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Abstract: The next generation of wireless networks will no longer be confined to moving bits — they will sense, communicate, and learn simultaneously. This convergence is anticipated to enable distributed intelligence across devices, unlocking new capabilities for real-time perception and decision-making in dynamic environments. In this talk, two complementary advances in federated signal processing will be presented. First, an over-the-air federated edge learning (OTA-FEEL) framework with integrated radar sensing will be discussed. By leveraging echoes from the environment, rather than treating them solely as interference, robust model aggregation will be maintained while ensuring high-quality sensing and communication performance. A joint scheduling and beamforming design will be presented, supported by low-complexity optimization techniques, to preserve aggregation accuracy under realistic wireless conditions. Second, FedTrack, a novel federated learning–inspired algorithm for distributed target tracking, will be presented. By treating local log-likelihood functions as loss functions in a distributed optimization framework, FedTrack enables devices to collaboratively estimate a moving target’s position and velocity. This communication-efficient method closely approximates centralized maximum likelihood estimation, achieving accuracy near the Cramér–Rao bound while reducing reliance on a central coordinator. Together, these developments illustrate how federated intelligence over the air can transform 6G networks into systems that not only communicate but also sense and learn collaboratively. Implications for autonomous systems, smart cities, and beyond will be discussed, with emphasis on the central role of signal processing innovations in realizing this vision. Room: MCLD 3038, Bldg: Hector J. MacLeod Building - MCLD, 2356 Main Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/552228

CREATE TRAVERSAL, SITE-CAV and Lunch&Learn series of IEEE Young Professionals Ottawa is taking it to the sky! Join us as Prof. Cicek Cavdar from KTH Sweden, a leading expert in the field, presents state-of-the art research and the upcoming challenges in satellite communications and 6G. Come for the learning and stay for the community! We will serve lunch, Turkish coffee and other treats following the presentation. 6G for Connected Sky: From LEO Mega-Constellations to Airspace Communications Abstract: Future 6G systems will extend across terrestrial, aerial, and non-terrestrial platforms to support seamless, resilient, and intelligent connectivity for users in the sky, on the ground, and in remote areas. In this talk, I will present our recent work toward this vision of 6G for Connected Sky, covering three main research directions: (i) design and resource allocation in LEO mega-constellations, including handover management, Open RAN architectures, interference, and hybrid terrestrial-satellite networking; (ii) satellite-assisted IoT and edge intelligence, where learning-based methods support data collection and task offloading in highly dynamic environments; and (iii)airspace communications, including UAV connectivity, reliability, sensing, and spectrum/regulatory challenges in integrated 3D networks. Together, these works highlight how future connectivity must be designed jointly across communication architecture, mobility, compute, and intelligence to enable reliable and scalable 6G services for the connected sky. Bio: Cicek Cavdar is a Full Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden, where she serves as Vice Head of the Department of Communication Systems and Founding Director of SMART-6GSAT, Sweden’s first national 6G satellite communications center. She leads the Intelligent Network Systems research group and works on AI-native and cloud-native network design and orchestration, with a focus on cell-free massive MIMO, integrated sensing and communications, drone communications, and the convergence of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks. Her research addresses the trade-off between resiliency and energy efficiency through an end-to-end perspective spanning cloud, transport, and radio access networks. She has led major EU academia–industry initiatives, including 6G-SKY and RAI-6Green, and previously coordinated AI4Green, which received the 2024 EUREKA Innovation Award and Celtic Excellence Award. Her team received the Scientific Excellence Best Paper Award at ASMS/SPSC 2025 for work on disaggregated RAN in space and handover management in LEO mega-constellations. Professor Cavdar has authored more than 160 publications, holds several patents, and serves on the editorial boards of IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications and IEEE Transactions on Green Communications and Networking. She is also an active organizer, editor, and keynote speaker in the areas of 6G, AI-native networks, green communications, and non-terrestrial networks. Co-sponsored by: Smart Connected Vehicles Innovation Centre (SCVIC) and the Next Generation Communications and Computing Networks Lab (NEXTCON) Speaker(s): Cicek, Agenda: - Introductions - Talk by Prof. Cicek Cavdar - Lunch and networking Bldg: Hub 350, 350 Legget Dr, Smart Connected Vehicles Innovation Centre, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K2K 3N1

Speaker: Dr. Rajkumar Buyya (IEEE Fellow, ACM Fellow) 📅 Date: May 6, 2026 ⏰ Time: 5:00 – 6:00 PM PDT 📍 Location: Virtual (Google Meet) 🔗 Join: https://meet.google.com/jsi-cjuj-tkg This talk explores next-generation cloud and quantum computing systems, focusing on AI-driven infrastructure, edge-cloud integration, and emerging quantum frameworks. Details: Hosted by IEEE Signal Processing Society, San Diego Chapter Organized under the IEEE San Diego Section technical program. The twenty-first-century digital landscape is being reshaped by the convergence of Cloud computing, Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and emerging Quantum computing paradigms. Cloud computing has evolved into a utility model, delivering infrastructure, platforms, and software as scalable, on-demand services over distributed global systems. This talk presents a forward-looking vision of next-generation computing systems and explores key architectural innovations for building elastic, distributed, and intelligent cloud platforms. It covers integration of edge resources with large-scale data centers, enabling seamless deployment of AI and data-intensive applications. The session will highlight Aneka 6G, a next-generation cloud application platform supporting Big Data and AI workloads, along with real-world deployments across domains such as healthcare, satellite imaging, and natural language processing. The talk will also introduce emerging frameworks including QFaaS (Quantum Function-as-a-Service) and the iQuantum Simulation Toolkit, outlining how quantum computing can be integrated into modern cloud infrastructures. The presentation concludes with insights into future research directions in cloud and quantum computing, focusing on scalable, intelligent, and hybrid computing environments. The session will include a live Q&A with the speaker. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/552450

This work period is aimed for participants or interested groups for the Ottawa Robotics Competition 2026. Teams and their supervisors will be able to ask the organizers questions about the competition details and try out test versions of many of the competitions. Work Period #1: April 25th Room T102 (First floor) Work Period #2: May 9th T207 (Second floor) Attendees under the age of 18 are expected to be accompanied by a parent or supervisor for the duration of the work period attendance. NOTE: This event is not held at the same location as the final competition, we would like to thank Algonquin College for allowing us to use their space for this event! Room: 207, Bldg: T, Algonquin college , 1385 Woodroffe avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K2G 1V8

Join us for a Lunch & Learn session on Network Digital Twins (NDTs), a key enabler for future 5G/6G systems. The event will feature opening remarks by Prof. Kaddoum, followed by a talk by Lal Verda Cakir, a visiting PhD candidate from Edinburgh Napier University. The session will explore distributed NDT architectures, focusing on synchronisation challenges in large-scale, heterogeneous networks, and key trade-offs between accuracy, latency, and resource usage. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from an award-winning researcher and connect with the community. [] Speaker(s): Lal Verda Cakir, Georges Kaddoum Agenda: - Welcoming by IEEE YP Ottawa, IEEE YP Montreal, IEEE ETS SB - Talk by Prof. George Kaddoum - Talk by Lal Verda Cakir - Lunch and networking Room: A-1300, Bldg: Pavillon A, École de Technologie Supérieure , 1100, rue Notre-Dame Ouest, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3C 1K3

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion and networking session featuring our highly distinguished invited speakers. This event will explore key topics in professional development, including the transition from academia to industry, the role and impact of women in engineering, and entrepreneurship. It will also provide a platform for meaningful dialogue and exchange of ideas between the speakers and participants. This panel event will feature three distinguished honorary guest speakers from the IEEE leadership community: - Mary Ellen Randall, IEEE President; - Dr. Wahab Almuhtadi, President of IEEE Canada; and - Scott Tamashiro, IEEE Region 6 Director-Elect. Their presence and opening speech will bring exceptional insight, leadership perspective, and inspiration to this special gathering. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, gain valuable insights from experienced professionals, and connect with the speakers as well as fellow participants. Light snacks and a brief reception will be provided. The event is free and open to all; however, registration is required. - Please note that some pictures will be taken during the event. By registering to this event, you consent to the use of your portrait, picture or photograph taken during the event by IEEE Montreal in promotional material, including printed and electronic material as well as the IEEE-related websites. - Seats are limited, so register today to reserve your spot! Speaker(s): Stephen Ibaraki, Dr. Cassandra Bolduc, Prof. Deepa Kundur, Dr. Kathleen McGarvey, Dr. Irem Bor Room: Ramezay, 8th floor, Bldg: Le Westin Hotel, 270 Rue Saint-Antoine O, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H2Y 0A3