Agreement Value:
$200,000.00
Agreement Date:
Nov 28, 2014 -
Description:
This project entitled ""Risk Reduction Activities for the Canadian High-Energy Neutron Spectrometry System II (CHENSS II)"" will perform research and development on a new, improved instrument that will be able to take a more accurate inventory of the energy distribution of neutrons onboard the International Space Station. These measurements will help to understand the levels of radiation astronauts are exposed to on board the International Space Station.
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Expected Results:
-Increased knowledge from research projects in priority space S&T areas (number of new and ongoing space science and technology initiatives and projects).
-Number of completed space science and technology initiatives (Announcement of Opportunity) and proj
Location:
Chalk River, Ontario, CA
Reference Number:
003-2014-2015-Q3-02162
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.
Recipient's Legal Name:
Bubble Technology Industries (BTI)
Program:
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Program Purpose:
This program supports knowledge development and innovation in the CSA's priority areas while increasing the awareness and participation of Canadians in space-related disciplines and activities.
The Research Component aims to support the development of science and technology; foster the continual development of a critical mass of researchers and highly qualified people in Canada; and support information gathering and space-related studies and research pertaining to Canadian Space Agency priorities.