Emerging Developments in GHz Engineering (EDGE) 2025Emerging Developments in GHz Engineering (EDGE) 2025 marks the official inauguration of the IEEE MTT-S Thompson Okanagan Chapter. This full-day event is dedicated to advancing knowledge and collaboration in microwave, RF, and GHz-frequency engineering. EDGE 2025 brings together academic leaders, industry experts, researchers, and students for an engaging program featuring keynote talks, panel discussions, technical sessions, lab tours, and project demonstrations. The summit aims to establish a strong regional hub for innovation and excellence in GHz technologies, providing valuable networking and learning <a href="http://opportunities.The" target="_blank" title="opportunities.The">opportunities.The day begins with remarks from the executive members of the IEEE Thompson Okanagan Section, and interim officers of the MTT-S chapter, followed by the formal inauguration ceremony. Attendees will enjoy a range of activities including an industry panel, a Distinguished Microwave Lecture, a Young Professionals talk, and a networking lunch. Lab visits, project demonstrations, and a poster session offer hands-on experiences, while invited talks and industry presentations explore advanced microwave topics. The event concludes with student and technical presentations showcasing innovative research by emerging engineers and <a href="http://scientists.Agenda:" target="_blank" title="scientists.Agenda:">scientists.Agenda: Morning SessionTime Activity08:00 – 09:00 Breakfast and Networking09:00 – 09:50 Welcome Note and Inaugration of IEEE MTT-S Chapter09:50 – 10:10 Break10:10 – 11:00 Industry Panel Discussion11:00 – 11:30 Distinguished Microwave Lecture (DML) Talk11:30 – 12:00 Young Professionals (YP) Talk12:00 – 13:00 Lunch Break---------------------------------------------------------------Afternoon SessionTime Activity13:00 – 14:00 Lab Visits / Project Demonstrations14:00 – 14:30 Invited Talk14:30 – 15:00 Industry Talk15:00 – 16:00 Student / Technical PresentationsRoom: EME 0050, Bldg: UBC Okanagan Engineering, Management and Education Building, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada