New chemical discovery could speed up future medicines, materials
Aldehydes are simple, widely available starting materials used across many chemical processes.
Greener rocket fuels on the horizon with UH $800K grant
The grant falls under a broader push toward green chemistry—designing chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate hazardous substances.
‘Super alcohol’ created by UH scientists in space-like lab reveals cosmic secrets
UH researchers recreated a rare alcohol under deep space-like conditions, revealing new clues about life’s chemical origins.
UH Mānoa plays key role in fostering Hawaiʻi’s next generation of chemists
The top 10 performers advanced to the national exam, which was hosted in the chemistry department’s teaching labs in April.
UH Maui College goes ‘green’ with chemistry
UH Maui College empowers students with greener chemistry skills.
Scientists recreate deep space chemistry linked to first metabolic systems on Earth
The findings support the idea that early Earth may have inherited a “starter kit” of life’s building blocks from space.
UH Mānoa expert leads international conference on AI-driven chemistry research
The workshop was held in Mesilla, New Mexico.
UH Mānoa honors Alice Ball’s legacy at 2025 celebration
UH celebrated Alice Augusta Ball Day on February 28, 2025.
Healing chronic wounds: UH Mānoa scientists lead innovation
The initiative focuses on using cutting-edge protein science to develop an enzyme-based therapeutic designed to accelerate the healing process of chronic wounds.
Discovery of water droplet freezing steps bridges atmospheric science, climate solutions
This research ties into the larger effort by UH Mānoa researchers and their collaborators to address climate challenges through a $26 million project to develop sustainable refrigerant technologies.
