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2024 CBD S&T CONFERENCE

The CBD S&T Conference brings together the most innovative and influential chemical and biological defense community members from around the world to share insights and collaborate on the emerging chem-bio threats of tomorrow. Join the Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s (DTRA) Chemical and Biological Technologies Department in its role as the Joint Science and Technology Office (JSTO) for Chemical and Biological Defense, an integral component of the Chemical and Biological Defense Program, as we explore impactful concepts in the chem-bio defense landscape.

The 2024 CBD S&T Conference will be held at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward County Convention Center, December 2–5, 2024.

Information on topics and abstract submissions for the conference will follow in the new year. In the meantime, please subscribe to our mailing list and follow us across our social media channels for additional conference updates.

Why Attend?

DYNAMIC LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Hear from thought leaders and experts on the latest ideas and innovations in chem-bio defense research. Participants can look forward to thought-provoking keynote speakers, parallel sessions, special sessions, and poster presentations.

CAPTIVATING COLLABORATION

Connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and discuss chem-bio defense issues we all face together. We encourage this critical dialogue and camaraderie between our chem-bio defense stakeholders — including scientists and researchers, government agencies, national and government laboratories, industry, academia, and students.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Learn about DTRA JSTO’s current and upcoming research opportunities for small and large businesses, academia, and national and government laboratories directly from science and technology managers, small business contracting representatives, contracting officers, and program managers.

GET INSPIRED

Have an idea? Share it with us! This event provides direct access to the best and brightest individuals in the chem-bio defense community. Sometimes the most disruptive ideas come directly from attendees sitting in these very seats!

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The CBD S&T Conference offers significant experiences for individuals committed to safeguarding the joint force and our nation through chemical and biological defense. 

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