Sponsored Awards & Honors

DRI is dedicated to promoting research and technology in the economic diversification of Nevada as well as growing industrial support for Nevada's academic research and development activities. We believe that it is important to highlight these efforts as widely as possible both within and outside Nevada.

To recognize achievement in this vital area, DRI promotes these awards and honors to individuals showing exemplary dedication:
1 Ansari Chair in Entrepreneurialism and Science
2 Ansari Medal for Excellence in Science
3 Dandini Medal of Science Award
4 DRI Announces 2013 DRI Nevada Medalist Dr. Nina Fedoroff
5 Maki Chair of Hydrologic Sciences
6 President's Medal
7 The Desert Research Institute Annual Convocation
8 Wagner Medal of Excellence for DRI Scholars in the Early Stages of Career Development
9 Wagner Memorial Award for Women in Atmospheric Sciences

Diversity at DRI

An Inclusive Mission of Research Excellence
Diversity at DRI Offering a supportive and diverse environment for our students, faculty/staff and visitors.

Greenpower Program

Helping Nevada's Kids Grow Up Green
greenpower-footer-pic Supporting renewable energy resources to help Nevada’s kids grow up green.

Nevada Center of Excellence

Supporting Innovation Based Economic Development in Nevada
Center of ExcellenceCombining NSHE water expertise and IBM’s advanced technologies to grow tomorrow's workforce.