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The podcast where we discuss all interesting topics regarding electromagnetic compatibility!

In this episode, we take a closer look at the IEEE EMC Society Young Professional Ambassadors Program. We are joined by two special guests: Madhavi Dhara, a Young Professional Ambassador, and Patrick DeRoy, Chair of the Young Professional Ambassadors Program.

Together, we discuss what the program is, how young professionals can become ambassadors, and what participants can expect from the experience. Along the way, we also touch on several technical topics related to EMC and the broader EMC community.

Learn more about the Young Professional Ambassadors Program here:
https://www.emcs.org/benefits-of-joining-emcs/ieee-emc-young-professionals/young-professional-ambassadors-program/

We hope you enjoy this episode, and we look forward to seeing many young professionals get involved in this exciting program!

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Welcome to CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast!
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The podcast where we discuss all interesting topics regarding electromagnetic compatibility!

In this episode, we take a look at the many exciting events happening across the EMC Society and the wider EMC, SIPI, RF, microwave, antennas, and propagation communities. We also hear special messages from some of the organisers, who share their invitations and insights about the events coming up.

Events mentioned in this episode:

• APEMC 2026: https://www.apemc2026.org/
• IEEE International Microwave Symposium 2026: https://ims-ieee.org/
• SPI 2026 – 30th IEEE Workshop on Signal and Power Integrity: https://spi-workshop.org/
• IEEE AP-S/URSI 2026: https://2026.apsursi.org/
• EMC+SIPI 2026 Symposium: https://2026.emcsipi.org/
• EMC Europe 2026: https://www.emceurope2026.org/
  
  

We hope you enjoy this episode, and we look forward to seeing many of you at these upcoming events!

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Welcome to CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast!
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The podcast where we discuss all interesting topics regarding electromagnetic compatibility!

In this episode, we present Vasso and Sebastian, the two new hosts of the CROSSTALK Podcast! Get to know them by listening to this episode and discover the great ideas they have in store for the future of the CROSSTALK Podcast. Don't miss this handover, where Susanne also reflects on her time as a host of the CROSSTALK Podcast and gives advice to the new hosts!

We hope you enjoy this episode, and we will be back with the future CROSSTALK Podcast hosts!

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Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast.
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The Podcast to discuss interesting topics on electromagnetic compatibility to our technical community.
For this special episode we invited Pavi Radhakrishnan, EMC Society Young Professional Representative and Prof. Chuck Bunting, EMC Society Student Hardware Design Competition Chair for the 2026 Student Hardware Design Competition.

They talk about the competition, the value of participation and close deadlines.

Visit the matching symposium website for further information:

https://2026.emcsipi.org/programs/student-hardware-competition/

Download Student Hardware Design Competition Flyer:

http://2026.emcsipi.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/12/emc2026_StudentHardware_Final.pdf

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Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast.
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In this episode, we’re introduced to Tom Braxton, the newly elected President of the EMC Society. Tom shares his professional journey, reflects on what the EMC Society means to him, and outlines his vision for the future—highlighting opportunities to engage and support the EMC community.

He also mentions some important deadlines to keep track of. Mark your calendars!

• January 16th, the deadline for traditional papers to be submitted for the 2026 Symposium: https://2026.emcsipi.org/programs/call-for-submissions/
• January 30th, that's the deadline for submission for papers to the Letters on EMC Practice and Applications: https://www.emcs.org/publications/l-emcpa-call-for-papers/
• February 13th, the EMC student hardware competition registration: https://2026.emcsipi.org/programs/student-hardware-competition/
• February 13th, the society award nomination deadline: https://www.emcs.org/about-us/awards/
• April 6th, the John Howard Memorial Education Grant application deadline: https://www.emcs.org/training/emc-education-grant/

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Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast.
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For this special episode we invited Benoit Derat, Technical Programm Chair of the 2026 IEEE INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY, SIGNAL & POWER INTEGRITY.

The call for submission is open and here are the deadlines:
Read them at the event web page or download the pdf-file

• JANUARY 16, 2026: Submission Deadline for Traditional and Special Session Papers
• FEBRUARY 6, 2026: Submission Deadline for Workshops & Tutorials and
  Experiments & Demonstrations Proposals
• FEBRUARY 27, 2026: Notification of Acceptance/Rejection for Traditional and
  Special Session Papers
• MARCH 13, 2026: Submission Deadline for Abstract-Reviewed Papers
• MARCH 13, 2026: Notification of Acceptance/Rejection for Workshops & Tutorials and Experiments & Demonstrations
• MARCH 27, 2026: Submission Deadline for Revised Traditional and Special Session Papers
• APRIL 24, 2026: Notification of Acceptance/Rejection for Traditional, Abstract-Reviewed, and Special Session Papers
• MAY 22, 2026: Submission Deadline for Final Papers and Workshop & Tutorial
  Presentations (Registration Required)

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Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast.
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In this special issue, we have had the opportunity to speak with EMC Society President John LaSalle, who reflects on his term and the remarkable growth of the EMC-S. This success would not have been possible without the dedication and tireless contributions of our active members and volunteers around the globe. Thank you for your unwavering support, passion, and commitment to the Society— together, we've achieved incredible milestones!

Wishing all of our valued members and their families, the listeners worldwide a joyful and restful holiday season! May this time be filled with peace, happiness, and cherished moments with loved ones.
Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to an exciting year ahead together!

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Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast.
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In this special issue we talk with EMC Society President John LaSalle, who is celebrating gratitute.

May you celebrate the thanksgiving day with love in your heart, prosperous vision in your mind, and gratitude in your being. Thanksgiving wishes to everyone!

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