On Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the IEEE AIUB Student Branch, in collaboration with the Faculty of Engineering, American International University- Bangladesh (AIUB), IEEE APS MTTS Bangladesh Joint Chapter, and IEEE MTT-S AIUB Student Branch Chapter, successfully organized a seminar titled “Near-Field Meta-Steering: A Low-Profile Method for Antenna Beam Steering.” The seminar aimed to provide students with valuable knowledge of advanced antenna technologies, near-field meta steering, low profile antenna design and innovative techniques for antenna beam steering.

The program commenced with an inaugural speech by Prof. Dr. Md. Abdur Rahman, Pro Vice-Chancellor, AIUB, Advisor, IEEE AIUB Student Branch. He emphasized the importance of emerging technologies and research in electromagnetic and antenna engineering and highlighted their role in advancing modern wireless communication systems. He then invited the distinguished speaker of the session, Prof. Karu P. Esselle, Distinguished Professor of Electromagnetic and Antenna Engineering, University of Technology Sydney, Australia. The speaker introduced the concept of near-field meta-steering and discussed its application as a low-profile method for antenna beam steering. He elaborated on the underlying principles, design approaches and potential applications of meta steering technology, highlighting its significance in developing compact and efficient antenna systems for advanced wireless communication applications.

The seminar concluded with an interactive Q&A session where the speaker addressed various queries from enthusiastic participants, creating an engaging and informative discussion environment.

Following the Q&A session, Dr. M. Tanseer Ali, Associate Professor and Head, Graduate Program, Faculty of Engineering, Department of EEE, AIUB, delivered the closing remarks by emphasizing the importance of research, knowledge sharing, and technological innovation in the field of antenna engineering. Afterwards, Dr. Tanseer presented a token of appreciation to the speaker in recognition of his valuable contribution to the seminar.

The event started at 4:00 PM (GMT +6) and concluded at 6:00 PM (GMT +6). A total of 100+ participants attended the seminar.