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Description
As our world undergoes digital transformation, the importance of secure and autonomous systems in emergency response cannot be overstated. The VALKYRIES project, funded by Horizon 2020, is dedicated to enhancing EU disaster resilience by developing a methodology for standardization and certification harmonization. This initiative project utilizes emerging technologies, procedures, and collaboration tools to optimize first aid response coordination during cross-border disasters and major crises in Europe.
The VALKYRIES project seeks to innovate the efficiency and effectiveness of first aid responses through the integration of emerging technologies. These include supportive autonomous units, trusted new generation communication systems, mobile command and control technologies, digitalization of first aid procedures, and the utilization of instrumentation and health support wearable devices.
An important objective of the VALKYRIES project is to analyze existing technological advancements and collaborative opportunities within the first aid response market. Through comprehensive surveys and consultations with key stakeholders, the project aims to establish a baseline for future research and innovation endeavors. Furthermore, the project will propose tentative EU-level roadmaps to guide the adoption of emerging technologies, addressing divergences, overlaps, and end-user requirements.
In this presentation, we will share the research findings of this project, which is scheduled to be completed in September 2023. One outcome of the project is SIGRUN, a comprehensive platform that improves coordination in first aid response. SIGRUN integrates cognitive communications, resource management, and mobile application for emergency rescue activities and operational information. It's important to note that cybersecurity is crucial throughout the entire process, and considering cybersecurity certification from the start is essential to support the commercialization of research results. To achieve this, the project explores cybersecurity certification schemes in Europe and proposes criteria to support the evaluation of emerging technologies. Through these analyses, the results can contribute to improving certification processes, implementing strong cybersecurity measures, and seamlessly integrating emerging technologies into first aid response and disaster management.
References
https://www.valkyries-h2020.eu/index.html
| Keywords | Valkyries Project, emerging technologies in disaster management, cybersecurity |
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