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What is NIST stand for?


NIST stands for the National Institute of Standards and Technology. NIST is a non-regulatory agency of the United States Department of Commerce that promotes innovation and industrial competitiveness. It is responsible for developing and promoting measurement, standards, and technology in support of U.S. economic growth and security.

NIST's mission is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve quality of life. To achieve this mission, NIST develops and maintains an extensive portfolio of programs and activities in four main areas:

  1. Measurement Science: NIST develops and promotes measurement science, standards, and technology to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements.
  2. Standards: NIST develops and promotes standards to ensure the safety and effectiveness of products, services, and processes.
  3. Technology: NIST develops and promotes technology to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of products, services, and processes.
  4. Education and Outreach: NIST provides education and outreach services to help promote the use of standards and technology for economic growth and security.

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