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Working to Solve our Most Challenging Environmental Problems
DRI’s research calls on the expertise and methods of scientists from multiple scientific disciplines. More than 600 highly-skilled scientists, engineers, technicians, students, and staff work collaboratively within and across three research divisions, focused on understanding and answering critical science questions about global climate change, water quality and availability, air quality, the sustainability of desert lands, life in extreme environments, education, and more.
Visitors and residents help protect Tahoe’s environment with their smartphones
The app update will engage thousands of visitors in protecting Tahoe’s environment by quickly and easily reporting observations of aquatic invasive species, litter, water quality, algae, and more.
Study Launches on Extreme Heat Risk in Coastal Communities
The Desert Research Institute (DRI) and the Houston Advanced Research Center (HARC) announce the launch of a comprehensive extreme heat risk modeling project funded by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to study and predict the risk of extreme heat within coastal communities.
DRI Ice Core Lab Data Shows Magnitude of Historic Fire Activity in Southern Hemisphere
A new study in Science Advances features ice core data from the DRI Ice Core Laboratory and research by Nathan Chellman, Ph.D., Monica Arienzo, Ph.D., and Joe McConnell, Ph.D.
Does Cold Wildfire Smoke Contribute to Water Repellent Soils in Burned Areas?
After a wildfire, soils in burned areas often become water repellent, leading to increased erosion and flooding after rainfall events.
New Study Investigates the Distribution of Deep Underground Microbial Life
Above: DeMMO field team from left to right: Lily Momper, Brittany Kruger, and Caitlin Casar sampling fracture fluids from a DeMMO borehole installation. Credit: Matt Kapust. Las Vegas, Nev. - Below the Earth’s surface, a zone of life known as the continental deep...
Reno Tech Company Contributes to School Robotics Education
Reno, NV - Virginia Turner and Bob Pratte, teachers at Traner Middle School in Reno, NV, were at the receiving end of a generous donation made by TrainerRoad to help foster STEM education in the Washoe County School District. Based in Reno, TrainerRoad is a virtual...
Monica Arienzo, Ph.D., Receives DRI’s First National Science Foundation CAREER Award
Monica Arienzo, Ph.D., has been awarded a CAREER Award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) – the first such award received by a DRI scientist in the Institute’s 62-year history.
Hundreds Around the Globe Gather Online to Hear Earth Week Message from Dr. Kathryn D. Sullivan
Hundreds Around the Globe Gather Online to Hear Earth Week Message from Scientist, Explorer Dr. Kathryn D. Sullivan During World Premiere of the Desert Research Institute Foundation’s Special Presentation The program will broadcast on Vegas PBS Channel 10 on April 25...
DRI Scientists Contribute to Breakthrough Study on Microbial Evolution
The new paper, which was led by scientists from the Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences and published last week in Nature publishing group’s ISME Journal, identifies a group of microbes from the deepest regions of the continental subsurface biosphere that have been at an evolutionary standstill for approximately 175 million years.
Drought Conditions Intensify Across California and Nevada
U.S. Drought Monitor shows that 91 percent of California and 100 percent of Nevada now in drought, according to a Drought Status Update.
Daniel McEvoy Receives Board of Regents 2021 Rising Researcher Award
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) Board of Regents named Desert Research Institute (DRI) scientist Daniel McEvoy, Ph.D., the recipient of the 2021 Rising Researcher Award.
Desert Research Institute Foundation Welcomes New Board Members and Officers
Newly-Appointed Trustees and Officers Bring Diverse Experience and Background to Leadership Roles at Global Environmental Research Leader LAS VEGAS (Feb. 23, 2021) - The DRI Research Foundation, based in Nevada, is announcing the addition of long-time community...