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With over 460 participants from 29 countries already registered, this is shaping up to be one of the most vibrant gatherings yet. Our exhibition is packed with the most relevant companies and organizations across all three days, offering countless opportunities to connect and explore.
Your registration includes an exclusive symposium dinner accompanied by spectacular entertainment — but hurry, seating is limited, and spots are filling up fast!
The scientific program is nearly complete and promises to impress with four keynote presentations, around 90 oral talks, 60 posters, plus a special disinformation panel that you’ll hear more about shortly here in the newsletter.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this inspiring and knowledge-packed event — secure your spot today!
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Registration deadlines:
Registration fees are based on when you register for the symposium:
- Registration - register between 1 April and 31 August 2025
- Late Registration - register between 1 September and 12 September 2025
For more details and to register, please visit our website at www.cbrnesymposium.se.
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As we count down to the upcoming symposium, we’re delighted to introduce some of our distinguished invited speakers — experts who will share unique perspectives and cutting‑edge insights, enriching discussions and inspiring all who attend.
In this edition, we spotlight Ida Cosentino, our final keynote to be presented, David Stothard, featured session speaker, and our special Disinformation Panel.
Missed a previous newsletter or want a refresher on all our invited speakers? You can find the full list on our website.
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Ida Cosentino
Ida Cosentino is a program Manager with a passion for working towards creating Unity through Diversity. She has over 6 years of experience in the development of the rescEU CBRN/medical capabilities and strategic stockpiles. Prior to joining the world of the European Civil Protection she was working in the field of humanitarian aid at the World Food Program, focusing on fundraising and strengthening partnerships with the Scandinavian countries.
She defines herself as a citizen of the world, however she has deep rotes into the Italian and Swedish culture.
She is fluent in English, Swedish, Italian and Spanish.
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David Stothard
David Stothard leads the stand-off detection activity at the Fraunhofer Centre for Applied Photonics, Glasgow, UK. The group is unique in that it adopts a truly ‘agnostic’ approach to problem solving: solutions are developed to meet the scientific and deployment needs of a particular problem or product based solely upon their scientific and economic benefits (as opposed to a product line or long-standing research theme). As such, we have developed demonstrators based upon absorption, Raman, fluorescence and LIBS spectroscopy; we operate from the hard-UV through to the deep-infrared; over timescales from ps to continuous-wave. We have enjoyed projects with a host of partners, from SMEs to large multinationals, and extensively with the public sector. Fraunhofer CAP is a not-for-profit research and technology organisation (RTO) which exists solely for the benefit of the UK economy and its citizens.
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David Stothard
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Disinformation linked to chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) weapons threatens global nonproliferation, arms control, and disarmament. It undermines trust, weakens treaties, and hampers international cooperation. This panel will present a G7 Global Partnership initiative that takes a coordinated, multi‑disciplinary approach to detecting and countering state‑sponsored CBRN disinformation. Panelists will share recent research, strategies, and insights on how policymakers and diplomats can spot recurring patterns and strengthen resilience against information manipulation.
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Lucia Mullen, Valeriia Hesse, Isabelle Wilson and Annie Sundelson
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Lucia Mullen is an Associate Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security and Integration Lead for the G7 Global Partnership Initiative on Countering WMD Disinformation. She brings over a decade of experience in emergency preparedness, CBRN nonproliferation, and global health diplomacy, working worldwide to strengthen health security and resilience. Currently, she leads multi-country efforts to counter disinformation and improve coordination during health crises.
Valeriia Hesse is a Research Analyst at Open Nuclear Network, specializing in disinformation, nuclear non‑proliferation regimes, and Russia’s nuclear policy. She is pursuing a PhD in international relations at Central European University, focusing on pragmatic internationalism in nuclear diplomacy. A Fulbright scholar with extensive international experience — including roles at the IAEA, Carnegie Endowment, and multiple leading nonproliferation organizations — Valeriia is also active in several professional networks, including INMM, YGLN, and the Black Sea Women in Nuclear Network.
Isabelle Wilson is a research assistant at King’s College London, working on the Global Partnership’s initiative to counter CBRN disinformation. She is completing a Master’s in International Security, focusing on regional strategic disinformation narratives in chemical and biological security. Isabelle also works with a leading security consultancy, providing red-teaming and advisory services to governments and industry.
Dr. Sundelson is a health security researcher whose work bridges health, society, and geopolitics. With academic credentials in Russian language, reproductive and sexual health research, and a PhD in environmental health and engineering specializing in health security, her research has focused on Russian biological weapons disinformation. She has presented findings worldwide — including at UN events and meetings of the Biological Weapons Convention — translating complex analysis into clear, actionable advice for policymakers and diplomats.
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Exhibition of CBRNe protection equipment 2022
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We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the companies and organizations that have chosen to exhibit at this year’s symposium. We are delighted to announce that all exhibition spaces are now fully booked! We are doing everything we can to accommodate as many participants as possible. If you missed the opportunity to book a spot but are still interested in joining us, please feel free to contact us — we will do our best to find a solution.
For more information, floor plans, and pricing, please visit our website.
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Share this newsletter with your colleagues, scientist you wish to meet, exciting companies and interesting organisations to ensure all the right people are gathered.
For more information regarding the CBRNe Protection Symposium 2025 or to sign up for this newsletter visit the symposium website.
www.cbrnesymposium.se
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We are proud to present our main sponsor:
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We are proud to present our security sponsor:
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ABOUT
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A number of Swedish government agencies co-organise a Symposium on protection against hazardous substances every third year, with the Swedish Defence Research Agency (FOI) serving as the main organiser. Initiated in the 1980s, the Symposium initially concentrated on protection against biological and chemical threats. Since the last two occasions, however, its has expanded to include nuclear and radiological issues, as well as explosives in conjunction with CBRN. The last Symposium attracted 600 attendees from 30 different countries, comprising 450 delegates and 150 exhibitors.
The 15th CBRNe Protection Symposium is scheduled to take place at Malmö Mässan, Malmö, Sweden, from 30 September to 2 October 2025. It targets professionals actively involved in the field of CBRNe protection. We invite all participants to enrich the symposium through engaging discussions, in-depth conversations, and the exchange of recent research findings.
An extensive exhibition of CBRNe protection equipment will be arranged in conjunction with the symposium, where industry leaders and institutes will display their latest products and research in an inspiring environment. This exhibition presents an excellent opportunity for symposium attendees to familiarise themselves with the latest commercially available, state-of-the-art equipment related to CBRNe protection.
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