6/1/12 Updates:
Congratulations to TAS Member Ray Mathews on his contributions of wildflower pictures to The Wildflower Center. Click on the link above to learn about Ray's passion for science, wildflowers & photography.
Ray (pictured on the left) also played an instrumental role as TAS Historian and getting our materials archived at Baylor University.
Dr. Romi Burks, Past-President of TAS, spoke about the Texas Academy of Science and her research on the radio program Science Studio. Listen to the interview.
Please note that our journal and website has been the subject of unsolicited requests for manuscripts and payments. Note that TAS has no affiliation with the website (texasscientists.us)
Strategic Planning:
5-yr Strategic Goal Announced: "To increase visibility and effectiveness of TAS in promoting strong science in Texas."
- Main plan presented and approved at 2012 meeting
- If you would like to be more involved, please contact Ben Pierce, Past TAS President that will continue in an advising role for Strategic Planning.
Update your Membership on-line!!
Stay tuned for new information about the 2013 meeting!
- If you have ideas for special sessions, contact Program Chair, Cindy Contreras
- If you would like to nominate someone for an award, contact Vice-President Chris Ritzi
Successful 2011 Meeting with 592 participants!
- FULL PROGRAM AVAILABLE FOR VIEWING
- Photo Gallery Planned
- Send pictures & captions to President Romi Burks
- Access PowerPoint Slides from Martha McLeod's Talk
- Outstanding Texas Educator
TAS in the News: link to San Antonio News Article by Forrest Mims
