Keynote Speakers

Dr. C.J. Reddy is Siemens Fellow at Siemens Digital Industries Software. He served as Vice President, Business Development-Electromagnetics for Americas at Altair from 2014 to 2025 and transitioned to Siemens, with the acquisition of Altair by Siemens. Dr. Reddy was awarded the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) of Canada Visiting Fellowship to work at Communications Research Center in Ottawa during 1991-1993 and was awarded the US National Research Council (NRC) Resident Research Associateship in 1993 to work at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. He also worked as Research Professor at Hampton University from 1995 to 2000. Dr. Reddy was the President of Applied EM, Inc (2000-2017) where he led several Phase I and Phase II SBIR projects for the DoD and NASA. He was also the President of EM Software & Systems (USA) Inc (2002-2014) and led the marketing of the EM Simulation tool, Feko in North America. EM Software & Systems (USA) Inc was acquired by Altair in 2014.

Dr. Reddy is a Fellow of IEEE, Fellow of ACES (Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society) and a Fellow of AMTA (Antenna Measurement Techniques Association). Dr. Reddy is a co-author of the book, “Antenna Analysis and Design Using FEKO Electromagnetic Simulation Software,” published in June 2014 by SciTech Publishing (now part of IET). Dr. Reddy served as an Associate Editor for IEEE Open Journal of Antennas of Propagation and IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation. He served as the Chair of IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) Young Professionals Committee during 2021-2024 and served on the AP-S AdCom during 2023-2024. Dr. Reddy is appointed to IEEE Fellows Committee by IEEE Board of Directors for the terms 2020-2021 and 2022-2023. Currently, Dr. Reddy is serving as the 2026 IEEE AP-S President. Dr. Reddy is inducted into IEEE Heritage Circle by the IEEE Foundation for establishing the “IEEE AP-S CJ Reddy Travel Grant for Graduate Students.”

Christophe Fumeaux received the Diploma and Ph.D. degrees in physics from the ETH Zurich, Switzerland, in 1992 and 1997, respectively. From 1998 to 2000, he was a Postdoctoral Researcher with the School of Optics, University of Central Florida, Orlando. In 2000, he joined the Swiss Federal Office of Metrology, Bern, Switzerland, as a Scientific Staff Member. From 2001 to 2008, he was a Research Associate and Lecturer with the Laboratory for Electromagnetic Fields and Microwave Electronics at ETH Zurich. From 2008 to 2023, he was a Professor with The University of Adelaide, Australia. In 2023, he joined the School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at The University of Queensland, as Chair Professor in Optical and Microwave Engineering. His main research interests concern applied electromagnetics, antenna engineering, and the application of RF design principles across the electromagnetic spectrum.

Prof. Fumeaux was the recipient of the ETH Medal for his doctoral dissertation. From 2011 to 2015, he was a Future Fellow of the Australian Research Council. He was the recipient of the 2018 Edward E. Altshuler Prize, the 2014 IEEE Sensors Journal and the 2004 ACES Journal best paper awards. He was the recipient of the University of Adelaide Stephen Cole the Elder Award for Excellence in Higher Degree by Research Supervisory Practice in 2018. He served as an Associate Editor for the IEEE Transactions on Microwave Theory and Techniques from 2010 to 2013. From 2013 to 2016 he served as a Senior Associate Editor and later as the Associate Editor-in-Chief for the IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation. From 2017 to early 2023, he served as the Editor-in-Chief for the IEEE Antennas and Wireless Propagation Letters. He was the 2025 President of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society (AP-S) and is currently serving as IEEE AP-S Vice-President of Publications. He is a Fellow of the IEEE.

Since 1986, Rajeev Jyoti has played a pivotal role in the development of various space-based technologies. Currently, he is serving as the Director Technical at IN-SPACe, where he provides leadership and guidance to Indian space startups. In this capacity as an enabler, mentor, and facilitator, he actively fosters innovation and growth within the sector. He spearheaded the establishment of India’s first Technical Centre dedicated to supporting space activities for startups, academia, and MSMEs. This centre has been instrumental in accelerating the development of cutting-edge technologies and bolstering the growth of India’s space sector.

He was awarded a United Nations long-term fellowship at the European Space Agency in the Netherlands. Before joining IN-SPACe, he was the Associate Director of the Space Applications Centre, Ahmedabad. He has an illustrious engineering and research career at the Space Applications Centre, Ahmedabad, where he designed and developed several indigenous microwave payload technologies and state-of-the-art space antenna systems for various ISRO communication, navigational, and Earth observation satellites. His major accomplishments include the development of India’s first constellation of 3 Microwave RADAR Imaging X-band satellites for space-enabled disaster applications. Other significant contributions are the development of C band RADAR Imaging Satellite (RISAT1 & 1A), NASA-ISRO SAR, and RADAR Altimeters for Chandrayaan 2 & 3 mission.

He is a Fellow of INAE, IETE, ASI, Founder Chair of IEEE Gujarat Chapter AP/MTTs, Past Chair of IMaRc 2017, IN-CAP 2019, MAPCON 2023, IAiM 2015, and currently Co-chair of Gujarat IEEE AESS Chapter. He is a co-inventor of 14 patents and more than 170 papers. He is the recipient of several awards including the IETE Raj Mitra Award (2008), IEEE Indian Council Outstanding Industry Award (2020), ISRO Performance Excellence Award (2015), Individual Merit Award (2012), and five times Team Leadership awards for his contribution in ISRO space programs.

Bhaskara Rallabandi is a technology entrepreneur, IEEE Senior Member, and Forbes Technology Council Member with over two decades of experience in wireless networks, cloud-native platforms, and digital transformation. He is the Principal and Chief Technology Advisor at Invences Inc., driving innovations in CBRS-based Private 5G, 5G/6G Mobile Networks, Open RAN, NTN, and Edge Computing. Previously with Samsung, AT&T, and Verizon, he led initiatives in broadband, mobility, and public safety networks like FirstNet. A recognized global speaker at events such as MWC Las Vegas, IEEE, 5G-ACIA, and Connected Cities Tour, Bhaskara contributes to O-RAN Alliance, 5G Americas, and IEEE 5G/6G Testbed while mentoring future leaders.

A distinguished Chief Engineer, engineering leader, and prolific innovator in the field of RF and microwave systems for advanced satellite, defense, and space applications, he currently serves as Chief Engineer at Vitesse Systems in Longmont, Colorado. In this role, he leads technical strategy, internal research and development, and new business initiatives that shape next-generation antenna and RF system technologies.

Over a career spanning more than two decades, he has contributed to over 100 successful space missions, establishing himself as a key figure in the development of high-performance antenna systems and RF payload architectures operating in some of the most demanding environments in space and defense. His leadership roles—including Chief Engineer and previously Director of Engineering—reflect a career defined not only by technical depth but also by sustained impact on program execution and innovation at scale.

He is widely recognized as a driving force behind many of the antenna designs and RF solutions developed at Vitesse, a company known for delivering mission-critical hardware across air, ground, sea, and space domains. His work spans reflector antennas, multi-frequency feed systems, and advanced passive waveguide components—technologies that form the backbone of modern satellite communications and sensing systems. As an inventor, he holds 11 U.S. patents covering innovations in multi-band antenna feeds, compact microwave networks, RF test systems, and advanced manufacturing techniques.

Beyond engineering execution, he plays a pivotal role in shaping technology roadmaps and product investment strategies, ensuring alignment between cutting-edge innovation and real-world mission requirements. A published author and experienced keynote speaker, he brings a rare combination of deep technical expertise, hands-on program leadership, and strategic vision.

An alumnus of Banaras Hindu University and IITBHU, Prof. Kartikeyan received his master’s degree in 1985 and PhD in 1992, specializing in Advanced Electronics & Radio Physics and Microwave Engineering. He was a research scientist with the Central Electronics Engineering Research Institute, Pilani, from 1989 to 2001. Prior to joining IITR in 2003, Prof. Kartikeyan was with the Institut für Hochleistungsimpuls- und Mikrowellentechnik, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Karlsruhe, Germany (1996, 1998–2000, 2001–2003; and during summers in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2011, 2012). Prof. Kartikeyan is a recipient of the Hildegard-Maier Research Fellowship for Electrical Sciences of the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (1998–2000) and the Alexander von Humboldt Research Fellowship (2001–2003, 2011, 2012).

He is a Fellow of IEEE, INAE, IET, VEDS, IE, and IETE. Prof. Kartikeyan served as a member of the Vacuum Electronics Technical Committee of IEEE Electron Devices Society (IEEE-EDS-VETC) during 2018–2021 and has been serving as a corresponding member since 2022. He is on the Editorial Board of the International Journal of Microwave and Optical Technology (IJMOT). Prof. Kartikeyan is the principal author of 5 books, and has published more than 350 research papers in peer-reviewed transactions/journals and conferences. His current research interests include high-power millimeter wave and terahertz sources; RF Circuits, Antennas and Systems; Metamaterials and fractals; Computational Electromagnetics; and RF and microwave design with soft computing and machine learning techniques.

Prof. Kartikeyan held various administrative positions at IITR, including Associate Dean – Faculty Affairs, Chairman – Library Advisory Committee, Academic Chairperson – Electronics & ICT Academy, Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Head of the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, and Head of the Institute Computer Center. As the Director of IIITDM Kancheepuram, his efforts are focused on improving the research ambience of the institute and facilitating a learning environment where problem-solving leads to product development.

Dr. Hao Xin received his PhD in Physics from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in February 2001. He obtained his BS degree, Summa Cum Laude, in Physics and Mathematics from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth in May 1995. He is currently a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and a Professor of Physics at the University of Arizona, where he has been since August 2005. He was an Arizona Engineering Fellow from 2013 to 2016. From 2000 to 2003, he was a research scientist with the Rockwell Scientific Company, and a Sr. Principal Multidisciplinary Engineer with Raytheon Company from 2003 to 2005. He co-founded Lunewave Inc. and has served as President and Chief Technology Officer since 2017.

His primary research interests are in the area of microwave/millimeter wave/THz antennas, devices, circuits, and their applications in wireless communication and sensing systems. His recent research activities cover a broad range of high frequency technologies, including electromagnetic band gap crystals and other meta-materials, carbon nano-tube devices, solid state devices and circuits, active or semi-active antennas, and passive circuits. He has also performed leading research in 3D printing technology for electromagnetic devices and systems since 2007. He has authored over 350 refereed publications and more than 20 patents in the areas of microwave and millimeter-wave technologies, random power harvesting based on ferrofluidic nanoparticles, and carbon nanotube-based devices.

Dr. Xin is an IEEE Fellow, an IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society Distinguished Lecturer, a Da Vinci Fellow, and a Thomas R. Brown Endowed Fellow of the University of Arizona, and the recipient of the Arizona Governor’s Innovation Award. He has won prestigious industrial awards such as the Automotive News PACEpilot Award and multiple Army xTech competition awards. His leadership roles include serving as Associate Editor for IEEE Antennas and Wireless Propagation Magazine and IEEE Journal of RFID, as well as chairing the IEEE AP-S Young Professionals Committee. He has mentored 19 Ph.D. students, 11 postdoctoral researchers, and more than 100 undergraduates.

Prof. Chow-Yen-Desmond Sim received his B.Sc. degree from the Engineering Department, University of Leicester, Leicester, U.K., in 1998, and his Ph.D. degree from the Radio System Group, Engineering Department, University of Leicester, in July 2003. From 2003 to 2007, he was an Assistant Professor with the Department of Computer and Communication Engineering, Chienkuo Technology University, Changhua, Taiwan. In 2007, he joined Feng Chia University (FCU), Taichung, Taiwan, and was promoted to Chair Professor in 2025. In August 2025, he joined the Department of Electrical Engineering, National Sun Yat-sen University.

Dr. Sim has authored or co-authored more than 230 SCI papers. His research interests include 5G/6G/WiFi-7/Laptop/Vehicular/mmWave antenna design and RFID applications. He is recognized as a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (FIEEE), Fellow of the Institute of Engineering and Technology (FIET), Fellow of the Asia-Pacific Artificial Intelligence Association (FAAIA), and Life Fellow of WAMS Society, and a Life Member of the IAET. He has actively contributed to numerous international conferences, serving as TPC Member, Keynote/Workshop/Tutorial/Invited Speaker, and TPC Sub-Committee Chair (Antenna). He also served as the General Co-Chair of ISAP 2021.

Since 2016, he has been a technical consultant for SAG (Securitag Assembly Group), one of Taiwan’s largest RFID tag manufacturers. Since 2023, he has served as the technical consultant for Merry Electronics Co. Ltd., a world-leading manufacturer of electroacoustic products specializing in earphones, headsets, and speakers in Taichung, Taiwan. He was a technical consultant for Avary, the largest PCB manufacturer in mainland China, between 2018 and 2022. Dr. Sim was the recipient of the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society Outstanding Reviewer Award for eight consecutive years from 2014 to 2021, and was honored with the Outstanding Associate Editor Award from IEEE Antennas and Wireless Propagation Letters in July 2018. He is currently serving as an IEEE AP-Society Distinguished Lecturer for the years 2024 to 2026.