Title:
ASTROSAT data analysis. A UVIT multi-wavelength studies of M31 and NGC205. B FUV X-ray study of Hercules X-1 during the Short-High State. C FUV study of Five Nearby Galaxies.
Agreement Number:
23ASTCALGA
Agreement Value:
$45,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 21, 2023 - Mar 24, 2024
Description:
This is a grant to support the study with AstroSat of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31), NGC 205 and five other nearby galaxies by combining UVIT and Hubble Space Telescope observations. The grant will also support the study with AstroSat of the X-ray binary source Her X-1 and investigate the structure of its accretion disk.
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:
003-2022-2023-Q4-00047
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient's Legal Name:
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.