Title:
Towards a complete NIR/MIR view of the circumgalactic medium of a brightest cluster galaxy at z=0.4
Agreement Number:
25JWGO4A17
Agreement Value:
$60,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 24, 2026 - Mar 31, 2028
Description:
This project targets a cool-core brightest cluster galaxy where JWST Cycle 2 data revealed warm H2 and clumpy PAH emission in the circumgalactic medium, likely from jet-driven shocks. Using full NIRSpec and MIRI/MRS IFU coverage (2-28 µm), the project will map gas temperature, excitation and ionization to study how shocks, turbulence and feedback regulate star formation and molecular gas survival. Combined with ALMA, VLA and Chandra data, it will provide the first spatially resolved view of the baryon cycle in a BCG and its cold CGM.
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:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6T 1Z3
Reference Number:
003-2025-2026-Q4-00054
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of British Columbia
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.