As marine heatwaves and coral bleaching become more common, fishes that primarily rely on corals as a food source, like butterflyfishes, often suffer population declines. In a recent study published […]
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UT Summer Science is an exciting, inquiry-based learning experience for youth ages 10 and up, entering 5th through 11th grade. Throughout the week, participants will be immersed in science, technology, engineering, arts, and […]
UT launched a new cancer initiative in an effort to foster transformative increases in prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survival by paring researchers from different disciplines to research new ideas. As […]
The University of Texas Marine Science Institute offers yearly boat slip rentals at its private marina in Port Aransas, TX. The marina offers unparallel access to the Gulf and is […]
AUTHOR Kyle Runion
Coastal salt marshes can combat sea-level rise by generating extensive root structures which help build the surface elevation. However, measuring these root structures to assess marsh health is muddy work. […]
The Port Aransas newspaper known as South Jetty has provided award-winning news to all since 1971. The South Jetty has run news stories about the University of Texas Marine Science […]
Marine Science Newsletter: Issue 34 keeps the UTMSI community informed with the latest research discoveries, ongoing Texas Gulf Coast research projects, faculty and staff announcements, administrative updates, event recaps, and […]
AUTHOR Amanda R. Jacoby
On January 20, 2025, a powerful cold front swept through the Texas coast, bringing freezing temperatures that would prove perilous for sea turtles. As northern bays experienced a sudden drop […]
AUTHOR Sally Palmer
Notice: The Patton Center Closed for Private Event Please be advised that the Patton Center will be closed for a private event on Friday, January 24th, 2025 and Saturday, January […]
AUTHOR Sally Palmer
The Patton Center in Port Aransas and the Bay Education Center in Rockport will be closed for Thanksgiving from Thursday, November 28th, to Monday, December 2nd. Wishing everyone a safe […]