The McDonald Observatory invites Fort Davis residents and visitors to participate in the upcoming Texas Science Festival, a celebration of … More
Category: Science
Fort Stockton High School Students Advocate for Science Education
Students in Ms. Zeyen’s class at Fort Stockton High School recently explored the vital role of science in society through … More
Sul Ross State University Seeks Director for New West Texas Water Research Center
Sul Ross State University (SRSU) is actively seeking a Director to lead its newly established West Texas Water Research Center … More
Penrose: A Unique Intersection of Science and Art in Marfa This Week
This week, from October 22 to 25, 2024, the scenic town of Marfa is set to host Penrose, an exclusive … More
PHS Students Explore NASA Mobile Exhibit at Region 18
This week, students from Presidio High School traveled to Region 18 to experience the NASA Mobile Exhibit, a hands-on opportunity … More
McDonald Observatory Utilizes AI to Uncover White Dwarf Stars Consuming Planets
Astronomers using the Hobby-Eberly Telescope at McDonald Observatory in Fort Davis have recently confirmed the discovery of hundreds of “polluted” … More
Aoudad Impact in Trans Pecos Highlighted by Borderlands Research Institute
Justin French with the Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) has shared insights into the impact of aoudad on the Trans Pecos … More
Giant Magellan Telescope Enclosure Ready for Construction
Rendering of the Giant Magellan Telescope. Image credit: IDOM / Giant Magellan Telescope, GMTO Corporation. The University of Texas at Austin, … More
Former Sul Ross State Professor Publishes Landmark Study on Rediscovered Burmese Roofed Turtle
Dr. Steven G. Platt, a former professor of Biology at Sul Ross State University, has published an extensive study on … More
Sul Ross State University Explores Water Solutions After Successful “Water in the Desert” Conference
In the wake of the groundbreaking “Water in the Desert” conference held in January, Sul Ross State University (SRSU) is … More