Blogs Archives - EPICS in IEEE

EPICS in IEEE: Growing and Strengthening in 2025

Jan 16, 2025 | Blogs

New EPICS in IEEE Chair Dr. Pedro Wightman shares his goals and vision for the renowned EPICS in IEEE program in the year(s) ahead Following EPICS in IEEE’s landmark 15th-anniversary celebration in 2024 and the completion of outgoing EPICS in IEEE Committee Chair Dr....

EPICS in IEEE: A Look Back….and Forward

Dec 11, 2024 | 15th Anniversary, Blogs

Dr. Stephanie Gillespie reflects on her three years as EPICS in IEEE Committee Chair and her hopes for the future of this vibrant program EPICS in IEEE’s milestone 15th anniversary saw the program hit new heights and achieve greater reach than ever before. Below,...

EPICS in IEEE: Perspectives from a Project Leader

Dec 4, 2024 | 15th Anniversary, Blogs

Former EPICS in IEEE Project Co-Leader and current project mentor Chong Yu Zheng shares his memorable experience working with other volunteers to advance the field of access and abilities In 2016, representatives of the IEEE Malaysia Section made tremendous strides in...

EPICS in IEEE to Exhibit and Present at the International Humanitarian Technology Conference

Nov 15, 2024 | Blogs

EPICS in IEEE will present and exhibit at the International Humanitarian Technology Conference (IHTC) in Bari, Italy, from November 27 to 30. The IEEE International Humanitarian Technology Conference (IEEE IHTC) is an interdisciplinary conference series organized by...

EPICS in IEEE: Students Get a Green Light on Their Smart Agriculture Initiative

Nov 7, 2024 | Blogs

Thanks to smart solar technology and support from EPICS in IEEE, a team of resourceful students transforms a simple greenhouse in West Virginia into a sustainable space that improves plant growth Traditional greenhouses are designed to protect plants from the elements...

EPICS in IEEE: A 15th Anniversary Q&A with Lwanga Herbert

Sep 9, 2024 | 15th Anniversary, Blogs

The 2023-24 IEEE Humanitarian Technologies Board Chair looks back fondly on the EPICS in IEEE projects he took part in and the impactful role the EPICS in IEEE program will continue to play in the future Charged with overseeing all humanitarian activities across...