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“2025 Defense R&D Summit: Exploring Defense Priorities and Advanced Technologies”
The Potomac Officers Club is gearing up for the highly anticipated 2025 Defense R&D Summit, set to take place on January 23. This annual event brings together top technology experts from both the public and private sectors to delve into defense priorities, advanced technologies, and the crucial intersection of innovation and national security.
One of the key highlights of the summit will be a deep dive into the Department of Defense’s top technology priorities, as outlined by Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, Heidi Shyu. Shyu, a 2024 Wash100 awardee, declared 14 critical technology areas back in February 2022, which have since guided the department’s research and development efforts. The recent National Defense Science and Technology Strategy, unveiled in May 2023, aims to bolster R&D foundations and expedite the delivery of advanced capabilities to support the joint mission.
The evolving nature of technology has prompted the Pentagon to adopt a flexible approach to its critical technology areas, allowing for ongoing transformation to meet the ever-changing demands of modern warfare. With a focus on artificial intelligence, quantum science, space technologies, and more, the DOD is making targeted investments in areas that align with the unique characteristics of each technology.
Attendees at the 2025 Defense R&D Summit can look forward to exclusive insights from defense technology leaders on these key technology areas and more. The event will feature keynote addresses from industry experts and panel discussions with representatives from various DOD components and industry partner organizations. Networking sessions throughout the day will provide opportunities to connect with Pentagon leaders and industry peers, fostering collaboration and innovation in the defense R&D space.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping the future of defense technology. Visit the event page on the Potomac Officers Club website to register today and stay updated on speaker confirmations.
