This session examines how artificial intelligence is reshaping forensic science and digital investigations. As data volumes increase, AI tools help investigators analyze images, video, audio, and cyber evidence more efficiently while uncovering patterns that may be missed by traditional methods. The discussion will highlight practical applications of AI in forensics, along with key challenges such as bias, transparency, and legal admissibility. Through real-world examples, participants will gain insight into how AI can enhance investigative accuracy and efficiency while maintaining ethical and judicial integrity in the evolving landscape of digital forensics.

Meeting Room: 4A

The world is transforming quickly in front of us. What will you do to help engineer what we see, feel, experience, and do using new technologies that can take over our senses and act on our thoughts, emotions, gestures and voice? Join us for a fireside chat to see why and how you should embrace and harness these technologies to build the world that we want to live in.

Meeting Room: 2A

Humanoid AI-Driven Automation brings human-like robots and modern AI together to handle real tasks in changing, real-world spaces. This session spotlights new breakthroughs in vision-language-action systems—how robots “see,” understand instructions, choose the right object, and move safely around people and delicate items. Speakers will share practical examples from factories, warehouses, and service environments, along with what still fails in the field and how teams are improving reliability. The focus is on bridging cutting-edge AI research with deployable systems—what humanoids can do now, and what’s next.

Meeting Room: 3

This session will explore the future of sustainable energy through perspectives spanning research, engineering, and large-scale implementation. Speakers will discuss emerging advances in battery technology, clean energy systems, and infrastructure design, examining how innovation in energy storage, electrification, and grid resilience is shaping the path toward decarbonization.

Meeting Room: 2B

Everyone is familiar with the big job boards – Glassdoor, Indeed, LinkedIn. Come learn how to optimize your searches as well as other methods to increase your chances of landing a job or internship that will be the right fit for you. We will also discuss tips for how to navigate a job search in less than ideal times.

Meeting Room: 1

Discover how to unlock your career potential in this interactive workshop. Participants will learn practical strategies to build a standout professional profile, grow and activate their network, and clearly communicate their unique value in today’s competitive job market. Whether they are aiming for a new role or looking to expand their professional reach, this session offers actionable insights and tips to help them build a personal brand that gets noticed. It’s also a great opportunity to support others as they take the next step in their careers.

Meeting Room: 4B

This session explores how generative AI is reshaping technology, research, and engineering practice. As AI systems grow more capable, the conversation is shifting from simply building larger models to designing smarter, more efficient, and domain-aware solutions. Speakers examine how AI can move beyond keyword recognition to deeper conceptual understanding through expert-guided workflows, how infrastructure innovations such as small language models and optimized architectures are driving scalable performance, and how generative AI can be integrated across the full research lifecycle, from idea generation to publication. The discussion also addresses critical challenges, including bias, hallucinations, data reliability, and responsible human-AI collaboration. Together, the session highlights how thoughtful system design and ethical integration will define the next generation of AI applications.

Meeting Room: 3

Meeting Room: 2A

Automation is becoming increasingly prevalent in the biotech and biomedical industries. In this session, you will hear from industry speakers who are working on the hardware and human factor sides of developing automation in biotech and a recent graduate who is working in this field. Come and learn about emerging technologies in this growing field and explore career pathways in biotechnology automation.

Meeting Room: 4A

Urban transportation has evolved rapidly, especially in the Bay Area, where innovation continues to reshape mobility. This session highlights the next frontier: emerging possibilities both on the ground and in the air. From autonomous and electric systems to developing urban air mobility such as eVTOL aircraft, these technologies are positioned to transform capacity, sustainability, and connectivity in modern cities. Join this session to explore the innovations, policies, and design frameworks shaping the future of mobility and to understand what is needed to build a smarter, more accessible transportation landscape.

Meeting Room: 2B

Hear from company representatives about how to best approach all aspects of the job search from applying to interviewing to career growth.

Meeting Room: 1

Join SJSU Career Counselors in this interactive workshop to learn how to use Generative AI for your resume development—ethically and creatively. You’ll be able to create a customized resume that catches the attention of both hiring managers and the Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Meeting Room: 4B

As artificial intelligence (AI) gets increasingly more powerful, there is no better time to discuss how to make AI fair, unbiased, inclusive, trustworthy, and secure. Join us in this session to learn about the what, how, and why of building AI systems responsibly.

Meeting Room: 1

This session focuses on current research and practice in user experience (UX) design and wearable technology. It will highlight key challenges, methods, and applications related to designing, evaluating, and using interactive systems. The session highlights strategies to improve usability, user engagement, and real-world impact of human-centered technology in daily and work-related contexts.

Meeting Room: 3

Additive manufacturing has advanced quickly, and in innovation hubs like Silicon Valley, the convergence of AI and data-driven engineering is pushing 3D printing beyond prototyping into scalable production. This session explores the next frontier—Intelligent Additive Manufacturing—from real-time sensing and in-process monitoring to digital twins and closed-loop control that boost quality, repeatability, and throughput. Join us to learn how these technologies are enabling more complex, high-performance parts and what it takes to build a smarter, more reliable additive manufacturing ecosystem.

Meeting Room: 2B

This session explores how thoughtful planning and infrastructure design can help cities become more resilient in the face of environmental and climate challenges. Through examples ranging from sustainable transportation corridors to water and wastewater systems, speakers will highlight strategies that support long-term community well-being. The session also addresses environmental justice by examining how sea level rise can worsen existing contamination risks in vulnerable communities. Together, these presentations demonstrate how integrated, forward-looking urban planning can promote mobility, protect public health, and strengthen cities against future uncertainties.

Meeting Room: 2A

Transform introductions into a chance to impress. In this interactive session, you’ll learn how to craft a memorable personal pitch, navigate networking events and career fairs with confidence, and turn casual conversations into meaningful professional connections. Walk away with practical strategies to stand out, spark interest, and land that all-important interview invitation.

Meeting Room: 4A

Let’s break barriers and build a brighter future – join us and take charge of your career!
This Interview Essentials workshop will equip you with the skills and confidence to excel in any interview setting. Learn key strategies to showcase your strengths, ask questions that make an impact, and practice your approach through small-group role-playing with personalized feedback from experts.

Meeting Room: 4B

A panel of women engineers and leaders in the “Software and Information Technology” industry share their stories in charting their educational and career pathways.  They offer insights and advice to help attendees achieve success from campus to career.  Attendees have the chance to ask their own questions.

Meeting Room: 1

A panel of women engineers and leaders in the “Semiconductors and Electronics” industry share their stories in charting their educational and career pathways.  They offer insights and advice to help attendees achieve success from campus to career.  Attendees have the chance to ask their own questions.

Meeting Room: 4A

A panel of women engineers and leaders in the “Mechanical and Mechatronics” sector share their stories in charting their educational and career pathways.  They offer insights and advice to help attendees achieve success from campus to career.  Attendees have the chance to ask their own questions.

Meeting Room: 2B

A panel of women engineers and leaders in the “Building, Infrastructure, and the Environment” sector share their stories in charting their educational and career pathways.  They offer insights and advice to help attendees achieve success from campus to career.  Attendees have the chance to ask their own questions.

Meeting Room: 2A

A panel of women engineers and leaders in the “Biotech and Biomedical” industry share their stories in charting their educational and career pathways.  They offer insights and advice to help attendees achieve success from campus to career.  Attendees have the chance to ask their own questions.

Meeting Room: 3

A panel of women engineers and leaders in the “Aeronautics, Aerospace and Aviation” sector share their stories in charting their educational and career pathways.  They offer insights and advice to help attendees achieve success from campus to career.  Attendees have the chance to ask their own questions.

Meeting Room: 4B