NIST Recognizes 64 Staff Members for Quantum and Other Advancements
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has honored 64 of its staff members with Departmental Bronze Medal Awards and other awards for their significant contributions to quantum technologies and other scientific advancements.
Key Quantum-Related Achievements:
– Development of X-ray and neutron scattering methods for characterizing complex materials
– Innovation in customer-focused administrative processes for the Baldrige National Quality Program
– Leadership in high-power conversion technologies for quantum computing applications
– Advancements in grazing incidence X-ray diffraction for organic electronic devices
– Development of novel high-pressure cells for neutron research
– Leadership in mercury metrology for quantum sensor applications
– Advancements in electromagnetic scattering theory for quantum metrology
– Development of new methods for pipeline safety related to quantum materials
– Advancements in photon-based metrology for quantum information applications
– Development of computer security guidelines for quantum computing infrastructure
– Development of piezoelectric inkjet printing for quantum sensor calibration
– Discovery of VERDiCT technology for doubling concrete service life in quantum computing facilities
Other Recognized Achievements:
– Development of critical Standard Reference Materials for quantum sensor calibration
– Establishment of new calibration services for quantum computing infrastructure
– Development of standards for quantum computing energy management systems
– Creation of national programs to accelerate quantum computing manufacturing growth
– Pioneering role in enabling new fire retardant materials for quantum computing facilities
The awards recognize outstanding work in quantum technologies and other scientific fields, with specific achievements related to quantum computing, materials science, and metrology.
Keywords: X-ray scattering, Neutron scattering, Metrology
