This document summarizes the National Institute of Justice standard for stab resistance of personal body armor. It describes the Law Enforcement and Corrections Standards and Testing Program that developed the standard. This program sets minimum performance standards for law enforcement equipment based on laboratory testing. The standard specifies test methods for evaluating body armor's resistance to typical pointed and edged weapons like knives. It provides different protection levels to offer options for law enforcement purchasers and wearers. The standard was developed in collaboration with the UK to improve test realism and reproducibility.
This document describes the design and implementation of a fingerprint-based identity authentication system. The system uses an improved algorithm to extract minutiae features from fingerprints faster and more accurately than previous methods. It then employs an alignment-based matching algorithm to find correspondences between input and stored fingerprint templates without exhaustive search. Experimental results on standard fingerprint databases show the system can achieve good performance and satisfy response time requirements for authentication, taking about 1.4 seconds on average. The system provides a means of positive identity verification through fingerprint biometrics with a very high level of accuracy.
Remote biometric identification for law enforcementJustinLee535
The document discusses remote biometric identification systems for law enforcement use as defined in the EU's proposed AI regulation. It provides definitions of key terms like remote biometric identification, biometric data, and real-time and post systems. Remote biometric ID systems that identify people at a distance in public spaces for law enforcement purposes are considered prohibited, but exceptions allow real-time systems to be used for targeted searches, preventing threats, or detecting/prosecuting suspects of serious crimes. However, critics argue the exceptions are broad and could be abused.
This document summarizes the technical requirements for four levels of electronic authentication assurance. It defines requirements around tokens, identity proofing, registration, authentication protocols, and assertions. The four levels have increasing technical security requirements around cryptographic techniques, multi-factor authentication, identity proofing, and credential and key protection. The levels are mapped to the likely consequences of authentication errors to help agencies select the appropriate level of assurance for different applications and transactions.
September 2015 KLA/KASL Conference - Librarians in the 21st Century: Designin...Lisa Chow
"Librarians in the 21st Century: Designing a Career Strategy for Evolving Roles and Opportunities" Keynote Presentation at September 2015 KLA/KASL Kentucky Library Association Special Library Section in Louisville, Kentucky
Ancient boxing had fewer rules than modern boxing, with fights continuing until one boxer was knocked out or conceded defeat, and hitting a downed opponent was allowed. There were no weight classes and opponents were chosen randomly. Chariot racing events included races for 2-horse and 4-horse chariots, as well as races for carts drawn by mule teams. Pankration was a combination of boxing and wrestling allowing punches and attacks now banned in modern sports. The pentathlon included five events: discus, javelin, long jump, running, and wrestling.
This document summarizes the National Institute of Justice standard for stab resistance of personal body armor. It describes the Law Enforcement and Corrections Standards and Testing Program that developed the standard. This program sets minimum performance standards for law enforcement equipment based on laboratory testing. The standard specifies test methods for evaluating body armor's resistance to typical pointed and edged weapons like knives. It provides different protection levels to offer options for law enforcement purchasers and wearers. The standard was developed in collaboration with the UK to improve test realism and reproducibility.
This document describes the design and implementation of a fingerprint-based identity authentication system. The system uses an improved algorithm to extract minutiae features from fingerprints faster and more accurately than previous methods. It then employs an alignment-based matching algorithm to find correspondences between input and stored fingerprint templates without exhaustive search. Experimental results on standard fingerprint databases show the system can achieve good performance and satisfy response time requirements for authentication, taking about 1.4 seconds on average. The system provides a means of positive identity verification through fingerprint biometrics with a very high level of accuracy.
Remote biometric identification for law enforcementJustinLee535
The document discusses remote biometric identification systems for law enforcement use as defined in the EU's proposed AI regulation. It provides definitions of key terms like remote biometric identification, biometric data, and real-time and post systems. Remote biometric ID systems that identify people at a distance in public spaces for law enforcement purposes are considered prohibited, but exceptions allow real-time systems to be used for targeted searches, preventing threats, or detecting/prosecuting suspects of serious crimes. However, critics argue the exceptions are broad and could be abused.
This document summarizes the technical requirements for four levels of electronic authentication assurance. It defines requirements around tokens, identity proofing, registration, authentication protocols, and assertions. The four levels have increasing technical security requirements around cryptographic techniques, multi-factor authentication, identity proofing, and credential and key protection. The levels are mapped to the likely consequences of authentication errors to help agencies select the appropriate level of assurance for different applications and transactions.
September 2015 KLA/KASL Conference - Librarians in the 21st Century: Designin...Lisa Chow
"Librarians in the 21st Century: Designing a Career Strategy for Evolving Roles and Opportunities" Keynote Presentation at September 2015 KLA/KASL Kentucky Library Association Special Library Section in Louisville, Kentucky
Ancient boxing had fewer rules than modern boxing, with fights continuing until one boxer was knocked out or conceded defeat, and hitting a downed opponent was allowed. There were no weight classes and opponents were chosen randomly. Chariot racing events included races for 2-horse and 4-horse chariots, as well as races for carts drawn by mule teams. Pankration was a combination of boxing and wrestling allowing punches and attacks now banned in modern sports. The pentathlon included five events: discus, javelin, long jump, running, and wrestling.
- The radiographs show diffusely decreased bone density in the hand of a 40-year-old woman, with multiple subluxed MCP and IP joints and dislocation of the 5th PIP joint that is nearly reduced on the PA view. No erosions or productive changes are seen.
- The most likely diagnosis is rheumatoid arthritis given the diffuse decreased bone density, subluxations, and dislocations seen which are characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis. Gout, SLE, scleroderma, and erosive osteoarthritis are less likely given the lack of findings more characteristic of those conditions such as erosions or productive changes.
The document is a reflection by a student on their project exploring the principles of design in everyday kitchen objects. The student wanted to highlight the aesthetic elements in routine cooking tasks. They discuss how Japanese culture during the Edo period appreciated the art in mundane objects. While gender roles have changed little, technology has made cooking easier. The student finds baking rewarding and sees artistic styles in tools. They provide examples applying design principles like line, shape and emphasis to images of kitchen items and food.
Dokumen ini membahas tentang penyederhanaan fungsi logika Z(D,C,B,A) menggunakan peta Karnaugh dan penggambaran hasilnya dalam bentuk gerbang logika. Fungsi logika tersebut disederhanakan menjadi blok-blok di peta Karnaugh lalu digambar menggunakan gerbang AND, OR, dan NOT.
The document discusses breast radiology questions from an exam. Question 188 describes a case where a fibroadenoma was found on biopsy initially and a follow up mammogram 6 months later. The most likely diagnosis is a phyllodes tumor based on the description of phyllodes tumors typically appearing mammographically. Question 189 describes mammogram images and the most likely clinical presentation is peau d'orange skin in the left breast, indicative of inflammatory breast cancer. Question 190 involves calcifications on a mammogram and ductal carcinoma in situ is considered the most likely diagnosis.
This document outlines the features and tools available in an online course site hosted by National University, including content organization, communication tools, assessments, and resources. It also lists upcoming assignments, such as reviewing a blog post on thinking maps and case studies, and completing digital citizenship and online presentation modules. Finally, it provides a webliography of research references related to online learning pedagogy.
Located in Florence, Italy, R.E.Portal is a real estate brokerage that specializes in high-end, historic properties. They deal in castles, villas, apartments, and other luxury real estate. The company aims to provide a personal approach to clients while maintaining confidentiality. Membership in the MyJewel Club provides direct access to property information and invitations to special events. Properties include castles, villas, apartments, wineries, and bed and breakfasts.
Visual content such as images, videos, and infographics gets significantly more engagement across social media and online articles than text-only content. Posts and articles with visuals see up to 150% more clicks, likes, comments, and views compared to those without visuals. Providing journalists with visual content to accompany press releases can increase coverage by up to 77% by giving them compelling materials to share with their audience.
This document contains a third partial review of derivatives that asks the student to determine if statements about derivatives are true or false, find the equation of tangent lines, evaluate derivatives of various functions, and find second derivatives. It contains multiple derivative problems and concepts for the student to work through, including determining derivatives, tangent lines, and higher order derivatives.
This report proposes implementing a collaboration solution to improve information sharing, communication, and productivity within the company. It identifies key needs like increased workforce productivity, faster product development timelines, and streamlined communication. The current system of information storage in directories and informal knowledge sharing is inefficient. A collaboration environment could capture knowledge, facilitate project management and processes, and integrate with existing applications. This would help onboard new employees more quickly, reduce time spent searching for information, and empower employees and teams to work more effectively together.
Welcome To Jackson Systems, Zone Control Made SimpleThomas Jackson
This is a short introduction to Jackson Systems. We manufacturer and distribute controls for the HVAC industry. We specialize in forced air zone control, thermostats and commercial controls.
This document discusses Lucian's use of various social media curation tools, including Scoop.it, Pinterest, SymbalooEDU, Glogster EDU, and Learnist. It provides details on the features and purposes of these tools for curating and sharing educational resources online. The document is licensed for non-commercial sharing and reuse with attribution.
The document provides basic instructions for using Twitter, including how to write tweets, follow others, search for people, view profiles, reply to and retweet tweets, favorite tweets, use hashtags, and use common Twitter shorthand abbreviations. It also notes that initially using Twitter can feel like being the new kid in school where others already know each other, but to keep using it to find people of interest as they likely have something to learn from you as well.
This document discusses Lucian Duma's #edtech20 project, which aims to teach, learn, and play using free Web 2.0 tools and social media in education in a safe manner. The project provides groups on various platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter to connect educators. It emphasizes using these new technologies for collaboration and knowledge sharing while maintaining safety.
- The radiographs show diffusely decreased bone density in the hand of a 40-year-old woman, with multiple subluxed MCP and IP joints and dislocation of the 5th PIP joint that is nearly reduced on the PA view. No erosions or productive changes are seen.
- The most likely diagnosis is rheumatoid arthritis given the diffuse decreased bone density, subluxations, and dislocations seen which are characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis. Gout, SLE, scleroderma, and erosive osteoarthritis are less likely given the lack of findings more characteristic of those conditions such as erosions or productive changes.
The document is a reflection by a student on their project exploring the principles of design in everyday kitchen objects. The student wanted to highlight the aesthetic elements in routine cooking tasks. They discuss how Japanese culture during the Edo period appreciated the art in mundane objects. While gender roles have changed little, technology has made cooking easier. The student finds baking rewarding and sees artistic styles in tools. They provide examples applying design principles like line, shape and emphasis to images of kitchen items and food.
Dokumen ini membahas tentang penyederhanaan fungsi logika Z(D,C,B,A) menggunakan peta Karnaugh dan penggambaran hasilnya dalam bentuk gerbang logika. Fungsi logika tersebut disederhanakan menjadi blok-blok di peta Karnaugh lalu digambar menggunakan gerbang AND, OR, dan NOT.
The document discusses breast radiology questions from an exam. Question 188 describes a case where a fibroadenoma was found on biopsy initially and a follow up mammogram 6 months later. The most likely diagnosis is a phyllodes tumor based on the description of phyllodes tumors typically appearing mammographically. Question 189 describes mammogram images and the most likely clinical presentation is peau d'orange skin in the left breast, indicative of inflammatory breast cancer. Question 190 involves calcifications on a mammogram and ductal carcinoma in situ is considered the most likely diagnosis.
This document outlines the features and tools available in an online course site hosted by National University, including content organization, communication tools, assessments, and resources. It also lists upcoming assignments, such as reviewing a blog post on thinking maps and case studies, and completing digital citizenship and online presentation modules. Finally, it provides a webliography of research references related to online learning pedagogy.
Located in Florence, Italy, R.E.Portal is a real estate brokerage that specializes in high-end, historic properties. They deal in castles, villas, apartments, and other luxury real estate. The company aims to provide a personal approach to clients while maintaining confidentiality. Membership in the MyJewel Club provides direct access to property information and invitations to special events. Properties include castles, villas, apartments, wineries, and bed and breakfasts.
Visual content such as images, videos, and infographics gets significantly more engagement across social media and online articles than text-only content. Posts and articles with visuals see up to 150% more clicks, likes, comments, and views compared to those without visuals. Providing journalists with visual content to accompany press releases can increase coverage by up to 77% by giving them compelling materials to share with their audience.
This document contains a third partial review of derivatives that asks the student to determine if statements about derivatives are true or false, find the equation of tangent lines, evaluate derivatives of various functions, and find second derivatives. It contains multiple derivative problems and concepts for the student to work through, including determining derivatives, tangent lines, and higher order derivatives.
This report proposes implementing a collaboration solution to improve information sharing, communication, and productivity within the company. It identifies key needs like increased workforce productivity, faster product development timelines, and streamlined communication. The current system of information storage in directories and informal knowledge sharing is inefficient. A collaboration environment could capture knowledge, facilitate project management and processes, and integrate with existing applications. This would help onboard new employees more quickly, reduce time spent searching for information, and empower employees and teams to work more effectively together.
Welcome To Jackson Systems, Zone Control Made SimpleThomas Jackson
This is a short introduction to Jackson Systems. We manufacturer and distribute controls for the HVAC industry. We specialize in forced air zone control, thermostats and commercial controls.
This document discusses Lucian's use of various social media curation tools, including Scoop.it, Pinterest, SymbalooEDU, Glogster EDU, and Learnist. It provides details on the features and purposes of these tools for curating and sharing educational resources online. The document is licensed for non-commercial sharing and reuse with attribution.
The document provides basic instructions for using Twitter, including how to write tweets, follow others, search for people, view profiles, reply to and retweet tweets, favorite tweets, use hashtags, and use common Twitter shorthand abbreviations. It also notes that initially using Twitter can feel like being the new kid in school where others already know each other, but to keep using it to find people of interest as they likely have something to learn from you as well.
This document discusses Lucian Duma's #edtech20 project, which aims to teach, learn, and play using free Web 2.0 tools and social media in education in a safe manner. The project provides groups on various platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter to connect educators. It emphasizes using these new technologies for collaboration and knowledge sharing while maintaining safety.
Know what is biometrics, how biometrics is used for identity recognition through this presentation. Learn about the different biometric identification ways.
The document discusses biometric security and authentication techniques. It defines biometrics as automated methods of identifying individuals based on physiological or behavioral characteristics. Some examples provided include fingerprints, voice, iris, retina, hand geometry, and others. Biometric systems can be used for verification, where they confirm an identity claim, or identification, where they determine an unknown individual's identity from a database. Key factors in biometric systems include false acceptance and false rejection rates, throughput, and total cost. The document also discusses different types of biometric techniques and their appropriate uses.
Biometrics refers to authentication techniques that rely on measurable physical characteristics. There are several types of biometric identification including face, fingerprints, hand geometry, retina, iris, signature, and voice. Biometric characteristics can be physiological, related to the body, or behavioral, related to a person's actions. A biometric system works by enrolling individuals through storing biometric information, then detecting and comparing live biometrics during subsequent uses. Common biometric technologies include fingerprint scans, iris scans, and hand scans. Biometrics are used for physical access control, computer authentication, financial security, and other applications.
The document discusses biometric technology. It begins with a brief history of biometrics, noting that the first real biometric system was created in 1870 and fingerprints were first used for identification in 1892. It then defines biometrics as automated methods of identifying individuals based on physiological or behavioral characteristics. The document outlines the main components of a biometric system including modes of operation, typical blocks, and types of biometrics. It provides details on specific biometric technologies like fingerprint, facial, and iris recognition. The benefits, advantages and disadvantages as well as applications of biometric systems are also summarized.
This document summarizes a presentation on the current state and future of biometrics. It discusses the main drivers of biometrics including national security, homeland security, eGovernment, and financial transactions. It also outlines some common inhibitors to biometrics such as technology advancement, standards, testing, data sharing, and privacy. The presentation anticipates benefits from biometrics including more interoperable and secure solutions that meet security needs while respecting privacy. It argues the federal government should help overcome obstacles, encourage evolution to meet needs, and maximize the effectiveness of federal biometrics research and development.
The document discusses advancing identity management in the US government. It provides an overview of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and its role in advising the president on science and technology issues. It also describes the National Science and Technology Council's (NSTC) subcommittee on biometrics and identity management, which aims to build collaboration and consistency across government, industry, and academia. Next steps discussed are establishing an identity management task force and ensuring accurate public discussions around identity management programs and technologies.
With the growth of technology their grows threat to our data which is just secured by passwords so to make it more secure biometrics came into existence. As biometric systems are adopted and accepted for security purpose for various information and security systems. Hence it is immune to attacks. This paper deals with the security of biometric details of individuals. In this paper we will be discussing about biometrics and its types and the threats and security issues which is not talked about usually. The different technologies evolved and had contributed to biometrics in long run and their effects. Sushmita Raulo | Saurabh Gawade "Security Issues Related to Biometrics" Published in International Journal of Trend in Scientific Research and Development (ijtsrd), ISSN: 2456-6470, Volume-5 | Issue-5 , August 2021, URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/papers/ijtsrd44951.pdf Paper URL: https://www.ijtsrd.com/computer-science/computer-security/44951/security-issues-related-to-biometrics/sushmita-raulo
This document provides an introduction to biometric technology. It defines biometrics as automated methods of recognizing individuals based on physiological or behavioral characteristics. The history of biometrics is traced back to the 19th century. Common biometric modalities like fingerprints, face recognition, iris scans, voice recognition, and keystroke dynamics are described. The document outlines how biometric systems work by enrolling templates and performing matches. Applications in commercial, government, forensic, healthcare, and institutional settings are listed. Both pros and cons of biometric systems are discussed, including security of data and potential changes to biological characteristics.
Biometrics refers to authentication techniques that rely on measurable physiological and behavioral characteristics to verify identity. A biometric system automatically recognizes individuals based on characteristics like fingerprints, facial features, iris patterns, etc. There are two types of identity resolution in biometric systems - verification and identification. Verification compares a sample to a single stored template, while identification searches a sample against a database of templates. Biometric systems collect and process samples, extract distinguishing features, create templates, and make identity decisions based on template matches. Biometrics are increasingly used for security applications like access control and transactions.
It's about biometric system L10A_Savvides_Biometrics.pdfpreethi3173
This document provides an introduction to biometric technologies and applications. It discusses some of the common problems with traditional security systems like passwords, including passwords being forgotten, stolen, or cracked. Biometric technologies provide an alternative for verifying or identifying individuals based on unique physiological or behavioral characteristics. Examples of biometric modalities discussed include fingerprints, face recognition, iris recognition, and voice recognition. Applications of biometric technologies include identification by matching against a database and verification by comparing to an enrolled template.
This document provides information about the 9th Annual Biometrics for Government and Law Enforcement event happening from January 26-28, 2015 in Arlington, VA. The event will focus on the Next Generation Identification (NGI) system, featuring speakers from the FBI, DHS, Michigan State Police, and others. It will include sessions on NGI implementation, biometric modalities, mobile solutions, interoperability, and more. The document outlines the agenda for the NGI and Technical Training Day on January 26th and the two days of the main summit on January 27-28th.
BSI Biometrics Standards Presentation.
View BSI’s presentation about biometric standards, and get an overview of biometrics and identity management, and standards development for biometrics.
This document discusses biometrics and how biometric systems work. It defines biometrics as using physiological or behavioral characteristics to identify individuals uniquely. Common biometric types include fingerprints, iris scans, hand geometry, and facial recognition. Biometric systems work by enrollment, where a biometric sample is captured and stored as a template, and authentication, where a new sample is compared to stored templates. The document also covers biometric standards, advantages like increased security over passwords, disadvantages like privacy concerns, and applications for access control and verification.
NSTC Policy for Enabling the Development, Adoption and Use of Biometric Stand...Duane Blackburn
The NSTC Policy for Enabling the Development, Adoption and Use of Biometric Standards establishes a framework for reaching interagency consensus on biometric standards adoption for the US Federal government. It aims to facilitate biometric system interoperability and effectiveness. Key actions include supporting biometric standards development, recommending standards for adoption, and integrating standards into agency plans and procurement. The policy is implemented through tasks coordinated by the NSTC Subcommittee on Biometrics and Identity Management.
This document discusses biometrics and identity management. It provides an overview of the National Science and Technology Council's Subcommittee on Biometrics, which aims to advance biometrics to meet public and private needs. The report identifies the key driving forces behind biometrics as national security, homeland security, enterprise services, and personal transactions. It also outlines four primary challenges: improving biometric sensors; developing large-scale systems; establishing interoperability standards; and enabling informed privacy debates. The federal government's role is to help address these challenges through collaboration across sectors.
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This document defines and discusses identity intelligence (I2). I2 involves collecting and analyzing identity information from multiple sources to identify individuals and assess threats. It is important for national security to help identify terrorists and other threats. While valuable, I2 faces challenges regarding privacy, data overload from the vast amount of information, and inconsistencies between identity systems. The document provides examples of how I2 could be used by federal agents to research individuals, similar to how a concerned father might research a teenage date, in order to assess potential threats or make informed decisions.
Potential Opportunities for Common Federal Biometric ServicesDuane Blackburn
Looking long term, what could be done to alter the foundations that federal biometric systems are built upon, thus enabling advancements that may not be possible today? In other words: How could these systems evolve to be more adaptive and flexible, both individually and as a whole?
MITRE internally funded a quick analysis to develop initial strategic thoughts on this topic, based on its in-depth knowledge of the existing systems. It is important to note that this project did not perform a deep-dive analysis of various options, and it does not present detailed actionable recommendations. Rather, it capitalizes on existing knowledge and experiences to analyze numerous potential opportunities and to identify those that we feel hold the most promise. It is this latter set of opportunities that are presented in this presentation. In each case, MITRE recommends more thorough analysis and interagency discussion take place amongst federal departments, prior to any actionable decisions being made.
BCC (2012): Federal Panel Identifying Future Government NeedsDuane Blackburn
The federal government held its annual Biometric Consortium Conference 18-20 September 2012. MITRE hosted a workshop during this conference to highlight FFRDC support to the federal biometrics enterprise. One panel in this workshop focused on identifying priorities that the federal government will not be able to address and/or sponsor, and that should be considered for attention by non-federal entities. This paper summarizes the priorities identified during this panel.
Identity Intelligence: From Reactionary Support to Sustained EnablerDuane Blackburn
This classified briefing discusses the evolution of the Department of Defense's identity intelligence capabilities from reactive support to sustained enablers. It provides an overview of past and present biometric capabilities fielded by DoD, including mobile identification technology, portable enrollment stations, and authoritative biometric databases. It also discusses the Identity Intelligence Project Office's role in defining policy, establishing data standards, and fostering information sharing to harmonize DoD identity intelligence requirements and integration. The briefing concludes by examining potential future directions, such as increased use of biometrics at borders and emphasis on fully illuminating identities through associated attributes.
Where We Are Today – The Current Landscape of Identity ManagementDuane Blackburn
This document summarizes a presentation by Duane Blackburn from MITRE Corporation on the current landscape of identity management. Some common themes from Blackburn's research and discussions with stakeholders are: the importance of identity management for collaboration and trust but challenges in managing identities across interconnected systems; the need for improved technologies, standards, privacy protections and governance; and that despite progress, governments still lack comprehensive identity management strategies. Blackburn also provided conceptual models of identity management and discussed depictions in Hollywood.
Research, Development, Test, and Evaluation: A Defensible Process for Federal...Duane Blackburn
Through this "ready reference", MITRE aims to remediate the strain on RDT&E PMs and make it more likely that work necessary to support your agency's mission can continue to be funded. MITRE developed this model after reflecting upon the successes and failures of RDT&E programs from a variety of federal sectors over the past fifteen years.
The 2011 edition of The National Biometrics Challenge updates the 2006 National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) report of the same name. This new report provides an overview of current challenges related to strengthening the scientific foundation of biometrics and improving identity-management system capabilities. It clarifies biometrics-related priorities for Federal agencies and provides context for non-governmental entities considering collaborations with agencies as private-sector partners. This report’s recommendations are based on analyses provided in two key National Research Council reports, a National Science Foundation workshop and two workshops organized by the NSTC Subcommittee on Biometrics and Identity Management specifically designed to gather input for this report.
Interagency Coordination of Biometrics and Forensic RDT&EDuane Blackburn
Description of biometric and forensic science activities of the National Science and Technology Council. Presented at the 2011 DoD Biometrics and Forensics RDT&E Forum.
Identity Management Policy - The End of the Beginning?Duane Blackburn
This document discusses identity management (IdM) policy. It summarizes the key themes from various government studies on IdM, including that IdM is important for collaboration and innovation, standards are needed for interoperability, and privacy protections must be balanced with security needs. Governance is also required to manage interconnected IdM systems. The document advocates for continued research, standards development, policy coordination, and public-private partnerships to advance IdM.
Research Challenges in Combating Terrorist Use of Explosives in the United St...Duane Blackburn
The document outlines 10 key research challenges for combating terrorist use of explosives in the United States. The challenges are grouped into categories of deter & predict, detect & defeat, mitigate, and cross-cutting. The top priorities identified are counter-IED network attack and analysis, detection of homemade explosives, standoff rapid detection of person-borne IEDs, vehicle-borne IED detection, IED access and defeat, radio controlled IED countermeasures, IED assessment and diagnostics, waterborne IED detection systems, IED warnings, and IED threat characterization and signatures. Addressing these challenges through focused research efforts can help improve security against terrorist explosive attacks.
NSTC Identity Management Task Force Report Executive SummaryDuane Blackburn
The National Science and Technology Council's Task Force on Identity Management was established to assess the current state of identity management (IdM) across the US federal government and develop a vision for the future. The Task Force found that over 3,000 federal systems currently utilize personally identifiable information in an inconsistent and duplicative manner. Their vision calls for a federated network to securely manage digital identities using common data standards. This would enhance accuracy, availability, and privacy while reducing duplication. The Task Force provided recommendations in areas like standards, architecture, research needs, and government-wide coordination to advance toward this holistic IdM framework.
The National Science and Technology Council's Task Force on Identity Management was established to assess the current state of identity management (IdM) across the U.S. government and develop a vision for the future. The Task Force found that over 3,000 federal systems currently utilize personally identifiable information (PII) in an inconsistent and duplicative manner. The Task Force proposed a new framework that includes: 1) A "network of networks" to securely manage common PII elements across agencies; 2) Strong security, privacy and auditability standards; and 3) Ubiquitous yet controlled access to verified identity data. This proposed approach aims to improve accuracy, availability, privacy and coordination of IdM across the federal government.
Biometrics in Government Post-9/11: Advancing Science, Enhancing Operations Duane Blackburn
This report summarizes key US government initiatives since 2001 to advance biometric science and utilize biometrics to meet operational needs. Major activities include research to improve face, fingerprint, iris, and multimodal biometrics; developing standards; and operational use by DOD, DHS, DOJ, and DOS for applications like border security, law enforcement, intelligence, and access control. Interagency collaboration has been important for driving innovation and achieving interoperability across systems.
Privacy and Biometrics: Building a Conceptual FoundationDuane Blackburn
This document provides a high-level overview of privacy and biometrics to build a conceptual foundation for understanding their integration. It introduces biometrics as both physical characteristics and information processing systems. A typical biometric system collects and analyzes biometric data using sensors, algorithms, storage, matching, and decision processes. Privacy is defined in multiple ways and a functional architecture is presented. Finally, the document applies the privacy framework to the biometrics functional architecture to enable designing privacy protective biometric systems without compromising effectiveness. The goal is to connect information and individuals in a reliable and respectful way.
Using The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)Duane Blackburn
The document discusses the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC), which was established by executive order to coordinate science and technology policy across the federal government. The NSTC is chaired by the President and Vice President and aims to integrate S&T priorities across agencies, though full coordination can be difficult. Benefits of the NSTC include knowledge sharing, relationship building, and raising awareness of S&T issues. The success of NSTC bodies often depends on leadership setting realistic goals and applying pressure while refusing to accept failure.
These slides step users through the federal budget process, with a focus on science and technology. The process begins with federal program managers, works through budget shops at the agency, departmental, and White House levels, while referencing influences at each step. Budgets are then sent to Congress, back to the executive branch and down to the federal Program Managers for action.
This presentation describes coordination of federal biometric and identity management activities, and was given at the 2009 Biometric Consortium Conference.
This presentation describes coordination of federal biometric and identity management activities, and was given at the 2008 Biometric Consortium Conference.
This presentation describes coordination of federal biometric and identity management activities, and was given at the 2007 Biometric Consortium Conference.
“An Outlook of the Ongoing and Future Relationship between Blockchain Technologies and Process-aware Information Systems.” Invited talk at the joint workshop on Blockchain for Information Systems (BC4IS) and Blockchain for Trusted Data Sharing (B4TDS), co-located with with the 36th International Conference on Advanced Information Systems Engineering (CAiSE), 3 June 2024, Limassol, Cyprus.
Dr. Sean Tan, Head of Data Science, Changi Airport Group
Discover how Changi Airport Group (CAG) leverages graph technologies and generative AI to revolutionize their search capabilities. This session delves into the unique search needs of CAG’s diverse passengers and customers, showcasing how graph data structures enhance the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated search results, mitigating the risk of “hallucinations” and improving the overall customer journey.
Goodbye Windows 11: Make Way for Nitrux Linux 3.5.0!SOFTTECHHUB
As the digital landscape continually evolves, operating systems play a critical role in shaping user experiences and productivity. The launch of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 marks a significant milestone, offering a robust alternative to traditional systems such as Windows 11. This article delves into the essence of Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, exploring its unique features, advantages, and how it stands as a compelling choice for both casual users and tech enthusiasts.
Observability Concepts EVERY Developer Should Know -- DeveloperWeek Europe.pdfPaige Cruz
Monitoring and observability aren’t traditionally found in software curriculums and many of us cobble this knowledge together from whatever vendor or ecosystem we were first introduced to and whatever is a part of your current company’s observability stack.
While the dev and ops silo continues to crumble….many organizations still relegate monitoring & observability as the purview of ops, infra and SRE teams. This is a mistake - achieving a highly observable system requires collaboration up and down the stack.
I, a former op, would like to extend an invitation to all application developers to join the observability party will share these foundational concepts to build on:
Unlocking Productivity: Leveraging the Potential of Copilot in Microsoft 365, a presentation by Christoforos Vlachos, Senior Solutions Manager – Modern Workplace, Uni Systems
HCL Notes und Domino Lizenzkostenreduzierung in der Welt von DLAUpanagenda
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DLAU und die Lizenzen nach dem CCB- und CCX-Modell sind für viele in der HCL-Community seit letztem Jahr ein heißes Thema. Als Notes- oder Domino-Kunde haben Sie vielleicht mit unerwartet hohen Benutzerzahlen und Lizenzgebühren zu kämpfen. Sie fragen sich vielleicht, wie diese neue Art der Lizenzierung funktioniert und welchen Nutzen sie Ihnen bringt. Vor allem wollen Sie sicherlich Ihr Budget einhalten und Kosten sparen, wo immer möglich. Das verstehen wir und wir möchten Ihnen dabei helfen!
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Federal Biometrics Overview for Venture Capitalists (2005)
1. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
VC – USG Discussion
Duane Blackburn
NSTC Agency Representative (FBI)
Office of Science & Technology Policy
www.ostp.gov
www.biometricscatalog.org/NSTCSubcommittee
Duane_M._Blackburn@ostp.eop.gov
(202) 456-6068
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
2. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Department of Homeland Security
Terri Phillips
Biometrics Advisor (MITRE/SETA Support)
US-VISIT Program
www.dhs.gov
tphillips@mitre.org
(202) 298-5087
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
3. Biometrics are used throughout DHS
• Biometrics are used for
– Identity Verification
» Port of Entry inspections, Benefits adjudication
– Investigation
» Watch lists, Background checks
– Credentialing
» Token issuance with biometric identifiers
– Security
» Physical and logical access control
– Enforcement
» Documenting Apprehensions, managing and adjudicating
violators
• Types of biometrics used
– Face, fingerprint, iris
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
4. DHS Biometrics Study
Identified 64 Programs
• Asylee and Refugee Documentation
• Border Patrol
• Immigration and Customs Enforcement
• DHS Access Card
• Enhanced Identification Credential for
International Seafarers
• Facilitated Inspection: NEXUS, SENTRI,
INSPASS
• Free and Secure Trade (FAST)
• Merchant Mariner’s Document
• TSA’s Registered Traveler
• Transportation Worker Identity Credential (TWIC)
• US-VISIT/IDENT
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
5. Legislation and Directives
• Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act
– Total of 55 references to “biometric” in the Act
– Two major areas: Aviation Security and Border Entry-Exit
• Enhanced Border Security and Visa Entry Reform Act
– Biometrically-enabled travel documents for nationals of all Visa
Waiver Program countries and all U.S.-issued travel documents
issued to non-U.S. citizens
– Incorporate biometrics into entry-exit system
• Homeland Security Presidential Directive 11 (HSPD-11)
– Comprehensive terrorist-related screening procedures
– Use of a biometric identifier or other identification for screening
• Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12)
– Policy for a common identification standard for Federal
employees and contractors
– Result: Federal ID cards containing biometric information
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
6. DHS Operational Needs
• Improved biometric acquisition devices
– Fingerprints
» Contactless fingerprint sensors
» Fast capture (ten seconds) good quality 10 print
» Rugged mobile 10-print
– Pose and lighting-invariant capture for face, iris
– Size and weight of devices suited to varied operating
environments
• Image quality assessment at biometric capture
• Ability to “morph” an image for compatibility with
biometric algorithms
• Biometric middleware
– Ability to change biometric matcher parameters based on image
quality, threat level or other rules
– Dynamically change matching algorithms, fuse multiple
biometrics, allocate system capacity in response to workload
• Database growth and management
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
7. DHS Operational Use of Biometrics
• Understand DHS diverse operational
environments and users
– Attended - unattended
» Liveness checking, image quality, accuracy (false
positives, false negatives)
– Frequent – infrequent use
» Ease of use for operators and end users
– Cooperative - non-cooperative - uncooperative
subjects
» Varying distance and angle from capture device to
subject, image quality
– Indoor-outdoor environments
» Differences in illumination, temperature, noise, humidity
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
8. Goals for Biometrics Usage
• Standards-based technology and
products
– Interoperability
– Comparable performance / error rates
• No stove-piped systems
• Middleware development
• Single contact with DHS
• Privacy protection
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
9. Biometric Product and Service
Improvements
• Hardware products
– Design that facilitates capture of good quality images with
minimal intervention or training required
– Small, lightweight, portable devices for agents to use in the
field
– Self-authenticating, non-refutable portable device for
identity verification
» Tamper-resistant
» Accurate
• Integration into DHS infrastructure/interoperability
– No vendor lock-in
• Multi-biometric fusion for enhanced performance
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
10. Summary
• Biometrics is an enabling technology that
supports DHS’ mission and goals, not an
end in itself
• Biometric technology and products must
support DHS’ varying needs and operating
environments – from benefits adjudication
and border inspection to transportation
security and immigration enforcement
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
11. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Department of Justice
Chris Miles
Senior Program Manager
National Institute of Justice
www.ojp.usdoj.gov/nij
Christopher.Miles@usdoj.gov
(202) 616-1100
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
12. Justice Biometrics Research and Development
The Department of Justice maintains an active biometrics
program in:
• Laboratory Research and Evaluations
• Criminal Justice System Scenario & Operational Evaluations
• Operational System Enhancements
• Standards Development
Integrated Automated Fingerprint
Hand Identification System (IAFIS)
Corrections
Access
Finger
Finger
IRIS School Access & Face
Face Wireless ID & Booking
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
13. Justice Biometrics Research and Development
Objectives:
• Develop and evaluate technology products that will enhance law
enforcement and corrections officers’ ability to correctly identify
cooperative and non-cooperative individuals and to fix the identity of
individuals in the justice system;
• Evaluate technologies, such as the DoD smartcard, for applications in
credentialing, physical and logical access control, and
document/report/evidence accountability;
• Obtain and disseminate biometrics technology and product information
to the law enforcement and corrections communities.
Recent Successes:
• Evaluation of Iris Technology in Schools,
www.ncjrs.org/pdffiles1/nij/grants/208127.pdf
• Face Recognition Vendor Test 2000, 2002, & 2005, www.frvt.org
• Fingerprint Vendor Technology Evaluation, 2004,
http://FpVTE.nist.gov
• Five Biometric Standards Released in 2004, www.incits.org/m1
• Biometrics Catalog Web Site, www.biometricscatalog.org
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
14. Justice Biometrics Cooperative
The Justice Biometrics Cooperative (JBC) was established in 2003, by
the U.S. Deputy Attorney General under recommendation of the U.S.
Department of Justice Chief Science Advisor, Vahid Majidi, Ph.D.
The mission of the JBC is to:
1. Foster collaboration within DOJ on
biometric issues and activities.
2. Function as a focal point and
clearinghouse for information on biometric
research, technologies, and applications.
3. Support participation of DOJ components
in interagency and international working
groups on biometric technologies.
Current Participants are: Available at: www.biometricscatalog.org
Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives; Bureau of Justice Statistics;
Bureau of Prisons; Drug Enforcement Agency; Federal Bureau of Investigation;
Justice Management Division; National Institute of Justice; U.S. Attorneys; and
U.S. Marshals Service
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
15. DOJ Areas of Particular
Interest in Biometrics
Prioritized Operational Needs for Biometric Technologies:
• Expedited Capture of Rolled-Equivalent Fingerprints & Palm
Prints
− Inmate processing; border security checks; and background
security checks for employment & ID issuance
• Confirming and Fixing the Identity of Individuals
− Inmate processing; ID of visitors to correctional facilities;
confirmation of ID of those with multiple, false, and/or no
documentation; mortuary identification; wants and warrants
verification; sex offender tracking; employee background checks;
and queries across Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS)
databases
• Identification of People from Video and Audio Surveillance
− Preventing unauthorized access on school campuses; ID of
individuals in secure or controlled areas; detecting altered
appearances; detecting gang activities; and ID and authorization of
communications system users
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
16. DOJ Areas of Particular
Interest in Biometrics (Continued)
Prioritized Operational Needs for Biometric Technologies:
• Expedited Automation of Biometric Legacy Information
− Fingerprint cards that are not yet available electronically; common
standards for database integration; access to proprietary data; and
accuracy and quality control within databases
• Collection of Biometrics in Field Environments
− Improved officer safety in routine duties (i.e. traffic stops);
eliminating mis-ID of innocent subjects; cost & time savings of
reduced transportation & processing for ID; fusion of biometric
identifiers; and better performance for existing devices
• Controlling Physical and Logical Access
− Facilities (Corrections, Courts, Schools); sensitive/controlled areas;
evidence or weapons storage; controlled substance/ medication
distribution; communication devices; computer systems; and training
certification
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
17. Potential Technologies
for Operational Needs
Particular Technologies of Interest:
• Temporal Processing of Facial Images
• Evaluation of Iris Recognition
• Fusion of Facial & Iris, Facial & Finger, and/or Finger & Iris
• Processing of High Resolution 2D Facial Images
• Evaluation of Facial Recognition and/or Voice/Speaker
Recognition Performance
• HDTV (720p) Security and In-car Cameras And Recorders
• Low-Cost High-Resolution Camera and Computer Modules
Generic Requirements for All Operational Needs:
• Ruggedized High-Capacity Mass Data Storage Devices
• Technologies Meeting Open Standards
• Technologies Meeting Interoperability Needs
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
18. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Biometrics Technologies:
Intelligence Community Needs
Dr. Andrew F. Kirby
Senior Research Scientist
Intelligence Technology Innovation Center
(703) 874-0834
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
20. ITIC’s Focused-Technology Mission
Identify, advance technologies with innovative solutions, initiate development and insertion
projects to solve priority IC-customer problems
ITIC Activity Transition
from ITIC Implementing Customer Organizations
Technologies Solutions Projects Development Production Operations
• Identify • Initiate • Fund
• Explore • Define • Breadboards
• Nurture • Model • Demonstrations
• Test
• Coordinate
What is ITIC?
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
21. • Perceived Relevance of Biometrics:
True Identity is Intelligence!
– Defeating the Foreign Terrorist Threat
– Protection of US Missions Abroad
– Defeating the Insider Threat to Sensitive
Facilities and Resources
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
22. Intelligence Biometrics Objectives
• Authentication
• Biometric + Data
• 1 to 1 match/no match
• Easier technical problem
• Identification (ID)
Use-Cases:
• Biometric alone
• Tracking, Surveillance
• 1 to N match/no match
• Linking time, place
• More challenging
• Access Control
• Logical Systems • Watch-list
• Physical areas • 1 to n (smaller n)
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
23. • Key Advanced Research, Development,
& Engineering Thrusts:
– High Performance Face Recognition
» Attended and Unattended Surveillance
Applications
» 3D and texture analysis
» Improved scaling
– High Utility Iris Recognition
» Improved depth of field
» Improved range and speed of image acquisition
» Improved ease of use
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
24. • Key Advanced Research, Development,
& Engineering Thrusts:
– Multi-modal Collection Systems
» Portable, hand-held
» Stand alone, networked
» Secure communications
– Secure Data Fusion and Analysis
» Multi-mode
» Real-time matching (first phase analysis)
» Identity Resolution (second phase analysis)
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
25. • Areas the IC has already recommended
for Venture Capital:
– 3D Face Recognition Development
– High Security Fingerprint Recognition
– Greater Depth-of-field Imaging Technology
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
26. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Department of Defense
The DoD ABIS
LTC Jeffery Lepak
DoD Biometrics
www.biometrics.dod.mil
john.woodward@hqda.army.mil
(703) 602-5427
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
27. Identity Dominance
Linked to
• Previous identities
- User of alias identities
Previous
- User of alias “official”
Identities documents
Past • Previously detained?
Activities • Previously arrested in U.S. or other
countries?
• Matched to terrorist or crime
activities?
Bottom Line: Using only names and official documents…
- We don’t know.
- We won’t know in the future.
Paradigm Shift: We must leverage the power of biometric data.
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
28. FBI’s IAFIS Architecture
State AFIS
State AFIS
State AFIS
IAFIS
State AFIS
State AFIS
Criminal Booking Criminal Other Operations
Investigations
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
29. Conceptual DoD ABIS
Enterprise Architecture
COCOM
COCOM
COCOM DoD FBI
COCOM
ABIS IAFIS
COCOM
Maritime Interception
Detainee Operations Operations Other Operations
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
30. Summary
• Biometric technologies are an enabling
tool in the Global War on Terrorism
• Biometrics, and specifically the DoD ABIS,
will improve the USG’s ability to track and
identify national security threats
• To maximize this capability, USG must
embrace the concept of identity dominance
and act with a sense of urgency
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
31. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
NSTC Subcommittee on Biometrics
Duane Blackburn
NSTC Agency Representative (FBI)
Office of Science & Technology Policy
www.ostp.gov
www.biometricscatalog.org/NSTCSubcommittee
Duane_M._Blackburn@ostp.eop.gov
(202) 456-6068
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
32. Current NSTC
Structure NSTC
April 2005 Director, OSTP
Committee on Committee on Committee on Committee on
Environment & Science Technology Homeland and
Natural Resources National Security
WH: Kathie Olsen
NSF: Arden Bement WH: Richard Russell
WH: Kathie Olsen WH: Shana Dale
NIH: Elias Zerhouni DOC: Phillip Bond
DOC: Conrad Lautenbacher DOD: Michael Wynne
EPA: TBD Research Business Models Networking & Information DHS: Charles McQueary
Technology
Global Change Research Education & Workforce Dev.
National Security R&D
Nanoscale Science,
Air Quality Research Aquaculture
Engineering &
Human Subjects Research Technology International*
Disaster Reduction
IWG Physics of the Universe WMD Medical
Advanced Technologies
Ecosystems Countermeasures
IWG Plant Genome For Education & Training
Toxics & Risks IWG Dom. Animal Genomics Manufacturing Standards
Water Availability & Quality IWG Prion Science Research &
Development Foreign Animal Disease
IWG Trans-boarder Samples
IWG Earth Observations Threats*
IWG Multinational Orgs* Infrastructure
R&D Investment Criteria**
Aeronautics S& T
IWG on Dioxin
Biotechnology Biometrics
Oceans S & T Social, Behavioral & Econ. * in development
National Export Controls for S&T
** Informal
Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
Health and the Environment
33. Functions
• Enhances collaboration among Federal
agencies on Biometrics activities
• U.S. Government’s focal point and
clearinghouse for information on
biometrics research, technologies, and
technical/policy issues
• Supports the coordinated participation of
U.S. Government agencies in international
working groups on biometric technologies
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
34. Subcommittee on Biometrics Participants
• OSTP* • DOJ • DOD
– BOP – BMO
• DHS* – FBI – ONR
– CIS
– CBP – JMD
– NIJ • DOT
– OCR
– Privacy Office – US – FAA
– S&T Attorneys – Maritime
– TSA Administration
– USCG – NHTSA
• NSF
– USSS – OGC
• Treasury (IRS)
• DOC (NIST) • Intel Community
– CIA
• TSWG
• DOS – ITIC
– NSA
• GPO • OMB
* Co-chairs
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
35. Coordination Areas
Research and Development Research and Test Infrastructure
• Fingerprint Recognition • Data Collection
• Face Recognition • Infrastructure for RDT&E Data Sharing
• Iris Recognition • Test and Evaluation
• Other
• Fusion
System Considerations Program Management Tools
• Human-System Interface • Social/Legal/Privacy
• Middleware • Communications
• Decision Support Tools
• Application Description
• Standards
• Solicitations
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
36. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Fast Capture
Fingerprint Initiative
Chris Miles
Senior Program Manager
National Institute of Justice
www.ojp.usdoj.gov/nij
Christopher.Miles@usdoj.gov
(202) 616-1100
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
37. Fast Capture Finger/Palm
Print Technology
• Fingerprints are the most relied-upon biometric for identity verification and
positive linking of persons to criminal history and background check
records
• The expanded use of finger and palm prints for background checks and
identifications is currently limited by the technology available to capture the
friction ridge detail that enables database searches
• New technology with much greater convenience, speed, reliability,
affordability, and accuracy must quickly be developed to improve our
Nation’s ability to meet the screening requirements for criminal, border,
transportation, and employment checks
• This program seeks to improve and advance the current state of
technology to capture 10 rolled-equivalent fingerprints in less than 15
seconds and both palm prints in 1 minute or less
• This is a joint effort of the NIJ, FBI, DEA, and Justice Management
Division of the Department of Justice; and the U.S. Departments of
Defense, Homeland Security, and State
National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
38. Fast Capture Finger/Palm
Print Technology
• Three technology approaches are planned to be pursued in four
separate projects:
• A U-shaped flexible sensor that each finger fits into.
• Two camera-based systems that take multiple high-resolution flash
images of the fingers and palms.
• A circular optical mirror system that the fingers are drawn across
and a image is created
• Each project will produce working devices within 18 months to 2 years
that are suitable for independent performance testing
• Captured images will meet or exceed all FBI and NIST image
specifications
• Total program budget is $7.5 Million. NIJ plans to fund an independent
evaluation of resulting devices. Funds are being identified from
within Justice and also from DoD, DHS, and State to initiate
the projects
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39. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Face Recognition Research
Duane Blackburn
Program Manager
Federal Bureau of Investigation
www.fbi.gov
www.frvt.org
Duane.Blackburn@ic.fbi.gov
(703) 632-6161
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40. Performance Goals and Progress
Independent Evaluations
(Gold Standard)
Starting Point 80%
Measured in
FRVT 2002
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FAR = 0.1%
41. Performance Goals and Progress
Independent Evaluations
(Gold Standard)
Goal 98%
Starting Point 80%
Measured in
FRVT 2002
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FAR = 0.1%
42. Performance Goals and Progress
Independent Evaluations Face Recognition Grand Challenge
(Gold Standard) (Participant Self-Reporting)
99.99% Multi-Still
(Jan 05)
99% High Resolution Still
(Jan 05)
Goal 98%
To be measured
by FRVT 2005
97% Three-Dimensional
(Jan 05)
Starting Point 80%
Measured in
FRVT 2002
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FAR = 0.1% * First set of results after 4 months in a 12 month period
43. Next Steps in Face Recognition
• FRVT 2005
– Blind Evaluation (No visibility to data)
– Open to academia, industry, and research
institutions
– Evaluating Performance on:
» High resolution still imagery (5 to 6 mega-pixels)
» 3D facial scans
» Multi-sample still facial imagery
» Pre-processing algorithms that compensate for pose and
illumination
– Scheduled to commence in late FY 2005
• FRGC II
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44. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Iris Recognition Research
Duane Blackburn
Program Manager
Federal Bureau of Investigation
www.fbi.gov
iris.nist.gov/ICE
Duane.Blackburn@ic.fbi.gov
(703) 632-6161
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45. Iris Recognition Workshop
• Held in January 2005
• Emphasis on less-than-cooperative
subjects
• Two days with split topics:
− Features and Algorithms
− Optics and Sensors
• Primarily academic presenters
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46. Iris Challenge Evaluation
• Follows the FRGC/FRVT
development and assessment model
− Phase I: Iris challenge problem
» August-December 2005
− Phase II: Large-scale independent
technology evaluation
» 1Q 2006
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47. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Biometrics Experimentation Environment
Duane Blackburn
Program Manager
Federal Bureau of Investigation
www.fbi.gov
Duane.Blackburn@ic.fbi.gov
(703) 632-6161
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48. Biometrics Experimentation Environment
• Overview
– A resource to collect and share datasets for
development and evaluation purposes
– Provides a common user interface through which
experiments are established and results are compiled
and presented for evaluation analysis
• Benefits
– Easier and less expensive to perform biometric
evaluations
– Produce audit trails to metadata, making it possible to
analyze results in greater detail than previously
possible
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49. Biometrics Experimentation Environment
(5) may
incorporate results (2a) run experiment on
into design of next dataset using their
experiment algorithms
(1a) develops
experiment
Research
Institutions
(1b) provides pointers &/or Vendor
to needed data and Participants
U.S. metadata
Government
B-Base (2b) may
also run
their own
experiments
on dataset
(3) output results
in standardized
format
(4) collates data Results
File
and plots results
U.S. Government Research Institutions &/or Vendors
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50. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
The Biometric Consortium
Jeff Dunn
Co-Chair
Technical Director for Biometrics
National Security Agency
www.biometrics.org
dunn@biometrics.org
(301) 688-7421
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51. The Biometric Consortium
• The Biometric Consortium serves as a
focal point for research, development,
testing, evaluation, and application of
biometric-based personal
identification/verification technology
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52. The Biometric Consortium
• Facilitates information exchange
• Web Site
• Electronic Discussion List
• Conferences / workshops
www.Biometrics.org
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53. The Biometric Consortium
• Started in 1992 with less than 30
government researchers
• Now over 1,000 members from Federal,
State & Local Governments, industry,
national labs, and Academia
– Technology focused
– Users, Researchers
– Vendors, Integrators
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54. The Biometric Consortium
Conference
• The 2004 Biometric Consortium
conference had over 1000 participants,
including:
– 100 speakers
– 75 exhibitors
– 60 Federal agencies
– 25 Universities
– 200 Commercial vendors,
integrators, & users
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55. 2005 Biometric Consortium
Conference
• 19-21 September 2005
• Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Arlington, VA
• 2 ½ days of seminars
• Technology Exhibits
• Cost $540
• www.biometrics.org
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56. National Science & Technology Council
Subcommittee on Biometrics
Discussion
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