Ambassador Report - Jan - March 2026
Vision 2026: IEEE Student Innovation & Project Showcase – January 8, Zhejiang Ocean University, China
The Vision 2026: IEEE Student Innovation & Project Showcase was successfully conducted on 8th January 2026 at the Zhejiang Ocean University Campus, hosted by the IEEE Council of RFID. The event served as a vibrant platform for students to present innovative ideas, research outcomes, and practical projects aligned with future-focused technologies.
The program commenced with an opening address by Prof. Jinbao Wang, Dean, School of Marine Engineering Equipment, Zhejiang Ocean University, who emphasized the importance of student-driven innovation and interdisciplinary research. This was followed by the inaugural address delivered by Prof. T. D. Subash, Ambassador, IEEE Council of RFID, who highlighted IEEE’s role in nurturing creativity, Entrepreneurship, and global technical collaboration among students.
The felicitation address was delivered by Prof. Cao Lu, who also played a key role in coordinating the event and ensuring its smooth execution.
The showcase witnessed more than 20 technical paper presentations by enthusiastic student participants, covering diverse and emerging research themes. In recognition of their efforts, all presenters will be awarded participation certificates. To encourage excellence, the top three presentations were honored with attractive prizes and merit certificates.
The event saw the active participation of around 80 students, making it an engaging and intellectually stimulating experience. Overall, Vision 2026 successfully fostered innovation, confidence, and research culture among students, reinforcing IEEE’s commitment to empowering the next generation of Engineers and technologists.
Distinguished talk on Next-Gen IoT with CRFID: Challenges and Opportunities
February 13, Sagarmatha College of Science & Technology, Nepal
A distinguished talk on “Next-Gen IoT with CRFID: Challenges and Opportunities” was successfully conducted on 13th February 2026 at Sagarmatha College of Science & Technology, Nepal, under the aegis of IEEE CRFID.
The session was delivered by Prof Subash T D, who shared deep insights into the emerging paradigm of Computational RFID (CRFID) and its transformative role in enabling battery-free, sustainable Internet of Things (IoT) systems. The talk highlighted key challenges, including energy constraints, communication reliability, and system scalability, while also exploring innovative opportunities in smart environments, healthcare, and industrial automation.
The session witnessed active participation from students, faculty members, and researchers, fostering engaging discussions on future research directions and real-world applications of CRFID technologies. The interactive Q&A segment further enriched the learning experience. The event served as a valuable platform to bridge academia and cutting-edge research, inspiring participants to explore advancements in next-generation IoT systems.
Two-Day International Workshop on Energy Harvesting Meets Intelligence: Advancements in CRFID Technology
March 5 – 6, 2025, India
A Two-Day International Workshop on “Energy Harvesting Meets Intelligence: Advancements in CRFID Technology” was successfully conducted on 5th & 6th March 2026 at R.M.K. Engineering College, Chennai, Tamilnadu, India under the aegis of IEEE CRFID.
The sessions were delivered by Prof Subash T D, Ambassador, IEEE CRFID who shared valuable insights on integrating energy harvesting techniques with Computational RFID (CRFID) to enable battery-free intelligent IoT systems. Key topics included ultra-low power design, backscatter communication, and sustainable sensing technologies.
On the second day, participants were provided with Smart Solar Kits, followed by hands-on training sessions that enabled a practical understanding of energy harvesting concepts. A Smart Solar Design Competition was also conducted, where participants showcased innovative solutions. The event concluded with the distribution of prizes and certificates to the winners and all participants
The workshop witnessed active participation from students, faculty, and researchers, fostering interactive learning and inspiring innovation in energy-efficient and intelligent systems.
Ambassadors
Subash T. D.
Zhejiang Ocean University, China
Dr. Subash is a seasoned academician, technocrat, and passionate researcher with extensive experience in mentoring and fostering innovation. Currently, he serves as a full-time professor at Zhejiang Ocean University, China, and is an active Senior Member of IEEE.
Dr. Subash was elected to the Board of Governors for the IEEE Photonics Society (2024–2026), a testament to his remarkable contributions to the field. Since 2021, he has been the Global Strategy Representative for India in the IEEE Photonics Society, furthering his commitment to advancing photonics research globally.
Previously, he served as the founding chairman of the IEEE Photonics Society Madras Chapter (2015–2020), earning multiple prestigious awards, including the Chapter of the Year (2017) and the Most Innovative Chapter (2020). In 2022, he was recognized as a TALENT participant under China’s National Youth Project, leading to his current tenure at Zhejiang Ocean University under the Chinese Talent Program.
Dr. Subash earned his B.E. in Electronics and Communication Engineering (2008) and M.E. in Embedded System Technologies (2011) from Anna University, India, and completed his Ph.D. in Nanoelectronics in 2016. He has authored two books: “Organic and Inorganic Light Emitting Diodes: Reliability Issues and Performance Enhancement” (2023) and “Handbook on Perovskite Solar Cells” (2025).
With 112 journal publications, 31 conference papers, and over 80 keynote speeches delivered worldwide, his expertise spans mmWave RADAR, Nanoelectronics, Nanoscale Device Modeling, and Wireless Sensor Networks. Dr. Subash actively engages in professional bodies, chairs international conference sessions, and serves on editorial and reviewer boards for various journals.
An IEEE volunteer for over 15 years, he has been instrumental in inspiring students and fostering industry-academia collaboration. His passion lies in driving innovation, promoting entrepreneurship, and empowering students to create impactful, technology-driven solutions.
Prof. Mohamed Karim Azizi
Higher Institute of Multimedias Arts of Manouba, University of Manouba, Tunisia
Prof. Mohamed Karim Azizi was born in Tunis, Tunisia, in 1979. He received the master’s degree in Telecommunications from Supcom, Tunisia in 2008, and Ph.D. degree in Electronics from Faculty of Sciences of Tunis, Tunisia in 2013.
He is currently an Associate Professor in electronics at Higher Institute of Multimedias Arts of Manouba, University of Manouba, Tunisia. Where he has been teaching since 2009.
Presently, he is the Director of Internships and he’s in Charge of Video Game Development Program at Higher Institute of Multimedias Arts of Manouba.