Project Grant 2440494
Award Date
1/1/26
Completion Date
12/31/30
Dollars Obligated
$651K
Federal Agency
Division of Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
South Miami, FL 33146, USA
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