Project Grant 2317820
Award Date
10/1/23
Completion Date
9/30/28
Dollars Obligated
$376K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.083
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Huntsville, AL 35805, USA
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