Project Grant 20257041045349
Award Date 9/16/25
Completion Date 9/15/29
Dollars Obligated $150K
Federal Agency
Federal Grant Program
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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