Our Work

Kansas Water Institute research

The Kansas Water Institute is proud to support innovative research faculty from different universities in Kansas. Our work focuses on the water resource issues facing our state, whether that's depletion of the High Plains Aquifer, degraded water quality, or vulnerability to extreme events. Our projects put a special emphasis on the work of early-career scientists, and we emphasize funding for student research (both graduate and undergraduate). Take a look at the KWI info sheet for more information about how we ensure that Kansas water is our focus.

Are you an undergraduate or graduate student? The Kansas Water Institute wants to support your work and your research. Learn more about how you can receive scholarships, research support, or other financial aid.

Current Research

Supporting the Kansas State Water Plan

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Partnership Projects

Leveraging data to expand interdisciplinary work

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Livestock industry

Showing the importance of water in the value chain

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