Fountains of Atoms: Exquisite Timekeepers | NIST
This article explains how NIST-F4, one of the most accurate atomic clocks in the world, works. It is a cesium fountain clock, which uses a…
NIST’s Curved Neutron Beams Could Deliver Benefits Straight to Industry | NIST
Scientists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and their collaborators have successfully created curved neutron beams…
100 Years of Quantum Research | NIST
This article from NIST highlights 100 years of groundbreaking research in quantum mechanics, showcasing key discoveries and experiments that…
New High Field Dry Magnets | NIST
NCNR, a research facility, is getting two new cryogen-free superconducting magnets. These magnets are easier to operate and more reliable than…
Atomic Clocks: A Powerful Tool for Science | NIST
This article highlights how atomic clocks are more than just precise timekeeping tools—they are powerful scientific instruments that help…
2025 NIST Time and Frequency Seminar | NIST
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will host its annual Time and Frequency Seminar from July 29 to July 31, 2025. The…
Future Directions: Atomic Clocks Meet Quantum Entanglement | NIST
This article explores how atomic clocks and quantum entanglement are coming together to shape the future of quantum technologies. Atomic…
Pulsed Laser Metrology Workshop | NIST
NIST is hosting a specialized workshop focused on the optical metrology needs for extreme pulsed lasers, such as those with very high peak…
Putting Einstein to the Test | NIST
This article explores how Einstein’s theories of relativity—both special and general—have been tested over time using highly accurate atomic…