Project Grant 2245022
Award Date
10/1/22
Completion Date
8/31/24
Dollars Obligated
$199K
Federal Agency
Division of Engineering Education and Centers
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Melbourne, FL 32901, USA
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