Key project the detection and monitoring of electromagnetic counterparts of gravitational wave sources with swift in O4
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC24K0488
- Awardee
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The Pennsylvania State University UEI NPM2J7MSCF61
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $100,000
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $99,999.62 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- 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
- State College, PA 16802, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Only Action | -$0 | |
| Original award | $100,000 |
About this award
The Pennsylvania State University was awarded a $99,999.62 research grant by a civilian federal agency to support the detection and monitoring of electromagnetic counterparts of gravitational wave sources using the Swift satellite during the fourth observing run (O4) of the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO). The grant, awarded on December 22, 2023, with an ultimate completion date of December 21, 2024, represents a non-set-aside research initiative focused on advancing multi-messenger astronomy capabilities. Work will be performed at Penn State's University Park campus in Pennsylvania.
This project supports critical research in gravitational wave astrophysics by leveraging Swift's rapid-response capabilities to identify and monitor electromagnetic radiation from gravitational wave events. Penn State, as a major public research institution with extensive expertise in advanced scientific research and federal contracting, is well-positioned to contribute to this collaborative effort that enhances understanding of the universe's most energetic phenomena. The research aligns with broader national priorities in fundamental physics and space exploration supported by federal research agencies.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC24K0488?
80NSSC24K0488 was awarded to The Pennsylvania State University by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on December 22, 2023.
How much is contract 80NSSC24K0488 worth?
The government has obligated $100,000 on 80NSSC24K0488.
Was contract 80NSSC24K0488 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC24K0488 was full and open competition.
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