Title:
Multi-variate assimilation of satellite soil moisture and terrestrial water storage production hydrologic models in support of water security in Canada
Agreement Number:
21SUESMVAS
Agreement Value:
$209,478.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 22, 2021 - Mar 31, 2027
Description:
This project aims to develop a multi-variate data assimilation system to integrate the space-based soil moisture measurements from SMAP and SMOS and the terrestrial water storage observations from GRACE/GRACE-FO with hydrological modeling. The scientific objective is to exploit the potential of Earth observation, especially the scientific data collected through Canadian investments in space-based platforms in developing and advancing physically-based groundwater surface water computational models, thus providing evidence-based support for a better understanding of the physical processes that govern water movement in both the surface and subsurface domains of the Earth system.
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:
Mississauga, Ontario, CA L5L 1C6
Reference Number:
003-2020-2021-Q4-05040
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.
Amendment Date
Jan 20, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Toronto
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.