Early polar cap observations

Regions: Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut

Tags: physical sciences, atmospheric sciences, solar radiation, ionosphere

Principal Investigator: Kelly, John D. (2)
Licence Number: 12535
Organization: SRI International
Licensed Year(s): 1994 1993
Issued: Jan 01, 1994
Project Team: L. Cogger, G. Sheperd, R. Tsunoda, R. Livingston

Objective(s): To continue to study the polar cap ionosphere and upper atmosphere at a recently established scientific facility in Resolute Bay in order to understand the effect of the sun on the structure and dynamics of the planet's atmosphere.

Project Description: The researchers are continuing their long term study of the earth's atmosphere from the newly established scientific facility in Resolute Bay. Data will be collected in order to understand the influence of the sun on the earth's atmosphere.