National Science Foundation
In accordance with the Federal Advisory Committee Act (Pub. L. 92-463, as amended), the National Science Foundation (NSF) announces the following meeting:
Name and Committee Code: Advisory Committee for Polar Programs (1130).
Date and Time: September 10, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; September 11, 2029; 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Place: National Science Foundation, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 (Virtual).
Type of Meeting: Open.
Contact Person: Andrew Backe, National Science Foundation, Room W 7237, 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; Phone 703-292-2454.
Minutes: May be obtained from the contact person listed above.
Purpose of Meeting: To provide advice and recommendations to the National Science Foundation concerning support for polar research, education, infrastructure and logistics, and related activities.
Agenda
September 10, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (Virtual)
September 11, 2020; 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (Virtual)
- COVID 19 Impacts
- Alaska Native Letter
- Discussion regarding Subcommittee on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
- Review of Antarctic Sciences Committee of Visitors (COV) Report
- USAP Polar Vessel Requirements Updates
- NSF GEO Activities Updates
- Advisory Committee Liaison Updates
- Meeting with the NSF Director & Chief Operating Officer
- NSF Response to the Arctic Portfolio Review Updates
- Review of Arctic Sciences COV Report
Dated: August 4, 2020.
Crystal Robinson,
Committee Management Officer.