Project Grant 2219347
Award Date
11/1/22
Completion Date
10/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$262K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Richardson, TX 75080, USA
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