S&T hosts and participates in technology demonstrations and events throughout the year to engage stakeholders, seek research partners and communicate with the public about new technologies and research initiatives to help security officials protect the homeland.

Upcoming Events

DHS Silicon Valley Innovation Program Innovation Homeland Security Day for the Financial Services Sector, November 14, Boston, Massachusetts—The DHS S&T Silicon Valley Innovation Program will host a Homeland Security Day in Boston on November 14. This event will provide technology startups and investors with an opportunity to learn more about Financial Services Sector (FSS) challenges and the technologies being used to combat cyber threats. By participating, you’ll have the chance to help shape the program direction and impact the Country’s financial stability.

A Forum for Industry innovators adn Governments on Preparing First Responders for our Digital Future, November 30, Boston Massachusetts
Join Under Secretary for Science and Technology Dr. Reginald Brothers at CIC Boston on November 30 as he speaks at the Forum for Industry Innovators and Governments on Preparing First Responders for our Digital Future. His discussion will focus on enhancing first responder capabilities in the digital age.

IoT Smart Cities Summit, December 6-7, Boston, Massachusetts
Join Under Secretary for Science and Technology Dr. Reginald Brothers as he speaks to the Internet of Things Smart Cities Summit. Dr. Brothers will focus on S&T's innovations for Smart Cities and what more can be done to equip cities for the 21st century.

Past Events

Strategic Industry Conversation, October 20, Washington D.C.
S&T will moderate two panels at the upcoming DHS Strategic Industry Day; members of the industry community are invited to register to attend. This event will be held on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C.Unlike a typical ‘industry day’ covering specific procurements or Components within DHS, the Strategic Industry Conversation will provide a venue to discuss program‑specific topics that span multiple components and impact the DHS Unity of Effort initiative. Key topics will include biometrics, cybersecurity, and how research and development drive innovation in the federal space. . Please register by completing the application here.

Firehouse Expo, October 20-22, Nashville, TN.
Join the First Responders Group at the 2016 Firehouse Expo! FRG will discuss innovations in first responder technology and ways in equipping the first responder of the 21st century.

Transition to Practice Technology Demonstration Day, October 25, Santa Clara, California
This event will feature seven innovative cybersecurity technologies from the TTP Program. It's a "must attend" for technology investors, integrators, and IT cybersecurity professionals from private industry and government. Join us from 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. PST at the Santa Clara Marriott.

National Fusion Center Association Annual Training, October 25-27, Alexandria, VA.
Join the First Responders Group at the 2016 NFCA Annual Training. FRG will be a part of the yearly training session along with other DHS components.

October Facebook Town Hall: Vehicle Cyber Security: Is Your Car Safe from Cyber-Attacks? – October 27, 2016 at 1pm - 2pm EDT: Join DHS S&T October 27 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. EDT for a Facebook virtual town hall focused on the growing issue of vehicle cyber security. This virtual town hall is an excellent opportunity to learn why late model vehicles—much like your computer and mobile phone—are vulnerable to cyber-attacks and get insight on a key S&T Cyber Security Division project addressing this critical safety issue that impacts an indispensable part of our lives. You also can follow us at @dhsscitech on Twitter for more ways to connect. Stay tuned for more details!

IACP Annual Meeting, October 15-18, San Diego, California.
The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) First Responders Group (FRG) pursues a better understanding of needs and requirements, and develops innovative solutions to the most pressing challenges faced during day-to-day and large-scale emergencies. We hope to see you at the FRG booth.

IoT Security Conference, October 17-19, Boston, Massachusetts.
Join Under Secretary for Science and Technology Dr. Reginald Brothers as he speaks at the Internet of Things Security Conference. Dr. Brothers will focus on the importance of security and trust as our devices become more reliant on the internet and connectivity.

AUSA 2016, October 3-5, Washington, DC
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) will be exhibiting at the 2016 AUSA Annual Meeting, October 3-5. This annual event, hosted by the United States Army, will take place at the Washington DC Convention Center. Come visit the DHS Homeland Security Pavilion (Hall A, booth #225-227) and don’t miss this unique opportunity to meet with S&T scientists and engineers and hear how S&T is partnering with industry innovators to develop 21C technology solutions. Also on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 9:30am, DHS Secretary Jeh Johnson will provide keynote remarks on the important role the DHS and US military partnership plays in securing the homeland.

2016 Government Cyber Security SBIR Workshop - August 30 - September 1, 2016 - Washington, DC: The 2016 Government Cyber Security Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Workshop will focus on maximizing technology transition opportunities for SBIR funded research. The workshop will feature short presentations by funded small businesses describing their products and technologies, prime contractors identifying their programs and needs and government stakeholders describing their mission and requirements. Private one-on-one sessions will be held for integrators, government, and/or investors to discuss partnering, tech transition and business opportunities with small businesses. For more information follow #CyberSBIR on Twitter or email CSDSBIR@hq.dhs.gov. Registration is complimentary.

2016 Video Quality in Public Safety (VQiPS) Workshop, August 31 – September 1, Seattle, Washington
Public safety representatives are invited to attend the 2016 VQiPS Workshop to find out ways to meet their video system planning, designing, operating, and sustainment needs. Attendees can expect to come away with increased awareness of developing video technologies, promising practices, and lessons learned from fellow practitioners.

Project 25 Compliance Assessment Program Advisory Panel In-Person meeting, Aug 17, Orlando, Florida
The next Project 25 Compliance Assessment Program (P25 CAP) Advisory Panel (AP) In-Person meeting will be Wednesday, August 17 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ET at the Orlando Convention Center, Orlando, Florida. Attendees of this meeting will have the opportunity to participate in discussions related to the P25 CAP including near and longer term P25 CAP AP priorities and program updates.

S&T will be at 2016 APCO Conference, Aug 14-16, Orlando, Florida
S&T's First Responders Group (FRG) is excited to be participating in APCO 2016, August 14-16, Orlando, Fl. In partnership with the University of Central Florida, FRG will demonstrate cutting edge technologies for command center operators. In addition, we’ll be discussing how FRG is working with industry and end-users to advance the Next Generation First Responder Program, which ensures responders have the right tools to be more connected, protected, and fully aware of their threat environments. Stop by booth #1067 to connect, share, and collaborate!

August Facebook Town Hall: We're talking about our Firefighter Incident Commander Training Simulator, August 15
Join S&T's First Responders Group (FRG), and partners Orange County (Florida) Fire Rescue Department and the University of Central Florida’s Institute for Simulation and Training to discuss the use of simulation and game-based learning to enhance incident commander training. The virtual town hall will be held online from 3 to 4 p.m. ET. You can also follow us at @dhsscitech on Twitter for more ways to connect. Stay tuned for more details.

DHS Silicon Valley Innovation Program Innovation Day, July 29, Menlo Park, California
DHS will present opportunities—initially discussed at the Homeland Security Day event in April—for technology startups and investors to develop or implement existing cutting-edge technologies to support CBP's mission in the areas of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Capabilities and Enhancing CBP Airport Passenger Processing. This event is targeted to representatives of tech startups, investors, and accelerators.

S&T Cyber Security Division Exhibiting at Blackhat 2016 - August 3 - 4, 2016 - Las Vegas, Nevada—If you will be attending Blackhat 2016 in Las Vegas be sure to visit the CSD booth—#1671—in the exhibit hall. At its booth, CSD-funded performers will be demonstrating their cutting-edge cybersecurity technologies, including PcapDB, REnigma, iVe and REDUCE. You also can network with the performers and CSD staffers while you’re visiting the booth!

Flood Resilience Town Hall, July 20, 2016,
Join the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) First Responders Group Director Dan Cotter, on July 20, 2016 to share your perspectives on how S&T and its partners can enhance information sharing (at all levels!) in order to ultimately help individuals recognize and understand flood-related risks, protect life and home, mitigate harm, and recover from flood impacts. from 1 - 2 p.m. ET for Facebook Town Hall conversation to discuss one of the most common disasters in the United States. More information about specific discussion topics will be posted soon!

DHS S&T Under Secretary to Deliver Remarks at 2016 Smart Cities Innovation Summit, June 13, Austin, Texas
On June 13, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Under Secretary for Science and Technology (S&T), Dr. Reginald Brothers will deliver keynote remarks at the 2016 Smart Cities Innovation Summit, which brings together more than 200 cities and public and private innovators to discuss innovative solutions and best practices for preparing for the future.

DHS S&T Silicon Valley Innovation Program (SVIP) Industry Day – June 15, 2016, Menlo Park, California
On June 15, learn how the SVIP assists startups, learn about homeland security challenges, use cases and technical needs for K9 Wearable Technologies and Enhancements to the global Travel Assessment System and how to apply for funding. Startups, innovators, investors, and representatives of accelerators: this Industry Day is for you!

FY16 Security Division Transition to Practice Technology Demonstration Day for the Financial Services Sector – June 14, 2016 – New York City, NY: The technology demonstration will feature eight innovative cybersecurity technologies from Transition to Practice’s (TTP) 2016 class that were developed at the Department of Energy and Department of Defense laboratories. During this technology demonstration, financial sector cybersecurity professionals will learn about these new technologies through presentations, demonstrations, and interactions with the research teams. In addition, attendees will discuss pilot opportunities and areas of interest to focus further cybersecurity research.

FY15 Cyber Security Division Transition to Practice Technology Demonstration Day – June 21, 2016– Washington, DC: The technology demonstration will feature seven innovative cybersecurity technologies from Transition to Practice’s (TTP) 2015 class that were developed by Department of Energy National Laboratories and National Science Foundation funded university projects that have the potential to significantly strengthen an organization’s cybersecurity posture. During this technology demonstration, government and private sector cybersecurity professionals will learn about these new technologies through presentations, demonstrations, and interactions with the research teams. In addition, attendees will discuss pilot opportunities and areas of interest to focus further cybersecurity research

May Twitter Chat: Working Together for a Good CAUSE! | Tuesday, May 24
Please join @dhsscitech on Tuesday, May 24, from 1:00 – 2 p.m. EST for a twitter chat to learn more about the CAUSE IV experiment. This is a great opportunity to submit your questions and comments before, during or after the chat and use the #STTechTalk hashtag to engage directly with CAUSE IV program planners in the open forum discussion.

S&T Center of Excellence Technology Showcase, May 19, 2016, Washington D.C.
S&T's Centers of Excellence Program harnesses the intellectual power of America’s universities for homeland security research, development and education to deliver tools, technologies, knowledge products, training and expertise to the Homeland Security Enterprise. On May 19, we'll demonstrate some of the tools and technologies available through the COE system!

Transition to Practice Technology Demonstration Day for the Energy Sector, May 18, 2016 | Houston, TX
The Transition to Practice (TTP) program focuses on transitioning promising cybersecurity technologies developed in Federal laboratories into the private sector for further development into commercially viable products with potential for widespread distribution in the marketplace. This TTP event showcases seven innovative cybersecurity technologies, from the 2015 class, developed by the Department of Energy and National Science Foundation funded university projects. These technologies have the potential to significantly strengthen an organization’s cybersecurity posture. Hear directly about these new technologies from the research teams that produced them, and join in discussions with technology investors from private industry on piloting the technologies and other areas of interest for driving further cybersecurity research. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: This event focuses on cybersecurity professionals from the energy sector, however this event is open to all cybersecurity practitioners, technology investors, system integrators and information technology companies.

Internet of Things World Forum, May 10-12, 2016 | Santa Clara, CA
Join Deputy Under Secretary for Science and Technology Dr. Robert Griffin as he talks to industry innovators regarding the present and future of IoT. We are looking to co-invest in technology solutions to keep communities safe, secure, and resilient. We will also discuss how to transform public service with an eye to the future at an S&T hosted panel. Visit our booth for the latest innovations from S&T.