High-energy particles known as cosmic rays play a critical role in setting the ionization within molecular clouds, thereby shaping chemical abundances, gas temperatures and dynamics. The ionization…
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC20K0507
- Awardee
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University Of Texas At Austin UEI V6AFQPN18437 Part of University Of Texas System
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $351,559
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $351,559.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition Basic Research
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Austin, TX 78712, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $121,552 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $116,978 | |
| Original award | $113,029 |
About this award
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) awarded a $351,559.00 grant for research to the University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin). The research focuses on understanding how high-energy cosmic rays interact with and influence star formation processes and the properties of protoplanetary disks. This research aligns with NASA's broader interests in advancing our understanding of star and planet formation. The award is a grant, rather than a contract, indicating the funding is for fundamental scientific research rather than the delivery of a specific product or service. The grant does not have a set-aside designation, meaning it was competed on an unrestricted basis. UT Austin, as the prime recipient, may work with subcontractors or partners within the University of Texas System as part of this research effort.
Description
High-energy particles known as cosmic rays play a critical role in setting the ionization within molecular clouds, thereby shaping chemical abundances, gas temperatures and dynamics. The ionization rate also impacts the properties and evolution of protoplanetary disks, where the level of ionization dictates the amount of turbulence and may influence planet formation. Both recent theoretical work and observations suggest that low-energy cosmic rays are accelerated by the accretion and jet shocks of forming STARS. The implication is that star-forming regions are booming factories of cosmic rays. Exactly how these cosmic rays propagate through their environment and shape the star formation process is not clear.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC20K0507?
80NSSC20K0507 was awarded to University Of Texas At Austin by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on May 1, 2020.
How much is contract 80NSSC20K0507 worth?
The government has obligated $351,559 on 80NSSC20K0507.
Was contract 80NSSC20K0507 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC20K0507 was full and open competition.
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