21-MSLPSP21_2-0059 long-range tracking of chonps hotspots and organic compounds on the martian surface via chemcam: developing novel data science tools for uncovering
Active Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC23K0190
- Awardee
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Universities Space Research Association UEI VPWMMPGGPJ74
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $0
Award facts
- Contract value 0% obligated
- $544,781.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 67% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- Contracting staff
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- PSC
- AJ11 General Science And Technology R&D Services; General Science And Technology; Basic Research
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition Basic Research
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Columbia, MD 21046, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $33,187 | |
| Funding Only Action | $49,513 | |
| Funding Only Action | $108,800 | |
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $45,388 | |
| Original award | $50,155 |
About this award
Universities Space Research Association (USRA) received a $544,781 grant award from NASA's Shared Services Center on October 31, 2022, for research titled "Long-Range Tracking of CHONPS Hotspots and Organic Compounds on the Martian Surface via ChemCam: Developing Novel Data Science Tools for Uncovering." The grant, which carries no set-aside designation, is scheduled for completion by September 30, 2028, and will be performed in Columbia, Maryland. This research initiative supports NASA's planetary science objectives by advancing data analysis methodologies for the ChemCam instrument aboard the Curiosity rover, which has been instrumental in characterizing the elemental and mineralogical composition of Mars' surface.
USRA, a nonprofit research organization headquartered in Washington, DC, is well-positioned to execute this work through its extensive track record supporting NASA missions and planetary science investigations. The grant funds the development of novel data science tools designed to enable long-range tracking and identification of key chemical elements (carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur) and organic compounds on Mars, contributing to the broader understanding of Mars' habitability and geological history. This award reflects USRA's recognized expertise in merging scientific research with advanced computational methodologies across NASA's Science Mission Directorate programs.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC23K0190?
80NSSC23K0190 was awarded to Universities Space Research Association by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on October 31, 2022.
How much is contract 80NSSC23K0190 worth?
The government has obligated $0 on 80NSSC23K0190. Its current value, with exercised options, is $544,781.
Was contract 80NSSC23K0190 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC23K0190 was full and open competition.
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