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Last Updated: November 10, 2022 | Press Releases

S&T Awards Funds for Developing Anomaly Detection Systems for Securing Soft Targets

DHS S&T announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award to customize its commercial artificial intelligence solution and create an adaptable anomaly detection system to secure soft targets.

Last Updated: November 10, 2022 | Press Releases

S&T Awards Funds for Developing Detection Algorithms for Securing Soft Targets

DHS S&T announced a Phase 1 Other Transaction award to Flux Tensor to apply algorithms that help identify motion in complex videos.

Last Updated: November 7, 2022 | Blog

Thank Goodness for Secure Infrastructure

In celebration of Infrastructure Security Month, discover S&T initiatives safeguarding various vital systems that underpin our modern society.

Last Updated: November 3, 2022 | Press Releases

Feature Article: Software Suite Will Harden Defenses for Soft Targets

S&T is continuously working to equip those within DHS dedicated to securing soft targets with enhanced detection methods.

Last Updated: September 27, 2022 | Blog

Helping Communities to Prepare for Disasters

To better prepare for natural disasters, the S&T-funded Coastal Resilience Center (CRC) is reaching out across communities especially vulnerable to natural hazards.

Last Updated: September 14, 2022 | Publication

National Preparedness Month Impact 2022

This R&D Impacts Update showcases how investments in science and technology are enhancing the nation’s resilience and ability to adapt to current and projected emerging threats, including wildfires, floods, and hurricanes.

Last Updated: September 8, 2022 | Press Releases

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.

Last Updated: September 6, 2022 | Press Releases

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).

Last Updated: September 1, 2022 | Blog

Building a Lasting Legacy Through Preparedness

S&T joins the research and development community, intergovernmental partners and the general public in commemorating National Preparedness Month—an annual reminder of how important it is for all of us to be ready for disasters and emergencies.

Last Updated: August 16, 2022 | Press Releases

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.