Project Grant R01MH140482
Award Date
4/15/25
Completion Date
3/31/30
Dollars Obligated
$822K
Federal Agency
National Institute of Mental Health
Federal Grant Program
93.242
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Texas, USA
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