Desert Research Institute
Desert Research Institute
Research Themes Astrobiological Investigation of the Namibian Desert and other Martian Analog Environments
| Astrobiological Investigation of the Namibian Desert and other Martian Analog Environments |
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Project DescriptionThis is a joint astrobiological expedition to the Namibian Desert, led by Dr. Christopher McKay. DRI will assist in the microbiological and biochemical analysis of rocks and soils from the expedition and, for comparative purposes, samples from other deserts. |
Located in Reno, Nevada
This unique laboratory houses the EcoCell Laboratories and the EcoPod Chambers.
Located in Las Vegas, Nevada
The archaeology laboratory is equipped for morphological and technological analyses of stone tools and ceramics, microscopic lithic use-wear studies, and computerized catalog generation.
Located in Reno, Nevada
Algae and biofuels research conducted within the Systems Microbial Ecology Laboratory may produce large returns.