Project Grant 20246701742678
Award Date
7/15/24
Completion Date
7/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$300K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Diego, CA 92182, USA
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