XMM-newton observation of the smallest galaxy cluster hosting a radio relic
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC24K1776
- Awardee
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The University Of Kentucky Research Foundation UEI H1HYA8Z1NTM5
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $15,000
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $15,000.00 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
- Lexington, KY 40526, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Other Administrative Action | $0 | |
| Original award | $15,000 |
About this award
The University of Kentucky Research Foundation has been awarded a $15,000 grant by a civilian federal agency's Shared Services Center to conduct XMM-Newton observations of the smallest galaxy cluster hosting a radio relic. The contract, awarded October 1, 2024, is classified as a research grant with an ultimate completion date of September 30, 2026. This non-set-aside award supports scientific research to be performed in Lexington, Kentucky, leveraging the Research Foundation's extensive capabilities in executing federal contracts and grants across diverse scientific and technological domains.
The XMM-Newton space observatory, operated by the European Space Agency with NASA participation, provides X-ray imaging and spectroscopy capabilities used by researchers worldwide to study high-energy astrophysical phenomena. This research project focuses on observations of an exceptionally small galaxy cluster exhibiting a radio relic—a diffuse radio source generated by particle acceleration during cluster merger events. The University of Kentucky Research Foundation, a non-profit subsidiary of the university and registered federal contractor since 2002, brings substantial experience managing scientific research initiatives funded by agencies including the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and NASA, positioning it well to execute this specialized astrophysical research grant.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC24K1776?
80NSSC24K1776 was awarded to The University Of Kentucky Research Foundation by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on October 1, 2024.
How much is contract 80NSSC24K1776 worth?
The government has obligated $15,000 on 80NSSC24K1776.
Was contract 80NSSC24K1776 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC24K1776 was full and open competition.
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