Project Grant 2331294
Award Date
4/1/24
Completion Date
3/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$206K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Baton Rouge, LA 70803, USA
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