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The Center for Geospace Studies (CGS) specializes in the study of the fundamental processes governing the nature of the upper atmosphere and space environment. These studies involve experiments using incoherent scatter radar, satellite and optical instruments, and radiowave diagnostics. The staff also conducts basic physics research in ionospheric/magnetospheric physics, middle atmosphere/lower thermosphere, and stratosphere/troposphere.
Under the auspices of the National Science Foundation (NSF), CGS operates, manages, and conducts research at the Sondrestrom Research Facility in Greenland, and the Resolute Bay Early Polar Cap Observatory in Canada. With the support of NSF and NASA, CGS coordinates the operation of facilities at Altair, Marshall Islands on an occasional basis for basic ionospheric research.
In addition, under a grant from NSF, the Center for Geospace Studies is
leading the collaborative effort to develop and build the Advanced Modular
Incoherent Scatter Radar (AMISR), whose novel modular configuration is designed
to allow relative ease of relocation for studying upper atmospheric activity
around the globe. Remote operation and electronic beam steering allow researchers
to operate and position the AMISR radar instantaneously to accurately measure
rapidly changing space weather events.
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For further information about the Center for Geospace Studies contact
Dr. John Kelly
SRI International
333 Ravenswood Avenue
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Phone: (650) 859-3749
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