CoLPS: Homeland Security

The purpose of the study involved extending current collaboration theories into collaboration between the fire department and the local EMA, as well as, identifying differences in current ICS curricula. Author: Randall W. Hanifen, Northcentral University.

Despite the proliferation in the use of technology-based training solutions, such as web-based training (WBT), there is little research within the first responder community as to whether WBT is as effective as ILT in enabling trainees to transfer essential knowledge, skills, abilities (KSAs) from a training course to daily job settings. Author: Brian Keith Simpkins, Eastern Kentucky University.

The main objective of this research is to develop appropriate mathematical frameworks to support the design of optimal resource allocation strategies to adequately achieve allocation objectives (e.g., vulnerability, cost, and response time) that then can be applied in different areas (e.g., emergency logistics and surveillance and regional security). Author: Mohammed H. Muaafa, Stevens Institute of Technology.

This qualitative case study examined protection of the maritime domain through interorganizational information sharing. Author: Nelson Torres, Northcentral University.

The main purpose of this case study was to understand how law enforcement officers perceive their readiness to respond to disasters. The second purpose of the study was to understand which perceived factors are limiting, preventing, and influencing effective disaster responses in local communities. Author: Lisandra Pagan, Capella University.

The purpose of this qualitative study was to document how the United States Government employs Broken Windows Theory to secure the country’s Northern border from illicit actors. Author: William H. Morrison, Northcentral University.