Modelling Evolutionary Pathways of Moons and Exoplanetary Systems
Public support
Provider
Czech Science Foundation
Programme
Standard projects
Call for proposals
SGA0202600001
Main participants
Univerzita Karlova / Matematicko-fyzikální fakulta
Contest type
VS - Public tender
Contract ID
26-21877S
Alternative language
Project name in Czech
Modelling Evolutionary Pathways of Moons and Exoplanetary Systems
Annotation in Czech
The dynamics of giant planet moons and short-period terrestrial exoplanets is shaped by the complex interplay between internal evolution and external forces, with tidal deformation playing a crucial coupling role. Observations of volcanic and cryovolcanic activity, subsurface oceans, and surface deformation across the Solar System, along with studies of exoplanetary systems such as TRAPPIST-1, underscore the need for a comprehensive understanding of these interactions. This project investigates the multi-scale coupling between thermal, rotational, and orbital evolution in planetary bodies, focusing on melt as well as structural and rheological complexities. Through advanced theoretical and numerical models, we will explore how melt affects the internal dynamics of icy shells and silicate-rich interiors, the role of tidal deformation in energy dissipation, and feedback mechanisms driving planetary evolution. The results will predict observable signatures, guiding future space missions targeting moons and the characterisation of exoplanets.
Scientific branches
R&D category
ZV - Basic research
OECD FORD - main branch
10505 - Geology
OECD FORD - secondary branch
10308 - Astronomy (including astrophysics,space science)
OECD FORD - another secondary branch
10102 - Applied mathematics
CEP - equivalent branches <br>(according to the <a href="http://www.vyzkum.cz/storage/att/E6EF7938F0E854BAE520AC119FB22E8D/Prevodnik_oboru_Frascati.pdf">converter</a>)
BD - Information theory<br>BN - Astronomy and celestial mechanics, astrophysics<br>DB - Geology and mineralogy
Solution timeline
Realization period - beginning
Jan 1, 2026
Realization period - end
Dec 31, 2028
Project status
Z - Beginning multi-year project
Latest support payment
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Data delivery to CEP
Confidentiality
S - Úplné a pravdivé údaje o projektu nepodléhají ochraně podle zvláštních právních předpisů
Data delivery code
CEP26-GA0-GA-R
Data delivery date
Apr 27, 2026
Finance
Total approved costs
9,532 thou. CZK
Public financial support
9,142 thou. CZK
Other public sources
390 thou. CZK
Non public and foreign sources
0 thou. CZK