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2014 Snapshot Archives

The following snapshots were posted before January 1, 2015.

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2013 Snapshot Archives

The following snapshots were posted before January 1, 2014.

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S&T Mobile Security R&D Program Guide

Mobile Security R&D Program Guide, Volume 3

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S&T FRG Smoke and Particulate Resistant Structural Turnout Ensemble Fact Sheet and Video

Chronic exposures to toxic combustion products and particulate matter found in the fireground environment are believed to contribute significantly to the higher cancer occurrences in firefighters. When used during fire suppression and overhaul stages, the self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) protects the highly susceptible respiratory tract from toxic combustion products in smoke and soot. However, firefighters are still exposed to hazardous vapors and particulates when smoke penetrates interfaces in the turnout ensemble and deposits on the skin.

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S&T National Hurricane Program Technology Modernization LEAV Portfolio Fact Sheet

As part of the NHP technology modernization, DHS S&T is exploring enhancements to the current evacuation alert strategy to improve public compliance.

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S&T NHP Technology Modernization Guidance Document and Working Group Fact Sheet

This NHP Preparedness and Response Guidance Document contains a compilation of the best practices and lessons learned for hurricane preparedness and response.

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Flood

The Flood Awareness applies new and emerging technologies to improve community resilience from flood disasters. Our goals are to reduce flood fatalities and property losses, as well as enhance community-wide resiliency to disruptive flood events.

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S&T EMERGE Accelerator Program Fact Sheet

S&T is looking for innovative technology and opportunities to reach more entrepreneurs. The EMERGE Accelerator program is one part of S&T’s overall strategy to continue to further federal government research and development.

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Software Write Block

The following are CFTT reports for software write block tools (organized by publication date).

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ST-Hardware Write Block

The following are CFTT reports for hardware write block tools (organized by publication date).