Technologically Speaking

In this episode, we’ll introduce you to Ernest Wong, S&T’s Technical Lead for Position, Navigation, Timing and Space Systems. He and host Brittany Greco discuss vital efforts underway at S&T to facilitate and secure the increasing amounts of infrastructure and technology being deployed into space. You’ll hear about: (DHS Audio by Science & Technology Directorate/Released)

How S&T and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency are working together to secure critical infrastructure in orbit and beyond—someday as far away as the surface of the moon.

What S&T is doing to identify emerging risks and trends in space systems, helping anticipate threats before they impact the homeland.

Real-world impacts that cyberattacks on space assets have on critical infrastructure on the ground, including power outages affecting millions across the U.S.

What’s on the horizon for space (hint: data centers).

In this second episode of Season 6, host Brittany Greco chats with Alice Hong, Director of S&T’s National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL), about how emerging technologies are helping first responders secure our communities.

Want to hear more about how S&T and NUSTL are shaping the future of emergency response? Tune in to hear how:

Drones are revolutionizing emergency response, making it safer and faster for law enforcement and rescue teams to get eyes on the scene.

Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems advancements are helping DHS Components and other government partners keep major events like the FIFA World Cup tournament safe and secure.

NUSTL is collaborating with local agencies to tackle evolving public safety challenges and help them make smart purchasing decisions.

We’re kicking off Season 6 with a timely conversation with Helen Mearns, Deputy Director of S&T’s Chemical Security Analysis Center. She shares with host Brittany Greco all about the lab’s vital work in safeguarding the country from chemical hazards.

In this episode, you’ll learn how CSAC:

Tackles everything from detecting synthetic opioids to combatting food adulteration.

Designs large-scale experiments and modeling tools to inform immediate emergency response efforts.

Prepares key stakeholders for major event security, including the Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four, and this summer’s FIFA World Cup.

In the final episode of Technologically Speaking Season 5, host Brittany Greco and S&T Senior Advisor Kristin Wyckoff explore how the Directorate is helping DHS and its components to see over the horizon through foresighting. By understanding the landscape and developing a matrix of emerging threats, S&T will direct R&D towards solutions to defeat those threats—and shape the future of homeland security. Wyckoff explains how S&T’s work across DHS and with international, industry, and academic partners uniquely positions her team to leverage these stakeholders’ experiences and expertise to help secure a brighter and safer future for us all.

Host Brittany Greco and Air, Land, and Ports of Entry Program Manager Saadat Laiq have an important conversation about new technology solutions to assist Department of Homeland Security component agencies and frontline responders secure our borders and points of entry. They discuss everything from the Big Wing drone to Multi-Energy Portal cargo scanners to S&T’s aviation security portfolio and keeping an eye on ships at sea. And how to how to cross a body of water on a bike!