Prof. Zhongxiang Shen, Yangtze Delta Region Academy of Beijing Institute of Technology, Jiaxing, China (IEEE Fellow)
Speech Title: Electromagnetic Selective Structures: Concept and Design
Abstract: In this talk, we intend to provide a brief overview of electromagnetic selective surfaces/structures (EMSS). According to the properties of an incident electromagnetic wave, EMSS can be divided into four categories: frequency-selective structure (FSS), polarization-selective surface (PSS), angle-selective surface (ASS), and energy-selective surface (ESS). Recent developments and advances in the design of EMSS will also be briefly introduced. Finally, future opportunities in the areas of the design and analysis of EMSS will be suggested.
Biography: Zhongxiang Shen (M’98–SM’04–F’17) received the B.Eng. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, China, in 1987, the M.S. degree in electrical engineering from Southeast University, Nanjing, China, in 1990, and the Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering from the University of Waterloo, Waterloo, ON, Canada, in 1997.
From 1990 to 1994, he was with the Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Nanjing. In 1997, he joined Com Dev Ltd., Cambridge, ON, as an Advanced Member of Technical Staff. In 1998, he was a Post-Doctoral Fellow first with the Gordon McKay Laboratory, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, USA, and then with the Radiation Laboratory, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA. From Jan. 1999 to Dec. 2023, he was a faculty member (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Full Professor) of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. He is now a Strategic Scientist at Yangtze Delta Region Academy of Beijing Institute of Technology, Jiaxing, Zhejiang, China. He has authored or coauthored more than 240 journal papers (among them 180 were published in IEEE journals) and presented more than 200 conference papers. His current research interests include the design of small and planar antennas for various wireless communication systems as well as analysis and design of electromagnetic-selective structures.
Prof. Shen served as the Chair of the IEEE MTT/AP Singapore Chapter in 2009. He was the Chair of the IEEE AP-S Chapter Activities Committee from 2010 to 2014. He served as the Secretary of the IEEE AP-S from Jul. 2014 to Dec. 2018 and was an elected AdCom member of the IEEE AP-S from Jan. 2017 to Dec. 2019. He was a Distinguished Lecturer of the IEEE AP-S from Jan 2021 to Dec. 2023. He is currently the Editor-in-Chief of IEEE Open Journal of Antennas and Propagation.
Prof. Jiancao Hou, Sichuan University, China
Speech Title: Multi-objective microwave wireless power transfer - the energy cornerstone of 6G-enabled intelligent everything
Abstract: As mobile communication technology evolving from 5G-A to 6G, 6G is expanding the boundaries of microwave wireless communication capabilities and truly realize the various intelligent sensing and immersive interaction applications, achieving 6G-enabled “Intelligent Everything”. The vision of supporting trillions of wireless devices for intelligent mutual connectivity is facing a fundamental but extremely important challenge of energy supply. Multi-objective microwave wireless power transfer is one of the key technologies that can empower the development of this requirement. This talk will focus on the design of a multi-objective microwave wireless power transfer system. Starting from a brief introduction of the basic principles of microwave wireless power transfer, spatial matching theory, and the current development status around the world, this talk will conduct a feasibility analysis of developing a multi-objective microwave wireless power transfer system via hybrid beamforming at mmWave. Meanwhile, suggestions will be given regarding the development of key technologies.
Biography: Dr Jiancao Hou is a full Professor at College of Electronics and Information Engineering, Sichuan University. He received his Ph.D. degree from the University of Surrey in the U.K. He is a senior member of IEEE. He has been engaged in fundamental research and innovative applications in areas of microwave wireless power transfer, digital beamforming, and ultra-wideband signal processing technologies. He has published over 20 papers in international journals and conference proceedings, and has applied for and/or obtained more than 30 patents in the U.S. and China. Additionally, he has led and participated in projects including the EU Horizon 2020 research projects, the U.K. Natural Fund Council (EPSRC) research projects, the National Key Research and Development Programs of China, Provincial Major Science and Technology projects, and etc.
Prof. Mei Li, Chongqing University, China
Speech Title: Recent research progress on compact, broadband, high-efficiency parasitic arrays
Abstract: With the miniaturization and integration trends in systems such as terminal devices, base stations, vehicle platforms, and satellite communications, high-gain array antennas with beamforming and polarization customization capabilities are becoming increasingly widely used, while facing ever-stricter performance requirements and challenges. To achieve high gain and specific beam directions, traditional array antennas typically employ parallel/series-fed networks to apply specific excitation amplitudes and phases to each radiating element. However, constrained by their additional feed networks, array antennas often face issues such as increased size, higher insertion loss, narrowed bandwidth, and elevated costs. In modern wireless communication platforms and terminal products with increasingly limited clearance and growing demand for higher gain, there is an urgent need to develop compact, high-efficiency, and broadband high-gain arrays. To address these challenges, this talk focuses on compact, broadband, and high-efficiency arrays based on the near-field coupling mechanism. The talk emphasizes how to achieve efficient control of excitation amplitude, phase, and polarization under the parasitic coupling array configuration.
Biography: Dr Mei Li is a full Professor at the School of Microelectronics and Communication Engineering, Chongqing University, and a Senior Member of IEEE. She received her Ph.D. degree from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC) in 2016. She conducted academic visits at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), USA, and the University of Macau.
Her research interests include miniaturized planar antennas, antenna arrays based on periodic/quasi-periodic structures, and related areas. She has published over 100 peer-reviewed papers. She has been recognized as a recipient of the National Young Talent Program, a New Chongqing Young Innovative Talent, and a Reserve Candidate for Academic and Technical Leader of Chongqing. She received the Young Scientist Award from the International Applied Computational Electromagnetics Society (ACES) in 2019 and won the First Prize from the China Association of Inventions in 2022.
Assoc. Prof. Chuan Lin, Southwest Jiaotong University, China
Speech Title: Theory and Practice of Near-Field Millimeter-Wave Imaging for Human Security Screening
Abstract: Millimeter-wave imaging is a key technology for next-generation security screening, playing an important role in public safety. This talk presents a systematic overview of the theory and practice of near-field millimeter-wave imaging for human security inspection. We first introduce the fundamental imaging mechanisms and representative reconstruction methods in active systems. To address challenges in system cost and acquisition efficiency, we then discuss imaging frameworks based on sparse sampling and array design. Furthermore, hybrid reconstruction approaches that integrate physics-consistent models with data-driven methods are highlighted to improve imaging quality and efficiency. Finally, we explore automatic target detection and recognition techniques, with particular emphasis on robust identification of unknown objects. This talk aims to bridge theory and practice, providing insights for developing efficient, accurate, and intelligent millimeter-wave security imaging systems.
Biography: Chuan Lin was born in Fuzhou, China, in 1980. He received the B.Eng. and Ph.D. degrees from Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu, China, in 2003 and 2010, respectively. He joined the Southwest Research Institute of Electronic Equipment, Chengdu, China, as an Engineer, in April 2010, and a Senior Engineer in 2012. From May 2013 to April 2017, he was an Associate Professor with the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu. He is currently an Associate Professor with Southwest Jiaotong University, Chengdu. His research interests include microwave imaging, machine learning, intelligent detection, and computational intelligence.
Assoc. Prof. Yi Chen Zhong, Xidian University, China
Biography: Yi Chen Zhong was born in Chengdu, Sichuan, China, in 1990. He received the B.E. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC), Chengdu, China, in 2013 and 2020, respectively. He is currently an Associate Professor with Xidian University. From 2017 to 2019, he was an Honorary Associate with the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA.
His research interests broadly encompass near-field and far-field converged antennas, metasurfaces including reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), and high-density integrated phased arrays. He has published over 30 peer-reviewed papers, including 13 in the prestigious IEEE Transactions on Antennas and Propagation (IEEE TAP).
Associate Research Fellow Yunpeng Zhang, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China
Biography: Yunpeng Zhang was born in Yunnan, China, in 1990. He received the B.S. degree in electromagnetic field and wireless technology and the Ph.D. degree in electromagnetic field and microwave technology from University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC), Chengdu, China, in 2013 and 2019, respectively. From 2020 to 2022, he was a Postdoctoral Fellow at UESTC. He is currently an Associate Research Fellow with the School of Electronic Science and Engineering, UESTC. His current research interests include material electromagnetic parameters measurement and microwave non-destructive testing.
He has presided over more than 10 projects, including the National Key R&D Program of China, the National Natural Science Foundation of China, and the China Post-Doctoral Science Foundation. He has published over 20 papers in SCI journals such as IEEE TAP, IEEE TMTT as the first or corresponding author, and has obtained over 40 invention patents and 4 group standards. He serves as a member of the TC01 Technical Committee within the CSTM Electronic Materials Field Committee, and has been awarded the Bronze Award in China Postdoctoral Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition and the Young Scientist Award in the 4th Microwave Energy Chemical Application Conference.
Associate Research Fellow Hao Wang, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China
Biography: Hao Wang was born in Sichuan, China in 1988. He received his PH.D. degree in Physical Electronics from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC) from 2011 to 2017, during which he completed two years of joint training at the French National Institute for Research in Computer Science and Automation (INRIA) (2015-2017). From 2021 to 2023, he completed his postdoctoral research at the Shenzhen Institute for Advanced Study of UESTC.
His research focuses on electromagnetic computation, collaborative simulation of multi-physics fields, high-performance computing, and related CAE technologies. He has published more than 50 papers, including IEEE TAP, IEEE TMTT, has applied for over 20 Chinese invention patents, and has obtained more than 20 computer software copyrights.
Associate Research Fellow Junhui Yin, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China
Biography: Junhui Yin was born in Hunan, China, in 1989. He received his Ph.D. degree in Electronic Science and Technology from the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC), Chengdu, China, in 2020. In July 2020, he joined the School of Electronic Science and Engineering at UESTC, where he has been an Associate Researcher since May 2022. His research interests include mesh generation, scene reconstruction, and numerical methods.
Over the past five years, he has served as principal investigator or co–principal investigator on seven national-level research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, as well as subprojects of major national initiatives on large-scale industrial software, subprojects of national science and technology major projects, and subprojects of national key R&D program of china. He has published over 40 academic papers, filed more than 20 national invention patents, and obtained 13 software copyrights. He was awarded the First Prize of the Sichuan Provincial Technological Invention Award in 2025.
Associate Research Fellow Chong Gao, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China
Biography: Chong Gao was born in Shanxi, China, in 1993. He received the Ph.D. degree in electromagnetic field and microwave technology from University of Electronic Science and Technology of China (UESTC), Chengdu, China, in 2020. From 2020 to 2023, he was a Postdoctoral Fellow at UESTC. He is currently an Associate Research Fellow with the School of Electronic Science and Engineering, UESTC.
His current research interests include electrical performance test of materials/components, design of the microwave detection sensors and systems. He has published more than 30 papers, including IEEE TMTT, IEEE TIM, and has applied for over 40 Chinese invention patents. He has presided over more than 10 projects, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the China Post-Doctoral Science Foundation, and others. He served as the workshop chair of the international conferences for several times.
Dr. Haoqiang Feng, Zhejiang University, China
Biography: Haoqiang Feng was born in Hangzhou, China, in 1997. He received the B.E. degree in information engineering from Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China, in 2019, and the Ph.D. degree in electronic science and technology from Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China, in 2025. Currently, he serves as a Qiushi Postdoctoral Research Fellow with the Department of Information Science and Electronic Engineering, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China. His research interests include advanced numerical methods, multiphysics modeling, and high-performance computing.