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THE networking event for disaster research in Austria in September 2023.

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We bundle Austria’s expertise in the field of security- and disaster research

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We bring together Austria’s expertise in security and disaster research.

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We facilitate technical infrastructure for research activities and operations.

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We evaluate disaster management exercises and training concepts.

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We analyze and optimize crisis and risk communication.

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Disaster Competence Network Austria is a cooperation platform of universities and research institutions in the field of security and disaster research.

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UAV Rescue final event and demonstration July 2023

Final meeting UAV Rescue

By Isabel Anger

 

On July 27th, the final event of the FFG project took place together with the German consortium (thanks to the "Kooperative R&D" funding scheme) at the Tritolwerk, the disaster relief training ground of the Austrian Armed Forces. The final event started with presentations by the project consortium and the sponsors, after which the system was presented in action.

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