2025 Purdue Energetics Research Center ETS-PEMS
September 22-26, 2025 | West Lafayette, Indiana
On behalf of the Purdue Energetics Research Center, we invite you to save the date for the combined 2nd Annual Purdue Energetics Research Center - Energetics Talent Showcase (PERC-ETS '25) and the 4th Biennial Purdue Energetic Materials Summit (PEMS '25). These events will be held back-to-back on the campus of 4th Biennial Purdue Energetic Materials Summit, PEMS '25. These events will be held back-to-back on the campus of Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN on September 22-23 (PERC-ETS '25) and September 23-26 (PEMS '25). In response to feedback from prior technical exchanges, these events will be held at the Distro D level. To ensure compliance with export control regulations and national security requirements, all participants must adhere to the following conditions:
- Restricted Access: This event is designated as Distribution D, meaning participation is limited to U.S. citizens only. Proof of citizenship and a valid government-issued photo ID will be required at event check-in.
- No Photography or Recording Devices: Electronic devices capable of photography or recording, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, cameras, and audio/video recorders, will not be permitted inside the event venue. A secure storage area will be available at check-in for participants to store mobile phones and other restricted devices during the event.
- Pre-Registration & Background Check: Due to security protocols, all attendees must pre-register in advance and undergo a background check before gaining entry. On-site registration will not be available.
- Organizational Responsibility: The participant?s organization is responsible for ensuring that all individuals they register meet the eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass the required background check.
By registering for this event, all participants acknowledge and agree to comply with these requirements.
Event Details
Energetics Talent Showcase (PERC-ETS '25)
September 22-23
Purdue Energetics Materials Summit (PEMS '25)
September 23-26
Attendees from both ETS and PEMS will be invited to the Tuesday night poster session and networking event.
These technical exchanges will be held separately, and separate registrations will be required for those attending both events.
Registration and logistical information for both events coming soon
More Details
PERC-ETS '25
Last year's inaugural PERC-ETS career fair highlights
- 50 domestic energetic materials students from 11 universities
- 45 representatives from government and industry
- Student interview spaces on site
- Numerous employment offers accepted
This year we expect to have even greater participation from all sectors
- 35 talks from students across the country
- 2 poster sessions with opportunities to network
- Increased interview spaces and opportunities
Students
- No fee for students to participate
- Registration includes meals and admission to all events
Government
- Registration includes meals, admission to all events, abstract and resume book
- Upon registration, options will be available to either opt out of meal(s) or pay in advance or in person per meal
Industry
- Registration includes meals, admission to all events, abstract and resume book
Other Information for PERC-ETS
- Abstract and student resume book will be distributed in advance
- Business or business casual attire
- Government and industry sponsorship opportunities are available (details will follow)
- Registration link will go live on May 1, 2025
PEMS '25
PEMS details:
- Technical exchange focused on state-of-the-art challenges in the energetic materials community
- Includes thought leaders from across the DOD, DOE, academia, and industry, by invitation only
- Will include 40 presentations and workshops focusing on innovative energetic solutions
- Special celebration of 250 Year Anniversary of the United States Marine Corps (USMC)
Other Information for PEMS '25
- Business or business casual attire
- Government and industry sponsorship opportunities are available (details will follow)
- Meals and admission to all events will be included in the registration fee
- For government attendees, upon registration, options will be available to either opt out of meal(s) or pay in advance or in person per meal
- Registration link will go live on May 1, 2025
Event Schedule
PERC-ETS '25
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1000 - 1130 | Registration, Credential Distribution | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1130 - 1630 | Student Presentations | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1800 - 2100 | Student - Employer Mixer and Poster Session | Buchanan Room Ross-Ade Stadium 850 Steven Berring Dr. |
Coffee available all day outside Loeb Playhouse
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0700 - 0800 | Breakfast on your own | |
| 0800 - 1200 | Student Presentations | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1200 - 1300 | Boxed Lunch | East Faculty Lounge Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1300 - 1630 | Student Presentations | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1730 - 2100 | Student - Employer Mixer and Poster Session | Buchanan Room Ross-Ade Stadium 850 Steven Berring Dr. |
Coffee available all day outside Loeb Playhouse
PEMS '25
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1730 - 1900 | Registration, Credential Distribution | Buchanan Room Ross-Ade Stadium 850 Steven Berring Dr. |
| 1730 - 2100 | Student - Employer Mixer and Poster Session | Buchanan Room Ross-Ade Stadium 850 Steven Berring Dr. |
Coffee available all day outside Loeb Playhouse
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0700 - 0730 | Registration, Credential Distribution, Breakfast on your own |
Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 0730 - 1200 | Technical and Workshop Presentations | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1200 - 1300 | Boxed Lunch | East Faculty Lounge Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1300 - 1630 | Technical and Workshop Presentations | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1800 - 2000 | Group Dinner: Celebrate 250 Years of the USMC | Shively Club Ross-Ade Stadium 850 Steven Beering Dr |
Coffee available all day outside Loeb Playhouse
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0700 - 0730 | Breakfast on your own | |
| 0730 - 1200 | Technical and Workshop Presentations | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1200 - 1300 | Boxed Lunch | East Faculty Lounge Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1300 - 1630 | Technical and Workshop Presentations | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1800 - 2100 | Dinner on you own |
Coffee available all day outside Loeb Playhouse
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 0700 - 0730 | Breakfast on your own | |
| 0730 - 1200 | Technical and Workshop Presentations | Loeb Playhouse Stewart Center 128 Memorial Mall |
| 1400 - 1700 | Optional Tours of PERC Facilities | Multiple
Routes Instructions to Follow |
Coffee available all day outside Loeb Playhouse
Purdue University - High-Level Vetting Plan for Event Involving DOD Restricted Distribution Information (e.g., Distro D)
(1) Eligibility Requirements
- All attendees must be U.S. citizens.
- All attendees must have completed Export Control and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) training within the past 18 months.
(2) Organizational Attestation
- Each attendee's employing organization is responsible for:
- Verifying the attendee's U.S. citizenship status.
- Confirming completion of the required training.
- The employing organization must provide Purdue with a signed attestation certifying compliance with the above requirements.
- Attestations must be submitted prior to the event and will be retained by Purdue.
(3) Restricted Party Screening
- Purdue will conduct restricted/denied party screening for all non-U.S. government participants.
- Any flagged individuals will be subject to review, and participation may be denied based on risk assessment.
(4) Access Control and Documentation
- Purdue will maintain a centralized list of approved attendees based on attestation and screening outcomes.
- Access to the event will be limited to individuals on the approved list.
- Identity verification may be conducted at check-in for in-person events.
- No individual will be permitted access to the event unless all attestation and screening requirements have been completed and verified.
(5) Recordkeeping and Audit Readiness
- All attestations and screening records will be retained according to Purdue's policies and federal sponsor requirements.
- Purdue will provide documentation to sponsors or auditors upon request.
