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DHS S&T invites GPS equipment manufacturers to test devices for critical infrastructure
DHS S&T announced today an opportunity for manufacturers of Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment used in critical infrastructure to test their products against GPS jamming and spoofing.
Tackling Global Sec Issues Through International Cooperation
Recently, I had the pleasure sitting down with my counterpart from the United Kingdom Home Office, Chief Scientific Advisor Professor Bernard Silverman.
News Release: First Bluetooth capability for virtual devices
Under the S&T Cyber Security Division’s (CSD) Mobile Device Security R&D project, Hypori expanded the VMI suite to develop Bluetooth access control for use with any mobile device.
Responder News: P25 Compliance - What should it mean to you?
Interoperability (In-ter-op-er-a-bil-i-ty): the ability of equipment or groups to operate in conjunction with one another. Understanding what it means is easy enough, but achieving interoperability has long been a problem in the emergency response arena. And yet, it’s of critical importance that responders, called to both day-to-day and large-scale incidents, communicate with each other regardless of the make or model of equipment, such as radios.
Dr. Robert Griffin is Honored to Serve as the DHS Acting Under Secretary for Science and Technology
I’m honored to have the opportunity to serve as the DHS Acting Under Secretary for Science and Technology, and I’d like to affirm my commitment to ensuring the organization continues pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
SAVER Program Reports Now Available for Download
DHS S&T announced today that reports produced by SAVER Program are now available for download on the S&T website, as a one-stop-shop for resources to help responders make better purchasing decisions.
Media Advisory: DHS S&T to Demonstrate Cyber Technologies at RSA 2017
DHS S&T will exhibit and demonstrate 12 mature cyber security technology solutions ready for pilot deployment and commercialization at RSA 2017 cybersecurity conference, February 14-16, in San Francisco.
S&T's POINTER pinpoints firefighter locations in emergencies
POINTER system can pinpoint locations to within one meter, determine what direction the user is facing and even if they are standing or motionless on the ground.
Snapshot: A New Kind of Responder Brings Special Expertise to Disasters
The ROSS program helps radiation safety professionals integrate seamlessly with the incident command system so they can provide emergency-specific rad/nuc information to the incident commander, allowing emergency managers to make better decisions specific to the incident.
Cyber Defense Requires Market-ready Tech
To ensure our nation has a strong cyber defense, S&T’s Homeland Security Advanced Research Projects Agency Cyber Security Division works on finding technology that can bring game changing impacts to our cybersecurity capabilities.
Responder News: Commercialized S&T Technologies Meet Critical Response Needs
Technology can play a pivotal role in how first responders perform on the job, which is why DHS S&T relies on their input throughout research and development and beyond. Several technologies developed to meet critical responder needs are now available for agencies to purchase and use.
Dr. Brothers Bids Farewell
Let me start this, my last blog, by saying I can’t believe this is my last blog.
Snapshot: Blockchain Technology Explored for Homeland Security
Blockchain technology represents an innovative leap forward that has many uses and applications across multiple sectors of the economy. Many people, organizations, companies and departments are increasingly excited about blockchain.
You've got ideas-we have funding-Lets talk
S&T strengthens the nation’s homeland security by advancing scientific capabilities. Our engineers, scientists, and subject matter experts work closely with practitioners to identify emerging challenges and develop solutions.
News Release: DHS S&T Awards $527K to BYU to Develop Cyber sec tech
DHS S&T has awarded $527,112 to Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, to develop a web authentication middleware tool that would significantly upgrade the current Internet website authentication process and improve online security.
News Release: DHS S&T CALLS FOR ANTI-JAMMING TECHNOLOGY SUBMISSIONS
DHS S&T today released a RFI for participation in the 2017 First Responder Electronic Jamming Exercise at Idaho National Laboratory in Idaho Falls, Idaho, July 17-22, 2017.The deadline for submitting applications is January 20, 2017.
Responder News: Rural Volunteer Fire Departments Face Specific Challenges
When S&T asked rural volunteer firefighters back in September to tell us what challenges they face, dozens of them responded passionately. Here is a summary of what they told us and our beginning efforts to answer the issues they raised.
Snapshot: S&T Releases New Incident Management Planning Tool for First Responders
EXD has funded research at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory to continue development of the Incident Management Preparedness and Coordination Toolkit (IMPACT), a geospatial tool designed to enhance situational awareness, communication, and collaboration during and for security events.
News Release: DHS S&T Transitions 8th Cybersecurity Tech for Commercialization
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate’s (S&T) Homeland Security Advanced Research Projects Agency has announced the eighth cybersecurity technology transitioning to commercialization as a part of its Cyber Security Division’s (CSD) Transition to Practice (TTP) program.
Responder News: Burn Saver Thermal Sensor Provides Warning for Firefighter Safety
New S&T technology will alert firefighters when thermal conditions inside a burning building put them at risk for personal protective equipment failure.
SBIR Success Stories
Small businesses are crucial to innovative research and development efforts. Their nimble approach to solving technology challenges makes them valuable partners and results in important advances for S&T’s stakeholders.
News Release: DHS S&T and Israeli partners call for proposals on advanced first responder tech
DHS S&T today announced applications are now being accepted for the NextGen First Responder Technologies solicitation. This is a joint effort funded by S&T and the Israeli Ministry of Public Service.