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[] Synopsis When ChatGPT first became available there was widespread concern that it would become widely used as a cheating tool in universities. This worry has seen been borne out: The majority of students are indeed using LLMs to cheat in their work. Moreover, some "AI" companies are not only marketing their products as cheating tools, but are developing tools whose sole purpose is to enable students to cheat. Comet, for example, is an agentic AI that has been developed to complete quizzes, exams, and papers that are presented through the Learning Management System "Canvas", which is one of the most widely used in the United States. But things get worse. There is now extensive evidence that the use of LLMs to perform certain tasks has serious adverse effects on the cognitive abilities of their users. As students' grades improve with successful cheating, their ability to perform the tasks they are supposedly being taught to perform is declining. This grim picture is, however, only part of the story. There are positive uses of AI also, especially in the medical field where it is proving valuable in supporting clinical decision-making and in imaging analysis. Speaker(s): James Taylor, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/571760

Prof James Taylor will provide an update on his lecturing experience incorporating AI at his University Speaker(s): James, Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/571335

Dear EMC members, The EMC Society is pleased to invite financial members to an exclusive Hanwha EMC Facility Site Tour on Wednesday, 18 August 2026. Please see the attached flyer for full event details, including eligibility requirements, registration instructions and important information. Please note: - Registrations close Friday, 31 July 2026. - Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. We hope you can join us for this unique opportunity. Co-sponsored by: Engineers Australia Hanwha Defence Australia H-ACE facility, Avalon, Victoria, Australia

Title: Next Generation Ground Infrastructure For Space When: Tue 18-Aug-26 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Where: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NTliNDhlNTMtMDNmNC00MjM3LTgwNzMtYTFmYjQ1ZjA4NjA1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%223ff6cfa4-e715-48db-b8e1-0867b9f9fba3%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2254161dc0-27a7-4593-b943-bf35a0e00257%22%7d Speaker: Rashmi Karanth, CPO, QSAT Speaker's LinkedIn Profile (optional): https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashmikaranth/. Abstract: This seminar introduces phased-array ground infrastructure and its advantages over traditional satellite ground systems. It will explore how a common, software-defined platform can support multiple data products, including space domain awareness, satellite communications and RF signal intelligence. Attendees will gain an overview of the technology, its applications and QSAT’s approach to developing scalable ground capabilities. Bio: Rashmi Karanth is Chief Product Officer at QSAT. She has helped shape QSAT from its earliest stage, leading product, technology strategy and transforming its phased-array technology into products for space domain awareness and satellite communications. An executive leader operating at the intersection of technology, strategy and execution, her experience spans aerospace, defence, financial services and advanced manufacturing, including Airbus, Jaguar Land Rover, UK MOD and Westpac. She holds a degree in Computer Science Engineering and a master’s in business information systems from Manchester Business School. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/571891

Title: Australian Government and Space When: Tuesday 8 September 2026, 7pm Where: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzU4ZDU1OTYtMzhkNy00NjdlLWI0ZTAtMWZhMDlmNDE5YmYx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%223ff6cfa4-e715-48db-b8e1-0867b9f9fba3%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2254161dc0-27a7-4593-b943-bf35a0e00257%22%7d Speaker: Anntonette Dailey, CEO Aviation/Aerospace Australia, Board Member, Space Industry Association of Australia Speaker's LinkedIn Profile : https://www.linkedin.com/in/anntonette/ Abstract: This seminar explores the complex relationship between government and the space sector, drawing on my experience working within the Australian Space Agency and subsequently in the private sector. It examines the different roles and incentives of politicians, public servants and industry, and how these relationships shape government policy, investment and national capability. The seminar considers why Australia’s early ambition in space has struggled to translate into sustained government commitment, including the institutional, political and strategic factors that contributed to this outcome. It concludes with lessons for industry and government on how to build more durable, credible and strategically aligned government–industry relationships in Australia’s space sector. Bio: Anntonette Dailey is the Chief Executive of Aviation Aerospace Australia, an inclusive purpose-led organisation committed to the sustainability of the aviation, aerospace and space sectors in Australia. Anny is a fellow and chartered executive engineer and brings more than 20 years senior executive capability, well known in the national security, engineering, space and aviation sectors. She has ministerial appointments to the Defence Council of Victoria, and the Australian Research Council. She is also on the Board of the Space Industry Association of Australia. Anny is a life-long advocate of supporting the next generation of STEM leadership. Virtual: https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/571860