Rare unaltered asteroid sample provides clues to early solar system
The team confirmed that Ryugu has partial melting of certain minerals and dehydration of the surface of the grains that comprise the asteroid.
Mars rover instrument, cubesats, more space research opportunities for undergrads
Three students enrolled in the Earth and Planetary Exploration Technology certificate have contributed to space exploration through physics and engineering.
UH develops technology for future Artemis missions to Moon, Mars
Artemis is part of the next era of human exploration to a sustainable presence on the Moon to prepare for missions to Mars.
Mars rover discovery may shed light on when water existed there
Two recently published studies revealed that Jezero Crater is largely made up of igneous rock, rather than sedimentary rock.
Thousands gather for international geochemistry conference
Organized by a UH Mānoa-led committee, the Goldschmidt Conference will draw more than 2,500 international scientists and students with a focus on geochemistry.
UH-developed tool can detect ancient life on Earth and beyond
It can detect bio-residue in fish fossils from the 34–56 million-year-old Green River rock formation located in Colorado, Wyoming and Utah.
Materials science research at UH to benefit students, climate
UH experts delivered presentations at the Materials Research Society Spring Meeting and Exhibit on May 11, which drew approximately 4,000 people.
Building pathways for Indigenous lunar science at UH Mānoa
UH Mānoa researchers will soon begin a project titled Ka mālamalama o ka mahina: Building pathways for Indigenous lunar science in Hawaiʻi.
Asteroid wears boulder body armor for protection
In a study co-authored by UH Mānoa planetary geologist David Trang, asteroid Bennu’s boulder-covered surface gives it protection against small meteoroid impacts.
Space aviation fellowship launches student’s career
Katlynn Vicuna will spend the summer working at Lockheed Martin.
