CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi welcomed some of the nation’s leading estuary experts Tuesday as the city hosted the National Estuary Program’s Tech Transfer Meeting at the Omni.
The three-day gathering brings together experts in estuary research, conservation and education to share knowledge and explore new approaches to protecting estuaries.
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Representing Corpus Christi, Harte Research Institute Director of Community Engagement Jace Tunnell served as the keynote speaker. Tunnell, a member of the National Estuary Program, also highlighted the importance of local efforts to educate the public about the Gulf.
“The goal is trying to get people to understand what’s going on in the Gulf, and we think it’s making a difference,” Tunnell said. “The fact that they’re calling me to be a keynote speaker that’s good news, and that means that people are watching and listening and hopefully we’re getting the message out about the importance of the Gulf.”
The meeting continues throughout the week, with experts sharing research funding tips and innovations in data collection. Participants will also take trips to visit local estuaries.