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Last Updated: September 6, 2022 | Site Page

We Have to Prepare to Be Surprised

Matthew Moe discusses how S&T characterizes threats, including how we identified key information about the unknown virus that caused a global pandemic.

Last Updated: July 19, 2022 | Press Releases

DHS Establishes New Office of Health Security 

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) this week established the Office of Health Security, a new office that will serve as the principal medical, workforce health and safety, and public health authority for DHS.  

Last Updated: May 12, 2022 | Publication

DHS First Responder Vaccine Initiative Pilot Program Report

DHS First Responder Vaccine Initiative Pilot Program

Last Updated: January 7, 2022 | Publication

S&T 2021 Year in Review

The Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) continually strives to ask the right questions, find the best solutions, and then ask even better questions. This pursuit of knowledge has far-reaching implications for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mission and even farther impacts for the nation. Here are some highlights of what we learned in 2021 and its significance for the future of science and technology.

Last Updated: December 9, 2021 | Press Releases

Feature Article: Ensuring Coast Guard Can ‘Strike’ Fast During HAZMAT Incidents

S&T's Chemical Security Analysis Center provides Coast Guard with comprehensive assessment of chemical-detection capabilities.

Last Updated: August 2, 2021 | Press Releases

DHS Statement on Updated CDC Order

“As part the United States’ COVID-19 mitigation efforts, DHS will continue to process individuals in accordance with the CDC’s updated Title 42 Order. Title 42 is not an immigration authority, but a public health authority, and its continued use is dictated by CDC and governed by the CDC's analysis of public health factors."

Last Updated: June 21, 2021 | Blog

Unifying Research to Work for You

At DHS S&T, we are kicking off summer by hosting a series of expert-led discussions on the impact and importance of the work we do.

Last Updated: May 4, 2021 | Site Page

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

DHS’s efforts have facilitated a speedy, whole-of-government response in confronting COVID-19 to keep Americans safe.

Last Updated: April 20, 2021 | Press Releases

Feature Article: New Tech Makes Detecting Airborne Ebola Virus Possible

The Science and Technology Directorate’s National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center designed and conducted a study to optimize methods for collecting and measuring very small amounts of Ebola virus in the air.

Last Updated: January 31, 2021 | Press Releases

Acting Secretary Pekoske Directs TSA to Mitigate Spread of COVID-19 Through the Transportation System

The Acting Secretary of Homeland Security announced the issuance of a National Emergency Determination to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. This determination enables TSA to implement President Biden’s Executive Order on Promoting COVID-19 Safety in Domestic and International Travel.