University of Texas Marine Science Institute

University of Texas Marine Science Institute
Established1941 (1941)
Research typeMarine Sciences
DirectorSharon Z Herzka
Faculty16
Students41
Address750 Channel View Dr
LocationPort Aransas, Texas, United States
27°50′N 97°03′W / 27.84°N 97.05°W / 27.84; -97.05
78373
Operating agency
University of Texas at Austin
Websiteutmsi.utexas.edu

The University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) is part of the University of Texas at Austin but is located in Port Aransas, Texas. Founded in 1941, UTMSI currently has 15 faculty members and 35 graduate students. Notable alumni include Nancy Rabalais. Facilities on the main campus include wet and dry lab space, a wildlife rehabilitation "keep", dormitories, boat storage, and offices. UTMSI has received funding appropriated by the Texas State Legislature since 1971. In 2021, these funds totaled approximately $4.5 million.

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