Invitation to Submit proposals for Panel and Rump Sessions: The 2011 IMS Technical Program Committee is soliciting proposals for panel and rump sessions. Topics in the RF/microwave arena which are particularly timely or controversial are encouraged, as are topics which are particularly relevant to the symposium's Baltimore/Washington area venue.

Panel Sessions: Panel Sessions are approximately one-hour sessions, typically held during lunchtime Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday. Examples of Panel Sessions at previous symposia include:

• System-On-Chip vs. System-On-Package for Emerging 3D Microsystems
• Silicon at THz Frequencies: A Reality or a Dream?
• A Return to the Classic Heterodyne Architecture for Integrated Transceivers?

Rump Sessions: Rump Sessions are typically several hours and are typically held Tuesday evening. Examples of Rump Sessions at previous symposia include:

• Metamaterials: A Rich Opportunity for Discovery or Over-Hyped Gravy Train?
• The Discovery of Gravity Waves Amidst the Noise

Proposal Submission Process: Please submit proposals via e-mail to Dr. Mark Rosker and Dr. Sanjay Raman by September 17 2010. Proposals should include:

• Panel or Rump Session's title
• a brief discussion of the topic
• the name of the panel's organizer and moderator
• a list of potential panelists

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