Project Grant 2333344
Award Date
5/1/24
Completion Date
4/30/29
Dollars Obligated
$130K
Federal Agency
Division of Engineering Education and Centers
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
La Jolla, CA 92093, USA
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