Project Grant 2035637
Award Date
8/15/21
Completion Date
7/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$289K
Federal Agency
Division of Polar Programs
Federal Grant Program
47.078
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Storrs, CT 06269, USA
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