IEEE Metropolitan Los Angeles Section – Communications Society Chapter

In this insightful presentation, IEEE Region 1 Director Bala Prasanna and IEEE Senior Member Dr. Kit August engage in a meaningful dialogue with one of the most esteemed figures of our time, Nobel Laureate Dr. Robert W. Wilson. At 87, Dr. Wilson remains an active and influential contributor to both technical fields and broader aspects of life. His groundbreaking discovery of the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) 60 years ago continues to be a cornerstone of modern cosmology. In this candid and informal recording, Dr. Wilson, known for his soft-spoken, focused, and passionate demeanor, shares profound insights on a variety of topics. He reflects on the rapid changes occurring in the world and emphasizes the crucial responsibilities of leading research institutions. He advocates for supporting discoveries and inventions that may not provide immediate financial returns but are essential for long-term scientific progress. Dr. Wilson also addresses how today’s younger generations can harness the vast amount of information available to them, leveraging it to drive innovation and knowledge. He highlights the invaluable role of IEEE’s extensive library of technical journals, which serve as a vital resource for researchers and engineers worldwide. This presentation offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a scientific legend, providing valuable lessons on the importance of curiosity, perseverance, and the pursuit of knowledge. It is a testament to how dedicated individuals and institutions can shape a better tomorrow. #IEEEDay #IEEEDay2024 #cosmology #nobelprize Tune in to the livestream on IEEE-USA's YouTube channel on 1 October 2024 at 7PM ET: https://bit.ly/ieeeusa-ieee-day-2024 [] Speaker(s): Dr. Kit August, Bala Prasanna, Dr. Robert W. Wilson Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/436751

In this insightful presentation, IEEE Region 1 Director Bala Prasanna and IEEE Senior Member Dr. Katherine (Kit) August engage in a meaningful dialogue with one of the most esteemed figures of our time, Nobel Laureate Dr. Robert W. Wilson.At 87, Dr. Wilson remains an active and influential contributor to both technical fields and broader aspects of life. His groundbreaking discovery of the Cosmic Microwave Background (CMB) 60 years ago continues to be a cornerstone of modern cosmology.In this candid and informal recording, Dr. Wilson, known for his soft-spoken, focused, and passionate demeanor, shares profound insights on a variety of topics. He reflects on the rapid changes occurring in the world and emphasizes the crucial responsibilities of leading research institutions. He advocates for supporting discoveries and inventions that may not provide immediate financial returns but are essential for long-term scientific progress.Dr. Wilson also addresses how today’s younger generations can harness the vast amount of information available to them, leveraging it to drive innovation and knowledge. He highlights the invaluable role of IEEE’s extensive library of technical journals, which serve as a vital resource for researchers and engineers worldwide.This presentation offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a scientific legend, providing valuable lessons on the importance of curiosity, perseverance, and the pursuit of knowledge. It is a testament to how dedicated individuals and institutions can shape a better tomorrow. #IEEEDay #IEEEDay2024 #cosmology #nobelprizeTune in to the livestream on IEEE-USA's YouTube channel on 1 October 2024 at 7PM ET: https://bit.ly/ieeeusa-ieee-day-2024[]Speaker(s): Dr. Kit August, Bala Prasanna, Dr. Robert W. WilsonVirtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/436751

IEEE Region 6 - Southern Area Fall Meeting @ CSULB - ECS (ENGINEERING AND COMPUTER SCIENCE) building Parking is available at the following location https://maps.app.goo.gl/NZKjKNRaUYJBHgAMA Campus map https://www.csulb.edu/sites/default/files/document/campus-map_2.pdf Co-sponsored by: Region 6 - Southern Area Speaker(s): Kathy Hayashi, Joseph Wei, Agenda: Time Event Speaker 8:30-9AM: Continental Breakfast 9:00-9:15AM Welcome and Introductions around the room Aleksandar Babic 9:15-9:30AM: Region 6 Treasurer - Nextgen/Concur Scott Tamashiro 9:30-9:45AM: Region 6 Conferences in 2024 and 2025 Scott Tamashiro 9:45-10:00AM: Education Activites Mostafa Mortezaie 10:00-10:15AM: Past Area Chair Remarks Charlie Jackson 10:15-10:30AM: Morning Break 10:30-10:45AM: IEEE/USA President-Elect 2025 and IEEE Chips Tim Lee 10:45-11:00AM: Region 6 Director's Remark Kathy Hayashi 11:00-11:15PM: Young Professionals Alberto Tam Yong 11:15-11:45PM: vTools and OU Analytics Joseph Wei 11:45-12:00PM: WIE/SPAX Peijung Tsai 12:00-1:00PM Lunch 1:00-2:00PM: Sections and Student Branch Reports Buenaventura Section Central Coast Section Ruth E Franklin China Lake-Bakersfield Section Coastal Los Angeles Section Fred Lawler Foothill Section Max Cherubin Metropolitan Los Angeles Section Orange County Section Alberto Tam Yong San Fernando Valley Section Sevada Isayan Southern California Council Gora Datta STB03421 - California State Univ-Long Beach Ava Hedayatipour, Henry Yeh 2:00-3:00PM: Open discussions and Closing Remarks Room: 312, Bldg: ECS, CSULB - California State University Long Beach, Long Beach, California, United States, 90840

This is the Region 6 - Southern Area Fall MeetingWe are in process of finalizing the location.Co-sponsored by: Region 6 - Southern AreaSpeaker(s): , , Agenda: - In progress -REDONDO BEACH, California, United States, 90277