Past Events

Multistage Bayesian Methods in Marine Science

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Mevin Hooten, Professor, Department of Statistics and Data Sciences, and The University of Texas at Austin

Characterization of the epifaunal macroinvertebrate communities associated with anthropogenic structures in the Mission-Aransas Estuary.

11:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hybrid

Speaker(s): Tess Kelly - Master's Student - UTMSI

Grant Lockridge explores the role of exploratory learning and hands-on mentorship in STEM education, drawing on his experience at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab to highlight how well-equipped workshops foster creativity and scientific innovation.

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm • In Person

Speaker(s): Grant Lockridge

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