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Appendix B: Questions for Principal Investigators
Pages 52-53

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... The study will review parameters such as measures of success, experiences of PIs and key managers, and the principles governing the execution of EVs, including cost, cadence, and implementation risks. Specifically, the committee is considering: • Measures of success for EV-I and EV-M endeavors; • The experiences of principal investigators, project managers, and institutions in the proposing, implementation, and operation of EV investigations; • EV foundational principles, including the means by which they are implemented and enforced, as well as the implications of non-conformity; • Potential trades among cadence, cost (including cost caps)
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... d. Please provide your thoughts on the current single-step selection process versus an alternative two-step selection process where the first step is a shorter, science-focused "proposal of intent" which includes a synopsis of the measurement needs and design plan with NASA rating the top 2-3 submitted missions/instruments, followed by recommendations for a more complete proposal where mission readiness assessment is also considered for the final selection.
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