National Institute of Standards and Technology(NIST)
Measurement science, standards, cybersecurity frameworks, manufacturing extension, and technology research.
Function
Sub-agency or bureau
Parent
Department of Commerce
FY2026 Budget Authority
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Official Data
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Evidence Confidence
MediumVerification Status
AI-researched, unverifiedLast Reviewed
Jul 5, 2026
Retrieved On
Jul 5, 2026
Agency
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), parent: DOC. Measurement science, standards, cybersecurity frameworks, manufacturing extension, and technology research.
Mission
Solve the operating problem described by its parent mission in this domain: Measurement science, standards, cybersecurity frameworks, manufacturing extension, and technology research.
Public Value Test
Trustworthy standards, industrial competitiveness, cyber resilience, and innovation infrastructure.
Sources & Evidence
3 cited sources back this profile