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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250320T120000
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Heterogeneous Future of Microelectronics
DESCRIPTION:[]Given the increasing complexity of microelectronics and the need for increased performance\, epitomized and brought into stark clarity by the increasing prevalence of AI\, there is a need for maturing cohesive roadmaps. In this talk\, we will describe a vision for how roadmapping is structured\, how we anticipate it to evolve\, and how we can all participate in this evolution.\nSpeaker(s): Ravi Mahajan\,\nVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/472083
URL:https://svec.org/event/navigating-the-heterogeneous-future-of-microelectronics/
LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/472083
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T185000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
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SUMMARY:MEMS Sensor Software Solutions for Biological and Human Movement Sensing
DESCRIPTION:Abstract:\nMEMS sensors are now crucial for personalized healthcare applications. In this talk\, we will explore the evolution of MEMS sensor software solutions for human and biological sensing. We will discuss advanced sensor fusion\, dead reckoning\, calibration\, and localization techniques. New advancements such as vertical analog frontend and intelligent MEMS sensors will be introduced. Case studies include gait tracking using motion sensors and nervous system electrical activity sensing using vertical analog frontend.\nSpeaker(s): S. Siddharth \,\nAgenda:\n6:50 PM – 7 PM: Registration\n7 PM – 8 PM: Talk and Q&A\nVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/473251
URL:https://svec.org/event/mems-sensor-software-solutions-for-biological-and-human-movement-sensing/
LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/473251
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250319T190000
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SUMMARY:General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:General meetings have members divide into project groups.\nThis meeting will have members work on the e-bike project.\nThis is the last meeting before Spring Break.\nAgenda:\nMeeting slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1cxReuKa8BndIa0S79J3uuAGumdFhB0AkSKqupEiRmlI/edit?usp=sharing\nRoom: 170\, Bldg: SSB\, 5200 Lake Rd\, Merced\, California\, United States\, 95343
URL:https://svec.org/event/general-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Room: 170\, Bldg: SSB\, 5200 Lake Rd\, Merced\, California\, United States\, 95343
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DTEND;TZID=US/Pacific:20250319T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T080303Z
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SUMMARY:Mastering Product Variations by Creating a Universal Language for Software Customization Across Industries
DESCRIPTION:Synopsis: In the world of software and product development\, making artifacts customizable for different needs is crucial. The research community has made great strides with the Universal Variability Language (UVL)\, a tool that helps define and manage these customizations. However\, while UVL is helpful\, it doesn't cover everything.\nThis talk introduces a new concept called the Generic REAlization Language (GREAL). GREAL aims to fill the gaps that UVL left behind\, especially when it comes to applying customizations to the core parts of a product line.\nKey features of GREAL include:\nOpenness: Easily adaptable to different industries and uses.\nFlexibility: Can handle various types of customizations.\nDeclarativity: Simple and clear rules for customization.\nReusability: Can be applied to multiple projects without starting from scratch.\nThe speaker will show how GREAL works with different base languages like UML\, Java\, and documentation. The speaker will also discuss a successful large-scale deployment of GREAL for Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) at Airbus.\nJoin us to explore how this new tool can make software and product customization more efficient and versatile.\nSpeaker(s): Dr. Vishnu S. Pendyala\, Prof. Jézéquel\nVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/468361
URL:https://svec.org/event/mastering-product-variations-by-creating-a-universal-language-for-software-customization-across-industries/
LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/468361
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250317T190000
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CREATED:20250228T083305Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Risk as a Business Imperative: Translating Threats into Strategic Action
DESCRIPTION:Cyber risks are not just technical issues; they are fundamental business challenges with\nprofound financial and reputational implications. This keynote addresses the intersection of\ncybersecurity and business strategy\, offering practical insights to help executives and business\nleaders prioritize and act on cyber risks in a meaningful way.\nAttendees will gain an understanding of how to frame cyber risks as business risks\,\ncommunicate them effectively to stakeholders\, and integrate them into broader organizational\nstrategies. Real-world examples and actionable frameworks will equip leaders with the tools to\ntranslate technical threats into business priorities. This presentation will also explore how to\nallocate resources\, measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity programs\, and foster resilience\nacross the enterprise.\nBy the end of the session\, you will be prepared to engage in informed decision-making that\nbalances cost\, compliance\, and risk reduction\, ensuring your organization is prepared for the\nchallenges of today’s complex risk landscape.\nSpeaker(s): Kayne McGladrey\,\nVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/470307
URL:https://svec.org/event/cyber-risk-as-a-business-imperative-translating-threats-into-strategic-action/
LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/470307
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SUMMARY:Seeking Judges for SYNOPSYS CHAMPIONSHIP Science Fair\, March 13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:SF Bay ACM is seeking JUDGES for computer-related science fair projects in the Synopsys Championship science fair. This is a large event (over 1\,000 entries in total) for middle and high school students in Santa Clara County. Many projects can be quite interesting\, involving advanced technologies like AI and Machine Learning.\nIt can be an eye-opening experience to see what middle and high school students in Silicon Valley are working on! Because of the large number of student projects to potentially be judged\, we need several judges.\nOur aim is to encourage students to study in the field of computer science. So\, SF Bay ACM awards cash prizes to students and their teachers in several categories. \nCheck the website for a lot more detail:\nhttps://science-fair.org/ \nVideos of past and related events and also award winners’ post-event presentations:\nhttps://youtube.com/watch?v=FAUU1O-RFBM&list=PL87GtQd0bfJymcMio1tynXI5rGWjANa6c&index=1 \nCome join us to see what the Next Generation of computer science is studying! \nRSVP here for KARTHIKEYAN CHINNUSAMY to get back to you with logistics on emails.
URL:https://svec.org/event/seeking-judges-for-synopsys-championship-science-fair-march-13-2025/
LOCATION:San Jose Convention Center & South Hall\, 150 W San Carlos St\, San Jose\, CA\, 95113\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250312T185000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250312T200000
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CREATED:20250307T083614Z
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SUMMARY:From Light to Insight - AI Enabled Time of Flight Sensors
DESCRIPTION:Abstract:\nIn this talk\, we will dive on a journey into a decade of evolution of Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensing. In the last 10 years\, ToF sensors have come a long way. Improvements include ranging from 10cm to 10m\, from single zones to 2000 zones\, and from simple sensors to complete systems with lenses and diffusers. Currently\, these sensors are equipped with AI processors that enable smart presence detection\, head orientation\, hand gesture detection\, and air quality monitoring. We will explore the design\, architecture and operation of ToF sensors and discuss several intriguing applications enabled by AI applied on ToF sensor stream.\nSpeaker(s): John Kvam\nAgenda:\n6:70 – 7 PM: Registration\n7-8PM: Talk and Q&A\nVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/473246
URL:https://svec.org/event/from-light-to-insight-ai-enabled-time-of-flight-sensors/
LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/473246
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250312T180000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to NVivo
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URL:https://svec.org/event/introduction-to-nvivo-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250122T060917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T060917Z
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SUMMARY:Analog Superpowers: How 20th Century Technology Theft Built the National Security State
DESCRIPTION:This is a hybrid in-person and online event. Pre-registration is required for either.\nThis talk is co-hosted by the (https://siliconvalleyhistory.com/)\nIn this talk\, which draws on her new book (https://press.uchicago.edu/ucp/books/book/chicago/A/bo222008444.html)\, Katherine C. Epstein will explore a little-known but important chapter in the history of analog computing\, and its surprising connections with today’s world of digital devices and great-power competition.\nIn the decade before World War I\, two British civilians named Arthur Pollen and Harold Isherwood invented an artificially intelligent analog computer for aiming the big guns of battleships. Rather than pay for their invention\, however\, first the British navy and then the US navy pirated it. When the inventors sued for patent infringement\, both governments invoked legal privileges to withhold evidence on the grounds of national-security secrecy. The US lawsuits became entangled with high-level Anglo-American diplomacy during World War II and with the Manhattan Project. The talk will thus speak to several major—and timely—issues: the intersection of computer technology and geopolitical rivalry\, the impact of patent laws on defense innovation\, and the scope of government secrecy.\nCo-sponsored by: IEEE Silicon Valley Tech History Committee (SVTHC)\nSpeaker(s): Katherine Epstein\,\n673 South Milpitas Blvd.\, Milpitas\, California\, United States\, 95035\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/461664
URL:https://svec.org/event/analog-superpowers-how-20th-century-technology-theft-built-the-national-security-state/
LOCATION:673 South Milpitas Blvd.\, Milpitas\, California\, United States\, 95035\, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/461664
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T173000
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CREATED:20250305T083455Z
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SUMMARY:Soldering Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will have members learn to solder a kit in lab SRE 301.\nAgenda:\n[]\nRoom: 301\, Bldg: SRE\, 5200 N Lake Rd\, Merced\, California\, United States\, 95343
URL:https://svec.org/event/soldering-workshop/
LOCATION:Room: 301\, Bldg: SRE\, 5200 N Lake Rd\, Merced\, California\, United States\, 95343
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250308T000000
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CREATED:20250222T001828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T001828Z
UID:66372-1741392000-1741395600@svec.org
SUMMARY:Early Modern Iberian Worlds: Jeongho Park (Seoul National University\, Korea)
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URL:https://svec.org/event/early-modern-iberian-worlds-jeongho-park-seoul-national-university-korea/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250307T210000
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CREATED:20250207T074809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T074809Z
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SUMMARY:Advancing Speech Processing with End-to-End Modeling and LLM Integration
DESCRIPTION:Abstract\nThe field of speech processing is currently dominated by end-to-end (E2E) models\, which utilize a single model to optimize directly towards the final objective function rather than optimizing multiple sub-models separately. This trend is particularly notable in automatic speech recognition (ASR). In this talk\, we will provide an overview of E2E ASR models and discuss recent advancements from an industry perspective. Subsequently\, we will examine the trend of E2E modeling beyond ASR\, with applications such as multi-speaker ASR and simultaneous speech translation\, where ASR traditionally serves as only one of several components. This trend ultimately unlocks multimodal intelligence by integrating speech capabilities into large language models (LLM). We will highlight the most recent developments in this area\, which present unprecedented opportunities for the field.\nSpeaker(s): Jinyu Li\,\nAgenda:\n6:30 – 7:00 Check-in\, networking\, food\, and drink\n7:00 – 8:30 PM – Presentation by Dr. Jinyu Li\n8:30 – 9:00 PM – Q & A\nRoom: 1302\, Bldg: Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation Building \, Santa Clara University\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
URL:https://svec.org/event/advancing-speech-processing-with-end-to-end-modeling-and-llm-integration/
LOCATION:Room: 1302\, Bldg: Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation Building \, Santa Clara University\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T200000
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CREATED:20250215T080305Z
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SUMMARY:Expertise – the Limits of “I’ll Know It When I See It”
DESCRIPTION:Sean Murphy will share the challenges and strategies of navigating the limits of intuitive understanding in the realms of engineering and entrepreneurship. It offers a roadmap for blending human expertise with automation\, effective delegation\, and the creation of a shared mission. Aiming to equip leaders and innovators with the tools to transform intuition into actionable insight and collective achievement.\nUncover how to move beyond “I will know it when I see it\,” fostering a culture of precision\, collaboration\, and innovation in your projects and organizations.\nPractical tips for:\n– Exploration and verification\n– Recognizing opportunities\n– Recognizing and managing the limits of intuition\n– Delegating tasks and problems\n– Blending human expertise with automation\nSpeaker(s): Sean Murphy\nVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/468793
URL:https://svec.org/event/expertise-the-limits-of-ill-know-it-when-i-see-it/
LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/468793
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T131500
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250215T080305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T080305Z
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SUMMARY:Thermal Analysis for Thermal Challenges with Heterogeneous Packaging
DESCRIPTION:Thermal Analysis for Thermal Challenges with Heterogeneous Packaging\nAbstract:\nWith the commercialization of thermoreflectance thermal imaging Microsanj has met many of the thermal challenges inherent with today’s advanced devices.\nThe thermoreflectance principle exploits the fact that the reflectivity of a material changes with temperature. By measuring the reflectivity change with probing wavelengths in the visible band\, this technique supports thermal measurements with diffraction limited spatial resolution in the sub-micron range and a temporal response in the nanosecond range.\nNew thermal analysis challenges are arising with current trends and advances in heterogeneous packaging techniques. To address these new challenges\, Microsanj is developing enhancements and new products. A brief description of these techniques including optical pump-probe imaging\, flash thermography\, over-the-air imaging for the analysis of embedded antennas\, and others approaches being investigated will be provided in this presentation.\nBio:\nDustin Kendig\nDustin Kendig is Co-Founder and Vice President of Microsanj LLC in Santa Clara\, California.\nAt Microsanj he is developing sub-micrometer transient thermal imaging systems for the semiconductor industry for thermal characterization and fault isolation. Microsanj has 75+ commercial products and research partnerships with companies and research labs in a dozen countries.\nHe is a member of the IEEE Instrumentation and Measurement and Reliability Societies. In 2009\, he was the recipient of the Huffman Prize\, Dean’s Award\, and Chancellor’s Award. He won best poster at IEEE PVSC in 2010 and best paper at IEEE ITherm in 2017. He holds 4 patents and has published over 60 papers.\nDustin Kendig received his B.S. Degree with Honors in Electrical Engineering from the University of California\, Santa Cruz.\nAGENDA:\nThursday March 6\, 2025\n11:30 AM: Networking\, Pizza & Drinks\nNoon — 1 pm: Seminar\nPlease register on Eventbrite before 9:30 AM on Thursday February 6\, 2025\n$4 IEEE members $6 non IEEE members\n(discounts for unemployed and students )\nSee examplesAdd\nBldg: ==> Use corner entrance: Kifer Road / San Lucar Court ==> Do not enter at main entrance on Kifer Road\, EAG Labs\, 810 Kifer Road\, Sunnyvale\, California\, California\, United States\, 95051
URL:https://svec.org/event/thermal-analysis-for-thermal-challenges-with-heterogeneous-packaging/
LOCATION:Bldg: ==> Use corner entrance: Kifer Road / San Lucar Court ==> Do not enter at main entrance on Kifer Road\, EAG Labs\, 810 Kifer Road\, Sunnyvale\, California\, California\, United States\, 95051
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250305T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250305T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250216T000403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T000403Z
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SUMMARY:Research Institute Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Research Institute welcomes you to our Open House on March 5\, 12-2pm\, in CCSRE Building 360. We are excited to bring together our vibrant community of faculty\, staff\, and students to celebrate research achievements\, announce new initiatives\, and share information on participating in our activities. We are pleased to also honor the recipient of the first Research Institute Mentoring Award at this event. RSVP to attend this afternoon of conversation\, food\, giveaways\, and community-building activities\, and complete this form to participate.\nRSVP
URL:https://svec.org/event/research-institute-open-house/
LOCATION:Building 360
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250222T081805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T081805Z
UID:66404-1740819600-1740834000@svec.org
SUMMARY:SFBAC Officers Training
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS FOR CHAPTER OFFICERS OF SANTA CLARA VALLEY SECTION\, SAN FRANCISCO SECTION AND OAKLAND-EAST BAY SECTION ONLY\nGreetings!\nThis year's officer training is being conducted for officers of San Francisco Bay Area Council at the Plug and Play Tech Center in San Jose\, CA. This is meant to provide the Chapter officers with training related to the different aspects of the chapter operations. Below are some of the topics that will be covered in the training:\n1. vTools\n2. Concur Expense\n3. Nextgen banking and reporting\n4. Senior member elevation program\n5. How to run an effective chapter\n6. Web presence\nAgenda:\nTopic	Speaker\nIEEE – Update from Past President	Tom Coughlin (IEEE Past President)	9:00\nR6 Update	Joseph Wei (R6 Director)	9:20\nNextgen Banking	Liliane Peters	9:40\nConcur	Liliane Peters	10:00\nBreak		10:20\nvTools	Ed Aoki	10:30\nOUAnalytics	Ed Aoki	11:00\nSenior Member Elevation	Saman Sarraf	11:20\nHow to run an effective chapter	Glenn Friedman	11:30\nweb presence	Liliane Peters	11:50\neGrid submissions	Liliane Peters	12:10\nLunch		12:25\n440 N Wolfe Rd\, Sunnyvale\, California\, United States\, 94085
URL:https://svec.org/event/sfbac-officers-training/
LOCATION:440 N Wolfe Rd\, Sunnyvale\, California\, United States\, 94085
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250228T013000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250228T030000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250222T001820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T001820Z
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SUMMARY:A3C Winter Community Study Break
DESCRIPTION:We’re very excited to announce that our A3C Winter Community Social is coming up on 2/27\, from 5:30 – 7:00 pm\, in the A3C couchroom! All are welcome to join us for some de-stressing\, games\, and snacks to take a much-needed study break. ????‍????\nThis social is a space intended for all members of the A3C community. We will have Southeast Asian food for those who RSVP here!\nPlease RSVP by Tuesday\, February 25th at noon. Can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://svec.org/event/a3c-winter-community-study-break/
LOCATION:Asian American Activities Center\, A3C Couchroom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250226T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250215T000417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T000417Z
UID:66109-1740596400-1740600000@svec.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to NVivo
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://svec.org/event/introduction-to-nvivo-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250225T083310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T083310Z
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SUMMARY:General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:General meetings have members divide into project groups.\nThis meeting will have members work on the e-bike project.\n1. Previous Updates (02/16):\n– Caleb is learning micro python to control the motor controller\n– Luke is finding chains\, rubber wheels\, sprocket\, and method to connect them all\n– Daniel is looking for a power supply to test the motor.\n2. New Updates (02/21):\n– John is working with Luke to select chain\, sprocket\, and wheel.\ni) Axle will be keyed.\nii) Multiple shaft collars will hold the parts in place.\n– Luke and Matthew are creating models for mounting vertical bolt and axle.\n– Caleb is continuing to work on micro python code but is having difficulty due to a lack of knowledge.\n– No update from Daniel.\n– Xander is going to contact Daniel to make a CAD model\n– Jose and Devaughn have created a Github for code\, have settled NFC\, and are planning on printing an enclosure.\nAgenda:\nMeeting slides (174-176): https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1cxReuKa8BndIa0S79J3uuAGumdFhB0AkSKqupEiRmlI/edit?usp=sharing\nRoom: 170\, Bldg: SSB\, 5200 Lake Rd\, Merced\, California\, United States\, 95343
URL:https://svec.org/event/general-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Room: 170\, Bldg: SSB\, 5200 Lake Rd\, Merced\, California\, United States\, 95343
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250201T070306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T070306Z
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SUMMARY:SSIT 2025 Plans\, ISTAS25\, and Pizza
DESCRIPTION:Pizza and AI – What could be more popular and pervasive?\nJoin us for our 1st 2025 SSIT meeting where we'll cover our SSIT Chapter activities for 2025 and plans for the upcoming "AI Evolution & Revolution" ISTAS25 – International Symposium on Technology and Society (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https%3A%2F%2Fattend.ieee.org%2Fistas-2025%2F__%3B!!MLMg-p0Z!ABRUJQYgifDxF3YsCTKlXJYncGyvsnxACs2DuNcjd5kOxADLZKVUaVwB3yqIzqkykeR15osh_ng3WhE%24&data=05%7C02%7C%7C702a87b5f7ed42d97d0a08dd413461d7%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638738415409059423%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rc7QH%2F3txdoqzsZCsnRau7uCwLENwkmpmwCARoY6dVk%3D&reserved=0) conference.\nWe are busy planning the ISTAS25 Conference for September 10-13 at Santa Clara University and would like to share our theme and current plans. We welcome ideas about our programs and sponsorships as well as volunteers for the committees.\nLet's also scope out topics for semi-monthly SSIT meetings that will interest you over an informal pizza dinner.\nAgenda:\n6:00 PM Intros and Pizza\n6:15 PM SSIT Chapter Plans and Topics\n6:45 PM ISTAS25 Overview and Opportunities\n7:30 PM Adjourn\nRoom:  4021\, Bldg: SCDI\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara University\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
URL:https://svec.org/event/ssit-2025-plans-istas25-and-pizza/
LOCATION:Room:  4021\, Bldg: SCDI\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara University\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250201T070306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250201T070306Z
UID:65312-1740506400-1740511800@svec.org
SUMMARY:SSIT 2025 Plans\, ISTAS25\, and Pizza
DESCRIPTION:Pizza and AI – What could be more popular and pervasive?\nJoin us for our 1st 2025 SSIT meeting where we'll cover our SSIT Chapter activities for 2025 and plans for the upcoming "AI Evolution & Revolution" ISTAS25 – International Symposium on Technology and Society (https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.com%2Fv3%2F__https%3A%2F%2Fattend.ieee.org%2Fistas-2025%2F__%3B!!MLMg-p0Z!ABRUJQYgifDxF3YsCTKlXJYncGyvsnxACs2DuNcjd5kOxADLZKVUaVwB3yqIzqkykeR15osh_ng3WhE%24&data=05%7C02%7C%7C702a87b5f7ed42d97d0a08dd413461d7%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638738415409059423%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rc7QH%2F3txdoqzsZCsnRau7uCwLENwkmpmwCARoY6dVk%3D&reserved=0) conference.\nWe are busy planning the ISTAS25 Conference for September 10-13 at Santa Clara University and would like to share our theme and current plans. We welcome ideas about our programs and sponsorships as well as volunteers for the committees.\nLet's also scope out topics for semi-monthly SSIT meetings that will interest you over an informal pizza dinner.\nAgenda:\n6:00 PM Intros and Pizza\n6:15 PM SSIT Chapter Plans and Topics\n6:45 PM ISTAS25 Overview and Opportunities\n7:30 PM Adjourn\nRoom:  4021\, Bldg: SCDI\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara University\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
URL:https://svec.org/event/ssit-2025-plans-istas25-and-pizza/
LOCATION:Room:  4021\, Bldg: SCDI\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara University\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250215T080304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250215T080304Z
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SUMMARY:From Video to Virtual: Object-centric 3D scene understanding from videos
DESCRIPTION:The growing demand for immersive\, interactive experiences has underscored the importance of 3D data in understanding our surroundings. Traditional methods for capturing 3D data are often complex and equipment-intensive. In contrast\, my research aims to utilize unconstrained videos\, such as those from augmented reality glasses\, to effortlessly capture scenes and objects in their full 3D complexity. As a first step\, I will describe a method to incorporate Epipolar Geometry priors in multi-view Transformer models to enable identifying objects across extreme pose variations. Next\, I will discuss my work "Contrastive Lift" on 3D object segmentation using 2D pre-trained foundation models\, following which I will talk about addressing the same problem using language.\nSpeaker(s): Yash Bhalgat\nAgenda:\n– Invited talk from Yash Bhalgat the final year PhD student at University of Oxford's Visual Geometry Group (VGG) supervised by Andrew Zisserman\, Andrea Vedaldi\, Joao Henriques and Iro Laina.\n– Q/A Session\nVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/468355
URL:https://svec.org/event/from-video-to-virtual-object-centric-3d-scene-understanding-from-videos/
LOCATION:Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/468355
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=-08:00:20250224T183000
DTEND;TZID=-08:00:20250224T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250128T100308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T100308Z
UID:65071-1740421800-1740432600@svec.org
SUMMARY:Building Advanced AI Applications and Agents in One Hour
DESCRIPTION:**ADDRESS** (Hybrid\, in person or by zoom\, you choose)\nValley Research Park\n319 North Bernardo Avenue\nMountain View\, CA CA 93043\nIf you want to join remotely\, you can submit questions via Zoom Q&A. The zoom link: \n**Join via YouTube:** \n**AGENDA**\n6:30 Door opens\, food and networking (we invite honor system contributions)\n**7:00** SFBayACM upcoming events\, introduce the speaker\n7:15 speaker presentation starts\n8:15 – 9:15 finish\, depending on Q&A \n**TALK DESCRIPTION:**\nThis workshop combines the best of two engaging sessions\, offering a comprehensive and hands-on experience in building advanced AI applications and AI agents. We will use the state-of-the-art Large Language Models (LLMs) and Vision Language Models(VLMs) to explain the process. Participants will explore practical techniques to leverage these powerful models for tasks such as Natural Language Understanding (NLU)\, Natural Language Processing (NLP)\, decision-making\, text/image generation\, and task automation. This workshop enables attendees to understand the essential topics\, including open-source package requirements in Python\, model selection\, fine-tuning\, and integrating external data sources. The session covers the design and implementation of AI agents by utilizing open-source models like Llama for tuning parameters and deploying real-world AI solutions. Emphasis will be placed on architecture design\, training optimization\, scalability\, efficiency\, and ethical considerations. The workshop will adapt its use case and model selection (e.g.\, language agent vs. vision agent) based on the audience’s background to ensure relevance and effectiveness of the session. By the end of the session\, participants will have the foundational knowledge and skills to effectively create and deploy full-stack AI applications and agents tailored to their fields of interest. \n**SPEAKER BIO:**\nDr. Mehdi Bahrami is a Senior Member of both ACM and IEEE. He is a Principal Researcher at Fujitsu Research of America in California. With expertise in Generative AI\, Applied Machine Learning\, and diverse API integration at scale\, his work focuses on advancing cutting-edge AI technologies. He holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California\, Merced. Dr. Bahrami has over 15 years of software industry experience\, complemented by more than five years of academic engagement\, all toward contributing to AutoML\, Natural Language Processing\, and Generative AI. \nDr. Bahrami is a recipient of several awards\, such as the 2024 IEEE Outstanding Engineer Award for his “pioneering contributions to generative AI and API automation”\, the 2024 Fujitsu Research Group Head’s Award for “achievements in AI trust technologies”\, and the 2016 ACM ICN Best Demo Award. He has also received prestigious fellowships and leadership awards during his doctoral studies\, such as the Fletcher Jones Fellowship and the Distinguished Leadership Award. Dr. Bahrami is the author of over 30 publications and the inventor of more than 34 granted U.S. patents. His work has been featured in prominent media outlets\, including MIT Technology Review.\nhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mehdi-bahrami-cs/
URL:https://svec.org/event/building-advanced-ai-applications-and-agents-in-one-hour/
LOCATION:Valley Research Park\, 319 N Bernardo Ave\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250207T074809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T074809Z
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SUMMARY:Title: Trend and Opportunities for High-Speed (GS/s) ADCs
DESCRIPTION:Title: Trend and Opportunies for High-Speed (GS/s) ADCs\nAbstract: Analog to digital converter (ADC) is a critical building block for most electronic systems. Many\nwideband electronic systems (such as wireless and wireline communications) favor digitization of analog\nsignal with increasing bandwidth (>GHz) and fidelity; at the same time\, demand a low area/power\nconsumption. It leads to a great interest in high-speed ADCs in recent years. In this talk\, I will describe\nthe recent trend of high-speed (>GS/s) ADC. Many existing works leverage massively interleaved SAR\nADCs. On the other hand\, there are emerging opportunities to quantize the analog signal in time domain\nwith high speed. I will introduce a few ADC architectures and/or techniques that demonstrate promises\nin achieving high conversion rate but at a low area and/or power consumption\, including some silicon\nexamples developed in my research group.\nSpeaker(s): Mike Chen\,\nAgenda:\nNetworking: 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm (PT)\nPresentation: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm (PT)\nRoom: 116\, Bldg: Bergin Hall\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara University\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
URL:https://svec.org/event/title-trend-and-opportunities-for-high-speed-gs-s-adcs/
LOCATION:Room: 116\, Bldg: Bergin Hall\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara University\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250122T060917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T060917Z
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SUMMARY:From Lab to Startup: Navigating the Journey from Academia to Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning from academia to entrepreneurship presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. This presentation chronicles my journey from earning a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology to co-founding Falcomm\, Inc.\, a venture-backed fabless semiconductor startup specializing in ultra-efficient power amplifiers for 5G and beyond. Drawing on experiences from academic research in zero-power RF/mm-wave signal processing and novel power amplifier designs\, I discuss how the foundational skills and insights gained in academia shaped my approach to solving real-world problems.\nThe presentation highlights the pivotal moments in this transition\, including identifying a market need\, securing venture capital funding\, navigating team dynamics\, and establishing partnerships with industry leaders like GlobalFoundries. I also share lessons learned about bridging the gap between theoretical innovation and practical implementation\, as well as the mindset shifts required to thrive as both a researcher and a CEO.\nThis talk aims to inspire academics and aspiring entrepreneurs to recognize the transferable skills inherent in their work\, embrace calculated risks\, and leverage their expertise to make a meaningful impact in industry. It also emphasizes the importance of persistence\, adaptability\,\nand collaboration in the pursuit of building a startup from the ground up.\nSpeaker(s): Edgar\,\nRoom: 4021\, Bldg: Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation\, Santa Clara University\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
URL:https://svec.org/event/from-lab-to-startup-navigating-the-journey-from-academia-to-entrepreneurship/
LOCATION:Room: 4021\, Bldg: Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation\, Santa Clara University\, 500 El Camino Real\, Santa Clara\, California\, United States\, 95053
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250219T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250122T060916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T060916Z
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SUMMARY:Eighth Annual Symposium on Heterogeneous Integration Roadmap and Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Future Vision for Heterogeneous Integration from Global Perspectives\, 3 days\, keynote talks\, working groups …\nRegistration is $140 ($115 for IEEE members). PayPal is the credit card payments processor; please do not use your Paypal account during the payment process here.\nWhen you get to the Visitor Parking area\, staff will guide you to available section\, and to the South Tower to check in and get your badge.\nSpeaker(s): \, \, \,\nAgenda:\nCheck (https://eps.ieee.org/technology/heterogeneous-integration-roadmap/annual-hir-conference.html) FOR LATEST UPDATES and speaker bios.\nDay 1 – Wednesday February 19\, 2025\nForum on AI & Energy Efficiency and Advanced Packaging Metrology\n9:00 am – 10:30 am Data Center AI & Energy Efficiency Forum Srilatha Manne (AMD)\, Arman Shehabi(LBL)\, Moderator: John Shalf\n10:30 am – 10:40 am coffee & tea break\n10:40 am – 12:10 pm Adv Packaging Metrology: NIST Metrology Team Paul Hale & Antara Nandi\, Moderator: Bill Chen\n12:10 pm – 1:10 pm Lunch\n1:10 pm – 1:30 pm Welcome & Agenda Review\n1:30 pm – 2:15 pm Ramune Nagisetty (NATCAST )\n2:15 pm – 2:50 pm George Orji (NIST) Keynote\n2:50 pm – 3:25 pm Henning Braunisch (SMART USA)\n3:25 pm – 4:00 pm Christopher Bailey – ASU Initiatives 4:00 pm – 4:35 pm Raj Jammy (IMEC USA)\n4:35 pm – 5:30 pm Wine Tasting Reception\nDay 2 – Thursday February 20\, 2025\n9:00 am – 9:05 am Welcome\n9:05 am – 9:30 am HIR Vision\n9:30 am – 10:05 am Dae-Woo Kim (Samsung Electronics\, South Korea)\n10:05 am – 10:40 am Madhavan Swaminathan (PSU) 10:40 am – 10:50 am Coffee & Tea Break\n10:50 am – 11:25 am Albert Heuberger (Fraunhofer Microelectronics Group)\n11:25 am – 12:00 pm Jimmy Lu (ITRI ERSO Taiwan)\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Lunch\n1:00 pm – 1:10 pm Contribution Recognition – Plaque Presentation\n1:10 pm – 3:00 pm TWG Collaboration Meeting Team 1\n3:00 pm – 3:05 pm Coffee & Tea Break\n3:05 pm – 5:00 pm TWG Collaboration Meeting Team 2\n5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Wine Tasting Reception\nDay 3 – Friday February 21\, 2025\n9:00 am – 9:10 am Welcome and Agenda Review\, Hualiang Shi\, EPS SCV Chapter Chair\n9:10 am – 9:45 am Prith Banerjee (ANSYS)\n9:45 am – 10:20 am TBD\n10:20 am – 10:30 am Coffee Break\n10:30 am – 11:05 am Srinivas Vempati (Institute of Microelectronics -IME\, Singapore)\n11:05 am – 11:40 am Subramanian Iyer (UCLA) – "AePeX America – Implementing Strategic Directions for the US Electronics Packaging Industry"\n11:40 am – 12:40 am Lunch\n12:40 pm – 2:30 pm TWG Collaboration Meeting Team 3\n2:30 pm – 2:40 pm Coffee & Tea Break\n2:40 pm – 4:30 pm TWG Collaboration Meeting Team4\n4:30 pm – 4:45 pm Conference Wrap up\nSamsung Electronics Campus\, 3655 N First Street\, San Jose\, California\, United States\, 95134
URL:https://svec.org/event/eighth-annual-symposium-on-heterogeneous-integration-roadmap-and-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Samsung Electronics Campus\, 3655 N First Street\, San Jose\, California\, United States\, 95134
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250218T185000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Abidjan:20250218T205000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20250122T060925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T063429Z
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SUMMARY:Zoom of 2025 Engineers' Week  Banquet and Hall of Fame Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:2025 SVEC Banquet to meet Hall of Fame Inductee Laurence W. Nagel\, PhD w/Keynote by Mark Seeger\, Founder of Glydways\n  \nProgram Agenda\n5:00PM – **Reception & Hall of Fame Exhibits** w/No-Host Bar\n5:50PM – **Take seats in Dining Room**\n6:00PM – **President’s Welcome** (and Dinner served)\n6:10PM – **Dinner with Colleagues and Friends**\n6:50PM – **HoF Committee Remarks**\nHall of Fame Purpose & Future Plans\n7:05PM – **SVEC Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony – Laurence W. Nagel\, PhD**\n7:25PM – **Keynote Presentation**\n**Mark Seeger\,** Founder\, Glydways\n*Disaggregated Mass Transit – How Packetizing Mobility is the Best Way to Move People*\n7:55PM – **Education Awards**\n***Yanika Schneider\, PhD*** – SVEC Board and Education Committee Chair\nSTEM Scholarship Awards and Keeper of Flame Award\n8:10PM – **Program Close** \nJoin us for an exciting evening at the **Delta Hotels by Marriott** Santa Clara Silicon Valley in Santa Clara\, CA\, USA. The SVEC-CA Annual Banquet is a must-attend event for engineering enthusiasts\, professionals\, and students alike. \nThe Silicon Valley Engineering Council (SVEC) proudly presents the **35th Annual Engineers Week Banquet and Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony** on Tuesday\, February 18\, 2025. The SVEC honors outstanding individuals for their contributions by welcoming them into its Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame ceremony recognizes local engineers for their outstanding professional achievements\, both in engineering and technology\, and for significant contributions to the community. The banquet will also feature a distinguished keynote speaker\, **education scholarship** **awards** to students for academic excellence and the **Keeper of the Flame Award**. \n**Sponsorship Opportunities Available**This year is the 35th Anniversary of The Silicon Valley Engineering Banquet and Hall of Fame Ceremony. This is a great opportunity to expose your organization or company to Silicon Valley’s eminent engineers and technologists\, sponsor scholarships and help SVEC’s mission. [Please see details here](https://svec.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d94ae2aa113f9036ed9e11acd&id=d21aba0786&e=0deedaf58e). \nMeet the Silicon Valley Engineering Hall of Fame 2025 Inductee – Laurence W. Nagel\, PhD\n  \nLaurence W. Nagel\, PhD is a renowned developer of integrated circuit simulation software\, having developed a program named “Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis\,” commonly called SPICE\, which launched a cottage industry of circuit simulation tools that have been used throughout the world since the early 1970s.\nLarry’s career includes 20 years at Bell Laboratories working on the ADVICE circuit simulation program\, process and device simulation tools\, development of the Kull-Nagel bipolar model\, sub-micron NMOS processes\, patent licensing and the Celerity circuit simulation program.\nIn recent years\, as the founder of Omega Enterprises Consulting\, he has been advising clients in Analog circuit design\, Computer-Aided Design (CAD)\, circuit simulation (SPICE)\, semiconductor device modeling and is often an expert witness in patent litigation and trade secret cases.\nLarry earned his BS\, MS\, and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering at the University of California-Berkeley. He became an IEEE Fellow in 2005 “for contributions to the field of integrated circuit simulation\,” and is now an IEEE Life Fellow. SPICE was recognized with an IEEE Milestone in 2011\, and Dr. Nagel participated in its Computer History Museum dedication. \n Keynote Speaker – Mark Seeger\, Founder\, Glydways\nMark Seeger founded Glydways to activate his vision: a form of public transit that can move more people than rail\, using less than half of the space\, which costs 90% less to build and operate while providing a private and on-demand ride every time. Most crucially\, this solution can be delivered with commodity technology leveraging existing supply chains. Born in the Netherlands\, Mark has spent equal parts of his life in Holland\, Singapore\, and the United States\, giving him insight and experience into regional opportunities and challenges that exist to dramatically change how we as a society move. \nPrior to founding Glydways\, Mark had early careers at NASA and Apple; founded the biodegradable plastics company GreenIdea in Singapore (sold); the electric motorcycle company Mission Motorcycles and Mission Marine; as well built initiatives that focused on low-cost\, high-efficiency air-conditioning for third-world countries with his company GeoCool (sold). \nMark holds an MBA and MS in Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and resides in Brisbane\, CA. \nSVEC Engineering Education Awards\nSVEC recognizes teachers of STEM education and promotes their efforts and accomplishments and encourages STEM students who wish to pursue engineering degrees at higher education institutions. \nSVEC High School Award – The Silicon Valley Engineering Council Engineering Education awards recognize young engineering and technology students for their dedication\, focus\, and commitment to engineering. Engineering and Technology students graduating from high school are eligible. The award is $500 and students may receive an SVEC Education award only once. Recognizes high school engineering and technology students for their dedication\, focus\, and commitment to engineering. [https://form.jotform.com/241876833791167](https://svec.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d94ae2aa113f9036ed9e11acd&id=bcd082119a&e=0deedaf58e) \nSVEC College Award \nThe Silicon Valley Engineering Council Engineering Education awards recognize undergraduate engineering and technology students for their dedication\, focus\, and commitment to engineering. Engineering and Technology. The one-time award is $1\,000 and students may receive an SVEC Education award only once.[https://form.jotform.com/241876962062161](https://svec.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d94ae2aa113f9036ed9e11acd&id=b07ae346d4&e=0deedaf58e) \nSVEC Graduate Student Award \nThe Silicon Valley Engineering Council Engineering Education awards recognize graduate engineering and technology students for their dedication\, focus\, and commitment to engineering. Engineering and Technology. The one-time award is $1\,000 and students may receive an SVEC Education award only once. [https://form.jotform.com/241876801296162](https://svec.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d94ae2aa113f9036ed9e11acd&id=028ffe723f&e=0deedaf58e) \nKeeper of the Flame Award\nThe purpose is to promote high standards of content and rigor in Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, and Mathematics (STEM) Education. The SVEC Keeper of the Flame award recognizes and honors those heroes of K-12 education who have distinguished themselves as Keepers of the Flame of knowledge by maintaining high standards of content in STEM instruction in the face of significant challenges. This award is not intended just to recognize outstanding teaching ability. The award will consist of a cash grant of $1000 given directly to the winning teacher. The award funds are to be used by the teacher for educational purposes. Up to two teachers will be recognized each year.[https://form.jotform.com/241876985745174](https://svec.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d94ae2aa113f9036ed9e11acd&id=538656ae0a&e=0deedaf58e) \n**Purchase Tickets** \n**General Admission**: $110\, **Members** $99 \n(tickets go up $15 after January 15) \n**Full table tickets** (10 diners) $1100 (thru January 15)\, $1250 after \nMeal choices include:\nSeared Salmon with brown rice quinoa\, glazed carrots\, citrus herb bur blanc.\nRoasted Chicken with red wine pan reduction\, mashed potatoes\, roasted mushrooms and spinach.\nVegetarian Spinach Ricotta Ravioli with pesto creme sauce\, sautéed spinach\, and cherry tomatoes.\nDietary restriction meal selections upon request.\nIncludes wine\, coffee\, tea\, salad and dessert. \nTickets can be purchased by sending a check to Silicon Valley Engineering Council\, PO Box 610385\, San Jose CA 95161 (saves SVEC the processing fee) or via Zelle to [treasurer@svec-ca.org](mailto:treasurer@svec-ca.org) or through EventBrite by clicking [Buy Tickets (Early Bird Prices to 1/16)](https://svec.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d94ae2aa113f9036ed9e11acd&id=cfd51dcdaa&e=0deedaf58e “Buy Tickets (Early Bird Prices to 1/16)”) \n 
URL:https://svec.org/event/zoom-of-2025-engineers-week-banquet-and-hall-of-fame-ceremony/
LOCATION:Online event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T122910
CREATED:20241231T233431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T214527Z
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SUMMARY:35th Annual Engineers Week Banquet and Hall of Fame Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exciting evening at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Santa Clara Silicon Valley in Santa Clara\, CA\, USA. The SVEC-CA Annual Banquet is a must-attend event for engineering enthusiasts\, professionals\, and students alike. \nThe Silicon Valley Engineering Council (SVEC) proudly presents the 35th annual Engineers Week Banquet and Hall of Fame Awards Ceremony on Tuesday\, February 18\, 2025. \nThis year\, the Silicon Valley Engineering Hall of Fame Selection Committee is honored to announce that Laurence W. Nagel\, PhD has been selected as the 2025 Hall of Fame inductee. \nThis year’s banquet will feature a keynote by Mark Seeger\, Founder of Glydways entitled: \nDisaggregated Mass Transit – How Packetizing Mobility is the Best Way to Move People  \nSVEC Education Scholarship awards twill be awarded o students for academic excellence and to an area teacher for the Keeper of the Flame Award. \nFor more information and to purchase tickets\, click here. \nFor Sponsorship Opportunities\, click here. \nGeneral Admission tickets $110 (until January 15)\, $125 after Full table tickets (10 diners) $1100 (until January 15)\, $1250 after. Click here to purchase tickets. \nMeal choices include chicken breast\, pan seared salmon\, or vegetarian spinach ravioi. Dietary restriction meal selections upon request. \nIncludes coffee\, tea\, wine\, salad and dessert. \nTickets can also be purchased by sending a check to Silicon Valley Engineering Council\, PO Box 610385\, San Jose CA 95161 or by Zelle (account is treasurer@svec-ca.org).
URL:https://svec.org/event/35th-annual-engineers-week-banquet-and-hall-of-fame-ceremony/
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SUMMARY:Industry Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Industry Night\, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect face-to-face with local company recruiters and industry professionals. This is your chance to network\, ask questions\, and submit your resume for potential opportunities. Don’t miss out on this valuable event to expand your professional connections!\nSanta Clara\, California\, United States
URL:https://svec.org/event/industry-night-2/
LOCATION:Santa Clara\, 6000 California City Blvd\, California City\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250217T170000
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SUMMARY:Industry Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Industry Night\, where you’ll have the opportunity to connect face-to-face with local company recruiters and industry professionals. This is your chance to network\, ask questions\, and submit your resume for potential opportunities. Don’t miss out on this valuable event to expand your professional connections!\nSanta Clara\, California\, United States
URL:https://svec.org/event/industry-night/
LOCATION:Santa Clara\, 6000 California City Blvd\, California City\, CA\, United States
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