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Call For Nominations: Ultrasonics Distinguished Lecturer

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UFFC is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Lecturer (DL) in Ultrasonics. The selected lecturer will serve a one-year term from January 1st, 2026, through December 31st, 2026.
What is the UFFC-S Distinguished Lecturer Program?
The Distinguished Lecturer program promotes the visibility of the society’s scientific contributions by supporting a speaker who will deliver between 20–40 lectures across the globe during their term. These lectures aim to:

  • Highlight excellence in ultrasonics research
  • Engage and inspire current and future UFFC members
  • Build strong technical networks across regions

Expectations of the DL include:

  • Preparing and delivering presentations across multiple IEEE regions
  • Publishing a blog on the UFFC website with narratives and photos from visits
  • Coordinating with hosts to maximize reach and cost-efficiency
  • Submitting a peer-reviewed review article to IEEE Transactions on UFFC (TUFFC) based on their lectures
  • Serving as Guest Editor for a TUFFC Special Issue aligned with their topic

The DL will be supported by a travel budget of up to $25,000 USD, reimbursed through the IEEE Concur system. Hosts are encouraged to assist with accommodations or meals when possible.

Timeline for the 2026 Ultrasonics DL Selection:

  • June 26, 2025 – Call for nominations opens
  • July 31, 2025 – Deadline for nominations
  • August 1, 2025 – Voting poll opens
  • August 14, 2025 – Voting closes
  • August 15, 2025 – DL confirmed


Nomination Instructions:
To nominate yourself or a colleague, please submit the following materials to  (Click to show email) and (Click to show email) 

  • Brief biography (max 2 pages)
  • List of proposed lecture titles and short abstracts
  • CV (including IEEE membership status)
  • A short statement on how the nominee would fulfill the goals of the DL program
  • Confirmation that the nominee is willing to accept the role (if not a self-nomination)

We look forward to your nominations and to welcoming our next Distinguished Lecturer, who will carry forward the spirit and excellence of UFFC-S Ultrasonics research.