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Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative
Remote sensing research support
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative supports Canadian educational organizations and research centers in developing RADARSAT-2 applications for remote sensing research. It promotes fundamental and applied research that uses new RADARSAT-2 capabilities and encourages synthetic aperture radar remote sensing among graduate students.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Fundamental and applied research for applications development using the new capabilities offered by RADARSAT-2.
- Development of RADARSAT-2 applications.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian educational organizations.
- Canadian research centers.
Processing and Agreement
- Projects submitted will be evaluated by scientists in Earth Observation under the supervision of an Advisory Board from Government of Canada and academia members.
- The evaluation process should take between 4 to 6 weeks.
- Acquisition could begin once the project is accepted.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative Program
What is the Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative?
Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative supports Canadian educational organizations and research centers in developing RADARSAT-2 applications for remote sensing research. It promotes fundamental and applied research that uses new RADARSAT-2 capabilities and encourages synthetic aperture radar remote sensing among graduate students.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative program?
To be eligible for the Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative program, you must:
Canadian educational organizations and research centers may apply.
Proposals must focus on fundamental and applied research for RADARSAT-2 applications development.
What expenses are eligible under Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative?
Fundamental and applied research for applications development using the new capabilities offered by RADARSAT-2.
Development of RADARSAT-2 applications.
Who can I contact for more information about the Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative?
You can contact Canadian Space Agency (CSA) by email at soar-e@asc-csa.gc.ca or by phone at 450-926-6749.
Where is the Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative available?
The Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative program is available across Canada.
Is the Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Science and Operational Applications Research - Education (SOAR-E) Initiative is a Grant and Funding