EPICS in IEEE

Rushali Thakkar, EPICS in IEEE committee member, will speak at IEEE YESIST12 on 3 October at 12:20 PM WIT. IEEE YESIST12 is a global platform where students and young professionals present innovative tech solutions to humanitarian and social challenges. Her talk, "Overview of EPICS in IEEE and Service Learning," will explore how engineering can create meaningful community impact.

EPICS in IEEE Committee Member Kai Goodall will be at PowerAfrica 2026 presenting "Engineering for Impact: Introduction to Service Learning and EPICS in IEEE Funding Opportunities" on 23 September at 9:30 AM. He will also present his paper, "Design and Evaluation of a Sustainable Solar Energy Storage System Using Repurposed Lithium-Ion Cells," co-authored with Ben Bramwell and Aadil Eyasim, on 23 September from 14:45-15:00.

Be sure to stop by the EPICS in IEEE booth to learn more about the program and funding opportunities!

📅 Interested in bringing service-learning and real-world problem-solving into your classroom?

Join us on 22 September to learn how the EPICS in IEEE & IEEE TryEngineering Service Learning Grant Program helps students apply engineering to real challenges in their schools and communities. Discover funding opportunities, application tips, and how service-learning projects can help students develop problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership skills 🌍

Register today: https://bit.ly/45Jvr8Y

EPICS in IEEE is now accepting project proposals from 1 September through 1 October 2026. We invite professionals, faculty, and students to collaborate with their local communities to create engineering solutions that create meaningful impact. Selected projects will receive up to US$10,000, resources, and mentorship.

Learn more about the Call for Proposals here: https://epics.ieee.org/october-2026-epics-in-ieee-call-for-proposals/

Supported by the IEEE Instrumentation & Measurement Society (IMS) through EPICS in IEEE, a team of student innovators from the KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology (KPRIET) in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India developed NeuroGlow, an interactive rehabilitation device for individuals with developmental and neurological challenges.

By combining engaging activities with AI-driven performance analytics, the system helps make therapy more accessible, measurable, and effective. Read the full story here: https://epics.ieee.org/blogs/epics-in-ieee-an-innovative-system-helps-keep-matters-close-at-hand-in-india/

Thank you to everyone who took the time to connect with EPICS in IEEE during IEEE Sections Congress 2026 in Glasgow! The thoughtful conversations, shared experiences, and enthusiasm for student learning through community impact made this event especially memorable. We look forward to building on these connections and supporting more projects that make a difference around the world!

Headed to IEEE Sections Congress 2026? Don’t miss Pedro Wightman at the IEEE Foundation session, “Ways to Engage with Donor-Supported IEEE Programs - Funding Opportunities,” on Saturday, 22 August, from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM. Make sure to stop by Booth 9 to connect with the EPICS in IEEE team!

From expanding reliable electricity access and monitoring air pollution to fostering local innovation, IEEE drives meaningful change where it is needed most. The 2025 IEEE Social Impact Report highlights community-driven initiatives, including the impact of EPICS in IEEE projects around the world.

Discover the stories: https://www.ieee.org/advancing-technology/building-better-world/social-impact-report?utm_campaign=Social+Impact+Report&utm_medium=Partner&utm_source=EA

EPICS in IEEE is excited to attend IEEE Sections Congress 2026 from 21-23 August!

Stop by Booth 9 to learn how EPICS in IEEE empowers students and volunteers to apply their technical skills to address real-world community challenges through engineering and technology projects. Meet EPICS in IEEE Chair Pedro Wightman and discover opportunities to get involved and bring impactful initiatives to your local community.