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RNSA Publications

RNSA publications are those produced by the Research Network for a Secure Australia since its establishment in mid 2004 as an organization. Since then RNSA has organized various events/activities and facilitated a knowledge-sharing network for research organisations, government and the private sector to develop research tools and methods to mitigate emerging safety and security issues relating to critical infrastructure.
 

 Some of the major publications that RNSA has produced since 2004 are enlisted below.

Australian Developers and Distributors of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosive (CBRNE) Sensors
Publication date: November 2006
Pages: 19
Cost: Free
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Description: This publication identifies Australian researchers, manufacturers and distributors of CBRNE sensors. The aim of this publication is to aid individuals and organisations in the identification of potential partners for collaboration or systems for procurement.

While there are only a few research and development organisations in Australia specialising in CBRNE sensors, those that are have the potential to be world leaders or are already have this reputation.

 

Recent advances in security technology
Publication date: September 2006
Pages: 439
Cost: Hard copy (postage and handling included): $47.30 PDF copy: $30.00
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Description: The 2006 RNSA Security Technology Conference, held in September 2006, was the second organized by RNSA to identify the valuable contribution that science, engineering and technology can make to enhance the nation’s security. The conference showcased cutting edge research and accomplishments.

This volume contains the refereed papers from the Conference.
 

The Social Implications of Information Security Measures on Citizens and Business
Publication date: May 2006
Pages: 262
Cost: Hard copy (postage and handling included): $45 PDF copy: $0.00.
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Description: This multidisciplinary publication presents the current and potential status of information security measures, considers their implications on citizens and business, and identifies their impact on legislation and privacy at a local and global level.

Recent advances in counter-terrorism technology and infrastructure protection
Publication date: July 2005
Pages: 235
Cost: Hard copy (postage and handling included): $37.30 PDF copy: $30.00.
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Description: This book contains the proceedings of the 2005 Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) Summit. The Summit showcased cutting edge research and accomplishments in SET. The proceedings contained the refereed papers from the Summit.