Dr. Ayal Anis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Ayal Anis is an Associate Professor Emeritus at Texas A&M University Galveston, specializing in Marine Coastal Environmental Science. His research interests include Physical Oceanography, focusing on the dynamics and processes within coastal and estuarine environments. Anis has contributed significantly to the understanding of turbulence mixing, sediment transport, and ecological dynamics in marine systems. He obtained his Doctor of Philosophy in Physical Oceanography from Oregon State University in 1994, a Master of Science in Applied Physics from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem in 1984, and a Bachelor of Science in Physics from Tel-Aviv University in 1982. Anis has taught various courses related to physical oceanography at the undergraduate and graduate levels and has been involved in advisory roles, mentoring students through directed studies. Throughout his career, he has conducted numerous funded research projects examining the effects of climatic variations on marine environments and the interplay between hydrodynamics and biological processes. His notable publications span various journals, and he actively participates in academic conferences, presenting his findings and insights.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Texas A&M University Galveston • Galveston, TX

Engaged in teaching, research, and mentoring students in Marine Coastal Environmental Science.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Texas A&M University Galveston • Galveston, TX

Conducted research and taught courses in marine sciences and oceanography.

Research Associate

— Present

Department of Oceanography, Dalhousie University • Canada

Worked on various research projects in oceanography.

Graduate Research Assistant

— Present

College of Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences, Oregon State University • Corvallis, OR

Assisted in research related to physical oceanography.

Physicist

— Present

EL-OP • Israel

Worked in R&D for microelectronic devices.

Courses

MARS 101 MARS 410 MARS 485 MARS 491 MARS/MARB 681 MASE 310 OCNG 608 OCNG 685 PHYS 218

Requirements for Texas A&M University Galveston

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or closely related field Undergraduate research experience (recommended)
Application Checklist
  • GraduateCAS Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Transcripts from all colleges attended
  • Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Chemistry; GRE General and Subject scores are not required or expected for Fall 2026.