Project Grant 20236701239483
Award Date
4/1/23
Completion Date
3/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$225K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Bloomington, IN 47405, USA
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