Project Grant 2242605
Award Date
1/1/24
Completion Date
12/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$400K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Seattle, WA 98195, USA
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