Project Grant 2515548
Award Date
7/1/25
Completion Date
6/30/28
Dollars Obligated
$163K
Federal Agency
Division of Engineering Education and Centers
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Rochester, NY 14623, USA
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