Silicon Valley Engineering Council

Panel discussion - From Prompt to Production: Operationalizing Agentic LLM Systems
2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 (US/Pacific) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494702
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Synopsis:
As large language models (LLMs) evolve from static, prompt-based tools into autonomous, agentic systems capable of reasoning, planning, and acting with minimal human oversight, organizations face an exciting yet complex frontier. These advanced systems hold the potential to revolutionize enterprise workflows, developer tools, and customer-facing applications—but realizing that potential requires navigating a host of technical and ethical challenges.
This panel brings together leading voices from AI research, infrastructure engineering, and real-world application domains to discuss how agentic LLM systems are moving from lab experiments to production-grade deployments. Panelists will explore critical topics such as orchestration, safety, observability, and evaluation, while offering hard-earned lessons from deploying these systems at scale.
Whether you're building tools for developers, integrating LLM agents into enterprise pipelines, or shaping the next wave of intelligent products, this discussion will equip you with the strategic and technical know-how to bring agentic AI into impactful, everyday use. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn what it truly takes to operationalize the future of AI.
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Speaker(s): Yubin Kim, Gautam Solaimalai, Shaleen Kumar Gupta, Vishal Jain, Rahul Raja, Harsh Varshney
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494702

Special $25 IEEE member registration fees (a $935 value) for attending Wearable Technologies Conference USA at the Computer History Museum on September 16 - 17
2025-09-16 09:00 - 2025-09-17 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 1401 N Shoreline Blvd.,, Mountain View, California, United States, 94043
Hosted by IEEE SFBA CTSoC and EMBS Chapters
We’re thrilled to invite you to the Wearable Technologies Conference 2025 USA, happening September 16–17 at the iconic Computer History Museum in Mountain View, CA.
Event: (https://wearable-technologies.com/events/wt-wearable-technologies-conference-2025-usa)
Location: Computer History Museum, Mountain View, CA
Agenda: (https://wearable-technologies.com/e-agenda/wt-conference-us-2025—agenda)
IEEE Member Discounted Ticket price: Just $25! (Regular: $935)
To get the discounted price, in the ticket store: https://store.wearable-technologies.com/product-selection.html?e=WTUS_25 (valid for both conference days and the evening reception). Select "Are you an IEEE member?", fill out your name, email and IEEE membership number. A special IEEE discount code will be email to you.
(Thanks to joint sponsorship from SFBA CTSoc & EMBS, to make this incredible discount possible)
Featured Speakers Include:
– Daniel Kraft, M.D. – Founder, NextMed Health & Digital Health
– Angela McIntyre – Executive Director, Stanford eWEAR
– Walter Greenleaf, PhD – Neuroscientist & Medical Technology Developer, Stanford University
– Adrian Condon – CTO, B-Secur
– Alen Juginovic – Postdoctoral Researcher, Harvard Medical School
– Catherine Liao – Chief Strategy Officer, Cardiex
– Pieris Berreitter – Director of Engineering, HP
– John Rootenberg – Principal Director, Digital Safety & Decision Support, Genentech/Roche
Expect a stellar lineup of speakers, engaging sessions, and excellent networking opportunities. Special thanks to our dedicated officers for their outreach and efforts in securing this opportunity—please take full advantage!
Why Attend?
Connect – Network with top innovators, researchers, and industry leaders across the wearable tech ecosystem.
Learn – Gain cutting-edge insights from global experts on topics like digital health, AI in wearables, smart patches, and longevity tech.
Discover – Explore the latest breakthroughs in wearable technology—from biosensors to AI-powered devices—through live demos and exhibits.
Grow – Leverage the WT platform for unique business development opportunities and lead generation.
Be Seen – Engage with international media and elevate your brand visibility in the global wearable tech space.
Don't miss this opportunity to engage with the future of wearable tech!
Best regards,
IEEE SFBA CTSoc and EMBS Chapters
Co-sponsored by: Wearable Technologies Conference
Agenda:
Agenda: (https://wearable-technologies.com/e-agenda/wt-conference-us-2025—agenda)
1401 N Shoreline Blvd.,, Mountain View, California, United States, 94043

Join Us for the Launch of IEEE WIE SF's Exciting New Affinity Group!
2025-09-13 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/498076
Join Us for the Launch of IEEE WIE SF's Exciting New Affinity Group!
Dear IEEE Women in Engineering San Francisco Members,
We are thrilled to invite you to the launch for our brand-new affinity group – IEEE WIE SF chapter! This is a momentous occasion as we expand our community and create new opportunities for professional growth, networking, and collaboration.
Event Details
What: IEEE WIE SF Chapter Launch
When: Saturday, September 13 · 10:00 – 11:00am PST
Where: WIE SF Chapter Launch
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/iot-sxqt-wdp
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 336-914-1177‬ PIN: ‪859 461 984‬#
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/iot-sxqt-wdp?pin=5371246670807
Who: All IEEE WIE SF chapter members are welcome!
What to Expect :
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– Welcome and introductions from Chair Sneha Vasudevan and Vice-Chair Ammara Ghani
– Member introductions and networking session
– Collaborative discussion to share experiences and professional backgrounds
– Overview of the chapter's vision and goals for the upcoming year
Why Join?
This new affinity group represents an exciting opportunity to:
– Connect with like-minded women engineers in the SF area
– Access specialized professional development resources
– Participate in targeted networking events and workshops
– Contribute to shaping the future of women in engineering locally
– Build lasting professional relationships and mentorship opportunities
We can't wait to see you there and begin this exciting new chapter together! Your participation and enthusiasm will be instrumental in making this affinity group a tremendous success.
For questions or additional information, please contact:
Sneha Vasudevan, Chair, IEEE WIE SF Chapter at snehav@ieee.org.
Let's come together to strengthen our WIE community and empower the next generation of women engineers!
Agenda:
Agenda for the 1 hour launch event :
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– Welcome and introductions from Chair Sneha Vasudevan and Vice-Chair Ammara Ghani
– Member introductions and networking session
– Collaborative discussion to share experiences and professional backgrounds
– Overview of the chapter's vision and goals for the upcoming year
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/498076

Tape Roadmap and Challenges with using new High Areal Density Tapes
2025-09-11 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 1120 Ringwood Ct, San Jose, California, United States, 95131, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491103
As the LTO tape roadmap advances toward significantly higher capacities, the industry is undergoing a paradigm shift in how those gains are achieved. Traditionally, increased capacity came from expanding tape length and increasing linear bit and track densities together, enabled by larger recorded bits on thicker media. However, beginning with LTO-8, the focus has shifted to higher track densities and thinner, longer tape substrates—a transformation that brings both opportunity and complexity.
This transition introduces a new set of engineering and operational challenges. With thinner media and smaller recorded bit dimensions, the number of wraps and head passes per full volume increases significantly. As a result, tape systems are becoming more sensitive to environmental conditions, including temperature, humidity, and airborne debris. These changes mainly due to smaller bit dimensions place added pressure on Tape Dimensional Stability (TDS) control mechanisms and contribute to elevated Tape Alerts and Drive Errors, especially in real-world usage scenarios.
Innovations in LTO-10, such as the tilted head and servo format architecture (the Pisa head) and new cleaning mechanisms, represent a major leap in addressing these challenges. This new format allows precise compensation for tape dimensional changes, improving tape-to-head alignment. However, such innovations are just one part of the broader strategy needed to ensure reliable tape performance at scale.
In parallel, modern data architectures are redefining tape’s role. Tapes are no longer just archival media stored offsite for disaster recovery. In today’s tiered storage ecosystems, data on tape must be randomly accessible, highly durable, and maintain multi-9s reliability over lifespans exceeding ten years. This shift requires that tapes perform reliably not just at write time, but throughout their lifecycle as active data assets.
To meet these demands, the industry must adopt:
– Advanced host-level tape and drive management algorithms
– Researching and implementing ML based algorithms for Real world tape Alerts and errors and estimating data durability and availability
– Integration of erasure coding, redundancy models with new RAIL based Library architectures
This presentation will focus into the magnetic data tape technological innovations, real-world tape alerts and errors, and architectural changes shaping the next generation of tape storage. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the interplay between environmental variables and system performance, and how innovation at system and Library level is essential to ensuring long-term reliability in this new era of high-capacity tape systems.
Speaker(s): Turguy,
Agenda:
6:30 – 7:00 Socializing and Networking at Quadrant
6:55 Zoom session will be online with Waiting Room
7:00 – 7:45 Lecture begins, online and in person
7:45 – 8:00 Questions and Answers
1120 Ringwood Ct, San Jose, California, United States, 95131, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/491103

Oregon ComSoc: The Next Leap in Wireless: Inside the Evolution from Wi-Fi 7 to 8
2025-09-11 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/497970
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Abstract:
The arrival of Wi-Fi 7 in early 2024, based on IEEE 802.11be, marks a paradigm shift in wireless networking—moving from single-link connections toward collaborative multi-link operation, enabling greater capacity and lower latency. With multi-link operation, Wi-Fi 7 can achieve a maximum throughput of 30 Gbps.
While this peak throughput supports most existing applications, it falls short of meeting the strict reliability demands of emerging use cases such as the metaverse, augmented and virtual reality, robotics, and industrial automation. These challenges are driving the development of the next generation—Wi-Fi 8.
To address these needs, the IEEE 802.11 Task Group bn has been established to define Ultra High Reliability (UHR) PHY and MAC layers. Their goal is to improve WLAN reliability, reduce latency, enhance manageability, and increase throughput across varying signal-to-noise ratios (SNRs).
In this talk, we will identify and describe the key PHY and MAC elements that will shape Wi-Fi 8, which will operate in the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands. We will also discuss the enabling mechanisms under design and present performance results where appropriate.
Bio:
Dr. Cheng Chen is a Senior Staff Wireless Standards Engineer at Intel Corporation. He leads Intel's standardization efforts on Wi-Fi sensing (802.11bf) and integrated millimeter wave (802.11bq) within the IEEE 802.11 Working Group, as well as Intel's Wi-Fi certification programs within the Wi-Fi Alliance. He currently serves as Editor for the IEEE 802.11bq Task Group, Technical Editor for the Wi-Fi 7 Technical Task Group, and Vice Chair of the Wi-Fi Sensing Task Group in the Wi-Fi Alliance. He previously served as Technical Editor for the Wi-Fi 6 Technical Task Group (July 2021–June 2022).
Dr. Chen is a Senior Member of the IEEE and an IEEE ComSoc Distinguished Lecturer for the 2025–2026 term. He is an active contributor and voting member of multiple IEEE 802.11 standards, including 802.11ay (Next-generation 60 GHz Wi-Fi), 802.11be (Extremely High Throughput), 802.11bf (WLAN Sensing), 802.11bn (Ultra High Reliability), and 802.11bq (Integrated Millimeter Wave). He also contributes to several Wi-Fi Alliance certification programs, including Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 7, and Wi-Fi sensing.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions across standards forums, Dr. Chen has received multiple awards, including the IEEE Standards Association Award for Outstanding Contributions to IEEE 802.11ay and the Wi-Fi Alliance Leadership Recognition Award for the Wi-Fi 6 launch.
Dr. Chen earned his B.E. degree in Electronics and Information Engineering from Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China, in 2011, and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering from Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, in 2013 and 2016, respectively.
Co-sponsored by: Pradeep Kumar
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/497970

Coding's Evolving Future
Google Visitor Experience, Google Visitor Experience 2000 N Shoreline Blvd US,, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
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Coding has revolutionized our world. From Ada Lovelace’s early ideas in the 1800s to today’s sophisticated, automated code, we’ve witnessed an extraordinary transformation.
We’ve moved from painstakingly writing every instruction to simply telling computers what we want them to achieve.
But as our tech gets smarter, it’s worth asking: What are we gaining, and what might we be losing in this rapid evolution?
Join tech consultant Ronald Petty as we explore how our relationship with code and machines has changed through history. We’ll delve into technology’s expanding accessibility, the shifting landscape of creativity, and what it truly means to be a coder when powerful tools can write software for anyone.
In this engaging session we’ll cover:
* **The evolution of coding tools:** From early punch cards to intuitive drag-and-drop interfaces and advanced automation helpers.
* **Participation in the evolution:** Who gets to join the tech world and why it still matters that everyone has an opportunity.
* **The shifting meaning of code:** How coding has transitioned from corporate control to today’s open, community-led projects.
* **Influences on innovation:** The impact of regulations, education, and business trends on how and why we code.
* **Live demos and surprising stories:** Discover why coding has always been more human than we think.

IEEE International Symposium on Technology and Society (ISTAS25)
2025-09-10 09:00 - 2025-09-12 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bldg: Sobrato Innovation Building (SCDI – Building 402)., Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, California, United States, 95053, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494179
The IEEE International Symposium on Technology and Society (ISTAS) is the flagship conference of the IEEE’s Society on Social Implications of Technology (SSIT).
ISTAS is a multi/inter/trans‐disciplinary forum for engineers, policy makers, entrepreneurs, philosophers, researchers, social scientists, technologists, and polymaths to collaborate, exchange experiences, and discuss the social implications of technology.
Hosted by the Santa Clara University (California, USA), ISTAS25 runs from 10-12 September, and will be live and virtual.
Speaker(s): , ,
Bldg: Sobrato Innovation Building (SCDI – Building 402)., Santa Clara University, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, California, United States, 95053, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494179

Startup Funding & Trends in Silicon Valley and Beyond
2025-09-09 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 567 Yosemite Dr, Milpitas, California, United States, 95035, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496564
This is a hybrid in-person and online event. Pre-registration is required for either.
About 40% of all venture capital is invested in Silicon Valley and the Bay Area, making it the leading global startup hub. It is thus a magnet for founders looking for a deep pool of technical talent, and for investors looking for the next unicorn. AI has intensified this effect, with a staggering 73% of all AI-related venture funding coming into this area since the beginning of 2024.
In this presentation, Dawn DeBruyn will discuss how things are playing out this year for investment across AI and other sectors. This will include why 2024 was a funding “nuclear winter” for many startups, how exits (acquisitions and IPOs) – or lack thereof – drove that trend, plus the impact of ZIRP (Zero Interest-Rate Policy) and the effects of Covid on venture capital and funding. She will close with a discussion of key factors that have changed in 2025, and her outlook for Q4 and 2026.
Speaker(s): Dawn DeBruyn Novarina,
567 Yosemite Dr, Milpitas, California, United States, 95035, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496564

SSIT’s Pre-Conference STEM Workshop Day Aboard the USS Hornet Museum
2025-09-07 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum, 707 W. Hornet Ave., Alameda, California, United States, 94501
We're loooking for YP Volunteers to help instruct on this STEM Day!
Join us aboard the legendary USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum for a special STEM-Workshop Day, an event organized by the IEEE Society on Social Implications of Technology (SSIT). The IEEE REACH program and the USS Hornet related technologies will be showcased in this effort. This full-day experience is designed to engage young students (ages 12-18) and their teachers with hands-on learning, historical exploration, and interactive STEM activities; all set aboard one of the most storied aircraft carriers in U.S. history.
https://attend.ieee.org/istas-2025/ssit-stem-day/ for more information and a registration link.
Speaker(s): , ,
USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum, 707 W. Hornet Ave., Alameda, California, United States, 94501

Adjustments at the Half in 2025 to Prepare for 2026
2025-09-04 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496840
Sean Murphy, consultant at SKMurphy, Inc. will facilitate a peer-to-peer discussion for engineering managers that will help you to look back at 2025 to gather lessons learned and apply them to your plans for 2026.
Think back over projects you have delivered in 2025 and your impact on business. Are there projects that took less effort that had a large positive impact? Are there projects that took a lot of effort but seemed to have little impact? What strategies or approaches do you want to use again in 2026? Are there experiments you are going to try?
Speaker(s): Sean Murphy,
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496840

International Symposium on Computational Intelligence (ISCI) 2025 - Ethical AI
2025-09-03 08:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495321
Join us for the International Symposium on Computational Intelligence (ISCI) 2025, a premier virtual half-day event dedicated to advancing the field of Ethical AI. This symposium brings together leading researchers, practitioners, and thought leaders to explore cutting-edge developments in trustworthy, explainable, and responsible artificial intelligence.
What to Expect
– Expert Presentations – 30-45 minute talks from internationally recognized speakers
– Interactive Q&A Sessions – 15-minute discussion periods following each presentation
– Global Perspective – Speakers from India, UK, North America, and beyond
– Live Streaming – Real-time access via YouTube with archived sessions on IEEE.tv
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Stay tuned for updates on our distinguished speaker lineup.
Speaker(s): Dr. Ann Blandford,
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495321

IEEE Young Professional Happy Hour
2025-08-28 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 2940 431 Natoma Street , San Francisco, California, United States, 94103
IEEE Bay Area Summer Social
Come join us for a fun Thursday evening at Tempest SF (Dive Bar)! Network with local IEEE young professionals and students in the area for internships, while enjoying delicious food and drinks. This in-person event is the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and connect with like-minded professionals in a casual setting. Don't miss out on this chance to make new friends and build connections to help you navigate the transition from student to working professional.
Special Invite: SHPE SFBA Professional Chapter!
First drink is free, and we will provide appetizers to share. Price of admission (including drink and food) is $5 for young professionals and $3 for students/interns. See you there!
Why Connect with Young Professionals?
Getting involved with your local IEEE Young Professional (YP) organization is a great way to bridge the transition between academic life and a full-fledged professional career. A few key benefits of being involved in your local YP section include:
– Networking Opportunities: IEEE YP events bring together like-minded individuals from diverse technical backgrounds. It's a perfect platform to expand your professional network, potentially connecting you with future collaborators, mentors, or employers.
– Professional Development: Gain valuable insights and skills through workshops, seminars, and panel discussions tailored to enhance your professional growth. These events often cover topics ranging from technical advancements to career advancement strategies.
– Transition from Student to Professional: For students/interns transitioning into full-time roles, IEEE YP provides a supportive environment helping navigate this crucial career phase successfully.
– Friendship and Camaraderie: Beyond professional benefits, IEEE YP fosters friendships and camaraderie among its members. Building a strong network of peers who share your interests can make your professional journey more fulfilling and enjoyable.
Public Transportaion.
Take Bart and get off at Powell Station, it is about a 7min walk from Bart.
Agenda:
5:30 PM-Check in
6:00 PM-Ice Breaker
7:00 PM-Group Picture
2940 431 Natoma Street , San Francisco, California, United States, 94103

Advances in Vertical Wire Technology for Wire Bond Applications
2025-08-28 12:00 - 13:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495344
[]Advances in smart response-based processes have significantly improved wire bond reliability and further strengthened the use of the technology in high-volume manufacturing (HVM). Wire bonding technology remains a staple choice in vast majority of semiconductor packages due to its low cost, increased flexibility, and high yield rate. A traditional wire bond process consists of a wire loop with a ball bond on die and a wedge bond on substrate. Vertical Wires are an emerging interconnect solution formed using a unique process on the same ball bond equipment. Vertical Wires can be used as an alternative to the traditional wire bond processes or in conjunction with the traditional wire loops in SiPs. Although initially developed for interconnection applications, Vertical Wire technology was introduced in HVM for EMI shielding in SiP and RF packages. This presentation will detail new advances in Vertical Wire Technology to further reduce wire pitch, increase I/O density, and reduce package footprint. An overview of application range, capability and design rules for the technology will be discussed.
Speaker(s): Basil Milton,
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495344

Extremely Power-Dense Solar Panels for the Extremes of Space
2025-08-28 11:30 - 13:10 (America/Los_Angeles) | Covalent Metrology, 923 Thompson Pl, Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94085
Extremely Power-Dense Solar Panels for the Extremes of Space
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1539115508919?aff=oddtdtcreator
Abstract:
Ultrathin photovoltaic devices based on two-dimensional (2D) transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) have emerged as promising candidates for next-generation solar power in weight- and volume-constrained environments.
In this talk, I will present flexible TMD solar cells that integrate semitransparent contacts and engineered interfacial layers to enhance charge collection, optical absorption, and environmental stability.
Compared to traditional thin-film and III-V technologies, these 2D devices offer superior specific power, mechanical flexibility, and potential resilience under extreme operating conditions.
I will also discuss pathways for transitioning TMD photovoltaics from laboratory demonstrations to real-world deployment in aerospace, mobile, and off-grid systems.
This includes recent efforts through Arinna, a spin-out focused on advancing 2D solar technologies for mission-ready applications across space, mobility, and distributed energy sectors.
Read More:
(https://www.arinna.xyz/)
(https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-021-27195-7)
(https://www.cell.com/device/fulltext/S2666-9986(25)00036-5)
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Bio:
Dr. Koosha Nassiri Nazif is a leading expert in high-specific-power photovoltaics, with over a decade of experience in thin films and two-dimensional (2D) materials.
He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University, where he led foundational research on flexible transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) solar cells, resulting in multiple publications and patents. His postdoctoral work at Stanford focused on scalable manufacturing and radiation resilience of these materials.
He is now co-founder and CEO of Arinna, where he is building on this foundation to commercialize breakthrough solar technologies for advanced power and mobility systems.
In-Person Meeting
Thursday, August 28, 2025
11:30 AM: Networking, Pizza & Drinks
Noon — 1 pm: Seminar
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Please register on Eventbrite before 9:30 AM on Thursday August 28
Co-sponsored by: SCV/SF Jt. Section Chapter, ED15 Joint Chapter
Agenda:
11:30 AM: Networking, Pizza & Drinks
Noon — 1 pm: Seminar
Break & Networking
1 pm — 1:30 pm
Optional Lab Tour
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Covalent Metrology, 923 Thompson Pl, Sunnyvale, California, United States, 94085

Wearable ultrasound technology
2025-08-26 18:50 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495898
The use of wearable electronic devices that can acquire vital signs from the human body noninvasively and continuously is a significant trend for healthcare. The combination of materials design and advanced microfabrication techniques enables the integration of various components and devices onto a wearable platform, resulting in functional systems with minimal limitations on the human body. Physiological signals from deep tissues are particularly valuable as they have a stronger and faster correlation with the internal events within the body compared to signals obtained from the surface of the skin. In this presentation, I will demonstrate a soft ultrasonic technology that can noninvasively and continuously acquire dynamic information about deep tissues and central organs. I will also showcase examples of this technology's use in recording blood pressure and flow waveforms in central vessels, monitoring cardiac chamber activities, and measuring core body temperatures. The soft ultrasonic technology presented represents a platform with vast potential for applications in consumer electronics, defense medicine, and clinical practices.
Speaker(s): Dr. Sheng Xu
Agenda:
6:50 – 7 PM: Registration
7-8 PM: Talk and Q&A
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495898

Towards Efficient Learning on Edge by Hyperdimensional Computing
2025-08-26 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496707
Recent advancements in machine learning, while powerful, are often burdened by significant computational and memory requirements, limiting their deployment in resource-constrained settings. Hyper dimensional Computing (HDC) emerges as an alternative with its simplicity, lightweight operations, and robustness to errors. By encoding data into high-dimensional vectors and performing efficient algebraic computations, HDC opens a new avenue as an efficient learning paradigm. In this talk, Dr. Fatemeh Asgarinejad will introduce the fundamentals of HDC and briefly discuss existing research that has extensively explored various stages of HDC algorithm. Then, she will present three key domains of her research: First, she will discuss PIONEER, a novel approach that employs learned projection vectors to optimize the encoding process. By leveraging neural networks to learn these vectors, PIONEER enables HDC to achieve high accuracy with significant computational efficiency. Second, she will present HDXpose, an adversarial attack framework that exploits an advantage of HDC: “explainability”. By strategically analyzing and perturbing influential input points, HDXpose effectively unveils vulnerabilities within HDC models, underscoring the need for robust security measures in HDC system design. Lastly, Dr. Asgarinejad will show an application of HDC in developing a cost-effective and noise-resilient pressure mat system for human activity recognition. The HDC-based system surpasses CNNs in accuracy and efficiency.
Co-sponsored by: Media Partner: Open Research Institute (ORI)
Speaker(s): Fatemeh Asgarinejad
Agenda:
– Invited talk from Dr. Fatemeh Asgarinejad, an incoming Assistant Professor of Teaching in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of California, Riverside.
– Q/A Session
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/496707

OCCS GET Series: Deploying AI Systems in Healthcare & Real-World MLOps at Scale
2025-08-26 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494867
We’re excited to continue the Orange County Computer Society (OCCS) Global Emerging Technologies (GET) Series—a monthly platform dedicated to spotlighting groundbreaking innovations in computer science and technology. Hosted by the IEEE Orange County Computer Society Chapter, this series brings together professionals, students, and tech enthusiasts to explore what’s next in emerging tech.
Following an insightful June session focused on enterprise AI integration and large language model (LLM) development, we’re back this August after a brief summer break with another dynamic double-feature exploring AI at scale—from healthcare to production-ready ML systems.
As AI adoption accelerates, so do the complexities of real-world deployment. This month’s talks tackle those complexities head-on, offering both strategic and technical perspectives on building reliable, scalable, and human-centered AI solutions.
In this session:
🔹 The first talk delves into the deployment of agentic AI systems in healthcare, addressing challenges such as data heterogeneity, safety, regulation, and trust. You’ll learn about explanation-based and modular design principles, hybrid RAG-based deployment strategies, and real-world applications across triage, radiology, and dementia care.
🔹 The second talk bridges the gap between ML experimentation and production. Through a practical case study, it explores the full machine learning lifecycle—from training to CI/CD-enabled deployment—along with best practices in MLOps, model monitoring, and cross-functional collaboration.
Key topics include:
✅ Designing safe, explainable agentic AI in healthcare
✅ Deployment frameworks using hybrid RAG models
✅ ML development lifecycle: from notebooks to production
✅ CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and model versioning
✅ Scalable and collaborative MLOps strategies
Whether you're building AI for regulated industries or scaling ML pipelines across teams, this session will provide the tools, frameworks, and real-world insights to drive your work forward.
📅 Join us on Tuesday, August 26 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM PT for an evening of learning, discussion, and community.
🎤 Interested in speaking at a future session? Reach out to swapnali.karvekar@ieee.org — we’re always looking for passionate voices shaping the future of technology.
Let’s keep advancing innovation—together.
Speaker(s): Vivek, Babul
Agenda:
Time (in PST) Activity
05:00pm – 05:15pm Check-in and networking
05:15pm – 05:30pm OCCS Chapter Introduction!
05:30pm – 06:00pm Speaker: Vivek Bharti
06:00pm – 06:30pm Speaker: Babul Sahu
06:30pm – 07:00pm Q/A
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/494867

When Bias Goes Viral: Protecting Your Brand from Biases in Generative AI
Valley Research Park, 319 N Bernardo Ave, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
## Details
LOCATION ADDRESS (Hybrid, in person or by zoom, you choose)
Valley Research Park
319 North Bernardo Avenue
Mountain View, CA CA 93043
Don’t use the front door. When facing the front door, turn right along the front of the building. Turn left around the building corner. The 2nd door should be open and have a banner and event registration.
If you want to join remotely, you can submit questions via Zoom Q&A. The zoom link:
[https://acm-org.zoom.us/](https://acm-org.zoom.us/)
Join via YouTube:
[https://youtube.com/live/](https://youtube.com/live/)
AGENDA
6:30 Door opens, food and networking (we invite honor system contributions)
**7:00** SFBayACM upcoming events, introduce the speaker
7:15 speaker presentation starts
8:15 – 8:30 finish, depending on Q&A
**Abstract:**
Bias in generative AI is no longer an academic concern, it’s a real-world risk to brand trust, product integrity, and social responsibility. This session presents the BEATS framework, a statistically rigorous evaluation methodology, designed to uncover and assess latent biases in LLM outputs and a AI governance framework to proactively identify and mitigate risky AI generated outputs. This is inspired by my recently published research titled *“BEATS: Bias Evaluation and Assessment Test Suite for Large Language Models”* ([arXiv:2503.24310](https://arxiv.org/abs/2503.24310)).
**Attendees will gain insights into:**
* Detecting and quantifying bias across demographic and contextual dimensions
* Evaluating fairness and ethical alignment in model responses
* Embedding bias monitoring and ethical guardrails throughout the AI lifecycle
* Implementing governance strategies for risk mitigation, compliance, and responsible AI deployment
This session will deliver practical, research informed strategies to help organizations future-proof their AI systems while preserving fairness, equity, and brand integrity.
**Intended Audience:**
AI practitioners, ML engineers, Product Managers, Data Scientists, compliance officers, product marketing managers, business executives and anyone involved in building or managing GenAI LLM powered applications.
**Bio for Alok Abhishek:**
Alok Abhishek is a product leader with 15+ years of experience driving innovation at the intersection of AI, data, and enterprise SaaS. He specializes in building and scaling zero-to-one products, establishing product-market fit, and accelerating early-stage growth for data- and AI-driven solutions in global B2B markets. Alok is also a respected independent researcher and contributor to leading publications, including MIT Science Policy Review, IEEE Computer Society Tech News, DATAVERSITY, and TechStrong.ai, where he writes on topics such as AI-first product strategy, building data products, and user-centric innovation.
**LinkedIn:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/alokabhishek/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/alokabhishek/)
**Bio for Tushar Bandopadhyay:**
Tushar Bandopadhyay is the Founder and CEO of KronML, a trusted AI platform for enterprises. With over 25 years of deep industry experience in driving technological breakthroughs, he has led the incubation, design, and development of planet-scale distributed data storage, security, and AI systems. A recognized technology leader and independent researcher, Tushar holds multiple patents in data infrastructure and applied AI and has a proven track record of turning innovative ideas into transformative enterprise products.
**LinkedIn:** [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbandopadhyay/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbandopadhyay/)

IEEE Happy Hour Mixer for Young Professionals & Interns
2025-08-21 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 99 First St, San Jose, California, United States, 95113
– Connect with local IEEE Young Professionals and Interns.
– Networking opportunities to bridge the transition from student to professional.
– Build connections for internships and potential career opportunities.
– Enjoy delicious food and drinks!
– First drink is on us!
– Appetizers on us!
99 First St, San Jose, California, United States, 95113

PG&E Diablo Canyon Power Plant Site Visit
2025-08-21 07:30 - 14:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Avila Beach, 6000 California City Blvd, California City, CA, United States
IEEE SF/OEB Power & Energy Society (PES) is excited to announce our upcoming PG&E Diablo Canyon Power Plant Site Visit on Thursday August 21, 2025, from 8am to 2pm, with 7:30am arrival! We have a limited number of spots and expect it to fill up fast. Please register on vTools ASAP but only if you believe you can make it. You will need to travel to Avila Beach on August 20th to be there the night before.
Site Tour will include a risk management presentation and site visits to turbine deck, control room simulator, Independent Spent Fuel Storage Installation, and marina.
Once you have registered, SF PES Chair Wendy Al-Mukdad will send you the PG&E event registration with a lot more information about preparing for your visit, pre-tour safety video, visitor rules & information. PG&E must pre-approve all registered attendees no later than 2 weeks before the event.
IEEE SF/OEB PES attendees tentatively are planning to meet for dinner on Wednesday August 20th in Avila Beach. More info to follow.
Please contact Wendy at walmukdad@ieee.org with any questions.
Avila Beach, California, United States

Designing for Scale, Reliability, and Resiliency: Real-World Lessons
Valley Research Park, 319 N Bernardo Ave, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
**Designing for Scale, Reliability, and Resiliency: Real-World Lessons from Building High-Throughput Systems**
LOCATION ADDRESS (Hybrid, in person or by zoom, you choose)
Valley Research Park
319 North Bernardo Avenue
Mountain View, CA CA 93043
If you want to join remotely, you can submit questions via Zoom Q&A. The zoom link:
https://acm-org.zoom.us/
Join via YouTube:
https://youtube.com/live/
AGENDA
6:30 Door opens, food and networking (we invite honor system contributions)
**7:00** SFBayACM upcoming events, introduce the speaker
7:15 speaker presentation starts
8:15 – 8:30 finish, depending on Q&A
Join SF Bay ACM Chapter for an insightful discussion on:
**Talk Description**:
As modern software systems grow in complexity and scale, the demand for architectures that are not just fast—but also reliable, resilient, observable, and auditable—has never been greater. In this talk, we’ll dive into practical strategies and real-world patterns for designing and operating large-scale distributed systems.
Topics include:
* Traffic segmentation and routing strategies across multi-cluster environments
* Patterns for achieving high availability and failover across global infrastructure
* Monitoring and observability at scale: what to measure, how to alert
* Auditing for compliance, trust, and debugging
* Common failure modes and how to build for graceful degradation
* Real examples from mission-critical production systems
Attendees will walk away with architectural insights, tools, and mental models to apply to their own systems, whether working in startups or enterprises.
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**Speaker Bio**:
I’m a Senior Software Engineer at DoorDash and previously led platform initiatives at Conviva, where I built scalable, fault-tolerant systems handling tens of millions of sessions daily for customers like Disney, HBO, and Sky. My work has spanned everything from routing frameworks and disaster recovery to monitoring pipelines and SLA enforcement. I’m passionate about making infrastructure reliable and maintainable, and I enjoy sharing lessons learned from real-world systems.
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/karanluniya](https://www.linkedin.com/in/karanluniya)
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Valley Research Park is a coworking research campus of 104,000 square feet hosting 60+ life science and technology companies. VRP has over 100 dry labs, wet labs, and high power labs sized from 125-15,000 square feet. VRP manages all of the traditional office elements: break rooms, conference rooms, outdoor dining spaces, and recreational spaces.
As a plug-and-play lab space, once companies have secured their next milestone and are ready to expand, VRP has 100+ labs ready to expand into.
https://www.valleyresearchpark.com/

Tech Talk: Model Context Protocols: Building Intelligence into Engineering Workflows
2025-08-20 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495510
Speaker: Mahesh Reddy Konatham ((https://www.linkedin.com/in/maheshrkonatham/))
Title: Model Context Protocols: Building Intelligence into Engineering Workflows
Abstract: As systems grow in scale and complexity, preserving and transmitting context becomes a first-class design concern. Model Context Protocols (MCPs) are emerging as a powerful abstraction for embedding structured context across engineering workflows — from test infrastructure to deployment pipelines, platform services, and AI-assisted development.
Bio: Mahesh Reddy Konatham is a Senior Software Engineer at PayPal, specializing in building scalable full-stack applications and distributed systems. He holds a Master’s degree in Software Engineering from San Jose State University and a B.Tech from NIT Trichy. Mahesh has contributed to diverse domains including fintech, utilities, and developer experience platforms. He brings deep expertise in backend services, microservices, React-based frontends, and cloud infrastructure. At PayPal, he has developed systems that power critical financial products and internal tools. Mahesh has led initiatives in automation, visual testing, and performance optimization across large-scale systems. He is passionate about Generative AI, developer platforms, and the design of Model Context Protocols (MCPs).His current interests lie in integrating structured context into engineering workflows and intelligent test environments. Mahesh is driven by curiosity, clean system design, and enabling engineers to build smarter, more reliable software.
Speaker(s): Mahesh Reddy Konatham
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495510

The Sketches of Infinite Data and Algorithms for Real-Time Data Insights
2025-08-19 18:00 - 20:30 (US/Pacific) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/482936
Free Registration (with a Zoom account; you can get one for free if you don't already have it. This requirement is to avoid Zoom bombing. Please sign in using the email address tied to your Zoom account — not necessarily the one you used to register for the event.):
https://sjsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_DIDfdbkgRFeEd3JbzURIUQ
Synopsis:
How are machine learning algorithms able to answer questions from any nook and corner of the World Wide Web? How are trending hashtags from the near infinite microblog posts, unique visitors and other distinct counts in the near infinite website traffic determined? How do blogging websites avoid recommending articles a user has previously read? In general, how can we answer complex queries about enormous data streams without storing them entirely, in real-time? The answer often lies in clever approximation algorithms and data "sketches" that capture essential properties using vastly reduced space. The relentless flow of data in modern systems indeed presents significant challenges. These data streams are often too large to store and too fast to process exhaustively with traditional methods. This talk introduces key sketching and approximation techniques that help generate real-time data insights by processing data streams.
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Speaker(s): Dr. Vishnu S. Pendyala
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/482936

Distinguished Lecture: Machine Learning in NextG Networks via Generative Adversarial Networks
2025-08-12 18:00 - 19:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/493301
Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) implement Machine Learning (ML) algorithms that can address competitive resource allocation problems, together with detection and mitigation of anomalous behavior. In this talk, the speaker will discuss their use in next-generation (NextG) communications within the context of cognitive networks to address i) spectrum sharing, ii) detecting anomalies, and iii) mitigating security attacks. GANs have the following advantages. First, they can learn and synthesize field data, which can be costly, time-consuming, and non-repeatable. Second, they enable pre-training classifiers by using semisupervised data. Third, they facilitate increased resolution. Fourth, they enable recovering corrupted bits in the spectrum. The talk will provide basics of GANs, a comparative discussion on different kinds of GANs, performance measures for GANs in computer vision and image processing as well as wireless applications, a number of datasets for wireless applications, performance measures for general classifiers, a survey of the literature on GANs for i)–iii) above, some simulation results, and future research directions. In the spectrum sharing problem, connections to cognitive wireless networks are established. Simulation results show that a particular GAN implementation is better than a convolutional autoencoder for an outlier detection problem in spectrum sensing.
Co-sponsored by: Vishnu S. Pendyala, SJSU
Speaker(s): Dr. Vishnu S. Pendyala, Prof. Ender Ayanoglu
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/493301

Dynamic Modelling for Analysis of Wind Farm and Grid Interaction - Bikash Pal
2025-08-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Denver) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495135
Abstract of Seminar
Electrical generation, transmission and distribution systems all over the world have entered a period of significant renewal and technological change. There have been phenomenal changes/deployments in technology of generation driven by the worldwide emphasis on energy from wind and solar as a sustainable solution to our energy need. Increasingly energy demand from heating and transportation will be met by electricity. So, to accommodate changes in either end the transmission grid is required to operate in more responsive manner. This is the most credible challenge in smart transmission grid operation today. Some of the recent wind farm operations have grabbed media headlines of not being connectable to the grid. While the debate is on whether it is the wind farm or the grid is the cause, the balance of the debate is shifting towards the integration and control aspect of these two technologies.
This seminar will briefly mention the recent major problems in connecting big wind farms to the grid. It will then identify few possible specific technical reasons supported by the general technical insights gathered from detailed technical study conducted at Bikash Pal’s research group at Imperial College London. Future research challenges and opportunities will be highlighted.
Co-sponsored by: IEEE Task Force on IoT for Power Systems
Speaker(s): Bikash Pal,
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/495135

Organization Meeting for the SVTHC
2025-08-08 11:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 1314 S Mary Avenue, Mountain View, CA, United States
Organization meeting of SVTHC committee to discuss future technical meetings
Co-sponsored by: Silicon Valley Technical History Committee
Agenda:
Brunch and discussion of planned technical meetings and new meeting ideas
1314 S Mary Avenue, Sunnyvale, California, United States

Youth STEM Summer Camp
2025-08-06 09:00 - 2025-08-07 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 27709 Tyrrell Avenue, Hayward, California, United States, 94544
🌞 Final Countdown to Our Youth STEM Summer Camp – Aug 6–7! 🚀
Calling all volunteers —we’re just days away from our exciting 2-day Youth STEM Summer Camp! This hands-on, immersive experience is packed with science, tech, and creativity—perfect for inspiring young minds.
📍 Location: Glad Tiding Family Life Complex, 27709 Tyrrell Avenue, Hayward, CA 94544
📅 Dates: August 6 & 7, 2025
🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Day 1), 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Day 2)
Our campers will explore topics like Biology, AI/Machine Learning, Physics, Sustainability, Photography, and Aerospace, plus fun activities like STEM Basketball, Lego Play, and a Science Fair!
👩‍🏫 Volunteers: Please complete the google form https://forms.gle/cxyq1UGWZ1zH95rYA.
✅ Volunteer Training: All volunteers must attend training before the camp, we will finalize the date and time for training soon.
Let’s work together to make this STEM Summer Camp an unforgettable experience. See you there!
#STEMCamp #IEEESTEM #YouthInSTEM #VolunteersNeeded #STEMEducation #AI #Biology #Aerospace #SummerCamp2025
Co-sponsored by: Benita McLarin
27709 Tyrrell Avenue, Hayward, California, United States, 94544

Tech Talk: Seamless Interaction of Physical and Virtual Systems
2025-07-30 07:00 - 08:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/493756
Speaker: Dr.R.N.V. Jagan Mohan ((https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-r-n-v-jagan-mohan-23783651/&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1753554477868175&usg=AOvVaw3F7O5kTIFsPW-2wp9_MqFg))
Title: Seamless Interaction of Physical and Virtual Systems
Abstract: The way people engage with technology is changing as a result of the convergence of virtual and physical systems, spurring innovation in a variety of sectors, including smart infrastructure, manufacturing, healthcare, and education. The concepts, tools, and difficulties of accomplishing smooth connection between the real and virtual creations are examined in this study. It highlights how the Internet of Things (IoT), digital twins, cyber-physical systems (CPS), and immersive technologies like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) may create unified worlds where data flows both ways and interactions take place in real time. The study highlights key integration strategies, interface design considerations, and synchronization techniques that enable coherent and responsive system behavior. This study offers an in-depth understanding of the approaches that promote interoperability, scalability, and security in hybrid systems by examining case studies and current research trends. The ultimate goal of the research is to aid in the creation of intelligent, adaptable ecosystems in which digital representations and physical processes seamlessly evolve together and cooperate.
Bio: TBD
Speaker(s): Jagan Mohan
Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/493756

RF Sensing for Automotive Interior Monitoring
2025-07-24 18:50 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 3165 Kifer Road, Building B (Cafeteria Area), Santa Clara, California, United States, 95051
Interior monitoring systems in passenger cars are becoming increasingly vital, driven by two primary factors: (i) stringent legal and regulatory mandates, and (ii) the increasing autonomy levels (L2+). The "child left behind" scenario is already governed by legal provisions in the United States and Europe, with anticipated global adoption. Despite being a prominent solution, camera-based monitoring encounters challenges such as limited line of sight and variable light conditions.
Future interior monitoring solutions also target health monitoring for both drivers and passengers, focusing on areas like drowsiness detection, respiration, and heart rate. This presentation explores complementary approaches to camera-only systems, emphasizing enhanced accuracy and coverage while potentially reusing vehicular access infrastructure. Leveraging commercial ultra-wideband (UWB) radios and/or 60GHz radars, the proposed sensor system integrates advanced AI algorithms tailored to automotive standards.
A technical exposition will delve into the operational mechanics of such sensor systems including a healthy competition between advanced signal processing and machine learning based approaches (recipient of several best paper award nominations). The presentation will be complemented by a demonstration featuring automotive applications (video), offering a comprehensive insight into the evolving landscape of interior monitoring technology for passenger cars.
Speaker(s): Dr. Vivek Jain
Agenda:
6:50 – 7 PM: Registration
7-8 PM: Talk and Q&A
3165 Kifer Road, Building B (Cafeteria Area), Santa Clara, California, United States, 95051

A Copilot for Social Promotion
Valley Research Park, 319 N Bernardo Ave, Mountain View, CA, 94043, United States
LOCATION ADDRESS (Hybrid, in person or by zoom, you choose)
Valley Research Park
319 North Bernardo Avenue
Mountain View, CA CA 93043
If you want to join remotely, you can submit questions via Zoom Q&A.
* The zoom link:
* [https://acm-org.zoom.us/](https://acm-org.zoom.us/)
* Join via YouTube:
* [https://youtube.com/live/](https://youtube.com/live/)
AGENDA
6:30 Door opens, food and networking (we invite honor system contributions)
**7:00** SFBayACM upcoming events, introduce the speaker
7:15 speaker presentation starts
8:15 – 8:30 finish, depending on Q&A
Join SF Bay ACM Chapter for an insightful discussion on:
**Talk Description**:
The Social Promotion Copilot (SPC) is designed to autonomously engage with users on social platforms, leveraging advanced NLP and action-oriented automation. This chapter delves into its architectural foundation, focusing on the integration of Theory of Mind to enhance SPC’s ability to interpret user emotions, predict reactions, and tailor responses dynamically. By modeling mental states, SPC can distinguish between different user intents, such as seeking support, expressing dissatisfaction, or driving discussions. This capability enables more context-aware and persuasive interactions, making SPC a more effective tool for both social engagement and marketing strategies.
Beyond cognitive modeling, the chapter also examines the run-time execution framework, detailing how SPC processes textual tasks in real-time. The system selects optimal actions based on multi-modal inputs, including textual context, sentiment analysis, and platform-specific engagement patterns. Through a structured decision-making pipeline, SPC adapts its posting and response strategies to maximize visibility and interaction. By balancing automation with adaptive intelligence, SPC transforms from a simple content-promotion tool into an autonomous social agent, capable of managing long-term engagement and fostering meaningful digital interactions, which is confirmed by evaluation on social network sites.
**Speaker Bio**:
Prof. Boris Galitsky has contributed linguistic and machine learning technologies to Silicon Valley startups as well as companies like eBay and Oracle for over 25 years. His information extraction and sentiment
analysis techniques assisted several acquisitions, such as Xoopit by Yahoo, Uptake by Groupon, Loglogic by Tibco, and Zvents by eBay. His security-related technologies of document analysis contributed to the acquisition of Elastica by Semantec.
As an architect of the Intelligent Bots project at Oracle, he developed a discourse analysis technique used for dialogue management and published in the book Developing Enterprise Chatbots. He also published a two-volume monograph, “AI for CRM”, based on his experience developing Oracle Digital Assistant. He is an Apache committer to OpenNLP, where he created OpenNLP. Similarity component, which is a basis for a semantically enriched search engine and chatbot development.
His exploration and formalization of human reasoning culminated in the book AQ1 Computational Autism broadly used by parents of children with autism spectrum disorder and rehabilitation personnel. His
focus on the medical domain led to another research monograph, “Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare Applications and Management”. He is a now a professor at Stavropol Agricultural University.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/boris-galitsky-342109204/
