TECHNICAL ACTIVITIES 1998 -
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MISSION
ORGANIZATION
CURRENT DIRECTIONS
TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS
FUTURE DIRECTIONS
MISSION
Through the Quantum Physics Division, NIST participates in JILA, a cooperative
enterprise between NIST and the University of Colorado (CU). The Division
conducts long-term, high-risk research in quantum physics and related areas in
support of the Nation's science and technology. In pursuit of the mission, the
Division:
- develops the laser as a precise measurement tool;
- determines fundamental constants and tests of the fundamental postulates
of physics;
- exploits Bose-Einstein condensation for metrology and low temperature
physics;
- devises new ways to direct and control atoms and molecules;
- characterizes chemical processes and their interactions with
nanostructures.
The Division accomplishes its mission by interacting with the University
faculty and visiting scientists to maintain expertise at the forefront of
research in physics; by transferring the results of its research and technology
to the Nation's industries and other government agencies; and by exchanging
ideas and skills with other scientists in NIST and in industry through
scholarly publications, visits, seminars, and exchanges of personnel.
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