National Institute of Standards and Technology
The U.S. national metrology institute that develops measurement science, reference materials, test methods, standards and calibration services across physical sciences, engineering, cybersecurity, bioscience, and infrastructure. Activities include development of measurement tools and benchmarks, production and distribution of standard reference materials and databases, operation of calibration and testbed facilities, and coordination of standards and evaluation frameworks to support industry, government, and research.
Industries
Nr. of Employees
Very Large (1000+)
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Patents
Gradient elution moving boundary electrophoresis for use with complex samples and detection of toxins
US-11479804-B1
View DetailsGradient elution isotachophoretic apparatus for separating, purifying, concentrating, quantifying, and/or extracting charged analytes and methods thereof
US-10067088-B2
View DetailsSingle molecule filter and single molecule electrograph, and process for making and using same
US-10067118-B2
View Details
Gradient elution moving boundary electrophoresis for use with complex samples and detection of toxins
US-11479804-B1
View DetailsGradient elution isotachophoretic apparatus for separating, purifying, concentrating, quantifying, and/or extracting charged analytes and methods thereof
US-10067088-B2
View DetailsSingle molecule filter and single molecule electrograph, and process for making and using same
US-10067118-B2
View DetailsProducts
Mass spectral library and analytical reference databases
Curated spectral and analytical databases used for compound identification and analytical method support.
Standard Reference Materials (SRMs) and research-grade biological materials
Certified reference materials for DNA, RNA, proteins, microbiome matrices and other materials used for calibration, QA/QC and method validation.
Imaging phantoms and clinical imaging calibration products
Physical phantoms and associated measurement protocols for calibrating MRI and other imaging modalities to support clinical imaging QA.
Microbiome reference material
Reference material developed to support gut microbiome research and method harmonization for microbiome measurement.
Mass spectral library and analytical reference databases
Curated spectral and analytical databases used for compound identification and analytical method support.
Standard Reference Materials (SRMs) and research-grade biological materials
Certified reference materials for DNA, RNA, proteins, microbiome matrices and other materials used for calibration, QA/QC and method validation.
Imaging phantoms and clinical imaging calibration products
Physical phantoms and associated measurement protocols for calibrating MRI and other imaging modalities to support clinical imaging QA.
Microbiome reference material
Reference material developed to support gut microbiome research and method harmonization for microbiome measurement.
Services
Laboratory-based calibration, instrument characterization and measurement services to establish traceability and reduce measurement uncertainty.
Provision and distribution of certified reference materials (SRMs) and curated reference databases for analytical, forensic and clinical applications.
Development and dissemination of evaluation frameworks, benchmarks, guidance documents and public testbeds for AI, data tools and cybersecurity practices.
Development and provision of research-grade biological test materials and associated measurement guidance to calibrate and validate diagnostic assays and lab methods.
Testing and measurement services for PPE performance and decontamination validation, and development of standards/testing approaches for vaccine refrigeration and cold storage.
Laboratory-based calibration, instrument characterization and measurement services to establish traceability and reduce measurement uncertainty.
Provision and distribution of certified reference materials (SRMs) and curated reference databases for analytical, forensic and clinical applications.
Development and dissemination of evaluation frameworks, benchmarks, guidance documents and public testbeds for AI, data tools and cybersecurity practices.
Development and provision of research-grade biological test materials and associated measurement guidance to calibrate and validate diagnostic assays and lab methods.
Testing and measurement services for PPE performance and decontamination validation, and development of standards/testing approaches for vaccine refrigeration and cold storage.
Expertise Areas
- National metrology and measurement infrastructure
- Standards and documentary standards development
- Reference materials for biological and chemical testing
- AI and machine-learning evaluation and benchmarking
Key Technologies
- Mass spectrometry and curated spectral libraries
- Atomic clocks and time/frequency standards
- Neutron scattering and radiation-based imaging
- Automated biofoundry workflows
News & Updates
Announcement of a reference material intended to support gut microbiome research and improve comparability of microbiome measurements.
Summary of a NIST researcher presenting on measurement and standards topics at an international healthcare innovation forum.
Release of a standard intended to improve dosage delivery accuracy for radiopharmaceuticals and related therapies.
Blog post explaining how measurement and calibration practices improve clinical outcomes for cancer patients.
Announcement of a reference material intended to support gut microbiome research and improve comparability of microbiome measurements.
Summary of a NIST researcher presenting on measurement and standards topics at an international healthcare innovation forum.
Release of a standard intended to improve dosage delivery accuracy for radiopharmaceuticals and related therapies.
Blog post explaining how measurement and calibration practices improve clinical outcomes for cancer patients.