Project Grant 2531036
Award Date
1/1/26
Completion Date
12/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$462K
Federal Agency
Office of Integrative Activities
Federal Grant Program
47.050
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
La Jolla, CA 92093, USA
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