IEEE Student Branch at University of Technology Sydney

We had the great pleasure of hosting an engaging seminar at the UTS Faculty of Engineering and IT, University of Technology Sydney, featuring Prof. Symeon Chatzinotas, a Full Professor/Chief Scientist I and Head of the SIGCOM research group at the University of Luxembourg. Prof. Chatzinotas, a Fellow of IEEE, shared his valuable insights and expertise with us on Friday, 2 August.

This event was hosted by Assoc. Prof. Hoang Dinh and Assoc. Prof. Diep Nguyen, along with the UTS IEEE Student Branch. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making this seminar a success!

IEEE EDS DISTINGUISHED LECTURER SEMINAR: GRAPHENE AND WSE2-BASED SELF-DRIVEN PHOTODETECTORS (29 May 2024)
• Level 6 room 408, Building 11
• University of Technology Sydney
• UTS/FEIT (building 11, Broadway) , New South Wales
• Australia 2007
• Building: Building 11
• Date: 29 May 2024
• Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Abstract: The advent of graphene and other 2D materials offers great potential for optoelectronics applications. Various device structures and novel mechanisms have been proposed to realize photodetectors with unique detecting properties. In this talk, we report the results for two metal-semiconductor-metal (MSM) photodetectors with asymmetric contacts based on graphene and a member of the transition metal dichalcogenides family, WSe2, which enable the self-driven characteristics that is absent in conventional MSM photodetectors. In the first configuration (Au-WSe2-Graphene), both the Au-WSe2 and WSe2-Graphene contacts are formed by PDMS-mediated dry transfer techniques, with two asymmetrical van der Waals contacts formed to yield the proposed structure. When the device is under illumination at a wavelength of 650 nm, a large photocurrent is measured. Further, an open-circuit voltage Voc and a short-circuit current Isc are clearly observed, indicating the self-driven properties of the MSM photodetectors. The Voc and Isc can also be tuned by a back-gate voltage, which results from the tunable Schottky barrier height along with the gate tunable carrier concentration in WSe2. In the second device configuration (Au-WSe2-Au), the same type of Schottky barrier is formed while the contact lengths of the two Au-WSe2 junctions are designed and fashioned to be different to result in a net Isc. This self-driven photodetector with asymmetric contacts has great potential for low-power or even powerless operation. Combining the wide spectra covered by various 2D materials with different bandgaps, it is expected that the self-driven 2D-materials-based photodetectors can supplement the current mainstream silicon and compound semiconductor-based photodetectors which can only detect a narrow range of the optical spectrum.


About: Cary Y. Yang received the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Pennsylvania. After working at M.I.T., NASA Ames Research Center, and Stanford University on electronic and nanostructure properties of surfaces and interfaces, he founded Surface Analytic Research, a Silicon Valley company focusing on sponsored research projects related to various applications of surfaces and nanostructures. He joined Santa Clara University (SCU) in 1983 and is currently Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Director of TENT Laboratory, a SCU facility located inside NASA Ames. He was the Founding Director of Microelectronics Laboratory and Center for Nanostructures, and served as Chair of Electrical Engineering and Associate Dean of Engineering at Santa Clara. His research spans from silicon-based nanoelectronics and nanocarbon on-chip interconnects, to nanostructure interfaces in electronic, optoelectronic, biological, and energy-storage systems, much of which in collaboration with industry, government labs, and academia world-wide. An IEEE Life Fellow, he served as Editor of the IEEE Transactions on Electron Devices, President of the IEEE Electron Devices Society, and elected member of the IEEE Board of Directors. He was appointed Vice Chair of the IEEE Awards Board in 2013 and 2014. He received the 2004 IEEE Educational Activities Board Meritorious Achievement Award in Continuing Education "for extensive and innovative contributions to the continuing education of working professionals in the field of micro/nanoelectronics," and the 2005 IEEE Electron Devices Society Distinguished Service Award. From 2008 to 2013, he held the Bao Yugang Chair Professorship at Zhejiang University in China.

IEEE MTT-S DISTINGUISHED MICROWAVE LECTURE: MICROWAVE PHOTONIC RADARS: WHAT CAN PHOTONICS BRING TO RADARS? (8 April 2024)
As the only method for all-weather and long-distance target detection and recognition, radar has been intensively studied since it was proposed, and is considered as an essential sensor for future intelligent society. In the past few decades, great efforts have been devoted to improving radar’s functionality, precision, and response time, of which the key is to generate, control, and process a wideband signal at a high speed. Thanks to the high frequency, large bandwidth, low loss transmission, and electromagnetic immunity provided by modern photonics, implementation of the radars in the optical domain can provide better performance in terms of resolution, coverage, and speed which may not be achievable using traditional, even state-of-the-art electronics. In this talk, I'll give an overview of the photonic technologies that are currently known to be attractive for radars. System architectures and their performance that may interest the radar society are emphasized. Emerging technologies in this area and possible future research directions are discussed.

Biography:
Shilong Pan is currently a professor at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, China. His research has focused on microwave photonics, which includes optical generation and processing of microwave signals, analog photonic links, photonic microwave measurement, and integrated microwave photonics. He has authored or co-authored over 300 papers in peer-reviewed journals. Prof. Pan is currently a deputy Editor of Chinese Optics Letters, an associate editor of IEEE/Optica Journal of Lightwave Technology and IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques and is the vice chair of IEEE MTT-22 Microwave Photonics. He has also served as a Chair of a number of international conferences, symposia, and workshops, including the TPC Chair of IEEE ICOCN 2015, the TPC chair of IEEE MWP2023, a TPC Co-chair of IEEE MWP2017, and a General Co-chair of IEEE MWP2021. Prof. Pan is a Fellow of IEEE, Optica, and SPIE. He was selected as an IEEE Photonics Society Distinguished Lecturer in 2019 and an IEEE MTT-S Distinguished Microwave Lecturer in 2022, and was a recipient of IEEE MTT-S Outstanding Young Engineer Award in 2021.

IEEE UTS Student Branch Honors International Women's Day (8th March 2024); The IEEE Student Branch at the University of Technology Sydney celebrated International Women's Day on March 8, 2024, with enthusiasm and dedication. Organized by the Chair, Mohammad (Behdad) Jamshidi, and the women's executive board, including Shaghayegh Chamani, WiE Affinity Chairwoman, Maryam Fallahpoor, WiE Affinity Vice-Chairwoman, and Mina Feizi, Event Leader, the event showcased the commitment of the IEEE UTS SB to gender equality and empowerment in STEM fields. It emphasized the significance of supporting and celebrating women's achievements in engineering and information technology, aligning with global efforts to promote diversity and inclusion within the tech industry. This celebration not only honored women's contributions but also inspired the community to continue advocating for gender balance in STEM.

UTS IEEE SB Members Dive into Wireless Power Innovations with Prof. Chi-Kwan Lee

Members of the University of Technology Sydney's IEEE Student Branch from the School of Electrical and Data Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and IT, attended a groundbreaking presentation on "Wireless Power Transfer: Materials, Circuits, and Applications" on 28 February 2024. The event featured esteemed Prof. Chi-Kwan Lee, a Senior Member of IEEE and a 2015 IEEE Power Electronics Society Transactions First Prize Paper Award recipient. Prof. Lee, who has significantly contributed to the field through his role in the IEEE PELS Workshop on Emerging Technologies: Wireless Power and as an Associate Editor for key IEEE journals, shared insights into the evolution and future of inductive power transfer (IPT) technology. He highlighted its widespread adoption across various sectors, including domestic, biomedical, and transportation, and discussed the challenges and advancements in winding designs, magnetic materials, and shielding methods. This engaging session, held at the University of Technology Sydney, provided valuable knowledge to the attendees, emphasizing the impact of IPT on modern wireless power applications.

New Leadership Announcements at IEEE UTS Student Branch

The University of Technology Sydney's IEEE Student Branch (IEEE UTS SB) is proud to unveil recent changes within its executive board. This strategic update follows the departure of two esteemed members, setting the stage for fresh leadership to drive forward the branch's mission.

Shaghayegh Chamani, previously the Event Leader, has been appointed as the new WiE (Women in Engineering) Affinity Chairwoman, taking over from Vijina Abhijith. In her new role, Shaghayegh aims to further the initiatives promoting gender diversity and inclusion in engineering. Mina Feizi steps into the role of Event Leader, bringing new energy and ideas to the branch's activities. Furthermore, Maryam Fallahpoor has been chosen as the WiE Affinity Vice-Chairwoman, succeeding Lin Liu, to continue advocating for diversity within the engineering community.

These appointments signal a significant shift towards enhancing the branch's operational efficiency and impact in the engineering field at UTS. The IEEE UTS SB expresses gratitude to the departing members for their dedication and warmly welcomes the new leaders, anticipating a period of vibrant growth and innovation ahead.

We are thrilled to have had the distinguished presence of Dr. Jeffrey Nanzer from Michigan State University as our guest lecturer for The IEEE MTT-S Distinguished Microwave Lecture at the University of Technology Sydney. We extend our thanks to Dr. Nanzer for delivering an exceptional presentation.

We also thank Dr. Yang Yang for expertly coordinating this lecture, making it a resounding success. Our thanks extend to all the individuals who have supported us from IEEE UTS SB, with special acknowledgment to Shaghayegh Chamani, Hamidreza Shafei, Javad Jaffari, and Farid Moazzen for their invaluable assistance. Thank you all for your contributions to the success of this event.

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On October 26, 2023, the IEEE UTS SB Executives Catchup took place at the University of Technology Sydney. The meeting commenced with greetings from the 2022-2023 Executive Board, followed by a comprehensive overview of the branch's activities during the period.

The highlight of the session was the crucial voting process for the new IEEE UTS Student Branch Executive Board:

1. Chair: Mohammad (Behdad) Jamshidi
2. Vice-chair: Hieu Quang Nguyen
3. Secretary: Hieu Chi Nguyen
4. Treasurer: Tianxin Fang
5. Event Leader Shaghayegh Chamani

The nominees received approval, setting the stage for the presentation of the activity plan for 2023-2024 by the newly appointed Chair, Mohammad (Behdad) Jamshidi. The proposed plan encompassed various events, including an Open Day booth, WiE International Women’s Day celebration, Technical Seminars/Webinars, IEEE SB prize for the Capstone project, AGM and Elections, and a Sports Competition among IEEE NSW SBs. The meeting concluded with a discussion on action items, including updating information and planning for the next meeting scheduled for September 2024. It is essential to highlight the continued commitment of the remaining board members who retained their roles:

1. Engagement Committee: The Xuan Tran
2. Technical/Web Admin: Ignacio Torres Herrera
3. WIE chairwoman: Vijina Abhijith
4. WIE vice-chairwoman: Lin Liu

Hello everyone,

ISCIT2023 will be held on October 16–18, 2023, in Sydney, Australia, as an in-person, on-site event.

The International Symposium on Communications and Information Technologies (ISCIT) is a serial event addressing researchers and industries from all areas of communications and information technologies. It provides an international forum for the exchange between those fields, to present advances in the state of the art, identify emerging research topics, and together define the future of these exciting research domains.

The event will include Technical Sessions, a Welcome Reception, and a Conference Banquet and Award Ceremony on Sydney Harbour.

More details can be found at the following link:

https://iscit2023.org/

Importantly, there is a discounted student registration for ISCIT2023 for local students enrolled at an Australian university who aren't authors. This registration encourages students to attend a conference in their discipline area as part of their training.

The registration fee is $349, which covers technical sessions, conference food, proceedings download, and a badge. The Local Student Registration can be accessed at:

https://academiceventservices.com/registration/iscit2023/iscit2023_local_student/

ISCIT2023 Local Student Registration – Academic Event Services A heavily discounted registration is available to students of a Australian University with an Australian residential address.

Technical Visit to Macquarie University, organized by IEEE NSW Joint Chapter Industry and Applications, Industrial Electronics, and Power Electronics.

Congratulations to the winner of the UTS-IEEE Award at the University of Technology Sydney Engineering Capstone Showcase.

Winner: Dylan Chaisumdet
Project: Enhancing Controllability of Remote Mobile Industrial Robots with Haptic Devices
Supervisor: Gavin Paul

For more information on the event, please visit:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7067771599105495041/

Happy International Women's Day! Today, we celebrate the achievements of women around the world and recognize the contributions they make to society. At IEEE UTS Student Branch, we are proud to support women in engineering and technology, and we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our community. We believe that by working together, we can create a more equal and just world for all.