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Cast your Vote: Top Military Duty Stations

The military has many service locations around the globe - Last year IDGA suggested a possible top 5 Military Duty Stations and Calls of Duty. So what are the top military duty stations and calls of duty, according to those who truly know? Vote now..


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Top Defense Blogs 2011

IDGA is proud to announce the winners of the Top Defense Blogs 2011. Last year we surveyed our members on who they routinely looked to for the latest defense, military and government commentary in the US and around the world. Here are the winners...


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What's Next in the Cloud?

Dennis Wisnosky, Chief Technical Officer and Chief Architect for the DoD Business Mission Area, discusses the design, development and modification of federated architectures, and recent advances in Cloud Computing.

The Challenges of Urban Joint Search & Rescue

What's the most important step that could be taken to improve Joint Search and Rescue Operations?

Next Generation Cognitive Radar Taking the Leap into Genuine Intelligence

While all adaptive radars incorporate a basic “learning” capability, that component in these types of systems is mechanical in nature--in other words, not very intelligent. Cognitive radar, on the other hand, is a different story.

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Oceanic Security: Mapping Global Warships Infograph
Posted: 2/6/2012

Oceanic Security: Mapping Global Warships Infograph -

This insightful infographic highlights the most important surface warfare ships and their strategic global locations along with Surface Warfare Summit speakers and their keynote sessions relating to these ships.... Full Whitepaper »
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Tim Leising, Acting Chief Engineer, on CERDEC’s Latest Initiatives in Cognitive Radio Communication

Contributor: Christopher Dauer
Posted: 2/6/2012

Tim Leising, Acting Chief Engineer, on CERDEC’s Latest Initiatives in Cognitive Radio Communication - Christopher Dauer

While efforts at developing and refining cognitive radio have been undertaken within multiple locations, the Army’s initiatives in this area has been driven by the Communications-Electronics Research, Development adn Engineering Center (CERDEC). Tim Leising, the Acting Chief Engineer for CERDEC, oversees the broad range of initiatives there focusing on cognitive radio. Full Article »

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SOCAFRICA and the future of Special Forces: IDGA exclusive with Colonel Richard Samuels

Contributor: IDGA Staff
Posted: 1/11/2012

SOCAFRICA and the future of Special Forces: IDGA exclusive with Colonel Richard Samuels

Without good security, good governance and economic prosperity are difficult to achieve. In this IDGA exclusive interview, Colonel Richard Samuels, USAF Deputy Commander SOCAFRICA, US AFRICOM, examines the role and current priorities within SOCAFRICA. As troops are withdrawn from Afghanistan (Operation Enduring Freedom) there is a greater demand on special operations forces. This interview explores the various issues this creates, current problems in the region, and what is being done to meet the most pressing challenges. Full Video »

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The National Defense University and Cloud Computing

Contributor: Christopher Dauer
Posted: 1/16/2012

The National Defense University and Cloud Computing

IDGA’s Defense Insider features COL Joseph Adams, Chief Information Officer for the National Defense University. COL Adams talks about Cloud Computing initiatives at NDU, how Cloud Computing can facilitate increased collaboration, partnering efforts for emerging Cloud applications, and potential future developments in the Cloud. Full Podcast »

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The Institute for Defense & Government Advancement (IDGA) is a non-partisan information based organization dedicated to the promotion of innovative ideas in public service and defense. We bring together speaker panels comprised of military and government professionals while attracting delegates with decision-making power from military, government and defense industries.

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