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Race Logic: Novel Circuitry Solves a Myriad of Computationally Intensive Problems With a Minimum of Energy

May 11, 2021

From the branching pattern of leaf veins to the variety of interconnected pathways that spread the coronavirus, nature thrives on networks — grids that link the

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Spotlight: Patent Paralegal Dana Bowins Propelling NIST Research Into the Market

May 10, 2021

Taking the latest invention out of our laboratories and into the marketplace isn’t a simple jaunt from point A to point B. NIST lead patent paralegal Dana

NIST Requests Public Comments on Several Existing Cryptography Standards and Special Publications

May 10, 2021

NIST is in the process of a periodic review and maintenance of its cryptography standards and NIST Special Publications. A description of the review process is

NIST Releases Draft of NIST SP 800-161, Revision 1 for comment, Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management Practices for Systems and Organizations.

May 10, 2021

More than ever, organizations are concerned about the risks associated with products and services that may contain potentially malicious functionality, are

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NIST Team Directs and Measures Quantum Drum Duet

May 6, 2021

Like conductors of a spooky symphony, researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have “entangled” two small mechanical drums and

Second Draft of “Securing Telehealth Remote Patient Monitoring Ecosystem” (SP 1800-30) is Available for Comment

May 6, 2021

NIST's National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) has released the second draft of NIST Special Publication (SP) 1800-30, Securing Telehealth Remote

May 6, 2021, Update on the Status of the NCNR

May 6, 2021

Preliminary results of an ongoing internal analysis by the National Institute of Standards of Technology (NIST) indicate that inadequacies in training and

4 Cutting-Edge Research Sessions at PSCR 2021

May 5, 2021

Since 2010, NIST’s Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) division has annually convened stakeholders across public safety, industry, and academia to

NIST MEP Hosts Virtual Workshop for Tab Wilkins Emerging MEP Leaders

May 4, 2021

On April 20-22, NIST MEP Network Learning and Strategic Competitions Division hosted three virtual half-day sessions for the Tab Wilkins Emerging MEP Leaders

A Recap of the Federal Labs Consortium’s National Meeting

May 4, 2021

The Technology Partnerships Office (TPO) recently attended the Federal Labs Consortium’s (FLC) annual, national meeting, which was virtual this year. The FLC

Made In Illinois: A Modern Playbook for Manufacturers To Compete and Win book

IMEC Releases New Book, Made In Illinois — Experts Share Insights To Help Companies Be Strong, Successful Global Competitors

May 4, 2021

The Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) announced a new book which is described as a guide and valuable resource to help manufacturing companies

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Spotlight: A Giant Leap for Magnifying Materials With Neutron Beams

May 2, 2021

From the stars to the Lilliputian — a new camera lens using the power of reflection has the potential to transform neutron imaging. Wolter optics, named after

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PSCR Awards $8M for First Responder 3D Indoor Tracking Prize

April 30, 2021

NIST’s Public Safety Communications Research (PSCR) Division has awarded $8 million to the Crisis Technologies Innovation Lab at Indiana University’s (IU)

Implementing the HIPAA Security Rule: Call for Comments on SP 800-66, Revision 1

April 29, 2021

NIST is planning to update NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-66, Revision 1, An Introductory Resource Guide for Implementing the Health Insurance Portability

Comments Sought on Updates to Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management Practices for Systems and Organizations (Draft NIST SP 800-161, Revision 1)

April 29, 2021

More than ever, organizations are concerned about the risks associated with products and services that may contain potentially malicious functionality, are

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Measuring the Moon’s Nano Dust Is No Small Matter

April 28, 2021

Like a chameleon of the night sky, the Moon often changes its appearance. It might look larger, brighter or redder, for example, due to its phases, its position

Challenges with Adopting Post-Quantum Cryptographic Algorithms: Final Version of Cybersecurity White Paper Published

April 28, 2021

The National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) has released the final version of the NIST Cybersecurity White Paper, Getting Ready for Post-Quantum

Identifying Individual Molecules: NIST Study Suggests How to Build a Better ‘Nanopore’ Biosensor

April 27, 2021

Researchers have spent more than three decades developing and studying miniature biosensors that can identify single molecules. In five to 10 years, when such

New Data and Resources on Careers Released on CyberSeek™

April 27, 2021

Unveiled today at the Federal Cybersecurity Workforce Summit, CyberSeek™ has expanded and updated its resources in its ongoing effort to close the cybersecurity

Assessing Enhanced Security Requirements for Controlled Unclassified Information: Draft NIST SP 800-172A Available for Comment

April 27, 2021

The protection of controlled unclassified information (CUI) in nonfederal systems and organizations—especially CUI associated with a critical program or high

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Office of the Director

News and Updates

Race Logic: Novel Circuitry Solves a Myriad of Computationally Intensive Problems With a Minimum of Energy

Spotlight: Patent Paralegal Dana Bowins Propelling NIST Research Into the Market

NIST Requests Public Comments on Several Existing Cryptography Standards and Special Publications

NIST Releases Draft of NIST SP 800-161, Revision 1 for comment, Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management Practices for Systems and Organizations.

NIST Team Directs and Measures Quantum Drum Duet

Second Draft of “Securing Telehealth Remote Patient Monitoring Ecosystem” (SP 1800-30) is Available for Comment

May 6, 2021, Update on the Status of the NCNR

4 Cutting-Edge Research Sessions at PSCR 2021

NIST MEP Hosts Virtual Workshop for Tab Wilkins Emerging MEP Leaders

A Recap of the Federal Labs Consortium’s National Meeting

IMEC Releases New Book, Made In Illinois — Experts Share Insights To Help Companies Be Strong, Successful Global Competitors

Spotlight: A Giant Leap for Magnifying Materials With Neutron Beams

PSCR Awards $8M for First Responder 3D Indoor Tracking Prize

Implementing the HIPAA Security Rule: Call for Comments on SP 800-66, Revision 1

Comments Sought on Updates to Cyber Supply Chain Risk Management Practices for Systems and Organizations (Draft NIST SP 800-161, Revision 1)

Measuring the Moon’s Nano Dust Is No Small Matter

Challenges with Adopting Post-Quantum Cryptographic Algorithms: Final Version of Cybersecurity White Paper Published

Identifying Individual Molecules: NIST Study Suggests How to Build a Better ‘Nanopore’ Biosensor

New Data and Resources on Careers Released on CyberSeek™

Assessing Enhanced Security Requirements for Controlled Unclassified Information: Draft NIST SP 800-172A Available for Comment

NIST Joins NSF-Led Partnership to Support Next-Generation Communications Technology

NIST Releases Measurement Tool for Emerging BGP Security Technologies

Spotlight: Getting Familiar With the Lifespan of 3D-Printed Parts

Paul Lucy Appointed as Center Director for Impact Dakota

Spotlight: Thermal Detectors Among the Stars to Study the Earth’s Climate

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