We will undertake the first realistic assessment of the effects of a nearby supernova upon the earth, using parameters derived from an event with terrestrial evidence and combining effects of…
Ended Grant For Research Awarded Last action
- Contract number
- NNX14AK22G
- Awardee
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Washburn University Of Topeka UEI N3ULCQLVFB48
- Awarding agency
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Shared Services Center
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Obligated
- $361,469
Award facts
- Contract value 100% obligated
- $361,469.39 Current and potential, with all options
- Completion date 100% complete
- Current and potential, with all options
- NAICS code
- Not on record
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- Competition
- Full and Open Competition · 0 offers Basic Research
- Pricing
- Other
- Place of performance
- Topeka, KS 66621, USA
Award details come from SAM.gov/FPDS.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
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| Funding Only Action | -$137,579 | |
| Funding Only Action | $0 | |
| Funding Only Action | $169,198 | |
| Funding Only Action | $162,841 | |
| Original award | $167,009 |
Description
We will undertake the first realistic assessment of the effects of a nearby supernova upon the earth, using parameters derived from an event with terrestrial evidence and combining effects of atmospheric ionizations and radiation impact on organisms on the ground and in the ocean. Supernova (SN) explosions arise from the same star-forming processes that give rise to planetary systems. The ionizing radiation during and immediately after SN explosions poses an ongoing hazard to the biosphere. This extrasolar influence on the planetary conditions for life can be crucially important, but the true threat of nearby supernovae, and detailed nature of their impact on the biosphere, has not yet been studied in a systematic way. Past work on understanding nearby SN effects has been approximate. Evidence exists in the form of 60FE in sediment cores that a relatively nearby SN close enough to modify surface UV levels, boost muon radiation levels, and possibly modify climate happened within the last few MYR. Additional evidence, sufficient to make estimates of the distance of an event 2-3 MYR ago, was announced at the APS april 2013 meeting and further details will be released in fall 2013.
Quick answers
Who was awarded contract NNX14AK22G?
NNX14AK22G was awarded to Washburn University Of Topeka by Shared Services Center (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) on June 10, 2014.
How much is contract NNX14AK22G worth?
The government has obligated $361,469 on NNX14AK22G.
Was contract NNX14AK22G competed?
The extent of competition for NNX14AK22G was full and open competition. The government received 0 offers.
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