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Astronomy, Parker Ranch to be discussed during Waimea community meeting Thursday

Past, present, and future of island astronomy and Parker Ranch will be discussed during the Waimea Community Association meeting this Thursday.

University of Hawaiʻi’s telescope dedicated in 1970 now honored for enduring impact on space exploration

University of Hawaiʻi’s 2.2-meter (88 inch) telescope on Maunakea was recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Milestone program for its role in shaping astronomical research worldwide.

UH launching space tech development center, student-training hub

The Space Sciences Initiative is expected to expand Hawaiʻi’s technology sector and create more high-paying jobs across the state.

Big Island’s Maunakea is front-row seat to discovering what’s in the universe

Maunakea’s unique geography, geology and atmospheric conditions make the Big Island’s tallest volcanic mountain a premiere place in the world for astronomy research.

Report: Astronomy Continues to Significantly Impact Hawaiʻi Economy

Astronomy in Hawaiʻi supports employment of 1,313 residents and had a total economic impact of $221 million on the state in 2019, according to a University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization update released Sunday, Jan. 30.

Local Astronomer Chosen to Lead University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy

Veteran local astronomer Doug Simons was chosen as the next director of the University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy (IfA).

UH Regents Approve 6 New Maunakea Management Board Members

The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents (BOR) approved the appointments of six members of the community-based Maunakea Management Board (MKMB).