Microwave Research Institute

✨💫 1st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MICROWAVE, ANTENNA AND ENGINEERING SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES RESEARCH OUTLOOK 2026 (MAESTRO2026) 💫✨

📅 22-23 August 2026 | Virtual Conference

The 1st International Conference on Microwave, Antenna and Engineering System Technologies Research Outlook 2026 (MAESTRO2026) is an international peer-reviewed conference organised by the Microwave Research Institute (MRI), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM).

🧾 Publication

All accepted and presented papers will be published in the MAESTRO2026 Conference Proceedings, and selected high-quality papers may be considered for publication in MyCITE-indexed journals, subject to the respective editorial policies.

💰 Special Rates

Indexed Journal (MyCITE) Local: RM 500 Int: USD 150
• (Malaysian authors and co-authors) Local: RM 500
• (Malaysian authors and International co-authors) Local: RM 400
Non-Indexed Proceeding (ISBN) Local: RM 150 Int: USD 50

📝 Conference Tracks

* Microwave, RF and Antenna Technologies
* Microwave Sensors, Radar, Imaging and Measurement
* Materials, Devices and Fabrication Technologies
* Intelligent, Embedded and Integrated Engineering Systems
* Industrial Applications, Sustainability and Research Outlook

🗓️ Important Dates

📃 Full Paper Submission (ISBN & MyCITE): 30 May 2026
🗃️ Notice of Acceptance: 1 July 2026
📱 Camera-ready Submission & Payment: 1 August 2026

🌐 Website: https://sites.google.com/view/maestro2026/
📧 Email: [email protected]

—
Dr Zuhani Ismail Khan
General Chair, MAESTRO2026

Strengthening Global Ties: USA Faculty Visits UiTM for Research Collaboration

A meaningful academic exchange unfolds as the University of San Agustin (USA) connects with Universiti Teknologi MARA’s Microwave Research Institute to explore impactful collaboration opportunities. The visit highlighted shared interests in RF and microwave engineering, wireless systems, and innovative research initiatives aimed at advancing technology. With discussions on joint grants, academic exchanges, and future partnerships, this engagement marks a promising step toward global knowledge sharing and innovation.

Link: https://usa.edu.ph/university-of-san-agustin-faculty-visits-uitms-microwave-research-institute-to-explore-research-collaboration/

Jabatan Penyelidikan dan Inovasi, UITM

University of San Agustin Faculty Visits UiTM’s Microwave Research Institute to Explore Research Collaboration The University of San Agustin (USA), through its College of Technology, continues to strengthen its international research engagement following the recent

Setinggi-tinggi tahniah dan penghargaan diucapkan kepada Gs. Dr. Muhammad Hasif Azami atas pelantikan baharu di dalam Jabatan Microwave Research Institute (MRI).
Pelantikan ini mencerminkan kepercayaan terhadap kepimpinan, kepakaran serta komitmen yang telah ditunjukkan selama ini.
Semoga dengan amanah yang diberikan, terus cemerlang dalam memacu kecemerlangan penyelidikan, memperkukuh inovasi, serta meningkatkan kecemerlangan organisasi ke tahap yang lebih tinggi.
Selamat maju jaya dan semoga terus sukses dalam menggalas tanggungjawab baharu ini.

Setinggi-tinggi tahniah dan penghargaan diucapkan kepada Prof. Madya Dr. Sukreen Hana Herman, Prof. Madya Ir. Dr. Norashikin M. Thamrin, Prof. Madya Ir. Dr. Nurul Huda Abd Rahman dan Prof. Madya Dr. Megat Syahirul Amin Megat Ali atas pelantikan baharu di dalam Jabatan Microwave Research Institute (MRI).

Pelantikan ini mencerminkan kepercayaan terhadap kepimpinan, kepakaran serta komitmen yang telah ditunjukkan selama ini.
Semoga dengan amanah yang diberikan, terus cemerlang dalam memacu kecemerlangan penyelidikan, memperkukuh inovasi, serta meningkatkan kecemerlangan organisasi ke tahap yang lebih tinggi.

Selamat maju jaya dan semoga terus sukses dalam menggalas tanggungjawab baharu ini.

✨💫 1st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON MICROWAVE, ANTENNA AND ENGINEERING SYSTEM TECHNOLOGIES RESEARCH OUTLOOK 2026 (MAESTRO2026) 💫✨

📅 13-14 June | Virtual

The 1st International Conference on Microwave, Antenna and Engineering System Technologies Research Outlook 2026 (MAESTRO2026) is an international peer-reviewed conference organised by the Microwave Research Institute (MRI), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM).

🧾 Publication

All accepted and presented papers will be published in the MAESTRO2026 Conference Proceedings, and selected high-quality papers may be considered for publication in Springer Conference Proceedings or invited for extended publication in Scopus-or MyCITE-indexed journals, subject to the respective editorial policies and applicable fees.

💰 Special Rates

* Scopus Indexed Proceeding (Professional) Local: RM 400 Int: USD 150
* Scopus Indexed Proceeding (Student) Local: RM 200 Int: USD 100
* Non-Indexed Proceeding (ISBN) Local: RM 150 Int: USD 75
**High-quality papers may be invited for potential journal extension opportunities in accordance with publisher policies (with additional fees if applicable).

📝 Conference Tracks

* Microwave, RF and Antenna Technologies
* Microwave Sensors, Radar, Imaging and Measurement
* Materials, Devices and Fabrication Technologies
* Intelligent, Embedded and Integrated Engineering Systems
* Industrial Applications, Sustainability and Research Outlook

🗓️ Important Dates

📃 Full Paper Submission: 1 Mar 2026
🗃️ Notice of Acceptance: 1 Apr 2026
📱 Camera-ready Submission & Payment: 1 June 2026

🌐 Website: https://sites.google.com/view/maestro2026/
📧 Email: [email protected]

—
Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr Zuhani Ismail Khan
General Chair, MAESTRO2026

MAESTRO2026 INTRODUCTION

Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Nurul Huda and Dr. Siti Amalina have embarked on an exciting international academic journey on 24 January 2026, accompanied by six postgraduate students (three Master’s and three PhD candidates), as they arrived at Fukuoka International Airport to participate in a 15-day Sakura Science Exchange Program in Japan.

The Sakura Science Exchange Program is sponsored by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), underscoring Japan’s commitment to advancing international scientific collaboration and talent development.

The programme is hosted by the Education Center for Semiconductor and Value Creation, Kyushu University, and the delegation was warmly received by Haruichi Kanaya, Director of the Centre and Professor at the Graduate School of Information Science and Electrical Engineering, Kyushu University.

Designed as an intensive and immersive programme, the Sakura Science Exchange Program provides a dynamic platform for academic exchange and collaboration in RF and microwave engineering and semiconductor-related research. The programme strengthens international research ties while offering participating postgraduate students valuable global exposure, hands-on research experience, and direct engagement with leading experts in the field.

Antenna Research Centre UiTM
Jabatan Penyelidikan dan Inovasi, UITM
SAKURA SCIENCE Exchange Program

𝗔𝗜. 𝗜𝗡𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡. 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗧𝗬𝗣𝗘𝗦. 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗨𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗦 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘.

What happens when bright young minds meet artificial intelligence, real-world problems, and hands-on engineering?
👉 You get future innovators in action!

The Microwave Research Institute (MRI), Universiti Teknologi MARA, with the support of the IEEE Malaysia Antennas and Propagation / Microwave Theory and Technology / Electromagnetic Compatibility (AP/MTT/EMC) Joint Chapter, Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society (EMBS), Industrial Electronics/ Industry Applications (IE/IA) Joint Chapter, Control Systems Society (CSS), and Education Society (EduSoc) proudly hosted a high-energy STEM workshop for selected students from MRSM Pengkalan Hulu, and the results were nothing short of AMAZING.

This wasn’t a typical workshop. The students didn’t sit and listen.
They designed. coded. tested. built. failed. improved. and BUILT again.

Using a capstone-style, real-engineering approach, each team transformed ideas into real working smart systems powered by machine learning.

Led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Megat Syahirul Amin Megat Ali, and powered by an incredible mentor team, Dr. Muhammad Hasif Azami, Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Nurul Huda Abd Rahman, Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Norashikin M. Thamrin, and Dr. Siti Amalina Enche Ab Rahim, the students went through the full innovation journey from zero to prototype.

And what did they achieve?
* 5 fully functioning smart system prototypes
* Live demos + eye-catching posters
* Early exposure to innovation ownership & intellectual property
* 5 copyrights

The closing ceremony was electric, filled with excitement, proud parents, supportive teachers, and inspiring IEEE Malaysia societies representatives. Certificates were presented, cameras were flashing, and young innovators stood tall beside the systems they built themselves.

They didn’t walk away with just certificates.
They walked away with REAL PROTOTYPES. REAL SKILLS. REAL CONFIDENCE. 💪
And yes, these projects are ready to hit innovation and STEM competitions.

This is how the future is built.
One idea. One team. One brave young innovator at a time.

Jabatan Penyelidikan dan Inovasi, UITM

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗿. 𝗬𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘄𝗹𝗮 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗥𝗜

The Microwave Research Institute (MRI), Universiti Teknologi MARA, was pleased to welcome Dr. Yash Chawla, Founder of CRAFT (Collaboratory for Responsible and Future Technologies) and Deputy Head of the Department of Computational Social Science, Faculty of Management, Wrocław University of Science and Technology, Poland.

This visit was an outcome of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Megat Syahirul Amin’s recent engagement in France, during which Dr. Chawla was introduced by Prof. Kamel Haddadi (Université de Lille), leading to subsequent online discussions and the identification of potential areas of collaboration.

His 7-day visit featured a series of strategic engagements, including exploration of the potential establishment of a CRAFT Malaysia Chapter, the organisation of an interactive public session (CRAFT B.E.E.R.), and a roundtable discussion to outline a collaborative and multidisciplinary research framework involving UiTM, Wrocław University of Science and Technology, and Université de Lille.

From France to Malaysia, and now expanding across Europe and Asia, this is how meaningful collaborations begin: with conversations, shared visions, and the courage to build something together. Excited for what lies ahead and grateful for the connections that make this journey possible.

𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 (𝐌𝐑𝐈), 𝐔𝐢𝐓𝐌.

The Microwave Research Institute (MRI), Universiti Teknologi MARA was pleased to host Prof. Kamel Haddadi from IEMN–CNRS, Université de Lille, France, as part of our ongoing MyTIGER 2024 research activities.

Following several days of technical engagements and laboratory sessions, the final day of 2025 was marked by a focused and productive research discussion between Prof. Haddadi and the MRI research team. The session covered a review of experimental results obtained by the Malaysian team, publication planning, and the formulation of a research roadmap for 2026, including:

• the application of interferometric techniques,
• the development of AI-based modelling for advanced analysis, and
• planned reciprocal research visits between MRI and IEMN–CNRS to support continued joint experimentation and collaboration.

The team also took this opportunity to brainstorm potential new collaborative research projects, further strengthening long-term cooperation between Malaysia and France.

MRI is grateful for the productive exchanges and the strong partnership established under this collaboration. We look forward to an exciting year ahead as we continue advancing microwave research and international collaboration in 2026.

This project is supported by the Embassy of France to Malaysia and Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) through the France–Malaysia Collaboration Programme for Joint Research (MyTIGER 2024) and the UiTM Strategic Research Partnership International grant.

We are pleased to extend our sincere congratulations to Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Nurul Huda Abd Rahman and her research team on the successful award of the Sakura Science Exchange Program Grant by the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) under the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan.

Grant: Sakura Science Exchange Program (SSP)
Collaborator: Kyushu University
Project Title: Performance Evaluation of RF Energy Harvesting and Millimeter-Wave (mmWave) Antennas: A Practical Research Exploration through Malaysia-Japan Collaboration
Grant Amount: ¥2,967,400 (approximately RM76,970)

This international grant reflects the strong research capability of MRI and reinforces UiTM’s commitment to advancing high-impact research and strategic global collaboration. The project will further strengthen Malaysia-Japan academic cooperation while contributing to the development of advanced RF and mmWave technologies.

We congratulate Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Nurul Huda Abd Rahman and the entire research team on this notable achievement and wishes them every success in the implementation of this programme.

Jabatan Penyelidikan dan Inovasi, UITM