The Story of Nevada

The Story of Nevada

Join us for an engaging science lecture that delves into Nevada’s history through the lens of archaeology. Discover the significance of Basque arborglyphs, explore the research at the DRI luminescence lab, and experience the documentation of ancient rock art using...

The Story of Extremes

The Story of Extremes

Join us for a thought-provoking science lecture delving into the realm of extremes. We’ll explore the impacts and dynamics of extreme heat, flash flooding, atmospheric rivers, and even delve into the complexities of extreme human behavior. Through an analytical lens,...

The Story of Resilience

The Story of Resilience

This science lecture will explore the critical topic of climate resiliency and community solutions. Discover how climate intervention research offers potential strategies to counter a warming climate, learn about the impact of urban forestry in mitigating urban heat,...

The Story of the Future

The Story of the Future

Join us for an enlightening science lecture focused on the power of data, models, dashboards and forecasting in keeping the public informed about critical environmental and community concerns. Explore the dynamics of urban heat and extreme weather modeling. Discover the vital role of community dashboards in presenting quality-of-life data and how data is being used to accurately predict education outcomes. Gain a deeper understanding of how data-driven models can help us prepare for and respond to the challenges of our changing world, all aimed at improving quality of life and creating resilient communities.

Beyond Our Horizon

Beyond Our Horizon

In this final event in our season, DRI Science at the Springs departs from Earth and takes you on a journey to explore the beyond. Join our speakers as they share stories and research of hitchhikers on the International Space Station, how a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and bacteria might be the key ingredient in developing a sunscreen for the Red Planet and more.