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First, I would like to wish you all a very Happy New Year 2026!! As we begin the new year, I am honored and humbled to be serving as the 2026 President of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S)!! I am grateful to the AP-S membership entrusting me with this responsibility of leading the Society. I also would like to thank our outgoing President, Prof. Christophe Fumeaux, who made me part of every aspect of the society’s operations in 2025 as I prepare to take on the duties of the President in 2026. I will be relying heavily on the guidance of Prof. Christophe Fumeaux as well as our past presidents, Prof. Branislav Notaroš, Prof. Stefano Maci, Prof. Gianluca Lazzi and Prof. Yahya Antar.
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Dr. C. J. Reddy
AP-S President
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This is a great time for AP-S as one of the fastest growing societies of IEEE. As of now, AP-S has just reached 16,000 members worldwide!! AP-S is more than an organization—it is a global family, united by a shared vision of advancing science and improving lives. I am honored to serve as your President and look forward to building a bright, inclusive, and impactful future with you all. Let us get started!!
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Congratulations to IEEE AP-S Fellows 2026
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Clockwise from top left: Christos Argyropoulos, Hakan Bagci, George Goussetis, Tian Hong Loh, Guo Qing Luo, Yong Mei Pan, Ada Poon, Eva Rajo-Iglesias, Wei Sha, Toru Takahashi, Ming-Chun Tang, and Meisong Tong.
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IEEE Fellow is the highest grade of membership within the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, recognizing individuals for their extraordinary contributions to engineering, science, and technology.
For the 2026 IEEE Fellow class, 12 members of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) were selected. Please join us in congratulating them!
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Welcome Our New 2026–2028 Distinguished Lecturers!
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We are pleased to share that we have selected four new Distinguished Lecturers (DLs) who will serve the IEEE AP-S community during the 2026–2028 term:
- Dr. Richard W. Ziolkowski – The University of Arizona, US
- Dr. Pai-Yen Chen – The University of Illinois Chicago, US
- Dr. Okan Yurduseven – Queen’s University Belfast, UK
- Dr. Bing Zhang – Sichuan University, China
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Paper Submissions Now Open – 2026 IEEE AP-S / USNC-URSI Symposium
Paper and abstract submissions are now open for the 2026 IEEE International Symposium on Antennas & Propagation and USNC-URSI Radio Science Meeting, taking place 12–17 July 2026 in Detroit, Michigan, USA. Only electronic submissions in PDF format will be accepted. Review the web page for the latest instructions, templates, and format examples.
Deadline: 23 January 2026
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Travel Grant Opportunity — IEEE AP-S Regional Chapter Chairs Meeting at LACAP 2026
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AP-S Chapter Chairs and Joint Chapter Chairs are invited to apply for travel grants to attend the Regional Chapter Chairs Meeting at the 2nd IEEE AP-S Latin American Conference on Antennas & Propagation in Natal, Brazil on 22 February 2026. Grants support economy travel and up to three nights of accommodation.
Important Deadlines:
10 January 2026 — Applications due
10 February 2026 — Summary of 2025 activities and 2026 plans
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Industry Application Pitch Competition for IEEE AP-S Symposium 2026
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We are pleased to announce the inaugural Industry Application Pitch Competition, which will be featured at our flagship event—the 2026 IEEE International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation and the USNC-URSI Radio Science Meeting.
Important Deadlines:
23 January 2026 — Paper submission
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Call for Papers for Antennas & Wireless Propagation Letters — Special Clusters in 2026
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The IEEE AWPL invites submissions of short, high-quality manuscripts for its 2026 Special Clusters. These clusters cover cutting-edge topics in antennas, wireless propagation, EM sensing, and AI/ML-driven designs.
Important Deadlines:
31 March 2026 - Paper submission
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Honoring the Future of AP-S
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Legends of Electromagnetics featuring Raj Mittra Video is out now!
In this series, major contributors to the antennas and propagation field are interviewed about their research career and their experiences within the AP-S.
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Your Guide to the IEEE Fellow Nomination!
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The IEEE Fellow nomination process continues to evolve, and AP-S members play a vital role in recognizing future leaders. If you’re preparing a nomination or planning ahead, this resource outlines contribution categories, requirements, and reference expectations.
The Fellow Portal is now open to accept nominations for the IEEE Fellow Class of 2027. The deadline for nominations to be completed in the Fellow Portal is 7 February 2026.
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Society Committee Updates
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IEEE Member & Geographic Committee 2025 Activity Highlights
<< View PDF
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AP-S Distinguished Lecture Reports
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Dr. Valerio’s Paris DL report (Nov)
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Dr. Sibille’s Paris DL report (Nov)
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IEEE Atlanta AP/MTT Jt. Chapter with Dr. Hoorfar (Oct)
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IEEE ISDL Workshop in Antalya (Sep)
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Exciting Updates from AP-S
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LinkedIn Milestone: 11,000 Followers
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A big thank you to our community for helping us reach 11,000 LinkedIn followers. We appreciate your ongoing support of IEEE AP-S.
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