Project Grant 2415628
Award Date
7/1/24
Completion Date
10/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$295K
Federal Agency
National Science Foundation
Federal Grant Program
47.084
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Jonesboro, AR 72401, USA
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