University of Hawaiʻi education a strong investment
The UHERO report estimates the overall rate of return for a UH degree for those who continue to reside in Hawaiʻi is approximately 11 percent.
Tiny bubbles of gene therapy may help treat hemophilia
JABSOM researchers developed a technique to deposit bubbles of DNA into liver cells to make the missing blood clotting factor.
Project Imua team looking forward to third rocket launch
NASA videographer Kjell Redal’s documentary looks back on Project Imua’s second launch.
UHERO forecast: As growth ebbs, risks swell
The March 2017 UHERO Report focuses on Hawaiʻi’s continuing economic expansion although the pace of growth is beginning to slow as policy uncertainties loom.
Cooperation is key to reduce sediment runoff into West Maui reefs
UH Mānoa research shows cooperation among landowners to reduce sediment runoff to nearshore reefs results in more cost-efficient and ecologically effective outcomes.
How bright is the future of space food?
UH Mānoa student Aleca Borsuk’s work with ancient grains may help feed future missions to Mars.
Jute fiber genomes could help improve production of natural fiber
The research will be used to improve the plants’ traits, such as fiber quality, yield, disease resistance and salinity tolerance.
Climate change research at UH Hilo: tree rings and bird song
Professor of biology Patrick Hart and his research team are studying the endemic māmane tree and palila bird to learn how to predict future environmental changes.
Birth control for mosquitoes targeted at saving Hawaiian birds
UH Manoa and UH Hilo scientists are working to reduce the population of mosquitoes that threaten native bird species.
Live streaming exploration of deepwater areas of Samoa
The expedition will sample volcanoes at different stages in their development, including the young active volcano, Vailuluʻu, and the older Samoan volcanic feature that defines the island of Tutuila.
