08/21/2026
The recent 2026 IEEE International Symposium on Antennas and Propagation held in July 2026 in Detroit, Michigan featured a Special Session entitled “Advancing Electromagnetics for Half a Century: The Impact of Research and Service of Professor Stuart A. Long” to honor the five decades of research, teaching, and service of Professor Stuart Long at the University of Houston.
Papers were given about his research accomplishments in developing two separate classes of antennas: the microstrip patch antenna and the dielectric resonator antenna, as well as his leadership of the Applied Electromagnetics research group at the University of Houston. Other presentations highlighted his service to the IEEE Antennas and Propagation Society, his advocacy and support of women in engineering, and his efforts in promoting undergraduate research activities. The presenters were from around the world and included speakers from Australia, Hong Kong, Spain, and Italy, as well as the U.S.
What an incredible honor for Dr. Long, the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Research and the Honors College!
