Proposal Review Panel for Materials Research; Notice of Meeting, 56236-56237 [2012-22409]

Download as PDF 56236 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 177 / Wednesday, September 12, 2012 / Notices NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request National Science Foundation. Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request. AGENCY: ACTION: The National Science Foundation (NSF) has submitted the following information collection requirement to OMB for review and clearance under the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104– 13. This is the second notice for public comment; the first was published in the Federal Register at 77 FR 40090, and no comments were received. NSF is forwarding the proposed renewal submission to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for clearance simultaneously with the publication of this second notice. The full submission may be found at: https:// www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. 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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. mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES SUMMARY: VerDate Mar<15>2010 18:51 Sep 11, 2012 Jkt 226001 NSF may not conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless the collection of information displays a currently valid OMB control number and the agency informs potential persons who are to respond to the collection of information that such persons are not required to respond to the collection of information unless it displays a currently valid OMB control number. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title of Collection: ‘‘Biological Sciences Proposal Classification Form’’ OMB Approval Number: 3145–0203. Type of Request: Intent to seek approval to renew an information collection for three years. Proposed Project: Five organizational units within the Directorate of Biological Sciences of the National Science Foundation will use the Biological Sciences Proposal Classification Form. They are the Division of Biological Infrastructure (DBI), the Division of Environmental Biology (DEB), the Division of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences (MCB), the Division of Integrative Organismal Systems IOS) and Emerging Frontiers (EF). All scientists submitting proposals to these units will be asked to complete an electronic version of the Proposal Classification Form. The form consists of brief questions about the substance of the research and the investigator’s previous federal support. Each division will have a slightly different version of the form. In this way, submitters will only confront response choices that are relevant to their discipline. Use of the Information: The information gathered with the Biological Sciences Proposal Classification Form serves two main purposes. The first is facilitation of the proposal review process. Since peer review is a key component of NSF’s grant-making process, it is imperative that proposals are reviewed by scientists with appropriate expertise. The information collected with the Proposal Classification Form helps ensure that the proposals are evaluated by specialists who are well versed in appropriate subject matter. This helps maintain a fair and equitable review process. The second use of the information is program evaluation. The Directorate is committed to investing in a range of substantive areas. With data from this collection, the Directorate can calculate submission rates and funding rates in specific areas of research. Similarly, the information can be used to identify emerging areas of research, evaluate PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 changing infrastructure needs in the research community, and track the amount of international research. As the National Science Foundation is committed to funding cutting-edge science, these factors all have implications for program management. The Directorate of Biological Sciences has a continuing commitment to monitor its information collection in order to preserve its applicability and necessity. Through periodic updates and revisions, the Directorate ensures that only useful, non-redundant information is collected. These efforts will reduce excessive reporting burdens Burden on the Public: The Directorate estimates that an average of five minutes is expended for each proposal submitted. An estimated 6,500 responses are expected during the course of one year for a total of 542 public burden hours annually. Expected Respondents: Individuals. Estimated Number of Responses: 6,500. Estimated Number of Respondents: 6,500. Estimated Total Annual Burden on Respondents: 542 hours. Frequency of Responses: On occasion. Dated: September 7, 2012. Suzanne H. Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation. [FR Doc. 2012–22428 Filed 9–11–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7555–01–P NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION Proposal Review Panel for Materials Research; Notice of Meeting In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92– 463 as amended), the National Science Foundation announces the following meeting: Name: Site visit review of the Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) at the Colorado School of Mines by the Division of Materials Research (DMR) #1203. Dates & Times: October 4, 2012; 7:15 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; October 5, 2012; 8 a.m.– 4:45 p.m. Place: Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO. Type of Meeting: Part open. Contact Person: Dr. Sean L. Jones, Program Director, Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers Program, Division of Materials Research, Room 1065, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230, Telephone (703) 292–2986. E:\FR\FM\12SEN1.SGM 12SEN1 Federal Register / Vol. 77, No. 177 / Wednesday, September 12, 2012 / Notices Purpose of Meeting: To provide advice and recommendations concerning further support of the MRSEC at CSM. Agenda: Thursday, October 4, 2012 7:15 a.m.–3:45 p.m. Open—Review of the MRSEC 3:45 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Closed— Executive Session Friday, October 5, 2012 8 a.m.–9 a.m. Closed—Executive session 9 a.m.–10:45 a.m. Open—Review of the MRSEC 10:45 a.m.–4:45 p.m. Closed— Executive Session, Draft and Review Report Reason for Closing: The work being reviewed may include information of a proprietary or confidential nature, including technical information; financial data, such as salaries and personal information concerning individuals associated with the MRSEC. These matters are exempt under 5 U.S.C. 552 b(c), (4) and (6) of the Government in the Sunshine Act. Dated: September 7, 2012. Susanne Bolton, Committee Management Officer. Activity for Which Permit Is Requested [FR Doc. 2012–22410 Filed 9–11–12; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 7555–01–P NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION Notice of Permit Applications Received Under the Antarctic Conservation Act of 1978 (Pub. L. 95–541) In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92– 463, as amended), the National Science Foundation (NSF) announces its intent to hold proposal review meetings throughout the year. The purpose of these meetings is to provide advice and recommendations concerning proposals submitted to the NSF for financial support. The agenda for each of these meetings is to review and evaluate proposals as part of the selection process for awards. The review and evaluation may also include assessment of the progress of awarded proposals. The majority of these meetings will take place at NSF, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, Virginia 22230. These meetings will be closed to the public. The proposals being reviewed include information of a proprietary or confidential nature, including technical information; financial data, such as salaries; and personal information concerning individuals associated with the proposals. These matters are exempt under 5 U.S.C. 552b(c), (4) and (6) of the Government in the Sunshine Act. NSF Jkt 226001 The National Science Foundation (NSF) is required to publish a notice of permit applications received to conduct activities regulated under the Antarctic Conservation Act of 1978. NSF has published regulations under the Antarctic Conservation Act at Title 45 Part 670 of the Code of Federal Regulations. This is the required notice of permit applications received. DATES: Interested parties are invited to submit written data, comments, or views with respect to this permit application by October 12, 2012. This application may be inspected by interested parties at the Permit Office, address below. ADDRESSES: Comments should be addressed to Permit Office, Room 755, Office of Polar Programs, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22230. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Polly A. Penhale at the above address or (703) 292–7420. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The National Science Foundation, as directed by the Antarctic Conservation Act of 1978 (Pub. L. 95–541), as amended by the Antarctic Science, Tourism and Conservation Act of 1996, SUMMARY: Proposal Review; Notice of Meetings mstockstill on DSK4VPTVN1PROD with NOTICES Dated: September 7, 2012. Susanne Bolton, Committee Management Officer. National Science Foundation. Notice of Permit Applications Received under the Antarctic Conservation Act of 1978, Public Law 95–541. NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION 18:51 Sep 11, 2012 has developed regulations for the establishment of a permit system for various activities in Antarctica and designation of certain animals and certain geographic areas a requiring special protection. The regulations establish such a permit system to designate Antarctic Specially Protected Areas. The applications received are as follows: ACTION: BILLING CODE 7555–01–P VerDate Mar<15>2010 will continue to review the agenda and merits of each meeting for overall compliance of the Federal Advisory Committee Act. These closed proposal review meetings will not be announced on an individual basis in the Federal Register. NSF intends to publish a notice similar to this on a quarterly basis. For an advance listing of the closed proposal review meetings that include the names of the proposal review panel and the time, date, place, and any information on changes, corrections, or cancellations, please visit the NSF Web site: https://www.nsf.gov. This information may also be requested by telephoning, 703/292–8182. AGENCY: [FR Doc. 2012–22409 Filed 9–11–12; 8:45 am] 56237 PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 1. Applicant Permit Application: 2013–020. Lockheed Martin IS&GS, Antarctic Support Contract, 7400 S. Tucson Way, Centennial, CO 80112–3938. Introduce non-indigenous species into Antarctica. The applicant plans to import and use commercially available, freeze-dried marine bacterium, Vibrio fisheri, NRRL B–11177, for experimental use at the Crary Science and Engineering Center (CSEC) at McMurdo Station. This bacterium is used as one of the reagents for the Microtox toxicity analyzer, Azur Environmental model 500, 0073486. The bacterium is used with a reconstituting reagent to determine toxicity levels. All laboratory plastic-ware (tubes tips, etc.) used with the bacteria will be autoclaved to destroy any residual bacteria. Location McMurdo Station. Antarctica. Dates October 10, 2012 to August 31, 2017. Applicant Permit Application: 2013–021. Larissa Min, 1425 E. Prospect St., #5, Seattle, WA 98112. Activity for Which Permit Is Requested Enter Antarctic Specially Protected Areas. The applicant plans to enter ASPA 105—Beaufort Island, ASPA 121—Cape Royds, ASPA 124—Cape Crozier, ASPA 131—Canada Glacier, ASPA 154—Cape Evans, ASPA 156— Backdoor Bay, Cape Royds, ASPA 157— Discovery Hut, and ASPA 172—Blood Falls to photograph, audio tape and shoot video of science teams working in these various areas. In addition, the applicant will photograph the historic huts to document how the early explorers coped with the environment. The applicant will use these observations to construct a creative narrative of Antarctica and its scientific pursuits. E:\FR\FM\12SEN1.SGM 12SEN1

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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION


Proposal Review Panel for Materials Research; Notice of Meeting

    In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-
463 as amended), the National Science Foundation announces the 
following meeting:
    Name: Site visit review of the Materials Research Science and 
Engineering Center (MRSEC) at the Colorado School of Mines by the 
Division of Materials Research (DMR) 1203.
    Dates & Times: October 4, 2012; 7:15 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; October 5, 
2012; 8 a.m.-4:45 p.m.
    Place: Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO.
    Type of Meeting: Part open.
    Contact Person: Dr. Sean L. Jones, Program Director, Materials 
Research Science and Engineering Centers Program, Division of Materials 
Research, Room 1065, National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson 
Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22230, Telephone (703) 292-2986.

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    Purpose of Meeting: To provide advice and recommendations 
concerning further support of the MRSEC at CSM.
    Agenda:

Thursday, October 4, 2012

7:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Open--Review of the MRSEC
3:45 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Closed--Executive Session

Friday, October 5, 2012

8 a.m.-9 a.m. Closed--Executive session
9 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Open--Review of the MRSEC
10:45 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Closed--Executive Session, Draft and Review Report
    Reason for Closing: The work being reviewed may include information 
of a proprietary or confidential nature, including technical 
information; financial data, such as salaries and personal information 
concerning individuals associated with the MRSEC. These matters are 
exempt under 5 U.S.C. 552 b(c), (4) and (6) of the Government in the 
Sunshine Act.

    Dated: September 7, 2012.
Susanne Bolton,
Committee Management Officer.
[FR Doc. 2012-22409 Filed 9-11-12; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 7555-01-P
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