Kashmir Impulse Desk

Srinagar, June 3

A three-day Advanced School of Antenna (ASA) 2026, described by organisers as the first programme of its kind in the region, concluded at the University of Kashmir on Tuesday.

The programme was organised by the university in collaboration with the National Institute of Technology Srinagar, the IEEE AP-S and CRFID Delhi Chapter and the IEEE AP-S/MTT-S Kolkata Chapter.

Held on the theme ‘Antennas in Biomedical and Biotelemetry Devices’, the event brought together researchers, faculty members, students and experts from across India to discuss advances in antenna engineering and their applications in healthcare technologies.

Speaking at the valedictory session, Vice Chancellor KU, Nilofer Khan said the programme highlighted the growing role of interdisciplinary research in addressing challenges in healthcare and technology.

“ASA 2026 provided an excellent platform for researchers, faculty members and students to engage with leading experts and emerging innovations in antenna technologies and biomedical applications,” Khan said.

Dean of the School of Engineering at Kashmir University, Mohammad Tariq Banday, and In-charge Director of NIT Srinagar, Roohie Naaz, emphasised the importance of collaborative research and academic partnerships in promoting innovation and emerging technologies.

Head of the Department of Electronics and Instrumentation Technology at Kashmir University, Farooq Ahmad Khanday, said the programme enabled participants to interact with internationally recognised experts and gain exposure to recent developments in antenna design and biomedical applications.

Organisers said the event was intended to promote knowledge exchange and strengthen research at the intersection of antenna technologies, biotelemetry systems and healthcare innovation.