information will be distributed on Thursday, February 29, 2024 in advance of and in preparation for the first live workshop session.  A live orientation session will be held on February 29, 2024.

Attendees will have access to the recorded session and exercises for two months (until May 28, 2024) after the last live session ends!

 

 

IEEE Member Early Rate (by February 15):  $190.00

IEEE Member Rate (after February 15th):  $285.00

IEEE Non-Member Early Rate (by February 15):  $210.00

IEEE Non-Member Rate (after February 15):  $315.00

Decision to run/cancel course:  Thursday, February 22, 2024

Speaker:  Dan Boschen

This is a hands-on course combining pre-recorded lectures with live Q&A and workshop sessions in the popular and powerful open-source Python programming language.

Pre-Recorded Videos:  The course format includes pre-recorded video lectures that students can watch on their own schedule, and an unlimited number of times, prior to live Q&A workshop sessions on Zoom with the instructor. The videos will also be available to the students for viewing for up to two months after the conclusion of the course.

Overview: Dan provides simple, straight-forward navigation through the multiple configurations and options, providing a best-practices approach for quickly getting up to speed using Python for modelling and analysis for applications in signal processing and digital design verification. Students will be using the Anaconda distribution, which combines Python with the most popular data science applications, and Jupyter Notebooks for a rich, interactive experience.

The course begins with basic Python data structures and constructs, including key “Pythonic” concepts, followed by an overview and use of popular packages for scientific computing enabling rapid prototyping for system design.

During the course students will create example designs including a sigma delta converter and direct digital synthesizer both in floating point and fixed point. This will include considerations for cycle and bit accurate models useful for digital design verification (FPGA/ASIC), while bringing forward the signal processing tools for frequency and time domain analysis.

Jupyter Notebooks: This course makes extensive use of Jupyter Notebooks which combines running Python code with interactive plots and graphics for a rich user experience. Jupyter Notebooks is an open-source web-based application (that can be run locally) that allows users to create and share visually appealing documents containing code, graphics, visualizations and interactive plots. Students will be able to interact with the notebook contents and use “take-it-with-you” results for future applications in signal processing.

Target Audience: This course is targeted toward users with little to no prior experience in Python, however familiarity with other modern programming languages and an exposure to object-oriented constructs is very helpful. Students should be comfortable with basic signal processing concepts in the frequency and time domain. Familiarity with Matlab or Octave is not required, but the equivalent operations in Python using the NumPy package will be provided for those students that do currently use Matlab and/or Octave for signal processing applications.

Benefits of Attending / Goals of Course: Attendees will gain an overall appreciation of using Python and quickly get up to speed in best practice use of Python.

All set-up information for the installation of all tools will be provided before the start of class.

Topics / Schedule:

Pre-recorded lectures (3 hours each) will be distributed Friday prior to all Workshop dates. Workshop/ Q&A Sessions are 6pm-7:30pm on the dates listed below:

Kick-off / Orientation:  February 29, 2024

Thursday, March 7, 2024

Topic 1: Intro to Jupyter Notebooks, the Spyder IDE and the course design examples. Core Python constructs.

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Topic 2: Core Python constructs; iterators, functions, reading writing data files.

Thursday, March, 21, 2024

Topic 3: Signal processing simulation with popular packages including NumPy, SciPy, and Matplotlib.

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Topic 4: Bit/cycle accurate modelling and analysis using the design examples and simulation packages

Speaker’s Bio:

Dan Boschen has a MS in Communications and Signal Processing from Northeastern University, with over 25 years of experience in system and hardware design for radio transceivers and modems. He has held various positions at Signal Technologies, MITRE, Airvana and Hittite Microwave designing and developing transceiver hardware from baseband to antenna for wireless communications systems and has taught courses on DSP to international audiences for over 15 years. Dan is a contributor to Signal Processing Stack Exchange https://dsp.stackexchange.com/, and is currently at Microchip (formerly Microsemi and Symmetricom) leading design efforts for advanced frequency and time solutions.

For more background information, please view Dan’s Linked-In page.

Registration is open through the last live workshop date.  Live workshops are recorded for later use.

Apr
2
Tue
Networking Strategies Post-Covid for Startups @ Lasell University & Zoom
Apr 2 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Entrepreneurs’ Network

Register at https://bostonenet.org/events/networking-strategies-post-covid-for-startups/

Join us for an immersive event for passionate entrepreneurs navigating the dynamic landscape of business in a post-pandemic world. “Networking Strategies Post-COVID for Startups” is a groundbreaking gathering designed to empower startups and founders with the tools, insights, and connections necessary to thrive in the new era of entrepreneurship.

In the wake of the global pandemic, the traditional paradigms of networking have evolved. This event provides a unique opportunity to delve into innovative strategies and approaches that can drive growth, foster collaboration, and ignite success for startups in the current environment. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur seeking to adapt your networking tactics or a budding startup founder looking to establish valuable connections, this event promises to be a transformative experience.

Attendees will have the chance to engage with industry experts, thought leaders, and fellow entrepreneurs during our event, learn from our expert speaker, and then engage during an interactive workshop to practice networking. Gain actionable insights on leveraging digital platforms, building authentic relationships, and navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by the post-COVID landscape.

Whether you’re seeking investment opportunities, strategic partnerships, or mentorship, “Networking Strategies Post-COVID for Startups” offers a dynamic platform to connect, learn, and grow. Don’t miss this chance to position your startup for success in the post-pandemic era. Join us and be part of the conversation shaping the future of entrepreneurship at Boston ENET!

Event Schedule

7:00 pm Introduction, ENET Chairperson’s announcements

7:10 pm eMinute Pitch, up to 3 Startup pitches

7:25 pm Expert Panel, 4 expert speakers on the night’s topic

8:15 pm Q & A Moderator and Audience Q & A with the speakers

8:30 pm Networking, panelists will be available afterward for responses to individual questions.

Speakers

Diane Darling

Diane Darling is a consultant, keynote speaker, instructor, and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience in researching, developing, and educating on the role of professional networking strategies in individual career development and business performance. She offers virtual and in-person speaking engagements, one-on-one leadership coaching, and strategic consulting tailored to meet the specific needs of each client in a variety of industries, including accounting, architecture, law firms, and higher education. McGraw Hill has published Diane’s networking strategies in over nine languages, including her popular books, The Networking Survival Guide and Networking for Career Success.

Diane’s passion for networking and public speaking started at an early age when she attended six new schools before her senior year of high school. Her experience of learning to make friends and connect with strangers has become a lifelong skill, and one that she now teaches to others. She overcame her fear of public speaking by taking acting and standup comedy classes, which has contributed to her success and is now incorporated into her teachings, especially for introverts. Diane has traveled to all seven continents and approximately 60 countries, enriching her understanding of human encounters and communication.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianedarling/

Moderator

Maureen Dorman Mansfield, Vice-Chair, Boston ENET

Founder, ~Protect Your Passion~

Maureen Dorman Mansfield is an award-winning strategic leader with a passion for business development, data analytics, and contract management who co-founded a startup to a funding event. As a Vice Chair of the Boston Entrepreneurs’ Network (ENET), Maureen plays a key role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction and fostering strategic alliance partnerships and data governance on digital platforms in a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem.

With over 25 years of experience in strategy, business development, and data management, Maureen has a proven track record of driving growth and creating value for organizations of all sizes, helping several companies have their most profitable years in business while expanding marketshares,  identifying new markets, and increasing staff. She is skilled in identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and negotiating complex contracts.

Maureen is also a seasoned expert in contract management, with a keen understanding of legal and compliance issues. Her attention to detail and strategic approach to contract negotiations have helped her clients mitigate risks and exceed their business objectives.

In addition to her role at Boston ENET, Maureen is actively involved in the business community, serving as a mentor and advisor to emerging entrepreneurs. She has founded two charities. Maureen is passionate about helping others succeed and believes that networking is a powerful tool for professional growth.

Maureen is a dynamic speaker and panelist on topics related to strategy, business development, and networking. Her insights and practical advice have helped countless professionals expand their networks and advance their careers. As a classically trained saxophonist, Maureen credits her mom for buying her the saxophones and earning a full scholarship in music.

Organizer:

William A.M. Mansfield, Co-Chair, Boston ENET

Managing Partner, MANSFIELD LAW ~Protect Your Passion~

William Mansfield is an attorney and patent attorney with a passion for helping entrepreneurs, founders, inventors, creatives, and startups navigate the complexities of business law, corporate law, and intellectual property law,

including patent law, on national and international matters. As a Co-Chair of the Boston Entrepreneurs’ Network (ENET), William plays a pivotal role in fostering connections and providing valuable resources to the entrepreneurial community.

With over 15 years of experience in the legal field, and as a recipient of the prestigious CALI Award in IP and earning an honorary waiver into the D.C. Bar, William has developed a reputation for his strategic business counsel and legal counsel, as well as an in-depth understanding of intellectual property issues. He has worked with a diverse range of clients, from early-stage startups to established corporations, helping them protect their innovations, scale, and navigate the complex legal, IP, and patent processes.

In addition to his legal practice, William is a passionate advocate for continuous learning, professional development, and mentoring. He believes that building strong relationships and giving back is essential for success in any field and is committed to helping others hone their skills.

William is a frequent speaker and panelist on topics related to entrepreneurship and startup law, business law, intellectual property law, and patent law. His insights and practical advice have helped countless professionals expand their networks and achieve their goals.

Apr
4
Thu
Industry Night – Power Electronics & Energy Showcase @ EXP Building, Room 201 Northeastern University
Apr 4 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Power Electronics Society and Northeastern University

Join us for an exciting evening of innovation and networking at the Northeastern University (NU) Industry Night!

Hosted by the IEEE PELS Boston Chapter, NU Power Electronics class (EECE5684), NU Co-op Office.

This event is your opportunity to explore cutting-edge technologies in power electronics and energy.  Most companies attending will be accepting applications for either full-time or coop positions!

What to Expect:

  • Engage with leading power electronics and energy companies
  • Discover high-tech products, presentations, and advanced technologies
  • Learn about potential co-op or full-time positions
  • Network with industry professionals and fellow students

Food Reception:  5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (Exclusive to Power Electronics Class Students and IEEE PELS Chapter Attendees)

Admission: Free for students and IEEE PELS members

If you are a company & interested

Fill out this google form: https://forms.gle/6XtCETVSxYuaoNuR9

If you are a student & interested

Fill out this google form: https://forms.gle/Bofwmo8JePf9VgnV6

Apr
11
Thu
Monolithic, Heterogeneous and Hybrid Photonic Integration – There is a role for all @ MIT Lincoln Laboratory - Cafeteria
Apr 11 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Photonics Society

This seminar will discuss the driving motivations for and technical approaches to photonic integration, by Dr. Daniel Renner, Distinguished Lecturer of the IEEE Photonics Society.

Dr. Daniel Renner

Agenda: 

6:00 pm Networking starts

6:15 pm Light meals served

7:00 pm Seminar starts

Photonic integration has been at the center of photonic activity for several years. Over this period, great strides have been made to increase the integration density and integrated chip functionality. This talk will work its way up from the drivers for photonic integration – why do we need Photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs)? What are their similarities and differences with Electronic Integrated Circuits (EICs)? This analysis of integration drivers will lead to a discussion of recent progress on the main paths: monolithic, heterogeneous and hybrid. The talk will conclude with possible approaches to meet the additional demanding considerations for future Quantum PICs.

Bio: Dr. Daniel Renner grew up in the southern part of Chile, in South America. He received his Bachelor of Engineering Degree from the Universidad de Chile and then, in his early twenties, he went to the University of Cambridge in England to do a Ph.D. in opto-electronics, a new field of studies at the time. Now, decades later, he has lived through the whole range of experiences that relate to the research, development, manufacturing and commercialization of complex photonic devices and systems, used in communication, sensor and industrial applications. In the past 30 years, Daniel has been directly involved with the growth of four photonic start-ups in the United States, Ortel Corporation, Agility Communications, Aerius Photonics and Freedom Photonics. This gives him a unique perspective on the workings of a high-tech small business. Daniel is currently the Chair of the IEEE Photonics Society Industry Engagement Committee, from where he is trying to help other photonic small businesses.

Event link and registration 

 

IEEE Boston Section recognized for Excellence in Membership Recruitment Performance

 

IEEE HKN Ceremony

IEEE Boston Section was founded Feb 13, 1903, and serves more than 8,500 members of the IEEE. There are 29 chapters and affinity groups covering topics of interest from Aerospace & Electronic Systems, to Entrepreneur Network to Women in Engineering to Young Professionals. The chapters and affinity groups organize more than 100 meetings a year. In addition to the IEEE organization activities, the Boston Section organizes and sponsors up to seven conferences in any given year, as well as more than 45 short courses. The Boston Section publishes a bi-weekly newsletter and, currently, a monthly Digital Reflector newspaper included in IEEE membership.

The IEEE Boston Section also offers social programs such as the section annual meeting, Milestone events, and other non-technical professional activities to round out the local events. The Section also hosts one of the largest and longest running entrepreneurial support groups in IEEE.

More than 150 volunteers help create and coordinate events throughout the year.