Project Grant 20246701942343
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
7/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$880K
Federal Agency
Institute of Bioenergy, Climate, and Environment
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Norman, OK 73019, USA
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