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Our Mission
The Coastal Studies Laboratory located on South Padre Island was established in 1973, and is dedicated to providing educational opportunities, enhancing research, engaging in public service, and providing community outreach related to coastal and marine concerns in the Gulf of Mexico with special emphasis on the South Texas region.
Aquarium & Museum
Staff
Email: jennifer.brouwen01@utrgv.edu
Phone: 956-882-4078
Funding
The Coastal Studies Lab, with the support of HEB funding, has undergone an exhibit renovation of our museum. This project features a 360-degree mural of an underwater scene made by our local artist Mario Morales from Artistico, Inc. We are thrilled about these long-awaited updates which have transformed our space into an engaging and creative atmosphere that everyone can experience through their unique perception of art. If you would like to help support the Coastal Studies Lab, your contributions would be greatly appreciated and will go toward essential needs such as fish food for our aquaria or improvements to our educational and research facility. Your generosity helps us continue our mission of promoting marine conservation, education, and scientific discovery.
Bivalve Research Group (BRG)
Current Activities
Here are some of the current activities of the BRG: Oyster Hatchery, Oyster Culture, Oyster Reef Health, Clam Culture
Bivalve Research Group (BRG)
Studies on bivalves, mussels, and oysters
Associate Professor
joanne.rampersadammons@utrgv.edu
UTRGV Coastal Studies Lab
We are at UTRGV’s Coastal Studies Laboratory (CSL) on South Padre Island off the Lower Laguna Madre (LLM).
Bivalve Research Group
UTRGV’s Bivalve Research Group (BRG) is interested in all issues related to bivalves such as oysters, clams and mussels.
Contact
You can reach us by contacting Dr. Joanne Rampersad (aka Dr. Jo)
Current Activities
Here are some of the current activities of the BRG: Oyster Hatchery, Oyster Culture, Oyster Reef Health, Clam Culture
Bivalve Research Group (BRG)
Studies on bivalves, mussels, and oysters
Associate Professor
joanne.rampersadammons@utrgv.edu
UTRGV Coastal Studies Lab
We are at UTRGV’s Coastal Studies Laboratory (CSL) on South Padre Island off the Lower Laguna Madre (LLM).
Bivalve Research Group
UTRGV’s Bivalve Research Group (BRG) is interested in all issues related to bivalves such as oysters, clams and mussels.
Contact
You can reach us by contacting Dr. Joanne Rampersad (aka Dr. Jo)