Registration Is Now Open
Join NDIA and the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Defense Division on October 19, 2022, for a forum on CBRN Threats and Challenges – A Classified Update taking place at the National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at University of Nebraska located at 9070 Junction Dr., Annapolis Junction, MD 20701 from 9:30 am – 12:30 pm.
This event is classified at the Secret level. Please submit your VAR using the instructions found on our Security Clearance Information page. The deadline to submit clearances is Friday, October 14, 2022. Clearances will not be processed onsite.
Registration is required to participate in this event. The National Strategic Research Insitute (NSRI) at University of Nebraska has a capacity limit; therefore, we will close in person registration once that limit is met. Registration will close on Friday, October 14, 2022.
We are excited to announce our Speakers!

Joint Program Executive Officer
Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense

Deputy Assistant Secretary Defense
Chemical and Biological Defense
To learn more about this event and view our draft agenda online, visit the event webpage.
For questions about registration, please email Krystal Heard at kheard@NDIA.org.
COVID-19 and Conference Details
The CBRN planning team is monitoring the COVID-19 situation as the health of our event participants, members, and partners remains our top priority. We are committed to following the guidelines and precautions as outlined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Attendees can expect to see the following at the conference:
PROOF OF VACCINATION: All attendees will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours prior to badge pick-up. Details for securely providing documentation will be provided shortly on the event website.
MASKS:Fully vaccinated attendees are encouraged to wear face masks but, in accordance with CDC guidance, may make that choice for themselves. If you are not fully vaccinated, you are required to wear a face mask in public places.
WAIVER: All registrants are required to sign the COVID-19 waiver during the online registration process. Attendees may disclose their vaccination status at the time of signing.
SOCIAL DISTANCING: Additional venue space will be available to allow for attendees to spread out.
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Dates
October 19, 2022
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Location
National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at University of Nebraska
9070 Junction Dr. Suite F
Annapolis Junction, MD 20701
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Contact
Krystal Heard
Meeting Manager
(703)247-2558
kheard@NDIA.org
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Arlington, VA 22201

