Modernizing the U.S. Fire Data System: An Introduction to the National Emergency Response Information System

July 13, 2023 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EDT

Join the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (DHS), UL’s Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI), and the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA) for a virtual discussion with Q&A on July 13, 2023 to hear first-hand from leaders about the vision, purpose, and impact of the new National Emergency Response Information System (NERIS).

During the session, you will be provided with information about the NERIS platform itself, the new data standard on which it will be based, and the approach to development, along with key milestones and timing. You will also have the opportunity to have your questions about NERIS answered live.

Featured Speakers

• Dr. David Alexander, Senior Science Advisor for Resilience, DHS Science and Technology Directorate
• Dr. Lori Moore-Merrell, U.S. Fire Administrator, USFA
• Dr. Steve Kerber, Vice President and Executive Director, FSRI
• Commissioner Adam K. Thiel, Philadelphia Fire Department (Moderator)



About Fire Safety Research Institute

The Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) strives to advance fire safety knowledge and strategies in order to create safer environments. Using advanced fire science, rigorous research, extensive outreach and education in collaboration with an international network of partners, the organization imparts stakeholders with knowledge, tools, and resources that enable them to make better, more fire safe decisions that ultimately save lives and property. To learn more, visit fsri.org. Follow the Fire Safety Research Institute on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

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