IWRRI funds strategic Idaho water research projects

IWRRI funds strategic Idaho water research projects

IWRRI funds strategic Idaho water research projects BOISE, Idaho — Jan. 08, 2026 — The Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) has prioritized and is backing several research projects involving the state’s three public research universities to address Idaho’s pressing water challenges. Established in 1964, IWRRI is one of 54 U.S. water research and technology centers, conducting and directing research to support the water resource needs of the state and entire Northwestern U.S. In fall 2025, IWRRI allocated more than $580,000 for eight faculty-led research projects proposed by scientists…

IWRRI CdA Staff

OUR GEM: Water Research Updates in Idaho

By Meg Wolf, Assistant Director for the Idaho Water Resources Research Institute The Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) has been busy this summer engaging with water users, water scientists, and water managers across the state. IWRRI is one of the nation’s 54 water research and technology centers. In this role, IWRRI conducts and directs research to support the water resource needs of Idaho, the Northwest region, and the nation. IWRRI also plays a role in facilitating, participating in, and…

2025 recipients of the Joseph Jordan IWRRI Student Research Fellowship

2025 recipients of the Joseph Jordan IWRRI Student Research Fellowship

The Idaho Water Resources Research Institute is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Joseph Jordan IWRRI Student Research Fellowship, Dinesh Gulati and Turker Anlaroglu. Established by the family of Joseph Jordan, the fellowship provides financial assistance and hands-on experience to University of Idaho students pursuing careers in water resources management. Fellows work directly with agencies, Tribes, nonprofits, and industry partners to address real-world water challenges. This year, both students contributed to a WaterSMART-funded project in collaboration with the…

Learn about IWRRI on the Vandal Theory Podcast

Learn about IWRRI on the Vandal Theory Podcast

Kendra Kaiser, IWRRI Director, was recently featured in a special summer episode of the University of Idaho’s “The Vandal Theory” podcast. In the episode, Kendra shares how IWRRI is working to identify and fill critical water research gaps across Idaho. Listen in to learn how collaboration and research are advancing water solutions for our state.

University of Idaho and North Idaho College Team Up to Celebrate Youth Scientific Leaders

University of Idaho and North Idaho College Team Up to Celebrate Youth Scientific Leaders

The University of Idaho Coeur d’Alene’s Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) partnered with North Idaho College (NIC) to celebrate the winners of the 2025 Youth Water Summit. This annual event empowers high school students to investigate and address real-world water issues in their communities through hands-on research, innovation, and public presentation.

Idaho Legislature Allocates $1Million to IWRRI

Idaho Legislature Allocates $1Million to IWRRI

The Idaho Legislature has allocated $1 million in funding to the Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) to prioritize water research among all of Idaho’s public institutions of higher education. The newly formed IWRRI Executive Board will direct the use of these funds, consistent with the institute’s research priorities to encourage rigorous, actionable water research.   This funding will launch IWRRI into a new phase of fostering connections across the water community to facilitate research on Idaho’s most pressing water topics….

IWRRI Director and Assistant Director Attend NIWR

IWRRI Director and Assistant Director Attend NIWR Director Kendra Kaiser and Assistant Director Meg Wolf traveled to Washington, D.C., in February to attend the National Institute for Water Resources (NIWR) annual meeting. This meeting, which brought together water research institutes from across every state and territory, provided an opportunity to hear about water research and engagement activities across the country and allowed IWRRI to connect and collaborate on regional hydrology-related research activities, especially with colleagues in Washington, Oregon, Alaska and…

Group discussion for the Water Research Workshop in southern Idaho

IWRRI Holds Water Research Workshop

IWRRI Holds Water Research Workshop In February, 36 water professionals gathered for the first IWRRI Idaho Water Research Workshop. The workshop focused on irrigation challenges and research needs in southern Idaho, bringing together experts from universities, state agencies, local non-profits, research organizations and statewide water consultants. Participants included representatives from the University of Idaho, Boise State University, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, and the Idaho Department of Water Resources, among others. The workshop featured 16 speakers who presented…