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Associate Director for Laboratory Programs

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NIST Study Probes the Damaging Effects of Radiation on Qubits

November 19, 2024

Qubits, the fundamental unit of quantum information, form the building blocks of quantum computers. Because qubits are not limited to the two states, “0” and “1

Unlocking Cybersecurity Talent: The Power of Apprenticeships

November 18, 2024

By: Marian Merritt Cybersecurity is a fast-growing field, with a constant need for skilled professionals. But unlike other professions — like medicine or

Melissa Midzor Named Director of NIST’s Communications Technology Laboratory

November 18, 2024

The lab focuses on advancing communications technology through research and development in core network technologies, next-generation wireless systems, public

NIST Requests Public Comments on SP 800-102, Recommendation for Digital Signature Timeliness

November 15, 2024

NIST maintains its cryptography standards and guidelines using a periodic review process. NIST requests public comments on all aspects of NIST Special

Guidelines for Derived PIV Credentials and PIV Federation: SP 800-157r1 and SP 800-217 Available for Public Comment

November 14, 2024

The final public drafts (fpd) of NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-157r1 (Revision 1), Guidelines for Derived Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credentials

AI Can ‘Hear’ When a Lithium Battery Is About to Catch Fire

November 14, 2024

NIST researchers have trained AI to detect the telltale sound even in noisy environments.

NIST Invites Comments on Enhanced Security Requirements for Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information

November 13, 2024

(1/8/25) The public comment period has been extended through January 17, 2025.

NIST Releases IR 8517, Hardware Security Failure Scenarios: Potential Weaknesses in Hardware Design

November 13, 2024

NIST Internal Report (IR) 8517, Hardware Security Failure Scenarios: Potential Weaknesses in Hardware Design, has now been finalized. Hardware is often assumed

The Future is Open: What is Open RAN and How NIST is Helping

November 13, 2024

The future of your mobile network is faster, more cost effective, more intelligent, and more secure—one that breaks free from the limitations of the existing

Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards | Draft NIST IR 8547 is Available for Comment

November 12, 2024

The initial public draft of NIST Internal Report (IR) 8547, Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography Standards , is now available for public comment. This report

Side-by-side photos show a buoy with attached scientific devices on the deck of a ship and then floating in the ocean.

Spotlight: NIST Dives In to Help Measure Ocean Color

November 8, 2024

Thanks to a collaboration between NASA and NIST, a new ocean color sensor buoy has been deployed off the western coast of Australia.

Ascon-Based Lightweight Cryptography Standards for Constrained Devices | NIST Invites Public Comments on SP 800-232

November 8, 2024

The initial public draft of Special Publication (SP) 800-232, Ascon-Based Lightweight Cryptography Standards for Constrained Devices: Authenticated Encryption

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NIST & ASTM International Publish Report Highlighting Standards Needs for Circular Textiles

November 8, 2024

103.5 pounds (47 kilograms) – that’s the average amount of textile waste each American produced in 2018. Things like clothing, footwear, sheets, towels, and

NCCoE Released NIST CSWP 36C, Reallocation of Temporary Identities - Applying 5G Cybersecurity and Privacy Capabilities White Paper Series for Public Comment

November 7, 2024

5G technology for broadband cellular networks will significantly improve how humans and machines communicate, operate, and interact in the physical and virtual

Comment Now! NIST Cybersecurity White Paper: Mitigating Cybersecurity and Privacy Risks in Telehealth Smart Home Integration

November 7, 2024

(12/31/24) The comment period has been extended to January 21, 2025.

Deadline One Week Away: Provide Your Comments on Proposed NICE Framework Updates

November 6, 2024

NICE FRAMEWORK PROPOSED UPDATES: SUBMIT COMMENTS BY NOVEMBER 14 The NICE Program Office of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is pleased

A Better Balance for Tiny Liquid Masses

November 5, 2024

Scientists from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) are developing a mass balance to measure miniscule amounts of liquid with much higher

NIST Leader Provides Insights on Connected Technologies for Smart Infrastructures at Imagine Nation Executive Leadership Conference 2024

November 1, 2024

On October 28, 2024, NIST Leader Dr. David Wollman, Deputy Division Chief of NIST’s Smart Connected Systems Division, participated in an invited panel session

NIST Hosts Annual Meeting for the Technical Language Processing Community of Interest

November 1, 2024

On 24-25 September 2024, NIST hosted the annual meeting for the Technical Language Processing Community of Interest (TLP COI) . This year’s meeting centered on

NIST Engineers Support Vendor Implementations of STEP to Evolve Digital Manufacturing

November 1, 2024

In September 2024, NIST Engineers Rosemary Astheimer and Allison Barnard Feeney participated in meetings held by the MBx Interoperability Forum - a

NIST Engineer Presents at Women in Manufacturing Summit

November 1, 2024

In October 2024, NIST Researcher Rosemary Astheimer presented at the 2024 Women in Manufacturing Summit in Boston, Massachusetts. The Summit, attended by over 2

NIST Research Leader Featured at IECON 2024 Industry Forum

November 1, 2024

At the 50 th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society ( IECON 2024 ) in Chicago, Illinois, Dr. Richard (Rick) Candell, Principal

NIST Researchers Give Presentation on High-reliability Industrial Wireless Communications at IECON 2024

November 1, 2024

At the 50 th Annual Conference of the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society ( IECON 2024 ), Dr. Richard (Rick) Candell presented a collaborative effort between

NIST Industrial Wireless Team Supports Kick-off of the ASTM F45.04 Task Group on Mitigation of Interference in Wireless Communication Systems

November 1, 2024

NIST Industrial Wireless Systems Research Lead Dr. Richard (Rick) Candell participated in the kick-off meeting for the ASTM F45.04 System Communication and

NEW | NIST Releases Errata Update for Cybersecurity Supply Chain Risk Management Guidance

November 1, 2024

NIST has released an errata update to its foundational publication on managing cybersecurity risks in supply chains. Special Publication (SP) 800-161r1

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