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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211028T150000
DTSTAMP:20230707T185252Z
CREATED:20210924T222456Z
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SUMMARY:The Chemistry of Urban Wildfires: Committee Meeting 4 Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Destructive fires at the wildland-urban interface (WUI) have burned thousands of acres of residential space in recent years. This study will convene experts to examine the chemical processes that occur during urban wildfires\, the identity of resulting chemicals\, and what is known about human exposure pathways. The committee will also identify challenges in data collection and potential knowledge gaps. The final report will provide decision-makers with recommendations for additonal chemistry research needed to inform their work to mitigate the adverse chemical impacts of wildfires at the WUI. \nMeeting 4 of the Committee will take place over several non-consecutive days: \n\nOct 26 10:00 – 2:00PM: Meeting 4 Day 1\nOct 28 11:00 – 3:00PM: Meeting 4 Day 2\nNov 2 10:00 – 2:00PM: Meeting 4 Day 3\n\nPlease visit NASEM’s The Chemistry of Urban Wildfires website for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/the-chemistry-of-urban-wildfires-committee-meeting-4-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211030
DTSTAMP:20210924T233055Z
CREATED:20210924T233055Z
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SUMMARY:National Science\, Technology\, and Security Roundtable Meeting 4
DESCRIPTION:This is the fourth meeting of the National Science\, Technology\, and Security Roundtable. The Roundtable is a neutral venue where individuals from the national intelligence and law enforcement communities can meet with representatives from industry and the academic research community to discuss current threats\, benefits\, and potential risks. Members and speakers will continue their discussion from the last three meetings (Nov. 30\, 2020\, March 11\, 2021\, July 7-8\, 2021)\, hear from additional experts\, and chart the Roundtable’s future path. \nThe open exchange of scientific and technical information has long been a fundamental tenet of science and an important feature of academic and federally-funded research in the United States. Recent reports of foreign governments acquiring information and materials from foreign students and faculty studying and working in U.S. institutions and from U.S. faculty engaged in collaborative research activities abroad are raising concerns that the open exchange of U.S. scientific and technical know-how may be presenting new national and economic security risks in an increasingly global and competitive environment. \nNASEM established a National Science\, Technology\, and Security Roundtable to provide a neutral venue where individuals from the national intelligence and law enforcement communities can meet with representatives from industry and the academic research community to discuss current threats\, benefits\, and potential risks. The Roundtable will: \n1) explore critical issues related to protecting U.S. national and economic security \n2) identify and consider security threats and risks associated with federally funded research and development \n3) identify effective approaches to communicating threats and risks \n4) share best practices for addressing and mitigating the threats and risks \n5) examine potential near- and long-terms responses by stakeholders in the research enterprise to mitigate and address the risks associated with foreign threats. \nProceedings of the Roundtable discussions will be produced as will an overarching summary at the end of four years. \nPlease visit NASEM’s National Science\, Technology\, and Security Roundtable webpage for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/national-science-technology-and-security-roundtable-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T150000
DTSTAMP:20210924T224815Z
CREATED:20210924T224621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T224815Z
UID:26475-1635343200-1635346800@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Safe Transportation of Liquefied Natural Gas by Railroad Tank Car - Session 5
DESCRIPTION:The committee on Safe Transportation of Liquefied Natural Gas by Railroad Tank Car\, part of the Transportation Research Board\, will meet on 27 October 2021 in a closed session. This is the 5th Session of Phase II review. \nBackground: \nAn ad hoc committee appointed by the National Academies of Sciences\, Engineering\, and Medicine will review\, per request of Congress\, current U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) plans and activities to inform government and industry decisions about the transportation of liquefied natural gas (LNG) by rail and consider ways to ensure the continued safety of these shipments over the longer-term. The committee’s review will be carried out in two phases\, each producing a report with findings and recommendations as appropriate. \nPhase 1\nThe committee will review ongoing and planned USDOT efforts\, as documented and reported by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Administration (PHMSA) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)\, that are intended to inform pending decisions about whether and how bulk shipments of LNG can be safely transported by railroad tank car. The review will focus specifically on the plans and progress of the PHMSA-FRA LNG Task Force\, which has developed and begun executing a multi-task program of research\, data gathering\, analysis\, testing\, modeling\, and risk assessment. Based on the expert judgment of its members\, and drawing largely on the Task Force’s reports of results\, ongoing and planned tasks\, and other relevant information\, the committee will produce a report with findings on specific tasks and the program overall with regard to quality\, completeness\, and relevance to the agencies’ near-term decision making needs. The committee may make recommendations in this first report that can be acted upon quickly to strengthen the program. \nPhase 2\nThe committee will engage in information-gathering and analysis to conduct an in-depth study of topics relevant to ensuring the safe movement of LNG by rail if allowed by special permit or regulatory authorization. At a minimum\, the committee will examine: \nThe experience transporting LNG in bulk shipments by other modes\, including by water and truck\, to identify basic principles applied for safety assurance that can inform measures taken by government and industry to ensure the safe movement of LNG by rail; \nWhat is known about the effectiveness of special regulatory and industry measures intended to assure the safe transportation of other relevant bulk rail shipments of hazardous materials\, especially any routing\, speed\, and other operational controls applied to high-hazard flammable trains and accompanying enhanced track inspection regimes; \nThe applicability to bulk rail transportation of LNG of current emergency response plans\, protocols\, and guides for responding to LNG transportation incidents\, such as in PHMSA’s Emergency Response Guidebook. \nIn carrying out its review of these topics\, the committee may determine that there are other topics directly relevant to the safe transportation of LNG by rail that warrant examination\, and it may elect to do so. Based on findings from the study\, the committee will issue a second report containing recommendations as appropriate to Congress\, PHMSA\, FRA\, industry\, emergency responders\, and other relevant parties on actions\, both nearer- and longer-term\, that are warranted to improve understanding of the risks associated with transporting LNG by rail\, mitigate risks\, and prevent and prepare for potential incidents. \nPlease visit NASEM’s Safe Transportation of Liquefied Natural Gas by Railroad Tank Car page for more information and resources.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/safe-transportation-of-liquefied-natural-gas-by-railroad-tank-car-4/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T140000
DTSTAMP:20230707T185252Z
CREATED:20210924T222229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T185252Z
UID:26464-1635242400-1635256800@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:The Chemistry of Urban Wildfires: Committee Meeting 4 Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Destructive fires at the wildland-urban interface (WUI) have burned thousands of acres of residential space in recent years. This study will convene experts to examine the chemical processes that occur during urban wildfires\, the identity of resulting chemicals\, and what is known about human exposure pathways. The committee will also identify challenges in data collection and potential knowledge gaps. The final report will provide decision-makers with recommendations for additional chemistry research needed to inform their work to mitigate the adverse chemical impacts of wildfires at the WUI. \nMeeting 4 of the Committee will take place over several non-consecutive days: \n\nOct 26 10:00 – 2:00PM: Meeting 4 Day 1\nOct 28 11:00 – 3:00PM: Meeting 4 Day 2\nNov 2 10:00 – 2:00PM: Meeting 4 Day 3\n\nPlease visit NASEM’s The Chemistry of Urban Wildfires website for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/the-chemistry-of-urban-wildfires-committee-meeting-4-day-1/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Webcast-Remote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T143000
DTSTAMP:20210924T225730Z
CREATED:20210924T225730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T225730Z
UID:26482-1634648400-1634653800@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Transportation Resilience Metrics
DESCRIPTION:Natural hazards\, from hurricanes to earthquakes\, too often become disasters that wreak havoc on transportation systems. \nThe Transportation Research Board will host a webinar on Tuesday\, October 19\, 2021 from 1:00 to 2:30 PM Eastern to discuss transportation systems resilience\, which is the ability to prepare for and adapt to changing conditions and to withstand and recover rapidly from disruption. \nResilience is vitally important\, but increasingly challenging when resilience enhancement investments compete against projects that may produce more certain and immediate returns. Presenters will discuss measuring resilience and using resilience measures within a strong decision support framework to help make the case for investments in resilience. \nThis webinar will present the findings\, conclusions\, and recommendations from the recently published Consensus Study report Investing in Transportation Resilience: A Framework for Informed Choices. This webinar was organized by TRB’s Consensus Studies Division. \nThere is no fee for this webinar\, but sign into MyTRB.org to view registration information. \nWebinar agenda and presenters \n\nOverview of study: Joseph Schofer\, Northwestern University\nCurrent practices of measuring and assessing resilience: Susanne DesRoches\, New York City Mayor’s Office\nReview of academic research on resilience and resilience metrics: Paolo Bocchini\, Lehigh University\nRecommendations for integrating resilience in transportation investment decisions: Joseph Schofer\, Northwestern University\nQuestion and answer session: Moderated by Joseph Schofer\, Northwestern University\n\nThe first 60 minutes of the webinar will be for presentations and the final 30 minutes will be reserved for audience questions. \nLearning objectives \n\nDiscuss how transportation agencies are approaching resilience evaluations and investment decisions\nDescribe the multi-step\, multi-hazard analytic framework recommended for measuring resilience and informing investment decisions
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/transportation-resilience-metrics/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211019
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211021
DTSTAMP:20210924T213126Z
CREATED:20210924T213126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210924T213126Z
UID:26460-1634601600-1634774399@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:The Fifth Gilbert W. Beebe Webinar: Radiation Health
DESCRIPTION:The National Academies’ Nuclear and Radiation Studies Board is planning for two webinars on radiation health: \nOn October 19\, 12-2 PM (ET) on cardiovascular effects at low doses of radiation.\nOn October 20\, 12-2 PM (ET) on radon health effects. \nThe webinars will be part of the Gilbert W. Beebe Webinar Series. Agenda and registration information are forthcoming. \nThis meeting will be held entirely online. \nThe Gilbert W. Beebe Webinars are organized by Nuclear and Radiation Studies Board members and staff and are designed to promote discussions on ionizing and non-ionizing radiation health effects. The webinar series is an extension to the Gilbert W. Beebe Symposium established in 2002 to honor the scientific achievements of the late Dr. Gilbert W. Beebe (National Academy of Sciences; National Cancer Institute). Dr. Beebe was one of the designers and key implementers of the epidemiologic studies of populations exposed to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the Chernobyl accident. \nPlease visit NASEM’s Radiation Health webinar page for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/the-fifth-gilbert-w-beebe-webinar-radiation-health/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211019
DTSTAMP:20210925T044704Z
CREATED:20210925T044704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210925T044704Z
UID:26499-1634515200-1634601599@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Nuclear Risk Reduction: Friction Points
DESCRIPTION:Competitive dynamics between the United States and the Russian Federation\, and the United States and China\, colours interpretations of each other’s national security strategies and nuclear doctrines. The intent that each projects onto the other (for instance\, around lowered thresholds of nuclear use\, or the pursuit of escalation dominance) then filters into their readings of specific capabilities. Consequently\, the “friction points” between them – the issues of contention that can spark potential conflict and escalation\, including to nuclear use – are unfortunately numerous. \nThis side event to the UN First Committee will contribute to informed discussion on nuclear weapon risk reduction\, considering ways that the ‘great powers’ can bridge strategic perception gaps (including through the ongoing Russia-US bilateral strategic stability dialogue).  Panelists will also discuss technological developments – including in other domains – that are increasing the risks of nuclear weapon use\, as well as means to address these. \nUNIDIR encourages the participation of representatives and experts interested in nuclear risk reduction\, strategic stability\, and related topics. \nDISCUSSION\nAnna Péczeli\, Center for Global Security Research \nPolina Sinovets\, Odessa Center for Nonproliferation \nWilfred Wan\, UNIDIR (moderator)
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/nuclear-risk-reduction-friction-points/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211014T160000
DTSTAMP:20230707T185252Z
CREATED:20210924T213642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T185252Z
UID:26462-1634223600-1634227200@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Like Wildfire: How Climate Justice Should Change Disaster Response
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by DBASSE and Issues in Science and Technology magazine\, the 2021 Henry and Bryna David lecture will feature Dr. Michael A. Méndez\, assistant professor of environmental planning and policy at the University of California\, Irvine. \nAs climate change advances\, communities across the United States are adapting to the increased threat of wildfires. Such disasters are expected to become more frequent and severe. \nIn this lecture\, Dr. Méndez explores why it is crucial to understand how these events amplify existing inequalities\, and how to lessen the resulting harms\, in particular for the most stigmatized populations\, such as undocumented Latino/a and Indigenous migrants. \nDr. Michael Méndez is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Planning and Policy at the University of California\, Irvine. He most recently served as the inaugural James and Mary Pinchot Faculty Fellow in Sustainability Studies and Associate Research Scientist at the Yale School of the Environment. Michael has more than a decade of senior-level experience in the public and private sectors\, where he consulted and actively engaged in the policymaking process. This included working for the California State Legislature as a senior consultant\, lobbyist\, a member of the California State Mining & Geology Board\, and as vice chair of the Sacramento City Planning Commission. In 2021\, California Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Dr. Méndez to the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board. The board regulates water quality in a region of 11 million people. \nDr. Méndez’s research on climate-induced disasters and social vulnerability has been awarded a National Science Foundation (NSF) Early Faculty Career grant\, in conjunction with the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR). \nPlease visit NASEM’s Like Wildfire: How Climate Justice Should Change Disaster Response meeting page for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/like-wildfire-how-climate-justice-should-change-disaster-response/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211015
DTSTAMP:20210925T044349Z
CREATED:20210925T044205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210925T044349Z
UID:26495-1634169600-1634255999@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Addressing Today’s Nuclear Challenges: Findings from a UNIDIR Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:This side event to the UN First Committee will contribute to informed discussion on today’s broad nuclear challenges: consolidating the non-use of nuclear weapons\, recrafting strategic arms control for the 21st century\, and revitalizing pursuit of nuclear disarmament. It will engage some of the participants in the dialogue for their reflections on the discussions\, their views on these challenges\, and the actions they see as most important or ripe for pursuit now. \nAGENDA\nWelcoming Remarks \n\nRobin Geiss\, UNIDIR\n\nIntroductory Remarks \n\nIzumi Nakamitsu\, High Representative for Disarmament Affair\n\nDiscussion of Dialogue Findings\, including: \n\nLewis Dunn\, UNIDIR\nKarim Haggag\, American University in Cairo\nAndrey Baklitskiy\, PIR Center\nManpreet Sethi\, Centre for Air Power Studies\nWilfred Wan\, UNIDIR (moderator)\n\nFollowed by Q&A \nPARTICIPANTS\nUNIDIR encourages the participation of representatives and experts interested in nuclear disarmament\, nuclear deterrence\, and strategic arms control. \nBACKGROUND \nIn July 2020\, UNIDIR launched an informal dialogue on nuclear disarmament\, nuclear deterrence\, and strategic arms control\, bringing together a diverse group of policymakers\, experts\, and civil society representatives from around the world. In September 2021\, the Institute issued a findings paper that showcases key propositions\, findings\, and recommendations from the dialogue. Together\, its points offer a promising vision and the elements from which to craft an agenda for enhanced global collaboration to reduce today’s nuclear dangers.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/addressing-todays-nuclear-challenges-findings-from-a-unidir-dialogue/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Webcast-Remote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T110000
DTSTAMP:20210925T040524Z
CREATED:20210925T040524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210925T040524Z
UID:26491-1633600800-1633604400@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Conflict in the Horn of Africa: What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Georgia State University will host a webcast lecture featuring Laetitia Bader\, Horn of Africa Director at Human Rights Watch on the “Conflict in the Horn of Africa: What You Need to Know” on 7 October 2021. \nThe event is open to the public. \n\nWhat countries make up the Horn of Africa?\nWhat are the major ongoing conflicts and humanitarian emergencies in the region?\nHow have these conflicts impacted the international community with respect to economic\, fiscal and social costs?\nWhat is currently being done by the international community\, if anything\, to address these conflicts?\nWhat is needed/how can we help?\n\nPlease visit the Georgia State University Prevention Research Center website for more information. \n 
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/conflict-in-the-horn-of-africa-what-you-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:Symposium,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210929
DTSTAMP:20210925T042223Z
CREATED:20210902T041405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210925T042223Z
UID:26493-1632700800-1632873599@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:2021 Outer Space Security Conference
DESCRIPTION:Space is increasingly critical to modern life on Earth. However\, there is growing concern that as space becomes more economically and strategically important\, tensions between different space actors could lead to conflict. Such a conflict could have devastating consequences for humankind. \nOver the past year\, several countries have carried out tests of counterspace technology\, as well as ambiguous operations that have raised alarms and incited protests and criticisms. Many States’ space policies continue to shift towards treating outer space as a contested\, operational\, or even warfighting\, domain. This panel will discuss drivers of an arms race in outer space including geopolitical rivalries\, enabling capabilities\, and the accelerated development of arms. \nTo better understand and address issues related to space security\, the United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) is pleased to invite you to the 2021 Outer Space Security Conference. This two-day flagship event provides a unique forum for the Geneva-based diplomatic community—as well as visiting experts from military\, industry and academic backgrounds—to jointly consider challenges related to security in outer space and to exchange ideas regarding solutions. \nUNIDIR encourages the participation of diplomats\, national representatives\, policymakers\, as well as academics\, practitioners and other experts working on or interested in issues pertaining to space security. \nHighlighted topics and addresses include: \n\nWhy the international community needs to build a sustainable space security architecture\nFrom the enactment of the Outer Space Treaty to now: how has the space domain changed?\nThe dual-use nature of space assets and their potential impacts on outer space security\nNon-binding norms and Transparency and Confidence-Building Measures (TCBMs)\nThe Hague Code of Conduct against Ballistic Missile Proliferation (HCOC) and its relevancy to this discussion\nVerification mechanisms and space security regulations\nThe role of non-governmental entities and non-traditional stakeholders in contributing to space security\n\nREGISTRATION\nThis hybrid event will be held in person in the Palais des Nations\, Geneva and it will be livestreamed\, with the possibility of interactive participation. \nParticipants can join the event either in-person or virtually: \n\nTo participate in-person\, please register here.\n\nPlease note due to Covid-19\, participants who: within the past 14 days have been in close contact with a person testing positive for Covid-19\, or experience cold- or flu-like symptoms (however mild) are not authorized to enter UNOG and are kindly requested to attend meetings remotely instead.\n\n\nTo participate virtually\, please register here. The link to access the broadcast of OS21 will be sent to registered participants one day prior to the event.\n\nPlease visit the UNIDIR 2021 Outer Space Security Conference site for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/2021-outer-space-security-conference/
LOCATION:Palais des Nations\, Avenue de la Paix 8-14\, Geneva\, Switzerland
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210916T143000
DTSTAMP:20210225T020947Z
CREATED:20210225T020947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T020947Z
UID:25847-1631797200-1631802600@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Blast Protection of Buildings - Engineering Standards
DESCRIPTION:A virtual discussion on engineering and design standards for Blast Protection of Buildings will be held September 16\, 2021. \nJoin SEI Host Jennifer Goupil for a discussion about ASCE/SEI 59. The Blast Protection of Buildings standard provides minimum requirements for planning\, design\, construction\, and assessment of new and existing buildings subject to the effects of accidental or malicious explosions. The Standard includes principles for establishing appropriate threat parameters\, levels of protection\, loadings\, analysis methodologies\, materials\, detailing\, and test procedures. It provides a comprehensive presentation of current practice in the analysis and design of structures for blast resistance. Commentaries on the requirements are also included. The Standard supplements existing building codes\, standards\, and laws\, but is not intended to replace them. \nResources:\nBlast Protection of Buildings (59-11)\nStructural Design for Physical Security: State of the Practice\nDesign of Blast-Resistant Buildings in Petrochemical Facilities \nPlease visit the ASCE SEI Standards Series website for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/blast-protection-of-buildings-engineering-standards/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:https://sp360.asce.org/SSO/Login.aspx?vi=7&vt=6dbd78b7b2bf70484a364850b300939a5a7b6643949c26b38d391f8035c9fefdc83b864c0026dee9d1d141c9ce5a2d34a94695ba1c360bdcb9ea9d0c476f27ea53a1a962062f2e33283fd94d32821a023ced607d3c50a2ca3a83c22b0da8900b02113ddb7795b7f5926927e4d28393be8017f5b90eeb851959ec12f59aee46928293a3a24e6212d09a8d21b7f7fa729ac39b620ecc0b0059e6042d869e238f144c40f504658f83d7ffd800be8eb533cef507edd42d8cf38ef630544c79803239564302b35b2a5238626b9a7c3038002cdc6d99cb9c9339bf65458d01633074543623509a7cc0b3a75ca7db1f3a5f7f18
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210828
DTSTAMP:20230707T185331Z
CREATED:20210226T203311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T185331Z
UID:25888-1629763200-1630108799@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:EMS Today 2021
DESCRIPTION:EMS Today 2021 will be held August 24-27\, 2021 in San Antonio\, Texas. \nDrawing more than 4\,600 EMS professionals and 200+ exhibitors\, this annual event showcases the most innovative products and services available to the industry and offers 200+ CEH opportunities. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nParamedics\, EMTs\, First Responders\nEMS & Fire Chiefs\, Managers\, Supervisors\nEducators\nFire Service EMS personnel\nRescue\, Tactical\, CERT and Special Ops\nMedical Directors and Nurses\nPublic Safety and Emergency Mgmt. Officials\n\nPlease visit the EMS Today website for more information. \n 
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/ems-today-2021/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210821
DTSTAMP:20230707T185419Z
CREATED:20210224T222655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T185419Z
UID:25806-1629158400-1629503999@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:AFAC21 by Interschutz
DESCRIPTION:The AFAC21 powered by Interschutz\, featuring the AFAC Conference\, Institution of Fire Engineers (Australia) National Conference and the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference\, will be held 17-20 August 2021 in Sydney\, Australia. \nAFAC21 is Australasia’s largest and most comprehensive emergency management conference and exhibition. The prior iteration attracted a record attendance of over 4\,000 emergency management personnel. \nAFAC21 will offer you an unrivalled opportunity to learn from international and local thought leaders across our multi-streamed\, two-day AFAC conference\, featuring additional streams from the Institution of Fire Engineers (Australia) National Conference and the Australian Disaster Resilience Conference. Following on from the conferences\, the Professional Development Program (PDP) will feature practical workshops and site tours held on Friday 20 August. \nHighlighted focus areas include: \n\nEmergency response\nConfined space\nHazardous solutions\nPPE equipment and fabrics\nSpatial and mapping\nSoftware and technology\nMitigation and hazard reduction\n\nPlease visit the AFAC21 website for more information on how to participate. \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/afac21-by-interschutz/
LOCATION:International Convention Centre\, 14 Darling Dr\, Sydney\, 2000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210813
DTSTAMP:20210225T043059Z
CREATED:20210225T043059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T043059Z
UID:25852-1628467200-1628812799@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:NEMC 2021 - National Environmental Monitoring Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 National Environmental Monitoring Conference will be held August 2-5 in Bellevue\, WA and August 9-12 Online. \nThe conference will include an innovative technology showcase\, robust technical program and an exhibit showcasing the latest in environmental monitoring. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nLaboratory Scientists\, Managers and Directors\nQA/QC Managers\nRegulatory Affairs Managers\nSenior Analysts\nField Sampling Management Organizations (FSMO)\nStudents\, instructors\, researchers\, and others in the related academic community\nAnyone else concerned with environmental monitoring\n\nPlease visit the NEMC website for more information. \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/nemc-2021-national-environmental-monitoring-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210722
DTSTAMP:20210226T145044Z
CREATED:20210226T145044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T145044Z
UID:25872-1626566400-1626911999@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:60th Annual Workshop on Transportation Law
DESCRIPTION:Convened by the Transportation Research Board\, the 60th Annual Workshop on Transportation Law will be held July 18-21\, 2021. \nEach year the workshop attracts 150 to 200 lawyers\, engineers\, and transportation planners. Participants have the opportunity to meet and hear from federal\, state\, and local government transportation attorneys and private transportation practitioners from around the country. In-depth sessions on significant legal issues in transportation are presented by leading subject matter practitioners including senior attorneys from the Federal Highway Administration\, Federal Transit Agency\, and Federal Railroad Administration. \nVisit the TRB’s 60th Annual Workshop on Transportation Law website for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/60th-annual-workshop-on-transportation-law/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210628
DTSTAMP:20230707T185419Z
CREATED:20210224T201500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T185419Z
UID:25794-1624492800-1624838399@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:International Hazmat Response Teams Conference 2021
DESCRIPTION:The International Hazmat Response Teams Conference will be held June 24-27\, 2021 in Baltimore\, Maryland. Conference organizers have a status update page to address needs for virtual participation due to the fluid COVID-19 situation. \nHosted the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC)\, the annual conference is recognized as a high quality\, in-depth event with cutting edge educational programs designed for professionals at all levels of experience. For over 30 years the Hazmat Conference has offered informative sessions and unique hands-on training designed to tackle the most pressing issues facing hazmat professionals. \nWho Should Attend \n\nHazmat response teams and Emergency planning committees\nEMS managers and planners\nRegulatory compliance specialists\nPower- and utility-industry staff\nMaritime-industry personnel\nState emergency response commissions\nTransportation and distribution personnel\nCounter-terrorism professionals and specialists\nEnvironmental and emergency staff from federal facilities\nFirst responders from fire\, EMS and law enforcement agencies\n\nPlease visit the IAFC’s event website for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/international-hazmat-response-teams-conference-2021/
LOCATION:Baltimore Hilton\, 401 West Pratt Street\, 21202
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210626
DTSTAMP:20210226T145729Z
CREATED:20210226T145643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T145729Z
UID:25874-1624233600-1624665599@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:AppCon 2021 - 17th TRB Conference on Planning Applications
DESCRIPTION:Convened by Transportation Research Board\, the 18th TRB Conference on Planning Applications (AppCon 2021) will be held in a virtual format June 21-25\, 2021. \nAppCon attracts professionals from the academic\, public\, and private sectors to explore practical applications of transportation planning advances. The conference will include instructive and insightful presentation of the application of innovative tools and techniques to address a wide range of planning contexts and challenges illustrated with relevant case studies. \nFor more than 30 years transportation planners\, modelers\, and analysts from across the world have come together biennially to share expertise\, experiences and to discuss challenges and successes in transportation planning. \nHeld in various locations across the US\, the conference has consistently attracted professionals from the public and private sectors\, representing multiple disciplines. This conference is the “place to be” to learn about real-world applications\, with tangible benefits for real-world decision making. The virtual setting expands access to all\, sharing information from state\, regional\, MPO\, city and rural practitioners. \nPlease visit the AppCon 2021 website for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/appcon-2021-17th-trb-conference-on-planning-applications/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210521
DTSTAMP:20210225T010638Z
CREATED:20210223T214708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T010638Z
UID:25781-1621296000-1621555199@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Actinide Separations Conference 2021
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Actinide Separations Conference provides an annual forum for scientists and engineers to present and discuss developments\, testing\, and application of actinide and fission product separations chemistry and engineering. \nThis year’s event will be held in a virtual format due to the COVID-19 pandemic. \nHighlighted agenda topics include: \n\nActinide and lanthanide separations\nSpeciation and redox chemistry of actinide elements\nUsed nuclear fuel reprocessing\nPyrochemical processing of f-elements\nf-element chemistry in molten salts and ionic liquids\nFission product chemistry as it relates to actinide separations\nMedical isotopes production and separations\nActinide forensics\nSafeguards and analytical developments\n\nPlease visit the PNNL Actinide Separations Conference website for more information. The abstract submittal deadline is Thursday\, April 1\, 2021.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/actinide-separations-conference-2021/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210520
DTSTAMP:20230707T185253Z
CREATED:20210224T224832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T185253Z
UID:25813-1621296000-1621468799@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Alberta Fire Chiefs Association 2021 Conference and Trade Show
DESCRIPTION:The AFCA 2021 Alberta Fire Chiefs Association 74th Annual Conference and Trade Show will be held 18-19 May 2021 in a virtual format. \nParticipate in virtual\, facilitated discussions that will cover challenging and emerging issues such as:\n\nIntergovernmental and stakeholder relationships\nResponse times\, effective response force and the Alberta Building Code\nService and staffing trends\nFire medical first response\nFirefighter health and wellbeing\n\nThe event will additionally feature a virtual trade show with 3D trade floors that allow interaction with delegates through a digital platform. \nPlease visit the AFAC 2021 event website for more information on how to participate.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/alberta-fire-chiefs-association-2021-conference-and-trade-show/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T200000
DTSTAMP:20210310T171013Z
CREATED:20210310T171013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T171013Z
UID:26026-1617820200-1617825600@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:GMU Schar School Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University Scar School of Policy and Government will host a Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House on April 7\, 2021 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ET. \nLearn more about the Schar School of Policy and Government and our academic programs at a virtual open house. The online session will provide an overview of our master’s degree and graduate certificate programs\, student services\, and admissions requirements. \nRegister Now > \nFund Your Security Graduate Degree \nApply now for the Schar School’s Master’s in Biodefense program and receive special funding from the Diana Davis Spencer Foundation Scholarship\, designed to support future national security leaders. \nLearn more and apply >
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/gmu-schar-school-masters-and-certificate-virtual-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Webcast-Remote
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T150000
DTSTAMP:20210310T192138Z
CREATED:20210310T192138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T192138Z
UID:26051-1617717600-1617721200@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Finding Your Way Through LRBAA
DESCRIPTION:Register today for the Insights Outreach program exploration webinar: Finding Your Way Through LRBAA. \nThe DHS S&T Long Range Broad Agency Announcement (LRBAA) is a standing\, open invitation to the scientific and technical communities to propose novel ideas that address the highest priority operational needs for DHS Components. \nOn April 6\, 2021\, you will hear from DHS S&T’s LRBAA Program Manager about the latest release of new topics and how to use the LRBAA Program to work with S&T and fulfill DHS research and development needs. \nLearn more
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/finding-your-way-through-lrbaa/
CATEGORIES:Webcast-Remote
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LOCATION:https://sri-csl.regfox.com/insights-outreach-apr-6
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210409
DTSTAMP:20210223T205710Z
CREATED:20201127T230647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T205710Z
UID:25617-1617667200-1617926399@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Measuring and Managing Freight System Resilience Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Convened by Transportation Research Board and sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration\, the Measuring and Managing Freight System Resilience Workshop on April 6 -8\, 2021 will bring together a community to address challenges and strategies of assuring freight system resilience in the face of disruptions caused by major natural hazards. \nUsing four case studies of major transportation disruptions\, this workshop will explore the effect of disruptions on freight transportation\, examining actions used for rapid restoration of service and remediation of infrastructure damage. Each case will be presented by leaders who were closely engaged in response\, restoration\, and resilience building. Following each case presentation\, expert panels will respond\, identifying and discussing ways to assure future freight transportation resilience\, including infrastructure investment and redesign\, and enhanced operational strategies\, interagency collaboration\, improved data and analysis tools\, and communications. \nParticipants will be invited to engage in discussion throughout the workshop\, sharing their own experiences with freight disruptions and contributing ideas for future actions and research. \n 
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/measuring-and-managing-freight-system-resilience-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210405T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210405T170000
DTSTAMP:20210225T152345Z
CREATED:20210225T152345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T152345Z
UID:25856-1617615000-1617642000@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Emerging Science on Indoor Chemistry and Implications
DESCRIPTION:The National Academies’ Committee on Emerging Science on Indoor Chemistry will host a workshop on Monday\, April 5\, 2021 to explore the emerging science of indoor chemistry. \nThis event will feature presentations\, panel discussions\, and audience engagement on emerging sensor technologies\, modeling exposures to chemicals in indoor air\, and other related topics. Leaders in the field will also share their views on cross-cutting issues\, such as the connection between indoor chemistry and human health and housing-related disparities that lead to indoor air exposures. A final session will delve into the current research needs and data gaps. \nHighlighted topics include: \n\nEmerging research and discoveries\nAir cleaners and disinfectants\nSurface chemistry\nEmerging sensor technologies to enhance understanding of chemicals present in the indoor environment and their distribution\nModeling exposure to chemicals in indoor air\nFuture chemicals of concern\nEmerging science connecting indoor chemistry and human health\n\nThis event is open to the public. Please register in advance.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/emerging-science-on-indoor-chemistry-and-implications/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T160000
DTSTAMP:20210313T232752Z
CREATED:20210313T232752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210313T232752Z
UID:26169-1617184800-1617206400@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:NNSA Job Fair - Nuclear Security Enterprise Virtual Hiring Event
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration (DOE/NNSA) will be hosting a virtual hiring event Wednesday\, March 31\, 2021\, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET. \nNNSA and contractor personnel will review resumes submitted in advance to help determine which candidates can be pre-scheduled for interviews during the virtual job fair. Registered candidates will be able to have one-on-one chats with hiring managers and human resource professionals regarding available opportunities. From the virtual lobby\, attendees will be able to visit hiring booths\, view information for each National Security Enterprise (NSE) location\, and if interested\, apply directly for jobs of interest. \n\nKansas City National Security Campus (Kansas City\, Missouri)\nLawrence Livermore National Laboratory (Livermore\, California)\nLos Alamos National Laboratory (Los Alamos\, New Mexico)\nNevada National Security Site (Las Vegas\, Nevada)\nPantex Plant (Amarillo\, Texas)\nSandia National Laboratories (Albuquerque\, New Mexico)\nSavannah River Site (Aiken\, South Carolina)\nY-12 National Security Complex (Oak Ridge\, Tennessee)\nFederal Employment (throughout country)\n\nNNSA’s laboratories\, plants\, and sites are responsible for enhancing national security through the military application of nuclear science. The agency is actively recruiting the next generation of nuclear security professionals to build a robust and diverse workforce. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nHiring managers will be on-site at the job fair to conduct interviews and extend job offers for positions in the following career fields: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGeneral Engineer\nPhysical Scientist\nForeign Affairs Specialist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuality Assurance Engineer\nPersonnel Security Specialist\nSecurity Specialist\n\nCandidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Q clearance as a condition of employment. \nDrug testing will be conducted on-site. Passing a drug test is part of obtaining a Q clearance. Regardless of whether drugs like marijuana are legal where an applicant lives\, its usage remains illegal under federal law. Learn more about federal law and drug use at this link. \nU.S. Citizenship is required. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease register here.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/nnsa-job-fair-nuclear-security-enterprise-virtual-hiring-event/
CATEGORIES:Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210330T143000
DTSTAMP:20210226T150148Z
CREATED:20210226T150148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T150148Z
UID:25877-1617109200-1617114600@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Real-Time Response: A Pandemic Playbook for Public Transportation Agencies
DESCRIPTION:How can public transportation agencies respond efficiently and effectively to a pandemic? The Transportation Research Board will host a webinar on March 30\, 2021 that will identify ways to do so. \nPresenters will discuss the Pandemic Playbook\, a practical guide for managing a public transportation agency’s response to a pandemic\, concentrating on what needs to be done when and by whom. They will address key questions and decisions to assist agencies in determining their responses to the pandemic and challenges that agencies may face with potential solutions to those challenges. This webinar will provide a summary of effective practices currently used by public transportation agencies\, transit agency leaders\, and operational personnel. \nThis webinar features research from NCHRP Research Report 963: A Guide For Public Transportation Pandemic Planning and Response and TCRP Research Report 225: A Pandemic Playbook for Transportation Agencies. \nWebinar agenda and presenters \n\nCharacteristics of pandemics: Deb Matherly\, WSP\nChallenges for agencies and their leaders during a pandemic: Patricia Bye\, Independent Consultant\nEffective practices currently used by transportation agencies: Janet Benini\, Independent Consultant\nQuestion and answer session: Herby Lissade\, Tortuga Planning\, Engineering and Consulting\n\nThe first 60 minutes of the webinar will be for presentations and the final 30 minutes will be reserved for audience questions. \nPlease visit the Real-Time Response – A Pandemic Playbook for Public Transportation Agencies webpage for more information. \n 
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/real-time-response-a-pandemic-playbook-for-public-transportation-agencies/
CATEGORIES:Conferences + Meetings,Continuing Education,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210326T133000
DTSTAMP:20210317T180510Z
CREATED:20210317T174939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T180510Z
UID:26248-1616760000-1616765400@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Drones and the Future of Chemical\, Biological\, Radiological and Nuclear Threats
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University Schar School of Policy and Government Center for Security Policy Studies will host an web event expert panel discussion on March 26 on “Drones and the Future of Chemical\, Biological\, Radiological and Nuclear (CBRN) Threats“. \nThe panel explores the risks posed by the convergence of chemical\, biological\, radiological\, and nuclear CBRN weapons and drones. \nDrones allow terrorists to collect intelligence prior to an attack\, bypass ground-based physical barriers\, and carry out highly effective chemical and biological weapons attacks. For state actors\, the growth and proliferation of drone swarms offer new\, sophisticated ways to carry out CBRN attacks\, defeat traditional CBRN weapons\, and respond to a successful attack. At the same time\, the United States Department of Defense is working hard to combat these threats and recently issued a new strategy around countering small drones. \nThe underlying question spanning the panel is: how well prepared is the United States and the global community to tackle the challenges drones pose for CBRN warfare? And what more can be done? \nABOUT THE SPEAKERS\nNicole Thomas \nDivision Chief for Strategy and Policy @Joint Counter-UAS Office\, Department of Defense \nNicole Thomas is a civilian with the U.S. Army and the Division Chief for Strategy and Policy in the Joint Counter-Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office. She is a graduate of the United States Army War College. \nZak Kallenborn \nPolicy Fellow @Schar School of Policy and Government \nZachary Kallenborn is an analyst in horrible ways people kill each other: weapons of mass destruction\, WMD terrorism\, and drone swarms. Officially\, he’s a Policy Fellow at the Center for Security Policy Studies at the Schar School of Policy and Government; a Research Affiliate with the Unconventional Weapons and Technology Division at the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START)\, headquartered at the University of Maryland; an officially proclaimed U.S. Army “Mad Scientist”\, and a national security consultant. \nGregory Koblentz \nAssociate Professor and Director\, Biodefense Program @Schar School of Policy and Government \nGregory Koblentz is an associate professor and director of the biodefense program at George Mason University’s Schar School of Policy and Government. Dr. Koblentz has authored\, co-authored\, or edited multiple books on nuclear and biological threats and published widely on biodefense\, biosecurity\, dual-use research\, and the proliferation of nuclear\, biological\, and chemical weapons. Dr. Koblentz earned his PhD in political science at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and his MPP from the Kennedy School at Harvard University. \nSign up today: http://bit.ly/CBRNEdronethreat \n 
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/drones-and-the-future-of-chemical-biological-and-radiological-threats/
CATEGORIES:Webcast-Remote
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LOCATION:https://gmu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rbyQGYhzRM-whjZb9qD0pA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T190000
DTSTAMP:20210310T171742Z
CREATED:20210310T171742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T171742Z
UID:26029-1616608800-1616612400@cbrnecentral.com
SUMMARY:Pandemic Preparedness and Response – Are We Learning the Right Lessons?
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University Schar School of Policy and Goverment will host a webcast Policy Exchange: Pandemic Preparedness and Response – Are We Learning the Right Lessons? on March 24\, 2021 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. ET. \nThe COVID-19 pandemic revealed how vulnerable the world was to the spread of a novel contagious pathogen\, and the United States found itself unprepared and unable to respond effectively to the pandemic. Join Schar School professors\, who are distinguished experts in global health security and pandemic response\, for an interactive discussion about whether we are learning the right lessons and how to prepare for the next pandemic. \nABOUT THE SPEAKERS \nSchar School of Policy and Government Adjunct Professor Robert V. House \nProfessor Robert V. House\, PhD\, MSPH is senior vice president of government contracts at Ology Bioservices Inc.\, a company that develops and manufactures biopharmaceutical products\, including medical countermeasures (MCM)\, for the US government and commercial companies. Prior to Ology Bio\, Dr. House was President and Chief Scientific Officer at DynPort Vaccine Company\, which was also engaged in developing MCM for the US government. \nSchar School of Policy and Government Adjunct Professor Laura Quattrochi \nProfessor Lauren Quattrochi\, PhD\, MA\, MA is currently a principal biotechnologist at MITRE Corporation leading national-level scientific and biosecurity initiatives within the US government. Classically trained as an electrophysiologist and neuro-pharmacologist\, she has worked within the biopharma industry\, non-profits\, and for the past 4 years\, in support of the government. Dr. Quattrochi serves as a technical advisor on both Hantavirus and COVID-19 vaccine development and manufacturing programs. \nSchar School of Policy and Government Assistant Professor Saskia Popescu \nProfessor Saskia Popescu\, PhD\, MPH\, MA\, CIC\, a Schar School alumna\, is an infectious disease epidemiologist and infection preventionist with a focus on hospital bio-preparedness and the role of infection prevention in health security efforts. She currently serves as a member of the Federation of American Scientists (FAS) Coronavirus Taskforce and is a member of the Committee on Data Needs to Monitor Evolution of SARS-CoV-2 with the National Academies of Sciences\, Engineering\, and Medicine (NASEM). \nSchar School of Policy and Government Adjunct Professor Katalin Kiss \nProfessor Katalin Kiss is senior manager at the American Type Culture Collection (ATCC)\, a global biological materials resource and standards organization. She teaches the BIOD 604 Emerging Infectious Diseases 1 – Bacteria and Toxins course in the Master’s in Biodefense program. \nRegister today at the Schar School website.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/pandemic-preparedness-and-response-are-we-learning-the-right-lessons/
CATEGORIES:Webcast-Remote
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LOCATION:https://masongradevent.secure.force.com/events/targetX_eventsb__events#/esr?eid=a1B1I000006yReyUAE
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T120000
DTSTAMP:20210224T223924Z
CREATED:20210223T201235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T223924Z
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SUMMARY:NDIA CBRN Quarterly Forum
DESCRIPTION:The NDIA will host a CBRN Quarterly Forum on March 24\, 2021. \nThe panel presentations and follow-on question/answer session will seek to highlight efforts to improve the the Radiological and Nuclear defensive capabilities\, discuss challenges to improving those capabilities\, and identify potential solutions to address those challenges. \nSession leaders include: \n\nTom Cartledge\, Nuclear Detection Division\, DTRA\nChris Seacord\, JPM\, Sensors/JPEO-CBRND\nCOL Eric Towns\, USA\, Dep Director\, JRP\, CBRND/JS-8\nRon Fizer\, CBRN Division\, NDIA\n\nPlease visit NDIA for more information.
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/ndia-cbrn-quarterly-forum/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Webcast-Remote
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T123000
DTSTAMP:20210310T171239Z
CREATED:20210310T170309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T171239Z
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SUMMARY:Chemical Weapons Arms Control at a Crossroads: Russia\, Syria\, and the Future of the Chemical Weapons Convention
DESCRIPTION:The George Mason University Schar School of Policy and Government will host a webcast discussion of Chemical Weapons Arms Control at a Crossroads: Russia\, Syria\, and the Future of the Chemical Weapons Convention on March 23\, 2021 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET. \nThe repeated use of chemical weapons by Syria and Russia threatens to undermine international efforts to eliminate these weapons. How will state parties to the Chemical Weapons Convention\, which bans the development and use of chemical weapons\, respond to these violations of the treaty at their annual meeting in April? \nA guest panelist will join Schar School Professor Gregory Koblentz to discuss the challenges posed by the current Russian and Syrian chemical weapons programs\, the status of international efforts to strengthen accountability for use of chemical weapons\, and the implications for global chemical weapons arms control. \nRegister today: http://bit.ly/scharchemicalweapons
URL:https://cbrnecentral.com/event/chemical-weapons-arms-control-at-a-crossroads-russia-syria-and-the-future-of-the-chemical-weapons-convention/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Webcast-Remote
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LOCATION:https://gmu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5HGUCsCXSSi4Pw-l1cI3WA
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