Dolphin viewing more profitable than swimming in UH research
The study offers the first revenue estimates that can provide context for the impact and economic role of the dolphin-swim industry in the state.
Citizen scientists expand data collection for UH Hilo researchers
Marine biologists highlight the important contributions citizen scientists make to help solve ocean issues in Hawaiʻi.
Hanauma Bay water clarity significantly improves without visitors
UH researchers found that Hanauma Bay is 42 percent clearer during the COVID-19 closure than when open to the public.
‘Mind-blowing’ Antarctic scenery, wildlife highlight research trip
A UH Marine Mammal Research Program PhD student took incredible video and photos.
Tiger sharks serve as mobile oceanographers in UH research
Researchers attach tags to collect oceanographic data, follow movement patterns and discover their preferred habitat in Hawaiian waters.
UH marine science students shine at virtual symposium
UH students studying marine science net awards at annual symposium.
Undocumented oyster species identified
University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo students conducting a large-scale study in a genetics class discover the first occurrence of the Ostrea equestris oyster species in Hawaiʻi.
Hammerhead sharks hold breath to keep warm on deep dives
A new study finds that the scalloped hammerhead shark might be holding its breath during dives to maintain its body temperature.
Shark study: Old fishing hooks remain threat to sharks
An eight-year UH tiger shark study shows startling data of severe impacts on sea creatures cut loose from fishing lines.
UH Hilo trains budding Marshallese marine scientists
As part of the Marshall Islands Nearshore Training program, UH Hilo faculty led UH Hilo students and College of the Marshall Islands students throughout Majuro and Arno Atoll collecting data on water quality, algae cover and reef composition.
