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Alan Gertler collecting samples in Israel
DRI's Division of Atmospheric Sciences (DAS) conducts fundamental and applied research into natural atmospheric processes and air quality issues of regional, national, and planetary interest. Research is accomplished through field and laboratory observation, theoretical and laboratory analysis, and computer modeling at many spatial and temporal scales. This work is conducted in response to the needs of public and private organizations for effective environmental management. Scientific ResearchDAS supports the DRI mission through its research scientists, technologists, professional staff, graduate students, post doctoral researchers, and hourly employees. DAS is home to several major programs, including the renowned Western Regional Climate Center, the Nevada State Cloud Seeding Program, and the Program for Climate, Ecosystem and Fire Applications. DAS also supports various state-of-the-art laboratories including the high-elevation Storm Peak Laboratory. Atmospheric Sciences Graduate ProgramDAS faculty members partner with the UNR Department of Physics to manage and teach the Atmospheric Sciences Graduate Program. Students in the program study dynamic meteorology, atmospheric physics, mesoscale modeling, fire weather and climate, atmospheric chemistry and instrument development. Upcoming Event Notification:
A&WMA 2010 International Specialty Conference: Faculty and Staff Recognition |
Research and Education at 10,500 Feet
DRI's Storm Peak Lab is one of only a few mountaintop atmospheric research facilities in the world.
Climate Date for the Western U.S.
The Western Regional Climate Center is one of six regional climate centers in the United States.
Understanding Fire in the Natural World
Since 1988, DRI's CEFA Program has supported fire management for the nation.