University of Windsor engineering professor Mohammed Khalid earned the 2026 M.B. Broughton Central Canada Merit Award from IEEE Canada. (Photo courtesy Dr. Mohammed Khalid/ University of Windsor)
By Lindsay Charlton
Technology that improves lives depends not only on innovation, but on the people who mentor future engineers, build professional networks and help connect research to real-world needs.
That commitment to advancing technology for the public good has earned University of Windsor engineering professor Mohammed Khalid the 2026 M.B. Broughton Central Canada Merit Award from IEEE Canada, the Canadian arm of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
“It’s gratifying to receive this recognition,” said Khalid. “Appreciation is always meaningful, especially because this award recognizes sustained service.”
The award recognizes Khalid’s contributions to electrical and electronics engineering through sustained leadership and service in advancing IEEE Canada’s vision, mission, goals and objectives within Canada’s Central Area.
The organization describes recipients of the M.B. Broughton Merit Award as outstanding volunteers recognized for their exemplary service.
IEEE Canada operates 22 local sections and more than 50 student branches.
With more than 500,000 members worldwide and 13,000 in Canada, it connects engineers and students across the country through professional development programs, technical events and regional engineering networks.
“The IEEE’s motto, ‘Advancing technology for humanity,’ is multi-faceted — encouraging young people to enter STEM fields if they have an interest, as well as encouraging members to remain active,” Khalid said.
“For student members, the organization provides a lot of resources for career development. We encourage networking, which helps them not only find jobs but also supports their broader professional development.”
Khalid has been an active IEEE member since 2006, shortly after joining the University of Windsor. Over that time, he has served as Windsor chapter chair, Central Area chair and conference chair for the 2009 IEEE International Conference on Electro/Information Technology. He continues to serve as a reviewer for numerous IEEE conferences and publications.
“Being involved is another way of raising the profile of the University of Windsor’s Faculty of Engineering and the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. In doing so, you’re not only building your own profile, but also strengthening the visibility of the institution as a whole,” he said.
Mentorship is a key component of both his academic career and his IEEE service.
Throughout his 30 years of research and teaching, Khalid has supervised and graduated more than 40 master’s and PhD students.
“For professors, it’s a great opportunity to mentor students not only within your own section but throughout the region and country,” he added.
Khalid received a silver medal and commemorative plaque at the IEEE Awards Gala in Montreal last month, underscoring his decades-long commitment to professional service, mentorship and leadership within the IEEE community.