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Fighting Fire with Knowledge on Lithium-ion Battery Hazards
S&T, the Fire Department of the City of New York and U.S. Fire Administration recently hosted a workshop with firefighters and scientists from across the nation to discuss emerging hazards and threats from community electrification and rising incidents of lithium-ion battery fires.
Feature Article: Bomb Technicians Train on Trains
Under the streets of Philadelphia and at power stations nearby, local first responders recently trained with S&T for events they hope will never happen.
S&T’s Year in Review: Building a More Secure Future in 2024
Reflecting on how the last 12 months shaped S&T's research and development efforts and strengthened our commitment to securing the nation.
S&T Updates Master Question List for Synthetic Opioids
DHS S&T released an updated Master Question List (MQL) for Synthetic Opioids.
International Cooperation Strengthens Global Infrastructure
How two decades of sharing our nations’ infrastructure-related challenges has helped to accelerate global solutions.
Feature Article: Preparing our Ports for the Future of Alternative Maritime Fuels
Alternative fuels like ammonia will greatly reduce carbon emissions, but are they safe for our infrastructure? A recent S&T market research survey assessed potential hazards, so U.S. ports can better prepare.
Bringing the Brightest Minds Together to Disrupt Fentanyl
Updates on how S&T’s cross-sector collaborations are working to end the opioid epidemic.
DHS and Japan Sign Joint Statement to Advance Mutual S&T Goals
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) signed a Joint Statement of Intent (JSoI) for collaborative research, development and foreign technical exchanges with Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). The details of this statement re-affirm the commitment of the two countries to cooperate in fields of science and technology.
How We’re Grateful for Our Critical Infrastructure
S&T commemorates Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month with a look at the systems and structures in place to ensure our nation and communities remain safe and thriving.
Feature Article: AI Means Better, Faster and More for First Responders
S&T is working to identify the best ways to incorporate artificial intelligence and machine learning into daily operations to support first responders.
S&T, USFA, and FDNY Collaborate on Lithium-Ion Battery Risks at Public Safety Workshop
DHS S&T, in collaboration with the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) and Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY), hosted a comprehensive two-day workshop titled Charging Forward: Public Safety in Community Electrification.
Ensuring the Nation’s Cybersecurity Is a Whole-of-Government Effort
Learn how the Software Assurance Community of Practice (SwA CoP) working group is helping S&T implement and improve state-of-the-art technologies that will ensure our nation’s cybersecurity.
Feature Article: S&T Continues Counter-Unmanned Aerial System Technologies Testing
S&T's Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS) program and partners are furthering a public-private collaboration to assess innovative C-UAS technologies to thwart drones being used for nefarious purposes.
S&T Awards to Minority Serving Institutions for Summer Research Team Projects
DHS S&T announced the recipients of more than $1.7 million in follow-on funding to 19 research teams from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI).
Ongoing Hurricane Recovery Efforts
S&T continues to support hurricane response and recovery efforts following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Feature Article: Leveraging AI to Enhance the Nation’s Cybersecurity
S&T is exploring the possibilities of using artificial intelligence and machine learning to enhance the homeland’s cybersecurity posture.
S&T Works Tirelessly to Ensure Our Cybersecurity
One way that S&T is working to remain vigilant and prepared to protect our nation’s cybersecurity is through our CAPC Research Initiative, a cutting-edge cybersecurity research and development (R&D) program.
Feature Article: When S&T and HSWERX Partner, the Results Are Out of Sight
S&T and HSWERX recently brought industry partners together to showcase drone solutions in support of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Similar public-private partnerships are on the horizon for 2025.
S&T Awards Contracts to Four Startups to Develop Privacy-Enhancing Synthetic Data Generation Capabilities
DHS S&T announced four contract awards to Betterdata, DataCebo, MOSTLY AI, and Rockfish Data to develop synthetic data capabilities that model and replicate the shape and patterns of real data, while safeguarding privacy and mitigating security harms.
Sending our Support after Hurricane Helene
The Science and Technology Directorate’s Search and Rescue Common Operating Platform is providing emergency managers in the region critical data that is informing response and relief efforts in real time.
Cybersecurity Is a Top Priority and a Collective Effort
The Science and Technology Directorate kicks off Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a look at some of our related research, development, testing, and evaluation work currently underway and the partnerships that make it all possible.
Feature Article: Unmanned Aircraft Systems for First Responders in Rural Environments
S&T’s National Urban Security Technology Laboratory tested how UAS systems support first responders in the field.
Feature Article: SARCOP: One Team. One Mission. One Map.
The Search and Rescue Common Operating Platform (SARCOP) connects all levels of disaster response to increase speed, efficiency, and save lives.
S&T Marks National Preparedness Month with Colorado Wildfire Sensor Delivery and First Responder Forum
DHS S&T announced the delivery and phased implementation of wildland fire sensors throughout Colorado that can detect the early stages of wildfires before they spread
Feature Article: How S&T Supports the Next-Generation Emergency Operations Center
With the Community Lifeline Status System, emergency managers can now easily communicate with teams and maintain data-informed situational awareness through every stage of planning, response, and recovery.