
The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) are working together on a new strategic initiative aimed at increasing security at aviation checkpoints while making the traveler’s experience easier and more convenient.The ultimate desire is for checkpoints--in aviation and other transportation systems--to move away from the current standalone screening systems to more integrated suites that can adjust detection capabilities based on risk levels.“Knowing that terrorists will seek out new ways to…