This program funds further development of the chianti atomic database and software package. Chianti is widely used in astrophysics for modeling radiative emissions coming from STARS and nebulae and is…
Active Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- 80NSSC25K7964
- Awardee
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American University UEI H4VNDUN2VWU5
- Awarding agency
-
Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $56,562
Award facts
- Contract value 33% obligated
- $170,767.00 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 49% 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
- Washington, DC 20016, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Funding Only Action | $26,562 | |
| Original award | $30,000 |
About this award
American University has been awarded a $170,767 research grant by a civilian federal agency to support continued development of the CHIANTI Atomic Database and Software Package. CHIANTI is a widely utilized tool in astrophysics research for modeling radiative emissions from stars and nebulae, serving as critical infrastructure for NASA science missions. The grant, which extends through April 30, 2028, will fund further development efforts designed to support upcoming X-ray and ultraviolet heliophysics missions while facilitating the transition to an open-source environment to enhance collaboration and data exploitation capabilities. This award carries no set-aside designation.
As a private, non-profit research university based in Washington, D.C., American University brings substantial experience in securing federal research funding and scientific research initiatives. The university has established itself as a reliable partner to NASA and other federal agencies across multiple scientific disciplines, including astrophysics, solar physics, and planetary science. This CHIANTI project represents the continuation of American University's contributions to advancing the theoretical and computational tools essential to NASA's heliophysics and astrophysics research objectives.
Description
This program funds further development of the chianti atomic database and software package. Chianti is widely used in astrophysics for modeling radiative emissions coming from STARS and nebulae and is thus critical infrastructure for NASA science. The new development will support upcoming x-RAY and ultraviolet heliophysics missions and support the transition to an open-source environment that will facilitate collaboration and data exploitation.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract 80NSSC25K7964?
80NSSC25K7964 was awarded to American University by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on May 1, 2025.
How much is contract 80NSSC25K7964 worth?
The government has obligated $56,562 on 80NSSC25K7964. Its current value, with exercised options, is $170,767.
Was contract 80NSSC25K7964 competed?
The extent of competition for 80NSSC25K7964 was full and open competition.
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