CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS
International Conference on Unmanned Aircraft Systems
GEOINT Symposium The 2025 U.S. Geospatial Intelligence (GEOINT) Sympo- sium will convene May 18–21 at America’s Center Conven- tion Complex in St. Louis, Mo. This year’s theme, “GEOINT 2025: Building a Secure Tomorrow Together,” focuses on the collaborative efforts and innovative strategies driving the future of geospatial intelligence. Explore the intersection of technology and security as attendees address the chal- lenges and opportunities in today’s complex geopolitical landscape. From land to sea, and from cyberspace to outer space, GEOINT’s impact is felt across every dimension and domain. Engage with industry experts, government leaders, and innovators to discover how geospatial intelligence is shaping a safer world for tomorrow. (Register here) The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Robot- ics and Automation Society (IRAS) will sponsor the 202 5 International Conference on Robotics and Automation (ICRA) May 19–23 at the Georgia World Conference Cen- ter in Atlanta, Ga. The 202 5 conference brings together the world’s top researchers and industry leaders to share ideas, exchange knowledge, and advance the field of robotics for the benefit of humanity. ICRA 202 5 will include plenary and keynote sessions, contributed paper sessions, workshops and tutorial sessions, forums, exhibitions from corporate partners, and robot competitions. (Register here) IEEE International Conference on Robotics and Automation VIP AEROSPACE The 202 5 Veteran Institute for Procurement Aerospace (VIP AEROSPACE) entrepreneurship training program, offered at no cost to veterans nationwide, will take place May 20–22 at the William F. Bolger Center in Potomac, Md. The program is designed to fast-track veteran-owned small business’s suc- cess in the aerospace industry. Through a hands-on, market- based approach to training, participants gain insights into the federal marketplace and defense industry’s intricate planning processes, essential certifications, contracting prerequisites, vendor portals, and the crucial aspects of business development. (Register here) AI for Defense Transformation AI for Defense Transformation will be offered May 20–21 at the Austin Marriott South in Austin, Texas. The 202 5 event will bring together leaders and experts from across the U.S. military and allied forces to explore the latest advance- ments in AI and their applications in defense. Discussions will highlight key initiatives such as Advana, Project Linch- pin, Replicator 2, and Project Maven, providing insight into how these programs are shaping the future of military AI. As militaries invest billions in AI technology, the challenge lies in implementing these tools effectively to improve intelli- gence gathering, decision-making, and lethality. (Register here)
The International Conference on Unmanned Aircraft Sys- tems (ICUAS) will be held May 14–17 at the Popp-Martin Student Union, University of North Carolina Charlotte, in Charlotte, N.C. This event will bring together different groups of qualified scientists, engineers, government and industry representatives, practitioners, and end-users worldwide to discuss the current state of unmanned aviation advances, and the roadmap to their full utilization in civilian, public, and government domains. Among the agenda will be featured sessions on topics such as state of the art in aerial robotics and unmanned aviation; design, modeling, naviga- tion, and control of the NextGen of unmanned systems; and autonomous UAS. (Register here) 2025 Cyber Summit The Potomac Officers Club will host the 202 5 Cyber Summit May 15 . This event brings together leading cyber experts, government decision-makers, and industry executives to explore innovative solutions for a secure and resilient cyber sector. Learn about emerging cyber threats, new cyber poli- cies and initiatives, modernization strategies, public and private sector collaboration, cybersecurity workforce chal- lenges, and much more. Engage with cyber leaders, network with a community of GovCon professionals, and discover cutting-edge cyber technologies. The venue and other reg- istration information will be announced soon at this website. The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers will host the 202 5 Women in Engineering Leadership Conference May 15–16 in San Jose, Calif. WIE ILC focuses on providing leading-edge professional development for mid- and senior- level women to inspire, engage, and advance women in technology, whether in industry, academia, or government. The vision for the conference is to provide attendees with the opportunity to create communities that fuel innovation, facilitate knowledge sharing, and provide support through highly interactive sessions designed to foster discussion and collaboration. Additional information on the conference will be provided soon at this website. IEEE Women in Engineering International Leadership Conference
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