Keynote Speakers
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Dr. Alvin L. Smith, Ph.D., PMP, NASA, Mars Sample Return, Sample Receiving Project in the Astromaterials Research & Exploration Sciences (ARES) Division at NASA’s Johnson Space Center Topic: Containment Measures Related to Planetary Protection during Mars Missions
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Joey Ramp-Adams, Founder of Empower Ability Consulting, Inc.
Topic: Mobility Issues and Accommodations in Biological Laboratories
Panel Discussion - Laboratory Sustainability
- Elizabeth Main, Director, University of Maryland, Sustainability & Special Projects, Office of Facilities & Operations
- Juan Osorio, Senior Biocontainment Engineer, World BioHazTec
- Sean Sharp, PhD, Assistant Professor of Biology, Hood College
Technical Presentations
- From Labs to Fields: Building an Integrated Regional Framework for Agricultural Biorisk Management, Ken Shenge, USDA
- Protecting the Sacred Timeline: The Joys and Frustrations of Functional Exercises, Matt Fischer, University of Maryland Baltimore
- Best Laid Plans: Overcoming Challenges to Biodecontamination, Elizabeth Massoth, CURIS System
- Strategies for Designing and Implementing a Culture of Safety, Meghan Seltzer, The MITRE Corporation
- Energy Recovery in Liquid Decontamination Systems, Jacob Moran, PRI Systems
- Applications of Phage Therapy, Dan Eisenmann, Advarra
ChABSA Business Meeting
The ChABSA Business Meeting is an opportunity for members to learn about the organization’s achievements over the past year and plans for the future. This session provides updates on key initiatives, financials, and upcoming opportunities to get involved. Join us to stay informed and contribute to the direction of ChABSA!
Travel Information
The 2025 ChABSA Annual Scientific Symposium will be held in Building 4 (Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Facility).
9631 Gudelsky Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
Validated parking for designated parking will be provided to all attendees. You must park in the designated area to receive parking validation. More information is forthcoming.
Door Prizes
Attendees will have the opportunity to win door prizes. Must be present to win.
Food and Beverage
A continental breakfast and lunch will be provided to all registered attendees. Coffee and tea breaks in the exhibitor area will be provided.
