Leah Jamieson

Engineering for Humanity

Engineering and humanity? Some might say that the two words don't belong in the same sentence. Many outside the engineering profession do not think of engineering as a "caring" profession dedicated to creating positive effect for society and the global environment. What's happening between the IEEE and the Group on Earth Observations (GEO) is showing how the commitment of engineers can be directed toward improving our lives and those of our children and future generations. IEEE members around the globe are using their skills to support GEO's development of the Global Earth Observation System of Systems, or GEOSS. In doing so, they are tying engineering to basic needs of humankind - food, water, shelter, and security.

Leah Jamieson, posted on November 24th, 2007
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