Closing the Last Bell-test Loophole for Photons | NIST
Researchers have closed the last major loophole in Bell tests for quantum entanglement using ultra-sensitive photon detectors developed by…
New SPAD Control System: High Efficiency, Low Noise | NIST
Researchers at NIST have developed a new control system for single-photon avalanche diodes (SPADs) that significantly improves their detection…
CNST and ITL Researchers Change the Color and Shape of a Single Photon | NIST
Researchers from the CNST and ITL have achieved a breakthrough in quantum photonics by simultaneously changing the color and shape of a single…
NIST Featured in Media’s Top Science Stories of 2015 | NIST
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) was featured in several media outlets’ top science stories of 2015.…
Recommendation for Stateful Hash-Based Signature Schemes: Draft NIST SP 800-208 Available for Comment | NIST
NIST has released a draft standard for stateful hash-based digital signature schemes, which could be used to secure government systems against…
NIST Shows New Device Could Improve Fiber-Optic Quantum Data Transmission | NIST
NIST researchers have developed a new device that could significantly improve quantum data transmission through fiber-optic cables. The…
NIST Patents Single-Photon Detector for Potential Encryption and Sensing Apps | NIST
NIST has patented a new single-photon detector that could revolutionize quantum encryption and sensing technologies. The detector, developed…
Draft White Paper on “Getting Ready for Post-Quantum Cryptography” is Available for Comment | NIST
NIST has released a draft white paper titled “Getting Ready for Post-Quantum Cryptography” for public comment. The paper discusses…
NIST Announces First Four Quantum-Resistant Cryptographic Algorithms | NIST
NIST has selected the first four quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms to become part of its post-quantum cryptographic standard. These…