Recipients of the NSF-sponsored IGERT
grants are expected to integrate instruction in ethics and the
responsible conduct of research into their training programs.
However, no mechanism is currently in place to determine (1)
whether such instruction occurs once the award is made, and (2)
whether such instruction meets its goals. Thus, the NSF would like
to survey the 100 IGERT recipients (to date) to answer the above
questions. The results of the survey will be used to update Program
Announcements and annual report requirements to reflect NSF's
desire to promote the...
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.