Nevada
In 2007, Nevada-based federal agencies and laboratories received a federal R&D investment of $321 million. They leveraged that investment via their technology transfer efforts to address societal needs, promote economic development and growth, and enhance U.S. competitiveness. From defense to life sciences to energy to agriculture, Nevada-based federal agencies and labs are meeting the technology transfer mission envisioned by Congress.
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Federal Obligations for R&D in Nevada, 2007 ($ thousands)
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| Agency |
Total |
| All Agencies |
321,050 |
| Dept. of Agriculture |
4,681 |
| Dept. of Commerce |
774 |
| Dept. of Defense |
82,746 |
| Dept. of Energy |
160,872 |
| Dept. of Health and Human Services |
23,856 |
| Dept. of Homeland Security |
1 |
| Dept. of Interior |
3,829 |
| Dept. of Transportation |
2,069 |
| Environmental Protection Agency |
19,364 |
| NASA |
6,549 |
| National Science Foundation |
16,309 |
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Source: NSF Science and Engineering Profiles
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Technology Transfer Success Stories
Nevada Regional Science Bowl
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science sponsors a range of science education initiatives through its Workforce Development for Teachers and Scientists program. Included within this program is the Science Bowl, a nationwide academic science competition.
Science Bowl competitions encourage student involvement in math and science activities, improve awareness of career options in science and technology, and provide an avenue of enrichment and reward for academic science achievement.
The DOE National Nuclear Security Administration Nevada Site Office began the annual Nevada Regional Science Bowl high school competition in1991 with 19 teams competing. Today, more than 30 teams representing high schools from Nevada, California, Utah, and Arizona travel to Las Vegas to compete. In 2007 the Nevada Regional Science Bowl middle school competition was established and was added to the DOE National Nuclear Security Administration Nevada Site Office program in 2011.
Competing teams from diverse backgrounds are comprised of four students, one alternate, and a teacher who serves as an advisor and coach. The competition consists of a round robin followed by a double elimination final. Students are quizzed in a fast-paced question-and-answer format similar to the television show Jeopardy. Questions are submitted by scientists from all of DOE's facilities as well as from other federal agencies and universities. Additionally, the middle school competition includes a separate fuel cell car race each year.
Connect with Nevada Laboratories
To learn more about, and connect with, Nevada's FLC member laboratories, visit the Nevada Laboratories web page. The web-based, searchable database displays laboratory profiles with information such as contacts, areas of expertise, laboratory history, website links, and more.
Contact an FLC Representative in Your Region
Mr. Brian Suh
Space and Navel Warfare (SPAWAR)
Phone: 619-553-5118
Email:
brian.suh@navy.mil
