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Snapshot: FIND Offers Simple Guidance for Lost Person Searches
The new FIND software uses Lost Person Locator statistics of decisions and patterns made by lost individuals in over 150,000 past cases, known as lost person behavior.
Countering the Impact of Hurricanes this National Preparedness Month
Coastal community leaders and the emergency managers tasked with planning for and responding to hurricanes face tough challenges when tracking approaching storms.
Responder Spotlight: Dan Dooley
New York City Police Department Captain Dan Dooley discusses his work on the Narcotics, VICE, and Gang Squad in South Manhattan along with his take on becoming a member of the First Responder Resource Group (FRRG).
Responder News: Countering Violent Extremism Program Provides Opportunity for First Responders
DHS relies on first responders who closely interact with community partners and leaders to support the principles of Countering Violent Extremism (CVE). This July, DHS released a notice for the 2016 CVE Grant Program.
Security Leaders of Tomorrow
At DHS and S&T, we are in a constant search for the security leaders of tomorrow to safeguard our nation from ever changing threats.
Media Advisory: DHS, DOD & NSF to Host Cyber Security Small Business Innovation Event
The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate Cyber Security Division, Department of Defense Assistant Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering, and National Science Foundation will co-host the 2016 Government Cyber Security Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Workshop, August 30 through September 1 at the J.W. Marriott in Washington, D.C.
Responder News: ALERT Center of Excellence Improves Explosives Training Solutions for First Responders
The Department of Homeland Security’s ALERT Center of Excellence is improving explosives training for first responders.
News Release: S&T Awards JGW Int'l LTD. $422K for Robotic Platforms
DHS S&T recently awarded a 12-month project for $422,330 to JGW International Ltd. based in Reston, Virginia, to develop a universal operator control unit system for four separate robotic platforms used for explosive ordnance disposal.
News Release DHS Announces $3.6M for Scientific Leadership Awards at Minority Serving Institutions
DHS S&T announced today a funding opportunity for Scientific Leadership Awards at Minority Serving Institutions.