This installment in the Science Distilled series will explore the critical topic of climate resiliency and local solutions. Gain valuable insights into emerging research on cooling the climate and how we can manage forests into the future. Get your tickets online through The Discovery Featured Presenters: David Mitchell Dr. David Mitchell received his Ph.D. from […]
PreK – 5th grade educators are invited to join the Nevada Robotics team this month for a Books & Bots training. Refresh your VEX 123 skills, get paid, receive free resources, and enjoy a meal with fellow educators. Register now by filling out our Google Form. Books & Bots is a curriculum developed by Nevada […]
This science lecture will explore the critical topic of climate resiliency and community solutions. Discover how climate intervention research offers potential strategies to counter a warming climate, learn about the impact of urban forestry in mitigating urban heat, and explore the collaborative efforts of science and nonprofits to ensure water accessibility. We’ll also delve into […]
DRI Science Alive invites educators to explore our newest middle school Green Box. Dive info hands-on investigations and game-ified simulations on fire, fuel, soil, and ecology. Although this professional development training will cover middle school standards, all interested educators are welcome to attend! Participants are eligible for three continuing education hours and lunch will be […]
Calling all Star Wars fans and science enthusiasts! Join us on May 2nd for an out-of-this-world experience! DRI and the Atomic Museum are teaming up to bring you a FREE Family-Friendly Community Event where science meets the galaxy far, far away! Don't miss this chance to explore science through the lens of Star Wars and […]
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation delving into the realm of extremes. We’ll explore the impacts and dynamics of extreme heat, flash flooding, atmospheric rivers, and even delve into the complexities of extreme human behavior. Through an analytical lens, we’ll decipher the mechanisms driving these phenomena and their far-reaching consequences on our environment and society. […]
We are excited to host the New World Luminescence Dating Workshop (NWLDW) June 11-14, 2024 at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) in Reno, NV! Luminescence dating includes a group of established and rapidly emerging trapped charge dating techniques that are routinely used to constrain the timing of climate change, tectonics, sea level change, topographic change, […]
Join us for a thought-provoking science lecture delving into extreme heat. We’ll explore the impacts and dynamics of its far-reaching consequences on vulnerable populations, our environment, and society. Discover how extreme heat shapes our communities. Doors open at 6 p.m. Presentation begins at 6:30 p.m. Beer, wine, and small bites will be available for purchase […]
Join us at Boulder City Library in the Community Room for this FREE event where kids ages 6-12 can learn about energy resources, electricity, and solar power through our Solar […]
Did you know that Reno is the fastest-warming city in the United States? The data collected from this campaign can help allocate resources like tree planting, shade structure installation, and […]
Make this event a home run by joining DRI’s STEM Education Program for a fundraiser on July 28th with the Reno Aces! It’s simple. Just use the link below to purchase […]
Join Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument (TUSK), the Protectors of Tule Springs, and DRI for a weed pull to remove harmful invasive plants on your National Monument. Weed wrangler […]
