Telepresence uses satellite
communication from the ship to shore bring the unknown ocean to the
screens of scientist and the general public in their homes, schools
or offices in near real time. With technology constantly evolving
it is important to address the needs of the shore based scientists
and public to maintain a high level of participation. We hope to
use voluntary surveys to identify the needs of users of data, best
approaches to leverage expertise of shore based participants and to
create a “Citizen Science” web portal for meaningful public
engagement focused on ocean exploration.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.