Project Grant 20236701946178
Award Date 4/15/26
Completion Date 6/14/26
Dollars Obligated $644K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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