Project Grant 2429836
Award Date
10/1/24
Completion Date
9/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$225K
Federal Agency
National Science Foundation
Federal Grant Program
47.084
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
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