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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.

  • Development of an Enhanced Performance Rescue Hoist Glove Fact Sheet

    The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) is funding Higher Dimension Materials, Inc. (HDM), and the North Carolina State University Textile Protect and Comfort Center (TPACC) to identify, test and select the most appropriate fabric and supporting materials to incorporate into an enhanced glove design.

  • S&T First Responders Infographic

    DHS S&T works closely with first responders, academia, research and development organizations, industry, innovators and venture capitalists to use science to help strengthen our first responders and the nation. Check out our infographic to learn more on how S&T is helping protect our homeland.

  • Advanced Multi-threat Base Ensemble for Responders (AMBER™): Final Report

    This report documents the Advanced Multi-threat Base Ensemble for Responders (AMBER) research conducted by the Textile Protection and Comfort Center (T-PACC) within the College of Textiles at North Carolina State University (NC State) between September 2014 and December 2017. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T)  sponsored T-PACC to develop an advanced multi-threat garment for first responders.

  • DHS Cooperative R&D Agreement Definitions

    Definitions Used in DHS Cooperative R&D Agreements

  • Kentucky Dam Safety Project – Reducing Unknown Risks in Critical Infrastructure Fact Sheet

    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T), along with FEMA and the DHS Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), is partnering with the Kentucky Division of Water and private consulting partner Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. to investigate new and emerging technologies in dam-related flood monitoring and warning to help protect lives and the nation’s critical infrastructure, while reducing the cost of such a disaster if it were to occur.

  • Student and Exchange Visitor Information System Modernization Program Life Cycle Cost Estimate Update Fact Sheet

    S&T supported the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Life Cycle Cost Estimate update, which boosts transparency and planning.

  • Constellation-Incident Management System Experimentation Report

    Constellation for Incident Management (Constellation), an emergency data exchange language (EDXL)-compliant mobile command and control software developed by Haystax Technology, was evaluated during the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) Urban Operational Experimentation (OpEx) event hosted by the National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL) on January 25, 2017.

  • S&T Impact: Borders & Ports of Entry

    S&T supports border and port of entry security with technology and knowledge products that improve the nation’s ability to detect, interdict and prosecute illegal activity.

  • S&T Impact: Critical Incidents

    S&T’s work is helping the nation prepare for and respond to critical incidents, such as active shooters and terrorist attacks, by improving capabilities during all stages of response.

  • Project 25 Compliance Assessment Program Advisory Panel (P25 CAP AP) March 2018 Meeting Agenda and Summary

    The agenda and summary of the Project 25 Compliance Assessment Program Advisory Panel meeting held on March 6, 2018.