Academic Research on Disaster Communications Technology [Survey]

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Academic Research on Disaster Communications Technology [Survey]

Two great universities, the MIT Lincoln Laboratory and the Pennsylvania State University’s College of Engineering,  are coming together to do some much needed research on disaster communications technology.  I am very pleased to see this type of research taking place and hope you can participate by completing this survey.

The researchers are looking for all levels of practitioners involved in emergencies or disasters (e.g., DoD, DHS, Public Safety, private industry, etc.).  The survey has 25 questions and should take about 15 minutes.  

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6 Great Disaster Infographics

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6 Great Disaster Infographics

Disaster statistics and information have been around for while, but rarely have they been presented in such ways that grabs someones attention.  Infographics are a new visual way of presenting information in a easily digestible graphic.  They are usually static in nature, but present a finite set of information in some sort of story line.       

I would highly encourage you to use them in the mix of your social engagement strategy.  They are a great way to connect with your audience in a way that doesn't bore them to death!  

I put together six great disaster infographics to check out!

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