Terrorism

The Department of Homeland Security is testing new sensors by releasing bacteria into the Boston Subway.

The Semi Autonomous Pipe Bomb End-cap Remover (SAPBER) is a device that disables pipe bombs, while leaving their components intact for forensic analysis.

A scientist with Britain's Ministry of Defence has invented a handheld device that makes collecting samples and carrying out tests in the field much simpler and faster than previously possible.

FiRST is a new app from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, that advises first responders on what to do in the event of a bomb threat.

Silk treated with chlorine has been shown to kill anthrax-like bacteria within minutes of contact.

The "Questionable Observer Detector" is a computer system that is able to identify people who show up in multiple pieces of video, such as news footage of crime scenes.

Homeland Security is developing a wallet-sized dosimeter, which could be used to detect dangerous levels of ionizing radiation.

The prototype BioExplorers system uses live sniffer mice to detect explosives.

Genetically-modified plants are being created, that will turn white in the presence of pollutants or explosives.

A CCTV surveillance system is being developed, which will detect unattended baggage and locate its owner.

Using P300 brain wave reading technology, researchers have been able to accurately deduct details regarding a mock planned terrorist attack.

Terahertz sensing could allow for remote optical detection of hidden explosives, chemical weapons, biological agents or illegal drugs.