More of the world’s coastal glaciers are melting faster than ever, but exactly what’s triggering the large-scale retreat has been difficult to pin down because of natural fluctuations in the glaciers’ surroundings. Now, researchers at the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics (UTIG) and Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a methodology that they think… Continue Reading Coastal Glacier Retreat Linked to Climate Change
Celebrate UTIG! Staff and Student Awards 2021-2022
The Celebrate UTIG Luncheon is an annual celebration at the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics to recognize and reward the achievements of the institution’s staff and students. The 2021/22 awards were presented by director, Demian Saffer, at a lunch ceremony – the first in person awards since 2019. Before presenting the awards, Saffer gave… Continue Reading Celebrate UTIG! Staff and Student Awards 2021-2022
Remembering Art Maxwell
On August 21, 2019, the University of Texas Institute for Geophysics and the world of ocean sciences lost a luminary leader and pioneering geophysicist. Arthur (Art) Maxwell served as director from 1982 to 1994. His colleagues remember an inspirational man of science who cared greatly about the Institute and its people. “You always felt like… Continue Reading Remembering Art Maxwell
UTIG Mourns Passing of Arthur Maxwell
By Jamie Austin Arthur E. (Art) Maxwell had one of the most distinguished careers in administration in the history of the ocean sciences in the U.S. He served in the U.S. Navy during part of WWII, after receiving an undergraduate degree from New Mexico Tech. He received a graduate degree from Scripps Institution of Oceanography,… Continue Reading UTIG Mourns Passing of Arthur Maxwell
UTIG Announces New Associate Directors
UTIG is excited to announce that Mrinal Sen and Gail Christeson will be the new Associate Directors. “UTIG is fortunate to have such capable scientists who are willing to help with the administration of our group,” said UTIG Director Terry Quinn. “I look forward to working with them in their new roles.” As associate directors,… Continue Reading UTIG Announces New Associate Directors
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