Bikash Nakarmi

What advice would you give to young technologists on how to get the most of the IEEE membership experience?

To truly unlock the potential of IEEE membership, I encourage young technologists to actively engage with their local IEEE chapters. These chapters frequently organize events, competitions, funding opportunities and skill-building programs targeted at students, young professionals and early-career researchers. Initiatives such as startup idea competitions, hobby-to-project funding for societal impact and international collaboration platforms are a few examples of opportunities that can significantly enrich a member’s journey. Most importantly, IEEE serves as a powerful networking ecosystem—connecting individuals from diverse fields and regions without geographical barriers. I encourage young technologists to participate actively through knowledge exchange, mentorship and collaboration.

What’s the hottest technology in the next 10 years?

One of the most promising technologies to support and elevate AI is photonics. Photonic systems offer ultrafast data transmission, low-latency computing and minimal energy consumption—making them ideal for overcoming the limitations faced by conventional electronic systems.