Title:
Quantifying and modeling the spatiotemporal dynamics of induced electric fields to mitigate space weather
Agreement Number:
23SUSTDYNA
Agreement Value:
$149,066.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 24, 2024 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
Geomagnetic disturbances pose a continuing threat to Canada’s technological infrastructure; understanding and modeling these disturbances is a crucial step to mitigating this threat. This proposal fills critical gaps in our current knowledge of geomagnetic disturbances and will quantify the drivers and spatial and temporal dynamics of these disturbances. The proposal will further develop a novel machine learning model of geomagnetic disturbances which will aid stakeholders and forecasters in making operational decisions to limit the impact of space weather. The work accomplished here is strategically aligned with CSA's Priorities and Objectives and will help to elevate Canada’s research reputation.
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:
Thunder Bay, Ontario, CA P7B 5E1
Reference Number:
003-2023-2024-Q4-00049
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Amendment Date
Mar 3, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
Lakehead 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.