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IEEE, short for the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, is a professional association dedicated to the advancement of technology in electrical engineering, electronics, computer engineering, and related disciplines. It was formed in 1963 from the merger of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers (AIEE, founded 1884) and the Institute of Radio Engineers (IRE, founded 1912). IEEE operates as a non-profit organization with a global reach and a broad membership.

Headquartered in the United States, IEEE maintains activities worldwide, with more than 400,000 members in over 160 countries. The organization is structured around technical societies and councils, along with student branches and professional chapters. The IEEE Standards Association, a separate entity within IEEE, coordinates standards development and related activities.

Key activities include standards development, publication of journals and conference proceedings through the IEEE Xplore digital library, organization of international conferences, continuing education and professional development, and recognition through awards. IEEE publishes a wide range of journals, magazines, and proceedings, including IEEE Spectrum.

IEEE's standards have a broad impact across industry and research, with well-known standards such as IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, IEEE 802.11 Wi-Fi, and the IEEE 754 floating-point standard. The organization also disseminates research and professional knowledge through its publications and conferences, shaping practice in multiple engineering disciplines.

Governance is provided by a Board of Directors and elected officers, with day-to-day work carried out by volunteers and professional staff. IEEE operates globally and serves students, practicing professionals, educators, and researchers in both industry and academia.