Project Grant 2208904
Award Date
2/1/23
Completion Date
1/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$276K
Federal Agency
Division of Biological Infrastructure
Awardee
Not listed
Federal Grant Program
47.074
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Akron, OH 44313, USA
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