Past Events

The 2026 public lecture series features in-person presentations by scientists on their research and programs, free for everyone to attend. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM at the Patton Center, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Andrew Orgill and Tess Kelly

Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with us at UTMSI’s Chinese New Year Celebration on Friday, February 13, 2026, at the Campus Commons, featuring cultural activities, shared learning, Chinese food, and an optional homemade dessert share.

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Controls on nutrient distributions in the deep-water region of the Gulf of Mexico

11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Victor Camacho

The 2026 public lecture series features in-person presentations by scientists on their research and programs, free for everyone to attend. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM at the Patton Center, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Randy Bissell

We’re excited to welcome Librarian Janelle Hedstrom to UTMSI from February 10–13 for workshops, one-on-one meeting opportunities, and more.

12:00 pm – 12:00 pm • In Person

UT Marine Science Institute researchers present talks on ancient marine trace fossils and the ecological impacts of long-term forest pest outbreaks in Alaska.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Sara Biddle and Christopher Peterson

The 2026 public lecture series features in-person presentations by scientists on their research and programs, free for everyone to attend. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM at the Patton Center, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Lee Fuiman

The 2026 public lecture series features in-person presentations by scientists on their research and programs, free for everyone to attend. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM at the Patton Center, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Sharon Herzka

The 2026 public lecture series features in-person presentations by scientists on their research and programs, free for everyone to attend. Lectures are held at 7:00 PM at the Patton Center, with doors opening at 6:30 PM.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Angel Enriquez

The University of Texas Marine Science Institute will be closed on Monday, January 19, in observance of the holiday.

8:00 am – 5:00 pm