Title:
The Colour and Surface Stereo Imaging System (CaSSIS) onboard the 2016 ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter (TGO): Planetary Co-Investigator 2025-2028 support for mission operations and science
Agreement Number:
24EXPROSS1
Agreement Value:
$150,000.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 14, 2025 - Mar 31, 2028
Description:
This project will support the 2016 ExoMars TGO/CaSSIS mission operations and science. Science investigations under the Impact Cratering and Composition & Photometry science theme groups are emphasized herein. Impact cratering has shaped the geology of Mars and influenced volatile exchange between its lithosphere, hydrosphere/cryosphere, and atmosphere. These interactions are recorded in surface minerals revealing a complex history and insights into both past and present processes, climate and habitability.
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:
London, Ontario, CA N6A 3K7
Reference Number:
003-2024-2025-Q4-00042
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Western Ontario
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.