Science and Technology Collection
The DHS Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) is the Department’s primary research and development arm and manages science and technology research, from development through transition, for the Department's operational components and first responders.
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S&T Impact: Next Generation Emergency Operations
The Science and Technology Directorate works closely with public safety officials at all levels, including DHS Components, state, local and tribal first responders, and emergency management agencies, to understand their evolving mission needs and to identify and implement solutions that enhance operational capabilities.
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Enhancing Public Safety: How DHS and PSI Are Advancing Radiation Detection to Protect Large Public Gatherings and Events
To showcase SBIR awardee Physical Sciences, Inc. (PSI) and provide an overview of its expertise, capabilities, and contributions.
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Maritime and Immigration Security Solutions Division Fact Sheet
The primary focus of the Maritime and Immigration Security Solutions (MISS) Division is to research and develop enterprise-level tools, a centralized framework, and advanced solutions in support of DHS law enforcement, intelligence communities, maritime border security, and Department of Defense partners.
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Status of Guidance and Scientific Knowledge on Using Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems for Protection During Radiological / Nuclear Emergencies
Status of Guidance and Scientific Knowledge on Using Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems for Protection During Radiological/Nuclear Emergencies.
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Community Lifeline Status System Fact Sheet
The Community Lifeline Status System is an effort led by DHS S&T to develop a reporting construct to provide the emergency management community with a comprehensive systematic approach to lifeline status planning, monitoring, and reporting across areas impacted by a disaster.
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Maritime Safety and Security Fact Sheet
The Science and Technology Directorate's Maritime Safety and Security Program develops, evaluates, and transitions technical capabilities to enhance U.S. maritime border safety and security by safeguarding lawful trade and travel to help prevent illegal use of the maritime environment to transport illicit goods or people, and to enhance the safety and resilience of the Maritime Transportation System.
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Electronic Jamming Infographic
DHS and the FCC have released a Joint Jammer Infographic that informs public safety officials of the effects of jamming and suggested mitigation tactics, and outlines how to report suspected jamming to the FCC.
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S&T Organizational Chart
S&T’s mission is to enable effective, efficient, and secure operations across all homeland security missions by applying scientific, engineering, analytic, and innovative approaches to deliver timely solutions and support departmental acquisitions.
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Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Fact Sheet
DHS S&T OUP sponsors the HS-POWER Program. Appointments are 10-week periods conducted in-person or virtually from June through August. Graduate and undergraduate students participate in paid research opportunities within homeland security-related areas. Open season for applications begins in September and ends in December for internships commencing in May of the following year.
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Detection Canine Program Fact Sheet
The Science and Technology Directorate's (S&T's) Detection Canine Program provides the Homeland Security Enterprise with the tools, techniques, and knowledge to better understand, train, and deploy detection canines in their operational environment.