DAS: Division of Atmospheric Sciences

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... more

Research Science Themes

Browse DAS projects by scientific theme.		 › Air Quality
› Atmospheric Physics
› Energy Technology
› Climate Variability and Change
› Atmospheric Chemical Analysis
› Dust in the Environment
› Extreme Weather Phenomenon
› Appl. Meteorology/Climatology

Research Programs

Learn more about the scientific programs and research topics that DAS scientists are working on.
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Faculty, Staff, and Students

Find contact information, publications, and profiles of those that work in the Division of Atmospheric Sciences.		 › Research Faculty/Staff/Students

Graduate Student Programs

DAS faculty offer courses for graduate and undergrads at the University of Nevada, Reno in both the Atmospheric Sciences and Physics Departments.		 › Atmospheric Sciences Dept.
› Physics Dept.

Labs and Capabilities

DAS offers several world class experimental testing facilities as well as design, sampling, monitoring, analytical, and data interpretation services.		 › View Laboratories
 

Storm Peak Laboratory

Research and Education at 10,500 Feet
Storm Peak Lab DRI's Storm Peak Lab is one of only a few mountaintop atmospheric research facilities in the world.

Western Regional Climate Center

Climate Data for the Western U.S.
Western Regional Climate CenterThe Western Regional Climate Center is one of six regional climate centers in the United States.

CEFA: Climate, Ecosystem & Fire

Understanding Fire in the Natural World
CEFA ProgramSince 1998, DRI's CEFA Program has supported fire management for the nation.