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Title:

Inference of D-Region Electron Density Profiles from Ground-Based Measurements

Agreement Number:

21SUSTIDED

Agreement Value:

$249,315.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 22, 2021 - Mar 31, 2025

Description:

Interference of D-region Electron Density Map radio wave absorption across Canada using a network of radio receivers, called riometers, to study how space weather affects the use of radio links across Canada.

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:

Calgary, Alberta, CA T2N 1N4

Reference Number:

003-2020-2021-Q4-05181

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Additional Information:

The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.

Amendment Date

Mar 16, 2024

Recipient's Legal Name:

The Governors of the University of Calgary

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.

Amendments:

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