Project Grant 60NANB23D224
Award Date
10/1/23
Completion Date
3/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$148K
Federal Agency
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Federal Grant Program
11.609
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Quincy, MA 02169, USA
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