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National Science Foundation Offers STEM Education Pathways With ExLENT Program

The National Science Foundation has launched Experiential Learning for Emerging and Novel Technologies, a $30 million program meant to provide hands-on learning opportunities in advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum information science and microelectronics. NSF aims to support individuals interested in pursuing science, technology, engineering and mathematics careers by connecting them with relevant public and […]
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ICF Secures Position on $1.2B SAMHSA Support Contract

ICF has won a position under a five-year, $1.2 billion multiple-award recompete indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quality contract with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, a component of the Department of Health and Human Services. In support of the agency’s behavioral health programs, ICF said it will provide data analytics, research, communications and digital modernization capabilities, among […]
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Las Vegas Airport Using Compact CT Baggage Scanner Developed by DHS

Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas is using a new and advanced carry-on baggage screening system that was developed in part by the Department of Homeland Security‘s Science & Technology Directorate. The system, known as Reduced Form Factor-Computed Tomography, is designed so the Transportation Security Administration can install baggage scanners in smaller airports that […]
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Universities, Laboratories Receive Solar Energy Research Funds From DOE

Eight academic institutes have received $14 million in research investments as part of the Department of Energy’s Deploying Solar with Wildlife and Ecosystem Services Benefits funding program, which is intended to optimize gains from solar energy facilities while mitigating harm to nature. Researchers at selected universities and laboratories will conduct a variety of studies and […]
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Department of Homeland Security Supports New National Biodefense Strategy

The Department of Homeland Security has a key role in securing the U.S. under the new National Biodefense Strategy and Implementation Plan. President Joe Biden recently signed the National Security Memorandum-15, Countering Biological Threats, Enhancing Pandemic Preparedness, and Achieving Global Health Security, enabling the launch of the strategy. Efforts under the plan aim to enhance […]
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RFIs Issued on Two CHIPS Act Projects by NIST

The National Institute of Standards and Technology is encouraging semiconductor manufacturing experts and stakeholders to guide two programs being developed under the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors for America Act. The first initiative involves financially incentivizing private investment in domestic manufacturing while the second entails setting up collaborative research and innovation networks. NIST issued […]
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VA Police to Receive Axon Law Enforcement Systems Under $60M IDIQ Contract

Axon has won a $60 million indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to supply the Department of Veterans Affairs Police Services law enforcement equipment and software. Specifically, VA aims to equip its officers with Axon’s Fleet 3 in-car cameras and Body 3 cameras while leveraging the situational awareness and digital evidence management capabilities of the company’s Respond and Evidence […]
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NIST Offers Certification Course for Drone Piloting Proficiency, Evaluation

Several officials from federal, state and local law enforcement agencies have taken part in a training program in Maryland focused on enhancing the drone assessment capabilities and drone piloting proficiency of participants. The National Institute of Standards and Technology developed the Advanced Open/Obstructed Test Proctor Course for Evaluating Drone Capabilities and Remote Pilot Proficiency. According […]
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