How to Build Your NIST D.I.Y. Watt Balance National Institute of Standards and Technology 2015-08-26 | The NIST "D.I.Y." Watt Balance, made with LEGO (R) bricks, is a science project that teaches the principles used in the international kilogram redefinition effort. For more information, see nist.gov/si-redefinition/kilogram/nist-do-it-yourself-kibble-balance. For the journal paper with instructions for building your watt balance, see http://scitation.aip.org/content/aapt/journal/ajp/83/11/10.1119/1.4929898
Why Do We Use Atoms To Keep Time National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-10-15 | How do people around the world keep time together? They use atomic clocks. These remarkable devices tap into frequencies hidden in the hearts of atoms to produce astoundingly stable, accurate ticks of time – far better than any other kind of clock. This animation explains why we use atoms to keep time and how they keep us all on the beat. Want to know all about atomic clocks visit: nist.gov/atomic-clocks
Manufacturing Day: See Yourself In Manufacturing National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-10-04 | Manufacturing Day was started because the way manufacturing was marketed was wrong. The manufacturing of old is not the manufacturing of today and tomorrow. Whatever you are excited about, they need it in manufacturing. What's cool about manufacturing is there is something for everyone. The best way to see yourself in what the future can be is to go there and visit.
Is the Fare Fair? #taxi #taxiride #nist #testing #history #science #dc National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-09-23 | In the 1920's people really wondered how accurate taxi meters were. youtu.be/3JJgFUQEaaM Researchers from NIST took on the challenge, conducting extensive tests to address public concerns about fairness. After seven months of rigorous testing, they concluded... Curious to learn more? Watch the full story unfold. @NIST
Is the Fare Fair? - NISTory National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-09-23 | In the 1920's people really wondered how accurate taxi meters were. Researchers from NIST took on the challenge, conducting extensive tests to address public concerns about fairness. After seven months of rigorous testing, they concluded... Curious to learn more? Watch the full story unfold.
Smoke Alarm vs Bacon National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-09-18 | Have you ever had a smoke alarm go off while you're cooking? Nuisance alarms are more than just annoying, they're dangerous! People who have a nuisance alarm problem may deactivate the alarm, putting themselves in danger for a real fire. More Info: nist.gov/news-events/news/2024/09/new-smoke-alarms-are-better-detecting-fires-still-beep-bacon
Nanofabulous Cleanroom Gear #nist #science #measurement #cleanroom #nano #chips #lab National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-09-12 | Time to suit up in our nanofabulous cleanroom gear! Stylish (and essential!) personal protective equipment is needed for precise and sensitive measurements. Science never looked this cool!
Investigating the Champlain Tower South Collapse: NCST Insider - feat. Fahim Sadek National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-09-12 | Discover the latest insider view into the official investigation surrounding the Champlain Tower South building collapse in Surfside, Florida. Introducing Fahim Sadek, co-leader for the structural engineering project in the investigation.More Info: nist.gov/champlainExclusive access to the latest insights and motivations driving the investigation. Experts share their motivation, expertise, and approach to the work they do.
Heroes of American Manufacturing -Mid Star Lab National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-09-03 | Mid Star Lab is an 8a Certified, Native American Woman Owned manufacturer. This client of Kansas Manufacturing Solutions assesses and creates custom arch supports that provide a positive outcome to many individuals with foot challenges and prosthetics, including diabetics, children, athletes, elderly, veterans, and the American Indian community. Kansas Manufacturing Solutions was able to support Mid Star Lab with Continuous Improvement solutions and Executive Coaching and Leadership training that provided tremendous results.
Quantum Resistant Algorithms RELEASED! #quantum #quantumcomputers #encryption #nist #cybersecurity National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-08-14 | In 2015, NIST initiated the selection and standardization of quantum-resistant algorithms to counter potential threats from quantum computers. After assessing 82 algorithms from 25 countries, the top 15 were identified with global cryptographers' assistance. These were categorized into finalists and alternative algorithms, with draft standards expected in 2023. Cybersecurity experts are now encouraged to incorporate these new algorithms into their systems. nist.gov/news-events/news/2024/08/nist-releases-first-3-finalized-post-quantum-encryption-standards
The Journey Towards Quantum Resistant Algorithms - NISTs Initiative National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-08-13 | In 2015, NIST initiated the selection and standardization of quantum-resistant algorithms to counter potential threats from quantum computers. After assessing 82 algorithms from 25 countries, the top 15 were identified with global cryptographers' assistance. These were categorized into finalists and alternative algorithms, with draft standards expected in 2023. Cybersecurity experts are now encouraged to incorporate these new algorithms into their systems. nist.gov/news-events/news/2024/08/nist-releases-first-3-finalized-post-quantum-encryption-standards#nist #quantum #quantumcomputers #encryption
Can an electron ⚛ explain our existence? #bigbang#universe#atom#nist#antimatter#science#life#measure National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-08-07 | How did we get here? Nobel laureate Eric Cornell, along with his Ph.D. students Patricia Héctor Hernández and Sun Yool Park, takes us on a journey from the Big Bang to present-day research on an electron’s electric dipole moment (eEDM) to try and explain one of life’s biggest questions. More info: nist.gov/blogs/taking-measure/unlocking-our-worlds-earliest-secrets-one-tiny-electron-time
Can an Electron Explain the Origin of the Universe? National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-08-07 | How did we get here? Nobel laureate Eric Cornell, along with his Ph.D. students Patricia Héctor Hernández and Sun Yool Park, takes us on a journey from the Big Bang to present-day research on an electron's electric dipole moment (eEDM) to try and explain one of life's biggest questions. More info: nist.gov/blogs/taking-measure/unlocking-our-worlds-earliest-secrets-one-tiny-electron-time#science #atom #atomicstructure #astronomy #nobelwinners #jila
How the Roundest Object 🔘 Relates to the Kilogram #shorts#kilogram#science#NIST#measurement #round National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-07-22 | Like any unit of measurement📏, the kilogram 𐄷 needs to be the same for everyone, all the time. But different countries have their own ways of defining the kilogram (or “realizing,” as researchers call it). NIST researchers and their German counterparts are working on experiments to see how they can bridge the very tiny gap in the two countries’ measurement approaches.
Tornadoes 🌪️ #windstorms #tornado #preparedness #hurricane #joplin #windstorms National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-07-09 | Tornadoes are destructive, and not just because of high windspeed. The unique qualities of tornadic winds make them more likely to peel roofs off houses or kick debris missiles up into the air. In this clip, tornado expert Marc Levitan explains what makes tornadic wind so disastrously different. Measuring tornado severity is the first step in protecting people and buildings from tornadoes. Knowing how strong the next windstorm is likely to be helps engineers design buildings that can withstand it. The Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale rates tornadoes based on the damage they cause. Expert Marc Levitan breaks down the details of the EF scale in this clip.
Tornadoes 🌪️ 101 - feat. Marc Levitan National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-07-09 | Tornadoes are destructive, and not just because of high windspeed. The unique qualities of tornadic winds make them more likely to peel roofs off houses or kick debris missiles up into the air. In this clip, tornado expert Marc Levitan explains what makes tornadic wind so disastrously different. Measuring tornado severity is the first step in protecting people and buildings from tornadoes. Knowing how strong the next windstorm is likely to be helps engineers design buildings that can withstand it. The Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale rates tornadoes based on the damage they cause. Expert Marc Levitan breaks down the details of the EF scale in this clip. More Info: nist.gov/news-events/news/2024/07/tornadoes-are-deadly-these-new-building-codes-will-save-lives
Hemp Reference Material to Support Accurate Cannabis Measurements National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-07-08 | NIST's new Hemp Reference Material will help labs accurately measure the amount of THC in cannabis plant materials. This will help forensics labs accurately distinguish between hemp, which is legal in all 50 states, and marijuana, which is a controlled substance. It will also support accurate labeling of cannabis products and protect the health and safety of consumers.
Exploring the Impact of Germicidal Ultraviolet Lights on Indoor Air Quality National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-06-04 | In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, state-of-the-art air quality measuring devices were installed in a bathroom with odoriferous urinal screens to evaluate the impact of these devices on indoor air quality. Germicidal ultraviolet lamps emitting at 222 nanometers are being explored for their effectiveness in mitigating biological transmission of airborne pathogens. There is a continuing need to assess the use of these devices in different spaces.More Info: nist.gov/news-events/news/2024/05/uv-disinfection-lights-can-cause-indoor-air-pollution
Introducing ARIA: Assess the Risks and Impacts of AI National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-05-28 | The increasing use of AI presents both potential and challenges. It's crucial to evaluate and understand the risks and impacts. The ARIA program, introduced by NIST, assesses these risks and impacts through model testing, red teaming, and field testing. This program provides the industry with a chance to demonstrate functionality and gain insights. Thorough evaluation and open NIST evaluations play a significant role.More info: nist.gov/news-events/news/2024/05/nist-launches-aria-new-program-advance-sociotechnical-testing-and
Biometric - Balancing Security & Convenience National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-05-17 | Biometrics are crucial in securing personal devices, facilities, and borders, and in crime prevention. The accuracy of a biometric system is gauged by its false positive and false negative rates. Striking a balance between security and convenience is key, as leniency compromises security, while strictness hampers usability. Measuring these rates helps assess system effectiveness and the trade-off between convenience and security. More info: nist.gov/biometrics
Unlocking Opportunities: The New Frontier of US Manufacturing Careers National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-05-14 | Many do not know there are advanced and technical careers throughout every facet of U.S. manufacturing. These advanced manufacturing careers are in some surprising areas, such as high-end fashion, sustainable agriculture, green energy, advanced materials, 3-D printing, and artificial intelligence, and provide well-paid career opportunities for American workers and their families in fast-growing industries. There are many pathways into today’s manufacturing careers – some build on skills American workers already have and do not require a college education, while others can include certificates or degrees. Learn about the breadth of manufacturing careers, possible career pathways, and available training within the Manufacturing USA network at http://manufacturingusa.com.
Heroes of American Manufacturing Meco Corporation National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-05-01 | The Heroes of American Manufacturing video series took us to Greeneville, Tennessee where Meco Corporation, a client of UT CIS, shared their story. Meco’s capabilities include metal stamping, deep draw, CNC machining, welding, powder coating, assembly, packaging, and design support. Founded in 1959, Meco Corporation has manufactured steel folding furniture, step stools, OEM components, and barbecue grills. The company has manufactured millions of grills in Tennessee. Meco’s mission is to honor customers’ needs by emphasizing service, a commitment to the quality of products, and the creation of an environment in which employees share in their growth.
How do Scientists Test Body Armor Vests? #research #bullet #bulletproof #bodyarmor National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-04-30 | Join Ana Morales as she explores NIST's Ballistic Testing Lab where scientists measure the effectiveness of body armor samples by utilizing a block of clay 📏💥For more information: nist.gov/how-do-you-measure-it/how-do-you-test-body-armor
How do Scientists Measure a Measuring Tape? #Tapetunnel #accuracy #measurement #tapemeasure #nist National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-04-18 | Join Zane Comden as he explores the tape tunnel: where NIST scientists ensure measuring tape accuracy 📏 🙌For more information: nist.gov/how-do-you-measure-it/how-do-you-ensure-tape-measure-accurate
Heroes of American Manufacturing L&H Industrial National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-04-10 | We are excited to tell the story of L&H Industrial, a client of Manufacturing Works, the Wyoming MEP. L&H Industrial is a leader in technology innovations, custom manufacturing, and comprehensive services for heavy industrial machinery used in mining, oil and gas, railways, and other industries. One of the most innovative and culturally rich companies in Wyoming, they possess an outstanding culture that prioritizes customer and employee satisfaction while constantly seeking ways to improve themselves and the community. Upon assessment of L&H’s cyber needs, Manufacturing Works linked L&H with 4th State Communications, a Wyoming-based cyber expert with an abundance of knowledge relating to Department of Defense contracts and government policy. After the initial cyber class, L&H worked to document and solidify its internal cyber standards.
Heroes of American Manufacturing Capewell National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-03-18 | Capewell, a client of GENEDGE (Virginia MEP), provides the most innovative, effective custom-engineered solutions that save lives and increase success rates for anyone who operates globally in dangerous environments supporting national security and other critical missions. GENEDGE and Capewell maintain a strategic partnership which allows for ongoing project engagements and mutual opportunities for collaboration and growth. Committed to delivering high quality, reliable and sustainable capabilities for our Nation's men and women serving to protect our freedoms, we are excited to tell Capewell’s story and how GENEDGE has contributed to their success.
Industry 4 0 Technologies Help Manufacturers Succeed National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-03-12 | In today’s labor market, manufacturers continue to struggle to find quality labor. Industry 4.0 (I4.0) technologies can help manufacturers fill those gaps, improve efficiency, and stay competitive. However, these technologies can be overwhelming to small and medium-sized manufacturers. The shift toward automation is a reason many manufacturers decide to work with an MEP Center. MEP Centers have a broad range of subject matter experts that can help companies, whether they’re just learning about I4.0 or are already implementing it. This video features MEP manufacturing clients discussing their company’s experience with I4.0. In addition, MEP Center experts explain some of the benefits they’ve seen for their clients. For example, Life Line Emergency Vehicles found that I4.0 helped them improve and automate processes so they could fill some workforce gaps. Buppy Pets, a maker at Home & Main, is just on the cusp of considering some automation. In contrast, Zago Manufacturing has already heavily invested in automation and robotics. The MEP National Network helped Zago accelerate their transformation from a manual operator business to an automated robotic business and was critical in helping Zago train their workforce to be more efficient. They found that automation helps attract and retain younger people, who tend to be interested in technology. It’s inviting when they walk into a clean, bright facility with automation
Investigating the Champlain Tower South Collapse: NCST Insider - feat Vincent Lee National Institute of Standards and Technology 2024-02-26 | Discover the latest insider view into the official investigation surrounding the Champlain Tower South building collapse in Surfside, Florida. Introducing Vincet Lee, who supports the remote sensing and data visualization project in the investigation.More Info: nist.gov/champlainExclusive access to the latest insights and motivations driving the investigation. Experts share their motivation, expertise, and approach to the work they do.
Unlocking Truths: AD-X2 Teaser Exposes Sciences Marketplace Dilemma! National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-12-28 | 🚀 Sneak peek into AD-X2! Uncover the risks of compromising science for the marketplace in this teaser. Our agency staunchly advocates for the freedom of inquiry, vital for scientific progress. youtu.be/ve6b6wrGbdo The full film—it's a journey you won't want to miss! 🎥✨ #ADX2Teaser #ScienceIntegrity #DocumentaryPreview"
Chemistry of Christmas Tree Aroma National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-12-22 | Explore the chemistry behind the festive aroma smells of Christmas trees. NIST researcher Dustin Poppendieck delves into volatile organic compounds (VOCs), specifically monoterpenes, to determine if a live Christmas tree emits significant quantities. Results state that the beloved scent is not a major concern, allowing everyone to enjoy the holiday season. nist.gov/news-events/news/2023/12/live-christmas-trees-affect-indoor-air-chemistry-nist-researchers-find
The AD-X2 Controversy National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-12-09 | In the 1940s and ’50s, amid a booming economy and rapid scientific progress, a charismatic salesman sought to make his fortune with a chemical additive, AD-X2, that he claimed would revolutionize the car battery business. When tests from a prominent scientific agency showed that the additive was worthless, its director had to battle public opinion and political pressure to defend the importance of scientific integrity. More Info: www.nist.gov/ad-x2With: Evan Casey, Adam Cooley, and Joel SnyderFeaturing: Sean Astin, John Astin, Alexander Astin, Nelson Kellogg, Roald SchrackChapters:00:00 The Most Amazing Story in Federal Science01:10 WWII and the Need for Lead02:06 The Birth of AD-X203:07 The Entrepreneur06:13 The Scientist06:55 NBS Battery Test08:32 Unfavorable Results11:03 The New Administration12:16 Senate Small Business Committee Hearings 13:30 Charges Dropped 14:03 This Just In 15:16 The Revolt16:36 Temporary Reinstatement17:31 Permanent Reinstatement18:06 All's Well that Ends Well19:58 Integrity21:00 Credits#ADX2 #battery #integrity #film #filmmaking #sciencefacts #science #scientist #administration
NISTs Responsibilities Under Executive Order 14110 On Safe, Secure and Trustworthy AI National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-11-09 | The President’s Executive Order (EO) on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI) issued on October 30, 2023, charges multiple agencies – including NIST – with producing guidelines and taking other actions to advance the safe, secure, and trustworthy development and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). More Info: nist.gov/artificial-intelligence/executive-order-safe-secure-and-trustworthy-artificial-intelligenceThe EO directs NIST to develop guidelines and best practices to promote consensus industry standards that help ensure the development and deployment of safe, secure, and trustworthy AI systems. This video discusses NIST's responsibilities under the Executive Order and our plans for fulfilling each of the actions which we are assigned.Chapters 00:00 Intro - Elham Tabassi 06:19 High-level review of AI Executive Order - Kamie Roberts10:14 Generative AI - Mark Przybocki13:26 Secure Software Development - Kevin Stine14:29 Evaluating AI - Reva Schwartz16:33 Dual-use foundation models- Mark Przybocki19:34 AI test beds - Reva Schwartz21:02 Synthetic nucleic acid - Sheng Lin-Gibson22:41 Reducing the Risks by Synthetic Content - Mark Przybocki24:37 Closing and More Info - Elham Tabassi
Manufacturing USA: De-Risking Tech Startups National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-10-06 | While the U.S. leads the world in innovation and R&D spending, many discoveries are stranded in labs or scaled-up overseas as companies struggle to invest in domestic development and production since lower cost options exist elsewhere. To increase the number of domestic technologies translated to commercial products, Manufacturing USA institutes help bridge what’s called the innovation “valley of death.” Institutes nurture startups across the innovation valley of death by accelerating and de-risking their technology development through a variety of uniquely created offerings. Watch to learn how Endeavor Composites, Intabio, Inc., Gray Matter Robotics, ThinkIQ, and SiPhox Health have taken leap-ahead technologies through research, design, prototyping, and commercial production with support from the institutes and their innovation ecosystems.
NIST Takes First Steps Toward Improved Water Quality National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-08-16 | Waterborne microorganisms known as opportunistic premise plumbing pathogens (OPPPs) are regular denizens of plumbing systems and can infect vulnerable populations, such as the elderly or immunocompromised. Water temperature and usage may influence and potentially stifle the growth of OPPPs. Using NIST’s Net-Zero Energy Residential Test Facility as a model system, NIST researchers measured OPPP levels under varying conditions to learn more read the blognist.gov/blogs/taking-measure/protecting-people-plumbing-pathogens-personal-me
How can parents encourage their children to use online technology safely and privately? National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-08-07 | Today's youth are digital natives. They've never known a world without the internet or online technology. It is crucial they develop the skills and resilience to safely navigate these digital environments from an early age. At NIST, scientists conducted a study to find out how much these digital natives and their parents know about online security and privacy. More info: nist.gov/news-events/news/2023/08/nist-researchers-explore-best-practices-talking-kids-about-online-privacy
Measuring Ground-Level Ozone Across Generations National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-07-19 | When Jim Norris came to the National Bureau of Standards in the late 1970s as a high school student, he could have never imagined that for the next 45+ years, he would be responsible for building over 60 Standard Reference Photometers (SRPs) to measure ground-level ozone all over the planet. With retirement looming it's time to pass his knowledge to the next SRP builder, Peter Trask.Read more about it at: nist.gov/blogs/taking-measure/my-lab-helps-people-breathe-easier-all-over-world
Investigating the Champlain Tower South Collapse: NCST Insider - feat Marisa McCormick National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-06-24 | Discover the latest insider view into the official investigation surrounding the Champlain Tower South building collapse in Surfside, Florida. Introducing Marisa McCormick, who supports evidence preservation and material science projects.More Info: nist.gov/champlainExclusive access to the latest insights and motivations driving the investigation. Experts share their motivation, expertise, and approach to the work they do.
Investigating the Champlain Tower South Collapse: NCST Insider- feat. Georgette Hlepas National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-06-23 | Discover the latest insider view into the official investigation surrounding the Champlain Tower South building collapse in Surfside, Florida. Introducing Georgette Hlepas, who serves as co-leader of the remote sensing and data visualization project in the investigation.More Info: nist.gov/champlainExclusive access to the latest insights and motivations driving the investigation. Experts share their motivation, expertise, and approach to the work they do.
Investigating the Champlain Tower South Collapse: NCST Insider - feat Christopher Segura National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-06-08 | Discover the latest insider view into the official investigation surrounding the Champlain Tower South building collapse in Surfside, Florida. Introducing Christopher Segura, who is serving as a co-leader for the evidence collection and preservation project in the investigation.Subscribe now for coverage and updates on this critical investigation More Info: nist.gov/champlainExclusive access to the latest insights and motivations driving the investigation. Experts share their motivation, expertise, and approach to the work they do.
Investigating the Champlain Tower South Collapse: NCST Insider -feat. David Goodwin National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-06-07 | Discover the latest insider view into the official investigation surrounding the Champlain Tower South building collapse in Surfside, Florida. Introducing David G. Goodwin Jr. who is co-leader of the evidence preservation project in the Champlain Towers South Collapse Investigation.More Info: nist.gov/champlainExclusive access to the latest insights and motivations driving the investigation. Experts share their motivation, expertise, and approach to the work they do.
Preventing Wildfires from Spreading: Insights from Cutting-Edge Fire Experiments National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-06-01 | Real-life fire experiments are providing new insights into the complex question of how far apart two structures, such as a house and a shed, should be in order to limit the risk of fire spreading from one to the other. The experiments conducted by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, in collaboration with CAL FIRE, the U.S. Forest Service, and the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety examine how fires spread from sheds of different sizes and with a range of fuels to identify critical separation distances. This information will be used to develop better building codes and preventive measures to mitigate the impact of wildfires. More info: nist.gov/news-events/news/2023/06/sheds-wildfire-zones-nist-researchers-determine-how-close-too-close-homeFull report: nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/TechnicalNotes/NIST.TN.2205.pdf
Analyzing THC in the breath of cannabis smokers National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-05-22 | NIST scientists conduct foundational research on measuring THC and related compounds in the breath of people who have smoked cannabis. Their research shows that a lot of work remains before a reliable cannabis breathalyzer can be developed. More info: nist.gov/news-events/news/2023/05/researchers-analyze-thc-breath-cannabis-smokers
The AD-X2 Controversy - Behind the Scenes National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-05-11 | Writer/Director José Ricardo García gives us a peak behind the scenes of The AD-X2 Controversy.For more info and to subscribe visit www.nist.gov/ad-x2
The AD-X2 Controversy - Trailer National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-05-11 | This is the trailer for our upcoming short documentary THE AD-X2 CONTROVERSY. In the 1950s, amid a booming economy and rapid scientific progress, a charismatic salesman sought to make his fortune with a chemical additive that he claimed would revolutionize the car battery business. When tests from a prominent scientific agency showed that the additive was worthless, its director had to battle public opinion and political pressure to defend the importance of scientific integrity.For more info and to subscribe visit www.nist.gov/ad-x2
Heroes of American Manufacturing: Life Line Emergency Vehicles National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-04-18 | At Life Line Emergency Vehicles, they aren’t just building emergency vehicles, they’re building a legacy. For over 35 years they’ve built a reputation around remarkable customer service, outstanding quality and exceptional craftsmanship, all to help their customers provide better patient care. Life Line is 100% employee owned and a client of CIRAS, the Iowa MEP Center. Life Line has worked with CIRAS on various projects since 2009 with a financial impact over these years of $16.75M. This manufacturer has a constant interest in the utilization of advanced technology to not only improve their processes and the bottom line, but to improve the safety of their employees. Watch the video to learn more about their story.
A Breathalyzer for Detecting COVID and Other Diseases National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-04-06 | NIST/JILA fellows Jun Ye, David Nesbitt and their colleagues have demonstrated that a breathalyzer based on Nobel Prize-winning frequency-comb technology combined with machine learning techniques can accurately detect SARS-CoV-2 infection in human breath. The frequency-comb technology, recognized in the 2005 Nobel Prize in physics, has the potential to detect many other diseases, such as COPD, lung cancer, and kidney failure. Frequency combs can precisely measure different colors of light, including the infrared light absorbed by molecules in a person’s breath. Combined with machine learning, this technique can detect the presence of specific combinations of molecules that are signatures of disease. More Info: nist.gov/news-events/news/jilas-frequency-comb-breathalyzer-detects-covid-19-excellent-accuracy
Heroes of American Manufacturing: ZAGO Manufacturing National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-04-04 | ZAGO Manufacturing, a client of NJMEP, is an award-winning, family-owned business that began at the New Jersey Institute of Technology Enterprise Development Center small business incubator. Now, it’s a full-fledged global manufacturing company operating from a 100-year-old refurbished factory in the heart of Newark, New Jersey. ZAGO produces small components that make a big impact. It is one of the world’s largest and most respected producers of custom, high-tech, clean and inherently green sealing solutions and components. Thousands of engineers and onsite equipment manufacturers rely on ZAGO self-sealing fasteners and switch boots. Sustainable sealing solutions and components are used in countless industries, including aerospace, automotive and transportation, commercial LED lighting, medicine, robotics and drones, energy and electronics. Clients span the world and include major military contractors, Apple, Google, Ferrari, BOSE, Lockheed Martin, HP and others. ZAGO has also been recognized by the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey for its work advancing STEM education and manufacturing to students in low-income communities with the Companies that Care Award.
Race Logic Computing National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-03-15 | In recent years, computer chip's transistors have gotten a thousand times smaller, a hundred thousand times faster, and able to use a billion times less energy. But these incredibleimprovements from the early days of computing are not enough anymore. That's why researchers at NIST are aiming to develop a new type of computer circuit that uses something we call “race logic” to solve problems, quickly and with more energy efficiency. More Info: nist.gov/blogs/taking-measure/brain-inspired-computing-can-help-us-create-faster-more-energy-efficient
The Importance of Domestic Supply Chains National Institute of Standards and Technology 2023-01-16 | Domestic manufacturing was underestimated for a long time, and to some degree it still is. Many small businesses have been challenged with getting product out through the pandemic. Manufacturers have experienced issues with affordability, material availability and lead times that are stretching out not weeks, but months. Are there domestic sources so manufacturers can respond quicker and work closer proximity wise to avoid being hinged on things that need to come in from Asia or even Europe. Having domestic supplies is extremely important from a quality standpoint because you can readily assess quality level of the componentry you're obtaining. If manufacturers have a weak supply chain, then it impacts their customers as well as impacting their business. World events show why it's very important to have domestic production here in the U.S, because at any point in time, geopolitical factors, macroeconomic factors can really change the landscape.
Tips for Telehealth Security and Privacy for Providers National Institute of Standards and Technology 2022-12-12 | While telehealth provides a host of benefits for patient care, it also exposes healthcare delivery organizations (HDOs) to significant cyber risks. Here are some tips from NIST for improving the security and privacy of telehealth services for HDOs.
What is a Standard Reference Material or SRM? National Institute of Standards and Technology 2022-11-10 | How do you know if the numbers in your lab results or your food's nutritional labels are correct? Labs and manufacturers use Standard Reference Materials or SRMs to make sure that the machines measuring these numbers are accurate. Learn what SRMs are in this animated explainer. For more information go to www.nist.gov/srm
