Author: Leslie Lee
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Texas A&M and TWRI scientists measure PFAS levels in Arroyo Colorado
Located in Texas’ Lower Rio Grande Valley, the Arroyo Colorado watershed is quickly urbanizing and growing in population. Research conducted by the Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI) and Texas A&M University scientists analyzed water samples collected in the Arroyo Colorado watershed and found levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS. Published earlier this year in the…
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Research roundup: recent water research from TWRI and around Texas
Peer-reviewed publications by TWRI and Texas A&M University System scientists Producer Willingness to Accept Incentive Levels for Cover Crop Adoption in the Southern Great Plains: Texas Water Resources Institute scientists and co-authors analyzed agricultural producers’ willingness to adopt regenerative cover crop practices in their operation. This research analyzed survey responses submitted by producers and non-operating landowners…
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Private water well screenings set for Floresville Dec. 17-18
The Texas Well Owner Network, TWON, will host water well screenings Dec. 17-18 in Floresville Dec. 17-18 for Wilson County residents. Water samples will be screened for contaminants, including total coliform bacteria, E. coli, nitrate-nitrogen and salinity. “The TWON program was established to help well owners become familiar with Texas groundwater resources, septic system maintenance, well maintenance…
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Mills Scholarship recipient Dallas Williams studies rain garden best practices
Dallas Williams receiving second place and the People’s Choice Award in the doctoral division at the Three Minute Thesis Finals competition. Photo courtesy of the Texas A&M University Department of Soil and Crop Sciences Could using alternative materials for rain gardens make them more efficient and sustainable? Dallas Williams, a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of…
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Natural resources professionals invited to online stakeholder facilitation training Dec. 11-12
The Texas Water Resources Institute will host an online training workshop, Stakeholder Facilitation – Working with Stakeholders to Move the Process Forward, Dec. 11-12. This virtual event is designed to equip participants with essential skills for effective stakeholder engagement in natural resource programs. Participants will gain valuable insights and practical tips on: · Setting up…
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Meet a scientist: Pao Tai Lin
Pao Tai Lin, Ph.D., began his academic journey pursuing dual undergraduate studies in chemistry and electrical engineering, before discovering his true calling in using optical sciences for water quality monitoring. After earning his master’s degrees in chemistry and optics, Lin went to Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, to pursue his Ph.D. in materials science. During his…
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TWRI is hiring an administrative assistant
The Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI) is currently hiring a part-time administrative assistant, who will provide the TWRI leadership team with scheduling, coordination and administrative support. This is a part-time position located in College Station that would ideally work each day Monday-Friday, up to 19.5 hours per week. Some flexibility is available based on candidate needs.…
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Rhodes recognized by Society for Range Management for Ogallala research
Texas Water Resources Institute (TWRI) Research Specialist TWRI Ed Rhodes received the technical publication award at the annual Texas Section Society for Range Management (TSSRM) meeting held last month in Victoria. “The honors and recognition received by our faculty and students highlight the significant and ongoing contributions of Texas A&M AgriLife to rangeland health and resource stewardship…
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Medina River watershed protection meeting set for Nov. 19 in Castroville
The Texas Water Resources Institute, TWRI, will host a stakeholder meeting for the Medina River Below Medina Diversion Lake Watershed Protection Plan on Nov. 19 in Castroville. The free, public meeting will be from 1-3 p.m. at the Braden Keller Community Center, 1410 Amelia St. This meeting will begin covering the final components of the plan…
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Riparian and stream ecosystem workshop set for Nov. 26 in Taylor
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas Water Resources Institute, TWRI, and the Texas Riparian Association will host a free Texas Riparian and Stream Ecosystem Education Program on Nov. 26 in Taylor. The program, which is for area residents interested in land and water stewardship in the Brushy Creek watershed, will be from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The morning session…
