#DTRA and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan’s Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) conducted the “Official Handover Ceremony of the Electronic Integrated Disease Surveillance System (EIDSS)” in Amman, Jordan Aug. 5. The ceremony marked the transition to full MoA operation and ownership of the system. Read full story https://lnkd.in/gxQ_4aUt
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The Defense Threat Reduction Agency enables DoD, the U.S. Government and International Partners to counter and deter Weapons of Mass Destruction and Emerging Threats. For more information on our agency and mission visit our website.
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Learn how protecting our #JointForce contributes to national security at the #CBDST2024 Conference. The conference is hosted by DTRA’s Chemical and Biological Technologies Department in its role as the Joint Science and Technology Office for Chemical and Biological Defense, an integral component of the Chemical and Biological Defense Program. We look forward to impactful discussions on topics like XR and humanoid robotics for next-gen CB response. #FocusForward
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Today marks Women's Equality Day, commemorating the 19th Amendment that secured women's right to vote. In the century since, women have become indispensable across our agency's career fields, driving innovation and excellence. Their contributions strengthen our entire workforce. #WomensEqualityDay
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DTRA leadership attended the Chemical and Biological Weapons Elimination Showcase on August 14 at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland honoring the 10-year anniversary of the historic rapid destruction of the declared Syrian chemical weapons stockpile aboard the U.S. naval vessel MV Cape Ray. . In recognition of this achievement, U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC) (U.S. Army DEVCOM) hosted the event. The Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Threat Reduction and Arms Control, as well as the Secretary of the Air Force gave remarks. The chemical neutralization equipment originally sponsored by DTRA for the elimination of the chemical weapons stockpile were on display for all to view. DTRA supported the United Nations efforts in the elimination of the most lethal declared chemical weapons possessed by the Syrian regime Approximately 600 metric tons of Syrian chemical weapons materials were destroyed over the course of 42 days, finalizing operations on August 18, 2014 , using two Field Deployable Hydrolysis Systems, sponsored by DTRA. It is crucial we continue to recognize important achievements such as this that demonstrate DTRA’s ongoing efforts to counter the spread of weapons of mass destruction around the world.
DTRA Commemorates Decade Since Syrian Chemical Weapons Destruction on the Cape Ray
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Attention! The data call for technology submissions for our 2025 warfighter engagements closes on 𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭. 𝟗. DTRA’s Chemical and Biological Technologies Department in its role as the Joint Science and Technology Office for Chemical and Biological Defense is using the Vulcan platform as the primary submission platform for CBOA, the Concept Tent at CBOA, and the Tenacious Dragon 3 Advanced Technology Demonstration. Submit for our first data call here: https://bit.ly/46XBgPV #GovTech #Defense #Innovation #CBRND #JSTOontheMove #researchandDevelopment
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Defense Threat Reduction Agency reposted this
Chemical and biological threats pose critical challenges to the Joint Force's ability to execute its mission. The #CBDST2024 conference, hosted by DTRA’s Chemical and Biological Technologies Department in its role as the Joint Science and Technology Office for Chemical and Biological Defense, an integral component of the Chemical and Biological Defense Program, serves as a forum for researchers, academics, and military professionals to collaborate on innovative solutions. Sessions include AI/ML-assisted protein redesign, medical prophylaxis against chemical threats, and AI-driven drug discovery. Learn more at www.cbdstconference.com. #FocusForward
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From June 3-7, 2024, a Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) Building Partner Capacity team traveled to Kosovo to lead a Counter WMD field training exercise with the Kosovo Security Force (KSF) Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) Company. This event marked the culmination of a multi-year security initiative aimed at training and equipping Kosovo's first responders to serve as a regional response team aligned with NATO standards. The exercise showcased the HAZMAT Company's proficiency in responding to Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) incidents alongside other Kosovo interagency partners. Participants successfully tackled challenging simulated Counter WMD scenarios, demonstrating their ability to work cohesively and apply counter WMD tactics, techniques, and procedures learned through DTRA's comprehensive training program. This milestone event underscores the ongoing commitment to enhancing regional security capabilities and fostering interoperability among allied forces. #DTRA #KosovoSecurityForce #CounterWMD #strongandstrategic
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The Defense Threat Reduction Agency joins the U.S. Army DEVCOM in commemorating this herculean accomplishment of destroying more than 600 metric-tons of Syrian stockpile, using the Cooperative Threat Reduction’s Field Deployable Hydrolysis System (FDHS), while at sea.
On this day in history: Working day and night for 42 days, overcoming every obstacle thrown at them, the DEVCOM CBC team processed the last batch of Syrian chemical agent on August 17, 2014. In all, it took five months to build the FDHS, 66 days to outfit the ship, and 42 days to destroy the 1,300-ton stockpile. On August 18, they dropped off the tanks carrying the hydrolysate waste at a waste processing facility in Finland. Read more about this historic mission: https://lnkd.in/ezzqr9uE #Army #10thannivsyrianstockpiledestruction #people
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Today marks World Breast Cancer Research Day. We recognize the tireless efforts of researchers worldwide who are advancing our understanding and treatment of this disease. Their work is crucial for improving patient outcomes and developing innovative therapies. #WorldBreastCancerResearchDay #ScienceMatters