9th Annual Texas Plastic Pollution Symposium – Details coming soon!

Join us for the 9th Annual Texas Plastic Pollution Symposium. Date and Details coming soon! This event brings together scientists, researchers, and advocates to explore Texas’s latest studies on plastic pollution. Beyond sharing the latest research, the symposium aims to inspire action and raise awareness about the profound impacts of plastics on our environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and contribute to meaningful change!
Event highlights
Research Presentations
Posters Sessions
Project Discussions
Networking Opportunities
Symposium Location: TBD
Evening Social Event – Coming soon
Attendees of the Texas Plastic Pollution Symposium are invited to join us for an evening social gathering the night before the symposium. Details to follow.
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Kick off the symposium by connecting with fellow attendees in a relaxed, informal setting. Lite appetizers will be served, and beverages will be available for purchase. The evening will offer a great opportunity to network and continue conversations ahead of the conference.
We hope you’ll join us!
🌊 Stay tuned for the release of the meeting program booklet, featuring detailed information on the schedule of presentations and events. For updates, visit our Symposium Program page.
Sponsorships and Acknowledgements
We extend our sincere appreciation to the sponsors of the 2027 Texas Plastic Pollution Symposium including Nurdle Patrol with the Harte Research Institute at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi through a grant from the Matagorda Bay Mitigation Trust, Sea Grant Texas at Texas A&M University, Coastal Bend Bays & Estuaries Program, Texas A&M Galveston, Texas Master Naturalist Port Aransas/Mustang Island Tourism Bureau & Chamber of Commerce, Turtle Island Restoration Network, Friends of Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary, and Air Alliance. Their contributions have been vital in ensuring that this year’s symposium continues to unite leading coastal researchers, students, elected officials, non-governmental organizations, and businesses. Together, we will dive into the latest scientific advancements and coastal programs addressing plastic pollution across the State of Texas.

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