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Standards and the Future of Biopharmaceuticals

The manufacture of biologics, such as gene therapies and vaccines, is a unique process with unique challenges. Standards are being developed to help.

Standards Change the Fabric of an Industry

New standards for 3D digital fabrics are helping to further efficiency and sustainability in the fashion industry.

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January/February 2026

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New Standard Measures Corn Fiber Conversion

The new test method targets hemicellulose analysis for ethanol, food, and sustainability applications.

Jan 13, 2026

Lighter Safety Standards Being Developed

The new task groups will develop standards on flameless lighters and torch/micro torch products.

Jan 08, 2026

Building Global Relevance

Our relevance is also truly global. Most of our standards, test methods, laboratory services, training and e-learning courses, and certifications are geography-agnostic.

Jan 06, 2026

Advancing Industry Through Collaboration with ASTM

By integrating ASTM standards throughout the production process, Southwire ensures its conductors perform reliably under challenging field conditions.

Jan 06, 2026

NextGen: Fatigue and Fracture Symposium; WISE Program

ASTM's ongoing efforts to promote early-career professionals.

Jan 06, 2026

A Look Back at a Decade of the EP Program

The EP Program now hosts five workshops annually and welcomes nearly 150 EPs each year.

Jan 06, 2026

Outreach: Building Global Relationships

ASTM's recent global engagement.

Jan 06, 2026

Preservation of the Military Standards for Acceptance Sampling

Why might a standard be adapted from another system into ASTM, and what is needed to accomplish it?

Jan 05, 2026

Building Trust Across Borders

Q&A with Amer Bin Ahmed, 2026 Chair of ASTM’s Board of Directors.

Jan 05, 2026

Standards Inside the Walls

Standards help ensure that gypsum board and related products are properly manufactured and installed.

Jan 05, 2026

How To: Develop A New Standard

Below is an overview of how volunteer members can take a new idea all the way to a new standard.

Jan 05, 2026

Standards Promote Clean Cooking in Africa

The adoption of the standard specification for denatured ethanol for use as cooking and appliance fuel (E3050) has been critical in ensuring energy efficiency in countries like Mozambique.

Jan 05, 2026

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