ISAC 2025
Connecting Innovators in National Security
Collaboration Between Government, Industry, and Academia on Defining the Future of ISAC in the U.S.
Event Info:
Location:
The Fuse at Mason Square (Day 1-2)
3401 Fairfax Dr.
Arlington, VA 22201
MITRE Building 2 (Day 3)
7515 Colshire Dr.
Mclean, VA 22102
Organizer:
OUSD(R&E) FutureG in partnership with George Mason University and MITRE Corporation
Overview
Why Attend?
Our Purpose
In late 2023, the FutureG Office established Integrated Sensing and Communications (ISAC) as a new strategic line of effort. This focus reflects:
- The growing body of theoretical and applied work showing the feasibility of using communication signals for sensing.
- The anticipated inclusion of ISAC capabilities in 6G standards.
- Significant global investments in ISAC by other nation states.
The ISAC Strategy Summit brings together experts from commercial industry, government, and academia to:
- Establish a community of ISAC practitioners.
- Provide technical analysis and collateral materials for a U.S. ISAC strategy in both commercial and defense sectors.
About
Background
About FutureG & ISAC
The FutureG Office, part of the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, is leading national efforts in advancing next-generation wireless capabilities, including ISAC. Through partnerships with industry, academia, and interagency collaborators, FutureG promotes open, interoperable technologies aligned with U.S. defense priorities.
The ISAC Strategy Summit is one of FutureG’s cornerstone events designed to engage thought leaders and practitioners in guiding strategy and shaping technology development for the next generation of communications.
The ISAC Strategy Summit is more than just a meeting; it's a call to action. It's a critical opportunity to break down barriers, address key challenges, and unlock the full potential of ISAC, solidifying America's position as a global leader in innovation and defense.
Leadership
Meet Our
Leadership Team
Dr. Tom Rondeau
Principal Director for the FutureG Office
Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology (OASD(S&T)), Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E))
Dr. Martin Weiss
DIRECTOR FOR FUTUREG APPLIED RESEARCH
Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Science and Technology (OASD(S&T)), Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E))
Schedule
Event Schedule
Agenda
| Time (EST) | Event | Duration | Speaker |
|---|---|---|---|
| 730 | Registration Check-In/Badging/Breakfast | 60 min | Attendees |
| 830 | FutureG Intro and Why ISAC – DoD Standing on Commercial Shoulders | 20 min | Dr. Tom Rondeau |
| 850 | Summit Overview + Why are We Here – Academic and DCL Research | 40 min | Dr. Martin Weiss |
| 920 | KEYNOTE – Evolution of ISAC to Today and How it Will Drive the Future | 30 min | Christina Chaccour |
| 950 | Motivation – Threat Brief | 30 min | ARLIS |
| 1020 | BREAK | 20 min | Attendees |
| 1040 | PANEL – Industry Leaders – What Does Industry Need to Deploy ISAC and What Does The Market Look Like? | 90 min | AT&T, Ericsson, Nokia |
| 1210 | LUNCH | 50 min | Attendees |
| 1300 | ISAC as Seen From the Radar Community | 30 min | TBD |
| 1330 | The Role of AI in ISAC | 30 min | AI-RAN Alliance |
| 1400 | Presentation of ISAC Functional Roadmap | 15 min | Dr. Martin Weiss |
| 1415 | BREAKOUT SESSION – What is Needed to Advance ISAC Technology? | 60 min | Attendees |
| 1515 | BREAK | 15 min | Attendees |
| 1530 | Standards | 15 min | Manu Gosain |
| 1545 | Breakout Session Readout | 30 min | Breakout Moderators |
| 1615 | Day One Recap | 45 min | Dr. Martin Weiss |
| 1700 | Evening Social Event | nan | Attendees |
| Time (EST) | Event | Duration | Speaker |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0730 | Registration Check-In/Badging/Breakfast | 30 min | Attendees |
| 0800 | Review of Day One | 15 min | TBD |
| 0815 | KEYNOTE – What Investments Can Government Make to Take Leadership in ISAC? | 45 min | TBD |
| 0900 | PANEL – What Policies are Allies Promoting? | 60 min | TBD |
| 1000 | BREAK | 30 min | Attendees |
| 1030 | PANEL – U.S. Interagency Collaboration | 60 min | TBD |
| 1130 | LUNCH | 60 min | Attendees |
| 1230 | Developing the U.S. Strategy | 15 min | TBD |
| 1245 | BREAKOUT – Defining Elements of Government Strategy | 60 min | Attendees |
| Session 1: Security and Privacy for ISAC | Manu Gosain | ||
| Session 2: Commercial/Government Data Sharing for ISAC | TBD | ||
| Session 3: AI in ISAC | AI-RAN Alliance | ||
| Session 4: NTN for ISAC | TBD | ||
| 1345 | BREAK | 30 min | Attendees |
| 1415 | LIGHTNING PANEL – Overview on Individual Country Commercial Efforts Towards ISAC | 15 min | International Team |
| 1430 | Workshop Readout: Towards a U.S. ISAC Strategy | 60 min | Dr. Martin Weiss |
| 1530 | Discussion of Day One and Two | 60 min | Dr. Martin Weiss |
This is a classified event. Please consult the event organizer to access the agenda.
Event Location
The Fuse at Mason Square
3401 Fairfax Dr.
Arlington, VA 22201
MITRE Building 2
7515 Colshire Dr.
Mclean, VA 22102
speakers
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Virtual
- Livestream access
- Digital collateral
- Access to session recordings
In-Person
- Day 3 Classified Session
- You must have a Top Secret Security Clearance to attend the third day. If you don't have a security clearance, please register for 2 days or virtual.
In-Person
- Breakfast and lunch
- Full access to all sessions and networking
In-Person
- Includes Day 3 - Classified Session
- Breakfast and lunch
- Full access to all sessions and networking
* In-Person registrants will be asked about dietary restrictions.
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Travel & Accomodations
* We’ve secured discounted group rates at two conveniently located hotels in Arlington, VA for attendees of the George Mason – ISAC Strategy Summit 2025. Book your stay by Friday, July 25, 2025, to take advantage of the special rates.
*Westin Arlington
Address: 801 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22203
Hotel Website
Closest Metro Station: Ballston-MU – Orange and Silver Lines
Group Dates: August 12–16, 2025
Rate: $139.00 USD per night
Last Day to Book: Friday, July 25, 2025
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*Hilton Arlington
Address: 950 N Stafford St, Arlington, VA 22203
Hotel Website
Closest Metro Station: Ballston-MU – Orange and Silver Lines
Group Dates: August 12–15, 2025
Group Code: ISAC
Rate: Special group rate available
Last Day to Book: Friday, July 25, 2025
Attendees can reserve by using the booking link below or by calling the Hilton reservation hotline at 1-800-445-8667. Please reference the group code ISAC, your arrival date, and Hilton Arlington when booking by phone.
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Placemkr Marymount Ballston
Address: 1008 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22201
Hotel Website
Closest Metro Station: Ballston-MU – Orange and Silver Lines
Hyatt Place Arlington/Courthouse Plaza
Address: 2401 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA 22201
Hotel Website
Closest Metro Station: Courthouse – Orange and Silver Lines
Nearest Airports:
• Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) – 5.5 Miles (Recommended)
• Dulles International Airport (IAD) – 21 Miles
Metro & Public Transit:
• Nearest Metro Stop to Hotel: Ballston – MU
• Nearest Metro Stop to Event Venue Aug 13-14: Virginia Square-GMU
• Nearest Metro Stop to Event Venue Aug 15: McLean
Directions from Airports via Metro:
• From DCA: Blue Line to Rosslyn → Transfer to Orange Line to Ballston-MU
• From IAD: Silver Line to Ballston-MU
Walking Distance from recommended hotels: ~20-25 minutes
Rideshare: Uber, Lyft, Taxi available
Parking & Transportation – Aug 13-14
Van Meter Hall Parking Garage
Address: Founders Way N, Arlington, VA 22226
Parking Info
Cost: $19/day, $5 for 1 hour, $4/hour for 2-4 hours, $17 for 5 hours
Fuse Parking Garage
Parking & Transportation – Aug 15
MITRE 2 Parking Garage
Map
Take 3rd right off traffic circle, turn into garage. Walkway to lobby on P2.