DSI's Joint CBRN Symposium is Returning to Washington, DC, March 10-11, for its 14th Iteration

The 14th Annual Joint CBRN Symposium will convene leading voices from across government, military, academia, and industry to explore strategies and solutions for countering today’s complex and evolving chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats. Designed to foster collaboration and innovation, this event provides a critical forum for sharing insights, advancing technologies, and strengthening preparedness and response capabilities across the CBRN defense community.

The global chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) security market, valued at $18.7 billion in 2023, is projected to reach nearly $30 billion by 2033. Rising geopolitical instability, asymmetric warfare, and the proliferation of advanced dual-use technologies have intensified the demand for modernized CBRN defense and response solutions. Over the past year, the focus across DoW, DHS, and allied partners has shifted toward integrating artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and advanced biosensing to strengthen detection, protection, and decontamination capabilities. Cross-sector collaboration and technological innovation remain vital to maintaining operational resilience and preparedness across both military and civilian domains.

Attendees will gain firsthand insight from key defense and policy leaders on efforts to safeguard U.S. and allied forces against emerging CBRN threats, enhance interagency cooperation, and prepare the next generation of responders. The 2026 symposium underscores a whole-of-government and multinational commitment to innovation, resilience, and mission success in the face of a rapidly shifting global threat landscape.

Topics of Discussion Include:

• Leading CBRN Acquisition Programs for the Improved Defense and Lethality of the United States

• Eliminating CBRN Threats to Advance Survivability Through Joint Warfighter Support

• Bridging the Frontlines: Strengthening State and Local CBRN Response Capabilities

• Operating in the Hazard Zone: Building Combat-Ready Counter-CBRN Capabilities

• Leading Unified Efforts to Safeguard the United States from WMD and CBRN Threats

• National CBRN Defense Acquisition for the Advancement of Joint Force Readiness and Survivability

• And more

Registration is now open. Active-duty US military and government employees attend complimentary. Sponsorship & exhibit opportunities are available. For more information, visit  https://cbrn.dsigroup.org/.