YOU'RE INVITED! Join the IEEE Queen's Branch in welcoming Dr. Jawad Siddiqui from the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society to speak with students about new work in antennas for the space domain, as well as the opportunities available to students through the IEEE. All students are welcome! The talk will explore the evolving role of antenna technologies in modern space applications, with a particular focus on CubeSats and rocket platforms. It will discuss key challenges such as size constraints, thermal management, deployment mechanisms, and radiation effects, as well as emerging trends in adaptive, reconfigurable, and additive-manufactured antennas designed for the space environment. The presentation will also highlight opportunities for students and professionals to engage with the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S), including the benefits of membership and participation in its SIGHT (Special Interest Group on Humanitarian Technology) initiatives that apply antenna and propagation technologies for societal impact. The speaker will welcome questions from the audience. The seminar will end with an interactive discussion with the speaker about opportunities for students in the IEEE. These include best practices for achieving funding awards through the IEEE, with a focus on the AP-S. Co-sponsored by: Abedal Rahman Shehabi Speaker(s): Dr. Siddiqui Room: 314, Bldg: Walter Light Hall, 19 Union St, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

A semesterly recurring series of 15 tutoring sessions designed to support students in their exam preparations. These sessions will be held in the IEEE office throughout December, leading up to final exams. The event provides a comfortable and supportive environment for students to review course material with the help of knowledgeable tutors. This event usually brings in a total of 250-300 students, and grows in popularity every year. 800 King Edward Avenue, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

[] Welcome to the a new look for the IEEE Toronto AGM where we invite everyone to mingle and expand their network. Enjoy a trendy and private venue with drinks, appetizers, and food stations serving dinner. The event will feature short presentations from keynote speaker Danny Christidis, and presentations by the IEEE Toronto officers. Parking is available for an additional fee in nearby Green P lots (see the map below). Transit is reommended where possible. Twist Gallery, 1100 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M6B 3J7

DRIVING AI-NATIVE RAN INNOVATION WITH THE SIONNA RESEARCH KIT Dr. Sebastian Cammerer, Senior Research Scientist, NVIDIA Registration Link: []https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/517965 Host: IEEE (mailto:[email protected]?subject=From%20Propagation%20Models%20to%20Physics-Based%20Digital%20Twins%20of%20Emerging%20Wireless%20Communication%20Systems%20-%20Saint%20Maurice%20Sect%20Chap,%20COM19) When: December 2nd at 10H30 AM EST Via zoom: https://uqtr.zoom.us/j/81521084215?pwd=bchQDndZg7DTlpVuaeag6bhGwaOvn9.1 Meeting ID: 815 2108 4215 Password: 018477 ABSTRACT AI will become a cornerstone of future wireless communication systems, enabling radio access networks (RANs) that dynamically adapt to specific radio frequency (RF) environments and enhance their performance even after deployment. Novel paradigms such as end-to-end learning for pilotless transmissions and semantic communications add to the transformative potential of AI. Integrating neural network components into the signal processing pipeline of wireless transceivers poses research challenges, particularly in meeting the stringent, often sub-millisecond, inference latency required by RANs. As such, the full potential of AI-native RANs depends on three main factors: (a) the development of robust software tools, (b) the deployment of specialized hardware platforms for real-time AI acceleration, and (c) the design of fundamentally new transceiver algorithms. In this talk, we outline a path toward prototyping an AI-native RAN using the Sionna Research Kit—an open-source platform designed for development, training, and deployment of AI-native wireless communication systems. We present a 5G NR-compliant real-time neural receiver connected to commercial user equipment, demonstrating how research ideas can be rapidly transformed into over-the-air prototypes using open-source tools. To foster collaboration and accelerate progress in the field, all experiments and results will be made openly available, lowering the barrier to entry and enabling researchers worldwide to translate their ideas into real-world wireless communication systems. BIOGRAPHY Dr. Sebastian Cammerer is a Senior Research Scientist at NVIDIA, working at the intersection of wireless communications and machine learning. He is one of the core developers and maintainers of the Sionna open-source link-level simulator. Before joining NVIDIA, he received his PhD in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology from the University of Stuttgart, Germany. His main research interests are machine learning for wireless communications and channel coding. His work has been recognized with several awards, including the VDE ITG Dissertationspreis 2022, the IEEE SPS Young Author Best Paper Award 2019, and third prize in the Nokia Bell Labs Prize 2019. Speaker(s): Dr. Cammerer, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/517965

IEEE North Saskatchewan Section Meeting 57 Campus Dr, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7N 5A9, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/469127

IEEE North Saskatchewan Section Meeting 57 Campus Dr, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, S7N 5A9, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/469126

This talk will present emerging applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the nuclear energy sector, focusing on how Large Language Models (LLMs) and vision systems can enhance nuclear safety, data interpretation, and operational efficiency. Grounded in recent work involving CANDU systems and Canadian CSA standards, the presentation will explore how AI can be responsibly applied in highly regulated environments. In addition to technical advances, the talk will discuss how AI systems can be effectively regulated within the nuclear context, examining current governing standards and their applicability to intelligent technologies. It will also highlight ongoing developments in AI regulation, emphasizing how evolving frameworks can support innovation while maintaining the industry’s core commitment to nuclear safety. Co-sponsored by: IEEE Canadian Atlantic Section Speaker(s): Dr. Issam Hammad, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/514100

[] Join us for an insightful keynote by Professor Halim Yanikomeroglu, where he will explore how future wireless systems will extend far beyond traditional terrestrial infrastructure by tightly integrating non-terrestrial networks (NTN), including satellites and aerial platforms, to enable direct connectivity to devices, vehicles, sensors, and users anywhere on Earth. The talk will highlight emerging Direct-to-X (D2X) capabilities, multi-layer NTN architectures, and key 6G use cases. Prof. Yanikomeroglu will also discuss the major technical, regulatory, and commercial challenges, and outline how NTN will become a defining pillar of the 6G vision through the 2030s. Lunch will be provided. Speaker(s): Prof. Halim Yanikomeroglu, Room: RBCx Finance Quarter, Bldg: Hub350, 350 Legget Dr,, Kanata, Ontario, Canada, K2K 3N1

🎉 Join the IEEE Young Professionals (YP) Networking Session at UVic! IEEE YP members and recent graduates are invited to a dedicated networking meetup during the IEEE Victoria Section event on December 3, featuring 15+ industry professionals across engineering and technology fields. 📅 Date: December 3, 2025 🕒 Time: 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM (Main YP Networking Window) 📍 Location: ECS 660 & ECS Lobby, UVic 🍕 Food: Free pizza & refreshments 🌟 What’s Planned for YP Members? 🔹 Dedicated YP networking space ECS 660 will serve as the central area for YP members to connect with industry guests, discuss career paths, and meet peers in a relaxed setting. 🔹 Industry presence Over 15 professionals from local engineering and tech sectors will be attending. 🔹 Casual and friendly atmosphere A great chance to exchange ideas, discover opportunities, and grow your network. 🔍 About the Poster Competition (Optional for YP) While the main focus for YP attendees is networking, the broader event also includes an Undergraduate Poster Competition showcasing innovative student projects in engineering and computer science. YP members are welcome—but not required—to explore the posters after 5:45 PM. ✔️ Suggested YP Schedule - 4:30 PM – Optional: Opening keynote (ECS 123) - 5:00–5:45 PM – YP Networking Session (main YP activity) - 5:45 PM onward – Optional: Browse student posters in the ECS & ELW lobbies 🎯 Come connect with fellow YP members, meet industry professionals, and build your professional network! 📣 Follow IEEE YP Victoria Online! Stay connected with upcoming events, photos, opportunities, and community updates: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-young-professionals-victoria/ 🔵 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/IEEE-Young-Professionals-Victoria/61583833655918/ Follow us and be part of the growing IEEE YP Victoria community! Room: 660, Bldg: ECS Building, 3800 Finnerty Rd, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, V8P 5C2

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