Title:
Analysis and modelling of microwave remote sensing data for soil moisture and crop phenology monitoring
Agreement Number:
21SUESAMMI
Agreement Value:
$250,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 22, 2021 - Mar 31, 2025
Description:
Terrestrial surface parameters such as soil moisture, vegetation, together with surface roughness, play significant roles in the forecasting and prediction capabilities of hydrological and atmospheric models. The overall objective of this project is to enhance our knowledge in the Earth system sciences, through improved analysis and modelling of combined SMAP and SMOS data along with RADARSAT Constellation Mission data. The new knowledge that will be generated has the potential not only to enhance our theoretical understanding in Earth system sciences, but also to provide information for practical use (crop monitoring, water resources management, etc.).
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Expected Results:
The Research component of the program provides financial support to organizations to conduct space related research and development in priority areas. It will support targeted knowledge development and innovation to sustain and enhance the Canadian capacity to use space to address national needs and priorities in the future.
Location:
Sherbrooke, Quebec, CA J1K 2R1
Reference Number:
003-2020-2021-Q4-04981
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.
Amendment Date
Feb 16, 2024
Recipient's Legal Name:
Sherbrooke 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.