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CAOE Invited Speaker Event: Game Theory, Data Analytics, and Disaster Management

April 10, 2025 12:00 PM (EST) | 9:00 AM (PT) About the Seminar: Game Theory, Data Analytics, and Disaster Management Society faces increasing property damage and casualties from both man-made

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A wrap on DASSH 2025: Students Tackle Homeland Security Challenges

The Designing ACTIONABLE Solutions for a Secure Homeland (DASSH) Student Design Challenge has officially concluded, delivering inspiring and impactful results. Hosted by the Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency (CAOE), a

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Call for Research Proposals: Supply Chain Resilience

The Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency (CAOE) is excited to announce a Request for Proposals (RFP) for innovative research addressing Supply Chain Resilience for the Homeland Security Enterprise. This opportunity

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CAOE to Fund 7 New Projects in Y8

The Center for Accelerating Operational Efficiency (CAOE) at Arizona State University is launching seven innovative research projects in its Year 8. Aimed at enhancing homeland security through advanced analytical tools

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Innovative and Secure Data Processing

New approach promises to revolutionize data privacy and enhance analysis capabilities for critical operations As data security concerns continue to grow, a cutting-edge project is addressing one of the most

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Optimizing the Future of TSA Checkpoints: Transformative Research in Workforce Management

Streamlining Security Operations for Millions In an era of increasing travel demands, efficient airport security screening is more critical than ever. Each day, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) screens over

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Transforming Software Transparency to Enhance Security Decisions

In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is an ever-growing concern. As software becomes an integral part of virtually every system, ensuring that its components are secure is critical. One way to

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Results Webinar for Managing Maritime Movements (M3) Hackathon: A Global Hackathon for Small Vessel Route Prediction Models

M3 Hackathon Results and Insights Webinar On December 18, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM EST (UTC-5), the organizers offered an exclusive webinar showcasing the innovative solutions developed during

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Modeling Multi-Vector Disruptions to the Marine Transportation System: A Critical Step Towards Resilience

The Hidden World of Marine Transportation Disruptions The Marine Transportation System (MTS) is an invisible yet indispensable backbone of global trade. Responsible for transporting 80-90% of goods worldwide, disruptions to

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Enhancing Human-AI Collaboration: A Vision for Safer, More Effective Security Screening

As technology evolves, the interplay between humans and artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly critical, especially in fields where safety and security are paramount. A project spearheaded by Dr. Mancenido at

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