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 LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., 03 March 2026 – The IEEE Computer Society (CS), the world’s leading computer science and engineering member community, announced today that SC25, the Conference for High-Performance Computing, Networking, Storage, and Analysis, was recognized by Trade Show Executive (TSE) as part of its Fastest 50 of 2025, a designation that honors the fastest-growing trade shows in the U.S. by attendance, number of exhibitors, and net square footage of exhibit space. Specifically, SC25 took honors in two categories: Fastest 50 By Total Attendance and Fastest 50 by Exhibiting Companies.“The fact that SC has been honored as one of the top 50 fastest growing tradeshows in the U.S. for two years in a row speaks volumes to the increasing importance of high-performance computing in today’s global landscape,” said Anne Marie Kelly, Interim Executive Director, IEEE Computer Society. “HPC now supports every discipline from drug discovery and biomedical research to software, cybersecurity, quantum computing, AI applications, and beyond, and SC’s program reflects those advances, embracing new research and commercial industry developments. We are thankful for the passion and dedication of the SC community and their work to enable the conference’s continued growth.”SC25 will be recognized, along with the other honorees that made the Top 50 Fastest and Next 50 Lists, at TSE’s annual Fastest 50 Awards & Summit, taking place 22-24 April in Baltimore, Md. For a complete listing of the Fastest 50 and Next 50 Lists, visit https://tsefastest50.com/honorees/.About Trade Show Executive’s Fastest 50 AwardsAnnually, Trade Show Executive honors the fastest-growing trade shows held in the U.S. via the Fastest 50 Awards. Each year, 50 winners are selected based on percentage of growth in each of the following categories: net square feet of exhibit space (of shows with at least 15,000 square feet of exhibit space), number of exhibiting companies, and number…

ASTRA 2025 was a two-week interdisciplinary summer school that embraced students, faculty, and experts, helping them explore neuroimaging, brain–computer interfaces (BCIs), and artificial intelligence. The event featured lectures and hands-on workshops that created a highly engaging learning environment.About ASTRA 2025Hands-On Skill DevelopmentOne of the outstanding successes of ASTRA 2025 was how it incorporated hands-on learning. Participants worked directly with emerging technology, including electroencephalography (EEG) and brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). EEG is often used for brain research and neuroscience, such as when conducting sleep studies and researching the causes of epilepsy and other neurological disorders. BCIs are built to facilitate mind-data transfers.The students were given access to real neuropsychological datasets. They built end-to-end signal-processing pipelines as they worked their way through challenges. Even those who hadn’t had any significant exposure to these concepts were able to think and work like professional researchers.Collaborating Across DisciplinesThe program also stood out for enabling collaboration among students and faculty from several disciplines, including neuroscience, engineering, psychology, management, and marketing. Technology development requires a broad team because the result can have a ripple effect across an entire organization or community. The interdisciplinary approach taken by program organizers reflected this truth, letting participants understand how many hands have to be involved in modern innovations.The interdisciplinary approach also underscored the value of multiple perspectives when it comes to turning concepts into working solutions. As students worked toward success, they learned soft skills, such as communication and empathy, that play a vital role in the modern workforce.Research Engagement and InnovationAnother key win of ASTRA 2025 was the way it sparked interest in research and innovation. Participants learned how to formulate research questions that addressed the needs and concerns of multiple disciplines. They validated experimental results to provide actionable conclusions.Students also learned another core tenet of any research endeavor: reproducibility. They…

LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., 25 February 2026 – The IEEE Computer Society (CS) announced today the formation of the IEEE CS Software Professional Level 1 Certification. Based on key foundational elements of software engineering, IEEE CS leaders designed the certification to validate a fundamental understanding of core software engineering principles, establishing a baseline in the job market.As the industry evolves, the need for reliable talent becomes critical. “Software engineers are in high demand, and hiring organizations want to ensure that they bring in the right candidates for the work they need done,” said Grace A. Lewis, 2026 President, IEEE CS. “With the impact AI is having on the computing landscape, we need to have a thoughtful standard by which to assess a candidate’s ability to apply solid software engineering principles and practices to develop software systems, including those that integrate AI components. The IEEE CS Software Professional Certification will solve for that by introducing a consistent way for organizations to recognize proficiency.”Through the certification, IEEE CS will establish a common knowledge base across the field, both addressing today’s interconnected computing architecture and also supporting the advancement of a rapidly evolving industry. Specifically, the program will delve into the education necessary for software engineers to master the specific knowledge areas addressed via foundational elements today—with plans for the program to adapt in lockstep with the evolution of the field.“As AI changes the computing landscape, software engineers themselves are seeking a solid guide for their career journeys,” said Lewis. “Now, the certification bolsters that support, providing necessary background knowledge to ensure mastery of key topics and offering consistency across industry, academia, and throughout the broader community, even as the field continues to evolve.”The IEEE CS Software Professional - Level 1 Certification assesses principles across 17 online modules, including software requirements; software design; software…