Project Grant 2327469
Award Date
1/1/24
Completion Date
12/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$200K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.083
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Huntsville, AL 35812, USA
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