Project Grant 2404732
Award Date
8/15/24
Completion Date
7/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$107K
Federal Agency
Division of Engineering Education and Centers
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Athens, GA 30602, USA
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