Project Grant NA21OAR0210491
Award Date
9/1/21
Completion Date
2/28/22
Dollars Obligated
$150K
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Federal Grant Program
11.021
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
San Clemente, CA 92673, USA
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