BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:IEEE vTools.Events//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Karachi BEGIN:STANDARD DTSTART:20091031T230000 TZOFFSETFROM:+0600 TZOFFSETTO:+0500 TZNAME:PKT END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20230723T185811Z UID:3A009638-D198-45B8-BCBD-448DBC14396E DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230718T113000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Karachi:20230718T144500 DESCRIPTION:IEEE Communication Society (ComSoc) Karachi Chapter in collabor ation with IEEE ComSoc Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MU ET) Student Chapter organized a technical seminar titled as “Unlocking t he Future: Exploring The Enchanting Possibilities Of 6G”. This talk was delivered by Dr. Kapal Dev\, on July 18\, 2023\, at the Video Conference H all\, IICT Building\, MUET Jamshoro Pakistan. The seminar was co-funded by Distinguish Speaker Program\, IEEE ComSoc\, USA.\n\nThe total number of p articipants in this seminar were 63 in which 50 were IEEE members and 13 w ere non-IEEE members. The event started with the recitation of Holy Quran followed by the National Anthem of Pakistan. Afterwards\, Dr. Umair Ahmed Korai\, Vice Chair IEEE ComSoc Karachi Chapter\, welcomed the Chief Guest\ , Guest of Honors\, Speaker\, volunteers\, and participants of the seminar . Prof. Dr. Aftab Ahmed Memon\, DEAN Faculty of Electrical Electronics and Computer Engineering attended the talk as a Chief Guest and Prof. Dr. Fai sal Karim Shaikh\, Professor and Ex Chairman\, Department of Telecommunica tion Engineering attended this seminar as a Guest of Honor. The seminar fo cused on Exploring The Enchanting Possibilities Of 6G. Following members h ave attended the seminar as guest:\n\n- Abi Waqas\, Assistant Professor MU ET and Branch Counselor\, IEEE MUET Student Branch\n- Badar Muneer\, Assoc iate Professor MUET and Advisor\, IEEE MTT MUET Student Chapter\n\nThe fir st session of the talk was delivered by Dr. Kapal Dev is currently serving as Assistant Lecturer at Department of Computer Science\, Munster Technol ogical University\, Ireland. He formerly was a senior researcher at the sa me University. Previously\, severed as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with the CONNECT Centre\, School of Computer Science and Statistics\, Trinity College Dublin (TCD). Also\, worked as 5G Junior Consultant and Engineer a t Altran Italia S.p.A\, Milan\, Italy on 5G use cases.\n\nHis talk started from\n\nIntroduction\n\nThe advent of the sixth generation of wireless te chnology\, 6G\, promises a future that surpasses our wildest imaginations. Dr. Kapal Dev\, a renowned expert in the field\, delivered a captivating presentation on the potential of 6G and the transformative possibilities i t holds.\n\nThe key topics covered in Dr. Dev's talk:\n\nRoadmap to 6G\n\n Dr. Dev outlined the roadmap towards 6G\, highlighting the need for seamle ss connectivity\, ultra-high data rates\, and ultra-low latency. The trans ition from 5G to 6G involves significant advancements in network infrastru cture\, including the deployment of advanced antenna systems\, millimeter- wave communication\, and intelligent edge computing.\n\nExpected Timeline of 6G Development\, Standardization\, and Launch\n\nWhile the exact timeli ne for 6G development and standardization remains uncertain\, Dr. Dev disc ussed the anticipated timeline based on ongoing research and industry tren ds. He highlighted that the standardization process for 6G is expected to begin in the early 2020s\, with commercial deployments projected for the l ate 2020s or early 2030s.\n\nEmerging 6G Applications\n\nDr. Dev discussed the exciting applications that 6G will enable\, including:\n\n- Smart Cit ies: 6G will revolutionize urban living\, enabling smart transportation sy stems\, intelligent energy grids\, and advanced healthcare services.\n- In dustry 4.0: 6G will empower industrial automation\, robotics\, and real-ti me monitoring\, enhancing productivity and efficiency in manufacturing and logistics.\n- Extended Reality (XR): With ultra-low latency and ultra-hig h bandwidth\, 6G will enable seamless XR experiences\, transforming gaming \, entertainment\, and remote collaboration.\n\nInternet of Skills: 6G wil l enable the transmission of skills and expertise remotely\, opening up ne w possibilities in telemedicine\, remote surgery\, and remote training.\n\ n6G Enabling Technologies\n\nDr. Dev discussed the enabling technologies t hat will underpin the development of 6G\, such as:\n\n- Terahertz (THz) Co mmunication:\n- AI-driven Networks:\n- Quantum Communication:\n\n6G Projec ts and Research Activities\n\nDr. Dev highlighted ongoing 6G research proj ects and initiatives worldwide. These collaborative efforts involve academ ia\, industry\, and standardization bodies to explore and develop novel te chnologies and architectures for 6G networks.\n\nDr. Kapal Dev's presentat ion on unlocking the future with 6G showcased the immense potential and en chanting possibilities this technology holds. As we embark on the journey towards 6G\, it is crucial to foster collaboration\, research\, and innova tion to realize the transformative power of this next-generation wireless technology.\n\nConcluding the talk\, Dr. Dev informed the audience about t he fully funded scholarship opportunities in Ireland. He highlighted Irela nd's commitment to nurturing talent and promoting cutting-edge research in various disciplines. The scholarships provide aspiring individuals with t he means to pursue higher education and research\, empowering them to cont ribute to the advancement of technology and society.\n\nThe second session of this seminar was explaining the benefits of IEEE and IEEE ComSoc. This session was conducted by Dr. Umair Ahmed Korai explained the benefits of IEEE ComSoc\, in particular. Following key points were discussed during th e second session for explaining the benefits of IEEE and IEEE ComSoc:\n\n- Technical Resources\n- Networking Opportunities\n- Career Advancement\n- Professional Development\n\nIn last\, the Worthy Guest of Honor\, Prof. Dr . Faisal Karim Shaikh\, gave the concluding remarks of the seminar. He ack nowledged the efforts of guest speakers\, organizers\, and volunteers and encouraged the participants to explore in more depth about IEEE and import ance of 6G. In the end\, Dr. Umair Ahmed Korai\, gave the vote of thanks t o the Chief Guest\, Guest of Honor\, Speakers\, Event Organizers\, Collabo rators\, Volunteers\, and Participants followed by shields and certificate s distribution\, and lunch.\n\nSpeaker(s): Kapal Dev\, Umair Ahmed Korai\n \nBldg: IICT Building\, Mehran University of Engineering and Technology\, Video Conference Hall\, Jamshoro\, Sindh\, Pakistan\, 76062 LOCATION:Bldg: IICT Building\, Mehran University of Engineering and Technol ogy\, Video Conference Hall\, Jamshoro\, Sindh\, Pakistan\, 76062 ORGANIZER:maamir@ssuet.edu.pk SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:IEEE Communication Society Karachi Chapter – A Technical Seminar on “Ulocking The Future: Exploring The Enchanting Possibilities Of 6G" URL;VALUE=URI:https://events.vtools.ieee.org/m/367761 X-ALT-DESC:Description: <br /><p><strong><u>&nbsp\;</u></strong></p>\n<p>IE EE Communication Society (ComSoc) Karachi Chapter in collaboration with IE EE ComSoc Mehran University of Engineering and Technology (MUET) Student C hapter organized a technical seminar titled as &ldquo\;Unlocking the Futur e: Exploring The Enchanting Possibilities Of 6G&rdquo\;. This talk was del ivered by Dr. Kapal Dev\, on&nbsp\;July 18\, 2023\, at the Video Conferenc e Hall\, IICT Building\, MUET Jamshoro Pakistan. The seminar was co-funded by Distinguish Speaker Program\, IEEE ComSoc\, USA.</p>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n <p>The total number of participants in this seminar were 63 in which 50 we re IEEE members and 13 were non-IEEE members. The event started with the r ecitation of Holy Quran followed by the National Anthem of Pakistan. After wards\, Dr. Umair Ahmed Korai\, Vice Chair IEEE ComSoc Karachi Chapter\, w elcomed the Chief Guest\, Guest of Honors\, Speaker\, volunteers\, and par ticipants of the seminar. Prof. Dr. Aftab Ahmed Memon\, DEAN Faculty of El ectrical Electronics and Computer Engineering attended the talk as a Chief Guest and Prof. Dr. Faisal Karim Shaikh\, Professor and Ex Chairman\, Dep artment of Telecommunication Engineering attended this seminar as a Guest of Honor. The seminar focused on Exploring The Enchanting Possibilities Of 6G. Following members have attended the seminar as guest:</p>\n<p>&nbsp\; </p>\n<ol>\n<li>Abi Waqas\, Assistant Professor MUET and Branch Counselor\ , IEEE MUET Student Branch</li>\n<li>Badar Muneer\, Associate Professor MU ET and Advisor\, IEEE MTT MUET Student Chapter</li>\n</ol>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p> \n<p>The first session of the talk was delivered by Dr. Kapal Dev is curre ntly serving as Assistant Lecturer at Department of Computer Science\, Mun ster Technological University\, Ireland. He formerly was a senior research er at the same University. Previously\, severed as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow with the CONNECT Centre\, School of Computer Science and Statistic s\, Trinity College Dublin (TCD). Also\, worked as 5G Junior Consultant an d Engineer at Altran Italia S.p.A\, Milan\, Italy on 5G use cases.</p>\n<p >&nbsp\;</p>\n<p>His talk started from</p>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n<p><strong>Int roduction</strong></p>\n<p>The advent of the sixth generation of wireless technology\, 6G\, promises a future that surpasses our wildest imagination s. Dr. Kapal Dev\, a renowned expert in the field\, delivered a captivatin g presentation on the potential of 6G and the transformative possibilities it holds.</p>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n<p>The key topics covered in Dr. Dev's tal k:</p>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n<p><strong>Roadmap to 6G</strong></p>\n<p>&nbsp\;< /p>\n<p>Dr. Dev outlined the roadmap towards 6G\, highlighting the need fo r seamless connectivity\, ultra-high data rates\, and ultra-low latency. T he transition from 5G to 6G involves significant advancements in network i nfrastructure\, including the deployment of advanced antenna systems\, mil limeter-wave communication\, and intelligent edge computing.</p>\n<p>&nbsp \;</p>\n<p><strong>Expected Timeline of 6G Development\, Standardization\, and Launch</strong></p>\n<p>While the exact timeline for 6G development a nd standardization remains uncertain\, Dr. Dev discussed the anticipated t imeline based on ongoing research and industry trends. He highlighted that the standardization process for 6G is expected to begin in the early 2020 s\, with commercial deployments projected for the late 2020s or early 2030 s.</p>\n<p><strong>&nbsp\;</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Emerging 6G Applicatio ns</strong></p>\n<p>Dr. Dev discussed the exciting applications that 6G wi ll enable\, including:</p>\n<ol>\n<li>Smart Cities: 6G will revolutionize urban living\, enabling smart transportation systems\, intelligent energy grids\, and advanced healthcare services.</li>\n<li>Industry 4.0: 6G will empower industrial automation\, robotics\, and real-time monitoring\, enha ncing productivity and efficiency in manufacturing and logistics.</li>\n<l i>Extended Reality (XR): With ultra-low latency and ultra-high bandwidth\, 6G will enable seamless XR experiences\, transforming gaming\, entertainm ent\, and remote collaboration.</li>\n</ol>\n<p>Internet of Skills: 6G wil l enable the transmission of skills and expertise remotely\, opening up ne w possibilities in telemedicine\, remote surgery\, and remote training.</p >\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n<p><strong>6G Enabling Technologies</strong></p>\n<p>Dr . Dev discussed the enabling technologies that will underpin the developme nt of 6G\, such as:</p>\n<ol>\n<li>Terahertz (THz) Communication:</li>\n<l i>AI-driven Networks:</li>\n<li>Quantum Communication:</li>\n</ol>\n<p><st rong>&nbsp\;</strong></p>\n<p><strong>6G Projects and Research Activities< /strong></p>\n<p>Dr. Dev highlighted ongoing 6G research projects and init iatives worldwide. These collaborative efforts involve academia\, industry \, and standardization bodies to explore and develop novel technologies an d architectures for 6G networks.</p>\n<p>Dr. Kapal Dev's presentation on u nlocking the future with 6G showcased the immense potential and enchanting possibilities this technology holds. As we embark on the journey towards 6G\, it is crucial to foster collaboration\, research\, and innovation to realize the transformative power of this next-generation wireless technolo gy.</p>\n<p>Concluding the talk\, Dr. Dev informed the audience about the fully funded scholarship opportunities in Ireland. He highlighted Ireland' s commitment to nurturing talent and promoting cutting-edge research in va rious disciplines. The scholarships provide aspiring individuals with the means to pursue higher education and research\, empowering them to contrib ute to the advancement of technology and society.</p>\n<p>The second sessi on of this seminar was explaining the benefits of IEEE and IEEE ComSoc. Th is session was conducted by Dr. Umair Ahmed Korai explained the benefits o f IEEE ComSoc\, in particular. Following key points were discussed during the second session for explaining the benefits of IEEE and IEEE ComSoc:</p >\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n<ol>\n<li>Technical Resources</li>\n<li>Networking Oppo rtunities</li>\n<li>Career Advancement</li>\n<li>Professional Development< /li>\n</ol>\n<p>&nbsp\;</p>\n<p>In last\, the Worthy Guest of Honor\, Prof . Dr. Faisal Karim Shaikh\, gave the concluding remarks of the seminar. He acknowledged the efforts of guest speakers\, organizers\, and volunteers and encouraged the participants to explore in more depth about IEEE and im portance of 6G. In the end\, Dr. Umair Ahmed Korai\, gave the vote of than ks to the Chief Guest\, Guest of Honor\, Speakers\, Event Organizers\, Col laborators\, Volunteers\, and Participants followed by shields and certifi cates distribution\, and lunch.</p> END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR