The First Tennessee Valley Interstellar Workshop will be held on November 28 (eve.) thru 29 (all day) in Oak Ridge. Astrophysicists Dr-Ing. Claudio Maccone and Dr Greg Matloff from NYC are confirmed headliner speakers. The moderator will be Les Johnson, DepMgr for Advanced Concepts from NASA Marshall Spaceflight Center. The symposium format will be all-day, single-track. Topics will include: astrophysics, radioastronomy and communication, advanced propulsion including fusion, SETI, etc. The preliminary agenda can be found here.
The workshop will be at the Doubletree in Oak Ridge. A reception will be held in Oak Ridge on the evening of the 28th, plus some meals, coffee, snacks provided at the hotel all day the 29th. It will be a NO COST, NO-HASSLE, INVITATION-ONLY conference. Although the agenda appears to be full, adjustments can be made to fit in a special paper. This workshop is about ideas, not credentials.
If you are interested in presenting a paper, or actively participating, please contact Robert Kennedy, PE at robert.kennedy@tetratech.com , 865.220.4736.please contact Robert Kennedy, PE at robert.kennedy@tetratech.com , 865.220.4736.
Friday, October 7, 2011
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
2010 Tennessee Science Bowl - Call For Volunteers
Please volunteer to help with the 2010 Tennessee Science Bowl! Do your part to encourage students in the pursuit of technical careers.
It is an easy, two-step process: (1) check your calendar to verify your availability on Saturday, February 27, 2010 and (2) visit the new, improved website and volunteer on-line! http://www.orau.gov/sciencebowl/
This year, there will not be a snow-day -- this may simplify your planning. One day, one big festive event! AND! The organizers will award a new 2010 Tennessee Science Bowl T-shirt to the first, fifth and 15th person who signs up!
Last year was pretty darned good. This year will be better still, with an aim for 50 teams, from 50 schools across the state.
It is an easy, two-step process: (1) check your calendar to verify your availability on Saturday, February 27, 2010 and (2) visit the new, improved website and volunteer on-line! http://www.orau.gov/sciencebowl/
This year, there will not be a snow-day -- this may simplify your planning. One day, one big festive event! AND! The organizers will award a new 2010 Tennessee Science Bowl T-shirt to the first, fifth and 15th person who signs up!
Last year was pretty darned good. This year will be better still, with an aim for 50 teams, from 50 schools across the state.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
IEEE GOLD presents webinar, "Gandhian Engineering" Oct. 2, 2009
In commemoration of Mahatma Gandhi's birthday on 2 October 2009, IEEE GOLD is pleased to announce a special webinar, "Gandhian Engineering," presented by the renowned Dr. R.A. Mashelkar.
As President of Global Research Alliance, a network of publicly funded R&D institutes from Asia-Pacific, Africa, Europe, and USA with over 60,000 scientists, and as Chairman of India's National Innovation Institute, Dr. R.A. Mashelkar has played a critical role in shaping India's science and technology policies.
Please join us to hear Dr. Mashelkar's perspective on Gandhian Engineering, describing how to get more from less for more and more people of the world. This style of engineering stems from the application of a combination of Mahatma Gandhi's ideologies of the earth providing enough to satisfy the needs of men, rather than the greed of men and prizing every invention of science that benefits all of humanity.
Topic: Gandhian Engineering
Presented by: Dr. R.A. Mashelkar
Date: Friday, 2 October 2009
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 EDT / 9:30 - 10:30 CDT
Registration URL:
https://icm3.ieee.org/eventmanager/OnlineRegistration.asp?eventcode=pwx
An abstract of the topic, as well as a full biography of Dr. R.A.
Mashelkar can be found at:
http://www.ieee.org/web/membership/gold/events/gandhianengrg.html.
Please direct any questions regarding this IEEE GOLD sponsored webinar to gold@ieee.org or Wah W. Myint Garris, Region 3 GOLD Coordinator, wah.garris@bankofamerica.com.
As President of Global Research Alliance, a network of publicly funded R&D institutes from Asia-Pacific, Africa, Europe, and USA with over 60,000 scientists, and as Chairman of India's National Innovation Institute, Dr. R.A. Mashelkar has played a critical role in shaping India's science and technology policies.
Please join us to hear Dr. Mashelkar's perspective on Gandhian Engineering, describing how to get more from less for more and more people of the world. This style of engineering stems from the application of a combination of Mahatma Gandhi's ideologies of the earth providing enough to satisfy the needs of men, rather than the greed of men and prizing every invention of science that benefits all of humanity.
Topic: Gandhian Engineering
Presented by: Dr. R.A. Mashelkar
Date: Friday, 2 October 2009
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 EDT / 9:30 - 10:30 CDT
Registration URL:
https://icm3.ieee.org/eventmanager/OnlineRegistration.asp?eventcode=pwx
An abstract of the topic, as well as a full biography of Dr. R.A.
Mashelkar can be found at:
http://www.ieee.org/web/membership/gold/events/gandhianengrg.html.
Please direct any questions regarding this IEEE GOLD sponsored webinar to gold@ieee.org or Wah W. Myint Garris, Region 3 GOLD Coordinator, wah.garris@bankofamerica.com.
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Innovation Imperative Conference Knoxville
The Innovation Imperative Conference will be held at the Knoxville Convention Center Oct. 20-22, 2009. Early bird registration deadline is Sept. 30, 2009.
- Learn from national experts on how the economy is changing and what it will take to survive — and succeed
- Recognize and celebrate emerging growth companies and entrepreneurial champions of our region
- Learn how the State of Tennessee is stimulating innovation and rapid-growth companies through pension plan investments, tax credits and more
- Learn from regional leaders on how they are planning to succeed in the emerging economy
- Obtain valuable insight into how to access capital and innovative ideas for your business success
- Hear about innovative ideas available for your business from ORNL and UT
Saturday, September 5, 2009
SoutheastCon 2010 Call for Papers
IEEE Region 3 invites prospective authors to submit papers in a wide range of topics for the upcoming IEEE SoutheastCon 2010 conference in Charlotte-Concord, NC on March 18-21, 2010. The paper submission website should be online by October 1, with a firm paper submission deadline of December 1. Also, note the improved fee structure for this year, as indicated at the end of the call for papers.
The Call for Papers can be obtained at:
http://southeastcon2010.org/attachments/084_SEC2010-CFP-v110.pdf
The theme for the conference is "Energizing Our Future." Papers in this and other areas (listed in the call for papers) are solicited. Additional conference information is found on the official website:
http://www.southeastcon2010.org
Tom Weldon
SoutheastCon 2010 Technical Program Chair
tpc@southeastcon2010.org
Saturday, July 18, 2009
National Electrical Code Seminar Sept. 9th
The Central Tennessee Section of the IEEE is hosting a 1-day seminar by Mike Holt on the National Electrical Code.
Mike Holt is one of the most influential authorities on the National Electrical Code. He has authored over 50 different training programs which have been in use since 1978 by electrical apprenticeship training programs, contractors, inspectors, electricians, and engineers. His website www.mikeholt.com is one of the most frequently visited sites on the Code. He has taught over 1,000 classes on over 40 different electrical related
subjects to over 20,000 students.
Course Topics:
In this informative seminar, Mike Holt discusses 101 code rules that are often misinterpreted or misunderstood. He also discusses the key issues introduced by the code changes in the 2008 NEC. Mike will bring you an accurate, in•depth coverage of the most important 2008 NEC Code changes in a fun and dynamic manner. This knowledge is a must for electrical contractors, engineers, inspectors, electricians, maintenance personnel, and others who deal with the National Electrical Code.
When: Wednesday, September 9, 2009. Registration 7:00AM to 8:00AM, Program
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Where: Tennessee Engineering Center (At the Adventure Science Center)
800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville TN 37203. For directions go to
http://www.adventuresci.com and click on Visit and then Directions & Maps.
Cost: $175 if registration is received by 08/03/09. $195 after 08/03/2009.
Cost includes lunch, refreshments, and Mike Holt’s book 101 Essential NEC
Rules. Certificates will be issued for CEU Credits.
Mail payment to IEEE Central TN Section, 217 Scenic Ridge Court, Old Hickory, TN 37138. Write checks to “IEEE Central TN Section”. We cannot accept credit cards. Payment must be postmarked by 09/02/2009.
Deadline: RSVP by September 2, 2009 by sending an e•mail to
RSVP•mholt.CentralTN@ieee.org or by calling (615) 773•8964. (E•Mail is
preferred.) Call (615) 773•8964 if e•mail confirmation is not received
within 5•days.
Mike Holt is one of the most influential authorities on the National Electrical Code. He has authored over 50 different training programs which have been in use since 1978 by electrical apprenticeship training programs, contractors, inspectors, electricians, and engineers. His website www.mikeholt.com is one of the most frequently visited sites on the Code. He has taught over 1,000 classes on over 40 different electrical related
subjects to over 20,000 students.
Course Topics:
In this informative seminar, Mike Holt discusses 101 code rules that are often misinterpreted or misunderstood. He also discusses the key issues introduced by the code changes in the 2008 NEC. Mike will bring you an accurate, in•depth coverage of the most important 2008 NEC Code changes in a fun and dynamic manner. This knowledge is a must for electrical contractors, engineers, inspectors, electricians, maintenance personnel, and others who deal with the National Electrical Code.
When: Wednesday, September 9, 2009. Registration 7:00AM to 8:00AM, Program
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Where: Tennessee Engineering Center (At the Adventure Science Center)
800 Fort Negley Blvd., Nashville TN 37203. For directions go to
http://www.adventuresci.com and click on Visit and then Directions & Maps.
Cost: $175 if registration is received by 08/03/09. $195 after 08/03/2009.
Cost includes lunch, refreshments, and Mike Holt’s book 101 Essential NEC
Rules. Certificates will be issued for CEU Credits.
Mail payment to IEEE Central TN Section, 217 Scenic Ridge Court, Old Hickory, TN 37138. Write checks to “IEEE Central TN Section”. We cannot accept credit cards. Payment must be postmarked by 09/02/2009.
Deadline: RSVP by September 2, 2009 by sending an e•mail to
RSVP•mholt.CentralTN@ieee.org or by calling (615) 773•8964. (E•Mail is
preferred.) Call (615) 773•8964 if e•mail confirmation is not received
within 5•days.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
IEEE volunteering opportunities!
Like most IEEE members, every day you see firsthand the people who are making a difference in technology and the profession. That’s why we’re calling on your insight and perspective in nominating these individuals—your colleagues or yourself—to serve on one or more IEEE volunteer committees.
From operations, to governance, to historic preservation, and much more, these committees provide an excellent opportunity to help IEEE further its mission.
The deadline for nominations is 1 August 2009.
Making a nomination is fast, easy, and takes just minutes online. So why wait? Visit www.ieee.org/nominations to find out more about these opportunities…and to make your nominations—either for yourself or your colleagues—today.
Sincerely,
Leah H. Jamieson
Chair, 2009 IEEE Nominations & Appointments Committee
From operations, to governance, to historic preservation, and much more, these committees provide an excellent opportunity to help IEEE further its mission.
The deadline for nominations is 1 August 2009.
Making a nomination is fast, easy, and takes just minutes online. So why wait? Visit www.ieee.org/nominations to find out more about these opportunities…and to make your nominations—either for yourself or your colleagues—today.
Sincerely,
Leah H. Jamieson
Chair, 2009 IEEE Nominations & Appointments Committee
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