Bias in AI systems is often seen as a technical problem, but the NIST report acknowledges that a great deal of AI bias stems from human biases and systemic, institutional…
NIST Releases Assessment Procedures for Enhanced Security Requirements, NIST Special Publication 800-172A
NIST has released Special Publication (SP) 800-172A, Assessing Enhanced Security Requirements for Controlled Unclassified Information, to support the protection of controlled unclassified information associated with a critical program or high…
NIST International Collaboration Develops New Framework for Smart Cities and Communities
Smart City Holistic Key Performance Indicators Support Community Benefits Have you ever wondered what it is about a smart city or community that makes it ‘smart?’ In an international collaboration…
NIST Seeks Input to Update Cybersecurity Framework, Supply Chain Guidance
NIST wants to explore better ways to align the CSF with other NIST guidance, such as the Privacy Framework, Secure Software Development Framework, Risk Management Framework, Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity…
NIST Researchers Propose Method for Modeling Smart Sensor Interoperability in Smart Grids
Smart sensors play a critical role in smart grids, supporting bidirectional flows of energy. Such sensors are needed for real-time monitoring of energy flow; controlling power generation, transmission, and distribution…
NIST Researchers Develop Algorithm for Assuring Quality-of-Service in 5G/6G Networks
5G and 6G networks will differ greatly in composition and services, compared to one-size-fits-all 4G networks. 5G and 6G networks must provide varying services for such Internet of Things applications…
NIST, University Researchers Offer Model for Minimizing Large Networks' Cybersecurity Costs
Large networks are often comprised of interdependent subsystems, such as information, communication, and power systems, which may make them vulnerable to cyberattacks. A virus/malware infection in one system can spread…
VTTI, NIST Provide Tool for Quantifying Automated Driving Conditions
A new online tool, the Operational Design Domain Element Quantification Prototype, was developed and made available for use by Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI). NIST funded the tool’s development through a…
NIST Researchers Receive Award for Manufacturing Cybersecurity Guidelines, Achieving Wider Use
On January 12, 2022, NIST presented the Department of Commerce Bronze Medal to Keith Stouffer, Timothy Zimmerman, CheeYee Tang, Michael Pease, and Jeffrey Cichonski for developing and disseminating the first, detailed…