Safeguarding Australia Technology challenges – still open for submissions

In partnership with the Australian Defence Science and Universities Network (ADSUN), DST Group’s National Security Science and Technology Centre (NSSTC) is calling for submissions to address three science and technology challenges specific to Australia’s national security. This opportunity closes Monday 31st January 2022.

Safe Vehicle Interdiction.

Single or multiple capabilities to allow law enforcement to render inoperable a moving vehicle, in a no-notice scenario whereby the vehicle must be stopped prior to reaching its intended destination (such as a civilian crowd). The capabilities must be applicable to motor vehicles and trucks of different sizes (light / medium / heavy rigid and heavy combination) and ages (with / without an Engine Control Unit), whilst minimising collateral damage to persons and infrastructure in close proximity of the targeted vehicle.

Enhanced Crime Scene DNA Collection

DNA collection device (such as a swab, tapelift or another device) which supports effective collection of biological material by on-site crime scene personnel, whilst enabling subsequent automated analysis in a laboratory environment without further handling or sample preparation.

Digital Forensic Tools

Detection, access, extraction and exploitation of electronic devices with a focus on personal devices and the ‘Internet of Things’ and their assistance to solving community crime.

Up to $200,000 (ex GST) per project is available to support a maximum of three projects of 18-24 months’ duration.

The expected outcome for all funded proposals will be the demonstration of a prototype solution in a simulated use case environment. Existing technologies that might be realigned to meet the needs of this call are also open for investigation.

This opportunity closes Monday 31st January 2022.