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NSHE and DRI receive $22M grant for climate change research in Nevada NSHE and DRI receive $22M grant for climate change research in Nevada  
The five year study will measure the climate change effects in Nevada and the Great Basin. NSHE and DRI scientists will conduct new research on regional ecology, water resources, climate patterns, and the impacts on decision making policies.
Genome sequencing reveals unique adaptations to harsh environments and links to pathogens Genome sequencing reveals unique adaptations to harsh environments and links to pathogens  
The “pompeii” worm is one of the world’s most temperature tolerant organisms. DRI scientists Grzymski and Murray research the close union between worm and bacteria.
 News Releases 
11/12/08: Scientists reveal mysteries of deep-sea hydrothermal vents 11/12/08: Scientists reveal mysteries of deep-sea hydrothermal vents
DRI scientists Joseph J. Grzymski and Alison E. Murray reveal new information about one of the most mysterious associations on Earth.
Glenn Berger 11/6/08: Scientific Drilling to Study Human Origins in Africa
DRI scientist Glenn Berger has been invited to participate in an international workshop in Ethiopia to further explore the link between past climate changes and the evolution of human ancestors.

Wagner Medals of Excellence Announced 10/29/08: Peter B. Wagner Medals of Excellence announced
Ross Edwards from the Division of Hydrologic Sciences in Reno and Jianting Zhu from the Division of Hydrologic Sciences in Las Vegas will be honored for their achievements in cutting edge research, publications, peer recognition, and service.

Nevada Medal The Nevada Medal
Established by DRI in 1988, the Nevada Medal acknowledges outstanding achievement in science and engineering.
DRI Research Parks DRI Research Parks
Partnering with business in the development and commercialization of advanced technology.
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Gathering Genius ISEF 2009
Gathering Genius Intel International Science and Engineering Fair 2009The world’s best young scientists are coming to Reno May 10-16, 2009.
International Symposium on Terminus Lakes
International Symposium on Terminus LakesJoin us Oct. 26-29, 2009 for terminus lakes research from national and international scientists.
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