NIST Communications Technology Laboratory

NIST is working with industry in the O-RAN Alliance to significantly enhance the quality and utility of their product testing program, integrate principles of zero trust security throughout their RAN standards, and develop use cases and supporting standards to enable the use of RAN intelligent control to improve resilience. https://lnkd.in/gxjUiWvc

Quantum Breakthroughs: Pushing the Frontiers of Computing The future of computing is being shaped today thanks to groundbreaking research from NIST CTL and the collaboration with the Superconducting Quantum Materials and Systems (SQMS) Nanofabrication Taskforce. One of the biggest challenges in quantum computing has been qubit coherence – how long quantum bits can maintain their state. Recent innovations from this joint effort have led to record-breaking coherence times of up to 0.6 milliseconds, a significant leap for superconducting quantum technology. Why This Matters: - Faster Problem-Solving: Superconducting qubits are unlocking solutions beyond classical computing capabilities. - Technological Leadership: Keeping the U.S. at the forefront of the global quantum race. - Security & Innovation: Enhancing quantum-safe encryption, AI advancements, and even breakthroughs in healthcare and drug discovery. From new superconducting materials to fabrication techniques, these advancements bring us one step closer to scalable quantum computers. The implications? A transformation in industries from cybersecurity to scientific research. NIST CTL and SQMS are proving that the quantum future is not decades away—it’s happening now. For more information please visit, https://lnkd.in/gp7uUzgy #QuantumComputing #Computing #Innovation #SQMS #Quantum #Communications

Today is the day! Today #NIST PSCR kicks off its final live event of the First Responder #UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge at Indiana's Muskatatuck Urban Training Center. Best of luck to the 7 teams competing by flying their UAS data collection solutions through test courses and a simulated public safety scenario to prove how effectively they can locate, retrieve and ferry data from sensors in a field to a command station. The first and second place winners will take home $100K and $75K prizes respectively and will speak at the #5x5BellevueWA Conference. On Friday, teams will also have the opportunity to showcase their solutions at #FDIC2025 in Indianapolis. If you're attending #FDIC2025, be sure to join us on 4/11 at 10:30a to hear more about UAS 6.0 and "Drones and Autonomous Systems: Expanding the Fire Service Toolbox". 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d9H54zxq @ChallengeGov #NIST #PSCR #UAS #PrizeChallenge #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #IoT #RadioComms #dronecompetition #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #WirelessDataGathering #AIInEmergencyResponse #DroneChallenges #NextGenResponder #NISTPrizeChallenge #5x5in25 #5x5BellevueWA #FDIC2025

Brian Washburn of CTL’s Spectrum Technology and Research Division presented the 20th KSU Physics Neff Lecture at Kansas State University this month.  The lecture focused on a joint industry project between KSU Physics, Agronomy and Animal Science, and NIST.    This project aims to help solve agricultural problems not only just in Kansas, but nationwide. https://lnkd.in/gSmJZXva

CTL’s Smart Connected Systems Division has released open-source software for integrating ns-3 network models with external software and hardware to create high-fidelity simulations of complex systems. ns-3 is a network simulator for modeling user equipment such as phones and wireless devices, networking protocols, and the channels used to send information between devices. NIST developed this software to research how vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communications can improve automated vehicle performance as part of its automated vehicles program. For this program, an automated development vehicle was connected to a network of simulated vehicles and infrastructure using this software to adjust driving behavior based on received network messages. Although developed for research into automated vehicles, the software is generic and can be used for any network model across any research domain.

This month, the Communications Technology Laboratory (CTL) Smart Connected Systems Division highlighted its leadership in supply chain traceability at the Semiconductor Traceability and Market Provenance Workshop hosted by Sandia National Laboratories. Researcher Michael Pease presented insights from the NIST National Cybersecurity Center of Excellence (NCCoE) project on Supply Chain Traceability Using Blockchain-Related Technologies, featuring a framework designed to enhance supply chain transparency and security. With an upcoming public comment period, CTL continues to shape global standards and foster innovation in trusted, scalable traceability solutions. Stay engaged as NIST and NCCoE are shaping the future of secure semiconductor supply chains: https://lnkd.in/dEcZff4h #Semiconductors #Security #SupplyChain #Traceability #Cybersecurity

Two weeks from today, #NIST PSCR will present at #FDIC2025 at 10:30a on "Drones and Autonomous Systems: Expanding the Fire Service Toolbox". In addition to discuss the growing role of UAS autonomation in search and rescue, sensor data collection, reconnaissance and more, PSCR will announce the winners of the First Responder #UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0). The Stage 3 Live Contest will be held earlier in the week at Indiana's Muscatatuck Urban Training Center with seven teams flying their UAS through test courses and a simulated public safety scenario to prove how effectively they can locate, retrieve and ferry data from sensors in a field to a command station. Prizes include $100K for 1st place, $75K for second place, $50K for third place, up to eight $10K best-in-class awards, and invitations to speak at the #5x5BellevueWA Conference. Interested in attending the Stage 3 Live Contest or #FDIC2025? 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gKRfQpKM @ChallengeGov #NIST #PSCR #UAS #PrizeChallenge #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #IoT #RadioComms #dronecompetition #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #WirelessDataGathering #AIInEmergencyResponse #DroneChallenges #NextGenResponder #NISTPrizeChallenge #5x5in25 #5x5BellevueWA #FDIC2025

Just one month until final live event of the #NIST PSCR’s First Responder #UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge. Our UAS 6.0 competitors are working hard to prepare for the Stage 3 Live Contest at Indiana's Muskatatuck Urban Training Center the week of April 7th. Competing for the $100K first place prize and invitations to speak at the #5x5BellevueWA Conference, teams will fly their UAS solutions through several test courses and a simulated public safety scenario to prove how effectively they can locate, retrieve and ferry data from sensors in a field to a command station. At the end of the week, teams will also have the opportunity to showcase their solutions at #FDIC2025 in Indianapolis. Interested in attending? 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d9H54zxq @ChallengeGov #NIST #PSCR #UAS #PrizeChallenge #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #IoT #RadioComms #dronecompetition #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #WirelessDataGathering #AIInEmergencyResponse #DroneChallenges #NextGenResponder #NISTPrizeChallenge #5x5in25 #5x5BellevueWA #FDIC2025

🎉 Honoring Excellence at NIST CTL! 🎉 NIST CTL is proud to recognize the exceptional achievements of our team with this year’s CTL Commendations Awards, celebrating those who go above and beyond in advancing the CTL mission, fostering innovation, and strengthening our organization. Award categories include: 🌟 Distinguished Associate 🌟 Excellence in Organizational Problem-Solving 🌟 Mentor of the Year 🌟 Outstanding Achievement in Advancing the CTL Mission 🌟 Outstanding Impact in External Collaboration 🌟 Rising CTL Star 🌟 Staff Members of the Year 🌟 The Spark Award We’re incredibly proud of this year’s winners for their dedication, innovation, and impact. Thank you for setting a high standard of excellence and inspiring us all! To learn more about the 2024 CTL Commendations Awards, visit: https://lnkd.in/g9EmV7w5 #ExcellenceInAction #Innovation #Teamwork

The third and final stage of the #NIST PSCR’s First Responder #UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge is now in full swing as our seven remaining competitors prepare for the Stage 3 Live Contest at Indiana's Muskatatuck Urban Training Center the week of April 7th. Competing for the $100K first place prize and invitations to speak at the #5x5BellevueWA Conference, teams will fly their UAS solutions through several test courses and a simulated public safety scenario to prove how effectively they can locate, retrieve and ferry data from sensors in a field to a command station. At the end of the week, team may also have the opportunity to showcase their solutions at #FDIC2025 in Indianapolis. Interested in attending? 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d9H54zxq @ChallengeGov" #NIST #PSCR #UAS #PrizeChallenge #FirstResponders #PublicSafety #Drone #AI #IoT #RadioComms #dronecompetition #UASInnovation #FirstResponderTech #DroneTech #PublicSafetyUAS #WirelessDataGathering #AIInEmergencyResponse #DroneChallenges #NextGenResponder #NISTPrizeChallenge #5x5in25 #5x5BellevueWA #FDIC2025