Homeland Security Award Recognizes Columbus Scholar Dr. Michael Sossong’s Innovations in “Cutting Edge” Nuclear Detection Technology

SAN DIEGO, CA – October 11, 2011 –Dr. Michael Sossong, Director of Nuclear Research at Decision Sciences International Corporation (Decision Sciences), has been selected for the 2011 Christopher Columbus Homeland Security Award. The Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation and AgustaWestland selected Dr. Sossong for his pioneering work in the field of Muon Tomography.

Dr. Sossong has revolutionized the state of the art for passive nuclear threat detection using cosmic ray muon tomography (MT). He has led the development of Decision Sciences’ Multi-Mode Passive Detection System (MMPDS), a commercial multi-mode passive detection system that facilitates the flow of commerce by rapidly and accurately identifying nuclear and radiological threats in shipping containers and vehicles of all types, without compromising the safety of cargo, passengers or inspection personnel. Under Dr. Sossong the MMPDS has evolved from its laboratory origins into a robust, deployable commercial system.

Muon tomography is the only technology available that can accomplish the original U.S. congressional mandate of 100% screening of cargo for nuclear materials. Given its effectiveness, scalability and passive nature, the technology is also appropriate for scanning occupied passenger vehicles, private aircraft, trains, air-cargo containers, and more.

“Dr. Sossong is a leader who has worked diligently to provide a real world solution to the Nation's nuclear detection problem.” said Honorable Jay M. Cohen, Rear Admiral, USN (Ret). “Dr. Sossong and his incredible, game-changing work on Muon Tomography…is without peer in preserving and protecting our security!”

Decision Sciences is expanding the detection capabilities of the system to include non-nuclear contraband such as explosives, drugs, and other smuggled materials. These advancements show great promise for vastly improving the nation’s security while reducing the risks associated with radiation prevalent in today’s systems.

“True innovation is never easy. It takes persistence and drive to push against long-held beliefs, strength to engage during times of uncertainty, and endurance to champion an unpopular idea. I am honored to be a recipient of the Christopher Columbus Award and appreciate the recognition it provides for the hard-fought progress we’ve made on a truly innovative, game-changing technology that will make us all safer.” Dr. Michael Sossong

Decision Sciences improves the safety and effectiveness of ports, borders and cargo around the globe. To learn more about our counterterrorism and security solutions, visit us at www.decisionsciencescorp.com.

SAN DIEGO, CA—August 22, 2011—Decision Sciences International Corporation (Decision Sciences) announced today the appointment of Dr. Stanton D. Sloane as its President and Chief Executive Officer.

“We are extremely pleased that we were able to attract an industry veteran like Dr. Sloane to lead Decision Sciences into full commercialization and an international rollout of our advanced security and detection technology, specifically the Multi-Mode Passive Detection System (MMPDS),” said Decision Sciences’ Chairman Dr. Gene Ray.

Dr. Sloane is the former President and CEO of SRA International, a $1.8 billion NYSE-listed information solutions company that was sold last month to a Private Equity Firm. During his four-year leadership, SRA grew significantly.
Prior to joining SRA International in 2007, Dr. Sloane led Lockheed Martin’s Integrated Systems and Solutions, a $5 billion systems integration unit that supported the U.S. Department of Defense and other national security customers. Earlier, he was President of Lockheed Martin’s Management/Data Systems, where he initiated and consummated several strategic acquisitions. After serving in the United States Navy, Dr. Sloane began his career with General Electric (GE), holding several international business development roles for GE Aerospace, a unit that was subsequently acquired by Martin Marietta and later merged with Lockheed Martin, further reflecting Dr. Sloane’s substantial, experience in business development, operations and manufacturing.

Decision Sciences Board Member, and the company’s lead investor, Stuart J. Rabin said: “…with nearly three decades of front-line experience in the national security industry, Dr. Sloane brings leadership and a wealth of experience in effectively and successfully launching and building domestic and international corporate operations, which is exactly what Decision Sciences needs at its present stage of development.”

Robert Whalen — who has led Decision Sciences from a technology startup to a fully developed pre-production company — will continue his role of developing MMPDS, as well as other disruptive technologies, as the President and CEO of the Decision Sciences Development Corporation business unit. Bob Whalen stated: "Decision Sciences is the innovator of the Multi-Mode Passive Detection System, a proven and revolutionary security technology that swiftly, effectively and automatically detects, locates and classifies suspicious anomalies - such as potential dirty bombs - that may be hidden within land, sea, or air cargo.  Dr. Sloane's proven know-how in national security, transportation systems and manufacturing is a perfect fit for moving our remarkable technology into the international markets and successful full-scale production.”

Decision Sciences International Corporation, a privately held company based in Poway, California, provides advanced security and detection systems to protect the global community from the threat of terrorism and the smuggling of illicit materials. The centerpiece of its technology is the Multi-Mode Passive Detection System, a passive scanning system that uses proprietary, environmentally-friendly, muon tomography to rapidly detect, locate and classify nuclear and other threats and suspicious cargo anomalies without slowing the flow of commerce or increasing manpower requirements.

THE HONORABLE JAY M. COHEN, MR. ERIC WOMBLE, and DR. LAWRENCE DELANEY JOIN DECISION SCIENCES’ BOARD OF DIRECTORS

San Diego, CA - September 22, 2009 – In order to accelerate growth and leverage the technological advances of their homeland security products, Decision Sciences International Corporation (Decision Sciences) has added the Hon. Jay M. Cohen, former Undersecretary for Science and Technology for the Department of Homeland Security; Mr. Eric Womble, Vice President of the Advanced Capabilities Group for Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding; and Dr. Lawrence Delaney, former Acting Secretary of the Air Force, to the Decision Sciences’ Board of Directors.

“Our three new board members bring extensive front line homeland security, government and industry experience to Decision Sciences. We are incredibly fortunate to have the expertise of these talented leaders on our board,” said Robert Whalen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Decision Sciences.

“I look forward to working with Decision Sciences’ board members to help shape the direction of the company as it continues to tackle the nation’s biggest homeland security challenges and opportunities,” said Mr. Womble.

"Decision Sciences is developing tools that can prevent the entry of shielded nuclear materials into the U.S. Our products have the potential to save lives,” Whalen said. “A high-quality board of directors is a key strategic priority for Decision Sciences and these men are ideal choices. I couldn’t be more pleased to have their assistance. Their familiarity with the sector and technology will be extremely valuable for all of Decision Sciences’ stakeholders.”

“Decision Sciences is developing innovative security products urgently needed throughout the world,” said Admiral Cohen. “I am honored to be involved in bringing this solution to the market.”

Decision Sciences’ Chairman of the Board is Dr. Gene W. Ray, former CEO of the Titan Corporation. Also serving on the board is Dr. Christopher Lehman, former Director of the Office of Strategic Nuclear Policy at the Department of State and founder of Commonwealth Consulting.

Hon. Jay M. Cohen Biography

Hon. Cohen joins Decision Sciences after a 38-year career with the U.S. Navy and, most recently, the Department of Homeland Security. Following his retirement from the Navy in 2006 with the rank of Rear Admiral, he was unanimously confirmed by the Senate and sworn in as Undersecretary for Science and Technology for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS S&T). In two short years Hon. Cohen transformed DHS S&T. Hon. Cohen’s leadership and the people and programs he put in place are a success story that is captured in Hill testimony, press articles, international partnerships, and a National Geographic TV special “Hi-Tech War on Terror” documenting the high-risk/high-gain innovation portfolio Hon. Cohen put in place to make the nation safer.

Prior to his role with DHS, Hon. Cohen held positions of increasing responsibility with the U.S. Navy. In 2000, he became the 20^th Chief of Naval Research. He was the longest serving CNR, serving for nearly six years during Operation Iraqi Freedom as the Department of the Navy’s Chief Technology Officer, reporting directly to the Secretary of the Navy, the Chief of Naval Operations, and the Commandant of the Marine Corps. He was responsible for the $2B+/year Navy and Marine Corps Science and Technology (S&T) Program and coordinated investments with other U.S. and international S&T providers to rapidly meet war fighter combat needs. From 1999 to 2000, he acted as Director of the Navy Y2K Project, the organization responsible for transitioning all Navy computer systems into the 21^st century. He was promoted to the rank of Rear Admiral following four years as Deputy Chief of Navy Legislative Affairs. His first Flag officer assignment was as Deputy Director for Operations for the Joint Staff, responsible to the President and Department of Defense leaders for strategic weapons release authority. His earlier Navy assignments included service on conventional and nuclear submarines.

Hon. Cohen holds a Master of Science in Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a joint Ocean Engineering degree from MIT and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution. He was commissioned into the Navy in 1968 upon graduation from the United States Naval Academy.

Mr. Thurston Eric Womble Biography

Eric Womble joined Northrop Grumman in 2002 and currently serves as Vice President of the Advanced Capabilities Group for Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding. He leads the research, strategic planning, technology and new business development efforts for the shipbuilding sector which has $6 billion in annual sales. Previously he served as Vice President for Large Deck Amphibious Ship Programs and as Vice President, Programs in Washington, D.C. where he was responsible for business and strategic development with the Executive Branch of the U.S. government and international customers.

Mr. Womble has over 23 years of experience serving in the Executive and Legislative Branches of the United States federal government. He became the Military Legislative Assistant for Senator Trent Lott, Mississippi (R), in 1995, and concurrently assumed the duties of National Security Advisor for the Senate Majority Leader in April 1997.

Mr. Womble was designated a Naval Flight Officer in 1980. He was selected for the Joint Chiefs of Staff Intern Program in Washington, D.C. and was then assigned to the Program Resource Appraisal Division in the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OP‑81). Concurrently, he earned an MBA from Marymount College of Virginia and served as a White House Social Aide for President Ronald Reagan. Eric Womble was born in Bethesda, Maryland and holds an undergraduate degree from the United States Naval Academy.

Dr. Lawrence Delaney Biography

Dr. Delaney, former Acting Secretary of the Air Force, is a senior executive specializing in space and missile systems, information systems, propulsion systems and environmental technology. He retired from his position as Vice President of Special Programs at L-3 Communications in 2005. He previously served as Executive Vice President of Operations and President and CEO of the Advanced Systems Development Sector of the Titan Corporation. Dr. Delaney was Chairman of the Board, CEO and President of Areté Associates from 2001-2003. He was Assistant Secretary of the Air Force (Acquisition) and Chief Information Officer from May 1999 to January 2001. Dr. Delaney held the position of Acting Secretary of the Air Force from January 20, 2001 until June 1, 2001.

Dr. Delaney received the Outstanding Civilian Service Medal for his work on the Army Science Board (1981-1988). In 2001, he was awarded the Secretary of Defense Medal for Outstanding Public Service and the Department of the Air Force Decoration for Exceptional Civilian Service. He has authored numerous articles in research and engineering journals. He recently served as Chairman of the National Academies (NAS) Air Force Studies Board and currently serves as a member of the NAS Special Operations Command (SOCOM) Acquisition Committee, and as Vice Chairman of the Army Science Board. Dr. Delaney chairs the NAS SOCOM study on Universal RF Systems. Dr. Delaney is a member of the Board of Trustees of Clarkson University. He currently serves as Chairman and Board Member on several high technology companies. He received his Doctor of Philosophy in Chemical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania and both his Bachelor and Master degrees in Chemical Engineering from Clarkson University.

Decision Sciences

Decision Sciences is a privately-held company providing advanced security and detection systems to protect the global community from the threat of nuclear terrorism. The centerpiece of our effort is the MT Scanner™, a passive scanning system that uses proprietary muon tomography technology to accurately detect bare, shielded and masked nuclear threats. The MT Scanner is designed to improve the safety and effectiveness of cargo and vehicle scanning operations around the globe.

www.decisionsciencescorp.com