Join MSPE - Western Chapter for our March Dinner Meeting with UMKC. This will be a great opportunity for engineering students and engineering professionals to network! Chipotle will be served before the presentation of the LEAP Awards and a presentation from Dr. Sayan Roy.
Date:
Thursday, March 20th, 2025
Time:
5:30 p.m. - Registration/Networking
6:00 p.m. - Dinner
6:30 p.m. - WC MSPE Membership Meeting
6:45 p.m. - Presentation of LEAP Awards
7:00 p.m. - Presentation from Dr. Roy
Location:
UMKC Flarsheim Hall - Room 531 (Toyota Room)
5100 Rockhill Road
Kansas City, MO 64110
Cost:
$25 for Members and Guests
Free for UMKC and Rockhurst Students
Parking:
Parking available in the Rockhill Garage at 52nd and Rockhill Road. Park on Level 4 and take the walkway over 52nd street through Haag Hall to Flarsheim Hall. Take elevators to the 5th Floor. Note, construction is underway on the Quad.
Please include your email address in your registration and UMKC will email you a parking pass on the day before the meeting. Place the Parking Permit on your dash.
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Presentation Details:
Advancements in Antenna and RF Systems: Innovations Driving the Future of Wireless Communication and Sensing
Dr. Sayan Roy
Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC)
The research and development of modern antenna and radiofrequency (RF) systems have advanced significantly, driven by the increasing demands of wireless communication, defense, healthcare, and space exploration. Engineers and scientists focus on developing high-performance, compact, and energy-efficient antennas that support emerging technologies. Innovations in materials have enabled the design of reconfigurable, flexible, and high-gain antennas with improved bandwidth and reduced interference. Additive manufacturing and 3D printing techniques have further revolutionized antenna fabrication, allowing for customized designs that enhance performance while reducing size and weight. Additionally, artificial intelligence and machine learning are being integrated into RF systems for real-time optimization, adaptive beamforming, and efficient spectrum management. These advancements not only improve communication networks but also contribute to applications in radar systems, biomedical sensing, and remote sensing technologies, ensuring reliable and high-speed data transmission in an increasingly connected world.
Biosketch
Dr. Sayan Roy earned his B.Tech. in Electronics and Communications Engineering from West Bengal University of Technology, India, and later completed his M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from North Dakota State University, USA. Dr. Roy’s research focuses on applied electromagnetics, including wireless sensors, composite antennas, nanostructures, and additive manufacturing for real-time applications. He has secured over $1.5 million in federal and industrial grants and has published more than 90 journal papers, conference proceedings, and book chapters. As a Senior Member of IEEE, he actively contributes as the Vice-Chair of IEEE Kansas City Section and as a Regional Coordinator for the IEEE Microwave Theory and Techniques Society (MTT-S) and serves on technical committees for various IEEE conferences. Additionally, Dr. Roy is a member of IEEE Eta Kappa Nu (HKN), a Senior Member of the International Union of Radio Science (URSI), and a Full Member of Commission K, US National Committee for URSI (USNC-URSI). His work spans academia, industry collaborations, and advisory roles, making significant contributions to the fields of wireless communication, healthcare, and space technology.
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