Title:
Surveying Stellar Shenanigans: Exploring M dwarf Flares for Exoplanetary Insights
Agreement Number:
25JWGO4A13
Agreement Value:
$84,770.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 22, 2026 - Mar 31, 2028
Description:
This project will use NIRISS to observe M dwarf stellar flares, which disrupt stellar spectra and affect exoplanet studies. By monitoring five active stars and building a library of over 400 flares, the project will improve models of M dwarf activity and refine interpretations of exoplanet spectra influenced by stellar flares.
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:
Montreal, Quebec, CA H3A 0G4
Reference Number:
003-2025-2026-Q4-00045
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient's Legal Name:
The Royal Institution for the Advancement of Learning - McGill 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.