Project Grant 2235785
Award Date
12/15/22
Completion Date
11/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$650K
Federal Agency
Division of Chemistry
Federal Grant Program
47.049
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Gainesville, FL 32611, USA
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