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The Center for Emergency Management and Homeland Security Policy Research

Our mission

“The Center for Emergency Management and Homeland Security Policy Research at The University of 69É«ÇéƬ is dedicated to create a supportive environment for research, academics, and outreach in Emergency Management and Homeland Security. This Center will support and encourage multidisciplinary endeavors in these fields that will make a positive contribution to society.”

The Research Center

  • Conveniently located in the Polsky Building downtown 69É«ÇéƬ, Ohio on the campus of The University of 69É«ÇéƬ;
  • Established since 2002
  • Collaborative partnership between The University of 69É«ÇéƬ and The Ohio Emergency Management Agency
  • Primary charge to improve the practice of emergency management
  • Strong policy focus so that research is used to improve practice

Concept:

  • Focuses on policy and its interaction with the function of emergency management
  • Analysis and research relates to current emergency management questions and issues, on both state and national levels
  • Uses research results to be applied to improve real life practice 

Project areas include:

  • Terrorism preparedness
  • Business and industry continuity
  • Disaster response and recovery assessment
  • Management practices relating to crises and disasters

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