Project Grant R21MH136486
Award Date
9/5/24
Completion Date
7/31/26
Dollars Obligated
$157K
Federal Agency
National Institute of Mental Health
Federal Grant Program
93.242
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Irvine, CA 92697, USA
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