Project Grant 20237041041183
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$250K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Federal Grant Program
10.519
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Miami, FL 33199, USA
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