The 2025 GLOW Conference promises a rich program of sessions, empowering attendees from every time zone.
This year, I join an inspiring roster of presenters drawn from every corner of the globe. As part of my contribution, I will be sharing insights into the critical, yet often hidden, work of Standards Development Organizations (SDOs) — exploring their pivotal role in enabling technological progress, fostering international collaboration, and supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
SDOs are collaborative bodies that bring together experts from industry, academia, government, civil society and other groups to develop consensus-based standards. These standards are essential for facilitating global trade, ensuring product compatibility, promoting safety, and accelerating innovation.
In my 20 minutes session, I will quickly aim to demystify the standards development orgs and demonstrate how educators, researchers, and other professionals can get involved with SDOs to help bridge the gap between emerging technologies and real-world applications. I will also examine how SDOs work with educators to inspire the next generation of leaders.
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