Project Grant 2302215
Award Date
10/1/22
Completion Date
12/31/23
Dollars Obligated
$297K
Federal Agency
Division of Computer and Network Systems
Federal Grant Program
47.070
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Clemson, SC 29634, USA
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