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Polar Geospatial Center: Community and Facility Support for Enabling the Next Decade of Sc — NSF Award to University of Minnesota-

The Polar Geospatial Center (PGC) at the University of Minnesota supports scientific research in the polar regions. PGC distributes high-resolution optical imagery, made available via the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, to U.S. Government-funded polar scientists. Its wide array of services includes satellite i

Award titlePolar Geospatial Center: Community and Facility Support for Enabling the Next Decade of Sc
Award ID2434541
AwardeeUniversity of Minnesota-Twin Cities
CityMINNEAPOLIS
StateMN
Amount obligated$1,998,449
Principal investigatorJames Dickson
ProgramPolar Cyberinfrastructure, ANT Instrum & Facilities, Antarctic Operations Support
Start date07/01/2025
AbstractThe Polar Geospatial Center (PGC) at the University of Minnesota supports scientific research in the polar regions. PGC distributes high-resolution optical imagery, made available via the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, to U.S. Government-funded polar scientists. Its wide array of services includes satellite imagery, topographic maps and educational content. PGC’s activities provide essential support for field operational activities, such as expedition, route and facility planning. The
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