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Responder News US Canada CAUSE IV Experiment
Emergencies pay no heed to international borders. This is why Canada and the United States continue to enhance and develop cross-border cooperation.
S&T Internet of Things Pilot Demonstrates State of the Practical
On January 13th, I had the chance to learn more about S&T First Responders Group Internet of Things pilot project firsthand.
Responder News: OIC Building Strong Relationships Bridging Interoperability Gaps
FRG’s OIC is comprised of programs that address both voice and data interoperability. OIC is creating the capacity for increased levels of interoperability by developing tools, best practices, technologies and methodologies that emergency response agencies can immediately put into effect.
Responder News: Be Prepared Emergencies During Winter Storms
Being prepared for snow storms or other weather-related emergencies can save you time and unnecessary risks when unexpected severe weather strikes. Many resources are available to help you inform yourself and others about the dangers posed by winter weather.
S&T Works Closely with International Partners to Strengthen Security
Our international partners—including foreign governments, major multilateral organizations, and global businesses—provide some of the most valuable assets to solve homeland security challenges. That’s why we have executed 13 agreements for research collaborations with individual countries and the European Commission.
What Does a Trusted Cyber Future Look Like
On May 18, DHS S&T launched the National Conversation’s Campaign: A Trusted Cyber Future: Ensuring Protection of Privacy, Commerce, and Community to discuss a variety of topics relevant to protecting our cyber ecosystem.
Announcing New Prize Competition!
Launched on January 6, this competition offers a maximum award of $250,000 to innovators develop a more Environmentally Friendly Buoy Mooring System.
S&T and Chicago PD Pilot Provides High-speed, Real-time Access to Video
After 12 weeks of testing, DHS S&T unveiled lessons learned from its Chicago Long-Term Evolution (LTE) pilot that was conducted with first responders.
S&T and Coast Guard Launch Prize Competition
S&T and the USCG Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) Program launched the “Environmentally Friendly Replacement for Buoy Mooring Systems” prize competition, with a maximum award of up to $290,000
Responder News: First Responder Technologies A Year of Transition
Highlighting innovative first responder tech that hit the street in 2015, as well as R&D on the horizon in the new year.
S&T POINTER Pinpoints First Responder Locations
When firefighters rush into a burning building, it is imperative that they and their operations team know their precise locations at all times. Even with global positioning systems (GPS) and other tracking technologies, environmental conditions, obstructions and interference from the building materials can severely limit pinpointing them.
Mobilizing Innovation to Secure Our World
Happy New Year everyone! S&T’s resolution for 2016 centers around mobilizing innovation to secure our world!
Responder News: New Technologies Aid Law Enforcement during National Crime Prevention Month
Every October, government agencies, schools, businesses and civil society organizations take time to spread awareness and search for new opportunities on how to prevent crime. How is new law enforcement technology contributing to the nation-wide effort to prevent crime?
2016 Brings New Challenges & Opportunities
First, I’d like to wish you and your families a happy holiday season. S&T accomplished a great deal in 2015, and I’m excited about the achievements and accomplishments 2016 will bring.
Responder News: First Responders 2015 Year in Review
Highlights 2015 first responder technology milestones.
Responder News: Datacasting in 100 Seconds
The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate’s First Responders Group (FRG) works diligently to ensure first responders have the tools, technologies and knowledge they need to save lives and protect property while staying safe.
Responder News: Panel Addresses Radio Interoperability Among First Responders
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) recently announced the membership of its Project 25 Compliance Assessment Program (P25 CAP) Advisory Panel.
S&T Helps to Ensure Safe Travels
Through the Apex Air Entry/Exit Re-engineering (AEER) program, S&T is working hand-in-glove with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) on a range of initiatives to transform the international arrivals process at U.S. air ports of entry and support the National Travel and Tourism Strategy.
Responder Spotlight: Patricia J. Dukes
I look for opportunities to make my - and other first responders’ - tasks easier, more efficient and technologically advanced.
National Conversation Spurred New Ideas and Recommendations
The National Conversation on Homeland Security Technology–an S&T stakeholder engagement initiative intended to foster exchange on homeland security solutions and research and development–recently wrapped up two dialogues: Enable the Decision Maker: Actionable Information at the Speed of Thought and Screening at Speed: Ensuring that Security Matches the Pace of Life.
Responder News: Forum Fosters Global Collaboration
Government representatives from several nations will launch the Forum at the International Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Conference on October 23-27 in Chicago, Illinois.
Responder News: NUSTL Gross Decontamination App for Responders Developed Through Partnerships
The Gross Decontamination Application Project is a joint effort with the EPA to develop an app that will provide first responders, both on- and offline, with reference information and operational guidance on contamination containment, gross decontamination and early phase waste management strategies that are critical in the wake of a radiological incident.
Small Business Expertise Sought to Help Solve Homeland Security Challenges
Beginning December 16, 2015, DHS will accept proposals for its upcoming SBIR Program FY 16.1 joint solicitation which covers 13 technical areas from two DHS organizations, S&T and DNDO.
DHS S&T Releases Innovation Call Aimed at Startups
Awarded through Other Transaction Solicitation HSHQDC-16-R-B0005, the first call for proposals is looking for solutions to improve situational awareness and security measures for protecting Internet of Things (IoT) domains
Responder News: InterAgency Board Issues Guidance on Improving Active Shooter Response
Report informs communities of the value and necessity of developing an integrated response.