Project Grant R43DE033946
Award Date
7/17/24
Completion Date
7/16/25
Dollars Obligated
$295K
Federal Agency
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research
Federal Grant Program
93.121
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Ohio, USA
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