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Around the Region in Homeland Security
Our Around the Region in Homeland Security newsletter highlights current activities related to homeland security. To subscribe, email nwrtc@pnnl.gov.
Highlights in the May 2026 issue include:
Fentanyl Vapor Detection Technology Wins FLC Award
Wildfire Mitigation Plan Database Now Includes AI
Assessment Highlights Unmanned Ground Vehicles
AI on the Front Lines of Cyber Protection

Notes from the Field
In the June 2023 Notes from the Field newsletter, we take a closer look at the Public Infrastructure Security Cyber Education System (PISCES), a program dedicated to developing the future cybersecurity workforce through collaboration with the private sector, colleges and universities, and local governments to provide no-cost cybersecurity monitoring for small public organizations.

Upcoming Events
- May 11–12 – SMR and Advanced Reactor 2026
- July 19–23 – Pacific NorthWest Economic Region 2026 Annual Summit
- August 10–13 – National Homeland Security Conference
- August 12–14 – Fire-Rescue International 2026
- October 24–27 – International Association of Chiefs of Police Annual Conference and Exposition
- November 3–5 – Critical Minerals and Materials Science Summit
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