FBI Science and Technology Branch
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The Science and Technology Branch (STB) is a service within the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) that comprises three separate divisions and three program offices. The goal when it was founded in July 2006 was to centralize the leadership and management of the three divisions. The mission of the STB is discover, develop, and deliver innovative science and technology so that intelligence and innovative investigation is enhanced.
Leadership
The Science and Technology branch is currently overseen by Darrin E. Jones, who is the executive assistant director. Within the Science and Technology Branch there are three divisions. The first is the Criminal Justice Information Services Division, which is run by Douglas Lindquist. The second division is the Laboratory Division which is overseen by G. Clayton Grigg. Lastly, the Operational Technology Division is overseen by Brian K. Brooks. The Science and Technology Branch also has a workforce of over 6,200 employees: Special Agents, Forensic Scientists, Intelligence Analysts, and Professional Support Personnel.
History
The Science and Technology Branch was founded by former FBI director Robert Mueller in July 2006.
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