Brian Gutierrez

Science Writer

NIST

Brian Gutierrez is a science writer. He regularly contributes to NIST, and has worked as a public affairs specialist and podcast host. He has a strong background in math and science.

Thu, 02/05/2026 - 12:02
The Science Behind Ketchup Pouring Could Lead to Ceramic 3D Printing Taking the first steps toward a full-fledged standard reference material
Mon, 08/10/2026 - 12:02
3D printing has matured from a speculative sci-fi fantasy into a practical tool. Plastic is the most commonly used material for 3D printing, but research at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is helping expand 3D printing into…
What NIST’s Most Popular Reference Materials Tell Us About the Science of Measurement Metrology’s role in water, formula, cigarettes, and more
Thu, 02/05/2026 - 12:02
Measurement, in its most basic form, is about comparing the thing you want to measure with a reference. To measure the length of a table, you compare it to a tape measure. To measure flour for a birthday cake, you compare it to a measuring cup.…