Project Grant 2340238
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
7/31/30
Dollars Obligated
$244K
Federal Agency
Division of Engineering Education and Centers
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Somerville, MA 02144, USA
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