Genetic editing tech CRISPR comes to UH, gets $149K boost
The education project will ultimately address educational disparities and develop agricultural and science literacy in Hawaiʻi.
Non-invasive detection of breast cancer earns PhD student dissertation award
Lambert Leong is the 2022–23 recipient of the Clifford K. Mirikitani & John M. Mirikitani Outstanding Dissertation Award.
Killer drones target fruit tree pests
The coconut rhinoceros beetle is a major invasive pest that feeds on coconut palms.
Soybean compound may have anti-Alzheimer’s properties
The soybean compound name is currently a secret, but is being referred to as “Chelsea,” after Miller.
TAs can help open doors for students in life sciences
Priority will be given to students who apply by April 29.
Honors undergrad wins UROP scholarship to contribute to melanoma cancer research
Lauryn Liao is the recipient of the fall 2021 Douglas S. Yamamura Scholarship.
ʻOpihi growth patterns influenced by Hawaiian intertidal environment
This represents a breakthrough for studying the population dynamics of ʻopihi in Hawaiʻi that can be used to better develop sustainable fishing approaches.
Lung cancer research focus of grad student, inaugural fellowship recipient
Zitong Gao’s fellowship is sponsored by the Friends of the UH Cancer Center and Clinical Labs of Hawaiʻi.
Anti-obesity therapy closer to development
The team includes researchers, Qing Li and C.Y. Hu, from the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources.
Biochemist wins NSF CAREER Award for 3D plant metabolism research
Daniel K. Owens' award includes a federal grant for research and education activities for five consecutive years.
