Project Grant RF1MH126719
Award Date
8/1/22
Completion Date
7/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$4.6M
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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