Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry plus lab preparation, sample prep equipment

The Department of Commerce is seeking to develop high-purity solid Standard Reference Materials, Reference Materials, and Research Grade Test Materials to address current shortages in chips manufacturing. This initiative aims to enhance process control and enable more efficient characterizations of source materials. To support these objectives, the project will focus on advancing capabilities in glow discharge mass spectrometry and laser-based analytical methods, while simultaneously reducing detection limits for existing nuclear techniques. The performance of this work will take place in Gaithersburg, and the project emphasizes technology transfer to help U.S. industry establish independent measurement capabilities. NIST will facilitate this transition by providing access to its newly established measurement facilities through collaborative agreements. This effort is categorized under NAICS code 334413 and is currently listed as a forecast.