Project Grant 2137120
Award Date
12/15/21
Completion Date
11/30/24
Dollars Obligated
$204K
Federal Agency
Division of Polar Programs
Federal Grant Program
47.078
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Boise, ID 83725, USA
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