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New research sheds light on relationships between plants and insects in Big Island forests
The study took place in 40 forests around the world including ʻŌhiʻa-dominated native forests on both the Big Island and Kaua‘i.
Researchers to look at how residential sewage systems impact Kahalu‘u Bay waters
The research is part of a larger project funded by the Pacific Islands Climate Adaptation Science Center, which is a collaboration between the U.S. Geological Survey, UH Mānoa and UH Hilo.
Upgrading tradition: Drones aid restoration, resilience of Native Hawaiian fishponds
Researchers from the University of Hawai‘i and fishpond stewards in Hilo are using these unmanned aerial vehicles to support integrated coastal zone management, including at cultural heritage sites.
‘Wicked Tuna’ star meets Kaua‘i fishermen, scientist eager to resume local ahi research
Reality TV’s Dave Marciano and a group of Garden Isle fishermen say scientific collaboration is key to keeping their fisheries healthy.
Geological studies of icy moons led by UH-Mānoa scientists support search for alien life
Researchers are interested in features called strike-slip faults on these moons because they can facilitate the exchange of surface and subsurface materials, potentially creating environments conducive for life
El Niño ‘flavors’ help unravel past variability, future response to climate change
The research enables more accurate projection of future changes and impacts from El Niño, the primary factor affecting variability in water temperature and trade wind strength in the Pacific.
New rat lungworm disease resource to help doctors with diagnosis, treatment
A new review paper, led by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa researchers, was recently published to educate medical professionals in the United States and around the world as they encounter an increasing number of patients suffering from the disease.
UH-Hilo Study IDs Sources of Harmful Bacteria Washing Into Hilo Bay
What lurks in the microscopic world beneath the surface of waters in Hilo Bay and where it comes from is the focus of a new study by University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo researchers recently published in the Journal of Environmental Quality.
Microbes From Hawai‘i Volcanic Environments Could Offer Insights Into Ancient Life on Earth, Mars
Microscopic life in lava caves and tubes on the Big Island that are hundreds of years old could help understand how life might have existed on early Earth and Mars.
Tool Can Detect Ancient ‘Bio-Residues’ on Earth And Beyond
An innovative tool developed by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers could be a critical part of future NASA missions to detect life — existing or extinct — on Earth and other planets.
UH Cancer Center Studies Ways to Reduce Abdominal Fat to Lower Cancer Risk
University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center researchers for The Healthy Diet and Lifestyle Study II, Loïc Le Marchand and Carol Boushey, are seeking participants on O’ahu to help answer a question that has an impact on everyone.
UH: Mystery of Seafloor Metamorphosis Unlocked
A recently published study that was led by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa researchers has revealed the mysteries of metamorphosis on the seafloor.
UH Research Focuses on Improving Public Health With Hula
The end of the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo doesn’t mean hula gets put on the shelf for a year. In fact, findings in a study by University of Hawai‘i researchers suggest people could hula their way to better health.
Entangled Humpback Whale Freed of Gear Off Maui
On Wednesday, Jan. 26, a yearling humpback whale entangled in at least 140 feet of line, with a buoy trailing about 60 feet behind, was freed in waters off Ukumehame, Maui, by a team led by responders trained by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
