The 26th IEEE Wireless and Microwave Technology Conference (WAMICON) will take place April 14–15, 2025, in Cocoa Beach, Fla., centered on the theme: “Integrated Innovations: Merging Software, Circuits and Antennas for Next-Generation Interconnected Systems.” The program brings together leading experts across academia, industry and government to explore cutting-edge developments in RF, microwave, mmWave and intelligent systems. This year’s technical program features 44 presentations and multiple workshops spread across two action-packed days.
Day 1 highlights a keynote from Dr. Tom Weller (Oregon State University) titled “Microfluidics, Thermal Management, and Partnership: The Creation of a New High Tech Ecosystem.” The program continues with an interactive community forum, “An Open Conversation: Can AI Replace Traditional RF Design? — Exploring the Future of Expertise in the Age of Algorithms,” moderated by Dr. Eduardo Rojas (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University). Two technical workshops will also be hosted: Dr. Muhannad Bakir (Georgia Tech) presents “Advanced Packaging and Heterogeneous Integration Technologies: Motivation, Trends, and Opportunities,” and Daniel Ramirez (L3Harris) leads a session on “Overview of Phased Array Antenna Systems and Practical Design Considerations.” The day concludes with an evening networking reception featuring live music, followed by a banquet dinner.
Day 2 features two keynote addresses: Dr. David Arnold (University of Florida) presents “Opportunities for Magnetic Materials in Next-Generation Wireless Systems,” and Dr. John Papapolymerou (Michigan State University) speaks on “Heterogeneous Integration and Packaging of RF Electronics and Components for 5G+ Wireless Communication Systems Using Additive Manufacturing Techniques.” Running in parallel is the Student Day Program, including an Ask Us Anything session hosted by Dr. Erin Kiley (Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts), offering students direct engagement with experienced engineers and researchers. The afternoon continues with a workshop by David Vye (Cadence) titled “Multi-Fabric, Heterogeneous Integration of RF Systems.” WAMICON 2025 concludes with a panel discussion for Young Professionals (YP) and Women in Microwaves (WiM), including Dr. Paolo Focardi (NASA JPL), Kimberly Smelt (Motorola Solutions), Matthew Ozalas (Keysight Technologies), and Dr. Laila Fighera Marzall (University of Colorado Boulder), followed by a WiM/YP networking reception with food provided.
WAMICON 2025 offers a forward-looking, collaborative platform to explore the evolving future of RF design, integration and innovation—connecting engineers, researchers and students at every stage of their careers.
Join us in Cocoa Beach for WAMICON 2025!