Project Grant 2142610
Award Date
3/15/22
Completion Date
2/28/27
Dollars Obligated
$606K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Orlando, FL 32827, USA
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