The NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence will host a forensic training event on Validation of a Confirmatory Proteomic Mass Spectrometry Body Fluid Assay on 30 November 2023 via webinar. With increasingly sensitive forensic methods for DNA detection, the source from which a DNA profile is obtained becomes increasingly important. Was an individual’s DNA identified
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) will host a classified CBRN Threat Update on 17 January 2024. This meeting is taking place at the Secret level. In order to attend, you must submit your clearance to the National Strategic Research Institute by Friday, January 12, 2024. Primary Speaker: Steven J. Griffin, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Department
The National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will convene this third Roundtable under the Board on Army Research and Development on 6-7 Feb 2024 to explore research and acquisition related issues of interest to the Army. In-person attendance is invitation-only. Virtual attendance is available. The Roundtable series gathers leaders from government, industry, and academia
The Introduction to the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Strengthening the Security of Nuclear Facilities workshop on 6-8 Feb 2024 will review the latest information on the various applications of AI in nuclear security and specifically physical protection in the context of nuclear facilities. This workshop will explore how AI can play a significant role
The Strategic Trade Research Institute (STRI) will host the Global Partnership Nonproliferation and Strategic Trade Hub Virtual Launch and Demo event taking place on February 27, 2024, from 9:00-10:00 am EST. This tool is a central point for information and resources on nonproliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) and strategic trade topics. The Hub
The U.S. Department of State’s Office of Weapons of Mass Destruction Terrorism (WMDT) works worldwide to counter the threat of terrorists or other non-state actors from acquiring and using chemical, biological, and other WMD materials and knowledge, and the Government of Senegal is a critical partner in these efforts. Building on this partnership, WMDT will
The Convention on the Physical Protection of Nuclear Material (CPPNM) and its Amendment (A/CPPNM) is the only binding international instrument concerned with the physical protection of nuclear material and nuclear facilities. Much of the discussion to date surrounding the CPPNM and its A/CPPNM has been focused on stakeholders at the international and national level, often
The Homeland Defense & Security Information Analysis Center (HDIAC) will host a webinar on Novel Nuclear Forensics for the 21st Century on 14 March 2024. This work will demonstrate how ubiquitous radiological characterization can take place throughout all nuclear facilities for all nuclear material (even those facilities the United States does not know exists). The
The 2024 Wildland-Urban Interface Conference will be held 26-28 March in Reno, Nevada. Hosted by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), WUI 2024 offers hands-on training and interactive sessions designed to address the challenges of wildland fire. This conference offers essential information to ensure you and your team get everything you need in preparation
