Project Grant 2304501
Award Date
10/1/23
Completion Date
9/30/24
Dollars Obligated
$275K
Federal Agency
National Science Foundation
Federal Grant Program
47.084
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Scottsdale, AZ 85255, USA
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