Project Grant 2239162
Award Date
8/15/23
Completion Date
7/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$566K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Boston, MA 02215, USA
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