Project Grant 2207011
Award Date
1/15/22
Completion Date
12/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$185K
Federal Agency
Division of Polar Programs
Federal Grant Program
47.078
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Poquonock Bridge, CT 06340, USA
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