Project Grant 2230841
Award Date
5/1/23
Completion Date
4/30/26
Dollars Obligated
$338K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Syracuse, NY 13244, USA
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