Project Grant R41MH139194
Award Date
4/16/25
Completion Date
3/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$442K
Federal Agency
National Institute of Mental Health
Federal Grant Program
93.242
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Rhode Island, USA
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