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1 Charter and Organization of the Board
1 Charter and Organization of the Board
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The Space Science Board changed its name to the Space Studies Board in 1989 to reflect its expanded scope, which now includes space applications and other topics. Today, the SSB exists to provide an independent, authoritative forum for information and advice on all aspects of space science and applications, and it serves as the focal point within the National Academies for activities on space research.
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Major Functions of the Space Studies Board The Board provides an independent, authoritative forum for information and advice on all aspects of space science and applications and serves as the focal point within the National Academies for activities on space research. The Board itself does not conduct studies, but it oversees advisory studies and program assessments conducted by ad hoc study committees (see Chapter 3)
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Mission Concepts Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board Board on Physics and Astronomy Committee on National Statistics of the Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education A Strategy to Optimize the U.S. Optical/Infrared System in Survey of Surveys: Lessons Learned from the Decadal the Era of the Large Synoptic Survey Telescope Survey Process Board on Physics and Astronomy A Framework for Analyzing the Needs for Continuity of NASA- Review of MEPAG Report on Planetary Protection for Sustained Remote Sensing Observations of the Earth from Space Mars Special Regions Meeting of Experts Workshop Terrestrial Organic Contamination Requirements Associated with Mars Sample Caching and Return for Sharing the Adventure with the Student: Exploring the Planetary Protection Intersection of NASA Space Science and Education Board on Science Education Symposium CAS-NAS Forum for New Leaders in Space Science Denotes Collaboration FIGURE 1.1 Organization of the Space Studies Board, its standing committees, ad hoc study committees, and special projects in 2014.
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The ad hoc study committees that were in place during 2014 are summarized in Chapter 3. COLLABORATION WITH OTHER NATIONAL RESEARCH COUNCIL UNITS Much of the work of the SSB involves topics that fall entirely within its principal areas of responsibility and can be addressed readily by its members and committees.
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aOversight committee or board within the National Research Council: ASEB Aeronautics and Space Engineering Board BPA Board on Physics and Astronomy SSB Space Studies Board DBASSE Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education bPrincipal audiences: Federal agencies that have funded or shown interest in SSB reports. DHS Department of Homeland Security DOD Department of Defense DOE Department of Energy FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency NASA National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASA/ESMD NASA Exploration Systems Mission Directorate NASA/SMD NASA Science Mission Directorate NOAA National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NSF National Science Foundation OMB Office of Management and Budget OSTP Office of Science and Technology Policy USGS United States Geological Survey ASSURING THE QUALITY OF SPACE STUDIES BOARD REPORTS A major contributor to the quality of the SSB reports (Table 1.1 lists the 2014 releases)
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Being able to draw on such a broad base of expertise is a unique strength of the NRC advisory process. AUDIENCE AND SPONSORS The Space Studies Board's efforts have been relevant to a full range of government audiences in civilian space research -- including NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD)
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Berkner, the Board's first chair, who played an instrumental role in creating and promoting the International Geophysical Year, a global effort that made it possible for scientists from around the world to coordinate observations of various geophysical phenomena. The general goal of each internship is to provide a promising undergraduate student an opportunity to work in civil space research policy in the nation's capital, under the aegis of the National Academies. Internships are offered twice a year; in the summer for undergraduates and in autumn for undergraduate and graduate students. Interns typically work with the Board, its committees, and staff on one or more of the advisory projects currently underway. Other interns, paid or unpaid, also join the SSB staff on an ad hoc basis. In 2014, the SSB had the pleasure of hosting five interns through the summer and fall programs.
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