The Ocean Observatories Initiative Facility Board (OOIFB) provides independent input and guidance regarding the management and operation of the U.S. National Science Foundation Ocean Observatories Initiative (NSF OOI). All such input and guidance will be communicated to the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). The OOIFB works to expand scientific and public awareness of NSF OOI, and ensure that the oceanographic community is kept informed of developments of NSF OOI.
Graphical Representation of OOIFB Interaction
The OOIFB Administrative Support Office (ASO) is located at the University of Rhode Island, Graduate School of Oceanography.