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From Smartphones to Smart Cities: The Internet of Things (IoT)

ThankGod Nkoro Electrical Engineer/STEM Ambassador/Climate Action Project Educator
May 5, 2026 1:00 – 1:30 PM ET Virtual Free to attend
From Smartphones to Smart Cities: The Internet of Things  (IoT)

About this session

From the phone in your pocket to the infrastructure powering entire cities, the Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming how we live and work. In this session, ThankGod Nkoro (MIET), Electrical Engineer, STEM Ambassador, and Climate Action Project Educator, will explore how everyday objects gain “senses” and a voice through sensors, data, and wireless technology. Discover how electrical engineers design and connect these intelligent systems to create smarter homes, more efficient communities, and more sustainable cities.

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand how sensors, connectivity, and data turn ordinary devices into smart, responsive systems
  • Learn how electrical engineers design and integrate IoT solutions at scale
  • Explore real-world applications of IoT in homes, infrastructure, and climate-focused initiatives

Meet the speaker

ThankGod Nkoro

ThankGod Nkoro

Electrical Engineer/STEM Ambassador/Climate Action Project Educator

I'm an Electrical Engineer, Member of the Institute of Engineering Technology. I'm also a STEM Ambassador and Climate Project Educator with three years of experience. I have also been an Ambassador to several oraganzations in the past and present time.

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