Project Grant 2132161
Award Date
4/15/22
Completion Date
3/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$299K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.083
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Ithaca, NY 14853, USA
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