# WoU-MMA: IceCube Data Analysis in the U.S. 2025-2028

> **NSF 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT** · University of Maryland, College Park (MD) · $2,330,000

## Abstract

The IceCube Neutrino Observatory consists of a cubic kilometer of deep, clear glacial ice, embedded with specialized cameras.  Located in Antarctica near the South Pole, IceCube has transformed the South Polar ice cap into a most unusual telescope; instead of sensing light, it makes an image of the sky using a subatomic particle called a neutrino.  Neutrinos can travel through light years of steel without stopping, allowing us to peer into the dense cores of some of the most energetic objects in the universe, areas from which light cannot escape.  Their presence gives us insight into the forces that power stars and galaxies.  Since it was built, IceCube, the first telescope of its kind, has made a number of exciting discoveries.  We have observed the first neutrinos from outside our galaxy and the first high energy neutrinos from our own Milky Way galaxy. We even have the ability to probe some of the secrets of neutrinos themselves, which could change our understanding of one of the most fundamental building blocks of our universe.  IceCube scientists are always eager to share this knowledge with the general public through a number of activities, from school programs to reach young people, to radio and television productions to engage adult audiences.  This grant allows us to continue to analyze these images, make new discoveries, and maintain the leadership of the United States in this new and exciting field of science.

This grant provides funding for scientists at 12 U.S

## Key facts

- **NSF award ID:** 2513077
- **Awardee organization:** University of Maryland, College Park (MD)
- **SAM.gov UEI:** NPU8ULVAAS23
- **PI:** Kara D Hoffman
- **Primary program:** 01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
- **All programs:** Windows on the Universe (WoU), Artificial Intelligence (AI), PHYSICS OF THE UNIVERSE
- **Estimated total:** $2,330,000
- **Funds obligated:** $2,330,000
- **Transaction type:** Standard Grant
- **Period:** 09/01/2025 → 08/31/2026

## Primary source

NSF Award Search: https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2513077

## Citation

> US National Science Foundation, Award 2513077, WoU-MMA: IceCube Data Analysis in the U.S. 2025-2028. Retrieved via AI Analytics 2026-06-07 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/grant/nsf/2513077. Licensed CC0.

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