It seems that everyone born with a computer in his or her crib (“digital natives” or DNs) differs from those of us who were not (“digital immigrants” or DIs). Their brains develop in a different way. The way they learn is different. The jury is still out as to whether this is good or bad.

You might think Generation Y (GenY) professionals would be the least equipped to weather a recession, let alone be the solution to a company’s survival during a recession. But are you underestimating their potential?

Knowledge has been described as the only source of sustainable competitive advantage in an information economy. Since knowledge is the primary product of knowledge workers, it is also the primary source of their employability.

The nation’s tough economic times have left countless people unemployed and looking for work. For many , rejoining the work force may seem like one of the most difficult transitions in life. However, if you are re-entering the job market, by preparing appropriately and attacking the search smartly, it doesn't have to be as intimidating as you might think.

IEEE-USA's latest e-book is the first in a series of four written to provide the basics for gaining an understanding of what innovation involves, what it takes to be an innovator, and what it takes to develop a culture where innovation can thrive.

When more than 10,000 students gathered in Atlanta’s Georgia Dome in April to compete in a robotics championship, the stands were filled with cheering teachers, parents, coaches and mentors — many of whom are IEEE members.

A new National Research Council report says the United States should establish clear national policy on resorting to cyberattack, while at the same time continuing to develop cyberwarfare capabilities in this sensitive area.

Never before has IEEE held a conference with a singular focus on green technology, sustainability, and/or renewable energy. While many IEEE conferences have included sections on sustainability, the IEEE Green Technology Conference is special in that it fills a need within IEEE for sustainability-oriented conferences and study.

With challenges posed by today's travel demands, it is more important than ever to be prepared and to be physically fit prior to and maintain your exercise regime while traveling. With effective planning and some creativity, exercise can easily be incorporated into your travel routine.

Every year in the United States, vehicle accidents result in more than 42,000 fatalities. This statistic has remained about constant over the past decade, even though the vehicle miles traveled has grown by 21 percent, to more than three trillion in 2006. Advances in intelligent transportation systems have the potential to ease congestion and improve safety on the nation's highways.

Computer engineering seniors aren't deterred from taking the FE examination because of a fear of failure, but rather because they do not see the benefits of becoming a registered EIT.

It is widely accepted that a highly trained work force, capital investment and technology innovation are important inputs to international economic growth. However, what is not well understood is the most effective role for federal, state and local governments to fill in promoting each of these inputs to the global economic system.

With an economy in crisis and a work force at risk, educating the nation's future engineers and scientists and advancing technological literacy are more important than ever. The Boston Museum of Science hopes to introduce engineering and technology to schools and at least one science center or informal education organization in every state by 2015.

A recap of new and notable developments in electrical engineering and computer or information technology emerging from the federal government during May 2009.