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Taking Measure

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'Cybersecuring' the Internet of Things

I recently had the chance to talk with the legendary Vint Cerf , one of the founding fathers of the internet. We had a wide-ranging discussion about the past

More Power to You, Wonder Woman!

First, let me say that I’m totally energized by the good press my dear acquaintance Wonder Woman has been receiving lately. It’s absolutely electrifying to see

Chemical Detective Hot on the Vapor Trail

Today in Taking Measure we asked Presidential Early Career Awards for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE) recipient Tara Lovestead a few questions about her life

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Taking Measure is the official blog of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

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