Title:
ICEBEAR (Ionospheric Continuous wave E-region Bistatic Experimental Auroral Radar) Radar Operations
Agreement Number:
20SUGOICEB
Agreement Value:
$262,400.00
Agreement Date:
Sep 30, 2020 - Mar 31, 2024
Description:
A new innovative advanced digital radar, ICEBEAR, makes detailed observations of the lowest portion of the ionosphere, the E-region, which is the first ionized layer above the neutral atmosphere. The radar is able to detect the motion of ionized particles. This charged particle motion is equivalent to an electrical current and is also responsible for the beautiful aurora borealis displays.
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:
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CA S7N 5A2
Reference Number:
003-2020-2021-Q2-04582
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Additional Information:
The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year.
Amendment Date
Aug 17, 2023
Recipient's Legal Name:
University of Saskatchewan
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.