Project Grant 2136161
Award Date
12/1/21
Completion Date
11/30/24
Dollars Obligated
$655K
Federal Agency
Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Norman, OK 73019, USA
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