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New CRC at the University of Bayreuth will investigate nanostructured materials for energy industry

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A special focus is on fostering scientific talents in cooperation with the University of Bayreuth’s WiN Academy, which offers a broad range of services to support scholars at all individual career stages from doctoral studies to junior professorships.

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IEEE WIE Conference Will Explore the Future of Work

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The annual WIE ILC aims to support and sustain female leaders and technologists, especially mid- to senior-career workers. A SESSION FOR EVERYONE In the past, the most popular WIE ILC sessions have been skill-building workshops for career management, breakout talks on new technologies, and executive leadership training sessions.

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This IEEE Society’s Secret to Boosting Student Membership

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It also wants to get more young people interested in pursuing a robotics career. The society recently launched several programs to engage them, including career fairs, travel grants, and networking opportunities with researchers. Conferences now include career fairs, where students can meet with hiring companies.

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Inspire Kids to Study STEM with These Educational Resources

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Careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are on the rise around the world. Bureau of Labor Statistics , STEM careers were expected to grow by nearly 9 percent between 2017 and 2029. It is crucial to teach preuniversity students about the potential of STEM careers through outreach programs. Career days.

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MIT Task Force on the Work of the Future suggests widespread autonomous driving at least a decade away

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Building on the Task Force’s interim 2019 report, “Work of the Future: Shaping Technologies and Institutions,” MIT Task Force members are providing analysis on topics including manufacturing, health care, tax reform, skills/training, and emerging technologies such as collaborative robotics and additive manufacturing.

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IEEE President’s Note: Let’s Get Practical

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The offerings members get value from can vary depending on what else is going on in their life and their career. As many new jobs are created in industry, a significant majority of IEEE student members and young professionals begin their careers in industry. IEEE provides its members with many benefits and resources.

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Celebrating the Life of Columbia Professor Stephen Unger

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Throughout his career, he consulted for technology companies including Bell Labs and IBM. He published three books on the topic, including Controlling Technology: Ethics and the Responsible Engineer. It recognizes individuals who take action to benefit the public, often at the risk of their own careers and reputations.