Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology – University of Hawaiʻi System News

Novel, abundant nitrogen-fixing microbes in surface ocean discovered

June 20, 2018
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A large-scale study of the Earth’s surface ocean, co-authored by SOEST professor Michael Rappé indicates that the microbes responsible for fixing nitrogen there include an abundant and widely distributed suite of non-photosynthetic bacterial populations.

New research provides ‘oases’ of hope for the future of coral reefs

June 18, 2018
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HIMB Director Ruth Gates says she is amazed by the capacity of badly damaged reefs to recover from past disturbances.

UH science highlighted on national radio program

June 18, 2018
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UH Mānoa faculty members Kim Binsted, Melissa Price and Malia Rivera will be interviewed by host Ira Flatow on Science Friday.

Nutrient pollution makes ocean acidification worse for coral reefs

June 7, 2018
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Researchers in the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology share the negative impacts of humans on critical ecosystems.

How submarine groundwater affects coral reef growth

March 29, 2018
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UH Mānoa researchers find that corals can thrive on submarine groundwater discharge impacted reefs if isolated from secondary stressors such as competition from seaweeds and sedimentation.

Eagle Scout project brings wellness course to UH research facility

March 5, 2018
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Seth D. Williams’ service project will bring fitness to staff and visitors at Coconut Island.

Fate of coral the focus of Ruth Gates video series

February 27, 2018
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Gates dives into topics such as what makes a marine biologist, the rapid loss of coral reefs and what can be done to help save them.

Genomic database aids scientists studying impact of global change across life on Earth

August 8, 2017
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This data collected at specific times and places, worldwide, enables researchers to ask questions about the structure and sustainability of life on the planet.

HIMB research experience program builds science and environmental literacy

August 1, 2017
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Hawaiʻi high school students and recent graduates conduct original research on human impacts and global change affecting coral reef ecosystems.

Loko Iʻa app puts a Native Hawaiian fishpond in the palm of your hand

July 28, 2017
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The app created by UH Mānoa’s Judith Lemus allows users to explore the Heʻeia fishpond through tours, photos, narration, natural history, culture and science.