Project Grant 2234126
Award Date
8/1/23
Completion Date
7/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$360K
Federal Agency
Division of Earth Sciences
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Akron, OH 44325, USA
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