Project Grant 2246970
Award Date
10/1/22
Completion Date
4/30/23
Dollars Obligated
$148K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Columbus, OH 43210, USA
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