In The News
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News & Announcements
Tesla selects DRI’s Science Alive to develop statewide teacher training infrastructure
Reno, NV (July 19, 2018): The Desert Research Institute is proud to announce that the DRI Science Alive K-12 Outreach Program has been selected as one of several recipients of the first round of funding through Tesla’s new Nevada K-12 Education Investment Fund....
DRI Science Alive included in Nevada’s newest list of recommended STEM programs
Reno, NV (Weds, Nov. 8, 2017): The Desert Research Institute (DRI) is proud to announce that Science Alive, the Institute’s K-12 outreach program and home of the Green Box initiative, has been selected for inclusion on the Nevada STEM Advisory Council’s new list of...
Celebrating over 15 years of science in the classroom
DRI Science Alive Program launches new brand, new tools for Nevada’s teachers RENO, Nev. (Apr. 13, 2017) – Building on nearly two decades of science education and outreach across Nevada, the Desert Research Institute today announced a new brand and renewed focus...