NIST Publications

CHIPS R&D Standardization Readiness Level Workshop Summary Report

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a summary report from the CHIPS R&D Standardization Readiness Level Workshop. The report details discussions and findings related to standardization frameworks for semiconductors and microelectronics.

NIST Publication on Inefficient Cryocooler Compression

NIST published a study on March 10, 2026, detailing inefficiencies in low-frequency cryocoolers used in scientific research. The publication highlights that the compression process is a major source of energy loss, suggesting potential for significant electricity savings with improved compressor technology.

Lithium-ion Battery Fire Risk Analysis

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a technical note analyzing the risks associated with lithium-ion battery fires. The report provides data-driven estimates on the frequency of electric vehicle and structural fires involving these batteries, highlighting potential underestimations in current reporting.

NIST Report: Experimental Setup for Automated Vehicle Passenger Comfort Evaluation

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a technical report detailing an experimental framework for evaluating passenger comfort in automated vehicles during braking. The report, NISTIR 8612, outlines a standardized test plan for assessing deceleration profiles and ride quality.

Evedesign: Accessible Biosequence Design Framework

NIST has published guidance on 'Evedesign,' a new open-source framework for biosequence design. The framework aims to make machine learning methods for protein engineering more accessible and interoperable for researchers, with an interactive web interface available.

NIST Report on Challenges in Monitoring Deployed AI Systems

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a report detailing challenges in monitoring deployed artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The report, based on practitioner workshops and literature review, identifies gaps and opportunities for innovation in post-deployment AI monitoring methodologies.

Computational Materials for Aviation Additive Manufacturing Qualification

NIST has published guidance on computational materials approaches for the qualification and certification of metal additive manufacturing in the aviation sector. This document, authored by researchers from NASA and other institutions, provides insights into process-intensive materials.

NIST Updates Air-Kerma Standards and ADCL Calibration Coefficients

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has updated its air-kerma standards and ADCL calibration coefficients. These changes align with the adoption of recommendations from the International Commission on Radiation Units and Measurements (ICRU) Report 90.

NIST Report on Adjoint Methods for Sensitivity Analysis

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has published a report detailing the physical interpretation of adjoint methods for sensitivity analysis in computational modeling. This document, Part I of a series, aims to demystify the adjoint method for engineers and scientists by grounding it in physical principles.

Automated Polymer Library for Materials Science Literature Curation

NIST has published a notice detailing an automated approach to curating materials science literature, specifically for dynamic polymers. This method aims to streamline data extraction for AI model training and trend identification in materials science research.