(11 Board of Governors Nominees — Vote for 6 during Open Voting Period)

• MIN CHEN
• DARREN GALPIN
• SAP GHOSH
• RAJESH INGLE
• LIZY K. JOHN
• RICK KAZMAN
• CAROLYN McGREGOR
• SAN MURUGESAN
• SEAN PEISERT
• JANAKARAJAN RAMKUMAR
• WALTER SCHEIRER

MIN CHEN

Position statement.  If elected to the IEEE Computer Society Board of Governors, I will champion the strategic priorities of fostering innovation, broadening participation, promoting global engagement, and ensuring organizational sustainability and excellence. As Chair of the IEEE Technical Community on Multimedia Computing, I have led global initiatives to strengthen research and collaboration. I will leverage this experience to support emerging technologies and interdisciplinary research across the Society.

I will focus on expanding educational resources and strengthening industry-academic partnerships to bridge cutting-edge research and real-world applications. Having served as Program Co-Chair for eight IEEE-sponsored conferences, I have seen firsthand how impactful these forums are for sharing ideas and building community. I aim to expand such initiatives and broaden their accessibility across diverse regions and communities worldwide.

Additionally, I will bring my leadership experience in budgeting, awards and steering committees to ensure efficient resource use and develop programs that recognize and nurture the next generation of computing leaders.

Through these efforts, I will contribute to the IEEE Computer Society’s mission and help ensure it continues to lead in advancing technology for the benefit of all. I am committed to serving with transparency, collaboration, and purpose.

Biography.   Dr. Min Chen is a Professor in Computing and Software Systems at the University of Washington Bothell (UWB). Prior to joining UWB, she was an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at the University of Montana. She earned her BS in Electrical Engineering from Zhejiang University, China, and her MS and PhD in Computer Science from Florida International University, USA. Her research focuses on multimedia big data analytics, multimedia data mining, and machine learning, with interdisciplinary applications. She has published over 90 papers in leading journals and peer-reviewed conferences and has received multiple honors, including the 2022 UWB Distinguished Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity Award (the highest award available for UWB faculty), the Best Paper Award at the 15th IEEE International Conference on Information Reuse and Integration, the Best Demo Award at the 2021 IEEE International Conference on Multimedia Information Processing and Retrieval, and the 2015 IGI Global Annual Excellence in Research Journal Award.

Dr. Chen currently serves as the Chair of the IEEE Computer Society Technical Community on Multimedia Computing (TCMC), a Member-at-Large on the IEEE Computer Society Technical Activities Committee (TAC), and an Associate Editor for IEEE Transactions on Multimedia (TMM) and the International Journal of Multimedia Data Engineering and Management (IJMDEM). She has served as Technical Program Co-Chair for 12 international conferences (3 ongoing, 9 completed), including 8 IEEE-sponsored events; as a Steering Committee member for 2 IEEE conferences; and as a key organizer for 12 additional conferences, 9 of which were IEEE-sponsored. She has received five service awards from IEEE conferences, including the 2024 IEEE MIPR Service Award and the 2023 IEEE IRI Outstanding Service Award.

DARREN GALPIN

Position statement.  The Computer Society bridges between academia and industry, and although both actively contribute to our activities, often they never actually meet. I have been active in several standards within the semiconductor space, and the working groups are often exclusively industry based. Quite often there is industry representation at conferences hosted by academia, but this is often at the research end of industry, and this is not reflective of the wider industry membership.

We need to improve the links between industry and academia, and build upon successful initiatives such as the RAS conferences. I want to improve inclusion and diversity within the Society, recognizing that although we have been improving the geographical inclusion, and actively looking at women in engineering, there is more to be done. For instance, carers and single parents find it hard to engage in activities which require physical attendance, and this disproportionately affects certain sections of our community – there is no point trying to improve inclusivity if we then expect everyone to be the same and need the same things once they have joined. I want to work towards a Society in which everyone can participate and grow, wherever they are from, and whatever their personal constraints.

Biography.    Darren holds a Masters degree in Physics from the University of Bath, UK. He has been the Computer Society Treasurer in 2024 and 2025, and in that role part of the Board of Governors and Executive Committee. He has been Chair of the Functional Safety Standards Committee since June 2024, having previously been the secretary since its formation in 2021. He is the current Chair of P1647, secretary for P3332, and is active in the P2851, P2851.1 and P3472 standards. He is an Associate Editor of the IEEE Open Journal of Vehicular Technology, and is the 2025 Secretary/Treasurer for the IEEE CS UK and Ireland Section.

Darren has worked in the semiconductor industry for over 25 years, having worked at STMicroelectronics, Infineon, Renesas, SiFive, UniSemiPower and Semtech, in roles such as product engineering, verification, functional safety and microarchitecture. He has published several papers at conferences on verification, has co-authored articles on functional safety standards, and participated in panel discussions on those standards at conferences such as IQPC ISO2626 functional safety. Darren also led the creation of the white paper published by the FSSC on the Functional Safety Terminology Landscape, and is a member of several technical program committees. He is also active in the IEEE Puzzlers group on the IEEE Collabratec platform, helping to create new puzzles to engage the membership.

SAP GHOSH

Position statement.   Whether the Computer Society remains the premier global organization for computing professionals depends on how effectively we advance artificial intelligence, foster diversity and inclusion, and bridge the gap between our senior members and young professionals across both industry and academia.

As a Senior Hardware Architect at NVIDIA advancing AI hardware development, the IEEE Computer Society Global Young Professionals Chair who grew membership by record numbers in 2024, and a proud UC Berkeley alumnus with roots in India, I bring the unique perspective needed to drive IEEE CS forward in the AI era. Having a seat on the Board will allow me to build on this momentum in the following ways —

Advancing technical domains through strong Industry Engagement with Academia: Establishing partnerships between industry and academia to shape and support emerging technologies like High Performance, Quantum and Sustainable computing.

Connecting the gap between our Senior members and Young Professionals: Creating collaborative programs and opportunities for enabling Young Professionals to work and support senior members in their technical areas and programs.

Making a Grassroots Difference: Empowering our worldwide community to drive positive change in their local areas.

Biography.     As a Senior Hardware Architect at NVIDIA, Saptarshi leads the development of cutting-edge AI hardware platforms that power the future. His work spans the critical intersection of hardware and software co-design, positioning him at the forefront of AI innovation.

Previously, at Intel Corporation, Saptarshi distinguished himself by advancing high-performance computing and contributing to the development of next-generation Intel Xeon processors. He was also recognized with Intel’s Divisional Recognition Award. His expertise in system-on-chip design and advanced hardware architecture positions him as an emerging leader in this fundamental industry.

As the Global President of Young Professionals for the IEEE Computer Society, Saptarshi leads worldwide efforts with a renewed program and activity footprint in over 57 countries. He has focused on Regions 1-7 (North America) as well as internationally to engage 50,000+ next-generation computing professionals around the world. Under his leadership, the Young Professionals committee achieved record growth in the US and globally, earning the prestigious YP Hall of Fame award and establishing the IEEE Computer Society as the most vibrant Young Professional organization across all IEEE societies.

His commitment to computing excellence has been recognized with prestigious honors, including the IEEE Computer Society’s “20 Top Computing Professionals under 30” Award and several other international awards. His educational foundation combines a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences from UC Berkeley with a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering from Jadavpur University.

Saptarshi serves as a dynamic speaker and thought leader, presenting at over 30 conferences across the United States, Europe, Japan, and India. His speaking engagements include major IEEE events around the world, where he has delivered keynotes on computing.

His dedication to technology and mentorship extends beyond IEEE activities, as he actively supports undergraduate research, and entrepreneurship development programs.

RAJESH INGLE

Position statement.  With over 36 years of academic, professional, and volunteer experience in computer science and engineering, I bring a deep commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and the transformative power of technology. As computing is one of the fastest-evolving fields today, presenting our Society with tremendous opportunities to drive innovation, shape emerging technologies, and open new avenues for professional growth.

If elected, I will dedicate my efforts to enhancing the IEEE Computer Society by:

(1) Strengthening member engagement and value, especially for students and young professionals. (2) Expanding global outreach with a focus on underrepresented regions and communities. (3) Promoting interdisciplinary research and policy advocacy in AI, cybersecurity, quantum computing, and sustainability. (4) Enhancing digital platforms and continuing education programs to keep members at the forefront of technological change.

I believe the IEEE Computer Society must continue to be a global voice in shaping computing standards, fostering open collaboration, and driving sustainable development through technology.

Biography.  Rajesh Ingle holds a B.E. in Computer Engineering and an M.E. in Computer Engineering from Pune University, along with a Doctorate from the Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay. He currently serves as CEO of Vigix Tech Pte. Ltd., and is a distinguished researcher and former Vice-Chancellor.

With over 36 years of experience in research, industry, and academia, Dr. Ingle has held key positions, including Dean Academics, HoD (CSE), and Professor at IIIT Naya Raipur. He previously served as Professor at Savitribai Phule Pune University and Adjunct Professor at Government College of Engineering, Pune. He has also served as SENATE Member at Pune University.

Dr. Ingle is widely recognized for his contributions to engineering education and the computing profession. His honors include the 2014 IEEE Outstanding Branch Counsellor Award, 2019 IEEE Region 10 Outstanding Volunteer Award, and 2024 DFL Hindustan Pride Award. He has chaired several IEEE international conferences, including IEEE ICBDS, INDICON, ICDLT, and PuneCon. He has authored over 95 research papers in reputed international journals and conference proceedings, and regularly reviews for global publications. His research spans distributed systems security, digital twin, edge computing, federated learning and human activity recognition.

As Chairman of the IEEE R10 (Asia-Pacific) Student Activities Committee (2015–2018) and Vice Chair of the IEEE India Council, he has championed student and professional engagement. He has mentored over 650 projects and guided eight Ph.D. scholars. Dr. Ingle’s leadership continues to drive innovation, academic excellence, and the global advancement of computing technologies. Website: http://rbingle.in/

LIZY K. JOHN

Position statement.  I aim to contribute my passion for technology, leadership experience, and commitment to advancing the computing profession. Drawing from my extensive experience in IEEE Computer Society Publications, I seek to help the Society navigate the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Machine Learning and Generative AI are transforming every aspect of our lives, including the generation and publication of research articles. As someone deeply interested in AI, I have closely observed the challenges posed by developments such as AI-generated manuscripts, which place IEEE in uncharted waters. My goal is to ensure that while we embrace innovation, we also uphold fairness and integrity for human contributors.

My vision is to enhance member engagement through inclusive initiatives, strengthen collaborations between academia and industry, leveraging my connections within the Austin technology industry, I will work to expand industry participation in IEEE activities, fostering a stronger bridge between research and real-world applications.

If elected, I am fully committed to serving the Society and its members. I will work to uphold IEEE’s mission of knowledge-sharing and technological advancement, ensuring our global community remains a driving force in shaping the future of computing. I look forward to the opportunity to contribute and make a meaningful impact.

Biography.    Dr. Lizy Kurian John holds the Truchard Foundation Chair in Engineering in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin. She received her Ph. D from the Pennsylvania State University. Her research is in the areas of computer architecture, hardware architectures for machine learning, performance evaluation and benchmarking, workload characterization, and reconfigurable computing.

Prof. John’s research has been supported by the National Science Foundation, Semiconductor Research Consortium (SRC), AMD, IBM, Intel, Samsung, Texas Instruments, etc. She is recipient of NSF CAREER award, UT Austin Engineering Foundation Faculty Award, University of Texas Alumni Association Teaching Award, The Pennsylvania State University Outstanding Engineering Alumnus Award, the Joe J King Engineering Achievement Award, etc. She is in the ISCA (International Symposium on Computer Architecture) Hall of Fame and the HPCA (High Performance Computer Architecture) Hall of Fame.

Lizy John holds 18 U. S. patents and has published 16 book chapters, 300+ refereed journal and conference, and workshop papers. She has coauthored books on Digital Systems Design using VHDL (Cengage Publishers 2007, and 2017), Digital Systems Design using Verilog (Cengage Publishers 2014) and has edited a book on Computer Performance Evaluation and Benchmarking (CRC Press 2005). She has also edited three books on workload characterization.

Prof. John is currently the Chair of the IEEE CS Magazine Operations Committee (MOC). She was the Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Micro (2019-2023), and has served in the editorial boards of IEEE Transactions on Computers, IEEE Transactions on VLSI, IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Computing, IEEE Computer Architecture Letters, ACM Transactions on Architectures and Code Optimization. She is a member of IEEE, IEEE Computer Society, ACM, and ACM SIGARCH. She is an IEEE Fellow, ACM Fellow, Fellow of AAAS and Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors.

‪RICK KAZMAN

Position statement.      I have been a volunteer for the Computer Society for over a decade, as an Executive Committee member with the TCSE (Technical Council on Software Engineering), as Chair of TCSE, as TAC (Technical Activities Committee) Chair, and most recently as a member of the Board of Governors.

As a Governor since 2023 I have been involved in a number of important committees. But, to quote Spiderman, with great power comes great responsibility. In that vein, the initiative that I am most proud of is my attempt to make all Computer Society-sponsored conferences more sustainable and, ideally, carbon neutral. In FY2024—the first year of this initiative—we sponsored 6 conferences to embark on sustainability initiatives and have received approval to expand this initiative in 2025. My goal is to document examples and best practices with the aim of making sustainability a core principle and standard practice for all Computer Society sponsored events. I believe that climate change is the biggest challenge that our world faces and the Computer Society cannot stand by idly and continue to be part of the problem. We must thought and action leaders; we must be proactive and part of the solution.

Biography.   Rick Kazman is the Danny and Elsa Lui Distinguished Professor of Information Technology Management at the University of Hawaii.  His primary research interests are software architecture, design and analysis tools, and technical debt. Kazman has been involved in the creation of several highly influential methods and tools for architecture analysis, including the ATAM (Architecture Tradeoff Analysis Method) and the Titan and DV8 tools.  He is the author of over 250 publications, co-author of three patents and nine books, including Software Architecture in Practice, Technical Debt: How to Find It and Fix It, Designing Software Architectures: A Practical Approach, Evaluating Software Architectures: Methods and Case Studies, and Ultra-Large-Scale Systems: The Software Challenge of the Future.  His methods and tools have been adopted by many Fortune 1000 companies and his work has been cited over 30,000 times, according to Google Scholar. He is currently a member of the IEEE Computer Society’s Board of Governors, a member of the ICSE Steering Committee and chair of the SANER Steering Committee.

Kazman received a B.A. (English/Music) and M.Math (Computer Science) from the University of Waterloo, an M.A. (English) from York University, and a Ph.D. (Computational Linguistics) from Carnegie Mellon University.  How he ever became a software engineering researcher is anybody’s guess.  When not doing architecture things, Kazman may be found cycling, singing acapella music, gardening, playing the piano, or practicing Tae Kwon Do.

CAROLYN McGREGOR

Position statement.    If elected to continue to serve on the Board of Governors for a second term, I will strive to deliver on the Computer Society’s strategic plan vision. Regarding goals, I will utilize my knowledge gained from my current term as well as my prior role as Vice President, Member and Student Activities (Engineering and Medicine in Biology society) and my extensive industry collaborative experiences to engage more industry individuals and organizations in our society. I will build on my extensive industry relations in several countries within and outside IEEE to grow industry engagement. I will build on my foundation as an internationally recognized leading computing researcher to lead the way in technical areas such as stream computing, artificial intelligence, edge computing, space data relays and their application to health, wellness, resilience and adaptation.

I will continue to support our initiatives and chapter empowerment to grow our society membership through local chapter activities and international events increasing the value of membership to our members.

To support strategic themes, I’ll build on my IEEE CS and EMBS leadership roles to increase the volunteer base and promote a valued and empowered mindset through recognition, leadership development and mentorship in a nimble way.

Biography.    Professor Carolyn McGregor AM is Dean of the Faculty of Business and IT, Ontario Tech University, Canada and a two-time Canada Research Chair. She is Founding co-Director of the Joint Research Centre in AI for Health and Wellness between Ontario Tech University and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Australia. She received her PhD (Computer Science) from UTS in 2003. Dr McGregor leads pioneering research in AI, big data analytics, stream computing, internet of things, temporal data mining, edge computing and cloud computing. She progresses research within the context of critical care medicine, precision public health, mental health, astronaut health together with military and civilian tactical training. She is the inventor of two internationally leading AI/big data real-time platforms Artemis and Athena used to improve health, wellness, resilience and adaptation.

She’s received over $CAD20 million in research funding and has led multiple large research programs. She has over 200 refereed publications and 3 patents in multiple jurisdictions. She has extensive research collaborations in Canada, USA and Australia. She serves on government committees in Canada, France and Germany. She has received many awards for her research. In 2014 she was awarded Order of Australia membership (AM) for her significant service to science and innovation through health care information systems. She deployed her Artemis platform in hospitals in Ontario and leads Canadian Department of National Defence collaborative research for new pre-deployment acclimation skill and resilience training. In 2018 she received Digital Health Canada’s Women Leader in Digital Health award. In 2022, she led a research study on the Axiom Ax-1 first all-private astronaut mission and she leads the Space Health study, supported by the Canadian Space Agency, on the International Space Station. She is the founding President and CEO of the Interplanetary Chamber of Commerce, the chamber of commerce for Space.

SAN MURUGESAN

Position statement.     The Computer Society must stay relevant and deliver meaningful value to its diverse global membership. To achieve this, it must proactively address emerging challenges, meet evolving expectations of senior and young members, and adopt innovative approaches in its offerings and operations.

“If elected, I will lead the Society’s transformation by championing new opportunities that align with members’ needs, technological advancements, and global trends. I will advance initiatives that increase value for members worldwide, ensuring the Society remains a global leader in the field of computing.

My focus will include expanding membership and global reach by developing strategies that attract and retain members, strengthen collaborations, and deepen engagement with industry and practitioners. I will work to enhance the relevance, accessibility, and impact of our publications in a shifting digital landscape.

Equally, I am passionate about enriching member engagement, especially among students and young professionals, by creating new opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and professional growth.

Drawing on my extensive expertise and experience, I am committed to making strategically significant contributions that propel the Society forward, reinforce its mission, and deliver enduring value to all its members.

Biography.    San Murugesan is Director of BRITE Professional Services and Adjunct Professor at Western Sydney University, Australia. With a distinguished career spanning over 40 years in academia and industry, he has led major academic programs, spearheaded innovative computing projects for space programs, and provided leadership in curriculum development and research. He has served as a Senior Research Fellow at NASA Ames Research Center and as a Professor of Computer Science at Southern Cross University. He has also held senior leadership roles at the Indian Space Research Organization.

A Life Senior Member of IEEE and the IEEE Computer Society, Murugesan currently serves as Secretary of the IEEE CS Publications Board and on the Editorial Advisory Board of IT Professional magazine. He served as Editor in Chief of CS Intelligent Systems and IT Professional magazines, chaired the IEEE NSW Computer Chapter, and was an Editorial Advisory Board member of IEEE The Institute. He founded the Special Technical Community “IT in Practice” and has proposed and organized the IT in Practice Symposium at COMPSAC for 11 years. He also serves on the COMPSAC Strategic Committee and as a program chair or committee member for several conferences.

He is Co-General Chair of the inaugural IEEE CS Enterprise Generative AI Summit 2025, an industry-focused initiative he co-proposed.

A prolific author and editor, he has edited 12 books, guest-edited 40 journal special issues, and published over 250 research articles. He is a Fellow of the Australian Computer Society (ACS), IETE, and IICA Australia. He holds a PhD degree in computer science and automation.

Murugesan has been honored with the IEEE CS Distinguished Service Certificate (2018), the Golden Core Award (2019), distinguished visitor, and other recognitions for his distinguished service and significant contributions. 

Visit his web page for more information: www.tinyurl.com/san1bio.

SEAN PEISERT

Position statement.    The IEEE Computer Society does very well with its academic publications, conferences, and standards and education activities. This is great but it is not enough in the future world. We computer scientists have a responsibility to serve society.

What I would like to see more of is specific, measurable, actionable, realistic, and practical impact on the world around us. IEEE-CS can do this. This includes engaging specifically with traditionally underserved populations in computing, including women and the “missing millions” among HBCUs to address workforce development. It also includes activities across the world that are not just U.S.-centric to identify and address critical global needs. It also includes activities that impact practical needs of healthcare, climate crisis, and disaster and humanitarian technologies, by engaging with experts in other domains and sectors including those outside academia, including industry, government, and non-governmental organizations. IEEE-CS has a voice and can connect with these institutions to build coalitions and enact change.

The IEEE Computer Society is the largest society within IEEE. IEEE is the largest professional organization in the world. It is our responsibility to make change. If we do not, no one will. Let’s step up now.

Biography.    Dr. Sean Peisert is a senior scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, where he leads computer security and privacy research. He is also an adjunct professor of Computer Science at the University of California, Davis and of Health Informatics at the UC Davis School of Medicine, and is Director and PI of Trusted CI, the NSF Cybersecurity Center of Excellence.

His technical interests cover a broad array of usable and useful computer security and privacy solutions, including enabling secure and privacy-preserving data analysis, and improving security in high-performance computing systems, research cyberinfrastructure, power grid and maritime control systems, and nuclear arms control monitoring and safeguards.

Professor Peisert is editor-in-chief of IEEE Security & Privacy; member of the National Academies Forum on Cyber Resilience; member of the National Academies Board on Army Research and Development; member of the Distinguished Expert Review Panel for the NSA Annual Best Scientific Cybersecurity Paper Competition; member of the DARPA Information Science and Technology Study Group; steering committee and past general chair of the New Security Paradigms Workshop; steering committee and past program co-chair of the Workshop on Cyber Security Experimentation and Test; past chair of the IEEE Computer Society Technical Committee on Security & Privacy; and steering committee and past general chair for the IEEE Symposium on Security and Privacy.

He was previously chief cybersecurity strategist for CENIC. In 2007, he was honored as a Research Fellow by the Institute for Information Infrastructure Protection, funded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and in 2014, his work was awarded by the Director of Science and Technology for the U.S. Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

He received his Ph.D., Masters, and Bachelors degrees in Computer Science from UC San Diego. He is an ACM Distinguished Member and IEEE Senior Member.

JANAKARAJAN RAMKUMAR

Position statement.    If elected to the IEEE Computer Society Board of Governors, my focus will be on fostering technological advancement while ensuring inclusivity and collaboration across various domains.

Diversity and Inclusion – Expanding IEEE outreach to women and underrepresented groups, including promoting opportunities for neurodiverse individuals and students with disabilities. I aim to develop programs that create an inclusive environment in computing and engineering.

Collaboration Across IEEE Societies – Strengthening cross-disciplinary partnerships with other IEEE societies, including IEEE Robotics & Automation, IEEE Signal Processing, and IEEE Humanitarian Activities, to drive innovation in AI, automation, and computing ethics.

Applied Technology for Societal Impact – Encouraging research that translates into real-world applications, particularly in AI-driven healthcare, cybersecurity, and sustainable computing, in alignment with IEEE CS’s mission.

Bridging Industry, Academia, and Government – Strengthening industry-academia partnerships through IEEE to foster research commercialization, skill development, and technology policy formulation in collaboration with government agencies.

Enhancing IEEE CS Membership Engagement – Creating mentorship programs, professional development initiatives, and networking opportunities that strengthen global collaboration and ensure sustained IEEE growth. By prioritizing these areas, I will help shape IEEE CS as a global leader in computing research, professional development, and inclusive technological advancement.

Biography.    Prof. Janakarajan Ramkumar is a Professor (Higher Administrative Grade – HAG) and Dean of Infrastructure & Planning at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, India. A passionate technologist, educator, and research innovator, he brings over two decades of distinguished experience in mechanical engineering, tribology, medtech innovation, and interdisciplinary applied research.

A dedicated senior member of the IEEE Computer Society, Prof. Ramkumar has consistently demonstrated transformative leadership within IEEE. As Chair of the IEEE Uttar Pradesh Section (2018–2021), he successfully increased section membership by 30% and expanded regional engagement through high-impact conferences, technical workshops, and outreach programs. He actively contributed to the IEEE Task Force on AI for India’s Economic

Transformation, helping shape discussions around ethical AI, national digital strategies, and industry-academia collaborations.

Prof. Ramkumar has organized and chaired numerous flagship IEEE CS conferences and summits on AI, robotics, and sustainable computing, driving IEEE’s mission of advancing technology for humanity. He is a dedicated mentor, guiding initiatives such as IEEE CS AICSSYC 2024 and CSS 2025, where his involvement led to a 40% increase in student and young professional participation.

His pioneering efforts in establishing the Imagineering Lab, MedTech Lab, and RuTAG at IIT Kanpur have provided students with valuable STEM exposure, resulting in national hackathon victories and technology innovation accolades.

With over 350 peer-reviewed publications, 98 patents, and mentorship of more than 15 deep-tech startups, Prof. Ramkumar has significantly contributed to industry-relevant applied research.

His accolades include the Anna University National Award for Outstanding Academic Teacher (2023), Late GK Dubey Memorial Lifetime Achievement Award (2023), Eminent Production Engineer Award (2022), Gandhian Young Technological Innovation (GYTI) Award (2020), National Design Award in Mechanical Engineering (2015), and the IEEE Outstanding Volunteer Award (2019). He is a Fellow of INAE and IETE, and a committed advocate of inclusive, applied, and responsible technology leadership.

WALTER SCHEIRER

Position statement.  If elected, I intend to leverage my extensive experience as a volunteer with the Computer Society to tackle the significant challenges we are currently facing. That involves continued work to support program chairs that need to handle the explosive increase in the number of papers submitted to our largest conferences, as well as support for accommodating the related increase in conference attendees. I also intend to provide support to smaller meetings that are struggling to grow. This means promoting important areas of research within the Computer Society that are currently underrated, but shouldn’t be, because of the near singular focus on AI within computer science at the present moment. I am also very concerned about the various ethical dilemmas our society is facing. The enormous uptick in papers at various conferences, coupled with generative AI technologies, has created problematic shifts in reviewing that need to be addressed. The Computer Society must maintain its status as a trusted source of high-quality publications across its TCs and co-sponsored meetings. We are going to need rethink how we review papers and what our expectations are for genuine authorship if we are to do this.

Biography.    Walter J. Scheirer is the Dennis O. Doughty Collegiate Professor of Engineering at the University of Notre Dame. His research interests within the field of computer science include artificial intelligence, computer vision, machine learning, and digital humanities. His research has helped establish the areas of open set recognition and open world learning in computer vision. He is a global AI leader, serving as the Chair of the IEEE Computer Society Technical Community on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence (TC PAMI) and as a board member of the Computer Vision Foundation. Throughout his career, Prof. Scheirer has prioritized service to the IEEE Computer Society in order to give back to the organization that has provided him with so much professional opportunity. Over the past two decades, he has been a key organizer of some of the computer society’s largest conferences, including the IEEE/CVF Conference on Computer Vision and Pattern Recognition (CVPR), the IEEE/CVF International Conference on Computer Vision (ICCV), and the IEEE/CVF Winter Conference on Applications of Computer Vision (WACV). He serves as a member-at-large on the Computer Society’s Technical & Conference Activities Board Executive Committee, and on various associated committees. In 2022, he was the recipient of the TC PAMI Mark Everingham Prize for outstanding long-term service to the computer vision community. Prof. Scheirer is also a recognized cultural critic and historian, commenting on the social context of emerging technologies from the realistic perspective of a technologist. His most recent book is A History of Fake Things on the Internet (Stanford University Press 2023).

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