Project Grant K22AI177518
Award Date
8/21/24
Completion Date
7/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$160K
Federal Agency
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Federal Grant Program
93.855
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Illinois, USA
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