International symposium brings together experts to discuss 6G, advanced antennas and next-generation wireless technologies
The 5th IEEE Wireless, Antennas and Microwave Symposium (WAMS 2026) was inaugurated at B V Raju Institute of Technology (BVRIT), Narsapur, Hyderabad, bringing together leading researchers, scientists, academicians and industry professionals from around the world to discuss emerging developments in wireless communication and microwave technologies.
Organized by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering at BVRIT, the four-day international symposium is being held from June 10 to 13, 2026. The event focuses on advancements in wireless systems, antenna technologies, microwave engineering and future communication networks, including 6G.
The symposium was inaugurated by Chief Guest Phil Venezia, Chief Engineer at LYNTRIS, USA, along with Guests of Honour Prof. Christophe Fumeaux, Past President of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society, Australia, and Sri Aditya Vissam, Secretary of SVES.
The event assumes significance amid rapid technological advancements that are reshaping wireless communications, satellite systems, biomedical applications and next-generation digital infrastructure. Organizers noted that exposure to these emerging technologies offers valuable opportunities for students and researchers in terms of innovation, academic growth, networking and career development.
Speaking at the inauguration, Dr. Sanjay Dubey, Principal of BVRIT, highlighted the importance of the symposium as a platform for learning and collaboration. He noted that seven internationally renowned experts delivered keynote addresses on the opening day, providing insights into the latest developments in antennas, wireless communication and microwave technologies.
In his welcome address, Dr. B. R. Sanjeeva Reddy, Head of the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering and General Chair of WAMS 2026, emphasized the global scale of participation. Delegates from 18 countries, including the United States, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the Netherlands, Taiwan, China, Malaysia, Italy, Singapore, Poland, Kazakhstan, Lebanon and France, are participating in the event. Representatives from leading institutions such as WIT USA, universities in Boston, RMIT University Australia and NTU Singapore are also attending.
The symposium received an overwhelming response from the research community, attracting 1,059 technical paper submissions. Following a rigorous peer-review process, 753 papers were selected for oral and poster presentations. Researchers from all 29 states of India, including participants from IITs, IISc Bengaluru, NITs, IIITs, BITS and several universities, research laboratories and industries, are presenting their latest findings during the event.
The inaugural ceremony was attended by several distinguished personalities, including Dr. Dhaval Pujara, President of the WAMS Society and Vice Chancellor of Adani University; Prof. Anantha Bharathi, Vice President of the WAMS Society; Dr. Sudhakar K. Rao, Advisor to WAMS 2026 and IEEE Life Fellow; Dr. C. J. Reddy, President of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society; Prof. Francesco P. Andriulli, IEEE AP-S President-Elect; and other prominent academicians and industry experts.
As part of the opening ceremony, the Global Keynote Sessions, Rapid Thesis Challenge and Technology Exhibition were officially launched. The accepted research papers will be presented across multiple technical sessions throughout the symposium.
Organizers stated that WAMS 2026 aims to strengthen knowledge in wireless communication, antenna design and microwave engineering while exposing participants to emerging technologies and evolving industry trends. The symposium is expected to encourage innovation, research excellence and international academic collaboration.
The event is being organized under the guidance of Dr. K. Lakshmi Prasad, Director of BVRIT; Dr. Sanjay Dubey, Principal; and Dr. Sudhakar K. Rao of Rao’s Consultants LLC, Los Angeles. Coordination of the symposium is being led by Dr. B. R. Sanjeeva Reddy, Head of the Department of ECE and General Chair of WAMS 2026.
