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Events for September 15, 2011
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Wireless Network for FPGA-based Cluster System
Thu, Sep 15, 2011 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Wayne Luk, Professor of Computer Engineering, Imperial College London
Talk Title: Wireless Network for FPGA-based Cluster System
Abstract: This talk describes a wireless network coupled with an FPGA-based cluster system. The proposed system enables a lightweight approach for FPGA devices to exchange information directly. Customizable monitoring facilities are developed to support reconfiguring a distributed application dynamically at run time, to reduce packet latency and to enhance power consumption. An N-Body simulation application is used to demonstrate the effectiveness and potential of the proposed system.
Biography: Wayne Luk is a Professor of Computer Engineering at Imperial College London. His research interests include reconfigurable computing, field-programmable technology, and design automation. He is a fellow of IEEE and a fellow of BCS.
Host: Professor Viktor K. Prasanna
Location: Hedco Pertroleum and Chemical Engineering Building (HED) - 116
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Janice Thompson
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Developing Innovative Technologies to Enhance & Accelerate Research & Learning in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Thu, Sep 15, 2011 @ 11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Dr. Matthew S. Goodwin , Northeastern University
Talk Title: Developing Innovative Technologies to Enhance & Accelerate Research & Learning in Autism Spectrum Disorders
Abstract: This presentation will demonstrate several innovative technologies developed through the MIT Media Labâs Autism & Communication Technology Initiative, including wireless sensors for longterm monitoring of physiological arousal in natural settings; wireless 3-axis accelerometers and pattern recognition algorithms that can automate the detection of stereotypical hand flapping and body rocking; and unobtrusive audio and video capture systems able to capture ultradense longitudinal records of behavior in home environments. Applications of these technologies and resulting data will also be discussed.
Biography: Dr. Matthew S. Goodwin recently joined Northeastern University as an Assistant Professor with joint appointments in the Bouve College of Health Sciences and College of Computer & Information Science. He is the former Director of Clinical Research at the MIT Media Lab where he maintains a Visiting Assistant Professor position and continues to co-direct the Media Lab Autism & Communication Technology Initiative. Matthew serves on the Executive Board of the International Society for Autism Research, is Co-Chair of the Autism Speaks-Innovative Technology for Autism Initiative, and has Adjunct Associate Research Scientist appointments in the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior and Human Development at Brown University. He has over 15 years of research and clinical experience working with children and adults on the autism spectrum; is well acquainted with a variety of experimental methods and statistical approaches used in the behavior sciences; and has extensive experience developing and evaluating innovative technologies for behavioral assessment and intervention, including telemetric physiological monitors, accelerometry sensors, and digital video/facial recognition systems. Matthew received his B.A. in Psychology from Wheaton College in 1998 and his M.A. in 2005 and Ph.D. in 2008, both in Experimental Psychology, from the University of Rhode Island. He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Affective Computing in the Media Lab in 2010.
Host: Prof. Shrikanth Narayanan
Location: Hughes Aircraft Electrical Engineering Center (EEB) - 248
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Talyia Veal
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Preparing for the Career Conference
Thu, Sep 15, 2011 @ 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Make a great first impression! This presentation will discuss what to expect at the Career Conference as well as give students tips to make the most of their time. Students will also learn how to approach employers at the Conference by practicing networking skills.
Location: Ronald Tutor Hall of Engineering (RTH) - 211
Audiences: Viterbi Career Conference Registrants
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Services
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ASBME: BIOMED: Engineering the Human Body from Head to Toe
Thu, Sep 15, 2011 @ 04:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Student Organizations
Student Activity
BIOMED introduces curious new and returning students to what biomedical engineering at USC is really all about, and what sort of research efforts are being carried out right here in their own backyard. This semi-formal dinner invites faculty and PhD students in the USC Department of Biomedical Engineering to speak about their research and experience in the field to undergraduate students, also providing an opportunity for students to become better acquainted with their peers, faculty, and staff at USC. Dinner will be provided. If you have RSVPed, please arrive ON TIME to check-in at 4:45pm. If you have not RSVPed, you may still come to the event at 5:00pm to see whether there are any spaces are left, however, since we have already reached the maximum number of RSVPs, we cannot guarantee you a spot. ***Soumya, can you also remove the link to RSVP, since the deadline has already past and we have over the maximum. Thanks!!
Location: Ronald Tutor Campus Center (TCC) - 450
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Associated Students of Biomedical Engineering
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PriceWaterCoopers Info Session
Thu, Sep 15, 2011 @ 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Join representatives of this company as they share general company information and available opportunities.
Location: Grace Ford Salvatori Hall Of Letters, Arts & Sciences (GFS) - 106
Audiences: All Viterbi Students
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Services
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Progressive Degree Program Info Session
Thu, Sep 15, 2011 @ 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Student Affairs
Workshops & Infosessions
The Progressive Degree Program (PDP) gives continuing USC undergraduates another path to earning a Masterâs degree from USC. The main advantages to a Progressive Degree are:
1) the option to start graduate-level classes during the senior year
2) a reduction in units required for the Masterâs Degree.
Juniors and transfer students are encouraged to attend this information session if they are interested in applying for the Progressive Degree.
More information about PDP can be accessed at: http://viterbi.usc.edu/pdp
Location: Ronald Tutor Hall of Engineering (RTH) - 211
Audiences: Undergrad
Contact: Matthew O'Pray
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Reservoir Monitoring Consortium-Inaugural Meeting
Thu, Sep 15, 2011 @ 08:00 PM - 12:00 PM
Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Fred Aminzadeh, RMC-USC
Talk Title: Reservoir Monitoring Consortium
Abstract: The Reservoir Monitoring Consortium (RMC) inaugural meeting will take place at USC with participation of many oil industry participants. This two-day meeting will also be provided on Webex to allow participation from remote locations. The goal of RMC is develop new methods for dynamic reservoir monitoring. We will highlight a number of focused applied research projects in reservoir monitoring that are directly pertinent to the current and future needs of the industry sponsors. RMC will conduct R&D in diverse application areas such as the conventional reservoirs (e.g. carbonate, clastic, deep waters) and the unconventional reservoirs (shales, tight sands, heavy oils, and geothermal). One of the objectives of the meeting is to help identify the key technology gaps with input from the project sponsors. We will then focus on major issues such as integration of disciplines, data, information, and expertise. We will maintain a balance between short and long term, high impact research goals and the immediate and foreseen industry needs. One key distinguishing edge of RMC compared to other academic consortia is its focus on multidisciplinary aspect of reservoir monitoring.
Host: Petroleum Engineering Program
Location: Ronald Tutor Hall of Engineering (RTH) - 324
Audiences: Graduate
Contact: Takimoto Idania
