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The National Science Board (NSB) announced a change to the agenda for their upcoming meeting. The meeting will occur over two days, February 23-24, 2021, via videoconference and can be observed by the public on the NSF YouTube channel. On February 23, there will be a closed session to discuss the FY 2021 Budget and 2022 Budget Request, while on February 24, the open session will cover various topics, including NSF's foundational research and strategic plan for 2022-2026.

The National Science Foundation announced the cancellation of a meeting originally scheduled for February 13, 2025, by the Committee on Equal Opportunities in Science & Engineering. The notice of this cancellation was published in the Federal Register. For further information, individuals may contact Crystal Robinson via email at crrobins@nsf.gov or via phone at 703-292-8687.

The NITRD Joint Engineering Team (JET) and Middleware And Grid Interagency Coordination (MAGIC) Communities of Practice hold public meetings throughout 2025, providing opportunities for interaction between federal agencies and the public. These meetings, facilitated by the National Science Foundation, focus on sharing information about research and technology development. Interested individuals can participate in these meetings, which will be available via Zoom, and can sign up for notifications or submit comments through designated email addresses. Meeting details, including dates and agendas, are posted on the NITRD Public Meetings webpage.

The Networking and Information Technology Research and Development (NITRD) Program is organizing public meetings throughout 2021. These meetings are facilitated by the Joint Engineering Team (JET) and the Middleware And Grid Interagency Coordination (MAGIC) Team. They provide a platform for people to engage with federal agencies and participate in discussions about research and technological developments. Interested individuals can find meeting details and sign up for updates via the NITRD website or their mailing lists. Public comments are encouraged and may be submitted for consideration.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing a meeting of the Advisory Committee for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships, scheduled for April 28, 2025. This hybrid meeting allows members to participate both in-person in Alexandria, VA, and virtually. The purpose of the meeting is to offer guidance on implementing the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, focusing on the Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP). The agenda includes an introduction to TIP, current investments and partnerships, and strategic recommendations for its future.

The National Science Foundation (NSF), through its National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics, is planning to renew the Higher Education Research and Development Survey. This survey collects data on research and development expenditures across various fields in higher education and other sectors. Public comments are being solicited as part of this renewal process, and interested parties have until March 11, 2025, to submit their input. The survey aims to provide ongoing, detailed information to be used by researchers, policymakers, and the public to understand trends in scientific research spending.

The National Science Board (NSB) has announced a meeting of its Executive Committee. This meeting is set to take place on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. It will be conducted via video conference through the National Science Foundation in Alexandria, VA. The meeting is closed to the public, and the agenda includes an update from the Director on recent and upcoming activities. For more information, contact Chris Blair at cblair@nsf.gov or 703/292-7000.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing an upcoming open meeting for the Advisory Committee for International Science and Engineering, to be held on March 19, 2021. The meeting will occur virtually via Zoom, and participants need to register beforehand. The purpose is to provide advice on international science and engineering programs, with agenda items including updates on activities, discussions about global leadership, and meetings with NSF leaders. For any questions about logging in, participants can contact Kirk Grabowski, while Christopher Street is available for other inquiries.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is planning to introduce a new collection to gather information on grantee reporting requirements specific to its Accelerating Research through International Network-to-Network Collaboration (AccelNet) Program. This action is in line with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. NSF is inviting public comments on this proposal until February 28, 2025. The proposed modification focuses on creating a tailored report template that reflects the international networking aims of the AccelNet program, as opposed to the NSF's standard template which does not adequately address these aspects.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing a meeting titled the Proposal Review Panel for Materials Research at the University of Pennsylvania on March 31, 2025. This meeting will assess the progress of the Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) during its second year of an award period. The event includes open sessions like presentations and a poster session, but some parts are closed to protect sensitive information. The review aims to evaluate performance and provide recommendations for the project's future.