Project Grant 2312090
Award Date
6/1/23
Completion Date
5/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$679K
Federal Agency
Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Norman, OK 73019, USA
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