Project Grant 2233145
Award Date
11/1/21
Completion Date
10/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$118K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
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