Project Grant 2140157
Award Date
6/15/22
Completion Date
5/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$336K
Federal Agency
Division of Polar Programs
Federal Grant Program
47.078
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Soldotna, AK 99669, USA
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