Grant: Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
The University of Western Ontario|The University of Western Ontario
$35,000.00
The Formation of Crystalline Silicate Dust -- Testbed Observations of post-AGB Stars with JWST
FY 2025-26 · 2026-02-25
Summary
This project will use JWST/MIRI to study six nebulae that are transiforming into perfect crystals and analyze organic molecules called PAHs (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons) that reveal the environmental conditions in these stellar nebulae. By comparing the location of the crystals with the PAH-measured conditions, we can finally determine how cosmic crystals form, improving our understanding of planetary formation building blocks.
Department
Program
Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Location
London|London, Ontario, Canada
Recipient Type
Academia
Type
Grant
Source
Proactive Disclosure - Grants and Contributions
As published
Agreement End Date
2028-03-31
Agreement Number
25JWGO4B11
Agreement Start Date
2026-02-25
Agreement Title
The Formation of Crystalline Silicate Dust -- Testbed Observations of post-AGB Stars with JWST
Agreement Title (French)
The Formation of Crystalline Silicate Dust -- Testbed Observations of post-AGB Stars with JWST
Agreement Type
Grant
Agreement Value
$35,000.00
Amendment Number
0
Description
This project will use JWST/MIRI to study six nebulae that are transiforming into perfect crystals and analyze organic molecules called PAHs (Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons) that reveal the environmental conditions in these stellar nebulae. By comparing the location of the crystals with the PAH-measured conditions, we can finally determine how cosmic crystals form, improving our understanding of planetary formation building blocks.
Description (French)
Ce projet utilisera JWST/MIRI pour étudier six nébuleuses qui se transforment en cristaux parfaits et analyser des molécules organiques appelées PAH qui révèlent les conditions environnementales dans ces nébuleuses stellaires. En comparant l’emplacement des cristaux aux conditions révélées par les PAH, nous pourrons enfin déterminer comment les cristaux cosmiques se forment, améliorant notre compréhension des briques de formation planétaire.
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
London|London
Recipient Country
CA
Recipient Legal Name
The University of Western Ontario|The University of Western Ontario
Recipient Postal Code
N6A 3K7
Recipient Province or Territory
ON
Recipient Type
S
Reference Number
003-2025-2026-Q4-00066