Project Grant 2530746
Award Date
10/1/25
Completion Date
9/30/28
Dollars Obligated
$659K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Pasadena, CA 91125, USA
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