Federal Register #2026-16884

NOAA Science Advisory Board Membership Nomination Request

NOAA, part of the Department of Commerce, is seeking nominations for its Science Advisory Board (SAB). - The SAB advises NOAA leadership on research, education, and science application for resource management and environmental assessment. - Candidates should have expertise in: - Government, social and behavioral sciences - Artificial intelligence, machine learning, high performance computing - Data management (including open access and accessibility) - Uncrewed systems - Whale research and conservation - Aircraft systems and modernization - Economic analysis (including cost-benefit evaluation of observing systems) - No OEMs or vendors are involved; this is a request for advisory board membership. - Notable requirements: - Demonstrated scientific and technical expertise - Leadership experience - Ability to actively contribute to SAB activities - No conflicts of interest - Appointments are typically for three-year terms, with possible reappointment.

Description

The NOAA Science Advisory Board (SAB) is soliciting nominations for membership. The SAB advises the Under Secretary of Commerce for Oceans and Atmosphere on strategies for research, education, and the application of science to resource management and environmental assessment. NOAA seeks candidates with expertise in areas such as government, social and behavioral sciences, artificial intelligence, machine learning, high performance computing, data management, uncrewed systems, whale research, aircraft systems, and economic analysis. Nominations must be received within 30 days of publication.

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