Project Grant 2228581
Award Date
1/15/23
Completion Date
12/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$140K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.083
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Ruston, LA 71272, USA
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