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DTSTAMP:20260824T081912
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260925T150000
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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:The Irrational Decision: How We Gave Computers the Power to Choose for Us
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: Mathematicians and engineers of the 1940s set out to design machines capable of making critical decisions in the face of uncertainty. In less than a decade\, they developed a suite of powerful mathematical technologies\, including information theory\, linear programming\, game theory\, and neural networks. These tools didn’t merely lay the foundation for contemporary computer science but became the foundation of a new definition of rationality itself\, reshaping how we judge human decision making. The Irrational Decision traces how a computational framework designed for machines came to define rationality for people in economics\, public policy\, and popular culture.\n\nThis talk will explore success stories in accelerating computers\, regulating pharmaceuticals\, and deploying electronic commerce. The successes reveal a common pattern. Automated decision systems thrive in well-defined spaces with clear rules and measurable goals. However\, the same systems produce results ranging from brittle to absurd outside those controlled settings. Given these strengths and limitations\, the talk will close by asking how we can put these tools to work without surrendering human agency and judgment.\n\nBio: Benjamin Recht is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences at the University of California\, Berkeley. Ben studies the foundations of machine learning\, be they mathematical\, statistical\, and computational\, or philosophical\, sociological\, and historical. He is the author of three books: Optimization for Modern Data Analysis (2022) with Stephen J. Wright\, Patterns\, Predictions\, and Actions (2022) with Moritz Hardt\, and The Irrational Decision (2026). He also spends too much time blogging at argmin.net.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150762
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Lecture,engineering,Electrical Engineering and Computer Science,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Computer Engineering
LOCATION:Lurie Robert H. Engin. Ctr - Johnson Rooms (3rd Floor)
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DTSTAMP:20260916T081744
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T183000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:ECE Open House
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to join Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) as we host the 2026 ECE Open House! You’ll learn more about the Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering majors\, hear about the opportunities available to ECE students\, and see some of the labs used in undergraduate EECS classes.\n\nSo what exactly do electrical and computer engineers do? We do everything! We are there in all electronic devices (cell phones\, computers\, cars\, appliances\, etc). We are in electronic communication\, networking\, power\, energy\, sensors\, and much more. We make things smart – we make them move. We send and decode information – we connect people and things. And we light up the world – efficiently of course!\n\nDinner will be provided to those who RSVP.
UID:151002-21910704@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151002
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:College Of Engineering,engineering,Electrical Engineering and Computer Science,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Computer Engineering
LOCATION:Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building - 1200
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DTSTAMP:20260915T103633
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261002T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261002T160000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:High-Speed Back Emitting VCSEL for AI Scale-up Optical Interconnects
DESCRIPTION:Abstract \n\nHigh bandwidth-density and energy-efficient optical links are required to interconnect accelerators\, memory\, and switches in AI scale-up systems. Back-emitting (BE) vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) are promising for this application because of its two-dimensional (2D) topology facilitating large array\, simultaneous operation using flip-chip addressable architecture. The wavelength of interests ranges from 940- to 1060-nm wavelength regime. In this talk\, we review BE-VCSEL at both wavelengths\, showing their suitability for high-speed multi-mode fiber (MMF) transmission. For the 940-nm BE-VCSEL with a monolithically integrated high-contrast- metalens (HCM) at the back of the substrate to enable high efficiency MMF coupling with a large tolerance. A 106-Gb/s PAM4 link over 30-m OM2 fiber operates below the KP4-FEC threshold was obtained. The 940-nm flip-chip device exhibits an approximately 40-K lower junction temperature than a reference 850-nm top-emitting VCSEL at 9 mA\, supports an open 106-Gb/s PAM4 eye at 110 °C\, and achieves error-free 25-Gb/s NRZ transmission at 140 °C. A 16-channel near-package-optics transmitter provides clear 106-Gb/s PAM4 eyes across all channels\, corresponding to an aggregate capacity of approximately 1.6 Tb/s. For the 1060-nm BE-VCSEL\, we show a 3-dB modulation bandwidth of 43.97-GHz at 7 mA\, limited by instrumentation. The device has a low 0.4-mA threshold current and intensity noise of -149.6 dB/Hz at 7 mA. It further supports 212-Gb/s PAM4 transmission over 30-m OM2 and 50-m OM5 fibers under the stated transmitter and receiver equalization conditions. We believe these results attest to BE-VCSEL array for high-lane-rate\, two-dimensionally scalable optical engines for cost-effective AI scale-up interconnects through conventional MMF over a wide wavelength range between 940~1060 nm.\n\nBio\n\nConnie Chang-Hasnain is Chairperson of Berxel Photonics Co. Ltd. and X.Q. Deng Presidential Chair Professor at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen). Dr. Chang-Hasnain received her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) from UC Berkeley in 1987. She was a Member of the Technical Staff at Bell Communications Research (1987–1992) and Assistant Professor at Stanford University (1992–1995). She joined UC Berkeley as Professor of EECS in 1996. She was Whinnery Distinguished Chair Professor since 2006\; Chair of the Nanoscale Science and Engineering Graduate Group 2006-2017\; and Associate Dean for Strategic Alliances of College of Engineering 2014-2019. She retired from UC Berkeley and is Whinnery Chair Professor Emerita since 2020.\n\nProf. Chang-Hasnain’s research interests range from semiconductor optoelectronic devices to materials and applications. Over the past 40 years\, she worked on many aspects of VCSELs including planar VCSEL structure\, MEMS-VCSEL for wavelength tuning\, and VCSEL arrays for 3D imaging. She has been honoured with the 2024 IEEE Nick Holonyak Jr. Medal\, 2018 Okawa Prize\, 2015 UNESCO Medal For the Development of Nanoscience and Nanotechnologies\, and 2011 IEEE David Sarnoff Award. She was the Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Lightwave Technology 2007-2012\, a member of IEEE LEOS Board of Governors\, OSA Board of Directors\, and the 2021 President of Optica. She is member of the US National Academy of Engineering.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/152186
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Computer Engineering,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Electrical Engineering and Computer Science,engineering
LOCATION:Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building - 1311 EECS
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DTSTAMP:20260924T135013
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261008T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261008T120000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Quantum Research Institute | Unleashing Analog Quantum Computing
DESCRIPTION:Zoom: In the Meeting Invite\nIn-Person: Michigan Memorial Phoenix Project\, 2301 Bonisteel Blvd\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109\, USA\, Room 2000\n\nAbstract: Recent advances are expanding the power and flexibility of analog quantum platforms\, opening new routes for both quantum simulation and quantum information science. In this talk\, I will discuss how modest levels of control can be used to access key observables and dynamical regimes in strongly correlated fermionic systems\, including settings with pairing\, long-range interactions\, and cooling. I will also describe how globally controlled analog platforms can nevertheless achieve universal quantum computation\, and how optimal-control techniques can be used to engineer complex effective interactions and topological dynamics. Finally\, I will outline recent progress toward approximate error correction tailored to analog quantum systems. Together\, these developments point toward a broader view of analog quantum computing\, in which large-scale quantum devices are not only simulators of specific models\, but flexible computational resources whose capabilities can be systematically unlocked.\n\nBio\nSusanne Yelin's research interests are in theoretical quantum optics and quantum information science. Current research directions include quantum control of ultracold polar molecules\, investigation of novel coherence-based optical elements\, single-photon nonlinear optics using dipolar systems\, coherent metamaterials and negative refractivity\, coherent control in condensed matter systems\, and superradiance.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148610
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Applied Physics,Chemistry,Computer Science And Engineering,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Electrical Engineering And Computer Science,Materials Science,Physics,Quantum,Quantum Computing,Quantum Science
LOCATION:Michigan Memorial Phoenix Project - PML2000
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DTSTAMP:20260911T091415
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261016T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261016T160000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Half-Life: The Science of Letting Go and Becoming New
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: What happens when the life you worked so hard to build begins transforming into something entirely new? Dr. Angelique Johnson traces her unexpected journey from earning a PhD in electrical engineering and building neurotechnology through MEMStim\, to engineering visions through Vissionaireum\, to founding Spiritual Capital Inc.\, where she explores faith as a form of capital for building ventures with eternal impact. Drawing on the scientific concept of half-life\, Johnson offers a new way to think about transformation: sometimes becoming who you were meant to be requires letting go of who you worked so hard to become. Her story challenges us to consider whether the second half of life can become greater than the first—if we are willing to release what was and embrace what’s new.\n\nBio: Dr. Angelique Johnson is a scientist\, entrepreneur\, licensed minister\, and speaker dedicated to uniting innovation\, faith\, and impact. She is the Founder of MEMStim \, a neurotechnology company\; Vissionaireum\, a venture studio for purpose-driven entrepreneurs\; and Spiritual Capital Inc.\, a nonprofit that equips leaders\, ministries\, and businesses to harness faith as capital for building ventures and creating lasting community impact. As Director of Training at the International Business Innovation Association (InBIA)\, Dr. Johnson leads the Creative Capital Access Collaborative (CCAC)\, an initiative advancing innovative approaches to capital access for entrepreneurs and the organizations that support them. She has spoken on platforms from Capitol Hill to the United Nations and serves on boards advancing entrepreneurship and equity. Featured by NBC\, NPR\, and PBS\, she champions passion\, resilience\, and faith as tools for celebrating progress\, overcoming setbacks\, and building institutions that create generational impact.
UID:151998-21912592@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151998
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:College Of Engineering,engineering,Electrical Engineering and Computer Science,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Computer Engineering
LOCATION:Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building - 1200 EECS
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DTSTAMP:20260924T135148
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261022T120000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Quantum Research Institute | TBD
DESCRIPTION:Zoom: In the Meeting Invite\nIn-Person: West Hall 411\n\nAbstract: TBD
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148611
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Electrical Engineering And Computer Science,Materials Science,Physics,Quantum,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Computer Science And Engineering,Chemistry,Quantum Computing,Applied Physics,Quantum Science
LOCATION:West Hall - 411
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DTSTAMP:20260924T135250
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261105T120000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Quantum Research Institute | TBD
DESCRIPTION:Zoom: In the Meeting Invite\nIn-Person: West Hall\, Room 411\n\nAbstract: TBD
UID:148612-21904526@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148612
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Applied Physics,Quantum Science,Quantum Computing,Quantum,Physics,Materials Science,Electrical Engineering And Computer Science,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Computer Science And Engineering,Chemistry,Astronomy
LOCATION:West Hall - 411
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DTSTAMP:20260918T135009
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261109T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261109T170000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:ECE Diwali Celebration
DESCRIPTION:All ECE students are invited to a Diwali celebration on Monday\, November 9th. This event is a great way to learn something new\, make new friends with your fellow ECE students\, and sample some good food! Music\, crafts and a henna artist will be available as well. Bring your MCard!\n\nDiwali is a festival of lights. The festival usually lasts five days\, or six in some regions of India.
UID:152446-21913750@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/152446
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Computer Engineering,Culture,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Electrical Engineering and Computer Science,engineering
LOCATION:Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building - Atrium
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DTSTAMP:20260924T135401
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261119T120000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Quantum Research Institute | TBD
DESCRIPTION:Zoom: In the Meeting Invite\nIn-Person: Michigan Memorial Phoenix Project\, 2301 Bonisteel Blvd\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109\, USA\, PML 2000\n\nAbstract: TBD
UID:148613-21904527@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148613
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Quantum Science,Applied Physics,Astronomy,Chemistry,Computer Science And Engineering,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Electrical Engineering And Computer Science,Materials Science,Physics,Quantum,Quantum Computing
LOCATION:Michigan Memorial Phoenix Project - PML2000
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DTSTAMP:20260924T135455
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261203T120000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Quantum Research Institute | TBD
DESCRIPTION:Zoom: In the Meeting Invite\nIn-Person: West Hall\, Room 411\n\nAbstract: TBD
UID:148614-21904528@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148614
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Quantum Science,Applied Physics,Astronomy,Chemistry,Computer Science And Engineering,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Electrical Engineering And Computer Science,Materials Science,Physics,Quantum,Quantum Computing
LOCATION:West Hall - 411
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