Project Grant 2247395
Award Date
4/1/24
Completion Date
3/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$555K
Federal Agency
Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Berrien Springs, MI 49103, USA
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