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Research Divisions - DRI

Research Divisions

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 four research divisions and more than 24 research areas, 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.

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Atmospheric Sciences

Research and services related to air quality and associated health risks, climate, cloud and aerosol physics, renewable energy, fire science, and atmospheric dynamics.

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Hydrologic Sciences

Research, development, and education services contributing to society’s fundamental understanding of hydrologic systems and advancing the sustainability of water resources.

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Earth & Ecosystem Sciences 

Research in the life & earth sciences, particularly those dealing with the complex interactions of geological processes, organisms, biological communities, and human societies.

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Education & Workforce Development

Training Nevada's K-12 teachers and providing professional development opportunities and training for education-based activities.