Grants and Contributions:

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$49,800.00

Agreement Date:

May 20, 2016 -

Description:

This project aims to exploit the RADARSAT-2 Interferometry (InSAR) in permafrost characterization and establish the relationship in the surface deformation between freezing and melting stage as well as the active layer characteristics.

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:

Toronto, Ontario, CA

Reference Number:

003-2016-2017-Q1-03062

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient's Legal Name:

York University

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.