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Model predicts how long COVID lasts on surfaces
May 15, 2020 | NewsDepartment of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate has developed a predictive modeling tool that shows how fast SARS-CoV-2 will decay on hard surfaces under a range of temperature and humidity conditions.
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No quick fix for state legacy IT problems
May 14, 2020 | NewsLawmakers have become increasingly concerned with how states deliver social services and how recipients can access benefits.
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When 5G powers security
| NewsFueled by artificial intelligence, big data and the internet of things, 5G networks will support a global sensor network that can identify multi-dimensional attack vectors and instantly spot discrepancies.
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What US states can learn from COVID-19 transition planning in Europe
| NewsEurope’s debates about COVID-19 have many similarities with those in the United States. Governments have to balance economics with lifesaving public health actions. They don’t always get it right.
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Under social distancing, rural regions push for more broadband
| NewsAs the coronavirus pandemic lays bare America’s digital divide, some advocates argue that now is the time to make a big, bold investment in the country’s broadband infrastructure.
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Pandemic-era app development, or how *not* to launch an app
May 13, 2020 | NewsWith sufficient testing, planning and proper forethought, agencies can avoid the glitches of the Iowa caucus app
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How agencies can defend against pandemic-fueled cyber threats
| NewsAgencies that deploy crucial defense measures will reinforce an ecosystem of protection that is desperately needed to safeguard data in this time of crisis.
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Building data science muscle to improve probation services
| NewsTo take advantage of evidence-based approaches to supervising offenders on parole, one federal office wants to teach interested staff about data science.
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AI tool searches thousands of scientific papers to guide researchers to coronavirus insights
| NewsCOVIDScholar includes tools that pick up subtle clues like similar drugs or research methodologies to recommend relevant research to scientists, saving them valuable time.
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How law enforcement uses forensic algorithms
May 12, 2020 | NewsA new report from the Government Accountability Office describes how federal law enforcement agencies analyze fingerprint, photo and DNA evidence in criminal investigations.