Hyderabad, June 2026: The 5th IEEE Wireless, Antennas and Microwave Symposium (WAMS 2026) was formally inaugurated at B V Raju Institute of Technology (BVRIT), Narsapur, marking the beginning of a four-day international gathering focused on the future of wireless communication, advanced antenna systems, microwave engineering, and emerging technologies.
Organized by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, the symposium is being held from June 10 to 13, 2026, bringing together leading researchers, industry experts, academicians, and students from across the globe to discuss innovations that are shaping next-generation communication systems, including 6G networks, satellite technologies, biomedical applications, and intelligent wireless infrastructure.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by distinguished guests including Mr. Phil Venezia, Chief Engineer at LYNTRIS, USA, as Chief Guest, alongside Prof. Christophe Fumeaux, Past President of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society, Australia, and Sri Aditya Vissam, Secretary of Sri Vishnu Educational Society (SVES), as Guests of Honour.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Sanjay Dubey, Principal of BVRIT, emphasized the importance of providing students and researchers with direct exposure to the latest developments in communication technologies. He highlighted that seven globally renowned experts delivered keynote presentations on the opening day, offering valuable insights into emerging trends in antennas, wireless systems, and microwave engineering.
In his welcome address, Dr. B. R. Sanjeeva Reddy, Head of the Department of ECE and General Chair of WAMS 2026, revealed that the symposium has attracted participants from 18 countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, France, Italy, China, Malaysia, Taiwan, and several other nations. Prestigious institutions such as WIT (USA), leading universities in Boston, RMIT University (Australia), and NTU Singapore are represented at the event.
The symposium has generated significant academic interest, receiving 1,059 technical paper submissions from researchers worldwide. Following a rigorous peer-review process, 753 papers were selected for oral and poster presentations. Researchers from all 29 Indian states, including premier institutions such as IITs, IISc Bengaluru, NITs, IIITs, BITS Pilani, national laboratories, and leading universities, are presenting their latest research findings.
A major attraction of WAMS 2026 is its focus on future technologies that are expected to transform communication ecosystems. Discussions will cover advanced antenna design, microwave technologies, intelligent communication systems, satellite communications, artificial intelligence integration, and the development of next-generation 6G networks.
The event also witnessed the launch of several key initiatives, including the Global Keynote Sessions, the Rapid Thesis Challenge, and a Technology Exhibition, offering participants opportunities to engage with innovative research, industry solutions, and collaborative projects.
Industry leaders and academic experts attending the symposium include Dr. Dhaval Pujara, President of the WAMS Society and Vice Chancellor of Adani University; Dr. Sudhakar K. Rao, IEEE Life Fellow and Advisor to WAMS 2026; Dr. C. J. Reddy, President of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society; Prof. Francesco P. Andriulli, IEEE AP-S President-Elect from Italy; and several distinguished scientists, researchers, and technology professionals from around the world.
The symposium aims to inspire innovation, strengthen global academic collaboration, and equip students with the technical knowledge and research skills required to succeed in an increasingly technology-driven world. By connecting academia, industry, and research institutions, WAMS 2026 is expected to contribute significantly to advancements in wireless communication and antenna technologies.
As Hyderabad continues to emerge as a major technology and innovation hub, the successful hosting of IEEE WAMS 2026 further reinforces the city’s growing importance in global engineering research and technological development.
