Grants and Contributions:

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$399,398.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 31, 2016 -

Description:

The University of Calgary operates the CASSIOPE science satellite. The ePOP payload generates a large amount of highly valuable science data on the impact of space weather on the ionosphere. This grant will support the calibration, documentation and sharing of these data to increase their use, for the benefit of Canadians.

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:

Calgary, Alberta, CA

Reference Number:

003-2015-2016-Q4-02720

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Additional Information:

The grant ends on 31 March 2017. The funds are allocated over two fiscal years.

Recipient's Legal Name:

University of Calgary

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.