Finding nuclear material extracted for weapons part of new detection system
By detecting antineutrinos and measuring how much energy they have, scientists can figure out details about how a nuclear reactor is being used.
3 UH research projects earn nearly $1M by Dept. of Energy
These projects are among 39 nationwide that have been awarded a total of $36 million in funding.
Alcohol trends among Hawaiʻi college students revealed in study
The study offers insights into the motives behind student drinking and potential strategies to mitigate its harmful effects.
Hilo alum creates map showing near collapse of reef
Katie Gaut helped create an online map that documents sewage pollution issues at Puakō, backed by scientific research conducted at UH Hilo.
UH astronomers: Our cosmic neighborhood may be 10x larger
UH astronomers helped gather data that reflects our cosmic neighborhood is 10 times larger in volume.
New UH manufacturing technique makes wearable health sensors more affordable
Wearable sensors are crucial in continuously monitoring vital signs and other health indicators.
Marine debris removal benefits Hawaiian monk seals, ecosystems
Endangered Hawaiian monk seals and other marine life have benefitted from 25 years of large-scale marine debris removal in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands according to the cover story in the current issue of Science.
Black hole jets stretch 140x wider than Milky Way
Using the Keck Observatory on Maunakea, astronomers uncovered the largest pair of black hole jets ever observed.
Saving corals requires cutting carbon emissions, study finds
Researchers identified scenarios under which eight of the most common species of coral found in Hawaiʻi can adapt to and survive ocean warming and acidification.
Med student’s quest to improve Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander data
Witnessing cancer in his Hawaiian family members drives Ryan Shontell to make a difference.
