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The Department of Homeland Security participates in a number of events throughout the year. The Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) and the Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) participate in events to reach out to the public and disseminate knowledge regarding new technologies that help homeland security officials better do their jobs to protect the homeland. The following events include participation from the Department Directorate for Science and Technology.
Celebration of Teaching and Learning
Dates: March 6-7, 2009
Location: New York, N.Y.
Event Overview: The “World’s Fair of Education” is billed as the place where the best thinkers and practitioners come together to play a role in shaping the future of schools. This year’s event features expanded content which teachers, administrators, and policy makers from elementary, middle, and high school will find exciting offerings in science, math, technology, global awareness, english language learning, literacy, autism, and whole school issues. For more information about the conference, visit The Celebration of Teaching and Learning.
S&T University Programs Educational Summit
Dates: March 17-19, 2009
Location: Washington, D.C.
Event Overview: The Department S&T Directorate Office of University Programs presents “Partnerships for a Safer World” to showcase partnership and collaborations involving the Department of Homeland Security university-based Centers of Excellence. Department officials and subject matter experts from academia, industry, government and the international community will address the latest Homeland Security research and education issues. For more information about the conference, visit University Network Summit.
Dates: March 17-19, 2009
Location: Singapore
Event Overview: “Harnessing the Force of Science and Technology Against Evolving Threats in Homeland Security” Global Security Asia will deliver the world’s leading experts from such fields as Counter-IED, Critical Infrastructure Protection, CBRNE, Access Control, Personal Protection and Biometrics. The program is being coordinated as the leading forum in Asia for next generation developments in homeland security. For more information about the conference, visit Global Security Asia.
International Wireless Communication Exposition (IWCE)
Dates: March 18-20, 2009
Location: New York, N.Y.
Event Overview: IWCE provides comprehensive programs on integrated communications systems technology with in-depth coverage of numerous vital topics. The event provides the applications and solutions needed in order to communicate anytime, anywhere. The S&T Command Control and Interoperability Division will showcase their latest state-of-the-art advances at this event. For more information about the conference, visit International Wireless Communication Exposition.
National Science Teachers Association (NSTA)
Dates: March 18-22, 2009
Location: New Orleans, La.
Event Overview: This conference is the premier event that brings together science and education leaders and experts with experts who are interested in personal and professional growth. Over twelve thousand educators are expected to be in attendance. S&T will highlight its own educational programs and discuss efforts to generate interest in science and mathematics. For more information about the conference, visit The Celebration of Teaching and Learning.
Dates: March 18-22, 2009
Location: Baltimore, Md.
Event Overview: The EMS Conference and Exposition presented in participation with the International Association of fire chiefs. S&T will be showcasing the latest in first-responder technology and will be offering a special vendor-only “Doing Business with S&T” seminar in conjunction with the event. For more information about the conference, visit EMS Conference.
Police Jury Association of Louisiana
Dates: March 19-21, 2009
Location: New Orleans, La.
Event Overview: The Police Jury Association of Louisiana was created in 1924 to improve parish government in the State of Louisiana. The Association is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and has a full-time staff charged with the responsibility of keeping state and national public officials informed of the activities and needs of the parish governing authorities. For more information about the conference, visit Police Jury Association of Louisiana.
Dates: March 23-27, 2009
Location: Beaumont, Texas
Event Overview: Industrial Fire World addresses cutting edge issues that face industrial fire and emergency response managers and personnel. For more information about the conference, visit Industrial Fire World.
IAFC Wildland/Urban Interface Conference
Dates: March 24-25, 2009
Location: Reno, Nev.
Event Overview: Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) is the premier conference for wildland fire service personnel and leadership. WUI brings together some of the most influential people in the wildand firefighting community to exchange ideas, learn from experts and view state-of-the-art products and services to address the growing WUI problem. For more information about the conference, visit IAFC Wildland/Urban Interface Conference.
Dates: April 1-2, 2009
Location: Long Beach, Calif.
Event Overview: TREXPO is the original and leading first response training conference and expo for law enforcement, military, security, corrections, and federal agencies. In addition to a robust training program and a major trade show, TREXPO is a ONE STOP SHOP for training, tactics and technology. For more information about the conference, visit Trexpo West.
Dates: April 8-9, 2009
Location: Austin, Texas
Event Overview: The primary goal of the National Hurricane Conference is to improve hurricane preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation in order to save lives and property in the United States and the tropical islands of the Caribbean and Pacific. In addition, the conference serves as a national forum for federal, state and local officials to exchange ideas and recommend new policies to improve Emergency Management. For more information about the conference, visit 2009 National Hurricane Conference.
Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Expo
Dates: April 8-9, 2009
Location: Oaks, Pa.
Event Overview: A premier regional exposition aimed at one of the largest law enforcement audiences in the nation. Over 1,000 attendees visited the 2008 Expo representing some 400 different departments and agencies. For more information about the conference, visit Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Expo.
Fire Department Instructors Conference
Dates: April 23-25, 2009
Location: Indianapolis, Ind.
Event Overview: The Fire Department Instructors Conference is billed as the world's largest firefighter training conference and is synonymous with world-class firefighter training. The event is universally recognized as the premiere fire industry conference and exhibition. The event provides comprehensive training for today's serious firefighter and brings top companies to showcase the latest tools and technology designed to save lives, all in one venue. For more information about the conference, visit FDIC.
Dates: May 4-6, 2009
Location: Alexandria, Va.
Event Overview: The Navy League's Sea-Air-Space Exposition is the largest maritime exposition in the world, featuring more than 150 defense industry exhibits and professional seminars with top civilian and military leaders from the U.S. Department of Defense, Homeland Security, Maritime Administration and the defense industry who provide up-to-the-minute developments on policy and programs of the maritime services. For more information about the conference, visit Navy League Sea Air and Space.
Dates: May 6-7, 2009
Location: Jackson, Tenn.
Event Overview: The Mid-South Law Enforcement Expo is for officers and administrators responsible for evaluating products, equipment and services utilized by their departments and agencies. The event is the only annual event that focuses on this regional market. For more information about the conference, visit Mid-South Law Enforcement Expo.
IEEE International Conference on Technology and Homeland Security
Dates: May 11-12, 2009
Location: Waltham, Mass.
Event Overview: The ninth annual IEEE International Conference on Technologies for Homeland Security will focus on novel and innovative technologies, which address some of the most pressing national security problems. The conference will bring together 500 innovators from leading universities, research laboratories, Homeland Security Centers of Excellence, small businesses, system integrators and the end user community to provide a forum to discuss ideas, concepts and experimental results. The conference will also feature a business panel featuring Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate's new technology commercialization business model, the SECURE program. For more information about the conference, visit IEEE International Conference on Technology and Homeland Security.
Dates: May 13-15
Location: Palm Springs, Calif.
Event Overview: CFED-West Conference and Expo is California's lone "all risk" responder symposium. Developed by emergency response providers, for emergency responders, CFED's approach ensures an educational product unrivaled in quality and/or relevancy. For more information about the conference, visit CFED-West Conference and Expo.
NDIA, Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate Stakeholders Conference - East
Dates: May 18-21, 2009
Location: Washington, D.C.
Event Overview: This important event is presented by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) with subject matter support provided by the Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) of the Department of Homeland Security. The conference goals include:
For more information about the conference, visit NDIA 2009 Homeland Security S&T Stakeholders Conference East.
This page was last reviewed/modified on March 13, 2009.
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