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DASA Funds Toxic Gas Detection Tech

DASA Launches Initiative to Enhance Public Safety

Introduction: Innovating for Safer Spaces The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) has announced a new Themed Competition titled ‘Rapid Detection of Toxic Gases’. Funded by the Home Office, this competition offers up to £1.6 million for innovative solutions that can quickly detect toxic gases in busy spaces, ensuring public safety and security.   The Challenge: Detecting Toxic Gases in Crowded Areas The rapid release of toxic gases in enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces can happen accidentally or through malicious intent. The swift detection of such gases is crucial to prevent adverse health effects and ensure the safety of people in these environments. This competition aims to find technological solutions that can tackle this significant health, safety, and security challenge.   Key Dates and Funding Details - Total Funding Available: £1.6 million for Phase 1, with a cap of £200,000 per proposal. - Proposal Submission Deadline: Midday (GMT) on Thursday 28 March 2024. - Informational Webinar: Scheduled for Wednesday 7 February 2024. - 1-2-1 Webinar Sessions: Set for Wednesday 14 February and Thursday 22 February 2024.   What DASA is Looking For DASA seeks innovative detection methods suitable for monitoring air quality in potentially busy spaces. Key aspects include early warning systems for unsafe toxic gas levels, estimating concentration levels, minimizing false alarms, quick identification, and integration potential with smart facility management systems.   Participating in the Competition Launch Q&A Webinar: An opportunity to gain more insights into the challenge areas and proposal submission process. The webinar on 7 February 2024 will include a Q&A session. 1-2-1 Sessions: Applicants can register for 15-minute teleconference sessions on 14 February and 22 February 2024 to ask specific questions related to the competition.   Submitting a Proposal Innovators with ideas for novel technologies that can provide early warnings for unsafe levels of toxic gases are encouraged to participate. The full competition document, available on DASA's website, provides detailed information on the challenge and the submission process.   Conclusion: A Step Towards Enhanced Public Safety This initiative by DASA, backed by the Home Office, is a significant step towards using innovative technology to enhance public safety. By addressing key defence and security challenges, this competition aims to create safer environments in potentially busy spaces across the UK.   Sources: THX News & Defence and Security Accelerator. Keywords: - DASA Toxic Gas Detection, - Public Safety Innovation Challenge, - Home Office Funded Competition, - Rapid Toxic Gas Detection Solutions, - Safety in Crowded Spaces, - Air Quality Monitoring Technologies, - Defence and Security Accelerator, - Toxic Gas Early Warning Systems, - Public Security Technology Innovation, - Smart Facility Management Integration. High-Ranking Keyword: Rapid Toxic Gas Detection Solutions Meta Description: DASA launches a £1.6 million competition for rapid toxic gas detection solutions, aiming to enhance public safety in crowded spaces. Title: "DASA Funds Toxic Gas Detection Tech" Sub-title: "In a major public safety initiative, DASA launches a £1.6 million competition to develop rapid toxic gas detection solutions for crowded spaces." Read the full article