About this Event
The SFBAC (combined Santa Clara Valley, San Francisco, & Oakland/East Bay) IEEE Power Electronics Society (PELS) is very pleased to invite you to our upcoming in-person event to mark the APEC DOWNLOAD. We are excited and honored to have our very own SFBAC PELS ExCom members present on the topic of “APEC 2026 Download - Highlighting the Evolving Landscape of Power Electronics” on April 21, 2026 at the Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation at Santa Clara University (Room details to be shared soon)
Doors will open at 6:00pm with opportunity to grab some light dinner options and network with fellow attendees comprising industry members, academics including students; the seminar will start at 6:45pm. Snacks and refreshments will be provided free of charge to all attendees.
Registration is $5, payable at the door with the exception for current students who must register with their *.edu emails. You may register ahead of time without paying, but ALL ATTENDEES (except for students) will need to pay at the door.
SFBAC PELS WEBSITE LINK: https://r6.ieee.org/scv-pels/
Seminar Title:
APEC 2026 Download - Highlighting the Evolving Landscape of Power Electronics
Seminar Details:
This engaging session brings together engineers, researchers, and industry professionals to explore the most impactful moments and innovations presented at the Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) 2026.
The event will highlight key takeaways from technical sessions, including emerging trends in wide bandgap semiconductors, advances in high-efficiency power conversion, AI-driven design optimization, and next-generation energy systems. Attendees will gain valuable insights into cutting-edge research and real-world applications shaping the future of power electronics.
In addition, we will cover standout keynote sessions, offering perspectives from industry leaders on the evolving landscape of power electronics. The program aims to foster knowledge sharing, networking, and discussion within the local power electronics community.
Student Highlights:
Students are especially encouraged to attend! This is a great opportunity to:
- Discover cutting-edge topics that can inspire your coursework, senior projects, or research direction
- Learn directly from experts about industry expectations and emerging career paths in power electronics
- Network with professionals and local engineers from leading companies in Silicon Valley
- Gain exposure to real-world applications beyond the classroom
Whether you attended APEC or want a curated overview of its most important developments, this download event is an excellent opportunity to stay informed, get inspired, and expand your professional network.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Sobrato Campus for Discovery and Innovation, 500 El Camino Real, Santa Clara, United States
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