Project Grant NA23OAR0210564
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
2/29/24
Dollars Obligated
$350K
Federal Agency
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Federal Grant Program
11.021
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Bristol, RI 02809, USA
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