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Buildings & Construction
NIST develops safety standards for construction and studies ways to better protect buildings from hazards like earthquakes and windstorms.
Explainers and Features
Understanding Building Codes
The Joplin Tornado: A Calamity and a Boon to Resilience, 10 Years On
News and Updates
How My Childhood Fascination With Bridges Helped Me Build a Career Protecting People and Buildings From Natural Disasters
NIST research engineer Jazalyn Dukes talks about what inspired her career and gives some advice to girls considering a career in structural and civil engineering.
NIST Report to Congress Provides Update on Champlain Towers South Investigation
Spotlight: Shawn Platt and the Concrete Christmas Tree
NIST Transfers Evidence From Champlain Towers South to Miami-Dade Police Department
Blog Posts
The Insulation That Melts in Your Walls — and Could Reduce Your Energy Costs
Drones in Disaster Zones: How Advanced 3D Mapping Technology Can Help First Responders Save Lives
