Project Grant 2223497
Award Date
1/1/23
Completion Date
12/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$400K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Medford, MA 02155, USA
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