JILA Team Finds First Direct Evidence of ‘Spin Symmetry’ In Atoms | NIST
JILA physicists have made the first direct observation of spin symmetry in atoms, a key prediction of quantum physics. The team, led by Ana…
Five NIST Scientists Win Flemming Awards | NIST
Five NIST researchers have been recognized with prestigious 2009 Arthur S. Flemming Awards for their groundbreaking work in various fields.…
NIST Physicists Demonstrate Quantum Entanglement in Mechanical System | NIST
NIST physicists have demonstrated quantum entanglement in a mechanical system for the first time, using two pairs of vibrating ions. Each pair…
NIST’s Compact Gyroscope May Turn Heads | NIST
NIST researchers have developed a compact atomic gyroscope that could revolutionize navigation technology. The device, which measures just 3.5…
NIST ‘Hybrid Metrology’ Method Could Improve Computer Chips | NIST
NIST has developed a new “hybrid metrology” method that combines multiple measurement techniques to more accurately measure tiny…
NIST, Collaborators Develop Sensitive New Way of Detecting Transistor Defects | NIST
Researchers at NIST and collaborators have developed a new method to detect and count defects in transistors, which are crucial for…
NIST Staff Honored in 2006 Presidential Rank Awards | NIST
Five NIST staff members have been recognized with 2006 Presidential Rank Awards for their exceptional public service contributions. The…
NIST Mini Sensor May ‘Change the Way We Live’ | NIST
NIST has developed a tiny, highly sensitive magnetic sensor about the size of a grain of rice. The atomic magnetometer requires little power…
Yikes! NIST Sensor Measures Yoctonewton Forces Fast | NIST
Researchers at NIST have developed a highly sensitive force sensor using a crystal of 60 beryllium ions cooled to near absolute zero. The…