WIT confers 533 degrees, diplomas, certificates May 17, 2008
Timothy B. Fox, electronic engineering technology. Donald L. Boss, Antonio L. Calamanco, Todd L. Kopplin, Adam W. Nielsen, electronic systems technology. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Consulting firm settles H1-B discrimination case May 3, 2008
D. graduates in electrical and electronic engineering from U.S. universities today are foreign nationals. These graduates often wait five to ten years to get a green card, they said. (EETimes)
HP building intelligent memory May 2, 2008
"It is as fundamental to electronic engineering as a chemical element is to chemistry or an electron is to physics," Williams said. In a 1971 academic paper, Leon Chua, a mathematician and professor at the University of California at Berkeley, wrote that memristor would have properties similar to a synapse in a brain. (InfoWorld)
Helping the blind May 2, 2008
The three young inventors are aged between 24- and 26-years-old and are studying electrical and electronic engineering at UKM. Armed with a prototype, this team of students are very idealistic. We dare to dream. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Technology)
UMKC Robotics Team picks up Apr 22, 2008
Welcome to UMKC's Robotics Team practice room at the Intercontinental Hotel Kansas City at The Plaza, ground zero for the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (IEEE) Region 5 annual robotics competition and home of many empty, discarded pizza boxes. Bayne, the team leader, sets up another trial run by placing objects (called "casks") on three separate squares drawn on a large, rigid white mat. (University News, MO)
Hypercom Pitches Mobile Package as a Cost Saver Apr 22, 2008
Other vendors, such as of Boston and 's Lipman Electronic Engineering also offer dedicated wireless terminals. Red Gillen, a senior banking analyst for , a Boston market research arm of , said that even though mobile payment terminals open card acceptance to new types of merchants, they are generally niche segments. (American Banker)
KENNETH PAUL DIX, 75, Apr 20, 2008
He received a BS degree in Electronic Engineering from the University of Southern California. He retired from Rockwell International in Anaheim, Calif. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Pipeline's Deals Meant to Foster Mobile Growth Apr 19, 2008
Vendors such as the French terminal maker , of Boston, and 's Lipman Electronic Engineering have offered dedicated wireless terminals for several years that accept card transactions in places like restaurants or car rental agencies. the president of Aircharge, said in an interview Thursday that Pipeline's technology is a step forward, because it works with the wireless devices consumers already have their phones so it is less expensive for people to start using the technology. (American Banker)
World's First Thermal Nanomotor Propelled By Changes In Temperature Apr 17, 2008
Research members included Riccardo Rurali from the UAB Department of Electronic Engineering, and Amelia Barreiro and Joel Moser from CIN2 (CSIC-ICN), with the collaboration of researchers from the University of Vienna, Austria and from EPFL in Lausanne, Switzerland. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Tektronix donates equipment to Lebanon High School Apr 17, 2008
The TDS 1002 also is used in many university electronic engineering programs. This is a total industrial and universal oscilloscope, Robinson said. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Researchers create the first thermal nanomotor in the world Apr 16, 2008
Research members included Riccardo Rurali from the UAB Department of Electronic Engineering, and Amelia Barreiro and Joel Moser from CIN2 (CSIC-ICN), with the collaboration of researchers from the University of Vienna, Austria and from EPFL in Lausanne, Switzerland. The Catalan Institute of Nanotechnology is a private foundation publicly funded by the Catalan Government and Universitat Autnoma de Barcelona. (EurekAlert!)
City's alert sirens improving Apr 12, 2008
Since then, the city has put a concerted effort into getting the existing sirens back in good shape, ordering new batteries for the units and hiring Mt. Pleasant-based Electronic Engineering Co. to assist in repairs. The work also received a boost from the discovery of usable spare parts already in the city's possession, Schleisman said. (Mt. Pleasant News, IA)
Semerci Appointed Head of London's Duet Group After Being Fired by Merrill Apr 7, 2008
A Turkish native, Semerci has a graduate degree in management from Istanbul's Marmara University and a bachelor's degree in electrical and electronic engineering from Bogazici University, also in Istanbul. He joined Merrill in 1992 as a financial consultant at the brokerage division in Geneva. (Bloomberg -- UK)
IPICO announces senior management appointments Apr 4, 2008
An electronic engineering graduate and resident of South Africa, he most recently was Executive Director of Worldwide Capital Private Equity, one of IPICO's original investors. Prior to his involvement with Worldwide and IPICO, Mr. Human built his own telecommunications business internationally and earned a listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in 1998. (Canada Newswire)
A look into the birthplace of Silicon Valley Mar 25, 2008
Hewlett liked that the property was near his and Packard's alma mater, Stanford University, and their mentor, Stanford electronic engineering professor Fred Terman. But Hewlett "rented this place specifically because the landlord said they could use the garage for a workshop," Mancini said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Bangor boffins boast broadband breakthrough Mar 8, 2008
Dr Jianming Tang Bangor University, School of Electronic Engineering. Scientists at have unveiled a broadband technology capable of speeds up to 100 times faster than today's top offerings. (VNUNet.com)
Ideaworks3D Announces Airplay(TM) 3.5 to Bring Console Developers to Mobile Feb 21, 2008
Founded in 1998 with a strong Oxford and Cambridge computer science and electronic engineering pedigree, the company has an unparalleled track record of creative innovation and technical leadership in the field of high performance mobile gaming. Ideaworks3D's Airplay(TM) platform is the result of over 7 years of research and development into high-performance native multimedia applications on mobile devices, and has powered ground-breaking and award-winning titles such as Konami's "Metal Gear... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
A disenchanted first-time voter Feb 8, 2008
Earl wrote on Feb 7, 2008 1:54 PM:" This young voter was correct in her thinking that she could surrender her absentee ballot and vote at her local polling place. The officials, and others, should be better informed. She was clearly treated with a discriminating approach. discrimination [diss krmm? nyshn] n 1. treating people differently through prejudice: unfair treatment of one person or group, usually because of prejudice about race, ethnic group, age group, religion, or gender 2.... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
ADM Announces Appointment of Director, Declares Cash Dividend Feb 6, 2008
He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical and electronic engineering and an honorary Doctor in Science degree in engineering from the University of Huddersfield. Cash Dividend Declared The Board of Directors of ADM also declared a cash dividend of 13 cents per share on the Company's stock payable March 11, 2008, to Shareholders of record February 19, 2008. (PR Newswire)
Nuclear industry'Preconceptions put too many people off a rewarding career' Feb 1, 2008
" Mrs McCarthy started on a graduate training programme after studying electrical and electronic engineering at Edinburgh's Heriot-Watt University. She now works as demolition project manager, overseeing the pulling down of buildings on nuclear sites. Dose badge Mrs McCarthy says she is reassured about her working environment. All nuclear workers wear a clip-on "personal dose badge" which is checked for radiation either monthly or quarterly, depending on the risk level. The National Skills... (BBC News -- UK)
Video Best: From the future of the Internet to USB-based wine delivery Jan 19, 2008
This project particular was designed by electronic engineering students at the ITESO University in Guadalajara, Mexico ... The first successful test run of his electronic engineering capstone project. (EETimes)
CL&P offers scholarships for NVCC program Jan 16, 2008
With help from the state's largest electric utility, Naugatuck Valley Community College is offering 30 scholarships over two years to anyone interested in pursuing a career in electronic engineering technology. NVCC and Connecticut Light Co. announced the scholarship program Tuesday. (Republican-American)
Technique enhances digital television viewing for visually-impaired Jan 16, 2008
The same modification could easily be made to new HDTVs, and digital cable set top boxes, says Matthew Fullerton, the papers first author, and a student of electronic engineering from the University of York in England who is currently working on his Masters degree in Pelis lab. To test their new technology, the team presented eight digital videos to 24 subjects with vision impairment and six with normal vision. (EurekAlert!)
AROUND TOWN: Lighting up Nutcracker stage Dec 28, 2007
Kenny graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of science in electronic engineering technology. Congratulations. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Yoichi (Hank) Nakagawa Named President of SEMI Japan Dec 4, 2007
Mr. Nakagawa earned his Bachelor degree in Electronic engineering from the Musashi Institute of Technology in Tokyo. Following a career spanning over 40 years, including almost 11 years with SEMI Japan as its president, Dennosuke Uchida will work closely with Mr. Nakagawa to transition full management responsibility by the beginning of the year. (PR Newswire)
Movers: Companies in the news Dec 4, 2007
9 million a year earlier because of costs associated with its takeover of the Israeli company Lipman Electronic Engineering in 2006. VeriFone fell as much as $24. (International Herald Tribune -- Business Asia)
Safety-conscious automakers push IC system-level approach Nov 27, 2007
Electronics is the key to solving the tensions between environmental constraints, high-safety cars and low-cost technologies, said R;mi Bastien, director of Renault Electronic Engineering Network. "We are in a context where two parallel trends complement themselves," said Bastien. (EETimes)
The head of Times Online on tech women, and Google Nov 9, 2007
Guardian Unlimited Blogs : http://blogs. co.uk/digitalcontent. (Guardian Unlimited)
Years pass, but sun never sets on semis Nov 7, 2007
Electronic Engineering Times was but a twinkle in its founders' eyes; the first issue would not arrive until 17 years after the Washington conference. Thirty-five years after our debut, this story is part of the 1,500th issue of. (EETimes)
Gujarat quake ghost haunts parents Oct 26, 2007
Recalling the night of January 25, she says "Pratik was studying with his friend Vijay and the two asked me to make some pakoras and I made for them. In the morning he left never to return back. Had he been alive he would have completed his masters in electronic engineering which he wanted to pursue and become the earning member.". "I am left at the mercy of the God. At a time when I need my child the most, he is not there.". (India Times, India)
October 25 record Oct 26, 2007
Oct. 24: Electronic Engineering reported that kids from "Blinks," the coffee house, had been crossing the rooftops to party. Oct. 24: Darwin Hunter reported finding some items east of the city of Ames water plant. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Kimberly-Clark plant to use methane gas from S.C. landfill Oct 23, 2007
A unit of the German electronic engineering giant Siemens AG, it makes building automation and control systems. . (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Chinese Communist Party sees "new faces" in top leadership Oct 22, 2007
Xu Caihou, 64, vice chairman of the CPC Central Military Commission, graduated from the electronic engineering department of the Harbin Institute of Military Engineering. Commerce Minister Bo Xilai, 57, graduated from Beijing University and the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. (Xinhuanet, China)
* Wed in Diego's holy place Oct 21, 2007
The woman, who is an electronic engineering student, said she and Gonzalez, 25, who works for a communications company back in Xalapa, got in touch with the Maradonian Church and set their wedding date for Oct. 29. "We are very excited waiting for the big night," Pozos said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Top 100 Cable Systems - Systems Directory Oct 10, 2007
93 for 64 channelsPenetration: NATop executive: Kirk Dale, VP/GM; B.S., b. Pontiac, MI; degree in electronic engineering, DeVry Institute of Technology, 1987; M.B.A., University of Michigan, 1993; immediate past position: field operations VP, AT&T Atlanta; voice: 770-559-2846; e-mail. 97 Time Warner Lincoln5400 S. 16th St.Lincoln, NE 68512402-421-0330Ownership: Time Warner Basic subs: 111,000 (17 communities, including Columbus, Fremont, York, Nebraska City and Auburn, NE)Expanded basic: $42. (Multichannel News)
Appointments Oct 5, 2007
She holds an MBA from Aston University in Birmingham and a degree in electronic engineering from the University of Central England. Prudential Fund Management Bhd has named ZULKIFLI ISHAK syariah investments director. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Autodesk Announces Appointment of Charles J. Robel and Steven M. West to Board of Directors Oct 2, 2007
He is a graduate of Siena Heights College with a B.S. in Electronic Engineering and a graduate of the University of Michigan Global Leadership Program. About Autodesk Autodesk, Inc. is the world leader in 2D and 3D design software for the manufacturing, building and construction, and media and entertainment markets. (PR Newswire)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Sep 19, 2007
EDUCATION High-tech course offered National Taipei University of Technology is offering courses in electronic engineering and computer science to Gambian students to help improve the West African ally's high-tech sector, a university spokesman said yesterday. The four-year program will be attended by 25 senior-high graduates selected by the Gambian government. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Rangkaian Segar gets new COO Sep 19, 2007
She holds an MBA from Aston University Birmingham, and a degree in Electronic Engineering from the University of Central England. More News. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Chartered, university open lab Sep 1, 2007
An extension of an existing research partnership between NTU and Chartered, Chartered@NTU is situated in NTU's School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering in Singapore. The lab will enable technology exchange and collaboration for joint research and development projects. (EETimes)
Microsoft releases details on Vista SP1 Aug 31, 2007
I believe that most new programmers are PLAINLY, and I m going to get quite flamed for this, IDIOTS (I have an Electronic Engineering and a Computer Programming degree) ... Jester Aug 30, 2007 22:06 Nixio said: "Gee - Vista lovers" Nixio said: "I have an Electronic Engineering and a Computer Programming degree" Nixio said: "PS: Your mom is calling". (TG Daily)
Are UK bosses worth the money? Aug 31, 2007
UK bosses: are they worth the money. Guardian Unlimited Business. (Guardian Unlimited)
ReBuilder Medical Technologies, Inc. Secures Exclusive License to Manufacture Electronic Molluscum Contagiosum Treatment System. Aug 28, 2007
"Now that we have observed the efficacy of the system," says Adeyemi Bandele, VP of ReBuilder Medical Technologies, Inc. "We feel that we can make significant improvements to this technology because of our our electronic engineering resources to simplify their design of their electronic accelerator unit and reduce the manufacturing cost. We also feel that we now have the distribution capability to take this consumer based product directly to the physicians in order to reach more users. So we are... (PR Newswire)
Mayor's race gets crowded Aug 20, 2007
He attended New England Tech in the 1980s where he studied electronic engineering. He is a member of the board of directors at Family Resources Community Action, representing the city's low-income sector. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
SpectraScience Appoints Michel Vaudry as Director of International Sales Aug 17, 2007
Michel has a Bachelor of Science in Electronic Engineering and a Degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Caen, Normandy, France. He is fluent in French, English and conversational in Spanish and has some knowledge of spoken Arabic. (PR Newswire)
NXP Semiconductors Appoints Christos Lagomichos Executive VP - General Manager of Home Business Aug 16, 2007
Originally from Greece, Christos has lived and worked in the US and across Europe, having graduated from the Technical University of Munich in 1981 with a degree in electronic engineering. Christos will join the Executive Management Team of NXP and report directly to Frans van Houten. (BusinessWire)
Inventory ills continue Aug 9, 2007
A separate analysis by Electronic Engineering Times of inventory figures reported by the top semiconductor companies also indicated that suppliers made limited headway in their efforts to bring down inventory levels. Six of the nine companies reviewed cut their inventory levels, while three, including the No. 1 worldwide supplier, Intel Corp., saw inventories rise The group as a whole (Intel, Samsung, TI, Toshiba, ST, Hynix, NXP, Micron and AMD) cut their combined second-quarter inventory level... (EETimes)
India-born Stanford academic wins top ISA award Aug 2, 2007
After obtaining a graduate degree in electronic engineering from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) at Pilani in Rajasthan in 1968, Saraswat went on to do his M.Sc. and Ph. (Hindustan Times)
Varsity gets help from EON on hybrid car research Jul 27, 2007
2 to the Electrical and Electronic Engineering Faculty of Universiti Malaysia Pahang (UMP) to be used for research on motorised battery-operated vehicles (MBOVs). The research will focus on developing technology for an electric-powered car. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Search for life in Martian ice relies on UK technology Jul 26, 2007
Dr Tom Pike and his team at Imperials Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering have provided substratessurfaces used to hold samples for imagingfor the Mars Phoenix mission. These substrates will hold dust and soil for examination in a microscope station attached to the Phoenix lander. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
University inks agreement with EDF Jul 25, 2007
New projects will take place across three schools within the University's Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS); The School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering (MACE), The School of Materials and The School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE). Potential studies in EEE include investigations into large wind power penetration, wind farms and lightning, and environmentally-friendly insulating oils for use in transformers. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
James Larsson: An inventor uses lethal prawns to tell the time Jul 9, 2007
Larsson, whose day job is to design electronic engineering for the water sculptor William Pye, describes himself as a hardware hacker, which means that he doesn't meddle with software to defraud banks or steal identities but uses pre-chip technology for new and unexpected purposes because, he says, outdated material is easier to modify and misuse. "Hardware hackers don't do anything that is morally dubious but we do things that are possibly unsafe," he adds. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
BPM takes root, but still an adjustment for many Jul 4, 2007
Trained in electronic engineering, Kalia is a champion of process engineering, a management approach that considers business processes from "end to end," rather than by the efficiency or performance of individual business processes, e.g., a crackerjack human resources benefits system or an efficient call center ... Trained in electronic engineering, Kalia is a champion of process engineering, a management approach that considers business processes from "end to end," rather than by the efficiency... (SearchCIO.com)
PowerLinx set to ramp up manufacturing Jun 26, 2007
Five employees work at the company's California facility, which handles most of its electronic engineering. In addition to its underwater video cameras for the marine industry, the company develops and manufactures products that transmit video, audio, voice and data over existing power lines. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Tech school opening in Wichita Jun 23, 2007
It will offer a bachelor's degree in information technology security and two associate's degrees, in information technology/computer network systems and computer and electronic engineering technology. ITT is approved by the Kansas Board of Regents and accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
7th Annual Electronic Components Distributor Survey Reveals Shift in China Sourcing Preference to Domestic Suppliers Jun 21, 2007
" Surveyed mainland China electronics manufacturers also said product quality and company reputation are the top criteria for selecting distributors. Other priorities included price, fast delivery and supply capacity. The full report is free to download at: . Electronics Supply acturing-China and its website, are an important part of Global Sources' product information services, which include Global Sources trade magazines, Global Sources Online ( ), China Sourcing Reports ( ), Global Sources... (PR Newswire)
Britton Native To Work As Intern Jun 21, 2007
"The experience Curtis will get through this internship provides him a unique opportunity to participate in the process of turning a research innovation into a commercial product." Johnson is a student at South Dakota State University pursuing his degree in Electronic Engineering. After graduation he plans to work for a government agency or an engineering firm that deals with technology. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Former rocket scientist helps GMU tech students Jun 20, 2007
Around the same time, Grossman was flipping through an electronic engineering trade journal and spied an ad that basically claimed, "You too can practice patent law." No law degree was required (although he now holds one from American University). Applicants had to have engineering degrees and be able to pass a patent bar exam. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Global Sources Announces Decision Not to Exercise Option for HC International, Inc. Shares Jun 18, 2007
Global Sources' Chairman and CEO Merle A. Hinrichs said, "Last June, Global Sources and HC International entered into a strategic partnership. Since then, Global Sources and HC International evaluated opportunities to work more closely together. After careful consideration, our board of directors has decided not to increase Global Sources' equity stake in HC International at the pre-determined option exercise price, nor exercise our option to purchase Huicong Construction's equity stake in... (PR Newswire)
Next tech: Quest for better batteries Jun 18, 2007
In February 2006, Electronic Engineering Times (EE Times) reports that researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a lithium-nickel-manganese-oxide battery and made it capable of charging and discharging at a rate 10 times faster than the unmodified technology. More recently in October 2006, researchers and engineers from 3M introduced new materials and a manufacturing process that will add 30 percent more capacity to Li-ion batteries and address safety concerns... (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Fallbrook resident had successful engineering career Jun 16, 2007
It led to a successful career in electronic engineering. Growing up in a small farm town in Idaho, McConville liked to take the family car apart and put it back together in a few days, said Cliff McConville, his son. (North County Times)
* Muzha cable cars checked by experts Jun 15, 2007
The shutdown scenario was based on a lightning strike sparking a fire in the electronic engineering office. Ten transportation experts, accompanied by Taipei City Government staffers, carried out the inspection and said they were satisfied with the system, although they highlighted 34 problems. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Read more. . Jun 9, 2007
He has a degree from North Dakota State University in electrical and electronic engineering. He spent nine years in the U.S. Air Force as a communications engineer, and an F-16 fighter pilot. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Galt High's top graduates for 2007 Jun 2, 2007
College or job plans: I am going to be attending Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo this fall, majoring in the field of Electronic Engineering. Goals for the next 10 years: For the next 10 years, I would like to have earned my BS degree in Electronic Engineering and get a job with either the Department of Defense or a computer company. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Katrina evacuees thriving in Waterloo May 28, 2007
"Brown's grades had been on the decline through his high school years in Gulfport. But coming to East High allowed him to wipe the slate clean, as far as his behavior and attitude."My grades improved drastically since I've been up here," he said. At a recent a senior honors reception, he received a presidential silver award in academics and another medal for satisfactory work in social studies.Brown plans to continue his education in the fall, first at Hawkeye Community College and then at Briar... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
