- (a) A contribution will be initially reviewed by the Board on the basis of the material submitted by the applicant under § 1240.104(b).
- (b) If it is determined that the contribution has been used in a NASA program, or adopted or sponsored or supported by NASA, the contribution will be evaluated for its significant value in the conduct of aeronautical or space activity.
- (c) The Board will recommend an award for such contribution when, upon evaluation of its scientific and technical merits, it is determined to warrant an award of at least $500.