14 August 2024

The Student Activities Committee (SAC) of Region 8 (R8) The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) has recognized the Linköping University Student Branch with the prestigious 2023 Regional Exemplary Student Branch Award. This accolade honors the exemplary efforts and dedication of the branch’s volunteers throughout the year.

Winners of the regional exemplary student branch award, Gurjot Singh Gaba accepted the award on LiU's behalf
Gurjot Singh Gaba (middle) accepted the award on behalf of the LiU branch. Photographer: PIERRE JAYET

Gurjot Singh Gaba, an executive committee member and young professional, from Sweden Section accepted the award on behalf of the branch at Region 8 Student and Young Professional Congress (R8 SYP) held in Grenoble, France, on July 18, 2024. Congratulations to Suleman Khan, Chair of the Student Branch, Oksana Moryakova, Chair of the Young Professionals Affinity Group, and their teams for their outstanding achievements.

The IEEE Student Branch at Linköping University has actively engaged students and professionals through a series of technical visits and events aimed at advancing knowledge and skills in cutting-edge technologies. Notable activities include visits to the National Supercomputing Centre, and events focusing on cybersecurity, smart grids, and the development of 5G/6G technologies. Additionally, the branch has organized workshops on AI and Machine Learning using MATLAB, along with sessions dedicated to Women and Leadership, demonstrating a commitment to diversity and empowerment in the tech field.

The Regional Exemplary Student Branch Award, bestowed by the IEEE Region 8 Student Activities Committee (SAC), honors branches that not only meet but exceed the annual goals set by the committee. This award recognizes the Linköping University Student Branch for its outstanding contribution and leadership in fostering a vibrant technical community in 2023.

The recognition has greatly motivated the volunteers at the Linköping University Student Branch. Energized by this accolade, the branch is determined to further excel in organizing educational and innovative events that benefit both the technical community and its students. This award serves as a testament to the hard work and dedication of the branch's volunteers and sets a higher benchmark for future activities.

The LiU student branch operates under advisory of Professor Andrei Gurtov (ADIT division at IDA), who is presently the Chair of IEEE Sweden Section.

More info: https://r8.ieee.org/sweden/ieee-linkoping-student-branch/

Contact

Latest news from LiU

A woman standing by a tree.

SEK 26 million for research on the environment and sustainability

Five projects at LiU receive funding when the Kamprad Family Foundation rewards research that can contribute to a better environment and better quality of life for the elderly. The projects at Linköping University are very much about sustainability.

Patrik Thollander, professor in energy systems at Linköping University.

How to reduce global CO2 emissions from industry

Global emissions of carbon dioxide from industry can be reduced by five per cent. But that requires companies and policy makers to take a holistic approach to energy efficiency. This is the conclusion of researchers, including from LiU.

Pipette against black background..

A pipette that can activate individual neurons

Researchers at LiU have developed a type of pipette that can deliver ions to individual neurons without affecting the sensitive extracellular milieu. The technique can provide important insights into how individual braincells are affected.