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Title:

XRISM observations of active galaxies

Agreement Number:

25EXPXRSM1

Agreement Value:

$50,000.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 24, 2025 - Mar 31, 2027

Description:

Through this project, Canadian students will be answering fundamental questions on black holes. The XRISM X-ray observations enable the study of the exotic physics at work in the black hole environment, providing the means to determine the composition of the material around black holes, and the direction and velocity at which it is moving.

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:

Halifax, New Brunswick, CA B3H 3C3

Reference Number:

003-2024-2025-Q4-00048

Agreement Type:

Grant

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

Academia

Recipient's Legal Name:

Saint Mary 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.