Project Grant 2501213
Award Date
5/1/25
Completion Date
4/30/28
Dollars Obligated
$183K
Federal Agency
Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Diego, CA 92121, USA
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