7th Annual Human Performance & Biosystems Summit

The 7th Annual Human Performance & Biosystems Summit will bring together senior leaders from the DoD, military research labs, industry, and academia to explore the latest advancements in warfighter performance optimization. This year’s event will highlight how the military integrates wearable biotechnology, data analytics, and holistic wellness strategies to enhance physical and cognitive performance for Soldiers, Sailors, Marines, Guardians, and Airmen.

Why Attend?

• Learn about military personnel’s performance and recovery needs directly from decision-makers.
• Engage with DoD officials, researchers, and industry leaders in interactive discussions.
• Discover the latest programs, strategies, and technologies to enhance mission readiness and long-term warfighter health.

While this is not an exoskeleton-specific event, it presents a valuable opportunity for those in the wearable robotics and augmentation space to understand the armed forces’ evolving needs and explore potential exoskeleton technology applications in training, logistics, and support roles.

Open to U.S. and NATO citizens.

Information & Registration: Defense Strategies Institute

Early Confirmed Speakers Include:

• Dr. Tim Hoyt, SES – Acting Executive Director of Force Resiliency, PUSD P&R
• Dr. Jeff Leggit – Director, Consortium for Health & Military Performance
• Brian McGuire – Head, Human Performance Branch, USMC
• Dr. Hayley Davison Reynolds – Group Leader, Human and Health Performance Group, MIT
• Dr. Bradley C. Nindl – Director, Neuromuscular Research Laboratory/Warrior Human Performance Research Center, University of Pittsburgh
• Dhruv Seshardi – Assistant Professor, Bioengineering, Lehigh University
• Dr. Elizabeth Van Winkle – Former Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Readiness, Executive Director, Office of Force Resiliency (Event Moderator)