Texas Area Planetary Sciences Meeting
August 20, 2026 – August 21, 2026
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EVENT DETAILS
August 20, 2026 – August 21, 2026
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
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Commons Conference Center
2901 Read Granberry Trail
Austin, TX 78758
Commons Conference Center
2901 Read Granberry Trail
Austin, TX 78758
United States of America
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ABOUT TAPS
The Texas Area Planetary Science (TAPS) Conference is a pioneering event, marking the first conference of its kind in the Texas area. TAPS is designed with three key objectives to foster a more robust local planetary-exoplanet science community.
- Community Building: TAPS aims to bring together scientists, researchers, and enthusiasts from various institutions to form a dynamic network of individuals passionate about this field. The conference facilitates meaningful interactions and collaborations, laying a strong foundation for scientific advancements in the planetary-exoplanet-astrobiology science fields in Texas.
- Showcasing Local Resources: TAPS provides a platform for participating institutions to highlight their state-of-the-art laboratory facilities, advanced technologies, and computational resources. This visibility not only raises awareness but also encourages partnerships and resource sharing across institutions, ultimately benefiting the broader scientific community.
- Knowledge Sharing: As a regular gathering for knowledge sharing and intellectual stimulation, TAPS offers experts a platform to present their latest findings, discuss emerging trends, and explore new frontiers in planetary-exoplanet-astrobiology science together.
Through these initiatives, TAPS is positioned to drive scientific progress, enhance collaboration, and propel Texas to the forefront of planetary-exoplanet-astrobiology research.



