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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.
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.
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.
Mobilizing Innovation to Secure Our World
Happy New Year everyone! S&T’s resolution for 2016 centers around mobilizing innovation to secure our world!
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.
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.
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.
S&T Tackles IOT Security
Technology allows us to be increasingly efficient in our everyday lives by integrating more of the speed and connectivity of the Internet into our physical world. Whether it’s a thermostat, an automobile or a medical technology, these devices— and countless others — make up what is known as the Internet of Things (IoT).
Resilient Communities Discussion
November is Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month. Throughout this month, S&T has leveraged our Facebook and Twitter accounts to provide updates on the work S&T oversees in support of the nation’s critical infrastructure. If you haven’t seen our video that explains projects that help us “Get Ahead of the Storm,” I encourage you to do so. It’s a fun way to look at some very serious and needed resources.
Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I think of all the things we celebrate as a country. And while there are all types of celebrations, the constant is the coming together.