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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The Strategic National Stockpile and COVID-19
Jun 24, 2020

The United States maintains a stockpile of drugs, vaccines, and other medical supplies to provide for the nation's emergency health security. COVID-19 has highlighted the need to update current stockpiling capabilities to help prepare for future biological events, including pandemics.
Report
Developing New Future Scenarios for the U.S. Coast Guard's Evergreen Strategic Foresight Program
May 27, 2020

How can the U.S. Coast Guard ensure future service readiness in the face of uncertain future operating environments?
Report
The Benefits and Risks of Face Recognition Technology
May 14, 2020

Face recognition technologies (FRTs) offer opportunities to improve identification efforts, but they also raise concerns about privacy and bias. Understanding the trade-offs between the utility and risks of FRTs is crucial for evaluating their adoption and implementation.

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The Policy Currents Podcast

Getting to Know Military Caregivers and Their Needs

Helping Coastal Communities Plan for Climate Change

Improving Psychological Wellbeing and Work Outcomes in the UK

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Homeland Security Research Division

Explore Research on Homeland Security Issues

The Strategic National Stockpile and COVID-19

Developing New Future Scenarios for the U.S. Coast Guard's Evergreen Strategic Foresight Program

The Benefits and Risks of Face Recognition Technology

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