Explore Basic Research Challenges and Opportunities in Collaboration with AFOSR and AFRL/RD

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Basic Research Directorate and Directed Energy Directorate invites you to participate in the meeting scheduled 10-13 March 2025 in Albuquerque, NM.

Event Description: 

This workshop is to explore basic research challenges and opportunities in collaboration with Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) and AFRL/ Directed Energy Directorate RD. Workshop will be held at SECRET level.   

Registration Information: 

Event is by invitation only.  Please do not share or forward registration URL to others.   
Advance registration is required for all attendees.  
Registration deadline is 5 MARCH 2025.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER <<HYPER LINK QUALTRICS>>.
A final confirmation notice will be sent via email ~ INSERT DATE.
Virtual Attendance is not permitted.

BASE ACCESS AND SECURITY INFORMATION: 

Workshop is a classified meeting SECRET Level.  Please ensure you note the guidance and information below.   

<<INSERT GUIDANCE on RESTRICTIONS and HOW TO PASS SECURITY CLEARANCE INFORMATION.   

To enter Kirkland AFB, you will be required to show your CAC upon arrival.
AFRL Badge will be used to verify your clearance access to meeting space.
If you do not have an AFRL Badge – Submit your clearance information to SMO CODE:  INSERT. 
<<INSERT OTHER DETAILS to support details needed for SMO CODE>> .

Meeting Location: 

Directed Energy Directorate, The Phillips Conference Center Bldg. 201, Conference room 8, Kirtland AFB, 2000 Wyoming Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123

How to get to Bldg. 201. - The Phillips Conference Center

Take Carlisle gate from Gibson Blvd, stay in the right lane.
At the light, take a right onto Aberdeen Dr.
At the stop sign, take right onto Kirtland Dr.
Pass the RV storage lot on the left.
Bldg. 201 is at the end of the road to the left, with a large parking lot to the south.

Agenda at a Glance:

Day 1: 11 March 2025

0800 Mountain Time - 1700 Mountain Time: workshop, including lunch break and lab tours.

Day 2: 12 March 2205

0800 Mountain Time - 1700 Mountain Time: workshop, including lunch break.

Day 3: 13 March 2025

0800 Mountain Time - 1700 Mountain Time; workshop, including lunch break and optical range tour.

Attire:  Civilian - Business Casual; Military: OCPs

Food and Beverages: 

Food and Beverage will be coordinated in collaboration with the RD Protocol Office.
INSERT WHAT Food and BEVERAGEs will be offered.
A landing fee of XX is requested INSERT HOW to provide food and beverages.
Venmo payments, or cash upon arrival.

Landing fee is optional but HIGHLY encouraged due to limited time. 

Advance payment submission due date XXX (INCLUDE IF ADVANCE PAYMENT IS OFFERED – BE SURE TO INCLUDE EXACT METHODS. 
Cancelation/refund policy:  INSERT POLICY.

 Local Area Information:  Individuals are responsible for their own reservation and payment methods. 

 Airport: 2200 Sunport Boulevard in Albuquerque, NM 8710.
Lodging Options: http://hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/ Http://ihg.com/ http://www.marriott.com/ http://www.marriott.com /http://booke.sonesta.com/ http://hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com/ http://embassysuites3.hilton.com/ https://www.marriott.com/ https://www.hotelabq.com/
DV's contact Kirtland protocol team for arrangements: DSN: 246-4119 Comm: (505) 846-4119 email: 337abw.ccp@us.af.mil.
Parking Options:  A map will be emailed to attendees.

POC W PROTOCOL:

Dr. Leslie Blaha: Leslie.Blaha@us.af.mil

Mr. Andreas Schmitt-Sody: Andreas.Schmitt-Sody.1@us.af.mil