Previous Events
Intellectual Property Webinar
Abstract: New technologies have disrupted the manner in which traditional research activities are organized. They have given rise to the discovery of knowledge and to the production of useful objects intended for a wider dissemination than the framework of university research and teaching. As multidisciplinary teams are coming together according to the requirements of various research projects, partnerships are becoming more complex and a potential source of conflict.
In this context, it is important for everyone engaged in inventive and creative activities to understand how to identify and protect the innovations resulting from their research and how to exploit their commercial potential, while avoiding pitfalls that may arise.
Speaker 1: Ms. Carol Diop, Norton Rose Fulbright.
Date: 14 August 2020 - 02:00 PM to 04:00 PM
Please register on vTools at: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/236163
Join the webinar on Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/mog-bvru-bvq
Mobile Applications Webinar
Abstract: IEEE WIE Montreal organizes the Mobile Applications Webinar that aims at increasing women's and men’s interest in developing mobile applications. It is an opportunity to learn about Android mobile applications development and their practical implementation.
Join IEEE WIE Montreal to learn how to build Apps on Android on July 17th at 13:00!. Prior to the event, please install Android studio using the link below.
Speaker 1: Prof. Ronald Jean-Julien, Gerald Godin College, Montreal.
Required background: Object Oriented Programming.
Webinar Requirement: Please install Android Studio before attending the webinar
Please register on vTools at: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/231255 and join the webinar on Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/hss-xtrv-vhy
Date: 17 July 2020 from 13:00 to 18:00.
International Women In Engineering Day 2020
Abstract: IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section is pleased to organize a panel discussion in recognition of the International Women In Engineering Day 2020. The event will host a panel of experts from academia and industry to talk about their personal experience and their take on obstacles women face in engineering sectors followed by a panel discussion and questions. The discussion will address challenges to women in engineering in general, focusing on the situation amid the COVID 19 pandemic, new difficulties and opportunities during unconventional, yet flexible teleworking times.
Advancing Women in STEM 2020
Abstract: As part of our ongoing commitment to support women in engineering, we were invited to attend Advancing Women In Stem initiative launched by YES, three years ago, in order to address barriers that disproportionately affect the advancement and retention of women in STEM industries. We were happy to receive YES invitation this year as a valued member of their community, in order to attend a dynamic evening networking and discussion supported by Women and Gender Equality Canada. We discussed the outcome of the 3-year project, lessons learned and recommendations with leaders from three pilot companies – Gsoft, IC Axon, a Division of GP Canada and OneSpan. Date & Venue: 19 February 2020 at SAP Labs Canada
IEEE DAY 2019
Abstract: IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section celebrated IEEE DAY 2019 at École de Technologie Supérieure with IEEE YP and all IEEE Montreal Student Branches. During the celebration, WIE Montreal presented its past and future activities and encouraged female students to join WIE Montreal and pursue careers in engineering. Over 100 people attended. It was a huge success and showcased IEEE WIE Montreal to the Montreal community. Speaker 1: Dr. Saida Maaroufi, Postdoctoral fellow, École Polytechnique de Montréal, Chair, IEEE Montreal. Speaker 2: Dr. Federico Rosei, Professor, Centre Énergie, Matériaux et Télécommunications, INRS, Vice Chair, IEEE Montréal Section. Speaker 3: Mr. Prasun Lala, Research officer, École de Technologie Supérieure de Montréal (ÉTS). Speaker 4: Mr. Maxime Julien, Entrepreneur en Résidence - Centech Accélération. Date & Venue: October 1st, 2019 at École de Technologie Supérieure Links: Flyer
Diversity & Inclusion in the Climate Change Sector at IEEE EPEC 2019
Abstract: IEEE Canada Women in Engineering (WIE) and IEEE WIE Montreal Section are pleased to organize Diversity & Inclusion in the Climate Change Sector Panel in conjunction with the annual IEEE Canada Electrical Power and Energy Conference (EPEC 2019). This panel represents an opportunity to discuss and highlight climate change challenges and opportunities in terms of diversity and inclusivity. It is also a good occasion to raise awareness on producing policies and programmes to address climate change and guide further research on climate change for a broad range of scientists from different disciplines.
Speaker 1: Ms. Janice Noronha, PWC Canada, Montreal, Canada. Speaker 2: Dr. Parisa A. Ariya, Assistant Professor, McGill University, Montreal, Canada. Speaker 3: Ms. Adriana Mendez, EY Canada, Montreal, Canada. Date & Venue: 18 October 2019 at Centre Mont-Royal Links: Registration
WIE, YP and WiSe Mentoring Lunch at IEEE SENSORS 2019
Abstract: IEEE WIE and YP Montreal are pleased to collaborate with WISE committee program to organize the “Meet-the-Expert Lunch”. This event will focus on unique issues related to young professionals and women in sensors career development. It represents an opportunity to all Young Professional and female participants to interact with experts in key areas of sensors. Participants will be assigned a table based on their relevant topics in a setting that fosters attendee/expert interactions and provides networking opportunities with leaders in the field. Experts will answer questions and lead informal dialogue to help provide guidance and direction. Date: October 30th, 2019 Links: Flyer
WISE Panel at IEEE SENSORS 2019
Abstract: IEEE WIE Montreal is pleased to collaborate with WISE committee program to organize the WiSe Panel. This panel discussion will present view-points from top-level leaders in academia, industry and government high institutions about current and future career opportunities, specifically in different sub-fields of sensors. Speaker 1: Prof. Fabrice Labeau, McGill University, Montreal, Canada Speaker 2: Prof. Ana Luisa Trejos, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada Speaker 3: Dr. Helen Berney, Analog Devices, Ireland Speaker 3: Dr. Margaret Magdesian, Ananda Devices, Montreal, Canada Speaker 3: Prof. Orly Yadid-Pecht, Calgary University, Alberta, Canada Speaker 3: Dr. Saida Maaroufi, Polytechnique Montreal, Canada Date: Monday, October 28th from 1:30 - 3:30 PM Venue: Palais Des Congres de Montreal Links: Flyer
Wo+Men Reception at IEEE SENSORS 2019
Abstract: IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section is pleased to organize Wo+ +Men Reception with the collaboration of IEEE Sensors Council and IEEE Women in Sensors (WISE) program. This reception will be held in conjunction with the IEEE SENSORS 2019 conference. The IEEE SENSORS 2019 Welcome Reception has been renamed the Wo+Men Reception. Supported by the IEEE Sensors Council WiSe Initiative, it aims to promote the presence and advancement of persons who identify as women in the technical area and professions related to sensors. It is not an event for women in SENSORS, but an opportunity for everyone to celebrate women in sensors. It will highlight the excellence of those sensors researchers and bring together all researchers, scientists, industry practitioners and other like-minded people to share ideas and debate on the issues relevant to the implication of women in different sensor fields. Date: : Sunday, October 27th from 06:00 - 08:00 PM Venue: Palais Des Congres de Montreal Links: Flyer
Tour at the Beauharnois Hydroelectric Generating Facility (Hydro Québec)
Abstract: IEEE PELS Chapter, WIE McGill Student Branch, WIE Montreal, IAS/PES/IES Chapters and Montreal Section along with Association Étudiante de l'ÉTS (AÉÉTS) are organizing an industrial visit to the Beauharnois Hydroelectric Generating Station, one of the world’s largest hydropower facilities. Come join us in this unique industrial tour of the Beauharnois Station with specially trained guides. Seize the opportunity to learn about renewable energy sources of hydropower in Quebec and discover the giant machinery, architecture and how electricity is generated. Expand your professional and social network with IEEE members and engineering student from various universities in Montreal. Date: The trip will start at 9:00 am, on Saturday 22nd, June 2019. Venue: Beauharnois Hydroelectric Generating Facility (Hydro Québec) Links: Flyer
IEEE WIE Montreal Gender Equality workshop at IEEE ICSE 2019
Abstract: IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section and WIE McGill Student Branch are pleased to organize Gender Equality for Women in STEM Careers Panel with the collaboration of the Gender Equality Workshop that will be held in conjunction with the 41st ACM/IEEE International Conference on Software Engineering (ICSE 2019). This workshop highlights gender equality issues for women in STEM industry. Speaker 1: Prof. Joanne Atlee, Professor, University of Waterloo; ICSE 2019 General Chair. Speaker 2: Dr. Margaret Magdesian, CEO & Fouder at Ananda Devices. Speaker 3: Prof. Rafael Prikladnicki, Assoc. Professor and Director of Tecnopuc at PUCRS in Brazil. Speaker 4: Prof. Ita Richardson, Assoc. Professor, University of Limerick. Speaker 5: Dr. Anita Sarma, Assoc. Professor, Oregon State University. Date: 27 May 2019 - 02:00 PM to 03:30 PM Venue: Fairmont The Queen Elisabeth Hotel Links: Flyer
STEM Entrepreneurs Panel
Abstract: IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section is pleased to organize STEM Entrepreuneurs Panel on the occasion of the International Women's Day 2019. You are invited to hear about experiences of successful and experienced STEM Entrepreneurs. Join us to learn about how technology along with innovation is helping entrepreneurs build successful Startups. Take advantage of the opportunity to discover real world applications of STEM fields through innovative contributions of experienced entrepreneurs solving complex problems and creating positive impact in our daily lives.
IEEE Multigeneration Workshop 2018
Abstract: IEEE Montreal Section, IEEE Young Professionals, IEEE Sight Montreal and IEEE WIE Montreal held the 3rd Multi-Generation Event - leadership workshop. Undergraduate and graduate students, as well as the industry representatives, were invited to attend this event. The purpose of this event was to foster collaboration between the generation of students, young professionals and post-doctoral fellows coming from different disciplinary of the industrial and academic fields. The event was co-organized by IEEE Young Professionals Montreal, IEEE Sight Montreal, IEEE WIE Montreal and sponsored by IEEE Montreal Section and IEEE Young professionals. It was an amazing opportunity to connect with people from the vast IEEE network and use their experiences to fuel the leadership development.
Date: November 2018 Venue: Pavillon Lassonde, Polytechnique Montreal
IEEE DAY 2018
Abstract: IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section is pleased to celebrate IEEE DAY 2018 at Polytechnique Montreal with IEEE Young Professionals Montreal Section. During the celebration, WIE Montreal will present its past and future activities and will invite and encourage female students to join WIE Montreal and pursue careers in engineering.
Date: October 2018 Venue: Polytechnique Montreal Links: Registration: coming soon
IEEE WIE International Leadership Summit (ILS) Toronto 2018
Abstract: IEEE WIE Montreal and IEEE Montreal Section are pleased to participate in the organization of the IEEE Women in Engineering International Leadership Summit (WIE ILS) that will be held for the first time in Toronto, Canada!
IEEE Canada WIE is delighted to invite you to meet us on September 15th and 16th, 2018 at the Hilton Mississauga Meadowvale and participate in our 2-day summit. With “STEMpowered Leadership” as the theme, the summit aims at inspiring, engaging, and empowering women in STEM.
IEEE WIE International Leadership Summit is launched as a part of IEEE WIE’s portfolio of global initiatives that provide opportunities for networking, mentorship, and collaboration. Past IEEE WIE Summits have been extremely successful and have made an outstanding impact on communities around the globe!
Microwave radar reconstruction algorithm for breast cancer detection
Abstract: Breast cancer is responsible for 25% of all new cancers in Canadian women and is a growing global health concern. While x-ray mammography is the current standard for breast imaging and has benefits for managing local control in women over the age of 50, its false positive rate of up to 20%, inability to reduce mortality, particularly in younger women and its tendency for overdiagnosis, provides opportunities for complementary techniques. Breast microwave imaging is an emerging imaging modality that uses non-ionizing microwave signals to image the breast. Radar-based systems are popular because of their simplicity, but the quality of the images reconstructed from these systems is often low.
This talk will present an iterative microwave radar reconstruction algorithm for breast cancer detection based on the maximum-likelihood expectation-maximization (MLEM) algorithm used in positron emission tomography. The iterative nature of this algorithm allows for the implementation of various correction factors into the signal model. Corrections for the antennas beam pattern and frequency-dependent gain, and for the inhomogeneous propagation speed of the signal in the scan region were implemented. Experimental scans of an array of 3D-printed MRI-based anthropomorphic breast phantoms were used to test and validate the reconstruction algorithm, and the reconstructed images were compared to those produced by a published holographic reconstruction algorithm.
The monostatic MLEM-based radar algorithm produced images with greater signal-to-clutter ratios than those of the holographic algorithm, particularly in the reconstruction of dense breast phantoms, as large as 16 dB in reconstructions of a 3 cm lesion. A multistatic version of the MLEM-based algorithm will also be described, and the images and quality metrics of these reconstructions will be compared with those of experimental monostatic and bistatic scans. The impact of breast density on the visibility of the tumor response in reconstructed images produced by the MLEM-based algorithms and the holographic method will be explored.
The MLEM-based algorithm has demonstrated improvements in both image quality and the identification of the tumor response compared to holographic reconstruction. This talk will demonstrate the advantages of the MLEM-based algorithm, particularly in the reconstructions of dense breasts.
Speaker: Mr. Tyson Reimer, University of Manitoba, Canada. Date: 11 June 2018 Time: 10:30 AM to 11:30 PM Venue: McGill University Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering McConnell Engineering Building Room ENGMC 603 3480 University Montreal QC H3A 0E9 Links: Flyer, Registration
Smart Beaming Of RFID Reader For Data And Power Transfer
Abstract: Nowadays there is an almost unlimited number of monitoring applications in structural health, logistic, security, healthcare and agriculture that are deploying a large number of co-operative wireless microsystems, with sensing capabilities, moving closer to the effective realization of the paradigm of the Internet of Things.
I will discuss one of the main open challenges of these scenarios which is the reliability of maintenance-free devices, with life-time duration, especially from the energy sustainability point of view. Such systems are required to power themselves, by harvesting energy from the ambient, thus eliminating battery needs. RF/microwave energy sources are foreseen as one of the best candidates to comply with energy autonomy, either because they are widely distributed in humanized environments or because they can be efficiently provided on demand. These two different ways of providing RF energy can be referred to as RF energy harvesting (EH) and wireless power transmission (WPT), respectively.
I propose a solution to optimize (minimize) intentional WPT at UHF, by adopting smart beaming techniques at the RFID reader side, with the twofold goal of locating the tag and then of providing on demand the needed RF energy in that precise direction. A dynamic radiating system based on the implementation of Time Modulated Array (TMA) is foreseen to be a very promising solution for the above-mentioned operation, having a much simpler architecture compared to other beam-forming solutions, such as phased arrays or retro-directive arrays. By a two-step real-time beaming implementation of linear TMAs, a smart WPT system is demonstrated: In the first step, the TMA is configured in such a way that the control sequences are designed to allow to get the position of the devices to be energized; such positions are used in the second operative step of the system, to set the time control modulating signals of the entire array for real-time beaming the RF power to the wanted directions. The dynamic nature of TMAs thus allows creating an agile energy-aware reader/transmitter to be adopted in different scenarios, pervasively occupied by battery-less devices.
The procedure allows a flexible design of the TMA-based WPT system, taking into account the impact of different array elements layout and spacing on localization and power transmission performance. Theoretical justification and experimental verification are presented and discussed.
Speaker: Prof. Alessandra Costanzo, University of Bologna, Italy. Date: 6 June 2018 Time: 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM Venue: McGill University Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering McConnell Engineering Building Room ENGMC 603 3480 University Montreal QC H3A 0E9 Links: Registration
Strategies For Success
IEEE WIE & YP Montreal were pleased to collaborate with IEEE WIE & YP Quebec, under the umbrella of IEEE Canada WIE, to organize "Strategies For Success" event that was successfully held at IEEE CCECE 2018 conference.
Speaker 1: Prof. Pirathayini Srikantha, Professor, Western University, London, Canada. Speaker 2: Prof. Ana Luisa Trejos, Assistant Professor, Western University, London, Canada. Speaker 3: Mrs. Fanny Eugène, Strategic Planning & Management Analyst, Fonds de Recherche du Quebec. Speaker 4: Mrs. Angélica Munoz, Engineer, Eaton, Canada. Speaker 5: Prof. Holly Witteman, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval. Date: 15 May 2018 Time: 15:30 PM to 17:30 PM Venue: IEEE CCECE 2018, Quebec City Convention Center 1000, boul. René-Lévesque Est Québec, (Québec) G1R 5T8 Convention Center
International Women's Day
IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section with Women in Engineering (WIE) McGill Branch is pleased to present the following event on the occasion of the International Women's Day (March 8):
Abstract: Particles, with physical size that is small enough, display properties which differ significantly from the bulk material due to both surface effects and quantum confinement effects. The characterization of electronic states that dictate their physical properties requires sensitive techniques to probe the metallicity of the surface and bulk of material. In addition, such sensitive technique should be able to probe both charge and spin degrees of freedom. NMR spectroscopy offers such sensitive probe of the electronic wavefunction, correlations, and dynamics. In this talk, I will discuss innovative resonance techniques that we have developed to study quantum size, surface, and spin-orbit coupling effects on the electronic properties of functional materials.
Speaker: Prof. Vesna Mitrović, Professor, Brown University, Providence, RI, USA. Date: 12 March 2018 Time: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Venue: McGill University Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering McConnell Engineering Building Room ENGMC 603 3480 University Montreal QC H3A 0E9 Links: Flyer, Registration
Advancing Women in STEM
Abstract: IEEE Women In Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section was pleased to participate in the Advancing Women in STEM Forum organized by Youth Employment Services (YES) Montreal. The event took place at SAP Labs in Montreal on January 29, 2018.
The Advancing Women in STEM Forum is an exclusive event that brought together industry leaders, government officials, businesses, academics and HR specialists for in-depth discussions on the subject of advancing women in STEM. The forum identified tools and strategic solutions to the following four challenges facing women in the industry:
- The STEM industry environment
- Conscious and unconscious bias against women in STEM
- The path to leadership
- Top-down systems of advancement and support.
The collective of the strategic recommendations and solutions that were identified at the forum will be disseminated on a national level through a federally mandated status of women Canada Pan Canadian Network, and will also be utilized by local pilot companies as they identify initiatives and strategies to support women in STEM within the respective companies.
Speaker: Dr. Saida Maaroufi, Vice-chair of IEEE WIE Montreal Section, Polytechnique Montreal Date: Tuesday, 29 January 2018 Time: 2:30 pm to 7:00 pm Venue: SAP Labs Montreal 111 Duke St. Suite 9000. Montreal, Quebec, H3C 2M1
Women in Computing
Abstract: Programming courses have always more men than women. The same gap exists in computing engineering industry. According to the National Center for Women and Information Technology, computer engineering programs have the lowest representation of girls compared to STEM engineering programs. In fact, women earn 57% of all undergraduate degrees, 42% of all undergraduate math and statistics degrees, 40% of all undergraduate physical sciences degrees but only 18% of all undergraduate computer and information sciences degrees.
The U.S department of Labor estimates that by 2020 there will be more than 1.4 million computing-oriented job openings. However and considering current statistics, only 30% of these jobs can be filled with U.S. computing bachelor's grads. This gender gap has nothing to do with technical abilities between men and women. Women perform just as well as men in programming and computer engineering jobs. However, fewer women choose computer engineering programs because of lack of interest and their fear of getting isolated in a male dominated field.
Women in Computing seminar aims at increasing women's awareness about the amazing contribution women have made in computer engineering. It also aims at informing young women about several career opportunities available for them in the computer engineering industry. The main goal of this seminar is to present and share the latest advances in the field of computer engineering through discovering real world applications of computer engineering concepts and shedding light on innovative contributions of women leaders solving complex problems and creating positive impact in our daily lives. This seminar is also an opportunity to learn about Android mobile applications development and their practical implementation.
Speaker 1: Mrs. Véronique Bouffard, Director, GIRO Inc, Montreal. Speaker 2: Mrs. Pascale Elvas, Director, Canadian Digital Service (CDS), Ottawa. Speaker 3: Mr. Ronald Jean-Julien, Professor, Gérald Godin College, Montreal. Date: 1 December 2017 Time: 12:00 pm to 14:30 pm. Venue: McGill University Dept of Electrical and Computer Engineering McConnell Engineering Building Room ENGMC 603 3480 University Montreal QC H3A 0E9 Links: Flyer, Registration
Dielectric Resonator Antennas
Abstract: Dielectric Resonator Antennas (DRAs) have been proposed in the 1980’s as alternatives to conventional low-gain printed-circuit antennas. They are typically composed of a low-loss dielectric block mounted on a ground plane. Their operation exploits the high “radiation losses” of open dielectric resonators operating in their low-order modes. DRAs are characterized by a small size, wide bandwidth, simple feeding and design versatility. Their most decisive advantage however may be their high radiation efficiency when realised with low-loss dielectric materials. This property is most relevant in the millimetre-wave frequency range, where conductor losses become significant in conventional printed antennas. The presentation will firstly review some of the DRA-related activities at the University of Adelaide, with examples of wideband geometries, advanced feeding methods, multi-mode multi-function designs and high-efficiency millimetre-wave devices. A second part of the talk will be dedicated to the extension of the DRA principle towards terahertz and optical frequencies. The design and manufacture of a reflectarray of dielectric resonator nano-antennas operating at visible frequencies will be presented, with experimental validation as deflecting meta-surface for 633 nm wavelength light.
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Speaker: Prof. Christophe Fumeaux, Professor, University of Adelaide, Australia Date: Friday, 13 October 2017 Time: 10:15pm to 11:30pm Venue: McGill University 817 Sherbrooke St. West Montreal, Quebec Canada H3A 0C3 Building: McDonald Engineering Building Room Number: MD 267 Links: Registration
IEEE Day 2017
Abstract: IEEE Women in Engineering (WIE) Montreal Section is pleased to celebrate the IEEE day at Concordia University with IEEE Young Professionals Montreal Section. During the celebration, WIE Montreal will present its past and future activities and will invite and encourage female students to join the women in engineering section and to pursue careers in engineering.
Speaker: Dr. Saida Maaroufi, Vice-chair of IEEE WIE Montreal Section, Polytechnique Montreal Date: Tuesday, 3 October 2017 Time: 06:00pm to 09:00pm Venue: Concordia University 1515 Ste-Catherine Ouest, H3G 2W1 Montreal, Quebec, Canada Building: EV Building Room Number: 2.260 Links: Presentation
Microwave Imaging
Abstract: The two presenting professors will give their view of progress in microwave imaging, their experience as women engineers and remark on academic work in their Canadian and European research environments. Each speaker will give a presentation of approximately 45mins, which will include questions and discussion. This will be a lunch event and light lunch will be provided.
Speaker 1: Prof. Raquel Conceição, Assistant Professor, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal. Speaker 2: Prof. Natalia Nikolova, Professor, McMaster University. Date: Wednesday, 23 August 2017 Time: 12:00pm to 02:00pm Venue: McGill University 817 Sherbrooke St. West Montreal, Quebec Canada H3A 0C3 Building: McDonald Engineering Building Room Number: MD 267 Links: Registration
Close to the Patient and Close to Market
Abstract: The development of medical technologies and the challenges posed by bringing these devices to market are of key interest for modern academic and commercial researchers. Up to 75% of all medtech start-ups fail in the first five years; for those that do succeed, the average cost of bringing a medical device to the market is in the region of $9 million. In such a challenging and competitive environment, successful medtech development must consider not just the technology, but also the validity and universality of the clinical need, the competitive and intellectual property landscape, the market size and reimbursement model, and the clinical burden of proof required to show safety and efficacy.
Medical devices are increasingly investigated in the academic sector with the same rigor present in a commercial setting, thus ensuring that any technology developed has a realistic chance of moving from “research bench to patient bedside” and making a positive impact on patient care. Within the context of an aging population and an exponential growth in healthcare costs, electromagnetic (EM) therapeutics and diagnostic technologies provide an attractive solution, since they are low cost, non-ionising, and largely non-invasive. Underpinning the development of these technologies is the need for good knowledge of the underlying electrical properties of human tissue. While the dielectric properties of biological tissue have been examined for decades, the majority of the studies have been very narrow in focus, and several studies have resulted in data that are in direct conflict with each other.
This talk will discuss the Translational Medical Device Lab (TMD-Lab) at NUI Galway, and its strategy to develop technologies that are both “close to patient and close to market”. The talk will also describe a large dielectric study of the animal and human tissue at NUI Galway, funded by the European Research Council. The talk will conclude with a brief description of a number of needs-driven medical devices in development at the TMD-Lab.
These technologies tackle a number of clinical conditions with large burdens of care (including Stroke and Breast cancer), and therefore have the potential to make very significant societal and economic impacts.
Speaker 1: Prof. Milica Popović, Chair of IEEE WIE Montreal Section, McGill University Speaker 2: Dr. Emily Porter, Marie-Curie ASSISTID Fellow, National University of Ireland Galway Speaker 3: Dr. Adam Santorelli, Postdoctoral Researcher, National University of Ireland Galway Date: Tuesday, 30 May 2017 Time: 01:30pm to 03:30pm Venue: McGill University Building: McDonald Engineering Building, Room Number: MD 267 817 Sherbrooke Str. West Montreal, Quebec Canada H3A 0C3 Links: L31 report
Women In STEM
Abstract: Women In STEM is a networking event that aims at bringing together researchers, academicians, industry participants, professionals and other like minded people with a common objective of highlighting the contribution of women leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and also stimulating discussions and debating on the issues related to the implication of women in STEM fields.
This event also aims at inspiring, motivating and encouraging young girls to get involved in all aspects of STEM and develop leadership competencies through useful and valuable advice of professional career coaches.
Speaker 1: Dr. Amy Pinchuk, Chair of IEEE Montreal Section, InField Scientific Inc. Speaker 2: Dr. Rana Farah, Computer Vision Scientist, Polytechnique Montreal. Speaker 3: Mrs. Petula Guimaraes, Associate Producer at TouchTunes Interactive Networks. Speaker 4: Mrs. Meriem Mendili, President and Founder of Coach PNL sans frontières Inc. Date: Friday, 17 March 2017 Time: 2:00pm to 5:00pm Venue: École Polytechnique de Montréal Amphitheatre Bell (C-631), Pavillon principal 2900, boul. Édouard-Montpetit Université de Montréal Campus 2500, Chemin de Polytechnique Montréal, Québec Canada H3T 1J4 Links: L31 report
