2016 URSI International Symposium on Electromagnetic Theory (EMTS)

The International Symposium on Electromagnetic Theory (EMTS 2016) is held 14–18 August 2016 in Espoo, Finland. It is organized by the Commission B (Fields and Waves) of the International Union of Radio Science (URSI) and Aalto University. EMTS 2016 is the 22nd event in the triennial series of international EMT symposia which has a long history since 1953. Its scope covers all areas of electromagnetic theory and its applications, and it is the major scientific event of the Commission B, along with the URSI General Assembly and Scientific Symposium.

The venue is the main building of Aalto University in the Otaniemi Campus, 9 km west of Helsinki center and 27 km from the Helsinki airport. The area is well connected with public transportation. The conference offers plenary talks by distinguished speakers, regular oral and poster sessions, and a one-day school for young scientists (August 14) focusing on a given topic in electromagnetics. A number of Young Scientist Awards will be offered covering the registration fee and accommodation during the conference. In addition, business meetings, receptions, and conference banquet will be organized.

EMTS 2016 focuses on electromagnetic fields and their applications. Contributions on any aspect of the scope of Commission B are invited. The submission (2–4 pages in IEEE two column format) will be reviewed by the Commission B Technical Advisory Board.