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Disaster Competence Network Austria (DCNA) acts as a link between scientific research and practitioners in crisis and disaster management. Through knowledge and technology transfer, findings from basic research are implemented and directed to those interested in security and disaster research in Austria and beyond.
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We are pleased to announce a new project in DCNA: EMBRACE addresses biotoxins as a disaster management challenge. The EU-funded project aims to improve Europe's response to biotoxin incidents. By consolidating operational, scientific, clinical and technological knowledge, the project seeks to update response protocols and provide tailored disaster management solutions.
MEDLOK deals with the possible distribution of medical devices in crises. The FFG KIRAS project MEDLOK, led by the Graz University of Technology, Institute for Health Care Engineering, aims to create a groundbreaking approach to improving disaster response in the healthcare system and ensuring an efficient supply of life-saving medical technology products.
DCNA is part of a new EU-funded project which started on October 1, 2024: TRIFFID will work towards the integration of modern technologies, notably unmanned aerial and ground vehicles (UAV and UGV), in a platform supporting first responders’ search and rescue operations in the aftermath of natural disasters.