ISCRAM is Conducting Survey for Masters Degree on EM Information Systems

ISCRAM is Conducting Survey for Masters Degree on EM Information Systems

ISCRAM, the international academic-practitioner group focused on Information Systems for Crisis Response and Management is conducting a survey that may be of interest to many people. The survey is looking for input on a Master's level degree in EM with a concentration in information systems.  

I like ISCRAM's approach because it is not just about a particular type of technology such as GIS. Information systems for EM is sorely underrepresented in higher education and something I believe should be in included in every degree program.  This topic is also near and dear to my heart as I have not only written about information and technology in EM, but is also the subject of my research and future work. 

You need not be an expert in information systems, information, or technology to respond to this survey.  In fact a non-technical EM expert may provide some great feedback! 

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National Survey on R&D Priorities related to EOC Technology

National Survey on R&D Priorities related to EOC Technology

I just came across this national survey on EOC technology.  The goal of the researcher is to establish research and development priorities.  I think this is a great idea and am glad to see it sponsored by some big names such as Harvard, AMTRAK, City of Los Angeles and the Department of Homeland Security.  The survey takes about 10 minutes.  Respond to the survey by clicking the button below or clicking this link.

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Academic Research on Disaster Communications Technology [Survey]

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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