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  • 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…
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  • 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…
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  • IWRRI Hiring Update
    The Idaho Water Resources Research Institute (IWRRI) is in the midst of hiring and we have re-posted the Hydrogeology Research Scientist position. Required Education: PhD in relevant field or MS plus 2 years of experience Timeline: Applications will be reviewed the week of September 29th. Work Location: Idaho Falls or Boise, Idaho.   We invite applications from collaborative and innovative researchers committed to interdisciplinary approaches in water science and management. IWRRI scientists will conduct and coordinate community-identified actionable water research with the opportunity…
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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