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Information Technology
NIST strengthens trust in information technology and metrology—the foundations that underpin the digital economy— through resilient cybersecurity, privacy protection, interoperability, and usability. We carry out fundamental and applied research, develop measurement standards, and create evaluation tools to accurately assess the capabilities and limitations of critical technologies—so that systems, organizations, and users can depend on them with greater confidence.
News and Updates
NIST Allocates Over $3 Million to Small Businesses Advancing AI, Biotechnology, Semiconductors, Quantum and More
NIST Launches Centers for AI in Manufacturing and Critical Infrastructure
Apply on USAJobs: Open CAISI Position for an AI Research Scientist
Blog Posts
Taking Measure Celebrates 10 Years of Science and Stories
AI in the Doctor’s Office: How Standards Can Support Trustworthiness
Tap for ID: Your Next Driver’s License Might Also Live on Your Phone
Explainers
How Do I Create a Good Password?
Quantum Computing Explained
