Conduct genetic hemp research while helping provide the hemp industry with morein-depth experts
Active Project Grant Awarded Last action
- Award ID
- 60NANB24D114
- Recipient
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Lackawanna College UEI KV3CWNDYMQJ6
- Awarding agency
-
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Department of Commerce
- Obligated
- $963,000
Award facts
- Assistance listing
- 11.617 Congressionally-Identified Projects
- Completion date 84% complete
- Originally
- Place of performance
- Dunmore, PA 18509, USA
Award details come from USAspending.gov.
Description
- Purpose
- The purpose of this grant is to conduct genetic hemp research while helping provide the hemp industry with morein-depth experts.
- Activities
- Three new strains of hemp seed will be developed to better prepare the hemp industry in their region through indepthresearch. Additional improvements include but are not limited to the production of new industrial materialsusing the developed hemp strains and a certification program. The specific goals of the three new hemp strains areto be grown with specific traits aimed in the production of plastics, textiles, and manufacturing materials. Thecertification program is going to be designed specifically for a wide range of interested participants includingstudents, hobbyist, beginners in hemp industry, and even experts looking to expand their knowledge. As part ofthe certification program, the researcher will develop an online 15-week curriculum to include a hands-on projecttargeting to help them gain knowledge of plant growth that could excel beyond hemp.
- Expected outcomes
- The researchers are developing methods for the creation of three strains of hemp seed to help aid in theproduction of new materials for plastics, textiles, and other industries. In conjunction, lackawanna college willstart a certificate program to provide training on the basics of agricultural practices for hemp. These skills will befavorable for all sectors of the hemp industry helping to improve the knowledge of new and current members.
- Intended beneficiaries
- The strains of hemp seed generated from this research and certificate program can be used by or informresearchers, hemp farmers, product manufacturers, local landowners, and new employees further develop theirskills or knowledge in the hemp industry.
- Subrecipient activities
- The recipient does not intend to subaward funds.
Transactions
| Action | Obligated | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Amendment | $0 | |
| Original award | $963,000 |
Quick answers
Who received award 60NANB24D114?
60NANB24D114 was awarded to Lackawanna College by National Institute of Standards and Technology (Department of Commerce) on October 1, 2024.
How much is award 60NANB24D114 worth?
$963,000 has been obligated on 60NANB24D114.
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