Project Grant 2517999
Award Date
10/1/24
Completion Date
8/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$993K
Federal Agency
Division of Emerging Frontiers
Federal Grant Program
47.074
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Clemson, SC 29634, USA
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