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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 5h

Join us on Oct. 14 for DRI's next #CuriosityLab event, Reading the Burn: Stories of Distance, Discovery, and Aftermath where storytellers, Dr. Vera Samburova, Kim Abeles & Jim English delve into the unexpected forms of resilience that emerge from destruction. 👉 Tickets: bit.ly/clreadingtheburnreno

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

The NSF awarded DRI’s Alison Murray $18.4 million to lead a project, GIGA DATA, that will pave the way for the next generation of #Antarctic research that will produce an extensive database of genetic information. Learn more: bit.ly/antarcticgenomes #NSFfunded #GenomeSequencing #DiscoverDRI

Two women, Alison Murray on the left with Rebecca Adorno on the right wearing red coats on a boat in Antarctica.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

@abc15.com sat down w/ Dr. Trey Flowers, executive director of the Div of Hydrologic Sciences at DRI, to discuss how Lake Mead's water level is declining, and what that means for the future. Watch the interview: www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXtdVe2Jcnc #LakeMead #Drought #ScienceThatMattersNow

Two men sitting in lawn chairs on the shore of Lake Mead.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

Where does a DRI archaeologist go when they want to hit the trail? 🥾 For #PublicLandsDay, Megan Stueve shares three of her favorite hikes on public lands! Explore Nevada from wherever you are with DRI’s Virtual Outdoor Experiences: dri.edu/voe #VirtualOutdoorExperiences #DiscoverDRI

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Teresa and Kent Long donated to DRI in memory of Ms. Long’s mother, Marianna Vaughan, and with this support, the DRI Conservation Ecology Lab purchased two Leica Microsystems microscopes. Click the link to read the full story: bit.ly/teresakentlongsupportdri #ScienceThatMattersNow

A woman in a red long sleeve shirt using a microscope and looking at a computer.

A woman in a white tank top using a microscope and looking at a computer.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A promotional graphic for "Curiosity Lab by DRI" featuring swirling black smoke and a yellow circle with rays. Text reads: "Reading the Burn: Stories of Distance, Discovery, and Aftermath" and includes the date and time, "Oct 14 @ 6:30 PM | Reno".

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Southern NV is expanding and DRI Pres. Kumud Acharya is one of several leaders from the organizations building and powering Nevada's future. Learn how Nevada's leaders are focused on how to better serve the growing population: bit.ly/nevadaleadership #SouthernNevada #DiscoverDRI

The 13 people a part of the Southern Nevada Leadership Roundtable photographed together at a desk.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Las Vegas for #CuriosityLab: From Curiosity to Creation! We're grateful to our researchers leading engaging activities that sparked everyone's curiosity and creativity. Missed this one? We have two more events this year! Details: www.dri.edu/curiositylab

A person holds a child while another person at the table uses a digital microscope to display an insect on a screen.

A group of people are gathered at a seismology booth. One person is engaging with visitors, including children explaining how things work.

A child interacts with two people at an information booth for DRI. The booth features brochures, flyers, and a book titled "The Color Monster." The people at the booth are smiling and wearing blue shirts with DRI logos.

Three people are gathered around a display, engaging with a digital exhibit. A person is pointing at a screen while others watch attentively.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

At our next #CuriosityLab DRI's STEM Education Program will challenge you to explore the microscopic world & put your engineering skills to the test with hands-on activities to turn your discoveries into art. 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas ✨ FREE for kids

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

What does an earthquake sound like? At our next #CuriosityLab, see seismology in action with DRI's Cleet Zeiler. Use a geophone to turn movement into sound & hear what happens when you make the ground shake! 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Can you teach a robot to bring a story to life? 🤖📚🎨 At our next #CuriosityLab, Nevada Robotics is bringing coding & creativity together at the Books and Bots™ Art Station! 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

What can paint and pigment tell us about the past? At our next #CuriosityLab, DRI's Cultural Resource Management Team will explore how people used paint & pigment across time and cultures. 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas ✨ FREE for kids ✨ FREE Atomic Museum admission

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

At our next #CuriosityLab DRI's #STEM Education Program will challenge you to explore the microscopic world and put your engineering skills to the test with hands-on activities to turn your discoveries into art. 🎨 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas ✨ FREE for kids

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

A big thank you to 8 News Now & @bowtienate.bsky.social for helping spread the word about #CuriosityLab! Join us Sept. 16 in Las Vegas for science, creativity & fun for all ages. Kids are FREE! 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8 p.m. 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas #FamilyFriendly

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

A new study gives us a detailed look into the potentially hazardous chemicals lurking in wildfire smoke. DRI's Vera Samburova, one of the study's lead authors, shares how challenging it can be for those impacted by wildfire smoke. Read more: bit.ly/wildfiresmokeairquality #Wildfires #AirQuality

An aerial view of Reno Nevada showing the haze from wildfire smoke over the city.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Discover. Create. Be Curious. 🔬🎨 Join us for From Curiosity to Creation Las Vegas: Listen, Learn, Create and explore hands-on activities with DRI researchers and teams. 🎟 Get your tickets at bit.ly/clcreationvegas 📅 September 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas Campus

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

DRI's Erik Henzl and Sean McKenna were recently featured on @ktnv.bsky.social for their co-authored report, “Data Center Water and Electricity Consumption in Nevada,” which examines how the industry could impact Nevada’s water resources. Watch here: bit.ly/datavsdesert #DataCenters

Left image features a desert with a road running through it and water in the background. Right image features the top of a building with fans used for cooling.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Can you teach a robot to bring a story to life? 🤖📚🎨 At our next #CuriosityLab, Nevada Robotics is bringing coding & creativity together at the Books and Bots™ Art Station! Program a robot, take on a challenge & create your own artwork. 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

What does an earthquake sound like? At our next #CuriosityLab, see—and hear—seismology in action with DRI's Cleet Zeiler. Use a geophone to turn movement into sound & hear what happens when you make the ground shake! 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas ✨ FREE for kids

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

DRI's Dan McEvoy was featured in Bloomberg Television where he shared his thoughts on how a record-low snowpack could be detrimental to the Colorado River and the Western U.S. Learn more and watch the video here: youtu.be/JjrW88M58jA?si=zHlfUD2h8oI… #ColoradoRiver

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What the Colorado River Crisis Means for the American West

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

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DRI President @dri-president.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

It was a pleasure to join Regent Heather Brown on the Home Means Nevada podcast to discuss one of our region’s most pressing challenges: water. We talked about how research can help shape a more sustainable future for Nevada. Watch the full conversation: youtu.be/2Z1cO7wGRZg

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Home Means Safe and Diverse Communities with DRI President Dr. Kumud Acharya

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

What can paint and pigment tell us about the past? At our next #CuriosityLab, DRI’s Cultural Resource Management Team will explore how people used paint & pigment across time and cultures. 📅 Sept. 16 | 5:30–8pm 📍 DRI Las Vegas 🎟️ bit.ly/clcreationvegas ✨ FREE for kids ✨ FREE Atomic Museum admission

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🔬🎨 Discover. Create. Be Curious. Join us Sept. 16 for From Curiosity to Creation Las Vegas! Explore seismology, archaeology, STEM & robotics—and turn your discoveries into art. 📍 DRI Las Vegas | 5:30–8pm 🎟 bit.ly/clcreationvegas #CuriosityLab

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

DRI was proud to participate in the 30th annual #TahoeSummit where leaders, researchers and the community came together to discuss the progress & emerging challenges facing #LakeTahoe. You can also learn more on our updated #Storymap at bit.ly/dritahoe2026 #ScienceThatMattersNow #KeepTahoeBlue

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We are at the 30th annual #TahoeSummit today connecting with the community about the science helping protect #LakeTahoe. Stop by our booth to learn about: 🔬 Microplastics with Rachel Kozloski 🌲 Drought with Joe Ammatelli 🌿 Ecosystems with Amy Langston Visit bit.ly/dritahoe2026 for more!

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Congratulations to Mark Hausner, Monica Arienzo, and Rachel Kozloski, for winning the Harold J. Kruse Farming and Environment Award. Their project examines the impact on soils of the potential interaction of microplastics and salinization. Read more: bit.ly/2025kruseaward #Microplastics

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

A new study, led by DRI's Christine Albano, introduces a transferable framework for evaluating the potential for Forecast-Informed Reservoir Operations (FIRO) in watersheds across the country. Learn more: bit.ly/firopotential #Drought #WaterResourcesManagement #ScienceThatMattersNow

A boat drives around a mountain reservoir

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

DRI’s STEM Education Program is pleased to announce its Fall 2026 Educator Professional Development training series in Reno, offering free, hands-on learning experiences. The trainings are open to formal and informal educators serving Pre-K-12 students. Learn morea: bit.ly/stemedfall2026trainings

Attendee holding a 3D printer pan for a craft with others working on other crafts in the background.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

DRI's Joe Ammatelli is developing a method that analyzes water stress in trees using existing traffic camera networks that may help monitor wildfire risk across the region. Learn more: bit.ly/thewaytreessway #Drought #WildfireRisk #ScienceThatMattersNow

An experimental camera Ammatelli set up to capture tree sway frequency in the Harvard Forest.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

🔬🎨 Discover. Create. Be Curious. Join us Sept. 16 for From Curiosity to Creation in Las Vegas! Explore seismology, archaeology, STEM & Robotics—and turn your discoveries into art. 📍 DRI Las Vegas | 5:30–8pm 🎟 bit.ly/clcreationvegas #CuriosityLab #ScienceThatMattersNow

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The DRI Virtual Outdoor Experiences team joined the Latin Chamber of Commerce's Beyond the Trail Business & Networking Luncheon: "The Outdoor Economy: Did You Know?" to showcase how #VirtualOutdoorExperiences are making Nevada's outdoors more accessible for all. Explore: www.dri.edu/voe

Three people are smiling in front of a backdrop with "Latin Chamber of Commerce" and the number "50th" printed on it. The individuals are positioned close together, and they appear to be posing for a group photo at an event.

Two people stand behind a table with a banner reading "360 Virtual Outdoor Experiences" in a conference room. The table displays brochures, a fishbowl with pens, and a tablet showing a scenic image. The room features ornate carpeting and warm-colored walls.

A group of people interact at a booth with informational materials on a table, including a laptop and brochures. The setting appears to be a conference or event. The atmosphere is lively and engaged.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The Native Resilience project at DRI is pleased to announce the release of Holding the World in Balance: Indigenous stories of climate, care and continuance, a collection of journalism, poetry, fiction, and artwork by Indigenous storytellers. Learn more: bit.ly/holdingtheworldinbalance

Front cover of the book "holding the world in balance" featuring a desert landscape with a cactus.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Dr. Lynn Fenstermaker, DRI Research Professor Emeritus, is helping the next generation of scientists thrive through the annual DRI Career Growth Award, supporting early career researchers. Thank you, Dr. Fenstermaker, for investing in DRI's future. Read more: bit.ly/dricareergrowthaward

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Thank you to the volunteers, Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument Service staff, DRI's Conservation Ecology Lab staff, and Protectors of Tule Springs representatives who joined us for our invasive weed pull at Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument! 🧤💪 #DiscoverDRI #TuleSprings

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

DRI and #OpenET are partnering with the Upper Colorado River Commission and the Bureau of Reclamation to expand evaporation monitoring on the Upper Colorado River Basin’s largest reservoirs. Learn more: bit.ly/driopenetpartnership #ScienceThatMattersNow #ColoradoRiverBasin

Four people wearing life vests stand on a boat on a lake with mountainous terrain in the background.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

DRI's Conservation Ecology Lab Botany Volunteer Training at Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument prepared a group of community scientists to help protect two of the Monument's rarest plants—Las Vegas bearpoppy and Las Vegas buckwheat! 🌿🌼 #DiscoverDRI #TuleSprings #NPSVolunteers #PublicLands

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

For #NationalDisabilityIndependenceDay, we celebrate the importance of making science accessible to all. Our researchers venture into the field to capture immersive content for #VirtualOutdoorExperiences, bringing Nevada's landscapes and research to learners wherever they are. 🔗 www.dri.edu/voe

A narrow, sunlit canyon with rugged, reddish-brown rock walls. Two individuals are hiking through the canyon, seen from behind, with backpacks on a sandy ground. Sparse vegetation is visible.

A person wearing a hat and backpack sits under a natural rock arch, gazing at a scenic landscape of desert and distant mountains with a clear blue sky.

A selfie style photo taken of three researchers smiling for the camera with a desert landscape in the background.

A person wearing glasses and a cap holds a camera inside a red rock cave, with bright sunlight illuminating an opening in the cave. Another individual is visible in the distance near a tree.

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Artown #CuriosityLab! 🎨🔬 We're grateful to our researchers for leading hands-on activities, Regent Brown for joining us, and to our partner & sponsors. Next in Reno: Curiosity Lab: Reading the Burn on Oct. 14. Tickets: bit.ly/clreadingtheburn

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Art and science come together at DRI's next Artown event on July 15! 🎨🔬 Join us for From Curiosity to Creation: Listen, Learn, Create and spend an evening exploring, experimenting, and creating alongside DRI researchers and fellow curiosity-seekers. Register for FREE now at bit.ly/driartown2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Get a sneak peek at the hands-on fun from Nevada Robotics at DRI's FREE Artown #CuriosityLab on July 15! 🤖 ✨ Ozobot Hungry Caterpillar Crawl ✨ Touch-code a VEX 123 robot ✨ Build an Earth Hour Landmark 📚 First 100 families receive a free copy of Earth Hour! 🎟️ Register: bit.ly/driartown2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

What can you create when curiosity takes flight? 🦋 The DRI STEM Education Program is bringing hands-on fun to DRI's July 15 #Artown event, including 3D printing pens, paper airplane challenges, and LEGO building. ✨ FREE admission ✨ Hands-on #STEM activities Register: bit.ly/driartown2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Watch DRI researchers collect materials from the Davis Fire burn scar for a hands-on #Artown activity! Create your own aquatic insect and learn how scientists study stream health after wildfire at #CuriosityLab. 🌿🔬 July 15 | FREE & Family-Friendly Register: bit.ly/driartown2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Join us our FREE #Artown event, From Curiosity to Creation: Listen, Learn, Create, on July 15 where you'll explore hands-on STEM activities with DRI researchers, experiment with scientific tools, and transform your discoveries into artwork of your own. Register today! bit.ly/driartown2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

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Desert Research Institute @driscience.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

For 250 years, America has been driven by curiosity, innovation, and discovery. At DRI, we're proud to carry that tradition forward through science that helps build a more resilient future. Happy Independence Day from all of us at DRI! 🇺🇸 #DRIscience #ScienceThatMattersNow

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