An Assessment of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Chemical Science and Technology Laboratory : Fiscal Year 2007

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The report on the CSTL presents an assessment of the Lab's five divisions, covering?where appropriate?how well each division addresses national priorities, its impact and level of innovation, its technical merit, and its infrastructure. The report notes that the CSTL is meeting its obligations and its priorities are appropriate and aligned with national priorities.