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We proudly represent a global network of engineers, practitioners and academics—27,000+ members strong, spanning the globe in 140 countries—contributing our talents to the continual innovation of technology in communication. We are engineering professionals with a singular purpose: to better humanity through advancements in communications and networking technology.
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IEEE ICBC 2019
IEEE International Conference on Blockchain and Cryptocurrency (ICBC 2019) will be held in beautiful and vibrant Seoul, Korea on May 14-17, 2019. ICBC 2019 will be the first premier technical conference on blockchain and cryptocurrency and the primary forum for technical exchange of the latest research and innovation results, regulations, policies, standards, and applications in this exciting and challenging area.
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IEEE ComSoc Training
IEEE ComSoc Training provides the resources and tools you need to advance your career. Our in-depth training courses cover a wide variety of current topics in communications technology and offers the most up-to-date technical content available anywhere.
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IEEE ICC 2019
The vibrant city of Shanghai, China is proud to host the 53rd IEEE International Conference on Communications (ICC). Themed “Empowering Intelligent Communications,” this flagship conference of the IEEE Communications Society will offer five full days of original paper presentations, tutorials, workshops, keynotes, demonstrations, industry panels and social events designed to further career opportunities and the in-depth understanding of the latest communications advancements worldwide.
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IEEE ComSoc Student Competition
The Communication Technology Changing the World competition recognizes students who develop notable projects that demonstrate the use of communication technology to improve human lives.
Global Communications Newsletter (GCN)
May 2019 issue now available. Featured articles on IEEE LATINCOM 2018, IEEE Communications Society Distinguished Lecturer Tour, ICon EEI 2018, and RNDM 2018.
Upcoming ComSoc Conferences & Events
Network with leading experts and like-minded ICT engineers in communications technology at our worldwide conferences and events.
IEEE ICC 2019
IEEE International Conference on Communications 2019
20 - 24 May 2019 • Pudong Xinqu, China
IEEE HPSR 2019
IEEE International Conference on High Performance Switching and Routing 2019
26 - 29 May 2019 • Xi'an Shi, China
IEEE BlackSeaCom 2019
IEEE International Black Sea Conference on Communications and Networking 2019
3 - 6 June 2019 • Sochi, Russia
Publications
Get access to timely, in-depth, highly-technical publications on a variety of communications topics shaping the industry as we know it. Through IEEE Communications Society publications, we deliver timely, in-depth, highly technical information on a wide variety of communications topics that directly impact business, further research and ultimately, improve the way humans communicate with each other.
Comsoc Training Courses
Become a sought after professional in your field. Advance your knowledge, skills and experience through participation in IEEE ComSoc’s training opportunities.
Software Defined Networking for Optical Networks: A Practical Introduction
Learn about the main drivers, uses, key benefits, current trends and underlying technologies around the concept of an SDN control plane.
22 May 2019 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm EDT
Fundamentals of 5G Small Cell Deployments
Explore 5G small cells architecture options, their effect on traffic engineering and how they will change the way the operator supports the network.
5 June 2019 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm EDT
High Throughput Satellites
Explore the configuration and application of HTS systems that provide broad interactive services from space-based repeaters. Study selection of orbit, frequency band and configuring payload.
12 June 2019 - 9:00 am to 4:30 pm EDT
5G New Radio, A New Standard and Industry Update
Learn about the technical enhancements in the December 2017 3GPP 5G-NR Standard and discover the opportunities enabled by this standard in an easy-to-understand reference for business strategy.
19 June 2019 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm EDT
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IEEE Communications Standards Magazine Seeks New Editor-in-Chief
The CommStandards Steering Committee invites nominations for the position of Editor-in-Chief for IEEE Communications Standards Magazine for a two–year term starting on 2 September 2019.
IEEE ComSoc Best Readings
Read this selection of articles, papers and books on the topic of backhaul and fronthaul: communications, networking, and signal processing.
IEEE ComSoc Tech Focus
Featured Technology: Low-Latency Communications
Enjoy free access to papers from IEEE Communications Society publications and conferences.
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Do you know an IEEE ComSoc member or ICT engineering professional making an impact in our industry? Are you making a significant contribution to our field? Nominate a peer for an IEEE ComSoc Award now.
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