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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
Notice of Intent To Seek Approval To
Continue an Information Collection
National Science Foundation.
Notice and request for
comments.
AGENCY:
ACTION:
SUMMARY: The National Science
Foundation (NSF) is announcing plans
to request renewal of this collection. In
accordance with the requirement of
Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork
Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub. L. 104–13),
we are providing an opportunity for
public comment on this action. After
obtaining and considering public
comment, NSF will prepare the
submission requesting that OMB
approve clearance of this collection for
no longer than 3 years.
DATES: Written comments on this notice
must be received by May 2, 2005, to be
assured of consideration. Comments
received after that date will be
considered to the extent practicable.
ADDRESSES: Written comments
regarding the information collection and
requests for copies of the proposed
information collection request should be
addressed to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports
Clearance Officer, National Science
Foundation, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Rm.
295, Arlington, VA 22230, or by e-mail
to splimpto@nsf.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Contact Suzanne H. Plimpton, Reports
Clearance Officer, National Science
Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard,
Suite 295, Arlington, Virginia 22230;
telephone 703–292–75567; or send email to splimpto@nsf.gov. Individuals
who use a telecommunications device
for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal
Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1–
800–877–8339 between 8 a.m. and 8
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SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title of Collection: National Science
Foundation Science Honorary Awards.
OMB Approval Number: 3145–0035.
Expiration Date of Approval: July 31,
2005.
Type of Request: Intent to seek
approval to continue an information
collection for three years.
Abstract: The National Science
Foundation (NSF) administers several
honorary awards, among them the
President’s National Medal of Science,
the Alan T. Waterman Award, the NSB
Vannevar Bush Award, and the NSB
Public Service Award.
In 2003, to comply with E-government
requirements, the nomination processes
were converted to electronic submission
through the National Science
Foundation’s (NSF) FastLane system.
Individuals can now prepare
nominations and references through
https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/
honawards/. First-time users must
register on the Fastlane Web site using
the link found in the upper right-hand
corner above the ‘‘Log In’’ box before
accessing any of the honorary award
categories.
Use of the Information: The
Foundation has the following honorary
award programs:
• President’s National Medal of
Science. Statutory authority for the
President’s National Medal of Science is
contained in 42 U.S.C. 1881 (Pub. L. 86–
209), which established the award and
stated that ‘‘(t)he President shall * * *
award the Medal on the
recommendations received from the
National Academy of Sciences or on the
basis of such other information and
evidence as * * * appropriate.’’
Subsequently, Executive Order 10961
specified procedures for the Award by
establishing a National Medal of Science
Committee which would ‘‘receive
recommendations made by any other
nationally representative scientific or
engineering organization.’’ On the basis
of these recommendations, the
Committee was directed to select its
candidates and to forward its
recommendations to the President.
In 1962, to comply with these
directives, the Committee initiated a
solicitation form letter to invite these
nominations. In 1979, the Committee
initiated a nomination form as an
attachment to the solicitation letter. A
slightly modified version of the
nomination form was used in 1980.
The Committee established the
following guidelines for selection of
candidates:
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1. The total impact of an individual’s
work on the present state of physical,
biological, mathematical, engineering,
or social and behavioral sciences is to be
the principal criterion.
2. Achievements of an unusually
significant nature in relation to the
potential effects of such achievements
on the development of scientific
thought.
3. Unusually distinguished service in
the general advancement of science and
engineering, when accompanied by
substantial contributions to the content
of science at some time.
4. Recognition by peers within the
scientific community.
5. Contributions to innovation and
industry.
6. Influence on education through
publications, students.
7. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent
resident who has applied for
citizenship.
In 2003, the Committee changed the
active period of eligibility to three years,
including the year of nomination. After
that time, candidates must be
renominated with a new nomination
package for them to be considered by
the Committee.
Narratives are now restricted to two
pages of text, as stipulated in the
guidelines at https://
www.fastlane.nsf.gov/honawards/nms.
• Alan T. Waterman Award. Congress
established the Alan T. Waterman
Award in August 1975 (42 U.S.C. 1881a
(Pub. L. 94–86) and authorized NSF to
‘‘establish the Alan T. Waterman Award
for research or advanced study in any of
the sciences or engineering’’ to mark the
25th anniversary of the National Science
Foundation and to honor its first
Director. The annual award recognizes
an outstanding young researcher in any
field of science or engineering
supported by NSF. In addition to a
medal, the awardee receives a grant of
$500,000 over a three-year period for
scientific research or advanced study in
the mathematical, physical, medical
biological, engineering, social, or other
sciences at the institution of the
recipient’s choice.
The Alan T. Waterman Award
Committee was established by NSF to
comply with the directive contained in
Pub. L. 94–86. The Committee solicits
nominations from members of the
National Academy of Sciences, National
Academy of Engineering, scientific and
technical organizations, and any other
source, public or private, as appropriate.
In 1976, the Committee initiated a
form letter to solicit these nominations.
In 1980, a nomination form was used
which standardized the nomination
procedures, allowed for more effective
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Committee review, and permitted better
staff work in a short period of time. On
the basis of its review, the committee
forwards its recommendation to the
Director, NSF, and the National Science
Board (NSB).
Candidates must be U.S. citizens or
permanent residents and must be 35
years of age or younger or not more than
seven years beyond receipt of the Ph.D.
degree by December 31 of the year in
which they are nominated. Candidates
should have demonstrated exceptional
individual achievements in scientific or
engineering research of sufficient
quality to place them at the forefront of
their peers. Criteria include originality,
innovation, and significant impact on
the field.
• Vannevar Bush Award. The NSB
established the Vannevar Bush Award
in 1980 to honor Dr. Bush’s unique
contributions to public service. The
award recognizes an individual who,
through public service activities in
science and technology, has made an
outstanding ‘‘contribution toward the
welfare of mankind and the Nation.’’
The NSB ad hoc Vannevar Bush
Award Committee annually solicits
nominations from selected scientific
engineering and educational societies.
Candidates must be a senior stateperson
who is an American citizen and meets
two or more of the following criteria:
1. Distinguished him/herself through
public service activities in science and
technology.
2. Pioneered the exploration, charting
and settlement of new frontiers in
science, technology, education and
public service.
3. Demonstrated leadership and
creativity that have inspired others to
distinguished careers in science and
technology.
4. Contributed to the welfare of the
Nation and mankind through activities
in science and technology.
5. Demonstrated leadership and
creativity that have helped mold the
history of advancements in the Nation’s
science, technology, and education.
Nominations must include a narrative
description about the nominee, a
curriculum vitae (without publications),
and a brief citation summarizing the
nominees scientific or technological
contributions to our national welfare in
promotion of the progress of science.
Nominations must also include two
reference letters, submitted separate
from the nomination through https://
www.fastlane.nsf.gov/honawards/.
Nominations remain active for three
years, including the year of nomination.
After that time, candidates must be
renominated with a new nomination for
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them to be considered by the selection
committee.
• NSB Public Service Award. The
NSB Public Service Award Committee
was established in November 1996. This
annual award recognizes people and
organizations that have increased the
pubic understanding of science or
engineering. The award is given to an
individual and to a group (company,
corporation, or organization), but not to
members of the U.S. Government.
Eligibility includes any individual or
group (company, corporation or
organization) that has increased the
public understanding of science or
engineering. Members of the U.S.
Government are not eligible for
consideration.
Candidates for the individual and
group (company, corporation or
organization) award must have made
contributions to public service in areas
other than research, and should meet
one or more of the following criteria:
1. Increased the public’s
understanding of the processes of
science and engineering through
scientific discovery, innovation and its
communication to the public.
2. Encouraged others to help raise the
public understanding of science and
technology.
3. Promoted the engagement of
scientists and engineers in public
outreach and scientific literacy.
4. Contributed to the development of
broad science and engineering policy
and its support.
5. Influenced and encouraged the next
generation of scientist and engineers.
6. Achieved broad recognition outside
the nominee’s area of specialization.
7. Fostered awareness of science and
technology among broad segments of the
population.
Nominations must include a summary
of the candidate’s activities as they
relate to the selection criteria; the
nominator’s name, address and
telephone number; the name, address,
and telephone number of the nominee;
and the candidate’s vita, if appropriate
(no more than three pages).
The selection committee recommends
the most outstanding candidate(s) for
each category of the NSB, which
approves the awardees.
Nominations remain active for a
period of three years, including the year
of nomination. After that time,
candidates must be renominated with a
new nomination for them to be
considered by the selection committee.
Estimate of Burden: These are annual
award programs with application
deadlines varying according to the
program. Public burden also may vary
according to program; however, it is
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estimated that each submission is
averaged to be 15 hours per respondent
for each program. If the nominator is
thoroughly familiar with the scientific
background of the nominees, time spent
to complete the nomination may be
considerably reduced.
Respondents: Individuals, businesses
or other for-profit organizations,
universities, non-profit institutions, and
Federal and State governments.
Estimated Number of Responses per
Award: 137 responses, broken down as
follows: For the President’s National
Medal of Science, 55; for the Alan T.
Waterman Award, 50; for the Vannevar
Bush Award, 12; for the Public Service
Award, 20.
Estimated Total Annual Burden on
Respondents: 2,280 hours, broken down
by 900 hours for the President’s
National Medal of Science (20 hours per
45 respondents); 900 hours for the Alan
T. Waterman Award (20 hours per 60
respondents); 180 hours for the
Vannevar Bush Award (15 hours per 12
respondents); and 300 hours for the
Public Service Award (15 hours per 20
respondents).
Frequency of Responses: Annually.
Comments: Comments are invited on
(a) whether the proposed collection of
information is necessary for the proper
performance of the functions of the
Agency, including whether the
information shall have practical utility;
(b) the accuracy of the Agency’s
estimate of the burden of the proposed
collection of information; (c) ways to
enhance the quality, utility, and clarity
of the information on respondents,
including through the use of automated
collection techniques or other forms of
information technology; or (d) ways to
minimize the burden of the collection of
information on those who are to
respond, including through the use of
appropriate automated, electronic,
mechanical, or other technological
collection techniques or other forms of
information technology.
Dated: February 24, 2005.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science
Foundation.
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The Board is comprised of the
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The proposed revision would modify
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Pursuant to the Commission’s
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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION
Notice of Intent To Seek Approval To Continue an Information
Collection
AGENCY: National Science Foundation.
ACTION: Notice and request for comments.
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SUMMARY: The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing plans to
request renewal of this collection. In accordance with the requirement
of Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (Pub.
L. 104-13), we are providing an opportunity for public comment on this
action. After obtaining and considering public comment, NSF will
prepare the submission requesting that OMB approve clearance of this
collection for no longer than 3 years.
DATES: Written comments on this notice must be received by May 2, 2005,
to be assured of consideration. Comments received after that date will
be considered to the extent practicable.
ADDRESSES: Written comments regarding the information collection and
requests for copies of the proposed information collection request
should be addressed to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer,
National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Rm. 295, Arlington, VA
22230, or by e-mail to splimpto@nsf.gov.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Contact Suzanne H. Plimpton, Reports
Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard,
Suite 295, Arlington, Virginia 22230; telephone 703-292-75567; or send
e-mail to splimpto@nsf.gov. Individuals who use a telecommunications
device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal Information Relay
Service (FIRS) at 1-800-877-8339 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., Eastern
time, Monday through Friday.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
Title of Collection: National Science Foundation Science Honorary
Awards.
OMB Approval Number: 3145-0035.
Expiration Date of Approval: July 31, 2005.
Type of Request: Intent to seek approval to continue an information
collection for three years.
Abstract: The National Science Foundation (NSF) administers several
honorary awards, among them the President's National Medal of Science,
the Alan T. Waterman Award, the NSB Vannevar Bush Award, and the NSB
Public Service Award.
In 2003, to comply with E-government requirements, the nomination
processes were converted to electronic submission through the National
Science Foundation's (NSF) FastLane system. Individuals can now prepare
nominations and references through https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/ honawards/. First-time users must register on the Fastlane Web site
using the link found in the upper right-hand corner above the ``Log
In'' box before accessing any of the honorary award categories.
Use of the Information: The Foundation has the following honorary
award programs:
President's National Medal of Science. Statutory authority
for the President's National Medal of Science is contained in 42 U.S.C.
1881 (Pub. L. 86-209), which established the award and stated that
``(t)he President shall * * * award the Medal on the recommendations
received from the National Academy of Sciences or on the basis of such
other information and evidence as * * * appropriate.''
Subsequently, Executive Order 10961 specified procedures for the
Award by establishing a National Medal of Science Committee which would
``receive recommendations made by any other nationally representative
scientific or engineering organization.'' On the basis of these
recommendations, the Committee was directed to select its candidates
and to forward its recommendations to the President.
In 1962, to comply with these directives, the Committee initiated a
solicitation form letter to invite these nominations. In 1979, the
Committee initiated a nomination form as an attachment to the
solicitation letter. A slightly modified version of the nomination form
was used in 1980.
The Committee established the following guidelines for selection of
candidates:
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1. The total impact of an individual's work on the present state of
physical, biological, mathematical, engineering, or social and
behavioral sciences is to be the principal criterion.
2. Achievements of an unusually significant nature in relation to
the potential effects of such achievements on the development of
scientific thought.
3. Unusually distinguished service in the general advancement of
science and engineering, when accompanied by substantial contributions
to the content of science at some time.
4. Recognition by peers within the scientific community.
5. Contributions to innovation and industry.
6. Influence on education through publications, students.
7. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who has applied for
citizenship.
In 2003, the Committee changed the active period of eligibility to
three years, including the year of nomination. After that time,
candidates must be renominated with a new nomination package for them
to be considered by the Committee.
Narratives are now restricted to two pages of text, as stipulated
in the guidelines at https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/honawards/nms.
Alan T. Waterman Award. Congress established the Alan T.
Waterman Award in August 1975 (42 U.S.C. 1881a (Pub. L. 94-86) and
authorized NSF to ``establish the Alan T. Waterman Award for research
or advanced study in any of the sciences or engineering'' to mark the
25th anniversary of the National Science Foundation and to honor its
first Director. The annual award recognizes an outstanding young
researcher in any field of science or engineering supported by NSF. In
addition to a medal, the awardee receives a grant of $500,000 over a
three-year period for scientific research or advanced study in the
mathematical, physical, medical biological, engineering, social, or
other sciences at the institution of the recipient's choice.
The Alan T. Waterman Award Committee was established by NSF to
comply with the directive contained in Pub. L. 94-86. The Committee
solicits nominations from members of the National Academy of Sciences,
National Academy of Engineering, scientific and technical
organizations, and any other source, public or private, as appropriate.
In 1976, the Committee initiated a form letter to solicit these
nominations. In 1980, a nomination form was used which standardized the
nomination procedures, allowed for more effective Committee review, and
permitted better staff work in a short period of time. On the basis of
its review, the committee forwards its recommendation to the Director,
NSF, and the National Science Board (NSB).
Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and must be
35 years of age or younger or not more than seven years beyond receipt
of the Ph.D. degree by December 31 of the year in which they are
nominated. Candidates should have demonstrated exceptional individual
achievements in scientific or engineering research of sufficient
quality to place them at the forefront of their peers. Criteria include
originality, innovation, and significant impact on the field.
Vannevar Bush Award. The NSB established the Vannevar Bush
Award in 1980 to honor Dr. Bush's unique contributions to public
service. The award recognizes an individual who, through public service
activities in science and technology, has made an outstanding
``contribution toward the welfare of mankind and the Nation.''
The NSB ad hoc Vannevar Bush Award Committee annually solicits
nominations from selected scientific engineering and educational
societies. Candidates must be a senior stateperson who is an American
citizen and meets two or more of the following criteria:
1. Distinguished him/herself through public service activities in
science and technology.
2. Pioneered the exploration, charting and settlement of new
frontiers in science, technology, education and public service.
3. Demonstrated leadership and creativity that have inspired others
to distinguished careers in science and technology.
4. Contributed to the welfare of the Nation and mankind through
activities in science and technology.
5. Demonstrated leadership and creativity that have helped mold the
history of advancements in the Nation's science, technology, and
education.
Nominations must include a narrative description about the nominee,
a curriculum vitae (without publications), and a brief citation
summarizing the nominees scientific or technological contributions to
our national welfare in promotion of the progress of science.
Nominations must also include two reference letters, submitted separate
from the nomination through https://www.fastlane.nsf.gov/honawards/.
Nominations remain active for three years, including the year of
nomination. After that time, candidates must be renominated with a new
nomination for them to be considered by the selection committee.
NSB Public Service Award. The NSB Public Service Award
Committee was established in November 1996. This annual award
recognizes people and organizations that have increased the pubic
understanding of science or engineering. The award is given to an
individual and to a group (company, corporation, or organization), but
not to members of the U.S. Government.
Eligibility includes any individual or group (company, corporation
or organization) that has increased the public understanding of science
or engineering. Members of the U.S. Government are not eligible for
consideration.
Candidates for the individual and group (company, corporation or
organization) award must have made contributions to public service in
areas other than research, and should meet one or more of the following
criteria:
1. Increased the public's understanding of the processes of science
and engineering through scientific discovery, innovation and its
communication to the public.
2. Encouraged others to help raise the public understanding of
science and technology.
3. Promoted the engagement of scientists and engineers in public
outreach and scientific literacy.
4. Contributed to the development of broad science and engineering
policy and its support.
5. Influenced and encouraged the next generation of scientist and
engineers.
6. Achieved broad recognition outside the nominee's area of
specialization.
7. Fostered awareness of science and technology among broad
segments of the population.
Nominations must include a summary of the candidate's activities as
they relate to the selection criteria; the nominator's name, address
and telephone number; the name, address, and telephone number of the
nominee; and the candidate's vita, if appropriate (no more than three
pages).
The selection committee recommends the most outstanding
candidate(s) for each category of the NSB, which approves the awardees.
Nominations remain active for a period of three years, including
the year of nomination. After that time, candidates must be renominated
with a new nomination for them to be considered by the selection
committee.
Estimate of Burden: These are annual award programs with
application deadlines varying according to the program. Public burden
also may vary according to program; however, it is
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estimated that each submission is averaged to be 15 hours per
respondent for each program. If the nominator is thoroughly familiar
with the scientific background of the nominees, time spent to complete
the nomination may be considerably reduced.
Respondents: Individuals, businesses or other for-profit
organizations, universities, non-profit institutions, and Federal and
State governments.
Estimated Number of Responses per Award: 137 responses, broken down
as follows: For the President's National Medal of Science, 55; for the
Alan T. Waterman Award, 50; for the Vannevar Bush Award, 12; for the
Public Service Award, 20.
Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 2,280 hours, broken
down by 900 hours for the President's National Medal of Science (20
hours per 45 respondents); 900 hours for the Alan T. Waterman Award (20
hours per 60 respondents); 180 hours for the Vannevar Bush Award (15
hours per 12 respondents); and 300 hours for the Public Service Award
(15 hours per 20 respondents).
Frequency of Responses: Annually.
Comments: Comments are invited on (a) whether the proposed
collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of
the functions of the Agency, including whether the information shall
have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of
the burden of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to
enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information on
respondents, including through the use of automated collection
techniques or other forms of information technology; or (d) ways to
minimize the burden of the collection of information on those who are
to respond, including through the use of appropriate automated,
electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection techniques or
other forms of information technology.
Dated: February 24, 2005.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation.
[FR Doc. 05-3927 Filed 2-28-05; 8:45 am]
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