National Institute Of Standards And Technology (Noun)
Meaning
An agency in the Technology Administration that makes measurements and sets standards as needed by industry or government programs.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The National Institute of Standards and Technology was established to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science and standards.
- The National Institute of Standards and Technology developed the first national standards for cybersecurity and works to develop new ones as technology advances.
- The mission of the National Institute of Standards and Technology is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology.
- The Department of Commerce oversees the National Institute of Standards and Technology which prioritizes projects based on stakeholder input.
- NIST, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, is working on improving the nation's ability to respond to public health emergencies.