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ADVANCING TECHNOLOGY FOR HUMANITY THROUGH SENSING

Vision and Purpose

SENSORS@25 is not just a celebration, it is a platform for reflection and debate to:

Define the next era of sensing science technology.
Bring together pioneers and emerging global leaders, researchers & innovators.
Inspire next-generation sensing breakthroughs
Trace the evolution of sensors – from early subfield of disparate disciplines to a unified, rich intellectual domain
Boost IEEE Sensors Council’s presence in non-traditional and emerging regions
Foster interdisciplinary collaborations and expand innovation ecosystem.

May 2026

Event Details:

Three-day single track curated event
15-20 minutes keynotes by globally recognised researchers and visionaries,
Talks with storytelling format, no Q&A – network and engage with speakers during breaks for Q&A.
Panels, dialogues and cross-cutting themes
Professionally recorded sessions shared on SC YouTube channel
Event open to all – researchers, students, industry, policy makers, public.
Networking and cultural evenings
Industry and sponsor pods for demo and visibility.
Curated like TED, inspired by IEEE – connecting visionaries across disciplines

Honouring the Past

Day-1

Pioneers in Sensors, Milestones in Sensors, Sensors that enabled today’s Tech

Strengthening the Present

Day-2

Panels & Vision talks, Topical Sensors, Industry 5.0, Global outreach, AI Autonomous Experimentation

Inspiring the Future

Day-3

Quantum Technologies, Cognizant Robotics, Future Transportation,Advanced Materials, Climate and Read More…

Example Themes

Each theme could easily lead to half day session. Some of the themes align with SC Topical Conferences. Themes will be finalized by organizing committee

Sensors for Next-Generation Cognizant Robotics

Autonomous perception, tactile intelligence, haptics, human-robot collaboration

Quantum Technologies and Quantum Sensing

Precision measurement, timekeeping, communication, metamaterials

Sensors for Trustworthy AI

Ethics, transparency, reliability, and explainability in data-driven systems

Speakers and Panelists Pool

Nobel Laureates and high-impact global experts from Academia and Industry
IEEE Leaders and highly visible experts
IEEE Sensors Council’s member society Presidents
IEEE Sensors Council’s Distinguished Lecturers – Past and Present
Winners of best paper awards from previous IEEE SENSORS Conferences

Highly visible authors of SC publications (popular papers, highly cited papers etc.
Speakers from host region
Young Professionals and achievers (e.g., MIT Tech. Review's Innovators Under 35)
Industry and sponsor pods for demo and visibility
Past chairs of IEEE Sensors Conference

Who will attend?

IEEE Leadership

IEEE President, President-Elect & Past President
IEEE Board Members; TAB VP, VP-Elect, Past VP
IEEE MGA VP, VP-Elect, Past VP
IEEE EAB VP, VP-Elect, Past VP
IEEE PSPB VP, VP-Elect, Past VP
IEEE Standards Activities VP
IEEE Region X and Division X Directors

Sensors Council and Conferences Leadership

IEEE Presidents who served as officers of SC (3)
IEEE Sensors Conference past leadership (~50)
All Member Society Presidents (26)
Executive Committee (ExCom) members (10)
CEC, YP, C&E, ILC Chairs
IEEE J-SER EiC

Industry & Academia

Distinguished experts and thought leaders from global industry and academia (~50)

Benefits for Sensors Council

Visibility and Branding

Positions the Council as the global leader celebrating 25 years of impact in sensing and innovation. Highlights SC’s

Conferences Growth

Establishes a foundation for future flagship events in non-traditional and growth regions

Publications and Education by Thought Leadership

Engage invited experts to produce high-impact review papers, white papers, and visionary

Global Outreach and Impact

Strengthens Council’s footprint in Africa, the Middle East, and emerging economies; Fosters partnerships

Industry and Sponsor Appeal

Attracts sponsorship from major sensor companies, startups, and agencies through high visibility and cross-sector impact

Benefits for Member Societies and IEEE

Opportunity to collaborate with our member societies to explore the “roads less travelled” by debating multidisciplinary topics (robotics, communication, climate, transportation, energy etc.) that impact multiple sectors.
Strategic discussion with member societies, with huge potential for opening new vistas and future direction for Sensors Council.
Publicity and visibility of member societies in the areas common with Sensors Council
Strengthening IEEE mission through meaningful and impactful humanitarian projects where sensors-based solution play key role
Exploring Future Directions for IEEE through futuristic topics such as Quantum Computing, Quantum Sensing, Digital Twin Technologies and their applications

Venue

Sponsorship Opportunities

Benefits include branding, keynote association, and demo spaces
Sponsors features on SC’s YouTube channel and event brochure and presentations
Global technology companies, regional innovation hubs, and industry leaders
Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Supporter tiers will be available

Why Sponsor SENSORS@25

Global Reach and Visibility

Align your brand with IEEE Sensors 25-year milestone—celebrating innovation and impact, with recorded sessions broadcast on SC YouTube and IEEE.tv

Access to Elite Speakers and Audience

Engage directly with leading scientists, innovators, industry leaders, and policymakers driving the future of sensing technologies

Thought Leadership Positioning

Gain prominent visibility among world-renowned speakers, Nobel Laureates, and visionary leaders shaping the next era of sensing

Outreach and Media Strategy

Unified and coordinated campaign across council’s all publicity channels
Website with speaker and program details, local host promotion, visitor & sponsorship information
Email campaign and social media presence on platforms such as X, Linkedin, and YouTube
Coordination with regional chapters to raise awareness in non-traditional areas
Feature in Sensors Council News and outreach with select IEEE Societies
Multi-sectoral capture in sponsored advertisement such as IEEE Spectrum
Media partnership (inc. IEEE TV) for event coverage, especially targeting mid-east, Africa