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SUMMARY:Fall Professional Development Trainings: Solar Energy & Intro to Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Join us this fall for a hands-on exploration of DRI’s STEM Education Program’s newest energy-themed high school Green Boxes in our FREE educator professional development training – Solar Energy and Intro to Climate Change! Green Boxes are self-contained\, NGSS-aligned\, curriculum kits that provide educators with three weeks’ worth of curriculum and all supplies necessary for your classroom to conduct each activity. Gain practical insights into renewable energy solutions and equip yourself with tools to educate students on pressing environmental issues. Join us to inspire the next generation of eco-conscious leaders through innovative curriculum integration and impactful classroom discussions. \nEducators who complete the session will receive a certificate of completion for up to 3 Continuing Education Hours. \nRegister now using our form! 
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/fall-professional-development-trainings-solar-energy-intro-to-climate-change/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM Education Program
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SUMMARY:Fire Ecology of Nevada Green Box
DESCRIPTION:DRI Science Alive invites educators to explore our newest middle school Green Box. Dive info hands-on investigations and game-ified simulations on fire\, fuel\, soil\, and ecology.  Although this professional development training will cover middle school standards\, all interested educators are welcome to attend! \nParticipants are eligible for three continuing education hours and lunch will be provided. \nSpace is limited so be sure to register today using our Google Form!
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/fire-ecology-of-nevada-green-box/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM Education Program
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SUMMARY:The Story of Nevada
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging science lecture that delves into Nevada’s history through the lens of archaeology and geology. Discover the significance of Basque arborglyphs\, explore the research at the DRI luminescence lab\, and learn about volcanos in Nevada (yes\, this state!) that erupted not that long ago. \nTickets are available now for purchase through The Discovery! \nThis panel will feature Teresa Wriston\, Ph.D.\, Geoarchaeologist and Associate Research Professor at DRI and Kathleen Rodrigues\, Ph.D.\, Quaternary Geochronologist in the Luminescence Lab and Assistant Research Professor at DRI. \nTeresa Wriston\, Ph.D –\nTeresa’s research centers on how past cultures coped or adapted to changing environmental conditions. She uses a broad interdisciplinary approach to build environmental contexts that show how prehistoric people used the landscape and what resources were targeted. Her work often draws from geomorphology\, soils\, remote sensing\, ecology\, and isotope ecology. \nKathleen Rodrigues\, Ph.D. –\nKathleen is a Quaternary geochronologist that specializes in radiation exposure dating techniques\, including optically stimulated luminescence\, thermally stimulated luminescence\, and electron spin resonance. Her research interests are focused on the development and application of luminescence dating methods to address questions in Quaternary geomorphology\, paleoclimatology\, and archaeology. Her recent work has focused primarily on the development of novel methods for dating eruption events in the Great Basin and defining the timescales over which tephra reworking occurs in the landscape. \n  \nIn partnership with:\n\nSponsored by:
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/the-story-of-nevada-sd/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science Distilled
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SUMMARY:The Story of Extremes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thought-provoking conversation 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\, we’ll decipher the mechanisms driving these phenomena and their far-reaching consequences on our environment and society. Discover the science behind these extreme occurrences and gain a deeper understanding of how they shape our world. \nTickets are available now through The Discovery! \n\n___________________ \nFeatured panelists:\nDan McEvoy\, Ph.D. is a researcher with the Western Regional Climate Center at DRI. His research interests are interdisciplinary and span the fields of climate\, hydrology\, and meteorology. \nGuo Yu\, Ph.D. is an assistant research professor of Hydrometeorology. His research explores hydroclimate extremes\, process-based hydrologic modeling\, rainfall and flood frequency analyses\, and climate change impact studies. \nWendy Baroli operates a small Personal Farmer Program™ and manages a land and water resource bordering Northern Nevada and Northern California. \n\n\n____________________\n\nIn partnership with:\n\nSponsored by:
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/the-story-of-extremes-sd/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science Distilled
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SUMMARY:The Story of Resilience
DESCRIPTION:This installment in the Science Distilled series will explore the critical topic of climate resiliency and local solutions. Gain valuable insights into emerging research on cooling the climate and how we can manage forests into the future. \nGet your tickets online through The Discovery \nFeatured Presenters: \nDavid Mitchell \nDr. David Mitchell received his Ph.D. from the University of Nevada\, USA\, in 1995 and has contributed to the peer-reviewed literature in the atmospheric science sub-disciplines of cloud physics\, radiation\, remote sensing and climate dynamics.  He and his students developed a theory describing the evolution of the North American monsoon that is now widely accepted\, and he developed a treatment of ice cloud radiative properties that is currently used in the NCAR climate models.  He and Dr. Anne Garnier developed and published (in 2016) the first satellite remote sensing retrieval for ice particle concentrations and later developed a method providing global percentages of cirrus clouds strongly affected by homogeneous ice nucleation.  He published the first paper on the climate intervention method known as “cirrus cloud thinning” which may produce significant surface cooling at high latitudes. He has given 40 invited talks at universities and research institutes in the USA\, the U.K.\, Germany\, Mexico\, Norway\, France\, and Sweden. \nAnna Higgins \nAnna Higgins is a forester with over twenty years of experience in forestry and wildfire throughout the West. She has a B.S. Forestry from the University of Montana\, and a M.S. Forestry from Northern Arizona University. She has worked for the Oregon Department of Forestry\, the US Forest Service\, and currently the Nevada Division of Forestry. As the Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program Forester\, Anna oversees the management of the forests in all NV State Parks inside the Lake Tahoe Basin. She is also a qualified prescribed fire Burn Boss and is very passionate about reintroducing good fire back into our forests. \nAnna will present how the forests of Lake Tahoe have changed since Euro-American settlement\, what risks the forests are facing in a changing climate\, and how land managers and the Washoe tribe of Nevada and California are working to make the forests more resilient. \n  \nIn partnership with:\n\nSponsored by:
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/the-story-of-resilience-sd/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science Distilled
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SUMMARY:The Story of the Future
DESCRIPTION: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. \nTickets are available through The Discovery at https://nvdm.org/event/science-distilled-the-story-of-the-future/ \nFeatured Presenters: \nKylie Rowe\, Executive Director of Truckee Meadows Tomorrow\nMeasuring What Matters in Washoe County: TMT’s New Initiative in Data + Impact Storytelling\nFor 30+ years\, Truckee Meadows Tomorrow has been Northern Nevada’s hub for quality-of-life data + explanation of services and what we bring to the community. Kylie will be presenting an overview of Quality of Life Community Indicators in Washoe County with examples of data and TMT’s New Pilot Project in Data + Impact Storytelling.\n \nTMT is a grassroots organization that collects and publishes quality-of-life indicator data in northern Nevada. The mission is to enhance quality of life by providing accurate\, timely and objective data as the basis for community engagement and dialogue. \nJohn Mejia\, Associate Research Professor\, Climatology at DRI\nDr. Mejia’s current research focuses on developing regional climate modeling frameworks to examine climate impacts across various scales\, ranging from global to regional to urban settings. He integrates observations and model output to generate practical information for environmental management\, as well as the formulation of climate adaptation and mitigation strategies. Dr. Mejia’s presentation will show our advancements in the modeling of the urban climate for the Las Vegas Metropolitan area\, including its urban built heterogeneity and its interaction with urban vegetation\, water\, and energy consumption. Additionally\, we shed light on how policies aimed at water conservation (e.g.\, turf replacement) or heat management (e.g.\, cool roofs and cool roads) exhibit synergies and tradeoffs\, underscoring the importance of a comprehensive understanding for effective urban environmental management. \nJT Stark\, Data Visualization and Analytics Coordinator at Washoe County School District\nPresenting: Insight into High School Graduation\nIn his position as the Data Analytics Coordinator for the Washoe County School District (WCSD)\, the 59th largest district in the U.S.\, JT Stark plays a role in supporting the educational paths of over 60\,000 students each year. Recent innovations created within WCSD have allowed WCSD to lead the nation in educational early warning systems\, profoundly impacting the field of public education\, and identifying students in need more accurately and earlier than ever. Beyond his work at WCSD\, JT is an instructor of information systems and data analytics at the University of Nevada’s College of Business\, and serves on the board of Truckee Meadows Tomorrow\, a local non-profit committed to improving our community’s quality of life through strategic data utilization. \n \n\nIn partnership with:\n\nSponsored by:
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/the-story-of-the-future-sd/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science Distilled
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SUMMARY:A Miniseries Workshop on Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Want to bring sustainability to your classroom? Join DRI’s educator workshop to learn about two hands-on\, NGSS-aligned activities you can do with your students! Up to three continuing education hours are available to participants. Educators will learn about various hydroponic systems and how to bring the curriculum into their grade level. Engineering will also get the spotlight as we explore bringing energy conservation into the classroom through learning about thermodynamics. Classroom supplies tied to the training will be raffled as prizes at the end of the training. \nSpace is limited\, so be sure to reserve your spot today!\nhttps://forms.gle/6h8SeZmsn8vhoU3W6\nWorkshop Highlights:\nHydroponics: Discover how hydroponics fits into your grade level by exploring various systems and learning about the components needed to help your plants thrive.\nThermodynamics: Ignite curiosity by coupling energy and engineering in a hands-on energy conservation building challenge.\nRaffle Prizes: Class materials and supplies relating to the workshop will be raffled off as prizes!
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/sustainability-workshop/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM Education Program
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SUMMARY:New World Luminescence Dating Workshop 2024
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to host the New World Luminescence Dating Workshop (NWLDW) June 11-14\, 2024 at the Desert Research Institute (DRI) in Reno\, NV! \nLuminescence dating includes a group of established and rapidly emerging trapped charge dating techniques that are routinely used to constrain the timing of climate change\, tectonics\, sea level change\, topographic change\, natural hazards\, human history and evolution\, and human-environment interactions. NWDLW is a biannual workshop that features posters and presentations from students and researchers that develop and apply luminescence dating techniques in the Earth Sciences and Archaeology. This workshop serves as a forum for luminescence practitioners to share their findings with the broader scientific community\, and provides a friendly\, inclusive venue for students to meet and interact with experts in the field. \nStay tuned for updates on the DRI Luminescence Research Lab (DRILL) webpage as well as on our twitter @DRILuminescence.
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/new-world-luminescence-dating-workshop-2024/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:STEM Showcase for Educators: Back to School Blowout in Reno
DESCRIPTION:Training for Kindergarten through Fifth Grade Educators in Reno \nDRI is pleased to announce its “STEM Showcase for Educators: Back to School Blowout.”  The event includes training on DRI’s new Green Boxes\, which are Next Generation Science Standards and Amplify standards aligned\, free classroom supplies\, raffle prizes\, swag bags\, and a resource fair with local businesses and non-profit organizations. \nGreen Boxes are self-contained teaching kits that provide educators with two or more weeks of lesson plans along with all of the supplies necessary to conduct each activity. Every box uses active learning strategies to engage students in hands-on projects that foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills. These lessons are designed to enhance student literacy in various STEM subject areas\, from water conservation in the Desert Southwest to the environmental impact associated with natural resource extraction. Best of all\, this resource is offered FREE of cost to any formal or informal educator in Nevada! \nThis event is a collaboration between DRI’s Science Alive\, UNLV\, and the National Institute for the Advancement of Education. Register Today!
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/stem-showcase-for-educators-back-to-school-blowout-in-reno/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:STEM Education Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230720T160000
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SUMMARY:Artown Photography Exhibit & Open House
DESCRIPTION:During Artown we are celebrating the winners of DRI’s annual photography competition and inviting the community to attend this free event for science enthusiasts of all ages. Our scientists and staff travel the globe conducting their research. Along their journeys\, they return with more than just data and samples – they capture striking snapshots of the places they explore\, from the desolate deserts of Nevada to the intricate depths of a microscope.  We will also be hosting an open house during this time with free lab tours on a first-come\, first-served basis and drone demonstration in the courtyard. Come and check out all of the great work that our scientists are doing. This event is made possible\, in part\, with support from the Edna B. and Bruno Benna Foundation. \n– STEM activities for kids: Learn to make an anemometer – an instrument designed to measure wind speed and pressure!  \n– Food trucks from Bite Me Food Truck Nv and Crepes & Craft  \n– Photography exhibit with the winners from the #DRI photo contest.  \n– Drone and robotics demonstrations!  \nThen stay for a special #ScienceDistilled at 7 p.m. with The Discovery. You can purchase tickets online at bit.ly/artownsciencedistilled
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/artown-photography-exhibit-open-house/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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SUMMARY:Artown Science Distilled: The Intersection Between Art & Science
DESCRIPTION:At this installment in the Science Distilled series\, audience members will be taken on a deep dive into the surprising space where creativity and science commingle. Come learn why science needs creative minds and how creativity can be inspired by science. This event in the series is presented in conjunction with Artown and will feature a short documentary film\, speaker presentations\, and audience Q&A.\nDoors open at 6:30 p.m.\, and the presentation begins at 7:00 p.m.\n\nPurchase Tickets through The Discovery at https://nvdm.org/event/science-distilled-art-meets-science/\nNon-Members – $15.00\nMembers – $10.00\n\n\nSponsored by:\n \n     
URL:https://www.dri.edu/event/science-distilled-art-science/
LOCATION:DRI\, Reno Campus\, 2215 Raggio Parkway\, Reno\, NV\, 89512\, United States
CATEGORIES:Science Distilled
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