Project Grant R01MH139680
Award Date
4/4/25
Completion Date
2/28/30
Dollars Obligated
$749K
Federal Agency
National Institute of Mental Health
Federal Grant Program
93.242
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
California, USA
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