Center for Advanced Preparedness and Threat Response Simulation (CAPTRS) Chief Game Designer Micael Sousa will share how EMCE games designed for disaster preparedness were experienced during a severe storm and prolonged blackout at Spiel Talks Educators’ Day 2026.
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“At Spiel Talks Educators’ Day 2026, CAPTRS Chief Game Designer Micael Sousa will share how living through a severe storm and prolonged blackout brought new meaning to the EMCE games he designed.”
— Center for Advanced Preparedness and Threat Response Simulation (CAPTRS) team
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Center for Advanced Preparedness and Threat Response Simulation (CAPTRS)
Harnessing the brightest minds, AI and simulation gaming to build robust defenses against future threats.
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- 14 employees
The Center for Advanced Preparedness and Threat Response Simulation (CAPTRS), is a non-profit organization that is transforming the science and practice of preparedness. CAPTRS was created in 2022 by Dr. Lauren Ancel Meyers, Phil Siegel and Molly Pieroni. The team at CAPTRS, which spans the sciences, healthcare, and AI, has built a portfolio of next-generation exercises that equips decision-makers to combat complex threats. CAPTRS partners with public health professionals, scientists, elected officials, and industry leaders to set new standards for preparedness and response across all stages of the decision cycle.