Talk 5: Empower Talks: A WIE & Education Series

Shaping the Future: Inspiring Women to Lead in Silicon Photonics and Technology Innovation Dr. Winnie Ye, a Fellow of Optica and the Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC), is a leading expert in silicon photonics with applications in telecommunications, biophotonics, and renewable energy. As a Full Professor at Carleton University and former Canada Research Chair, Dr. Ye has earned numerous accolades, including the IEEE MGA Leadership Award and the Partners in Research National Technology Ambassador Award. In this talk, she will explore the transformative potential of silicon photonics and share insights from her journey as a researcher, educator, and advocate for women in engineering. Dr. Ye will inspire attendees to lead in technology innovation and foster diversity in STEM fields. [] Co-sponsored by: IEEE Education Society Speaker(s): Dr. Winnie Ye, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/447344