Project Grant 2427458
Award Date
5/1/25
Completion Date
4/30/26
Dollars Obligated
$171K
Federal Agency
Division of Polar Programs
Federal Grant Program
47.078
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
La Jolla, CA 92093, USA
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