This request seeks approval for OMB clearance for the NIH New Innovator Award (NIA) Program Process Evaluation. The data collection consists of an online survey to be completed by participants (Applicants and Awardees) and a phone survey to be completed by Extramural Reviewers. The information gathered from these surveys will document the NIA program operations and will be used as a guide to the program officers in their future strategic and management decisions.
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.