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Programs and Projects
Biophysics of Model Membranes

Synthetic cell membrane constructs allow the simplification and complete control of a more complicated cellular system, … more

Nanotube Metrology

The Nanotube Metrology project is dedicated to improving the measurement methods for, and fundamental understanding of, single-wall carbon … more

Biocompatibility of Photoluminescent Silicon Nanoparticles

Photoluminescent silicon nanoparticles have a bright and stable fluorescence and are promising candidates for use in bio-imaging, cell staining … more

Nanoparticle Characterization

The Analytical Chemistry Division is helping to support nanotechnology research being conducted throughout NIST by developing and applying methods … more

Nanoparticle Measurements and Standards for Biomedical Applications and Health

Our goal is to develop certified reference materials, standard test methods, measurements, and critical data for the physicochemical … more

Bioimaging

Our goal is to develop methods and materials for imaging-based characterization of molecular signatures that occur during cellular proliferation, … more

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