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September 08 | 2017
Satellite imagery from our Aqua satellite and the Suomi NPP satellite have provided different data on the still Category 5 Hurricane Irma as it headed for the Turks and Caicos Islands. We continue to provide satellite imagery for Irma, tracking its trajectory, force and precipitation to inform forecasters at the National Hurricane Center. As the category 5 storm approaches the Bahamas and Florida in the coming days, it will be passing over waters that are warmer than 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit)—hot enough to sustain a category 5 storm. Warm oceans, along with low wind shear, are two key ingredients that fuel and sustain hurricanes. Learn more at www.nasa.gov/hurricane
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This New IEEE Volunteering Platform Lists Opportunities Around the World in One Place
December 03 | 2020
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THE INSTITUTE The new IEEE Volunteering platform enables members to search for opportunities across the organization, be it short or long term, local or remote. Those who are looking for helpers can post the positions they need to fill. The portal was developed by the IEEE Young Professionals group.
By using the platform, IEEE leaders, volunteers, and members can connect with each other according to their schedule, talent, and interest. Whether it’s student branches, technical societies, programs or initiatives, the platform can meet the needs of just about every IEEE organizational unit.
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<p>Through the Web-based application users can:</p>
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<li>Share information about themselves and their expertise.</li>
<li>Find geographical and preference-based volunteering recommendations.</li>
<li>Search for projects that could use their skills.</li>
<li>Look for projects that cover a specific period of time.</li>
<li>Automatically generate a résumé or CV that lists their contributions.</li>
<li>Get feedback and endorsements from the team leader.</li>
<li>Post volunteering opportunities available within IEEE, including short-term micro-volunteering assignments.</li>
<li>Nominate colleagues for positions that fit their skill set.</li>
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<p>The platform is set to fully launch early next year, but groups from across IEEE are already trying it out during its soft launch. Groups are collaborating and building teams to advance their humanitarian and technical projects with the help of volunteers from the global community.</p>
<p>Natalie Apadula, product marketing specialist for <a href="https://ieee-collabratec.ieee.org/">IEEE Collabratec</a>, says the platform is a useful tool in her program’s efforts to recruit ambassadors with a regional focus. Ambassadors are members who educate others on Collabratec’s benefits.</p>
<p>“The platform is straightforward and user-friendly and allows me to tailor each opportunity to target a specific geographic region and message applicants—all in one place,” Apadula says. “I envision this platform becoming an important asset for the Collabratec program going forward.”</p>
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<p>The IEEE Volunteering platform is the culmination of the micro-volunteering program started in 2017 by the IEEE Young Professionals team. The main goals were to remove barriers to first-time engagements, enable flexible volunteering that fits busy schedules, facilitate skills-based recruitment, and enhance volunteer recognition.</p>
<p>During the <a href="http://r1.ieee.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/2016-IEEE-Member-Segmentation-Survey.pdf">2016 IEEE Membership Segmentation Study</a>, it became apparent that although young members wanted to be active in IEEE, they found it difficult to identify volunteering opportunities.</p>
<p>The program and new platform have been led by the IEEE Young Professionals team, but the platform is meant to help all IEEE groups increase the volunteer pipeline. Its goal is to also make it easier for new volunteers to get involved and recognize the time people dedicate to the organization.</p>
<p>Visit the platform to explore available opportunities and start building your volunteering CV.</p>
<p>For questions or to comment, contact the team: <a href="mailto:volunteering@ieee.org">volunteering@ieee.org</a>.</p>
<p><em>Flavia Dinca and Noor E Karishma Shaik are IEEE Young Professionals members.</em></p>
<p><em>IEEE membership offers a wide range of <a href="https://www.ieee.org/membership/join/promo/institute-alert.html">benefits and opportunities</a> for those who share a common interest in technology. If you are not already a member, consider joining IEEE and becoming part of a worldwide network of more than 400,000 students and professionals.</em></p>
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McMaster Engineering: Transforming Engineering Education and Fostering Research with Impact
December 01 | 2020
The Faculty of Engineering at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ont., Canada is aiming to build on its ranking as one of the world’s top engineering schools by expanding its recruitment of both tenure-track and teaching track positions across multiple departments. This broad initiative is expected to continue the growth of McMaster as a leading destination for innovative teaching and research.
To support this growth and further develop McMaster Engineering’s longstanding strengths in research, innovation and graduate training, the positions being offered will include two Tier II Canada Research Chair (CRC) and tenure-track positions, with specialization in the fields of micro-nano technology, smart systems, and bio-innovation.
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<p>"The rapid growth in the reputation of the Faculty of Engineering reflects our continuing focus on innovative research designed for impact and educating agile learners to become equipped to tackle our world's greatest challenges,” says Ishwar K. Puri, McMaster’s dean of engineering.</p>
<p>In addition to successful applicants teaching both undergraduate and graduate level courses, they will also be expected to establish a strong externally-funded research program, supervise graduate students and foster existing or new collaborations with other departments and faculties.</p>
<p>“A range of perspectives leads to better insights and innovation, and our diverse and inclusive community is a key factor in our success. We welcome experts from around the world to be part of this next generation of growth and innovation in the Faculty of Engineering,” adds John Preston, McMaster Engineering's associate dean, research and external relations.</p>
<p>The strength of <a href="https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/">McMaster Engineering</a> has been its strong focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and an emphasis on research with impact. This focus on R&D with real-world impact is demonstrated by how its research has scored in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals in categories such as good health and well-being, quality education, gender equality, and industry, innovation and infrastructure and climate action.</p>
<p>Earlier this year, <a href="https://dailynews.mcmaster.ca/articles/mcmaster-places-17th-in-the-world-in-times-higher-education-impact-rankings/">McMaster ranked 17<sup>th</sup> in the world in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings</a> and number one in Canada for good health and well-being and decent work and economic growth. The rankings recognize the important contributions universities make to their communities, countries and on an international scale.</p>
<p>In a combination of both its commitment to impactful research and collaboration, McMaster Engineering has also aimed at providing a supportive and inclusive environment that celebrates big ideas and commercialization while working with industry partners around the world to solve the world’s most pressing challenges.</p>
<p>The Faculty's mission to push the boundaries of discovery and innovation plays a significant role in helping McMaster University earn its reputation as one of Canada’s most innovative universities.</p>
<p>As Canada's most research-intensive university, McMaster’s commitment to research continues to be reflected in its rankings. Most recently <a href="https://dailynews.mcmaster.ca/articles/mcmaster-ranked-among-the-top-70-universities-worldwide/">McMaster was named one of the world’s top 70 universities in the 2021 Times Higher Education rankings</a>. As well, 14 academic disciplines at McMaster Engineering are ranked among the best in Canada by Shanghai Ranking.</p>
<p>Innovation extends to McMaster Engineering’s approach to education. In September 2020 after a two-year pilot, McMaster Engineering formally launched <strong>The Pivot</strong>, an historic $15 million initiative marking the largest transformation of the school’s curriculum, experiential learning and the classroom experience in the 62-year history of the Faculty.</p>
<p>This year, as part of <strong>The Pivot</strong> initiative, more than 1,100 first-year engineering students are experiencing the school’s new interactive course called I<a href="https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/integrated-cornerstone-design-projects-engineering-1p13">ntegrated Cornerstone Design Projects in Engineering</a>. This novel course integrates concepts previously taught in four different courses into a single, seamless, project-based learning experience, allowing students to work in teams, design prototypes and solve real-world problems.</p>
<p>By transforming the engineering curriculum, reimagining the learning environment and amplifying experiential learning, <strong>The Pivot </strong>takes a project-based and experiential learning approach to developing future-ready graduates with design-thinking and entrepreneurial mindsets.</p>
<p><strong>For more information on current opportunities within the Faculty of Engineering, </strong><a href="https://www.eng.mcmaster.ca/about/faculty-recruitment"><strong>view the postings here.</strong></a></p>
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