Grants and Contributions:

Agreement Number:

Agreement Value:

$75,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jan 11, 2017 -

Description:

The project consists in the creation of a critical mass of engineers, scientists and students through the re-flight of an improved imaging O2 Fabry-Perot (F-P) spectrometer, which has been developed and used during a recent stratospheric balloon flight in Kiruna, Sweden. The project will provide the detailed adaptation and the certification of this F-P spectrometer for research on climate change. The team composed with engineers and scientists will work closely on mechanical, electronics and optical systems design to improve this spectrometer for better measurement performance.

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, Quebec, CA

Reference Number:

003-2016-2017-Q4-03324

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Additional Information:

The amount allocated covers one fiscal year.

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.