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S&T Seeks Information on Scientific Capabilities for Food, Agriculture and Veterinary Defense
DHS S&T released an RFI seeking capabilities for scientific support for the S&T Food, Agriculture and Veterinary Defense (FAV-D) Program, including laboratory and vivarium space, IT infrastructure, as well as subject matter expertise.
S&T Participates in DHS Commemorative 9/11 Flag Tour
On July 25 and 26, our Transportation Security Laboratory (TSL) located in Atlantic City, New Jersey, raised the 9/11 commemorative flag at their building and let it wave proudly for all to see.
Feature Article: Field Tests Culminate 4 Years of Bioagent Studies
S&T collaborated for four years with top scientists at the U.S. EPA and USCG to ensure first responders and USCG personnel are properly equipped and trained to respond to a variety of biohazard emergencies.
It’s Summertime and the Research is Compelling
S&T actively fosters the next generation of homeland security professionals through workforce development initiatives. These programs are incredibly beneficial for both the participating students and the overall security of our nation, and this win-win situation is epitomized by the Homeland Security Professional Opportunities for the Student Workforce to Experience Research (HS-POWER) Program.
DHS Concludes Innovative Technology OpEx
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) and its National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL) hosted Urban OpEx 2022, an Operational Experimentation (OpEx) where first responders evaluated new and emerging technology solutions in realistic, urban settings throughout the New York Metropolitan area during the week of July 18 - 22.
Feature Article: Will the Sun Soon Power First Responders?
Fabric woven to harness solar power recently completed weaving trials. The fabric will ultimately be used to design high-functioning gear that can keep responders’ tech charged and ready.
Technologically Speaking…
DHS Science and Technology Directorate launches the Technologically Speaking podcast, a collection of personal accounts and the stories behind the science.
S&T Seeks Solutions to Software Vulnerabilities
DHS S&T announced a new solicitation in partnership with CISA that address weaknesses in software, a key component of critical infrastructure systems.
S&T Awards Funds for Safety Monitoring Technology
DHS S&T announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award to Sentinel Occupational Safety (Sentinel), to develop safety monitoring technology for DHS personnel.
S&T Awards Funds for Developing Wearable Tech, Mitigating Heat-Related Injuries
DHS S&T announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award to Kenzen, Inc., to develop wearable technology that helps prevent heat-related injuries for DHS personnel who work in extreme weather conditions.