Notice of Intent To Seek Approval To Continue an Information Collection, 21073-21075 [2011-9032]

Download as PDF Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 72 / Thursday, April 14, 2011 / Notices Ohio Aerospace Institute, The President’s Room, 22800 Cedar Point Road, Cleveland, OH 44142. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Marla King, NAC Administrative Officer, National Aeronautics and Space Administration Headquarters, Washington, DC 20546, 202/358–1148. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The agenda for the meeting will include reports from the NAC Committees: —Aeronautics —Audit, Finance and Analysis —Commercial Space —Education and Public Outreach —Exploration —Information Technology Infrastructure —Science —Space Operations —Technology and Innovation ADDRESSES: The meeting will be open to the public up to the seating capacity of the room. It is imperative that the meeting be held on this date to accommodate the scheduling priorities of the key participants. Dated: April 8, 2011. P. Diane Rausch, Advisory Committee Management Officer, National Aeronautics and Space Administration. [FR Doc. 2011–9035 Filed 4–13–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7510–13–P NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION [Notice: (11–040)] NASA Advisory Council; Science Committee; Earth Science Subcommittee; Meeting Dated: April 8, 2011. P. Diane Rausch, Advisory Committee Management Officer, National Aeronautics and Space Administration. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. ACTION: Notice of meeting. AGENCY: Council (NAC) Science Committee. This Task Group reports to the Science Committee of the NAC. The Meeting will be held for the purpose of soliciting from the scientific community and other persons scientific and technical information relevant to program planning. Wednesday, May 4, 2011, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Local Time. ADDRESSES: This meeting will take place telephonically and by WebEx. Any interested person may call the USA toll free conference call number 800–369– 3194, pass code TAGAGMAY4, to participate in this meeting by telephone. The WebEx link is https:// nasa.webex.com/, meeting number 394 692 974, and password tagag_May4. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ms. Marian Norris, Science Mission Directorate, NASA Headquarters, Washington, DC 20546, (202) 358–4452, fax (202) 358–4118, or mnorris@nasa.gov. DATES: The agenda for the meeting includes the following topic: —Organizing Analysis Groups to Serve the Needs of More than One NASA Mission Directorate It is imperative that the meeting be held on these dates to accommodate the scheduling priorities of the key participants. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Dated: April 8, 2011. P. Diane Rausch, Advisory Committee Management Officer, National Aeronautics and Space Administration. [FR Doc. 2011–9039 Filed 4–13–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7510–13–P NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 92–463, as amended, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announces a meeting of the Earth Science Subcommittee of the NASA Advisory Council (NAC). This Subcommittee reports to the Science Committee of the NAC. The Meeting will be held for the purpose of soliciting from the scientific community and other persons scientific and technical information relevant to program planning. [FR Doc. 2011–9037 Filed 4–13–11; 8:45 am] Notice of Intent To Seek Approval To Continue an Information Collection BILLING CODE 7510–13–P AGENCY: Wednesday, May 11, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Thursday, May 12, 2010, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Local Time. ADDRESSES: NASA Headquarters, 300 E Street, SW., Room 3H46, Washington, DC 20546. SUMMARY: SUMMARY: mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES Ms. Marian Norris, Science Mission Directorate, NASA Headquarters, Washington, DC 20546, (202) 358–4452, fax (202) 358–4118, or mnorris@nasa.gov. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The meeting will be open to the public up to the capacity of the room. The agenda for the meeting includes the following topics: —Earth Science Division Update. —NASA’s Earth Science Modeling Programs and Activities. It is imperative that the meeting be held on these dates to accommodate the scheduling priorities of the key participants. Attendees will be requested to sign a register and to comply with NASA security requirements, including the presentation of a valid picture ID, before receiving an access badge. Foreign nationals attending this meeting will be required to provide a copy of their passport, visa, or green card in addition to providing the following information no less than 10 working days prior to the meeting: Full name; gender; date/ place of birth; citizenship; visa/green card information (number, type, expiration date); passport information (number, country, expiration date); employer/affiliation information (name of institution, address, country, telephone); title/position of attendee. To expedite admittance, attendees with U.S. citizenship can provide identifying information 3 working days in advance by contacting Marian Norris via e-mail at mnorris@nasa.gov or by telephone at (202) 358–4452. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: 21073 DATES: VerDate Mar<15>2010 20:32 Apr 13, 2011 Jkt 223001 National Science Foundation. Notice and Request for Comments. ACTION: NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION [Notice: (11–037)] NASA Advisory Council; Task Group of the Science Committee; Meeting National Aeronautics and Space Administration. ACTION: Notice of meeting. AGENCY: In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act, Public Law 92–463, as amended, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announces a meeting of the Task Group of the NASA Advisory PO 00000 Frm 00134 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 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 June 13, 2011 to be SUMMARY: E:\FR\FM\14APN1.SGM 14APN1 mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES 21074 Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 72 / Thursday, April 14, 2011 / Notices 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 703–292–7556; 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: June 30, 2011. Type of Request: Intent to seek approval to revise 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 National Science Board (NSB) Vannevar Bush Award, the NSB Public Service Award, and the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM) program. 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 VerDate Mar<15>2010 20:32 Apr 13, 2011 Jkt 223001 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: 1. Principal criterion: the total impact of an individual’s work on the current state of physical, biological, mathematical, engineering or social and behavioral sciences. 2. Achievements of an unusually significant nature in relation to the potential effects on the development of scientific thought. 3. Unusually distinguished service in the general advancement of science and engineering, especially when accompanied by substantial contributions to the content of science. Recognition by peers within the scientific community. 4. Contributions to innovation and industry. 5. Influence on education through publications, teaching activities, outreach, mentoring, etc. 6. 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 PO 00000 Frm 00135 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 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 P.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 himself/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. E:\FR\FM\14APN1.SGM 14APN1 mstockstill on DSKH9S0YB1PROD with NOTICES Federal Register / Vol. 76, No. 72 / Thursday, April 14, 2011 / Notices 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 nominee’s 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 public 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. VerDate Mar<15>2010 20:32 Apr 13, 2011 Jkt 223001 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 to 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. • Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM) program In 1996, the White House, through the National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) and the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), established the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM) program. The program, administered on behalf of the White House by the National Science Foundation, seeks to identify outstanding mentoring efforts or programs designed to enhance the participation of groups (women, minorities and persons with disabilities) underrepresented in science, mathematics and engineering. The awardees will serve as exemplars to their colleagues and will be leaders in the national effort to more fully develop the Nation’s human resources in science, mathematics and engineering. An honorarium in the amount of $10,000 will accompany the award along with a commemorative Presidential certificate. The award will be made to: (1) An individual who has demonstrated outstanding and sustained mentoring and effective guidance to a significant number of students at the K– 12, undergraduate, or graduate education level or (2) to an organization that, through its programming, has enabled a substantial number of students underrepresented in science, mathematics and engineering to successfully pursue and complete the relevant degree programs. It is anticipated that each award will be used to continue the recognized activity. The nominees must have served in such a mentoring role for at least five years. Estimate of Burden: These are annual award programs with application deadlines varying according to the PO 00000 Frm 00136 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 9990 21075 program. Public burden also may vary according to program; however, across all the programs, it is estimated that each submission will average 19 hours per respondent. If the nominator is thoroughly familiar with the scientific background of the nominee, 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: 207 responses, broken down as follows: For the President’s National Medal of Science, 55; for the Alan T. Waterman Award, 60; for the Vannevar Bush Award, 12; for the Public Service Award, 20; and for the PAESMEM, 60. Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 3,980 hours, broken down by 1,100 hours for the President’s National Medal of Science (20 hours per 55 respondents); 1,200 hours for the Alan T. Waterman Award (20 hours per 60 respondents); 180 hours for the Vannevar Bush Award (15 hours per 12 respondents); 300 hours for the Public Service Award (15 hours per 20 respondents); and 1,200 hours for the PAESMEM (20 hours per 60 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: April 8, 2011. Suzanne H. Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation. [FR Doc. 2011–9032 Filed 4–13–11; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7555–01–P E:\FR\FM\14APN1.SGM 14APN1

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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 June 13, 
2011 to be

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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 703-292-7556; 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: June 30, 2011.
    Type of Request: Intent to seek approval to revise 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 National Science Board (NSB) Vannevar 
Bush Award, the NSB Public Service Award, and the Presidential Awards 
for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring 
(PAESMEM) program.
    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:
    1. Principal criterion: the total impact of an individual's work on 
the current state of physical, biological, mathematical, engineering or 
social and behavioral sciences.
    2. Achievements of an unusually significant nature in relation to 
the potential effects on the development of scientific thought.
    3. Unusually distinguished service in the general advancement of 
science and engineering, especially when accompanied by substantial 
contributions to the content of science. Recognition by peers within 
the scientific community.
    4. Contributions to innovation and industry.
    5. Influence on education through publications, teaching 
activities, outreach, mentoring, etc.
    6. 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 P.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 himself/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.

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    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 nominee's 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 public 
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 to 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.
     Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics 
and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM) program
    In 1996, the White House, through the National Science and 
Technology Council (NSTC) and the Office of Science and Technology 
Policy (OSTP), established the Presidential Awards for Excellence in 
Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM) program. The 
program, administered on behalf of the White House by the National 
Science Foundation, seeks to identify outstanding mentoring efforts or 
programs designed to enhance the participation of groups (women, 
minorities and persons with disabilities) underrepresented in science, 
mathematics and engineering. The awardees will serve as exemplars to 
their colleagues and will be leaders in the national effort to more 
fully develop the Nation's human resources in science, mathematics and 
engineering.
    An honorarium in the amount of $10,000 will accompany the award 
along with a commemorative Presidential certificate. The award will be 
made to: (1) An individual who has demonstrated outstanding and 
sustained mentoring and effective guidance to a significant number of 
students at the K-12, undergraduate, or graduate education level or (2) 
to an organization that, through its programming, has enabled a 
substantial number of students underrepresented in science, mathematics 
and engineering to successfully pursue and complete the relevant degree 
programs. It is anticipated that each award will be used to continue 
the recognized activity. The nominees must have served in such a 
mentoring role for at least five years.
    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, across all the programs, 
it is estimated that each submission will average 19 hours per 
respondent. If the nominator is thoroughly familiar with the scientific 
background of the nominee, 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: 207 responses, broken down 
as follows: For the President's National Medal of Science, 55; for the 
Alan T. Waterman Award, 60; for the Vannevar Bush Award, 12; for the 
Public Service Award, 20; and for the PAESMEM, 60.
    Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 3,980 hours, broken 
down by 1,100 hours for the President's National Medal of Science (20 
hours per 55 respondents); 1,200 hours for the Alan T. Waterman Award 
(20 hours per 60 respondents); 180 hours for the Vannevar Bush Award 
(15 hours per 12 respondents); 300 hours for the Public Service Award 
(15 hours per 20 respondents); and 1,200 hours for the PAESMEM (20 
hours per 60 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: April 8, 2011.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation.
[FR Doc. 2011-9032 Filed 4-13-11; 8:45 am]
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