Project Grant 20233380040454
Award Date
7/1/23
Completion Date
6/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$365K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Federal Grant Program
10.225
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Kenai, AK, USA
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