Project Grant 2137871
Award Date
10/1/21
Completion Date
9/30/22
Dollars Obligated
$750K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.083
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Buffalo, NY 14228, USA
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