Project Grant 2112296
Award Date
5/15/22
Completion Date
11/30/22
Dollars Obligated
$256K
Federal Agency
National Science Foundation
Federal Grant Program
47.084
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Alexandria, VA 22312, USA
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