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Terrorist and lone actors
chaos, damage, and death.
In the immediate aftermath of an attack,
it is first responders who run toward
the danger to protect the innocent.
But, who supports those responding
on the front lines during a critical incident?
Standing behind these brave
men and women is a network of experts.
They are the Department of Homeland Security's
Science and Technologies Directorate.
The research and development arm of DHS
S&T provides the tools, techniques,
and knowledge that helps operators
adapt to and defeat ever changing threats.
S&T looks at environments like subway systems.
From curb to platform.
S&T puts technology in the hands of responders
to ensure they have unprecedented
situational awareness during an incident.
At large scale events, incident command
can now leverage public broadcasting
to quickly and securely share
a high volume of information.
And first responders can rely on
on next generation tools to sort,
and prioritize mass amounts of data.
S&T coordinates active shooter exercises
and provides advanced online virtual training.
S&T also develops elite canine evaluations
and helps provide specialized training
for the detection of complex
improvised explosive devices.
Who protects the homeland and how?
The Department of Homeland Security's
Science and Technology Directorate.
Many missions, one goal.
S&T mobilizing innovation to secure the nation.