NIST
Promoting U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology.
Year Founded
1901
Geography
North America
Address
100 Bureau Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20899, USA
AI Impact Areas
AI areas they serve
Areas of Focus
AI standards and measurement
AI risk management
Trustworthy AI
AI testing and evaluation
Cybersecurity
Measurement science
Industrial standards
Emerging technology standards
Key Priorities
Continue developing AI measurement standards and guidelines
Update AI Risk Management Framework
Advance AI testing and evaluation capabilities through CAISI
Develop standards for emerging AI technologies
Support international AI standards harmonization
Mission
To promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve quality of life. NIST's AI program develops standards, guidelines, and tools for trustworthy AI.
Milestones
1901: Founded as the National Bureau of Standards
2023:Developed the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF) — the leading voluntary framework for managing AI risks
Published the AI 600-1 (Generative AI Profile) companion resource
Housed the US AI Safety Institute (AISI), now renamed Center for AI Standards and Innovation (CAISI) in 2025
Created extensive AI standards and measurement resources
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