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S&T Launches New Training Guideline for Detection Canine Teams
DHS S&T announced a new interactive training tool for handlers and trainers of explosive detection canines to upgrade their capabilities to Person-Borne Explosives Detection.
Feature Article: Strong Relationships with First Responders are an Investment in R&D
S&T continues to fulfill its mission to arm responders with cutting-edge technologies, tools, and information to allow them do their jobs safely and effectively.
DHS Releases Recommendations to Protect National Public Warning System from EMPs
DHS released a report of operational approaches to protect the National Public Warning System from an electromagnetic pulse (EMP).
Feature Article: Urban OpEx—New York City Is a Testbed for First Responder Tech
Over the course of a week in late July, staff from NUSTL and across S&T collaborated with several federal, state and local agencies for the 2022 Urban Operational Experimentation (OpEx).
S&T SVIP Awards Funds to Volt Athletics for Physical Well-Being AI Software
DHS S&T announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award to Volt Athletics, Inc. to further develop its Artificial Intelligence powered software system, “Volt,” that will help the DHS workforce improve its overall health and wellness, especially for personnel who operate in high-stress and dangerous conditions.
DHS Tests Next Generation WUI Alerting Technology
DHS S&T concluded a proof-of-concept demonstration of the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) integration model in Fairfax County, VA.
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.
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.
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.
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.