Project Grant 20237043838706
Award Date
11/1/22
Completion Date
10/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$748K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Federal Grant Program
10.225
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Chelsea, MA 02150, USA
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