Project Grant 2230411
Award Date
7/1/22
Completion Date
6/30/23
Dollars Obligated
$100K
Federal Agency
National Science Foundation
Federal Grant Program
47.084
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Akron, OH 44325, USA
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