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Homeland Security Research Division

The Homeland Security Research Division (HSRD) is the research unit within RAND that houses the Homeland Security Operational Analysis Center, an FFRDC operated by RAND under contract with the Department of Homeland Security. HSRD also serves as the platform by which RAND communicates relevant research from across its units with the broader homeland security enterprise.

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Balancing Quality of Life with Mission Requirements
Jul 29, 2019
U.S. Coast Guard major cutter vessels are capable of spending substantial amounts of time away from their home ports. How does time spent away from port on major cutters affect servicemember re-enlistment behavior?
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Homeland Security Operational Analysis Center 2017-2018 Annual Report
Jul 24, 2019
The Homeland Security Operational Analysis Center (HSOAC) 2017–2018 Annual Report offers an overview of HSOAC capabilities, highlights how HSOAC is supporting the DHS mission, and looks ahead at projects in the core research programs.
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Development of Standardized and Best Practices for the USCG Boats Acquisition Program
Jun 24, 2019
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) depends on its fleet of more than 1,600 boats to conduct its most critical operations. What are the best practices for improving boat acquisition, and what are the USCG's options for a future acquisition program?

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