Faculty and students from the MANTIS Laboratory recently attended the 2026 ASPRS Gulf South Region Geospatial Conference in Thibodaux, Louisiana, engaging with the regional geospatial community and sharing ongoing research efforts. The conference provided a valuable platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and discussion of emerging trends in photogrammetry, remote sensing, and geospatial analytics. MANTIS participants contributed to technical sessions and connected with professionals from academia and industry. Participation in the conference highlights the lab’s continued commitment to advancing geospatial science and fostering professional development through active engagement in the broader research community.