Project Grant P23AP02261
Award Date
10/1/23
Completion Date
9/30/24
Dollars Obligated
$169K
Federal Agency
Northeast Region
Federal Grant Program
15.930
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Maryland, USA
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