Title:
Micro-Analysis of Chondritic Meteorites
Agreement Number:
22EXPOSIYO
Agreement Value:
$300,000.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2022 - Sep 30, 2026
Description:
This study will aid in the preparation for the analysis of the pristine samples to be returned from asteroid
(101955) Bennu – Canada’s first pristine samples returned from space. It has three parts:
1. Continue the development of thermal measurement techniques to investigate the returned-samples.
2. Gain some experience working with pristine and fragile samples that may contain volatiles.
3. Prove out our new measurement chambers that will allow spectroscopic analyses while maintaining
cleanliness and volatile preservation.
4. Assess other techniques that may be used to quantify properties of chondritic meteorites,
particularly at the micro-scale.
Organization:
Canadian Space Agency
Expected Results:
The Research component of the programprovides financial support to organizations toconduct space related researchand development in priority areas. It willsupport targeted knowledge developmentand innovation to sustain and enhance theCanadian capacity to use space to addressnational needs and priorities in thefuture
Location:
Toronto, Ontario, CA M3J1P3
Reference Number:
003-2021-2022-Q4-00047
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
Payment will be made over three financial years from 2021/22 to 2023/24.
Amendment Date
Oct 10, 2025
Recipient's Operating Name:
York University
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.