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Divisions / Research Areas
The Physics Laboratory is divided into six major divisions, described
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Electron & Optical
Physics: develops measurement methods and associated technology for
determining electron and photon interactions with matter. |
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Atomic
Physics:
carries out a broad program of long-term experimental and theoretical research in atomic physics. |
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Optical
Technology: promotes accurate and useful
optical radiation measurements in the ultraviolet, visible, and infrared spectral regions. |
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Ionizing
Radiation: provides national leadership
in fundamental research and measurement standards for all types of ionizing radiation. |
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Time &
Frequency: is responsible for the standards of
time and frequency; and since length is now derived from the second, develops optical frequency standards. |
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Quantum
Physics: conducts research in atomic and
chemical physics, precision measurement, and laser and optical physics. |
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Physics Lab
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NIST's new portable
"rainbow" source for calibrating color measurement instruments. In the
background are a sampling of colors generated with the source.
Technical inquiries: Feedback
NIST
Physics Laboratory
100 Bureau Drive, Stop 8400
Gaithersburg, MD 20899-8400
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(301) 975-NIST (6478)
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