randomization Archives

Rutgers Researchers Making Sure It’s Safe to ‘Take Me Out to the Ballgame’

Rutgers University researchers are studying the use of randomization to enhance inspections and other security protocols at large venues like sports stadiums. [Read more...]

March 17, 2017

Three professional sports leagues (NFL, MLB and NHL) have mandated the use of walk-through metal detectors (also known as magnetometers) to enhance security at sports stadiums and arenas they oversee. Seen here are WTMDs in use by the Oakland Raiders. Photo credit: Oakland Raiders.

How to Protect Large Gatherings from Paris-Style Terrorist Attacks Is Focus of CCICADA Workshop at MetLife Stadium

Security experts gather at MetLife Stadium to discuss how to improve security at sports stadiums and other large venues vulnerable to terrorist attacks [Read more...]

May 18, 2016

CCICADA Homeland Security News, April 2016

The lead story in this issue of Homeland Security News explains how CCICADA researchers are working to “randomize” inspection procedures at sports stadiums and other large venues to enhance security. [Read more...]

April 11, 2016

The world prayed for Paris following the November 13, 2015 terror attacks that killed 130 people and injured hundreds more. Photo credit: Tobias Theiler (Flickr, Creative Commons)

After Paris Terror Attacks, Sports Venue Security Directors Turn to CCICADA for Answers

CCICADA is researching how to use coordinated randomization in screening procedures at sports stadiums and other large venues to make security protocols less predictable. [Read more...]

March 23, 2016