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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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Since January 1, 2025, DCNA is part of another EU-project: COLLARIS2 focuses on the use of UAS (e.g., drones) in the field of civil protection and disaster management. Building upon the results of the COLLARIS Network, this project aims to continue, expand and further develop the already established international network in the field of UAS.
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.