Project Grant 2239507
Award Date
6/1/23
Completion Date
5/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$547K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Syracuse, NY 13244, USA
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