Project Grant 2333917
Award Date
3/1/24
Completion Date
2/28/27
Dollars Obligated
$605K
Federal Agency
Division of Polar Programs
Federal Grant Program
47.078
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Davis, CA, USA
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