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DHS conducts research on Lake Tahoe water clarity
The Division of Hydrologic Sciences (DHS) has grown steadily over the years, and built a strong program of research, development and education in the hydrologic sciences. The mission of the DHS is to improve society’s fundamental knowledge and understanding of hydrologic systems and to encourage more effective and efficient management of water resources. We affect our mission through multidisciplinary research and education with a support staff of graduate research assistants, technicians, and computer and information processing specialists who assist the researchers with their projects. Scientific ResearchDHS has a wide variety of ongoing research programs and projects with an annual budget derived largely from research sponsors. The Division’s scientific interests involve the natural and human factors that influence the availability and quality of water resources common to arid and developing regions worldwide. Graduate Program of Hydrologic SciencesDHS faculty members collaborate with UNR to manage and teach the Graduate Program of Hydrologic Sciences, one of the largest such programs in North America and which is consistently ranked among the top 10 in the United States by U.S. News and World Report. The Hydrologic Sciences Graduate Program offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in both Hydrology and Hydrogeology. |
Landscape and the Environment
Applying science to environmental issues such as climate change, water recharge, flooding, and contaminant transport.
Solving Critical State Water Problems
Quality research and dedication to science has established DHS as Nevada's Water Resources Research Institute.
Better Land Use and Stewardship
DRI's ACAP Program has a decade of landfill cover research and results saving U.S. taxpayers in excess of $200 million.