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Booth Number: 100
908 Devices Inc. is revolutionizing chemical analysis with its simple handheld and desktop devices, addressing life-altering applications. The Company’s devices are used at the point-of-need to interrogate unknown and invisible materials and provide quick, actionable answers to directly address some of the most critical problems in bioprocessing, pharma/biopharma, forensics, life sciences research and adjacent markets. The Company is headquartered in the heart of Boston, where it designs and manufactures innovative products that bring together the power of complementary analytical technologies, microfluidic sampling and separations, software automation, and machine learning.
Booth Number: 210
The CWMD certificate program is designed to enhance the effectiveness of U.S. government personnel, providing a technical foundational knowledge of the current and future chemical, biological, and nuclear threats facing the nation. This program fills the educational needs for DoD personnel requiring an advanced technical understanding of chemical, biological, and nuclear weapon effects on national priorities and military operations. The program consists of five, distance learning (DL) academic courses intended to educate students in the fundamental scientific knowledge necessary for follow-on study of the production, utilization, effects, and mitigation of WMD.
Booth Number: 305-306
Amaratek tackles Wicked Problems with cutting-edge technology. Their team of chemists and engineers designs innovative solutions that significantly enhance security and safety in diverse environments. Amaratek pioneers advanced sensor systems capable of unequivocally identifying trace chemicals and develops robust equipment for threat denial and agent defeat, effectively mitigating risks from chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive hazards. Their dedication to innovation ensures frontline responders and security forces worldwide have essential tools to protect communities and critical infrastructure. Through rigorous research and development, Amaratek remains at the forefront of addressing complex threats, offering reliable solutions that meet the evolving challenges of modern security landscapes. Additionally, Amaratek provides technical support for CONUS and OCONUS testing and evaluation on military and private ranges, including operations at their Remote Desert Testing Facility.
Booth Number: 402
ARA is an international research and engineering company globally recognized for applying technically-excellent, in-depth, and diversified research, engineering, and technical support services to provide answers to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. We have a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil engineering, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and blast testing and measurement. We provide sophisticated technical products and solutions within a diverse range of business areas.
Booth Number: 208-209
For over 70 years, government agencies and industry alike have trusted Battelle to solve their most complex chemical and biological defense challenges. Tap our expertise spanning decades and dozens of interrelated scientific disciplines, unmatched chemical and biological test facilities, advanced product design and manufacturing, and objectivity as the world’s largest independent R&D organization.
Booth Number: 203
BaySpec, Inc. was founded by optical engineers on the premise of manufacturing rugged, reliable, high-performance devices. Despite the company’s relatively small size, we weathered the boom and bust of the telecommunications technology industry, outperforming many large competitors to become one of the market leaders, having shipped more than 35,000 different spectroscopic systems. The same approaches that enabled our systems to weather the telecom competition have also been utilized in our spectroscopy devices.Unlike most optical device companies today, BaySpec manufactures every major component of our systems in-house in the USA. From packaging the detectors, to manufacturing the gratings, to developing the control electronics and operating software, we do it all in our Silicon Valley headquarters. This vertical integration allows us to be much more creative and extremely cost-effective, truly setting BaySpec apart from the competition.
Booth Number: 411
Founded in 2007, Bluemont Technology & Research has been focused on research and the application of emerging technologies. Bluemont focuses on large-scale datacentric applications in the areas of analytics, data acquisition, visualization, data exploitation, sense-making, and machine learning. Our company culture encourages exploration and innovation. Bluemont staff consists of numerous subject matter experts covering a wide swath of the sciences, such as microbiology, nuclear engineering, software engineering, systems engineering, and program/financial management. Most of our employees are ex-military across all the branches of the services, capable of working within security requirements. These people are enabling Bluemont to develop VR training worlds that push past today’s boundaries and are bringing the hazards and safety concerns into play with the student in the VR world.
Booth Number: 309
Groundbreaking innovation opportunities are hidden in today’s complex data landscape. CAS Custom Services partners with clients to identify and solve their scientific information challenges, delivering unique solutions that help them accelerate informed decision-making, mitigate risk, and uncover insights that drive success. As the leading innovator in scientific data management, search, and retrieval, we are uniquely qualified to help our clients meet their scientific information needs. We leverage our high-quality content, specialized expertise, and proprietary technologies in new ways to creatively solve our client’s most difficult data problems, delivering solutions that enable our clients to identify the best results and optimize processes. We help global innovators navigate today’s complex data landscape and reveal the unseen connections and opportunities that spark innovation.
Booth Number: 304
Conductive Technologies (CTI) is a global leader in the field of advanced printed electronics, ablated circuitry and electrochemical sensors. We offer our customers a wealth of development and production capabilities refined over the past 45 years enabling the design and functionality of our customer’s innovations. CTI provides a full range of R&D and Manufacturing services through a team of innovative scientists and engineers assisting our customers in a timely and cost-effective manner. Our precision printing and production processes utilize advanced vision system die-cutting, high-speed multi-process presses, robotic assembly and digital proofing to expedite through-put.
Booth Number: 406-407
The Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction Consortium (CWMD) & The Medical CBRN Defense Consortium (MCDC)offer the JPEO-CBRND, DTRA/JSTO and other government customers access to over 700 entities with expertise in all aspects of Counter WMD and Medical Countermeasure technologies through streamlined Other Transaction Agreements (OTA).
Booth Number: 205
CUBRC and Avarint are distinguished industry leaders in innovative chemical and biological defense research, development, test and evaluation (RDT&E). We provide a full spectrum of chemical and biological T&E in our high-containment chemical surety and BSL-2 / BSL-3 laboratory facilities. CUBRC also partners with biotech companies to secure non-dilutive funding for the advancement of medical countermeasure technologies. We have been a trusted partner and service provider to the chemical and biological defense and public health communities for over 40 years.
Booth Number: 107-109
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 (CB) Defense, an integral component of the Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP), is the sole component of the Department of Defense responsible for research and development of technologies that safeguard the Joint Force, nation, and our allies from the threat of chem-bio weapons. DTRA JSTO provides capability development investments that maintain the U.S. military’s technological superiority in countering weapons of mass destruction and asymmetric threats, mitigates the risks of technical surprise, and responds to the Joint Force’s urgent technical requirements. We accomplish our mission by turning disruptive, ground-breaking discoveries into prototypes and capabilities through collaboration with academia, industry, national laboratory, and government partners.
Booth Number: 307
Provides innovative science and technology to enable development, evaluation, and validation of capabilities for DTRA, DoD, and federal partners that maintain U.S. superiority in countering weapons of mass destruction (CWMD) and countering emerging threats, mitigate the risks of technological surprise, and respond to warfighter’s urgent requirements. Core capabilities include end-to-end testing (planning, execution, and reporting), mobile testing, assessments, and environmental & safety.
Booth Number: 110
ForgeFX Simulations is a custom 3D training simulation software development company. Founded in 2002, ForgeFX develops high-quality custom interactive 3D simulation and visualization software products for clients across a wide array of industries including national defense, healthcare, pharmaceutical, mining, construction, and transportation. Leveraging high-fidelity 3D graphics and modern game engine development tools, ForgeFX provides virtual and augmented reality application development services for clients who are looking to distribute interactive simulation-based training solutions, as well as machine learning and AI development services.
Booth Number: 404
Guild is a collection of top scientists, engineers and production personnel able to field difficult problems and deliver product on time and budget. Working in an organic, team environment, Guild brings to bear years of experience in technology innovation, system integration and product delivery.
Booth Number: 303
Heathcoat Fabrics is the UK’s largest privately owned technical textile manufacturer, renowned for its commitment to quality and pioneering innovation. Specialising in developing and producing highly engineered technical textiles, Heathcoat Fabrics contribute to some of the most innovative fabric-making projects in the world, pushing boundaries in textile engineering while prioritising sustainability. CBRN fabric technology is a core proficiency of Heathcoat’s highly specialised business which includes the ability to impregnate a range of textile constructions with CWA adsorbent compounds. Heathcoat’s latest revolutionary CBRN material is poised to transform chemical defence applications. The PFAS-free NeutraliZr™ textile offers unparalleled capabilities in rapidly adsorbing and detoxifying chemical warfare agents. As part of the US DoD UIPE program, the non-shedding NeutraliZr™ material has been incorporated into PFAS-free CBRN garments and a unique decon mitt application.
Booth Number: 300
Kaléo is a fully integrated pharmaceutical company dedicated to inventing, manufacturing, and commercializing next generation medical countermeasures (MCMs) for the U.S. government and our allies. Kaléo’s innovative auto-injection platform has earned six FDA approvals and is protected by an extensive intellectual property portfolio of ~ 200 patents and patent applications as well as meeting the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) draft guidance standard for 99.999% device reliability. Kaléo is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia in the United States.
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Booth Number: 200
For more than four decades Kappler has defined the protective clothing industry with patented fabrics, innovative seaming technology and unique garment designs that deliver exceptional protection. We are a family-owned business providing American-made quality for added assurance. From fabric development to packing the box, quality is an integral component to every Kappler garment. “Keeping bad stuff off people” is our mission and the motivation behind what we do. The Kappler brand on our protective suit means you always know what you’re getting into.
Booth Number: 311
Kraken Sense introduces the KRAKEN™ device, a cutting-edge qPCR microbial detection platform designed for industries that demand precision, speed, and reliability, such as water quality monitoring, food safety, and healthcare. Our advanced system delivers rapid pathogen detection in under 60 minutes, offering fully autonomous monitoring to reduce human intervention and minimize the risk of errors. With unmatched scalability, the platform is adaptable for both large-scale industrial applications and specific, targeted testing, making it a versatile solution for a wide range of project needs.In addition, we offer CALYPSO™, an innovative Automated NGS Sample Preparation system that transforms next-generation sequencing workflows. CALYPSO™ efficiently processes a wide variety of raw samples, including both DNA and RNA, generating high-quality, sequence-ready libraries in under two hours. Equipped with pre-loaded onboard reagents and proprietary technology, CALYPSO™ minimizes sample loss while ensuring consistent and reliable results across experiments. This robust platform empowers researchers to accelerate discovery and maximize research output.
Booth Number: 104
Headquartered in Reston VA, and with team members located in North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, JGW have been active in the CBRNE world for more than 40 years. JGW provides comprehensive Training, Marketing and Sales, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Contractual Intelligence, Acquisition Support and Proposal Preparation to meet client companies’ diverse needs.
Booth Number: 105
The Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND) provides integrated layered chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear defense capabilities to the Joint Force across Combined Joint All-Domain Operations. As a component of the U.S. Department of Defense Chemical and Biological Defense Program, the JPEO-CBRND protects the entire Joint Force – Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and First Responders – through the advanced development of CBRN defense capabilities that enable our Warfighters to fight and win in a CBRN-contested environment. JPEO-CBRND leads, manages, and directs the acquisition, fielding, and sustainment of CBRN sensors, protective equipment, medical countermeasures, specialized equipment for U.S. Special Forces, integration and information management systems, and defense enabling biotechnologies.
Booth Number: 207
Lactea Therapeutics has developed an active molecule isolation technology to advance industrial-scale pharmaceutical grade biopurification of mammalian innate immune proteins as a new class of pre and post exposure medicine for existing and emerging pathogen agnostic threats. The portfolio consists of an industry first oral and nasal application which has demonstrated success at inhibiting defense priority pathogens of interest to protect to the warfighter against a broad-spectrum of viruses, bacteria and fungi.
Booth Number: 301-302
MRIGlobal has decades of experience working with the US Department of Defense to protect the warfighter from chemical and biological threats. We are committed to improving people’s lives through scientific and engineering research, producing multidisciplinary and innovative solutions. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, MRIGlobal provides independent, customized clinical research support, infectious disease and biological threat agent detection, global biological engagement, in vitro diagnostics, and laboratory management and operations.
Booth Number: 206
The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska helps the U.S. Department of Defense and other federal agencies solve national security challenges across multiple domains through scientific and technical research, training and support. As a non-profit University Affiliated Research Center designated by the DOD, NSRI is a trusted agent. Its cadre of chemists, biologists, engineers and former operators are widely recognized for extensive expertise in the detection and identification of chemical and biological agents. With colleagues from the University of Nebraska, NSRI offers a wide range of research and development services from prototype design and development to solution-based projects in the areas of molecular biology, chemistry, immunology, microbiology, bioinformatics and engineering. NSRI strives to deliver mission-essential tools that are designed in collaboration with DOD end users and purpose-built for field-relevant environments.
Booth Number: 409, 400
To conduct research, perform medical product development and support biosurveillance efforts contributing to national biodefense and to protect the U.S. Joint Force, allies, and international partners from the threat of infectious diseases and other biological agents of global public health concern with potential impact to military operations.
Booth Number: 204
Noblis is a non-profit science and technology organization delivering innovative solutions to the federal government that enrich lives and make our nation safer. As a non-profit organization, we work objectively for the public good and invest in breakthrough solutions to deliver lasting impact on our customers’ missions with a strategic focus in the areas of health, space, national security and critical infrastructure. Our domain experts advance technologies such as artificial intelligence and advanced analytics, applied and environmental sciences, modeling and simulation, cybersecurity, autonomous systems and systems engineering.
Booth Number: 401
Owlstone Medical’s vision is to save 100,000 lives by realizing the enormous promise of breath-based diagnostics through the development and application of Breath Biopsy, a unique platform capable of both biomarker discovery and use in routine clinical testing. The Owlstone group also commercializes a range of highly innovative products based on its proprietary FAIMS chemical sensing technology in other markets including Scientific, Industrial Process Control, Military and Homeland Defense.
Booth Number: 408
Parsons (NYSE:PSN) is a leading disruptive technology provider in the national security and global infrastructure markets, with capabilities across cyber and intelligence, space and missile defense, transportation, environmental remediation, urban development, and critical infrastructure protection.
Booth Number: 308
ReliOx Corporation develops on-demand aqueous chlorine dioxide generators that range from 3oz spray generators/dispensers to 30gl small unit decontamination kit chlorine dioxide generators.Patented start/stop chlorite activation method ensures efficacy/potency and soldier safety. ReliOx Technology provides pH neutral, sterile, aqueous chlorine dioxide for odor control, wound care, decontamination, food preparation and sanitization as well as liquid sterilant applications. ReliOx is interested in partnering and licensing discussions with industry leaders as well as DoD/Federal application champions.
Booth Number: 211
Southwest Research Institute (SwRI), headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, is an independent, nonprofit applied research and development organization that provides a variety of scientific solutions for government and industry. Our multidisciplinary nature allows us to rapidly assemble diverse teams to tackle problems and develop innovative solutions to improve human health and safety.SwRI offers comprehensive drug discovery services that include high-throughput in silico target-based design, analog synthesis, in vitro assays, quantitative structure activity relationships (QSAR) analysis, and lead synthesis for preclinical toxicology. Once a lead candidate has been identified, SwRI offers comprehensive support of chemistry manufacturing controls (CMC) development services for small molecules and biologics that include process development, analytical development, and CGMP production in our FDA-registered (1614272) facilities. SwRI specializes in oral, parenteral, topical, and dermal dosage forms and can adapt formulations to provide extended/sustained release profiles to suit our clients’ needs.
Booth Number: 202
SRC, Inc., a not-for-profit research and development company, combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible® for the challenges faced by America and its allies. For more information, visit www.srcinc.com.
Booth Number: 111
Teledyne FLIR provides trusted and powerful and CBRNE sensing capabilities, helping people around the world save lives, protect the environment, and enhance productivity. Teledyne FLIR’s vision is to safeguard people and property around the world and delivering superior situational understanding to expedite decision-making during defense, counterterrorism, homeland security, HAZMAT, law enforcement, public safety, health, environmental, and commercial missions.
Booth Number: 106
The Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Chemical and Biological Defense (DASD(CBD)), on behalf of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense, oversees the Department of Defense’s Chemical and Biological Defense Program (CBDP). The DASD(CBD) provides the program with strategic direction, conducts oversight of CBDP planning, programming, budgeting, and execution. The DASD(CBD) oversees all CBDP research, development, and acquisition activities and manages the program’s audit and strategic communications.
Booth Number: 101-103
The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Soldier Center, located in Natick, Massachusetts, follows a simple mandate: to ensure that American Soldiers are the best fed, the best protected, and the most highly mobile military in the world. The DEVCOM Soldier Center is the national and international leader in Warfighter science and technology development. The center’s world-class scientists, engineers and equipment designers provide American forces with a wide range of field feeding and life support systems, clothing, precision airdrop systems, and ballistic, chemical, and laser protection systems.
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DEVCOM Chemical Biological Center has a unique role in technology development that cannot be duplicated by private industry or research universities. It fosters research, development, testing, and application of technologies for protecting warfighters, first responders and the nation from chemical and biological warfare agents. DEVCOM Chemical Biological Center is currently developing better ways to remotely detect these chemical and biological materials – before the warfighter or first responder ever enters the threat zone. DEVCOM Chemical Biological Center is also developing a new generation of technologies to counter everything from homemade explosives to biological aerosols to traditional and non-traditional chemical hazards.
Our Mission – Provide innovative chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosive (CBRNE) defense capabilities to enable the Joint Warfighters’ dominance on the battlefield and interagency defense of the homeland.
Our Vision – Be the premier provider of innovative CBRNE solutions for the Army, DOD, the Nation, and our allies.
Booth Number: 403
USAMRIID is a premier medical biological defense laboratory and largest Biosafety Level 3 and 4 containment laboratories in the Department of Defense and the Nation. We provide end-to-end leading-edge medical capabilities to deter and defend against current and emerging biological threat agents.
Booth Number: 405
The Walter Reed Army Institute of Research is the largest biomedical research facility administered by the DOD and the oldest research institution in the Army. Across the globe, WRAIR works with civilian researchers, medical professionals, and military members to develop and test products to reduce the impact of infectious diseases. Additionally, WRAIR conducts basic and applied research that promotes psychological resilience, enhances neurological functioning, and improve Warfighter readiness.