Project Grant 2131013
Award Date
8/1/21
Completion Date
7/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$386K
Federal Agency
Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Berrien Springs, MI 49104, USA
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