Project Grant 2442209
Award Date
9/1/25
Completion Date
8/31/30
Dollars Obligated
$649K
Federal Agency
Division of Polar Programs
Federal Grant Program
47.078
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Kent, OH 44242, USA
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