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Grant: Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology

McGill University|Université McGill

$249,999.00

The atmospheric temperature, humidity and clouds in the upper-troposphere and lower stratosphere (UTLS)

FY 2020-21 · 2021-03-22

Summary
The upper-troposphere and lower-stratosphere (UTLS) is a critical atmospheric region that influences the Earth climate. However, the thermodynamic conditions in this region are insufficiently observed and poorly simulated in current weather and climate models. In this project, we will integrate the measurements of Canadian and international satellites to better understand the distribution of clouds, temperature and water vapor and their co-variabilities in the UTLS region and incorporate the observational constraints in the modeling process to improve the simulations of the Canadian models. The research will help improve Canada's ability of climate and weather prediction and support the development of future satellite missions.
Program
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Location
Montreal|Montréal, Quebec, Canada
Recipient Type
Academia
Type
Grant
Source
Proactive Disclosure - Grants and Contributions

As published

Additional Information
The amount allocated covers more than one fiscal year
Additional Information (French)
La somme allouée couvre plus d'un exercice financier.
Agreement End Date
2024-03-31
Agreement Number
21SUASATHC
Agreement Start Date
2021-03-22
Agreement Title
The atmospheric temperature, humidity and clouds in the upper-troposphere and lower stratosphere (UTLS)
Agreement Title (French)
La température atmosphérique, l’humidité et les nuages dans la haute troposphère et la basse stratosphère (UTLS)
Agreement Type
Grant
Agreement Value
$249,999.00
Amendment Number
0
Description
The upper-troposphere and lower-stratosphere (UTLS) is a critical atmospheric region that influences the Earth climate. However, the thermodynamic conditions in this region are insufficiently observed and poorly simulated in current weather and climate models. In this project, we will integrate the measurements of Canadian and international satellites to better understand the distribution of clouds, temperature and water vapor and their co-variabilities in the UTLS region and incorporate the observational constraints in the modeling process to improve the simulations of the Canadian models. The research will help improve Canada's ability of climate and weather prediction and support the development of future satellite missions.
Description (French)
La haute-troposphère et la basse-stratosphère (HTBS) est une région atmosphérique critique qui influence le climat de la Terre. Cependant, les conditions thermodynamiques de cette région sont insuffisamment observées et mal simulées dans les modèles météorologiques et climatiques actuels. Dans ce projet, nous intégrerons les mesures des satellites canadiens et internationaux pour mieux comprendre la distribution des nuages, de la température et de la vapeur d'eau ainsi que leurs variations dans la région HTBS et nous incorporerons les contraintes d'observation dans le processus de modélisation pour améliorer les simulations des modèles canadiens. La recherche contribuera à améliorer la capacité du Canada en matière de prévisions climatiques et météorologiques et à soutenir le développement de futures missions satellitaires.
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.
Expected Results (French)
Le volet Recherche du programme offre aux organisations une aide financière qui leur permettra de mener leurs activités de recherche et développement spatiales dans des secteurs prioritaires. Ce volet appuiera le développement des connaissances et l’innovation dans les domaines ciblés de manière à soutenir et à accroître la capacité du Canada d’utiliser l’espace pour répondre aux besoins et aux priorités du pays dans le futur.
Organization Code
csa-asc
Organization
Canadian Space Agency | Agence spatiale canadienne
Program Name
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Program Name (French)
Programme global de subventions et contributions à l'appui de la recherche, de la sensibilisation et de l'éducation en sciences et technologies spatiales
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.
Program Purpose (French)
Ce programme appuie le développement des connaissances et l'innovation dans des domaines prioritaires de l'ASC et accroît la sensibilisation et la participation des Canadiens aux disciplines et aux activités liées à l'espace. Le volet Recherche vise à soutenir le développement des sciences et des technologies, à favoriser le développement continu d'une masse critique de chercheurs et de personnes hautement qualifiées au Canada, et à appuyer la collecte d'information, la recherche et les études relatives à l'espace en tenant compte des priorités de l'ASC.
Recipient City
Montreal|Montréal
Recipient Country
CA
Recipient Legal Name
McGill University|Université McGill
Recipient Postal Code
H3A 0G4
Recipient Province or Territory
QC
Recipient Type
S
Reference Number
003-2020-2021-Q4-04941