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Bhaumik

Dr. Mani L. Bhaumik: The Pioneer Behind the IEEE Jagadish Chandra Bose Medal in Wireless Communications

by Tanya SteinhauserSenior Digital Marketing and Communications Specialist, IEEE Awards In the realm of wireless communications, innovation and excellence are paramount. The IEEE Jagadish Chandra Bose Medal in Wireless Communications, the newest…

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It’s Never Too Early to Make a Philanthropic Impact

Christian Winingar has been a professional member of IEEE since August 2020 and was inducted into the Gamma Theta Chapter of Eta Kappa Nu in the fall of 2021. Christian…

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Building a Future Where Technology is a Force for Good

Christopher Sanderson’s journey with IEEE started as an IEEE Eta Kappa Nu (HKN) Honor Society member. Over time, he has become an avid IEEE volunteer leader holding several positions such…

WorldGratitudeDay

Celebrating World Gratitude Day: A Tribute to IEEE Foundation Volunteers and Donors

On 21 September, as the world observes World Gratitude Day, the IEEE Foundation takes a moment to reflect on the immense power of gratitude. This day offers an opportunity to…

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Giving through the IEEE Membership Renewal

Making a gift during your IEEE Membership Renewal is one of the most convenient ways to support the IEEE Foundation while ensuring IEEE remains your professional home. With your support,…

ISEF Group Photo Backstage

Meet the 2024 IEEE Presidents’ Scholarship Winners

The IEEE Presidents’ Scholarship, initially awarded in 1999 and celebrating its 25th Anniversary, recognizes a deserving student for an outstanding project that demonstrates an understanding of electrical engineering, electronics engineering,…

AO Compiler

IEEE Milestones Program Celebrates 40th Anniversary

The IEEE Milestones Program honors significant technical achievements in all areas associated with IEEE: Engineering, Computer Sciences and Information Technology, Physical Sciences, Biological and Medical Sciences, Mathematics, Technical Communications, Education,…

TryEngineering Stem Grant

IEEE TryEngineering STEM Grants Make an Impact in Developing Countries Across the Globe

This year the IEEE TryEngineering STEM Grants Program awarded more than US$61,000 to 53 volunteer-led programs for pre-university outreach activities. A global effort, the call for proposals garnered applications from…

John McDonald With Max Petlick Atlanta May 2023

Direct Philanthropy and Scholarships: A Virtuous Cycle

By John D. McDonaldIEEE Foundation Vice President for Development, IEEE Life Fellow,Member National Academy of Engineering, CIGRE Honorary Member,Founder/CEO, JDM Associates, LLC, Duluth, GA, USA As an IEEE Foundation Director…

Dacheng Energy

First IEEE Smart Village Initiative in China Commissioned: Dacheng Energy Rural Photovoltaic-Thermal Heating

IEEE Smart Village (ISV) is pleased to report that the first ISV-funded initiative in China has been commissioned! This project was funded through the generosity of an onsemi grant. The…

EBL Challenge

Join the Challenge: Empower a Billion Lives 2025

Empower a Billion Lives (EBL) 2025, an IEEE Power Electronics Society (PELS) initiative, is not just a competition, it’s a movement to create transformative solutions that tackle energy poverty head-on.…

David Sandhu

Ask the Expert: David Sandhu, Sr. Financial Advisor, EverSource Wealth Advisors 

In this issue of “Ask the Planned Giving Expert” we share insights from David Sandhu. David is a former engineer for Lockheed Martin, SpaceX and Raytheon, and a proud IEEE…