Ep. 51 The Níhí Lab Pt. 1 with Dr. Cherie De Vore, Nieves Vázquez, and Jariah Callado
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This episode explores the Níhí Lab at the University of Arizona, focusing on the integration of Indigenous knowledge with engineering practices.
In this episode, we step inside a one-of-a-kind research lab at the University of Arizona’s Department of Chemical and Environmental Engineering, where cutting-edge process engineering meets deep respect for Indigenous knowledge systems. The Níhí Lab is lead by Dr. Cherie De Vore, PhD, who is the first Native American professor in the history of the University of Arizona’s School of Engineering. Cherie is passionate about mentoring the next generation of community leaders, offering a holistic approach that integrates multiple knowledge systems and praxis. Níhí Lab Research Group Photo The Diné word “Níhí” translates to a plural, collective “ours.” It reflects the spirit and foundation of their research community: to operate as an inclusive collective that brings together students, researchers, non-academic partners, and community members in shared purpose and responsibility. Group photo of students of the Nihi Lab with their Mentor Dr. Cherie De Vore taken at the 2025 American Indian Science & Engineering Society National Conference. Group photo of students of the Nihi Lab with their Mentor Dr. De Vore. From left to right, Nieves, Jariah, Gwen, and Dr. Cherie De Vore Leading the…
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