Grants and Contributions:

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$285,600.00

Agreement Date:

Jan 22, 2016 -

Description:

Muscle atrophy is the most important factor involved in the loss of muscle strength and mass during spaceflight and bed rest. The objective of this study is to determine the cellular and molecular events controlling the atrophic process, using a 60 day bed-rest model.

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:

Ottawa, Ontario, CA

Reference Number:

003-2015-2016-Q4-02740

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Additional Information:

The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.

Recipient's Legal Name:

University of Ottawa

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.