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News Release: S&T Calls for Technologies for First Responder Electronic JAMX 22
S&T releases RFI for participation in the 2022 First Responder Electronic Jamming Exercise.
News Release: DHS Awards to Small Business for Enhanced Detection of Explosives and Illicit Drugs
Targeted surface interrogation technology quickly detects trace residues of explosives and illicit drugs on carry-on baggage, laptops and other items.
Feature Article: S&T Wildfire Sensor Initiative Heats Up
S&T successfully tested four prototype technologies for early detection of wildfires.
News Release: DHS Awards Texas Small Business for Urban Detection of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Technology solution provides an easily deployable system that leverages available 5G signals to detect and track UAV in urban environments.
S&T and FEMA Cosponsoring Nationwide Drill for Radiation Emergencies
First responders across the nation are participating in a September 8 training exercise to hone their skills for responding to a radiation emergency.
Feature Article: Quickly Detecting Cyanide Poisoning After Fires Can Save Lives
S&T CSAC developed a new cyanide detection test method, both affordable and efficient, to test fire survivors for toxic cyanide exposure at the scene.
S&T Helps the Country Prepare for Surprises
The Science and Technology Directorate is preparing every day for unexpected events that could challenge the nation.
Feature Article: Using DNA to Search for the True Origins of Imported Honey
S&T worked with the Borders, Trade, and Immigration Institute Center of Excellence on cutting-edge forensic science to identify the country of origin of imported honey.
News Release: S&T Funds California Startup to Test SUAS for Improved Situational Awareness
DHS S&T awarded $500,000 to Planck Aerosystems, Inc., for further testing and deployment of its autonomous small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) in U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) operational settings.
Celebrating the Sweetness (and DNA) of Honey
S&T joined forces with the Borders, Trade, and Immigration Institute Center of Excellence to invest in cutting-edge forensic science that can quickly determine the true origin of honey.
News Release: DHS Awards $950K to Hawaii Small Business for Remote Sensor Data Protection
Funding to develop a sensor system capability that is resistant to spoofing or data manipulation.
News Release: S&T Seeks Crowd Count and Analysis Technologies for Market Survey Report
S&T released a request for information on technology solutions that analyze crowds and their size.
New Release: S&T Funds Washington Startup to Test Metamaterial-Based Radar
Award enables S&T to explore new use cases for the MESA radar in counter-unmanned aircraft systems scenarios.
News Release: First Aid for Severe Trauma (FAST) Course Now Available
Training program is for organizations and individuals seeking education on handling a life-threatening bleeding emergency.
News Release: DHS S&T Releases Draft Environmental Assessment on Proposed NYC Airflow Study
Study will gather data on the behavior of aerosolized particles in a complex urban environment, including concentrations both in the air and deposited on environmental surfaces.
Feature Article: Safely Handling Drone S&T Has an App for That!
Using the SHAKE app, personnel in the field can determine the make and model of a device, if it has been modified, and whether it is carrying an unauthorized payload. The app details steps to keep CBP agents safe, secure the surrounding area, protect people nearby, and collect the device safely.
News Release: DHS Awards $981K to N. Carolina Small Business for Digital Paging Technology
Device Solutions will develop two robust paging receiver designs using public television ATSC 3.0 that leverage open standards, broadcast and public safety infrastructure, modern network devices, and new wireless electronics.
Concluding S&T Virtual Whole of Government R&D Showcase
Representatives from government agencies, esteemed researchers, community leaders, law enforcement, and global partners joined our S&T experts for 16 panel discussions to delve into work we've teamed up on for our nation and beyond.
News Release: S&T Seeks Laser Protective Eyewear for Market Survey Analysis
DHS S&T released a request for information on multi-spectrum laser protective eyewear that meets the needs of law enforcement and emergency response agencies.
News Release: DHS S&T to Host Inaugural Homeland Security Startup Studio Showcase
DHS S&T will host the inaugural Homeland Security Startup Studio (HSSS) 21 Converge event to showcase the work of five teams from the HSSS 2021 program.
News Release: S&T Posts Final Series of Virtual Whole-of-Government R&D Showcase
Series 4 highlights how S&T is accelerating technology development and enhancing security to keep our nation moving forward.
Showcasing Critical R&D Partnerships
Join us for Series 4 of our four-part Whole-of-Government R&D Showcase, focusing on Building Whole-of-Government R&D Partnerships.
News Release: S&T to Demonstrate Innovative Solutions for Critical DHS Mission Needs
Virtual demonstration series on September 14–17, 2021, will showcase new technology solutions funded by its Silicon Valley Innovation Program.
News Release: S&T Selects Performers for Phase II Wildland Fire Sensor Research
DHS S&T this week announced the selection of two industry partners to move forward with the next test and evaluation phase of S&T’s Wildland Fire Sensor Research Program.
S&T Developing New 5G, Emergency Communications Security Tools
S&T is engaged in two priority research projects whose goal is to make communications technology more secure for federal government and public safety uses.