IEEE Queensland Section

The First Australian Soft Robotics Symposium, held on November 18, 2024, at QUT Gardens Point in Brisbane, is a full-day event bringing together leading researchers from across Australasia. The symposium will feature presentations from the region's leading soft robotics researchers, as well as group discussions on future research directions and opportunities unique to Australia. This is an informal event which welcomes participants at all career stages with an interest in soft robotics and aims primarily at fostering collaboration within this emerging field. Travel funding is available for students and members of underrepresented groups.Co-sponsored by: Australian Soft Robotics SocietyAgenda: Call for Abstracts:The Australian Soft Robotics Society invites researchers, academics, and industry professionals to submit abstracts for presentations at the First Australian Soft Robotics Symposium. The symposium will be held on November 18, 2024, at QUT Gardens Point, Brisbane, and aims to bring together experts from across the Australasia region to share their work, foster collaboration, and advance the field of soft robotics.We encourage submissions from all stages of research and development. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your work, exchange ideas, and contribute to kickstarting the soft robotics community in Australasia.Submission Guidelines- Abstract length: Maximum 300 words- Deadline: October 21st- Submission format: Through event registrationStudent Travel Funding:Thanks to support from the Australian Robotics and Automation Association, travel funding is available for students and members of underrepresented communities. Please indicate your interest in the funding, along with an eligibility statement when submitting your abstract.List of Speakers:Chao ChenGurcel AliciThanh Nho DoThang Vo-DoanWilliam Foster-HallKrishna DigumartiWilliam Foster-HallJoshua PinskierAli ZolfagharianQUT Gardens Point, Brisbane City, Queensland, Australia, 4000

The 9th IEEE Southern Power Electronics Conference (SOPEC2024) is set to take place in Brisbane, Australia, from December 2 to 5, 2024. This highly anticipated event will gather researchers, engineers, academics, and students from around the world to explore the latest advancements and applications in power electronics.Key Highlights:-Technical Paper Sessions: Attendees will have the opportunity to attend numerous technical paper sessions where cutting-edge research and developments in power electronics will be presented and discussed.-Tutorials: The conference will feature a series of tutorials led by experts in the field, providing in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience on various topics related to power electronics.-Keynote Speeches: Renowned speakers will deliver keynote addresses, sharing their insights and visions for the future of power electronics.-Women in Engineering (WIE) Event: A special WIE event will be held to celebrate and promote the contributions of women in the field of power electronics, fostering diversity and inclusion.-Gala Dinner: The conference will also include a gala dinner, offering a relaxed and elegant setting for networking and socializing with peers and industry leaders.Co-sponsored by: IEEE SPEC 2024 WebsiteBrisbane, Queensland, Australia, 4000

Dear IEEE Queensland Section Member,You are invited to 2024 Annual General Meeting of IEEE Queensland Section. The details are as follows:Date/time: Thursday, December 5th, 2024, 4:30pm - 5:30pmVenue: Room - Arbour A1, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition CentreZoom option: https://uqz.zoom.us/j/88381776647The meeting agenda and minutes of the last year AGM will be circulated closer to the event. If you are planning to attend the event please register through the link provided with this event notice.Kind Regards,Rahul SharmaVice Chair, IEEE Queensland SectionCo-sponsored by: Rahul SharmaBrisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane, Queensland, Australia