NIST Communications Technology Laboratory

🎉 Celebrating Leadership and Innovation! Today we officially welcomed Dr. Melissa Midzor as the new Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)'s Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL) during a special swearing-in ceremony. This moment marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for CTL as we continue to advance cutting-edge research in communications and networking technologies. Dr. Midzor brings unparalleled expertise to this role, and we look forward to her leadership in driving innovation that improves everyday connectivity. Her commitment to collaboration and excellence is already inspiring our team and partners alike. Stay tuned for updates as we work together to shape the future of communications technology. Congratulations, Melissa! 👏 #Leadership #Innovation #FutureTech #Communications 

One month left: the final Stage 2 submission deadline for NIST #PSCR’s The First Responder #UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0) is fast approaching! All submissions must be received by January 10, 2025, to be eligible for Top 10 leaderboard rankings and up to $40,000 in cash prizes. How to Ensure a Successful Submission: ● Complete all required test flights and record attestation videos. ● Upload your measurements and videos to the Contestant Portal before the deadline. ● Review Stage 2 guidelines to ensure your submission meets all requirements. 🏆 The Top 10 teams will advance to Stage 3: Live Final, with a chance to win the $100,000 grand prize. Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your innovation and impact the future of first responder technology. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8RM5XRu @ChallengeGov #NIST #PSCR #UAS #PrizeChallenge #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #IoT #RadioComms #dronecompetition #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #WirelessDataGathering #AIInEmergencyResponse #DroneChallenges #NextGenResponder #NISTPrizeChallenge #NIST #PSCR #UAS #PrizeChallenge #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #IoT #RadioComms #dronecompetition #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #WirelessDataGathering #AIInEmergencyResponse #DroneChallenges #NextGenResponder #NISTPrizeChallenge

NIST #PSCR Deputy Division Chief Ellen Ryan and UAS Portfolio Lead Terese Manley presented this morning on AI-Driven UAS: Real-Time Applications for Public Safety to wrap up a wonderful week at #iafcTSI2024. Thank you for the opportunity, @International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), to share about the various ways in which AI, when harnessed responsibly, can enhance UAS technology for first responder operations! #iafcTSI2024 #NIST #PSCR #UAS #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #NextGenResponder 

We extend a very warm welcome to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) Division as a new member of TCCA-Critical Communications. NIST’s PSCR Division conducts research, development, testing, and evaluation for public safety communications technologies. It is housed within the NIST Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL) and addresses the R&D necessary for critical features identified by public safety entities beyond the current generation of broadband technology. “Our division looks forward to connecting with other members and contributing to several of the Working Groups facilitated by TCCA, from the Critical Communications Broadband Group to the new Interworking Function (IWF) Group. Advancing communications for first responders is a worldwide challenge, so it’s vital we collaborate across sectors and at a global scale to drive progress together.” said Brianna Huettel, PMP, PSCR Strategy & Operations Lead. “NIST PSCR has been a longstanding supporter of TCCA and the advancement of global critical communications. The forward-looking research, guidance and innovation they continue to lead and foster is vital to unlocking future critical functionality for end-users,” said Kevin Graham, TCCA CEO. “It is with great pleasure we welcome them formally into TCCA membership and look forward to the multi-domain expertise they bring to our US and international community.” In partnership with the First Responder Network Authority, NIST PSCR organises the annual 5X5 Public Safety Innovation Summit, which in 2025 takes place from 3-5 June. Find out more here https://lnkd.in/eQTnPYma - and of course we look forward to welcoming NIST PSCR to our own TCCA Critical Communications World in Brussels later that month, from 17-19 June. Pictured from left at the 5X5 Public Safety Innovation Summit 2024 in Chicago: Brianna Huettel, PSCR Strategy & Operations Lead; Dereck Orr, PSCR Division Chief; Melissa Midzor, Communications Technology Laboratory Director, and Tero Pesonen, TCCA Board Vice-Chair and chair of TCCA’s Critical Communications Broadband Group.

There is still time to join 🗓️ Stage 2 of NIST #PSCR’s The First Responder #UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0) closes next month! Submit your entries by January 10th for a chance to compete for a share of the remaining $265,000 Stage 2 Prize Pool. Up to 10 Stage 2 Winners will advance to Stage 3: Live Event, where they will compete for the $100,000 Stage 3 First Place Prize. Stage 2 Whole System - Measurement of Capabilities Details: • Purchase, build, or adapt an existing UAS capable of flight, sensing, and with radio hardware necessary to store and forward data files. • Build specific test method apparatuses to perform test flights, record attestation videos, and measure the performance of your system. Measurements will be submitted to a contest leaderboard for review. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ddqe9S7P @ChallengeGov #NIST #PSCR #UAS #PrizeChallenge #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #IoT #RadioComms #dronecompetition #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #WirelessDataGathering #AIInEmergencyResponse #DroneChallenges #NextGenResponder #NISTPrizeChallenge

Get ready for UAS and AI at #iafcTSI2024 December 4-6, 2024! 🌟 NIST #PSCR is thrilled that our very own UAS Portfolio Manager Terese Manley and Deputy Division Chief Ellen Ryan will be presenting and engaging with fire service professionals. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gCyQR7dg #iafcTSI2024 #NIST #PSCR #UAS #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #NextGenResponder 

One more week to submit your Stage 2 Mid-Stage Review for #NIST PSCR’s First Responder #UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0)! Submissions containing your UAS test measurements and videos received by November 18th will receive feedback from experts to help you fine-tune your solution. Final deadline for Mid-Stage Review is December 2nd with up to 20 teams awarded a $2,000 prize! Register and learn more about your chance to win up to $40K more cash prizes in Stage 2 and how to win the Stage 3 1st place prize of $100K: https://lnkd.in/g8RM5XRu. @ChallengeGov #NIST #PSCR #UAS #PrizeChallenge #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #IoT #RadioComms #dronecompetition #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #WirelessDataGathering #AIInEmergencyResponse #DroneChallenges #NextGenResponder #NISTPrizeChallenge

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is at the forefront of OpenRAN research! The future of mobile networks is faster, more cost effective, and more secure - thanks to OpenRAN. This revolutionary technology breaks free from the limitations of legacy systems, enabling greater flexibility and innovation. Our testbeds are deploying and testing NIST’s end-to-end Open-RAN network and focusing on: Interoperability: Ensuring components from different vendors work together seamlessly. Security: Addressing potential vulnerabilities in this new, open architecture. Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML): Testing and optimizing algorithms for network automation and performance. Learn more about how NIST is shaping the future of OpenRAN and creating a more open, adaptable, and innovative mobile network ecosystem here: https://lnkd.in/gipUet6D. #NIST #OpenRAN #Telecommunications #5g #6g #NextGeneration

IU RedLab is proud to support NIST Communications Technology Laboratory in the First Responder UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0)! Submit your entries by January 10th for a chance to compete for a share of the remaining $265,000 Stage 2 Prize Pool. Up to 10 Stage 2 Winners will advance to Stage 3: Live Event, where they will compete for the $100,000 Stage 3 First Place Prize. Stage 2 Whole System- Measurement of Capabilities Details:  -Purchase, build, or adapt an existing UAS capable of flight, sensing, and with radio hardware necessary to store and forward data files. -Build specific test method apparatuses to perform test flights, record attestation videos, and measure the performance of your system. Measurements will be submitted to a contest leaderboard for review. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ddqe9S7P  Challenge.gov

This just in! Detailed results from the UAS 3D Mapping challenge are now available on the #NIST #PSCR website! Head on over to learn more about the impact of indoor real-time and post-processed 3D maps from this competition and specifics of each winners' UAS solutions: https://lnkd.in/gQ_aRr6x. Congratulations to all competitors on their ingenuity and successful UAS innovation for the benefit of public safety communications! @ChallengeGov