2014 IEEE Global Humanitarian Technology Conference (GHTC)
Conference Dates: 10-13 October 2014 Location: Holiday Inn San Jose-Airport; Silicon Valley (San Jose, Calif.)Web: http://www.ieeeghtc.org/ Register at: http://www.ieeeghtc.org/registration/
IEEE GHTC focuses on advancing technology for the benefit of humanity. This 4th annual cross-discipline conference provides the perfect venue for those interested in humanitarian projects to join their peers in Silicon Valley, a community famed for leading-edge technological innovations, world-class researchers, and technology investors. The conference attracts a global audience of educators, engineers, scientist, practitioners, philanthropists, corporations, foundations, NGO’s and others interested in applying technology to develop effective solutions for the challenges facing the world’s underserved populations.
The overall schedule can be found at http://www.ieeeghtc.org/files/2012/01/Program-Table.pdf. This year’s conference program can be found at http://www.ieeeghtc.org/event/.
It features 127 papers, 28 “lightning” talks and 14 posters, in 45 sessions in five parallel tracks, plus student paper contest, invited sessions, workshops and panels. GHCT is sponsored by IEEE Region 6, the IEEE Santa Clara Valley Section and IEEE Seattle Section, with support from the IEEE Humanitarian Ad Hoc Committee and NASA.
Information on the venue is found at http://www.ieeeghtc.org/practical-info/
News and Updates: http://www.ieeeghtc.org/home/blog/
GHTC Conference Mission:
- Promote science, engineering and technology as key to development of solutions to humanitarian problems
- Foster exchange of information and networking in the humanitarian field
- Focus attention of businesses on emerging market and social entrepreneurship opportunities
- Impact in positive and meaningful ways the lives of disadvantaged billions around the world
Why Attend?
- Participate in an extensive, vibrant and innovative technical program
- Learn from world-class knowledgeable practitioners working in the field
- Exchange information, share experiences and network with actively involved attendees
- Gain visibility and recognition for your humanitarian work and projects
- Find new resources, ideas and potential partners or investors
Important Dates:
- Early Registration Deadline: 5-September
- Regular Registration Deadline: 8-October
- At the Door Registration starts: 9-October
Register at: http://www.ieeeghtc.org/registration/
