Project Grant R21MH132406
Award Date
9/20/23
Completion Date
8/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$322K
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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