Project Grant 2505135
Award Date
7/15/25
Completion Date
12/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$304K
Federal Agency
National Science Foundation
Federal Grant Program
47.084
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Diego, CA 92122, USA
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