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Celebrate the end of classes by competing with your peers in a Go tournament hosted by the U of T IEEE AP-S Student Chapter. Go is an easy to learn, but highly strategic board game. We will be playing the 7x7 variant, which is a faster-paced version of the traditional format. Along with the tournament, we will also have coffee and treats available. The tournament will naturally have exciting prizes as well! If you are interested, please register as soon as possible with IEEE vTools! We need to know how many will come to get the bracket organized. [] Room: BA4287, Bldg: Bahen Building, 40 St. George street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 3H5

A Strategic Si3N4 materials platform for Integrated Quantum and Nano Technologies (Made in Canada!) Abstract: Silicon nitride has recently gained a lot of interest within the photonic device community, because of its unique properties, as an attractive materials platform of choice for a wide range of applications including sensing, metrology, nonlinear optics, quantum information processing and telecommunications. We report on an optimization procedure for depositing low-loss silicon nitride films at temperatures of 760˚C and 820˚C using low-pressure chemical vapor deposition. They were characterized in terms of quality and compositional proximity to stoichiometric silicon nitride. Films deposited at 760˚C showed a higher stoichiometry, with a silicon-to-nitrogen ratio of 0.744, when compared to the 820˚C film, which had a ratio of 0.77. We found the film deposited at the lower temperature had a smoother surface and exhibited lower optical losses. We investigated the impact of film stress on the refractive index of the film and found that removing the backside nitride from the wafer after deposition has a major effect on refractive index values. When using these films for integrated nonlinear and quantum applications, such as frequency conversion or soliton generation, knowledge of how the index changes with wafer and fabrication processing is critical for predicting the correct geometries, and the concomitant group velocities, needed to realize such quantum technologies. The measured losses from fabricated devices showed that our nitride material is comparable to the leading foundries if not better than them regarding the film quality and losses. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Une plateforme stratégique de matériaux Si3N4 pour les technologies quantiques et nano intégrées (fabriquée au Canada !) Résumé : Le nitrure de silicium a récemment suscité beaucoup d'intérêt au sein de la communauté des dispositifs photoniques, en raison de ses propriétés uniques, en tant que plate-forme matérielle attrayante de choix pour un large éventail d'applications, notamment la détection, la métrologie, l'optique non linéaire, le traitement de l'information quantique et les télécommunications. Nous rapportons une procédure d'optimisation pour le dépôt de films de nitrure de silicium à faibles pertes à des températures de 760 °C et 820 °C par dépôt chimique en phase vapeur à basse pression. Ils ont été caractérisés en termes de qualité et de proximité de composition avec le nitrure de silicium stœchiométrique. Les films déposés à 760 °C présentaient une stœchiométrie plus élevée, avec un rapport silicium/azote de 0,744, par rapport au film à 820 °C, qui présentait un rapport de 0,77. Nous avons constaté que le film déposé à la température la plus basse avait une surface plus lisse et présentait des pertes optiques plus faibles. Nous avons étudié l'impact de la contrainte du film sur l'indice de réfraction du film et avons constaté que le retrait du nitrure arrière de la tranche après le dépôt avait un effet majeur sur les valeurs de l'indice de réfraction. Lors de l'utilisation de ces films pour des applications non linéaires et quantiques intégrées, telles que la conversion de fréquence ou la génération de solitons, la connaissance de la façon dont l'indice change avec le traitement de la plaquette et de la fabrication est essentielle pour prédire les géométries correctes et les vitesses de groupe concomitantes, nécessaires à la réalisation de telles technologies quantiques. Les pertes mesurées des appareils fabriqués ont montré que notre matériau nitrure est comparable aux principales fonderies, voire meilleur, en termes de qualité du film et de pertes. [] About / A propos The High Throughput and Secure Networks (HTSN) Challenge program is hosting regular virtual seminar series to promote scientific information sharing, discussions, and interactions between researchers. https://nrc.canada.ca/en/research-development/research-collaboration/programs/high-throughput-secure-networks-challenge-program Le programme Réseaux Sécurisés à Haut Débit (RSHD) organise régulièrement des séries de séminaires virtuels pour promouvoir le partage d’informations scientifiques, les discussions et les interactions entre chercheurs. https://nrc.canada.ca/fr/recherche-developpement/recherche-collaboration/programmes/programme-defi-reseaux-securises-haut-debit Co-sponsored by: National Research Council, Canada. Optonique. Speaker(s): Abubaker Mustafa Tareki, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/419574

IEEE Toronto Section Executive Committee meeting. Room: SFB560, Bldg: Sandford Fleming, 10 King's College Rd, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5S 3G4, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/419995

R7 LMAG Executive Teleconference - MONTHLY MEETING Agenda: Canada LMC Chair Comments MGA LMC Member Comments Introduction of new 2024 Canada LMC Chair - Dirk Werle Section Reports and Sharing Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/421432

Abstract: Strongly-driven nonlinear optical processes such as spontaneous parametric down-conversion and spontaneous four-wave mixing can produce multiphoton nonclassical beams of light which have applications in quantum information processing and sensing. In contrast to the low-gain regime, new physical effects arise in a high-gain regime due to the interactions between the nonclassical light and the strong pump driving the nonlinear process. Here, we describe and experimentally observe a gain-dependent group delay between the multiphoton pulses generated in a high-gain type-II spontaneous parametric down-conversion source. Since the group delay introduces distinguishability between the generated photons, it will be important to compensate for it when designing quantum interference devices in which strong optical nonlinearities are required. Joint work with Guillaume Thekkadath, Martin Houde, Duncan England and Ben Sussman. Co-sponsored by: INRS Optica-SPIE Student Chapter Speaker(s): Nicolás Quesada Room: Salle Tudor Johnston, Bldg: INRS-EMT, 1650 Boulevard Lionel-Boulet, Varennes, Quebec, Canada, J3X 1P7, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/418357

IEEE Toronto Section is happy to invite all section members and family to the 2024 spring social @ SPIN ping pong bar in downtown Toronto. No need to be a ping pong professional! We just want to meet IEEE Toronto members and any friends or family that you would like to bring. Please ensure you get your ticket(s) via (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ieee-toronto-social-at-spin-toronto-tickets-895666722277) Link for copy paste: (https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/ieee-toronto-social-at-spin-toronto-tickets-895666722277?aff=oddtdtcreator) Thank you for being an IEEE Toronto member, or a friend of a member. Each $20 ticket has been discounted by IEEE Toronto and will give you access to our private area with reserved ping pong tables, and snacks provided. One free premium drink ticket given per person ($16 value) with additional drinks available for purchase. Even if you've never touched a ping pong paddle, come meet other IEEE Toronto members and have some fun! 461 King Street West Lower Level, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5V 1K4

Join us for an enlightening exploration into the transformative impact of smart technologies on elderly care. This event features an exciting talk by our distinguished speaker, Prof. Ratko Magjarević. As the global population ages at an unprecedented rate, the demand for innovative healthcare solutions has never been greater. Delve into the intersection of artificial intelligence and healthcare with Prof. Magjarević, as he shares insights on leveraging smart technologies to enhance the health and wellbeing of the elderly. Discover ongoing research efforts in personalized patient care, effective health policies, public health interventions, and recent advancements in IoT and wearable device connectivity architecture. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and contribute to shaping a healthier tomorrow. Co-hosted by IEEE Toronto Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS), Fabric Based Research Platform (FIBRE), and IEEE Canada and Toronto Section Women in Engineering (WIE), this event is hybrid, offering both in-person attendance and streaming options. Register now to secure your spot and be part of this transformative discussion, and tune in (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oSivp0fnfCc) to join remotely! Co-sponsored by: Fabric-Based Research (FIBRE) Platform Speaker(s): Prof. Ratko Magjarević Agenda: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Registration and Networking Attendees arrive, check-in, and network with fellow participants. 12:00 PM - 12:10 PM: Opening Remarks 12:10 PM - 12:50 PM: Technical Talk 12:50 PM - 1:00 PM: Q&A Session 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM: Lunch Break and Networking Enjoy a delicious lunch and continue networking with fellow attendees. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available to accommodate dietary preferences. 1:30 PM: End of Event Room: TRI-UC - 2nd floor Auditorium, Bldg: Toronto Rehab University Center, 550 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5G 2A2

IEEE VTS Chicago is pleased to invite VTS Distinguished Speaker Prof. Halim Yanikomeroglu of Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada to give a VTS Distinguished Lecture on High Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS) in Near-Space: Towards an Integrated Network of Networks. We are also pleased to work with various other co-hosts from the US and Canada. This meeting is virtual so please register on Zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcemgqDMtGdw9a04DNTVGs1CMJDlXKR-R. Speaker(s): Halim Yanikomeroglu, Agenda: All times in CDT: 6:00 to 6:05 PM Introduction 6:05 to 6:45 PM VTS Distinguished Lecture: Prof. Halim Yanikomeroglu 6:45 to 6:55 PM Q&A 6:55 to 7:00 PM Closing and adjournment Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/410338

Integrating electric vehicles (EV) and distributed energy resources (DER) presents multiple challenges while offering solutions for grid operation. Using internet-of-things (IoT) technology for EVs and DERs improves the resiliency of the grid but introduces cyber vulnerabilities. Minimizing the impact of cyber attacks on the grid depends on factors such as cyber defense planning, grid operator training and using metrics for operational decision-making. A standardized metric system is required to quantify cyber resiliency and use them for systems with edge devices. The talk covers the basics of cyber-power security and resiliency, operational decision tools, resiliency metrics for the grid and a testbed to validate these cyber resilience tools. Speaker(s): Anurag K Srivastav, Room: 022, Bldg: Shawenjigivening Hall, 2000 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, L1G0C5, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/420768

IEEE Toronto VTS/ComSoc/YP Chapters (Vehicular Technology /Communications/Young Professionals) are excited to announce that Workshop for Leaders of Tomorrow will be held on June 7th at Sears Atrium, Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), Toronto. The one-day workshop will provide premium networking opportunities, aiming to connect young professionals and students with distinguished speakers, industry leaders, and peers; showcase the work of young professionals and students; discussing and answering questions in job searching and professional career development. Agenda: 9:30-9:40: Welcome and Opening 9:40-10:10: Keynote 1 by Dr. Wen Tong 10:10-10:40: Keynote 2 by Dr. Shahrokh Valaee 10:40-11:10: Coffee Break, Project Evaluation 11:10-12:10: Young Professionals Presentations - 1 12:10-14:00: Lunch, Networking, and Project Evaluation 14:00-14:45: Young Professionals Presentations - 1 14:45-16:00: Industry Panel: Succeed Professional Career in the IT Engineering Industry 16:00-16:30: Coffee Break 16:30-17:00: Awards Certificates and Closing Remark Bldg: Engineering, 245 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 2K3

[] Terahertz (THz) communications are envisioned as an up-and-coming and pivotal wireless technology for the sixth generation(6G) and beyond era. In particular, the ultra-wide THz band ranging from 0.1 to 10 THz offers enormous potential to alleviate the spectrum scarcity and break the capacity limitation of emerging wireless systems (such as 4G-LTE and 5G NR). This will undoubtedly support epoch-making wireless applications that demand ultra-high quality service requirements and multi-terabits per second data transmission in the intelligent information society in the 2030s, such as terabit-per-second backhaul systems, ultra-high-definition content streaming among mobile devices, and virtual/augmented reality. In this talk, I will introduce the role and importance of THz communications for the 6G and beyond wireless networks, while briefly describing the fundamental research on THz devices, channels, testbeds, and simulators. After this, I will give a brief summary of recent research advances in THz communications, focusing on performance analysis, spectrum allocation, and hybrid beamforming. Finally, I will discuss some pressing challenges for harnessing the benefits of THz communications in the next decades. Speaker(s): Prof. Nan Yang, Room: 7180, Bldg: Bahen Centre for Information Technology, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Abstract: The Integrated Photonics Systems Roadmap – International (IPSR-I) drives global developments of Photonic Integrated Circuits for the coming decades. The roadmap describes the consensus of over 400 experts on future technology gaps in PIC technology and its affiliated applications. The goal is to align R&D investments to drive volume manufacturing of PICs. Join Peter van Arkel who will present the key-results of the IPSR-I and the role of PhotonDelta within the Photonic Integrated Circuits ecosystem. Co-sponsored by: Co-sponsored by National Research Council, Canada. Optonique. ETS Optica Student Chapter. Speaker(s): Peter van Arkel Agenda: 11h00 - 11h50 : technical presentation (hybrid) 11h50-12h30 : free networking and lunch (in-person only) Room: A-1302, Bldg: Pavillion A, 1100 Notre-Dame St W, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H3C 1K3, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/422471