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DASSH 2025: Security in an AI World

Alt Text: The image is divided into two sections. The left section features the logo and title for the event "DASSH: Designing ACTIONABLE Solutions for a Secure Homeland." Below the title, the text reads "Security in an AI World." At the bottom, logos for "Soft Target Engineering to Neutralize the Threat Reality (SENTRY)" and "Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency (CAOE)" are displayed, with the note "A Department of Homeland Security Center of Excellence." The right section of the image shows the dates "February 28 - March 2, 2025" at the top. Below the dates, there is an illustration of the Earth, a robot, and a human interacting with a complex network of lines and servers, symbolizing AI and cybersecurity.

The Designing ACTIONABLE Solutions for a Secure Homeland (DASSH) Student Design Challenge is your chance to tackle real-world homeland security challenges in a collaborative and innovative environment. Hosted by the Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency (CAOE) at Arizona State University and the Soft Target Engineering to Neutralize the Threat Reality (SENTRY) at Northeastern University, this dynamic and hybrid event will task participants to develop innovative solutions to real-world homeland security problems. Participants will engage with problem scenarios that address the security challenges posed by emerging AI technologies.

Registration is OPEN! Register by January 28 to secure your free commemorative DASSH 2025 event T-shirt! Please note: After Feb. 14 we are unable to accommodate new school submissions not listed in the dropdown.

Register now by visiting: https://na.eventscloud.com/826501

The DASSH Student Design Challenge will not focus primarily on coding challenges and in-depth AI knowledge is not required—this event emphasizes developing real-world solutions, regardless of the medium or approach. We encourage teams from all disciplines to participate in this unique opportunity to collaborate with peers, academic experts, and industry professionals while tackling pressing challenges in homeland security. Participants will work alongside academic and industry mentors, exploring solutions beyond coding challenges to tackle homeland security issues. Discover the innovative solutions and highlights from last year’s DASSH event in this recap article.

Why Participate?

The DASSH Student Design Challenge offers participants the opportunity to:

  • Collaborate with peers, academic mentors, and industry professionals
  • Develop innovative solutions to real-world problems
  • Contribute to the future of homeland security through creative and impactful work

Key Details

  • DASSH Event Dates: Friday, February 28 to Sunday, March 2, 2025.
  • Location: Hybrid (Virtual and in-person participation options available)
  • Registration opens: January 6, 2025

Have questions? Email CAOE at caoe@asu.edu.

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