Project Grant 2345214
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
7/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$50K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Norman, OK 73019, USA
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