Industry Impacts

Health and Biological Systems Measurement

NIST’s research plays an essential role in health and bioscience innovations, including in precision medicine, engineering biology, medical imaging, regenerative medicine and our understanding of the microbiome and how it affects health. New and improved measurement capabilities advance our understanding of biology and provide the basis for industries to harness this information for future medical technologies.

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Accuracy of Genetic Testing Technologies

Benchmarks for Biologic Drugs

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Brain Mapping Technologies

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Breast Cancer Imaging

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Cancer Therapy Formulations

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Helmet Materials for Head Health

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Reliability of Cardiac Devices

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Reliable Vaccine Storage