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University researchers promote biometric screening, emphasize speed
Researchers at the University of Buffalo are working on (and desire further funding for) a chemical detection system that scans passengers’ hands for minute traces of explosives
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Sandia Labs readies its Rapidly Deployable Chemical Detection System
In a series of tests this summer, Sandia deployed its “detect to warn” system at McAfee Stadium in Oakland. A further test at the Nevada Test Site in August, where it will contend with an authentic chemical discharge, will determine when it will be delivered to DHS.
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Sceptor Industries reports excellent results from recent tests of its OMNI 3000 portable air sampler
The Kansas City, Missouri company reports that it achieved collection efficiences as high as 91.8% and managed to process 277 liters of air per minute
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Leaked DHS report says X-rays are ineffective at detecting explosives
According to a 2005 DHS study, images on X-ray machines do not provide enough information to allow the detection of explosives. Still, transportation officials press forward and insist on shoe removal, saying it allows screeners to see if footwear has been tampered with a la Richard Reid.
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QRSciences promotes MRI-like radio waves as answer to chemical detection problem
Sitting pretty after recent reports that X-rays are ineffective explosive detectors, the Australian company pushes forward with its patented Quadropole Resonance technology.
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EST says it has ability to detect TATP components
As worry about liquid bombs grows following the arrest last week of 21 suspected British terrorists, a company claims to have a long-proven record of detecting tri-cycloacetone peroxide and its component chemicals.
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AS&E says its technology can detect liquid explosives
Leading developer of backscatter X-ray detection systems says its technology could help in detecting liquid explosives
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TraceGuard, Rapiscan jointly to develop combined bulk/trace detection system
Two innovative developers of baggage screening technologies will jointly develop an improved system which will allow for more accuracy and shorter lines
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U.K. terror plot exposes vulnerability of current detection systems
Governments have invested billions of dollars in explosive detection devices (EDs) and radiation detectors; the unfolding terrorist drama in London show that the current detection system has gaping holes which clever terrorists might exploit
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Nanowire “barcode” system to facilitate detection of bioterrorism agents in the field
Nanotechnolgy has already made many contributions to homeland security, and here is an intriguing one: Researchers in several California research centers join to demonstrate how nanowire barcodes can help in detecting bioterror agents – and epidemic carriers
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Parsons, SRS help DNDO’s ASP project
Though legislators question the effectiveness of DNDO, companies still line up to offer services to the organization; Parsons and SRS to work on detection systems under $1.157 billion contract
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Water flirtation system for homeland security
One of the early by-products of natural or manmade disaster is contaminated water; a Florida company shows a water-flirtation system mounted on a truck, sutiable for homeland security missions
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JMAR receives $3.1 million to develop X-ray maks
San Diego company, known for its water-quality monitoring system, receives funding to develop X-ray maks for fabrication of high-speed C-RAM with 50-35 nanometer features
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AS&E in $3.4 million deal for backscatter X-ray device
Backscatter X-ray technology gained a modicum of notoriety when it was used to scan passengers for concealed weapons at airports: The technology was so sensitive, that mpassengers appeared naked on the screens of security personnel at check points; the cargo-screening version of the technology is not controversial, and the company is selling it at a brisk pace
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NYPD buys Smiths Detection device for city’s subway system
NYPD is beefing up chemical detection capabilities in the city’s subways, purchasing several hand-held detection devices from a leading manufacturer
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The long view
Keeping the Lights on with Nuclear Waste: Radiochemistry Transforms Nuclear Waste into Strategic Materials
How UNLV radiochemistry is pioneering the future of energy in the Southwest by salvaging strategic materials from nuclear dumps –and making it safe.
Model Predicts Long-Term Effects of Nuclear Waste on Underground Disposal Systems
The simulations matched results from an underground lab experiment in Switzerland, suggesting modeling could be used to validate the safety of nuclear disposal sites.