Part of the United States Department of Commerce, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) was founded in 1901. NIST physical science laboratories promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness through the advancement of measurement science, standards, and technology.

NIST’s core competencies include:

• Measurement science
• Rigorous traceability
• Development and use of standards

NIST measurements support a wide variety of industries. NIST develops standards, tools, and instruments, publishes research and data, and hosts events including workshops, seminars, and conferences.

Resources

Educational Resources - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Research Library - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Standards & Measurements - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Baldrige Performance Excellence Program - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Office of Advanced Manufacturing (OAM) - National Institute of Standards and Technology

Special Programs Office (SPO) -National Institute of Standards and Technology

Technology Partnerships Office (TPO) - National Institute of Standards and Technology