Preparing a Nation

For years, researchers at Pitt have been studying ways to improve the nation's security and national preparedness, but in this post-September 11 world, Pitt now is helping to lead the way against terrorism and other disasters - and change the way we look at it all. Learn more about the Center for National Preparedness.

Seminar Series

Spring Seminar dates and speakers announced: Register Today

Critical Infrastructure Conference Results

Final Report: Report PDF
Media Coverage by WTAE Andrew Stockey:
AVI Video (7MB)   Quick time video (4MB)
Exercise Success:
 
Go to the conference website for more information:
Conference Website

The Pittsburgh Framework for Disaster Preparedness and Response

geospatial            A Dynamic Discrete Disaster Decision
           Simulation System  [read more]
 

First Responder Training - Immersive Virtual Enviroments

geospatial  Provides first responders with the type of situational training  and real-time information necessary to do their jobs safely  and effectively.  [read more]
 

Visualizations

visualizations  Allows the user to create distinct and meaningful  representations of large data sets that are easier to  comprehend.  [read more]