Project Grant 2233182
Award Date
3/1/23
Completion Date
2/28/26
Dollars Obligated
$400K
Federal Agency
Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Columbus, OH 43210, USA
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