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From
NSF website:
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent
agency of the U.S. Government, established by the National
Science Foundation Act of 1950, as amended, and related
legislation, 42 U.S.C. 1861 et seq., and was given additional
authority by the Science and Engineering Equal Opportunities
Act (42 U.S.C. 1885), and Title I of the Education for
Economic Security Act (20 U.S.C. 3911 to 3922).
The Foundation consists of the National Science Board
of 24 part-time members and a Director (who also serves
as ex officio National Science Board member), each appointed
by the President with the advice and consent of the U.S.
Senate. Other senior officials include a Deputy Director
who is appointed by the President with the advice and
consent of the U.S. Senate, and eight Assistant Directors. |
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