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NRC Institute for National Measurement Standards
For close to a hundred years, metrologists at NRC have been researchers, developers, and guardians of Canada’s most accurate primary measurement standards, science and technology. Disseminating the products of their unique expertise across the nation and around the globe enables innovation, supports international trade, protects the environment and enhances quality of life.
Highlight: Setting the standard for cancer therapy
About 150,000 Canadians are diagnosed with cancer every year, roughly half of whom ultimately receive radiation treatment to destroy their tumours. For newly diagnosed patients, one of the last things on their minds is whether they’re receiving the optimum dose to cure their illness, yet it’s a vitally important part of their treatment.
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- Acoustical Standards
- Chemical Metrology
- Dimensional Metrology
- Electrical Power Measurements
- Electrical Standards
- Frequency & Time Standards
- Ionizing Radiation Standards
- Mass Standards
- Optical Frequency/Wavelength
- Photometry and Radiometry
- Thermometry
Research Projects
- Cesium Fountain Atomic Clock
- Natural Health Products
- Optical Characterization of Nanomaterials
- Electronic Kilogram Project
- Infrared Chemical Imaging of Biological Samples
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- Calibration Laboratory Assessment Service (CLAS)
- Calibration Services
- Certified Reference Materials (CRMs)
- Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry (GD-MS)
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