Lunch and Learn – Rohde & Schwarz at UBC Okanagan

IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society (MTT-S) chapter of Thompson Okangan section and UBC Okanagan is pleased to welcome Rohde & Schwarz, a global leader in test and measurement solutions, for an engaging Lunch & Learn session on the latest developments in RF & Microwave Engineering. Rohde & Schwarz representatives will introduce the company’s extensive portfolio and highlight partnerships with leading universities, showcasing opportunities for collaboration and academic engagement. The session will cover cutting-edge research areas and industry solutions, including: – Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) and Channel Emulation – addressing connectivity challenges for satellite and next-generation wireless systems. – GNSS and Indoor Localization – exploring positioning, navigation, and timing technologies for reliable global and indoor applications. – MIMO and OTA Testing – including Compact Antenna Test Range (CATR) methods, phased array analysis, and beamforming validation for advanced communication systems. – THz Testing Solutions and Applications – enabling research and development for high-frequency technologies driving beyond-5G and 6G innovation. – RF Components Characterization – precise measurements and techniques for evaluating performance in complex RF systems. – 6G New Modulations and Test Cases – insights into emerging standards and experimental approaches for next-generation wireless networks. This session is an opportunity for students, researchers, and faculty to learn about state-of-the-art measurement techniques that support both academic research and real-world engineering challenges. Event Highlights: – Technical presentations by Rohde & Schwarz experts – Live discussions on future wireless communication trends – Networking opportunities with industry professionals – Lunch Who should attend: – Graduate and undergraduate students in Electrical, Computer, and Mechanical Engineering – Faculty and researchers working in wireless communication, RF, and signal processing – Anyone interested in cutting-edge communication technologies and measurement solutions Co-sponsored by: Rohde & Schwarz Speaker(s): Anis Agenda: – Welcome & Introduction – Opening remarks from UBC Okanagan host – Introduction of Rohde & Schwarz team – Company Overview & University Partnerships – Rohde & Schwarz history and global presence – Collaboration with academic institutions and research labs – Emerging Technologies in Wireless Communication – Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN) & Channel Emulation solutions – GNSS & Indoor Localization – Testing Methodologies for Next-Gen Systems – MIMO & OTA testing: CATR, phased array, beamforming validation – RF Components Characterization – Looking Ahead: 6G and Beyond – THz testing solutions and applications – 6G new modulations and test cases – Q&A and Discussion – Open floor for student, faculty, and researcher engagement – Closing Remarks & Networking over Lunch Room: EME 1151, Bldg: UBC Okanagan Engineering, Management and Education Building, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, V1V 1V7