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  • Risks Of Machine Learning Based Medical Technology And Healthcare Products To The Ethnic Minorities

    Shuvechchha Ghimire  points out ethnic minorities' issue regarding machine learning in medical technology and healthcare systems. She is a graduate in Electronics and Computer Engineering from the University of Brighton and is also the founder of UNITEC Solutions Ltd which provides customised enterprise automation solutions. Machine Learning (ML) facilitated rapid technological intervention in Covid-19 vaccine development, disease prognosis, diagnosis, treatment, and clinical workflow. ML based assistive technologies saved valuable time and resources in predicting the deterioration of infected patients. It has been widely used, likewise, in detecting cancerous cells and reconstructing images in procedures like endoscopy. Moving forward, ML has the potential to provide tailored healthcare to…

    Ferheen Ayaz
    Ferheen Ayaz

  • The 150 Show

    It’s not every year, or even every decade, that an institution reaches such an incredible milestone. So, to celebrate our 150th anniversary with the rest of the world, we’re broadcasting a one-hour long programme each day of our anniversary week, called the 150 Show.Whether you are interested in STEM, want to learn more about the industry, or simply just want to join in and see what it is all about – The 150 Show will have something for everyone, see for yourself: http://theiet.org/150-show Tune in at 1pm everyday starting from Monday, 17 May 2021 on YouTube to hear from difference makers across the world talk with our hosts – IET President, Professor Danielle George and Bobby Seagull – about the incredible work they are doing to engineer a better world for us all. If you want to try your hand…

    EngX Editorial
    EngX Editorial

  • Cyber Security Hygiene - Don't Wash Your Hands Of It (Anglian Coastal Local Network).

    Paul Maskell, Head of Cyber, Risk and Technology of UK Finance, spoke at the 'Cyber Security Hygiene - Don't wash your Hands of it' webinar organised by the Anglian Coastal Local Network.As a lecturer in Cyber Psychology, he explained people are less motivated by cyber security as we have always been conditioned to give data away. We have be taught there is no value in our data.  However, once we understand the value of our data , we automatically start to become motivated to protect it. For example, we might not value our own data, but hackers do!! Your data has value to someone, somewhere - and that should motivate you to not only value your data, but also know how to protect it. He explained that online data is virtual, therefore our value mechanisms are based of risk assessments. For example…

  • Surrey Webinar Recordings

    Our Surrey webinars are now recorded, and are available to view at : YouTube Channel ID - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1x0bswc3xB1yAMqcLjb2Pg

    A.C. Cunningham (Colin)
    A.C. Cunningham (Colin)

  • Decarbonisation Of The Sheffield City Region Webinar / Debate With Combined Presentations 23rd March 2021.

    On the 23rd March 2021 the Joint PEI committee delivered a major online event on the  Decarbonisation of the Sheffield City Region.. Back in the latter months of 2020 the committee agreed to mobilise an online event focused around the subject but with a chairperson from the cities LEP and four specialist panellists covering the topic on -  Buildings,Transport, the role for Hydrogen and Carbon Capture Storage and Utilisation. We subsequently contacted Mr Peter Kennan who's the Private Sector Board Member (Transport) from the SCR LEP to chair the event,  Dr Danielle  Densley Tingley to cover the Built Environment; Mr Martin Wood on the Electrification of Transport, Dr Graham Cooley on the Hydrogen Economy and Professor Peter Styring from the University of Sheffield. on Carbon Capture Storage…

    Alan Chater
    Alan Chater

  • Joint PEI Event 30th January 2020 - Presentation By Mr James Muir Chair Of The Sheffield City Region LEP.

    The local Joint PEI committee set up a keynote presentation by Mr James Muir, chair of the Sheffield City Region - Local Enterprise Partnership This event has developed over time during in 2019 and was finally delivered at the Cutlers Hall venue, located in the center of Sheffield on the 30th January 2020. Once again it demonstrated the considerable benefit of Joint PEI collaboration enabling larger topical events across the SY region.  The presentation outlined the envisaged Strategic Economic Plan for the Sheffield City Region and the drive from the SCR combined authority led by mayor Dan Jarvis and James Muir.. A very well attended event with over 100 attendees, set up by the local Joint PEI committee.which includes IET / IMechE / ICE / IChemE / IStructE & SMEA (part of IOM3)

    Alan Chater
    Alan Chater

  • Webinar-Sheffield Urban Flows, 30th September 2020

    On the 30th September 2020 I organised an IET SYLN webinar about the work of the 'Sheffield Urban Flows Observatory by Dr Danielle Densley Tingley, who works at the University of Sheffield and is a member of their Energy Institute. The presentation is part of the Sheffield City Regions objective to seriously de-carbonise the city over the next 10 years or sooner if possible. This amounts to the 'de-carbonisaton' of transport alongside legacy industrial, commercial and domestic buildings across the city and promote 'green' options for new builds. The event was all online due to Covid-19 limitations but was attended by 65 delegates on the night Our sincere thanks was expressed to Danielle for a most interesting and informative presentation.

    Alan Chater
    Alan Chater

  • 2021 Executive Committee

    The IET’s Vision & Imaging Technical Network Executive Committee is made up of a group of dedicated individuals from academia and industry. As a committee they organise in-person and online activities for professionals working in and researching the fields of Vision & Imaging.   If you would like to know more about the committee or volunteer your time to help with our activities, please get in touch VisionImagingTPN@ietvolunteer.org    Chair Dimitrios Makris Vice Chair Jason Lepley Committee Members Chris Greenway Esin Turkbeylar Mark Bray Panagiotis Sidiropoulos Sergio Velastin-Carroza Communications Team Stefania Cristina Constantino Reyes Aldasoro Young Professional Members Eltijani Elrayah Network Liaisons Yulia Hicks - BMVC Paul Wilson - UKIVA Community Manager Natalia D'Lima

    Former Staff Member
    Former Staff Member

  • CPD Certificate for Thursday 22nd April 2021

    CPD Certificate for the Webinar "The Road to Pi Wars" given by Keegan Neave on Thursday 22nd April 2021. What you need to do is: download put your name in the box which currently says 'Name goes here' save and/or print

    Andrew Dodd
    Andrew Dodd

  • CPD Certificate : Hobby Electronics Webinar

    Here is the CPD certificate for the IET Buckinghamshire LN Webinar given by Vance Briggs on Tuesday 20th April 2021.

    Andrew Dodd
    Andrew Dodd

  • The Unveiling Of ‘The IET Artificial Intelligence Technical Network [AITN]’

    Dr Elise Tapping (Inaugural AITN Chair) is excited to announce the formulation of The IET Artificial Intelligence Technical Network. We are currently in a developmental period. We are aiming to form a committee by the end of 2021.The purpose is to grow a worldwide technical network to support the growth of AI, by promoting and challenging conventional approaches in businesses and society. It will encourage the AITN community to focus on the integration of AI technology with ourselves and the world we live in by expanding its limitations, evolving technologies into standalone decision-making entities and how exploring this impacts ethics. At the end of Mar 2021, the Technical Network Communities Committee supported the proposal to develop of the Artificial Intelligence Technical Network (AITN…

    AndreaL
    AndreaL

  • Webinars by IET Mauritius Local Network

    Keep up to date with what is happening and view footage from our events. 26th March 2021 - 5G:  Let the Revolution Begin.  Speaker Ian Valentine, Huawei

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Emerging Technologies: Cybersecurity And Robotic Process Automation

    Watch our first Nigeria Local Network webinar that took place on 10th April at covering 'Emerging Technologies: Cybersecurity and Robotic Process Automation' with our speakers Oharisi Oke and Jonathan Obiegba This webinar will give an overview of two of the emerging technologies of our time, Cybersecurity and Robotic Process Automation (RPA). The audience will expect to learn the fundamentals of information security in today’s digital world and ways everyday users can protect themselves from Cyber-attacks, the basics of cyber security, the impacts of Cybercrimes, what needs to be secured, layers of security (Network Security and operating system security) and information protection using file encryption. As regards RPA, emphasis will be on leading RPA technologies and how organizations can…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Healthcare Technologies Student And Early Career Awards 2021

    **Submissions are now closed** The Healthcare Technologies Network offers three reputable awards open to Undergraduate, Masters and PhD students, as well as early-career professionals. These have been designed to encourage and support the work and research of academics and newly qualified professionals in healthcare, medical and biomedical engineering arenas. Apply today for the opportunity to: win cash prizes and one year’s free membership to the IET present your work amongst experts from industry and academia raise your profile. Winners will also be given the opportunity to present their work to a relevant audience. Dennis Hill Award (£400) The prize is awarded annually to the student on an MEng or MSc programme who has, during the past year, submitted the best individual…

  • Why Will The Developing Nations Not Consume Cleaner Renewable Energy At The Stake Of Their Economic Growth?

    Shuvechchha Ghimire   shares another interesting article about the roadmap of developing nations towards emission controls and adopting renewable energy. She is a graduate in Electronics and Computer Engineering from the University of Brighton and is also the founder of UNITEC Solutions Ltd which provides customised enterprise automation solutions. In his address to the UN in September 2020, President Xi Jinping made an unconditional commitment that China would reach net zero emissions by 2060. India likewise has ambitious plans to generate 100GW solar power by 2022. These initiatives are widely seen as indications that the developing countries might shift gears to meet the net zero emissions targets. However, the ground enthusiasm towards net zero differs significantly from the policies. To…

    Ferheen Ayaz
    Ferheen Ayaz

  • Code For Construction Product Information (CCPI): IET Responds To The Consultation

    The IET has submitted its response to the Consultation on a new Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) from the Marketing Integrity Group, part of the Construction Products Association. Read the response here. Further to our request for feedback and our call last month inviting responses to the consultation, The IET has submitted its response to the Consultation on a new Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) from the Marketing Integrity Group, part of the Construction Products Association. The consultation focuses on a draft outline of the Code which aims to ensure that the information manufacturers supply about their products is clear, accurate, up-to-date, accessible and unambiguous. Whilst the IET supports the principle of improvement of product dissemination within…

    ManufacturersPLG Team
    ManufacturersPLG Team

  • IET/IEEE SEMINAR SERIES - The Expectations And Elevation Of Engineering Technicians And Engineers In Industry, A Manager’s Perspective

    The  IET Trinidad and Tobago Local Network (IETTT LN) in collaboration with IEEEPESTT/IEEETEMS/EDUTT invites you to a free Public Webinar titled: “The expectations and elevation of engineering technicians and engineers in industry, a Manager’s Perspective” Target Group: Graduate Engineers, Technicians, Academics, Graduating Students and others interested persons PRESENTER: Mr. Krishen Ramdeen, Director – Corporate & Shared Services, Proman AGENDA/PROGRAMME 6:30 - 6:40 pm Opening Remarks and Introduction of Presenter by Dr. Tagore Ramlal, Vice-Chair IET, Chair IEEEPESTT 6:40 - 7:55pm Presentation by Mr. Krishen Ramdeen 7:55 – 8: 10pm Q & A Forum by Mr. David Drakes, Mr. Anthony Chadee 8:10 – 8:15pm Closing Remarks by Professor Kit Pai Fun, Chair IEEETEMS 8:15-8:20pm Vote of Thanks by Mr. Ahamad…

    J. Maraj
    J. Maraj

  • Martin Halligan From SNC-Lavalin Atkins  Has Been Nominated As The IET Railway Technical Network Vice Chair

    The IET Railway Technical Network are pleased to announce that Martin Halligan, Technical Lead for Railway Integration in the Rail Control Systems team at SNC-Lavalin Atkins  has been nominated Vice Chair. Martin has been working with the Young Professional Network since 2018  Martin’s role as Vice Chair will be focused in identifying and presenting hot topics for discussion, drive engagement, input into TN plan and budget for the year as well as deputising for the IET Railway Chair. The IET Railway TN supports activities that engage with technical professionals in both industry and academia in all areas of the Railway Sector, through their online community and through platforms and Online/F2F events.  They also engage and develop the community through direction action, generating ideas for…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • Paulo Oliveira, Humberside Associate Director At ESC, Has Been Nominated As The IET System Safety Technical Network Vice Chair

    The IET System Safety Engineering Technical Network are pleased to announce that Paulo Oliveira, Humberside Associate Director at ESC has been nominated Vice Chair. Paulo has been working with the TN since 2018. Paulo’s role as Vice Chair will be focused in identifying and presenting hot topics for discussion, drive engagement, input into TN plan and budget for the year as well as deputising for the IET Safety Chair. The IET System Safety Engineering TN supports activities that improve the development and assurance of safe systems drawing together professionals working in functional and system safety as well as helping the development of safe systems and services by giving safety issues proper consideration as part of system engineering. The TN interests include functional safety, Human Factors…

    Lynsay Callaghan
    Lynsay Callaghan

  • YPS Malaysia Committee List 2021

    We are proud to announce our new committee lineup! ?? Congratulations to all who have been officially elected during the AGM.   Position Name Chairperson Dr. Ling Ting Yang (Ivan) V.Chairperson (Int) Halimatus Saadiah Binti Mohd Azhar V.Chairperson (Ext) Krishnakumar R. Vasudevan Honorary Secretary Ling Ting Rang (Peter) Vice Honorary Secretary Lim Yi Farn (Steve) Honorary Treasurer Lee Zhe Wei Vice Honorary Treasurer Lee Yen Yiin Committee Paul Cornelius Bong Committee Muhammad Aiman Hafiz Marakar Committee Dr. Haroon Rashid Committee Suhaim Parvez Wadekar Committee Tan Gi Ann Committee Alvin Hartanto Committee Andrew Ling Xian Hann Committee Kueh Pei Gee Committee Chin Hau Zen Committee Yusril Ehza Mahendra Bin Sappe Committee Nurul Haidah Binti Hamizan Committee Chuah Ding Ken Immediate…

    LING TING RANG (PETER)
    LING TING RANG (PETER)

  • IET Nuclear Technical Network, Overview And Volunteering Opportunities

    What is the IET Nuclear Technical Network and the topic areas? Technical Networks (TNs) are driven by groups of volunteers who work or have expertise within specific topic areas. TNs share and advance knowledge through various activities you can get involved in. The Nuclear Engineering TN is made up of an overall committee and 4 sub groups and we're looking for new volunteers!! Topic Area 1 - Enabling carbon reduction through Nuclear Includes Small Modular Reactors, Nuclear New Build and developing the sustainability ideas for our existing nuclear facilities. Topic Area 2 - Security and safety on nuclear facilities Focus on how security (physical and cyber) and safety requirements (nuclear & environmental) are achieved and demonstrated on nuclear facilities Topic Area 3 - System Engineering…

    Former Staff Member
    Former Staff Member

  • Webinar Series: Impact Of High Frequency Switching On Electrical Machines

    In this webinar series, the impact of high-frequency switching on electric machines will be investigated in terms of high-frequency modelling, high-speed measurement, insulation partial discharge and reliability analysis together with proposed mitigation solutions and experimental validation. An introduction and update on the Future Electrical Machines Manufacturing Hub will also be provided.   Jointly organised by the IET PEMD Technical Network and UK Centre for Power Electronics, you can register for all three webinars in this fantastic series here The fast switching speed, higher switching frequency of wide-bandgap (SiC, GaN)  power devices have brought in clear opportunities in achieving high-density, higher-efficiency, higher-frequency and highly-integrated motor drives. However, the high…

    Former Staff Member
    Former Staff Member

  • Questions About The Code For Construction Product Information

    Following our call on the Code for Construction Product Regulation consultation we have compiled a list of all the questions and statements raised during and since the call and reproduce them here.The Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) is currently under consultation and will have a huge effect on how construction products are marketed in the UK. It has implications for manufacturers and specifiers alike, including marketers, PRs, technical and salespeople working in the construction product sector.  We hosted a call on the code consultation on 26th February. You can watch the video of that call here.   Following the call we have compiled a list of all the questions and statements raised during and since the call and reproduce them below. This list has been shared with the Chair…

    ManufacturersPLG Team
    ManufacturersPLG Team

  • Energy Efficiency In Particle Accelerators

    Read on for a report on our recent workshop, written by our Chairman, Professor Graeme Burt.Particle accelerators use up huge amounts of electricity, with CERN currently using 10% of the electricity in the Geneva region. The next generation of particle accelerators for high energy physics would require their own power stations if changes are not made soon in the way we approach accelerator design. The next generation of machines need to be more responsible and look to reduce the amount of electricity needed.  The UK is one of the leading nations in improving the efficiency of particle accelerators. Cockcroft recently hosted a workshop on behalf of the Particle Accelerator Engineering Network on energy efficiency of particle accelerators on the 22nd March. In this workshop we will present state…

    Joanne Longton
    Joanne Longton

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