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

York University|Université York

$50,000.00

Synergizing Machine Learning and Additive Manufacturing for Next-Generation Advanced Rockets

FY 2024-25 · 2024-08-16

Summary
This competition aims to harness the creativity and technical skills of women/Black students in the Greater Toronto area (GTA) by engaging them in the creation of novel materials and thermal protection systems using Machine Learning (ML) and Additive Manufacturing (AM). The program is designed to contribute to the development of safer, more reliable, and efficient space missions, while also promoting diversity in STEM fields.
Program
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Location
Toronto|Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Recipient Type
Academia
Type
Grant
Source
Proactive Disclosure - Grants and Contributions

Amendments

Each version of the agreement as published, oldest first, with its total as of that version. The amount above is the latest.

AmendmentDateFiscal YearTotal
02024-08-162024-25$50,000.00
12024-08-162024-25$50,000.00
22024-08-162024-25$50,000.00

As published

Additional Information
The Proponent has requested an extension of the Project completion date, at no additional cost to the CSA, in order to complete Project activities, which were delayed due to limited access to required equipment.
Additional Information (French)
Le bénéficiaire a demandé une prolongation de la date d’achèvement du projet, sans coût additionnel pour l’ASC, afin de terminer les activités du projet, lesquelles ont été retardées en raison d’un accès limité à l’équipement requis.
Agreement End Date
2026-12-31
Agreement Number
24EDIYOR13
Agreement Start Date
2024-08-16
Agreement Title
Synergizing Machine Learning and Additive Manufacturing for Next-Generation Advanced Rockets
Agreement Title (French)
Création d’une synergie entre l’apprentissage automatique et la fabrication additive pour les fusées avancées de nouvelle génération
Agreement Type
Grant
Agreement Value
$50,000.00
Amendment Date
2026-09-09
Amendment Number
2
Description
This competition aims to harness the creativity and technical skills of women/Black students in the Greater Toronto area (GTA) by engaging them in the creation of novel materials and thermal protection systems using Machine Learning (ML) and Additive Manufacturing (AM). The program is designed to contribute to the development of safer, more reliable, and efficient space missions, while also promoting diversity in STEM fields.
Description (French)
Ce concours vise à mettre en valeur la créativité et les compétences techniques des étudiantes et des étudiants noirs de la région du Grand Toronto en les invitant à créer de nouveaux matériaux et systèmes de protection thermique à l’aide de l’apprentissage automatique (AA) et de la fabrication additive (FA). Le programme est conçu pour contribuer au développement de missions spatiales plus sûres, plus fiables et plus efficaces, tout en favorisant la diversité dans les domaines des STIM.
Expected Results
The Space Learning element of the program provides financial support to participate in learning opportunities to Canadian students at the post-secondary level and physicians to increase their knowledge and experience in advanced space-related educational activities and disciplines.
Expected Results (French)
L’élément de programme Éducation spatiale offre une aide financière permettant aux étudiants de niveau postsecondaire et aux médecins canadiens de profiter de possibilités d’apprentissage afin d’approfondir leurs connaissances et leur expérience dans des disciplines et des activités liées au domaine spatial.
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 Awareness and Learning Component aims to provide learning opportunities to Canadian students in various space-related disciplines; to support the operations of organizations dedicated to space research and education; and to increase awareness of Canadian space science and technology among Canadian students and their participation in related activities.
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 Sensibilisation et éducation vise à offrir des possibilités d'apprentissage aux étudiants canadiens dans diverses disciplines liées à l'espace, à soutenir les activités des organisations qui se consacrent à la recherche et à l'éducation dans le domaine spatial, à sensibiliser les étudiants canadiens aux sciences et technologies spatiales canadiennes et à les faire participer davantage à des activités connexes.
Recipient City
Toronto|Toronto
Recipient Country
CA
Recipient Legal Name
York University|Université York
Recipient Operating Name
York University|York University
Recipient Postal Code
M3J 1P3
Recipient Province or Territory
ON
Recipient Type
S
Reference Number
003-2024-2025-Q2-00060