McMaster University

$500,000.00 CAD

≈ 6 Canadians' average pay for a year

Department: Canadian Space Agency
Program: Class Grant and Contribution Program to Support Research, Awareness and Learning in Space Science and Technology
Recipient country: Canada
Fiscal year: 2024-2025
Agreement period: October 15, 2024 – September 30, 2027
Reference: csa-asc:003-2024-2025-Q3-00013

Published purpose

The project is a pioneering initiative aimed at advancing space radiation dosimetry technology while providing valuable training opportunities for students. The project's focus on advancing space radiation dosimetry directly contributes to astronaut health and safety during space missions. Furthermore, CNP-TEPC's capabilities position it as a potential replacement for existing ISS dosimetry equipment, with applications extending to terrestrial radiation monitoring in diverse environments, including nuclear power plants, medical facilities.

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