$14M award to address cancer disparities across Pacific
The UH Cancer Center and University of Guam will use the grant to mitigate the impact of cancer on Pacific Islanders through research, training and community outreach.
$510K to research climate impacts on Hawaiʻi fisheries
The PacIOOS Ocean Modeling Group was awarded $510,000 in grant funding by NOAA.
Law grad wins writing contest with cultural rights, climate change
Ian F. Tapu’s essay won first place in the National Native American Law Students Association writing competition.
UH law graduate organizes graduation ceremony to honor Pacific Islanders
The first Pasifika Commencement Ceremony is scheduled for Friday, May 29, and will be streamed on Facebook.
Observing system provides critical data for transport of goods
The Pacific Islands Ocean Observing System provides coastal and ocean observations that keep marine transportation and port navigation safe.
Military wants to coordinate healthcare in the Pacific with UH
An August 7 kickoff session at the John A. Burns School of Medicine brought out high-ranking leaders from each of the military commands.
UH Hilo conference strengthens Pacific Island pipeline into STEM careers
A conference of educators from Hawaiʻi and 10 Pacific Island nations are working towards encouraging students from underrepresented populations to pursue careers in STEM.
Successful program targeting childhood obesity earns $2M additional funding
The Children’s Healthy Living Program for Remote Underserved Minority Populations in the Pacific Region was also designated as a Center of Excellence.
Grant will enhance atmospheric and wave forecasts in Pacific Island territories
Atmospheric and wave forecasts will improve public safety for the people of Guam, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands and American Samoa.
UH Press to distribute Asia/Pacific Island Nursing Journal
The Asia/Pacific Island Nursing Journal is the only journal focused specifically on health and healthcare of and for this population.
