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IEEE MTT-S & AP-S Kerala Chapter, Kerala
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Welcome Message from the General Co-Chairs
Dear colleagues and friends,
It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the serene city of Kochi, Kerala, for the Microwaves, Antennas, and Propagation Conference (MAPCON) 2025, the annual flagship event of the IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society (MTT-S) and the Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S). The conference will take place at the Lulu International Convention Centre, Grand Hyatt Bolgatty, Kochi, from December 14–18, 2025. MAPCON 2025 will provide a comprehensive international platform for the exchange of cutting-edge research and advancements in electromagnetics, microwave engineering, and antenna and propagation. The event will bring together leading researchers, engineers, technocrats, and practitioners from around the world to share their knowledge and expertise. The inaugural edition of MAPCON was held in Bangalore from December 12–15, 2022, and was a grand success, attracting over 800 delegates from government, private, and academic organizations worldwide. The conference grew to 900+ delegates in Ahmedabad in 2023, supported by more than 60 industry sponsors. In 2024, MAPCON saw 1300+ attendees at HICC, Novotel, Hyderabad, making it a diverse and dynamic technical gathering. In 2025, we anticipate an even larger participation, with a projected attendance of over 1500 delegates. MAPCON 2025 will feature a broad spectrum of activities, including technical sessions across multiple tracks, keynote and plenary sessions, invited talks, workshops, tutorials, special sessions, student design competitions, mentor-mentee programs, industry sessions, exhibits, professional meetings, tours, and networking events. Additional highlights include Ph.D. initiative activities, Young Professional (YP) activities, Women in Engineering (WiE) events, AP-S and MTT-S Chapter Chair meetings, SIGHT workshops, and start-up initiatives.
It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the serene city of Kochi, Kerala, for the Microwaves, Antennas, and Propagation Conference (MAPCON) 2025, the annual flagship event of the IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society (MTT-S) and the Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S). The conference will take place at the Lulu International Convention Centre, Grand Hyatt Bolgatty, Kochi, from December 14–18, 2025. MAPCON 2025 will provide a comprehensive international platform for the exchange of cutting-edge research and advancements in electromagnetics, microwave engineering, and antenna and propagation. The event will bring together leading researchers, engineers, technocrats, and practitioners from around the world to share their knowledge and expertise. The inaugural edition of MAPCON was held in Bangalore from December 12–15, 2022, and was a grand success, attracting over 800 delegates from government, private, and academic organizations worldwide. The conference grew to 900+ delegates in Ahmedabad in 2023, supported by more than 60 industry sponsors. In 2024, MAPCON saw 1300+ attendees at HICC, Novotel, Hyderabad, making it a diverse and dynamic technical gathering. In 2025, we anticipate an even larger participation, with a projected attendance of over 1500 delegates. MAPCON 2025 will feature a broad spectrum of activities, including technical sessions across multiple tracks, keynote and plenary sessions, invited talks, workshops, tutorials, special sessions, student design competitions, mentor-mentee programs, industry sessions, exhibits, professional meetings, tours, and networking events. Additional highlights include Ph.D. initiative activities, Young Professional (YP) activities, Women in Engineering (WiE) events, AP-S and MTT-S Chapter Chair meetings, SIGHT workshops, and start-up initiatives.
Key Highlights of MAPCON 2025:
- Active participation of various ministries of the Government of India and industries in space, defense, and allied sectors.
- Keynote and plenary talks from top leaders in academia, industry, and renowned research organizations.
- Invited talks from globally reputed experts on cutting-edge topics in electromagnetics, microwave engineering, and antenna and propagation.
- Ten half-day pre-conference workshops/tutorials on frontier topics by experts from academia and industry.
- Focused technical sessions on emerging areas, panel discussions, and workshops for young students and scholars.
- Industry exhibitions with over 80 booths showcasing key product launches and innovations in RF, microwave, and antenna technology.
- Research and academic exhibits from premier institutions across India in dedicated booth spaces.
- Book stalls hosted by esteemed international publishers featuring live reading library corners.
- Exclusive WiE, YP, and SIGHT sessions on floating cruises, sailing through the backwaters of the Arabian Sea against a stunning West Coast sunset.
- A vibrant cultural evening featuring Kerala’s traditional martial art, Kalaripayattu, along with classical dance forms such as Kathakali and Mohiniyattam, representing the Malabar Coast’s rich heritage.
Kochi, the jewel of Kerala’s natural splendor, is renowned for its tranquil beaches, scenic backwaters, picturesque houseboats, and lush hill stations. As a hotspot of biological diversity and cultural vibrance, the city offers a rich array of flora, fauna, and festive traditions. Attendees are invited to explore Kerala’s cultural and Ayurvedic heritage, experience its famous attractions, and savor the exquisite Malabar cuisine during the conference’s social events—all while engaging in stimulating intellectual exchanges.
We eagerly look forward to welcoming you to Kochi, Kerala, India, in December 2025 for MAPCON. With participants from academia, industry, start-ups, and government labs worldwide, this event promises to be an exceptional and unforgettable experience.
Sincerely,
Chinmoy Saha
General Co-Chair, MAPCON 2025
Professor, Department of Avionics, IIST, India
Tushar Sharma
General Co-Chair, MAPCON 2025
Director, RFACS Division
Renesas Electronics, India
CONFERENCE VENUE
Lulu International Convention Centre, Grand Hyatt Bolgatty
Kochi – India
Kochi – India