Strengthening the Infrastructure of the Stellar Observations Network Group (SONG)
Name of applicant
Frank Grundahl
Title
Associate Professor
Institution
Aarhus University
Amount
DKK 515,000
Year
2025
Type of grant
Research Infrastructure
Summary
SONG is a Danish-led global network consisting of 4 astronomical telescopes studying how stars work and searches for planets around other stars. By upgrading key equipment, SONG will provide continuous, high-quality data to complement and enhance the science for major space missions like TESS, PLATO and Denmark’s upcoming STEP satellite-strengthening Denmark’s role in cutting-edge space research.