Mr. W. J. Stanley -4- “December 12, 1979 For our purposes, the sleeping quarters for the scientists on board have ~ been adaquate once the space limitations were recognized. ‘We would never again plan to sail with a complement of 12 scientists on board since the quarters become overly crowded and, because of this, personnel quickly become irritable and are prone to complain excessively. It is quite easy to adjust the people on board to the space and other limitations of the ship. Once this is done, living for the scientists on board is comfortable, personnel are agreeable and work is accomplished using fewer people with a higher degree of efficiency. In summary, for our program, the ship has provided us more than adequate support and for this we are greatly appreciative. Sincerely, y. Victor E. Noshkin Section Leader Aquatic Sciences Section Environmental Sciences Division VEN: cas Copies to: Mr. H. Brown (PASO) Mr, C. Otterman Mr. R. Ray (NVO) Mr. R. Watters (DOE Hdarts.)