Project Grant 2530311
Award Date
8/1/25
Completion Date
7/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$383K
Awardee
Baylor University (C6T9BYG5EYX5)
Federal Grant Program
47.041
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Robinson, TX 76706, USA
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