Project Grant 2210394
Award Date
5/1/22
Completion Date
4/30/25
Dollars Obligated
$299K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Charlotte, NC 28223, USA
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