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Digital PCR

Ongoing
Digital PCR (dPCR) is a method used to quantify nucleic acids (DNA, RNA, cDNA). At NIST we are using microfluidic and emulsion-based dPCR platforms for

FAQs - Genome in a Bottle

Ongoing
Frequently Asked Questions about the Genome in a Bottle Consortium , NIST's human genome reference materials, and data resources

Flow Cytometry Lab

Ongoing
Our experienced staff leverage the latest cytometry technologies to develop innovative flow cytometry measurement solutions, standards, and reference materials

Genome in a Bottle

Ongoing
Consortium hosted by NIST dedicated to authoritative characterization of benchmark human genomes. Sign up for General GIAB and Analysis Team email lists

Human Gut Microbiome Reference Material

Ongoing
To identify new biomarkers that may serve as disease indicators and to understand biologically relevant properties of the human gut microbiome, we need

Methods to Quantify Microbial Viability

Ongoing
Accurate measurement of microbial viability is crucial in infectious disease diagnosis and treatment; for development of microbial therapeutics, probiotics and

NIST/EDRN Cancer Biomarker Collaboration

Ongoing
NIST supports the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Early Detection Research Network (EDRN) as a Biomarker Reference Laboratory by efficiently validating the