IEEE Newfoundland-Labrador Computer, Communication, and Circuits & Systems Joint Societies Chapter and IEEE Kingston Communications Society Chapter cordially invite you to a hybrid technical presentation entitled “CMC Microsystems and the National Design Network in Canada” by Mr. Gordon Harling, CEO of CMC Microsystems, Kingston, Canada.   When: Aug. 13, 2026 at 3:00-4:30pm (Thursday)   Where: CSF-5115, Core Science Faculty Building, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John’s, NL, Canada, or virtually at https://mun.webex.com/mun/j.php?MTID=m2e14dce6a8f7b5137aeb7a4e67041cd7   Seminar Title: CMC Microsystems and the National Design Network in Canada       Seminar Abstract: • Canadian Microelectronics Corporation (CMC) • The National Design Network in Canada • Packaging, microelectronics, photonics, quantum, embedded software, MEMS, microfluidics tools, technologies, and collaboration opportunities available for your research projects in Canada • Questions & Answers       Biography of the Speaker: Gordon Harling received a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Science from the University of Toronto and a Maitrise en Ingenierie Physique from the Ecole Polytechnique de Montreal. He has worked in Research and Development at large companies such as Mitel, NovAtel, and DALSA. He has been a founder and CEO of several start-up companies including Goal Semiconductor, Elliptic Technologies, and Innotime Technologies. He was Director of Economic Development for ICT and Micro-Nanotechnologioes for Sherbrooke Innopole from 2010 to 2015 and is now the CEO of CMC Microsystems, a not-for-profit which provides software and services to 67 colleges and universities across Canada.

📢 Call for Papers: NECEC 2026 is now accepting submissions! We invite researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to contribute original work.📅 Abstract Deadline: September 18, 2026🔗 CFP: https://necec.ieeenl.ca/assets/pdf/CFP_NECEC2026.pdf📝 Submit here: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/NECEC2026Please RT and share widely! The 34th Annual Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC 2026) is scheduled for November 12, 2026, at the Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.  Conference Details Date: November 12, 2026 Location: Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre, St. John's, NL Presenters: IEEE Newfoundland and Labrador Section in cooperation with Memorial University of Newfoundland Focus: Technical concepts, innovations, and implementations in electrical, electronic, and computer engineering, as well as information technologies Important Deadlines Abstract Submission: September 18, 2026 Notification of Acceptance: October 14, 2026 Final Paper Submission: October 26, 2026

📢 Call for Papers: NECEC 2026 is now accepting submissions! We invite researchers, engineers, and industry professionals to contribute original work.📅 Abstract Deadline: September 18, 2026🔗 CFP: https://necec.ieeenl.ca/assets/pdf/CFP_NECEC2026.pdf📝 Submit here: https://cmt3.research.microsoft.com/NECEC2026Please RT and share widely! The 34th Annual Newfoundland Electrical and Computer Engineering Conference (NECEC 2026) is scheduled for November 12, 2026, at the Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.  Conference Details Date: November 12, 2026 Location: Holiday Inn St. John's Conference Centre, St. John's, NL Presenters: IEEE Newfoundland and Labrador Section in cooperation with Memorial University of Newfoundland Focus: Technical concepts, innovations, and implementations in electrical, electronic, and computer engineering, as well as information technologies Important Deadlines Abstract Submission: September 18, 2026 Notification of Acceptance: October 14, 2026 Final Paper Submission: October 26, 2026

To view complete details for this event, click here to view the announcement IEEE NL WIE Graduate Lunch Hour Take a break from your academic routine and join the IEEE Newfoundland and Labrador Section Women in Engineering (WIE) for a relaxed lunch hour with fellow graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. The session will feature Dr. Kusal Tennakoon (Member, IEEE), who will present a brief talk titled “Beyond the Degree: What Graduate School Actually Prepares You For.” He will share insights into how the skills, discipline, and problem-solving mindset developed during graduate studies have supported his career in industry. The lunch hour will also provide an opportunity to connect with other graduate students and postdoctoral researchers through conversations, interactive activities, and games. All graduate students, regardless of discipline or stage of study, and postdoctoral researchers are welcome. Speaker Biography Dr. Kusal Tennakoon (Member, IEEE) Engineer, TechnologyHarsh Environment Research and Digital Research Center (HET&DRC)ABS Canada, Inc. Dr. Tennakoon is an Engineer, Technology at the ABS Harsh Environment Technology and Digital Research Center (HET&DRC) in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, where he contributes to developing autonomous and intelligent systems for the safe operation of maritime vessels in harsh environments. Dr. Tennakoon received his B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, in 2016, and his M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering specializing in robotics from Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2020. In 2026, he completed his PhD at Memorial University of Newfoundland, where his research concentrated on vision-based localization, landmark detection, and GPS-denied navigation of robotic platforms. Event Details Date: July 28, 2026Time: 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.Location: EN 4000, Memorial University of NewfoundlandGuest Speaker: Dr. Kusal Tennakoon, Engineer, Technology Harsh Environment Research and Digital Research Center (HET&DRC), ABS Canada, Inc.   Date and Time Date: 28 Jul 2026Time: 12:00 PM NDT to 01:00 PM NDT Add Event to Calendar iCal Google Calendar Location Memorial University of Newfoundland St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada Room Number: Faculty Lounge (EN4000) Hosts Newfoundland-Labrador Section Affinity Group, WIE Newfoundland-Labrador Section Contact Event Hosts    

To view complete details for this event, click here to view the announcement IEEE NL WIE Graduate Lunch Hour Take a break from your academic routine and join the IEEE Newfoundland and Labrador Section Women in Engineering (WIE) for a relaxed lunch hour with fellow graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. The session will feature Dr. Kusal Tennakoon (Member, IEEE), who will present a brief talk titled “Beyond the Degree: What Graduate School Actually Prepares You For.” He will share insights into how the skills, discipline, and problem-solving mindset developed during graduate studies have supported his career in industry. The lunch hour will also provide an opportunity to connect with other graduate students and postdoctoral researchers through conversations, interactive activities, and games. All graduate students, regardless of discipline or stage of study, and postdoctoral researchers are welcome. Speaker Biography Dr. Kusal Tennakoon (Member, IEEE) Engineer, TechnologyHarsh Environment Research and Digital Research Center (HET&DRC)ABS Canada, Inc. Dr. Tennakoon is an Engineer, Technology at the ABS Harsh Environment Technology and Digital Research Center (HET&DRC) in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, where he contributes to developing autonomous and intelligent systems for the safe operation of maritime vessels in harsh environments. Dr. Tennakoon received his B.Sc. (Hons.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, in 2016, and his M.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering specializing in robotics from Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2020. In 2026, he completed his PhD at Memorial University of Newfoundland, where his research concentrated on vision-based localization, landmark detection, and GPS-denied navigation of robotic platforms. Event Details Date: July 28, 2026Time: 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.Location: EN 4000, Memorial University of NewfoundlandGuest Speaker: Dr. Kusal Tennakoon, Engineer, Technology Harsh Environment Research and Digital Research Center (HET&DRC), ABS Canada, Inc.   Date and Time Date: 28 Jul 2026Time: 12:00 PM NDT to 01:00 PM NDT Add Event to Calendar iCal Google Calendar Location Memorial University of Newfoundland St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada Room Number: Faculty Lounge (EN4000) Hosts Newfoundland-Labrador Section Affinity Group, WIE Newfoundland-Labrador Section Contact Event Hosts    

To view complete details for this event, click here to view the announcement IEEE WIE Panel Discussion : From Blueprints to Startups - Engineers as Emerging Founders in the Startup Ecosystem From Blueprints to Startups: Engineers as Emerging Founders in the Startup Ecosystem As part of the IEEE WIE Day 2026 celebrations, IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Newfoundland and Labrador, together with the Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship (MCE), invites you to an engaging panel discussion on innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership in STEM. Hear from entrepreneurs, startup leaders, innovation mentors, and academic experts as they share their experiences in transforming ideas into impactful ventures. The discussion will explore innovation, entrepreneurship, mentorship, startup development, and the opportunities and challenges involved in building successful ventures. Whether you are a student, researcher, early-career professional, or aspiring entrepreneur, this event offers valuable insights while celebrating the contributions of women in STEM innovation and entrepreneurship. A networking session with refreshments will follow the panel discussion. Registration is required. Please scan the QR code on the event flyer to register. Seating is limited, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.   Date and Time Date: 03 Jul 2026Time: 04:00 PM NDT to 05:00 PM NDT Add Event to Calendar iCal Google Calendar Location Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science Memorial University of Newfoundland St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada Room Number: EN 3075 Hosts Newfoundland-Labrador Section Affinity Group, WIE Newfoundland-Labrador Section Contact Event Hosts

To view complete details for this event, click here to view the announcement IEEE WIE Panel Discussion : From Blueprints to Startups - Engineers as Emerging Founders in the Startup Ecosystem From Blueprints to Startups: Engineers as Emerging Founders in the Startup Ecosystem As part of the IEEE WIE Day 2026 celebrations, IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Newfoundland and Labrador, together with the Memorial Centre for Entrepreneurship (MCE), invites you to an engaging panel discussion on innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership in STEM. Hear from entrepreneurs, startup leaders, innovation mentors, and academic experts as they share their experiences in transforming ideas into impactful ventures. The discussion will explore innovation, entrepreneurship, mentorship, startup development, and the opportunities and challenges involved in building successful ventures. Whether you are a student, researcher, early-career professional, or aspiring entrepreneur, this event offers valuable insights while celebrating the contributions of women in STEM innovation and entrepreneurship. A networking session with refreshments will follow the panel discussion. Registration is required. Please scan the QR code on the event flyer to register. Seating is limited, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.   Date and Time Date: 03 Jul 2026Time: 04:00 PM NDT to 05:00 PM NDT Add Event to Calendar iCal Google Calendar Location Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science Memorial University of Newfoundland St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada Room Number: EN 3075 Hosts Newfoundland-Labrador Section Affinity Group, WIE Newfoundland-Labrador Section Contact Event Hosts

To view complete details for this event, click here to view the announcement Digital Twin Enhanced Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Decision Making of Critical Engineering Systems 🌟 The IEEE NL Section Women in Engineering (WIE) invites you to a special talk titled "Digital Twin Enhanced Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Decision Making of Critical Engineering Systems", by Dr. Mihiran Galagedarage Don, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, Memorial University of Newfoundland. Speaker Biography Dr. Mihiran Galagedarage Don is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland and a Visiting Researcher at Aalto University, Finland. From 2023 to 2025, he led Aalto University’s “Digital Twin World” flagship research program. He earned a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (2023) and an M.Eng. in Process Engineering (2019) from Memorial University of Newfoundland. He also holds a master’s degree in Sustainable Process Engineering (2016) and a B.Sc. in Materials Engineering (2009) from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. His interdisciplinary background enables him to identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration. His current research focuses on developing enhanced condition-monitoring systems for critical engineering applications using component-scale digital twins, fostering collaboration across disciplines such as mechanical engineering, materials science, and intelligent systems. Talk Abstract Failures in marine propulsion systems, though infrequent, can cause significant safety and economic consequences through loss of propulsion (LOP) events. Emerging maritime trends—including hydrogen propulsion, Arctic navigation, and autonomous operations—further increase the need for advanced condition monitoring. This study reviews digital twin (DT) research for marine propulsion systems, highlighting the limited focus on component-level DTs despite their potential for predictive maintenance and reliability improvement. Key challenges include limited dynamic models, computational cost, data availability, ownership issues, and communication constraints. To address these gaps, the study proposes the Digital Twin Research Hub (DTRH), a bond graph–based multi-physics framework for developing efficient component-level DTs and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Date and Time Date: 28 May 2026Time: 12:00 PM NDT to 01:00 PM NDT Add Event to Calendar iCal Google Calendar Location Memorial University of Newfoundland St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada Room Number: Faculty Lounge (EN4000) Hosts Newfoundland-Labrador Section Affinity Group, WIE Newfoundland-Labrador Section Contact Event Hosts Registration Link to External Registration

To view complete details for this event, click here to view the announcement Digital Twin Enhanced Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Decision Making of Critical Engineering Systems 🌟 The IEEE NL Section Women in Engineering (WIE) invites you to a special talk titled "Digital Twin Enhanced Condition Monitoring and Maintenance Decision Making of Critical Engineering Systems", by Dr. Mihiran Galagedarage Don, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science, Memorial University of Newfoundland. Speaker Biography Dr. Mihiran Galagedarage Don is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland and a Visiting Researcher at Aalto University, Finland. From 2023 to 2025, he led Aalto University’s “Digital Twin World” flagship research program. He earned a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (2023) and an M.Eng. in Process Engineering (2019) from Memorial University of Newfoundland. He also holds a master’s degree in Sustainable Process Engineering (2016) and a B.Sc. in Materials Engineering (2009) from the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka. His interdisciplinary background enables him to identify and pursue opportunities for collaboration. His current research focuses on developing enhanced condition-monitoring systems for critical engineering applications using component-scale digital twins, fostering collaboration across disciplines such as mechanical engineering, materials science, and intelligent systems. Talk Abstract Failures in marine propulsion systems, though infrequent, can cause significant safety and economic consequences through loss of propulsion (LOP) events. Emerging maritime trends—including hydrogen propulsion, Arctic navigation, and autonomous operations—further increase the need for advanced condition monitoring. This study reviews digital twin (DT) research for marine propulsion systems, highlighting the limited focus on component-level DTs despite their potential for predictive maintenance and reliability improvement. Key challenges include limited dynamic models, computational cost, data availability, ownership issues, and communication constraints. To address these gaps, the study proposes the Digital Twin Research Hub (DTRH), a bond graph–based multi-physics framework for developing efficient component-level DTs and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Date and Time Date: 28 May 2026Time: 12:00 PM NDT to 01:00 PM NDT Add Event to Calendar iCal Google Calendar Location Memorial University of Newfoundland St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador Canada Room Number: Faculty Lounge (EN4000) Hosts Newfoundland-Labrador Section Affinity Group, WIE Newfoundland-Labrador Section Contact Event Hosts Registration Link to External Registration

To view complete details for this event, click here to view the announcement Technical Event Co-hosted by IEEE Newfoundland-Labrador Computer, Communications, and Circuits & Systems Joint Societies Chapter and IEEE Kingston Communications Society Chapter EEE Newfoundland-Labrador Computer, Communications, and Circuits & Systems Joint Societies Chapter and IEEE Kingston Communications Society Chapter cordially invite you to a technical presentation entitled “Phononic Frequency Combs” by Dr. Adarsh Ganesan, Assistant Professor at Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani – Dubai Campus, UAE. When: 11:00-12:00pm on May 22, 2026 (Friday, NL local time)  Where: online at https://mun.webex.com/mun/j.php?MTID=mdc7f149139d7e7e709438d527ee0f343   Seminar Title: Phononic Frequency Combs Seminar Speaker: Dr. Adarsh Ganesan Seminar Abstract: Phononic frequency combs (PFC) are the mechanical analogues of celebrated photonic frequency combs. These represent a newly documented physical phenomenon in the well-researched physical domain of mechanical resonators. The emergence of PFC is mediated by nonlinear modal coupling. Through a series of experiments using micromechanical resonators, various physical features of PFC have been identified. These include drive parameters for comb operation, hysteresis for comb spectrum tailoring and nonlinear sensitivity to physical perturbations. My talk will describe the physics of PFC and will emphasize how these combs could be foundational to the fields of materials science, molecular science and chemical science. In that respect, I will present our first conceptual demonstrations of material combs, molecular combs and chemical combs respectively. I will also showcase our recent demonstrations of broadband PFC using optical tweezers and phonon lasers. The future work will be focused on the applications of PFC in sensing, communications and quantum information science. Biography of the Speaker: Adarsh Ganesan is currently an assistant professor at Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani – Dubai Campus, UAE. He obtained his BE (Hons) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from BITS Pilani in 2014 and Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Cambridge in 2018. He carried out his postdoctoral research at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Gaithersburg, USA from 2018-2021. After serving as an assistant professor at Ahmedabad University, India from 2021-2024, Adarsh joined the Dubai Campus of BITS Pilani in July 2024. Adarsh has been recognized for his doctoral work on phononic frequency combs by the 2017 John Winbolt Prize (Cambridge University), 2017 UK Doctoral Researcher Award, 2018 APS GSNP Student Speaker Award, 2018 IET Hudswell International Research Scholarship and 2019 BITS Alumni Association Global 30 Under 30 Award. Date and Time Date: 22 May 2026Time: 11:00 AM NDT to 12:00 PM NDT Add Event to Calendar iCal Google Calendar Location This event has virtual attendance info. Please visit the event page to attend virtually. Hosts Newfoundland Labrador Sect Chap, C16/COM19/CAS04 Kingston Section Chapter, C16/COM19 Contact Event Hosts Registration Starts 15 May 2026 10:30 AM CST Ends 22 May 2026 10:30 AM CST No Admission Charge

To view complete details for this event, click here to view the announcement IEEE Newfoundland-Labrador Computer, Communication, and Circuits & Systems Joint Societies Chapter Technical Event IEEE Newfoundland-Labrador Computer, Communication, and Circuits & Systems Joint Societies Chapter cordially invites you to a technical presentation entitled “Phononic Frequency Combs” by Dr. Adarsh Ganesan, Assistant Professor at Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani – Dubai Campus, UAE. Seminar Title: Phononic Frequency Combs Seminar Speaker: Dr. Adarsh Ganesan Seminar Abstract: Phononic frequency combs (PFC) are the mechanical analogues of celebrated photonic frequency combs. These represent a newly documented physical phenomenon in the well-researched physical domain of mechanical resonators. The emergence of PFC is mediated by nonlinear modal coupling. Through a series of experiments using micromechanical resonators, various physical features of PFC have been identified. These include drive parameters for comb operation, hysteresis for comb spectrum tailoring and nonlinear sensitivity to physical perturbations. My talk will describe the physics of PFC and will emphasize how these combs could be foundational to the fields of materials science, molecular science and chemical science. In that respect, I will present our first conceptual demonstrations of material combs, molecular combs and chemical combs respectively. I will also showcase our recent demonstrations of broadband PFC using optical tweezers and phonon lasers. The future work will be focused on the applications of PFC in sensing, communications and quantum information science. Biography of the Speaker: Adarsh Ganesan is currently an assistant professor at Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani – Dubai Campus, UAE. He obtained his BE (Hons) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from BITS Pilani in 2014 and Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Cambridge in 2018. He carried out his postdoctoral research at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Gaithersburg, USA from 2018-2021. After serving as an assistant professor at Ahmedabad University, India from 2021-2024, Adarsh joined the Dubai Campus of BITS Pilani in July 2024. Adarsh has been recognized for his doctoral work on phononic frequency combs by the 2017 John Winbolt Prize (Cambridge University), 2017 UK Doctoral Researcher Award, 2018 APS GSNP Student Speaker Award, 2018 IET Hudswell International Research Scholarship and 2019 BITS Alumni Association Global 30 Under 30 Award.   When: 11:00-12:00pm on May 22, 2026 (Friday, NL local time)   Where: online at https://mun.webex.com/mun/j.php?MTID=mdc7f149139d7e7e709438d527ee0f343   Date and Time Date: 22 May 2026Time: 09:30 PM CST to 10:30 PM CST Add Event to Calendar iCal Google Calendar Location This event has virtual attendance info. Please visit the event page to attend virtually. Hosts Newfoundland Labrador Sect Chap, C16/COM19/CAS04 Contact Event Host Registration Starts 15 May 2026 10:30 AM CST Ends 22 May 2026 10:30 AM CST No Admission Charge