Past Events

Dr. Carlos R. Baiz presents a near-infrared spectroscopy system for rapid, on-site detection of microplastics, using machine learning to classify polymer types.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Dr. Carlos Baiz

The CNS team is returning to UTMSI on April 10-11! We’re excited to welcome Drs. Scott Burghart, Po-Tsan Ku, Lauren Webb, and Michelle Gaston for discussions on career development, graduate education, professional growth, and teaching strategies.

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Speaker(s): Scott Burghart, Po-Tsan Ku, Lauren Webb, and Michelle Gaston

This presentation highlights Dr. Harlan (Lanny) Miller's career in algae-based technologies, focusing on scientific innovations, commercialization challenges, and industry opportunities.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Dr. Harlan Lanny Miller

Join us on April 3, 2025, at the Marine Science Institute in Port Aransas for a symposium on the potential of seaweed farming in Texas, covering cultivation, biofuels, co-cultivation, and its role in sustainable economic growth.

8:00 am – 5:00 pm • In Person

Title: Arctic carbon and freshwater fluxes in a time of change

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Rainer Amon

The University of Texas Marine Science Institute and Mission-Aransas Reserve are hosting their third Women in Marine Science Day, geared towards all interested in marine science. This is a FREE, come-and-go event.

10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Recognize colleagues who go above and beyond in their service, research, and contributions to our community.

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm • In Person

Professional Development Awards provide support for students to attend major professional meetings at which they present an original paper based on their research conducted at the University of Texas.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Ingrid Bunholi, Juan Pablo Lozano, Marissa Kordal, Lu Lin, Bailey Bonham, and Tess Kelly

Join the Green Team’s Clothing Swap on March 25, 4–6 PM in the ERC Seminar Room! Bring gently used clothes, shoes, or accessories and swap sustainably!

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm • In Person

Students at the University of Texas Marine Science Institute will have their Spring Break from March 17 to March 21, 2025.

8:00 am – 5:00 pm