Call for Papers and Tutorials Now Open for the 13th Annual IEEE Workshop on Wide Bandgap Power Devices and Applications

he Thirteenth IEEE Workshop on Wide Bandgap Power Devices and Applications (WiPDA 2026) will take place October 26-28, 2026, in Burlington, VT. WiPDA brings together device scientists, circuit designers, systems engineers, and application experts to share the latest advances in materials, devices, packaging, and real-world implementations.

Sponsored by IEEE, PSMA, IEEE-PELS, and IEEE-EDS and supported by academia, industry, and national laboratories, WiPDA 2026 is a must-attend event for anyone working at the intersection of semiconductor innovation and high-efficiency power conversion.

Why Attend WiPDA?

WiPDA 2026 brings together the global power electronics community to explore the latest advances in wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductor technologies, including gallium nitride (GaN), silicon carbide (SiC), and next-generation ultra-wide bandgap materials. As demands for higher efficiency, greater power density, and more sustainable energy systems continue to accelerate, WBG devices are enabling new possibilities across electric mobility, renewable energy, AI infrastructure, aerospace, industrial systems, and grid modernization.

The conference provides a collaborative environment where researchers, engineers, manufacturers, and system designers can exchange ideas, present new developments, and address the practical challenges of deploying WBG technologies at scale.

This year's program will include:

• Technical Sessions highlighting advances in devices, packaging, reliability, converter topologies, and application-driven system design.
• Tutorials offering both foundational and advanced insight into key WBG topics and emerging trends.
• Keynote Presentations led by recognized experts from industry, academia, and research institutions.
• Panel Discussions featuring industry leaders and technical experts addressing emerging trends, market adoption challenges, supply chain considerations, standards, and the future direction of WBG technologies.
• Poster Sessions and an Industry Exposition showcasing the latest technologies, products, and innovations from across the WBG ecosystem.

Call for Papers and Tutorials

WiPDA 2026 is now accepting one-page abstracts for tutorial proposals (deadline June 13, 2026) and two-page abstracts for technical papers (deadline July 14, 2026).

All accepted and presented papers will be published in the IEEE Xplore Digital Library, giving authors global visibility and citation opportunities.

Technical paper topics include:

• Wide bandgap and ultra-wide bandgap materials growth
• Device structures, fabrication, and modeling
• High-efficiency and compact power converters
• Advanced packaging and gate drive circuits
• Applications in EVs, renewable energy, aerospace, industrial automation, and more
• System design philosophies and future roadmap discussions

Tutorial proposals should include:

• A half-page description of the proposed topic
• A brief biography of the presenter(s)

Help Shape the Future of Wide Bandgap Power Electronics

Wide bandgap technologies are accelerating the transformation of modern power electronics, enabling higher efficiency, increased power density, and new levels of system performance across transportation, energy, computing, aerospace, industrial automation, and beyond. WiPDA 2026 offers a unique opportunity to engage with the engineers, researchers, and industry leaders driving these advancements from concept to commercialization.

Whether your work focuses on breakthrough device development, advanced packaging, converter innovation, reliability, manufacturing, or real-world system deployment, WiPDA 2026 provides a forum to exchange ideas, build collaborations, and stay connected to the rapidly evolving WBG ecosystem.

For submission guidelines, registration details, and the latest updates, visit: www.wipda.org

Organizations interested in increasing their visibility within the wide bandgap power electronics community are invited to explore sponsorship and exhibition opportunities at WiPDA 2026.

For more information or to become a sponsor, contact Douglas Merrill (Douglas.Merrill@uvm.edu)

Mark your calendar. Prepare your abstract. And join us in Vermont to help shape the future of power electronics.

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