Date added: 2026-02-16
First place in the IMFW 2026 Filter Design Competition in Hong Kong – an inspiring success for doctoral students
A team of PhD students from the Department of Microwave and Antenna Engineering achieved a spectacular success during the international IEEE International Microwave Filter Workshop (IMFW 2026), held on 7–9 February 2026 in Hong Kong, winning first place in the prestigious IMFW 2026 Filter Design Competition.
The winning project was developed by Michał Baranowski, MSc Eng, and Maciej Jasiński, MSc Eng. Their solution proved to be the best among teams from around the world, including strong representatives from China and Switzerland.
A competition that tests real engineering competence
This year’s edition of the competition focused on designing a microwave filter with a strictly defined specification, intended for applications in modern wireless communication systems. The task covered the entire design process - from the initial concept and technical assumptions to final implementation.
The requirements were extremely rigorous, and each team presented its own, often fundamentally different, approach to the problem. The final round demonstrated an exceptionally high level of technical expertise and innovation.
First place and the satisfaction of supervisors
The first prize is a major distinction and clear confirmation that young researchers are capable of successfully competing with the world’s leading research centres by combining advanced theory with engineering practice.
The victory also had a symbolic dimension - it brought a smile to the supervisors, Prof. Michał Mrozowski and Prof. Adam Lamecki, experienced researchers who have seen countless projects and competitions, yet still found the scale of this achievement both exceptional and deeply moving.
The authors of the project emphasize that the accomplishment is the result of the entire academic environment:
“Thank you very much for the words of appreciation. We would also like to stress that this is a success of our supervisors and the university itself, thanks to whom we had access to the knowledge and tools necessary to win the competition.”
The story of this success is about much more than receiving an award. It shows that ambitious projects carried out in a supportive research environment have a real chance of succeeding. It also highlights how crucial cooperation with supervisors and strong institutional research facilities are on the path to achievement. At the same time, it confirms that the ability to effectively combine theory with engineering practice is now one of the most valuable competencies of a young researcher.
You can read more about the competition on the official website: https://www.imfw-ieee.org/student/design-competition.html