Grants and Contributions

Developing and incorporating dynamic flood inundation parameterization in regional Earth system models, which are used in concert with global Earth system models to study climate and climate change across space and time. The proposed innovative development will be guided by space-based observations and cutting-edge machine learning approaches. The developed model will be applied to understand evolving inundation characteristics and their impacts on the local climate and region of influence, for different future greenhouse gas emission scenarios. The findings of this research will inform decision-making related to climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies across Canada

TREx Auroral Transport Model

Verify the model used to interpret TREx with readings from satellites. TREx is a network of auroral cameras and radio receivers spread across Canada designed to study space weather.

Auroral Prediction of Energetic Electron Flux

Using machine learning and ground-based observations, perform modeling of the “ring current” in our upper atmosphere.

Multi-instrument Studies of Ionospehric Structures at Extreme High Latitudes

Verify electron density measures taken by satellites, using an international network of radars called “SuperDARN”.

High Resolution ICEBEAR E-region Investigations

Calibrate the ICEBEAR radar, an innovative Canadian digital radar that can measure waves signals our atmosphere.

Ion Heating and Outflow

Simulate how ultra-low-frequency plasma waves in our magnetosphere interact with the atmosphere close to Earth. These waves can heat up ions in our atmosphere, and launch them deeper into space. Ion upflow can lead to the loss of atmosphere into space.

Radiation Belt Acceleration & Loss Models

Investigate how and why high energy particles escape from the ""Van Allen"" radiation belts.

Swarm High-Latitude Electrodynamics

Measure ion flow with high precision, using Canadian instruments on the European Space Agency's "Swarm" satellites. During extreme space weather, these fast flows are accompanied by large currents that can interfere with electrical technology on the ground.

Empirical Model of Shortwave Radio Propagation in the High-Latitude Ionosphere

Track radio reflections over the Canadian High Arctic using radars to help forecast interruptions in radio signals due to space weather.

Trans-ionospheric RRI Studies

Study radio waves sent from radars on the ground up to satellites. By tracking which waves pass through the atmosphere, researchers can infer which were reflected back to the ground.