Project Grant RF1MH133764
Award Date
8/7/23
Completion Date
8/6/26
Dollars Obligated
$2.5M
Federal Agency
National Institute of Mental Health
Federal Grant Program
93.242
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Michigan, USA
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