May 2026 MOVE USA Operations Training Opportunities MOVE Operations Class – 3-part Virtual Series IEEE MOVE USA is offering a dynamic three-part Virtual Operations Class designed for volunteers preparing for MOVE truck deployment, as well as those interested in learning more about the program. Attendance is required for existing drivers and crew members and anyone seeking to advance to a MOVE Truck Driver or Crew Member role. Attendance is encouraged for All MOVE volunteers. The course covers key topics including deployment expectations, truck equipment, and essential safety procedures. Each of the three sessions is conducted virtually and lasts approximately 90 minutes to two hours. Participants will also gain an understanding of the differences among the three MOVE USA trucks, providing prospective drivers and crew members with a solid foundation in both the shared systems and the unique features of each vehicle. Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE Program Agenda: The Day 1 session will provide an overview of the MOVE truck operation for MOVE-1, MOVE-2 and MOVE-3 with a high-level understanding of truck operations, power systems, network systems and communications/radio systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. The Day 2 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on truck operations, maintenance and power generations systems. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. The Day 3 session will provide a detailed orientation and discussion on the networking and communications systems. An overview of the Cisco Meraki and radio systems operations and functionality will be provided. The differences between the three trucks will be discussed. Please use the following links to register for all three training sessions. This is a 3-part virtual class. Register to attend >> - Part 1: Tuesday, 5 May 2026 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/551951 - Part 2: Tuesday, 12 May 2026 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/551952 - Part 3: Tuesday, 19 May 2026 from 8:00 - 9:30 PM ET >> https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/551953 There will be a test after the third session - material will be provided for the test. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/551953

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"Nature as Mentor: Shaping a Greener Start for Energy Technologies" Shudipto Konika Dishari, Ross McCollum Associate Professor, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Abstract: Advancing the design of electrochemical energy conversion and storage devices is critical to generating electricity in a clean, sustainable manner for industry, transportation sectors, and beyond. Achieving these goals requires not only a deep understanding of state-of-the-art materials but also the development of more efficient next-generation alternatives that are both efficient and sustainable. This talk will highlight our efforts to harness nature’s arts for a greener start in energy conversion and storage devices. Specifically, I will present our efforts to leverage plant-based feedstocks and nature-inspired design principles to create unique, durable, fluorine-free solid polymer electrolytes to boost ion transport at electrode interfaces and membranes. Speaker(s): Shudipto Dishari, Agenda: 06:00 Introduction of speaker 07:00 Adjourn Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/557278

Radio Communications in Wildland Fire Operations Every firefighter deployed to a wildland fire learns the critical importance of Lookouts, Communications, Escape Routes, and Safety Zones, or LCES, as firefighters call it. LCES are the four pillars of safe wildland fire operations. Effective radio communications is not just a tool—it is the glue that integrates these four pillars, and the foundational lifeline that separates successful containment from tragedy. Unlike structural firefighting, wildland operations often occur in remote, rugged terrain where cell service is non-existent, and crews are spread across miles of demanding landscape. The challenging aspects of this environment—intense smoke, roaring fires, extreme heat, and severe topographical interference—place unique demands on communication technology. Firefighters require robust radio systems, interoperable with multiple agencies, and increasingly augmented by mobile mapping apps. This presentation will explore the radio systems used to support firefighters and the LCES process in wildland firefighting, Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE Program Speaker(s): Walt Burns Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/556478

Radio Communications in Wildland Fire OperationsEvery firefighter deployed to a wildland fire learns the critical importance of Lookouts, Communications, Escape Routes, and Safety Zones, or LCES, as firefighters call it. LCES are the four pillars of safe wildland fire operations. Effective radio communications is not just a tool—it is the glue that integrates these four pillars, and the foundational lifeline that separates successful containment from tragedy. Unlike structural firefighting, wildland operations often occur in remote, rugged terrain where cell service is non-existent, and crews are spread across miles of demanding <a href="http://landscape.The" target="_blank" title="landscape.The">landscape.The challenging aspects of this environment—intense smoke, roaring fires, extreme heat, and severe topographical interference—place unique demands on communication technology. Firefighters require robust radio systems, interoperable with multiple agencies, and increasingly augmented by mobile mapping <a href="http://apps.This" target="_blank" title="apps.This">apps.This presentation will explore the radio systems used to support firefighters and the LCES process in wildland firefighting,Co-sponsored by: IEEE-USA MOVE ProgramSpeaker(s): Walt BurnsVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/556478