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NBAF Prize Challenge
On September 30, we launched the National Bio and Agro Defense Facility (NBAF) Think and Do Challenge, our second prize competition under the America COMPETES Act. S&T is challenging thinkers, doers, and entrepreneurs to offer fresh approaches, unique ideas or proven methods to jumpstart the development of an instrument that enhances the NBAF’s role in shaping bio/agro security for the 21st century.
Getting Ahead of the Storm
Today marks the start of Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month. Today marks the start of Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Month.
IPT
Secretary Johnson and I agree on this one hundred percent, and we believe that the best way to find effective technological solutions is through integrated product teams (IPTs) that unify research and development (R&D) efforts across the department. Established in August of this year with the Science and Technology Directorate as the lead, IPTs have begun to convene mission-focused teams of component operators and DHS technical experts.
Kicking off NCSAM 2015
Identifying the importance of cybersecurity and raising awareness across our nation, President Obama designated October to be National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM).
Building Security into IoT
Due to the increase of real-time data and information sharing, Internet of Things (IOT) capabilities are revolutionizing the way we live and are reshaping our security landscape. S&T is making every effort to engage solution-makers to develop products that incorporate the IOT to help make our nation and communities safer and more resilient and make public safety sectors more effective.
Plum Island Crew Rescues Two from Sinking Vessel
I am excited to be able to recognize several members of our Plum Island Animal Disease Center (PIADC) team for their part in rescuing two lives.
Recognizing Dedication
This week, I’m going to change things up and talk about one of our dedicated federal employees who was recently recognized for her work in making the nation safer and more resilient.
ROF Dialogue Created Communities, spurred ideas
Ideas and innovative solutions discussed in the Responder of the Future Dialogue will help shape forthcoming S&T activities, including the Next Generation First Responder APEX program and other related projects, pilots, and activities.