Coral reefs are likely one of the most common subjects of nature documentaries and hold special interest to the world for their diverse beauty and productivity. Often, they are depicted […]
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As the beach season hits high gear along the Texas Gulf Coast, visitors and residents alike are noticing large amounts of Sargassum—floating brown seaweed—washing up on shore. While Sargassum can […]
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 […]
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 […]
WRITER 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 […]
WRITER 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 […]