The Inland Northwest Research Alliance (INRA) is a consortium of eight research universities dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Inland Northwest through collaborative educational and research enterprises.

INRA was formed to facilitate the leveraging of new research and national partnerships between the member institutions and the private sector, federal agencies and federal laboratories.

INRA is a partner in Bechtel BWXT Idaho, LLC - the management and organization contractor responsible for running the INEEL for the Department of Energy. As a managing partner, INRA plays a strategic role in the education and research decisions at the laboratory. INRA's mission for the INEEL is to:

• Establish, develop and strengthen multidisciplinary research and educational programs;
• Collaborate with business and government agencies to develop and strengthen such programs;
• Utilize its resources in such a way as to maximize the performance of its partners, be they other educational institutions, business enterprises, or government agencies.

The consortium partners cutting-edge capabilities with INEEL research staff and shares large and complex research facilities, thereby fostering collaborations and joint activities. Such relationships will help build a sustaining work force for the INEEL by attracting and retaining world-class research talent, building continuity in knowledge, and fostering career growth. The consortium also positions the INEEL, INRA university members, and regional universities to compete nationally for research funding.

For more information about the Inland Northwest Research Alliance, visit their Website: www.inra.org.