The NSF has
demonstrated the need for this survey to both FEDAC and OM Both OMB
and FEDAC are in agreement that NSF should consult with us prior to
future clearance requests in order to reduce burden.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
07/31/1984
07/31/1984
579
0
0
15,054
0
0
0
0
0
THIS UNIQUE DATA SYSTEM WHICH IS
UNAVAILABLE FROM ANY OTHER SOURCE PROVIDES THE BASIS FOR NATIONAL
PLANNING AND POLICY FORMULATION REGARDING ACADEMIC SCIENCE AND
TECHNOLOGY. THESE DATA ARE USED BY CONGRESS, OTHER FEDERAL
AGENCIES, INDUSTRY, PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES AND FOUNDATIONS, STATES,
UNIVERSITIES, THE PRESS, INTERNATIONAL GROUPS AND NSF.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.