As the World Meeting of Families (WMOF) and Pope Francis’ September visit to Philadelphia approach,

• With World Meeting of Families and Pope's Visit Approaching, Villanova Engages in Events and Discussions on the Papacy, Church and Family

  
  As the World Meeting of Families (WMOF) and Pope Francis’ September visit to Philadelphia approach, the Villanova University community will engage in numerous activities, events and discussions on various topics having to do with the Pope, the Church and family. Below is an overview of these events and programs, as well as the University’s involvement in the WMOF and the Pope’s Visit. read more

• Engineering Professor Brings Antenna Capabilities to Military Armor

  
  For the past four years, Villanova University Electrical and Computer Engineering Professor Ahmad Hoorfar, PhD, director of the Antenna Research Laboratory, has been working on wideband low-profile antennas that provide electronic warfare, jamming and communication capabilities for fiberglass ballistic and blast-resistant armor panels. Project leader Applied Nanotech, Inc. (ANI)—an expert in printed electronics—recently announced the panels’ completion and successful testing in providing multi-channel communications and advanced active protection for vehicles, ships and buildings. read more

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