A look into a field scientist’s packing list

Maggie McLaughlin | September 24, 2025

When you see a University of Texas Marine Science Institute ( MSI) boat leaving the marina full of pool noodles, surfboards, coolers, and a few butter knives, you may think that we are heading out for a relaxing picnic at the beach. In reality, we are heading out for field work in the marsh, and those items are highly technical... READ MORE >