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Call for Papers – 2021 IEEE DISCOVER

2021 IEEE International Conference on Distributed Computing, VLSI, Electrical Circuits and Robotics (DISCOVER)

November 19-20, 2021

by IEEE Mangalore Sub-Section at Nitte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology, Nitte, Karkala, Udupi (Karnataka), India
in association with IEEE Bangalore Section

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Submission deadline:  Thursday, July 15, 2021

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CALL FOR PAPERS

The Nitte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology (NMAMIT), Nitte (Karnataka) is hosting the fifth IEEE International Conference on Distributed Computing, VLSI, Electrical Circuits and Robotics (DISCOVER-2021). IEEE Conference Record Number # 52564. DISCOVER is a flagship conference of IEEE Mangalore Sub-Section and financially sponsored by IEEE Bangalore Section. DISCOVER aims to provide an international platform to the students, professionals, practitioners and researchers from Industry and Academia working in Distributed Computing, VLSI Verification, Communication Engineering, Electrical Circuits, Robotics and Healthcare. A series of plenary talks, followed by oral presentations and other events, has been planned to facilitate networking among the delegates. The accepted and presented papers of the DISCOVER-2021 will be submitted to IEEE for possible publication in the IEEE Xplore Digital Library.

2021 IEEE DISCOVER will be held in Nitte Mahalinga Adyanthaya Memorial Institute of Technology, Nitte, Karkala, Udupi, Karnataka, India-574110. IEEE DISCOVER previous edition papers are published in IEEE Xplore Digital Library and are indexed by Scopus.

The conference details are available at https://www.ieee-discover.org/

The paper submission is managed through Microsoft CMT (https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/IEEEDISCOVER2021)

The last date for paper submission is Thursday, July 15, 2021

We invite you to submit your research papers to this conference. Please share this information with your friends & peers. For any further information, kindly e-mail your queries to discover2021@nitte.edu.in

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Note – Each full registration fee from the same author can cover the presentation of up to two papers. For registration fee details, please visit the conference website https://www.ieee-discover.org/

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Dr. Lau Bee Theng, the Editor for IEEE Region 10 Connect interviewed three R10 leaders, Prof. Akinori Nishihara, Prof. Toshio Fukuda, and Prof. Kukjin Chun. The highlights and link to the video interviews are given below.

Interview with Prof. Akinori Nishihara

This video features the interview with Professor Akinori Nishihara, the immediate past Director of IEEE Region 10. He shared how he began his journey as an IEEE member and his volunteering experience with IEEE. He and his former student created the IEEE Japan Council WIE Affinity Group in 2005. He has been helping WIE Japan and WIE Tokyo/Shin-Etsu since then, and he also shared some advice for promoting gender equality in IEEE around the globe.

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Interview with Prof. Toshio Fukuda

This video features the interview with Professor Toshio Fukuda, the immediate past President of IEEE. Professor Toshio started his journey with IEEE since he was a university student. He shared how his passion has developed after being exposed to high-quality international conferences during his early years in university.  He shared the motivation factors of his great zealousness in serving IEEE for years in many portfolios, and he has gratefully given some advice to the young IEEE volunteers.  

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Interview with Prof. Kukjin Chun

The video features the interview with Professor Kukjin Chun, immediate Past Chair of IEEE MGA Board. He shared his past portfolios and rich volunteering experience in Korea, Region 10, and the US. He has also shared about IEEE Young Professional and how IEEE members can tap on this excellent networking body to improve their international collaboration and enrich their experience in IEEE.

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IEEE Region 10 Newsletter

Newsletter 2021

• Quarter 1: January Edition [PDF] [WEB]
• Quarter 2: April Edition [PDF] [WEB]

Newsletter 2020

• Quarter 1: January Edition [PDF] 
• Quarter 2: April Edition  [PDF] [WEB]
• Quarter 3: July Edition [PDF] [WEB]
• Quarter 4: October Edition [PDF] [WEB]

Newsletter 2019

• Quarter 1: March Edition 
• Quarter 2: June Edition 
• Quarter 3: October Edition 

Newsletter 2018

• Quarter 1: March Edition
• Quarter 2: June-July Edition
• Quarter 3: October Edition

Newsletter 2017

• Quarter 1: March Edition
• Quarter 2: July Edition
• Quarter 3: October Edition
• Quarter 4: December Edition

Newsletter 2016

• Quarter 1: March Edition
• Quarter 2: June Edition
• Quarter 3: September Edition
• Quarter 4: December Edition
• Special Supplement Issue

Newsletter 2015

• Quarter 1: March Edition
• Quarter 2: August Edition
• Quarter 3: December Edition

Newsletter 2014

• Quarter 1: March Edition
• Quarter 2: June Edition
• Quarter 3: December Edition

Newsletter 2013

• Quarter 1: June Edition
• Quarter 2: September Edition
• Quarter 3: December Edition

Newsletter 2012

• Quarter 1: March Edition
• Quarter 2: JuneEdition
• Quarter 3: December Edition

IEEE R10 Interviews related to Covid-19

RiseUp Mora 2021

Awishka Thuduwage, Secretary for IEEE University of Moratuwa Student Branch

RISEUP MORA 2021, which was held from 6th to 21st March 2021 created a worthwhile opportunity for the undergraduate community towards stepping into their dream career. The phase 1 Webinar on “How to make a job-winning resume” was held on 6th March 2021 where Eng. Zahra Marzook was the guest speaker. Over 250 undergraduates from Sri Lanka participated in the session and they were guided on the art of writing a top-notch resume. Phase 2 Webinar on “How to excel in an interview” was held on 13th March 2021 with more than 200 attendees. The guest speaker was Ms. Rovina Vandersay and tips of creating a lasting impression upon the employer was remarked. The last phase of RiseUp Mora took place on 20th March 2021. 26 leading companies allied with almost every discipline of engineering in the country collaborated, and over 250 mock interviews were held.

CyberShield 2021

Thimira Chandrasekara, Chair for IEEE SLIIT Student Branch

The IEEE Computer Society of Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology organized “CyberShield”, a two-day cybersecurity workshop on the 15th and 16th May 2021. The main objective of this event was to present fundamental knowledge on cybersecurity for the participants and to teach about the various security risks, hacking techniques, red teaming, and cybercrimes happening today. Participants were given a basic overview of major cybersecurity topics including information on career opportunities, hacking tools, qualifying pathways, and certain practical knowledge on hacking through demonstrations. The sessions were conducted on two days by Mr. Kavinga Abeywardena and Mr. Jude Myuran respectively, each explaining practical and theoretical concepts of cybersecurity, followed by an active Q&A session. The participants who were actively present on both days were given valuable certificates upon completion and the event concluded with over 600 participants on both days and with a lot of positive feedback from participants.

Distinguished Lectures on Distributed ML and Full-Duplex Communications for Wireless Networks

Deborsi Basu, Secretary for IEEE IIT Kharagpur CS Student Chapter

IEEE Computer Society Student Branch Chapter of the IEEE Kharagpur Section has successfully organized two significant Distinguished Lectures (DL) on next-generation wireless communications. The first lecture on “New System Design Challenges in Implementing Full-Duplex Communications in Next Generation Wireless Networks” was delivered by Prof. Neelesh B. Maheta, Fellow IEEE & Professor at ECE Department, IISc Bangalore, India on 27th February 2021, which was attended by 20 IEEE and 32 guest members.

The second lecture was given by Prof. Walid Saad, Fellow IEEE & Professor at Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Virginia Tech, U.S.A on “Distributed Machine Learning in Wireless Networks: Challenges and Opportunities” on 24th March 2021, which was attended by 21 IEEE and 24 guest members.

Both of the distinguished lectures primarily focused on implications of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and federated learning techniques in future wireless communication technologies, e.g. SG and beyond networks.

Muhammad Faizan Usman, Branch Counselor for IEEE HIET Student Branch

Impact of 3D Printing and its Utilization from Transforming Projects into Products

Hamdard University Pakistan’s IEEE HIET Student Branch (SB) always encourages activities through which students can get ideas and think about innovation. In continuation of this approach, the SB organized a seminar titled “Impact of 3D Printing and Utilization from Transforming Projects into Products” on 13th April 2021 at Hamdard University’s main campus in Karachi. The main objective of this seminar was to share in-depth technical knowledge related to 3D Printing Technology and also to build an entrepreneurial mindset. The seminar began with the welcome speech by Prof. Dr. Anwar Manzar (Dean FEST, Hamdard Univesity). Later on, the guest speaker Mr. Ovais H. Qureshi (CEO Viscous.co & CEO Bioniks) explained the fundamentals of 3D Printing. He also shared the applications of 3D Printing in various domains. A 3D design was also printed during the event and was thoroughly explained. The seminar ended with a vote of thanks by Dr. Faisal Khan.

Guidance for UGRAD Exchange Program 2022

Hamdard University Pakistan’s IEEE HIET Student Branch (SB) always shares opportunities for students to groom them for future challenges. The branch has a legacy to help the students in the preparation of such options and for this purpose, the SB adopts a proactive approach in enhancing student’s exposure. In continuation of this tradition, IEEE HIET SB organized a productive webinar titled “Guidance for UGRAD Exchange Program 2022” on 9th April 2021. This event was related to a semester exchange scholarship at any university in the USA. The webinar started with a recitation of few verses of the Holy Quran. Engr. Mohammad Faizan (IEEE HIET SB Counselor) hosted this webinar and also served as the speaker. He thoroughly guided the participants about this opportunity which is being offered by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the United States Department of State every year. He also provided step-by-step guidance regarding the submission of the application form.

Techniques of writing an Effective Resume using the Star Method

Job Interviews can be a stressful experience for fresh graduates, especially when faced with open-ended questions related to behavior. So IEEE PAF-KIET Student Branch & IEEE HIET Student Branch organized an exciting webinar collaboratively on the topic “Techniques of Writing an Effective Resume using the STAR Method” on 27th May 2021 by highly distinguished speaker Sajjad Hussain who is serving as an Assistant Professor at PAF-KIET. He has practical work experience of over 15 years with several organizations in different positions and also provides consultation services to students. In this Webinar, he provided in-depth knowledge & indicates basic mistakes which students normally do when writing their resume. He further guided students about the STAR method which means Situation, Task, Action and Result. For each experience other than education, the STAR method helps to explain that experience. In the end Engr. Muhammad Faizan (Branch Counselor IEEE HIET SB) gave the vote of thanks.

Webinar session on “CyberCrime”

Farhan Tasnim, Publication Volunteer for IEEE AIUB Student Branch

On 11th February 2021, the IEEE AIUB Student Branch successfully organized a webinar session titled “Cyber Crime” in collaboration with Dhaka Round Table, Dhaka Metro Round Table, and supported by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of Bangladesh Police through the Zoom Meetings platform. The event mainly focused on the young juveniles to be aware of the possible harassment through cybercrime. The informative session was conducted by Mahmudul Islam Talukdar, Additional Superintendent of Police, Cyber Police Centre, CID, Bangladesh Police who described the concept of cybercrime along with the most common approaches of cyber-related crime and threats and encouraged everyone to stay for the betterment of their families. Afterward, Md. Rezaul Masud, Special Superintendent of Police, Cyber Police Centre, CID, Bangladesh Police initiated the session with the impacts of the cybercrimes in Bangladesh. In the end, an interactive Q/A session took place with the 63 participants present in the session.