Instead of the current definition based on comparisons to electrical heating, the NIST study suggests the optical watt could be determined from light's radiation force and its speed, a fundamental constant

Until now, protocols for dissolving hair keratins required roughly 10 milligrams of hair, or about 100 5-centimeter strands—a quantity not likely to be found at a crime scene

A new way to inspect cargo at ports of entry

Researchers have developed a method for making an ion display exact quantities of quantum-level motion

New product can be used by lab scientists who need a reliable way to measure corn for poisonous compounds that are produced by mold, known as mycotoxins

Method is fast, economical, and does not require special conditions

The work provides a research method that others can use to perform their own analysis on which technology is more favorable for their local areas

How long can tiny gears and other microscopic moving parts last before they wear out? 

NIST prototype design uses ultracold trapped atoms to measure pressure

If chemists want to detect small amounts of drugs like fentanyl, they may need to keep an eye on background levels

After an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, or other natural hazard, it's considered a win if no one gets hurt and buildings stay standing

Monoclonal antibodies are proteins manufactured in the laboratory that can target specific disease cells, viruses, and other antigens