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From Artificial Light to Artificial Intelligence: 140 Years of IEEE History!
Virtual EventJoin the IEEE History Center and the IEEE Foundation on a historical journey, "From Artificial Light to Artificial Intelligence: Reflecting on 140 Years of IEEE History." Let's celebrate together as the History Center launches IEEE History Week in October (link to the page here) and as we commemorate IEEE Day along with the IEEE 140th Anniversary observed all this year! These events mark significant milestones in our history, and we are proud to honor them with a wonderful historical lecture. The keynote speaker, Michael Geselowitz, Ph.D., Sr. Director of the IEEE History Center, will share his unique insights and walk you through the remarkable history from 1884 to the present day, the celebration of 125-anniversary milestones, and the 140th anniversary in 2024. We shall see how IEEE has hit some significant moments throughout its long, vibrant history—through the years and more.
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Thomas Edison’s Plan to Illuminate America in the Late Nineteenth Century
Oakton Library 10304 Lynnhaven Pl, Oakton, VA, United StatesIn October 1880, Thomas A. Edison published “The Success of the Electric Light,” in The North American Review,” to explain that the adoption of his electric light for domestic use has been delayed “due to the enormous mass of details which have to be mastered before the system can go into operation on a large scale, and on a commercial basis as a rival of the existing system of lighting by gas.” The “enormous mass of details” would include further research and development to improve the lamp, founding companies to manufacture components, and personally funding and supervising a company to build power plants. This talk will focus on the Thomas A. Edison Central Station Construction Department, a little-known entity founded by Edison himself in May 1883, to construct direct-current electric power stations in towns and cities throughout the United States. It built thirteen central stations in Massachusetts, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania before being absorbed by the Edison Company for Isolated Lighting in October 1884, coincidently, around the time IEEE was founded. While Edison stepped away from the day-to-day central station business, he continued research in direct current and later alternating current technology. And by the late 1880s, he found himself dragged into a media war with George Westinghouse in what has become the mythical “battle of the currents.” In 1887, Edison opened a new and expanded research laboratory in West Orange, New Jersey and by 1890 his research and business interests moved on to the improved phonograph, the talking doll, motion pictures, ore milling, and other technologies.
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Engaging Students in STEM with Historical Narratives
Virtual EventWe invite you to attend a free webinar, Engaging Students in STEM through Historical Narratives: The Example of Drones, on October 15th from 4pm to 5pm ET. Drones have been in the news lately, from use in damage surveillance in the devastating hurricanes to cleaning garbage off Mount Everest. In this webinar we will focus on the IEEE REACH UAV (unmanned aerial vehicle or "drones") Inquiry Unit, which explains how drones had their origins in the military but have applications across society, and encourages students to use knowledge of the past and present to speculate on the future. By immersing students in the historical narrative, REACH encourages students to think critically about technology and examine its relationship to society, culture, economics, and politics. Like the other nine free REACH units, UAV (drones) includes an inquiry designed lesson plan, teacher background information, primary and secondary sources, engaging student videos, and a hands-on activity. Participants in the webinar will walk away with ideas and resources you can use immediately in the classroom, and will have an opportunity to ask questions of historian Dr. Michael Geselowitz, Senior Director of the IEEE History Center. Register for the webinar.
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Unlocking Potential: How Key Partnerships Fuel Technological Innovation
Virtual EventDuring this session, learn about TryEngineering’s partnerships with other IEEE programs and external organizations. View webinar recording.
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Unseen Signals traveling exhibit opening
National Museum of Industrial History 602 E 2nd St, Bethlehem, PA, United StatesThe Unseen Signals traveling exhibit celebrates the life of the unsung genius and IEEE Medal of Honor winner Edwin H. Armstrong by highlighting his technological innovations, patriotism, and the continuing relevance of his achievements. It delves into Armstrong’s intellectual and professional journey against a backdrop of progress in wireless communication. Beginning with an exploration of the humble origins of the radio era during the early 20th century, we invite visitors to immerse themselves in Armstrong’s university years, his military service during the First World War, his alliance with the Radio Corporation of America (RCA), and the rise of the radio broadcasting industry. The IEEE Global Museum presented by the IEEE History Center brings museum-quality traveling exhibits to IEEE members and the public to promote an understanding of electrotechnology and its impact on society. This exhibit will open on 2 November 2024 at the National Museum of Industrial History in Bethlehem, PA. View the flyer for the opening or view the Museum's main collections webpage.
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USB IEEE Milestone Dedication
The dedication of the USB IEEE Milestone is taking place at the Intel Jones Farm Conference Center (2111 NE 25th Avenue, Hillsboro, Oregon, 97124). Registration for the event is required. You must register with the IEEE vTools event, prior (email) RSVPs are not acceptable. As it is on Intel property, Intel Security is requiring a name and the company/organization they represent for all attendees. The registration deadline in July, 24th, midnight (PDT). General Oregon IEEE members, who are not Intel employees, should list "IEEE" as the organization they are representing. For check-in, starting at 12:30pm, enter in through the main lobby as shown below:
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Radio Astronomy and EEE
The IEEE Photonics Society IUB Student Branch Chapter, in collaboration with the IEEE IUB Student Branch and the EEE Department, hosted a seminar on “Radio Astronomy and Electrical Engineering” at Independent University, Bangladesh. Distinguished speakers explored the deep connections between astronomy and engineering, highlighting historical pioneers like Karl Jansky and Grote Reber, and discussed future projects such as the Square Kilometre Array Observatory. Link: http://bit.ly/4q8DSnj
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Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line (ADSL) Enabling Broadband Internet, 1993-1997, Milestone dedication
You are cordially invited to attend the prestigious Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Milestone Award event on 4 September 2025, at Nokia in Antwerp, Belgium. The event will honor Nokia for its introduction of ADSL in the 1990s, a breakthrough innovation that marked the beginning of the broadband era for over 1 billion people. Nokia's continued innovation has been instrumental in shaping the modern broadband landscape.
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Anderson Bridge, 1891, IEEE Milestone Dedication
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and University of Galway have formally dedicated an IEEE Milestone in recognition of the invention of the Anderson Bridge, a groundbreaking invention in electrical measurement developed at the University in 1891 by Professor Alexander Anderson. Friday, September 5 2025, University of Galway, Ireland
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SSIT’s Pre-Conference History/STEM Workshop Day
Aboard the USS Hornet Museum, Alameda, CA 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. Event Details Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Location: USS Hornet Sea, Air & Space Museum – Alameda, CA Admission: Free for students with valid school ID Food: Complimentary Domino’s Pizza available for all attendees This event is open to the public and created especially for students, families, and educators. No ISTAS25 registration required. Please check the above SSIT Conference STEM Workshop link for details about registration, which will be available in late July 2025.
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Optics, Photonics, Imaging & Wireless: AT&T 100 Years of Research & Innovation
Celebrate A Day at the Museum at AT&T Labs Auditorium and the Science and Technology Innovation Center Museum with an extensive Technical Program open to all interested in learning about such careers in technology. The program includes Technical Leaders, Students, Mentors, Teachers and Community Influencers. STEM Students are invited to participate, as there will be a hands-on demo by Thorlabs. Learn More: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/497179
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IEEE Atlanta Section: Mimms Museum of Technology & Art Social
The IEEE Atlanta Section invites you to a special outing at the Mimms Museum of Technology and Art, featuring a premier collection of computer artifacts. All supportive chapters include: COM19, C16, CIS11, Life Members Affinity Group, PHO36, RA24/SEN39, EMB18, PE31and Women in Engineering. Discover an incredible journey through the digital age at the Mimms Museum of Technology and Art (formerly the Computer Museum of America). Explore iconic machines, from groundbreaking supercomputers and vintage gaming systems to a real Enigma machine. Learn More: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/490327