Project Grant 20256801644163
Award Date
12/15/24
Completion Date
12/14/27
Dollars Obligated
$1M
Federal Agency
Institute of Bioenergy, Climate, and Environment
Federal Grant Program
10.310
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
South Miami, FL 33146, USA
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