The slogan for the 2003 EMC Symposium is: "Radiating Compatibility from the East" or "Ex-Oriente Radians" in Latin, alluding to the Byzantine period, where Istanbul (or Constantinople) was the center of the ancient world. Today, Istanbul is simultaneously an important and thriving tourist attraction, as well as a modern business and industry metropolis. For the week of 11-16 May, 2003, Istanbul will also be the international center of the EMC Community.

Technical Program: The International Organizing Committee is preparing an exciting top-notch technical program with something for everyone attending the Symposium: workshops, tutorials, special invited sessions and innovative "Meet the Expert" sessions. Special "Birds of a Feather" panels will be organized on stimulating topics.

We take great pleasure in inviting you to actively participate in this Symposium, which serves as a forum for engineers, technicians and scientists to discuss their personal views, theories and solutions to our volatile and exciting electromagnetic environment.

The year 2003 is a special year in the history of flight — 100 years of modern powered aviation (1903-2003) since the Wright Brothers' first powered flight in the Kitty Hawk.

In commemoration of this important milestone in the area of transportation, truly making it a "Small, Small World," special events and sessions on the topic "EMC in Aerospace and Aviation" are planned. Submissions of papers on EMC in Aerospace and Aviation are highly encouraged.

Exhibition: The Symposium will also be accompanied by a large technical exhibition of the latest EMC innovations, technology and techniques. An integral part of the exhibition will form the "Advanced Products and Technology Sessions," offering exhibitors the opportunity to elaborate on their products and services in extended public presentations. These presentations will also be accessible to all exhibition visitors.

Seize the opportunity! Profit from the synergy between the Symposium and the Exhibition.

Symposium Venue: The Symposium will take place at the Hilton Istanbul Hotel, a spacious, elegant and comfortable hotel, ideally situated, overlooking the spectacular view of the Bosphorus, magically attractive amid the glittering lights of the city.
Istanbul is a thriving vibrant metropolis! As an exciting and cosmopolitan city, blending east and west, Istanbul offers something for everyone. Outdoor cafes, ethnic restaurants and cultural centers will compete for your attention with historic sites. Open oriental markets are a haven for dedicated shoppers.

Social Program and Tourist Activities: The social events accompanying the Symposium will also give you "get together" opportunities with your old colleagues and friends as well as enable you to get acquainted with new ones.

Make sure to take part in the unforgettable social events, which will be held in some of the most magnificent sites of Istanbul.

Summary: Our organizing committee is already hard at work to make the Symposium both a professional and entertaining event.
For updated information and details on paper submission, exhibition and patron opportunities, please visit our web site at: https://www.ortra.com/emc2003/.

May this Symposium, in the cosmopolitan city of Istanbul, also form the bridge between people, making EMC the bridge of cooperation and exchange of technical information between people and professional societies and enhancing the quality of life for all people throughout the world through the constructive application of technology.

Welcome to Istanbul!

EMC

CALL FOR IEEE STD 473 WORKING GROUP VOLUNTEERS

Editor's Note: When Mr. Joffe is not busy with the 2003 Istanbul symposium activities, he is busy working on IEEE Standards, including IEEE STD 473 (IEEE Recommended Practice for an Electromagnetic Site Survey from 10 kHz to 10 GHz). This document describes a systematic approach for performing an EM site survey.

IEEE has approved a PAR for the revision of IEEE Standard 473 and a Working Group has been formed. The proposed revision will: 1) Extend the frequency band up to 40 GHz, and apply to a broader set of applications; 2) Incorporate the usage of modern measurement equipment and techniques; and 3) Incorporate statistical techniques and measurement uncertainty issues. The working group is seeking more technical expert volunteers to join. If you are:

• involved in RF site studies or experienced in running "on site"RF measurements
• familiar with statistical analysis techniques
• or simply have interest in this field and would like to contribute to this activity, WE NEED YOU!

For further information, please contact Elya B. Joffe, WG 473 Chairman, at: eb.joffe@ieee.org