Project Grant 20247002042861
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$950K
Federal Agency
Institute of Food Safety and Nutrition
Federal Grant Program
10.328
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
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