Iris recognition, face detection and the use of terahertz imaging to uncover concealed weapons and dangerous substances are to be debated at a seminar entitled 鈥欌楻isk, Threat & Detection.鈥

探花直播seminar will be invaluable for anyone involved in national security, the protection of critical infrastructure, defence intelligence, terrorism analysis, the fight against organised crime, emergency response planning, and the emergency services.

Leading Cambridge scientists, including Professor Ross Anderson, Professor Stephen Elliott and Professor Sir Michael Pepper, will outline their research and visions for the future of UK security.

探花直播seminar will focus on security technology and policy and be a unique opportunity to discuss this topical and controversial subject with academics, policy-makers and industry leaders.

鈥淒ealing with security issues in today鈥檚 world is difficult and challenging,鈥 explained Sir Michael. 鈥 探花直播 探花直播 of Cambridge, with its expertise covering a vast range of science and technology, can make a hugely important contribution to providing solutions to these problems.鈥

Four key areas are to be explored: political security, physical security, digital security, and biological and chemical security.

探花直播event will also include prominent external speakers, including Ken Brigden, Director of the Ministry of Defence鈥檚 Counter Terrorism Science and Technology Centre, and Alan Pratt, Director of the Home Office Scientific Development Branch.

探花直播former head of MI6 and current Master of Pembroke College, Sir Richard Dearlove, will close the seminar after which there will be a Christmas drinks reception and the chance to network over mulled wine.

Hosted by the Research Services Division (RSD), the event is part of the Horizon series which aims to showcase the cutting-edge research being undertaken at the 探花直播.

鈥楻isk, Threat & Detection鈥 will take place at Cripps Court, Magdalene College on Tuesday 5 December. Further details, including a full programme for the day and a booking form, can be found on the RSD website.

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