The Texas Geosciences Institute is a research institute and professional association for geoscientists in the state of Texas. The institute was established in 1965 and is based at The University of Texas at Austin. The institute’s mission is to advance the study and understanding of geosciences in Texas and to promote the professional development of geoscientists in the state. The institute conducts research in areas such as geology, geophysics, geochemistry, and hydrogeology, and it also organizes conferences, workshops, and other events for geoscientists. The Texas Geosciences Institute is a member of the American Geosciences Institute, a national organization that represents geoscientists in the United States.