The mission of the NIST Biotechnology program is to advance the commercialization of biotechnology by developing the scientific/engineering technical base, reliable measurements, standards, data and models to enable U.S. industry to quickly and economically produce biochemical products with appropriate quality control.       As with all NIST programs, a major emphasis of the NIST biotechnology program is to enhance the development of the scientific/engineering technical base by advising and collaborating with industry, other government agencies and the scientific community.  For more information, see Division Overview    Dr. Vincent L. Vilker Division Chief  Michelle Brock Division Secretary Biotechnology Division /NIST  100 Bureau Drive, Stop 8310  Gaithersburg, MD  20899-8310  Phone: (301) 975-2629  FAX: (301) 330-3447   Comments or suggestions. Last update: December 16, 2003 Disclaimer/Privacy Policy