Newly discovered species of Ehu named after UH biologist
The new species was named “Etelis boweni” in recognition of the contributions of UH researcher Brian Bowen.
New 3D mapping technique reveals hidden microbial communities on coral reefs
Researchers discovered specific microbial and viral functions that appear to be key components of the coral microbiome.
Clean-energy tech developed at UH Mānoa earns patent
Researchers were awarded a U.S. patent for their recent invention that enhances the longevity and performance of fuel cells which produce clean energy for transportation.
Measuring magma viscosity early could forecast volcanic eruptions
A team of researchers identified an indicator of magma viscosity that can be measured before an eruption, providing information to help understand future eruptions.
UH project plans for sea-level rise from Diamond Head to Pearl Harbor
The project serves as a future planning tool for the south shore of urban Honolulu, which stretches from Diamond Head to Pearl Harbor.
Student to study viruses in red tides as National Geographic Explorer
Andrian (Adi) Gajigan will use the award to investigate a phenomenon that occurs when certain algae are so numerous that coastal water can be colored red.
Prestigious marine policy fellowships in D.C. for 2 grad students
UH Sea Grant College Program’s Derek Kraft and Anita Harrington were awarded the prestigious 2021 John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship.
Mars 2020 rover SuperCam presents first sounds, images
An online press conference presented the first Mars sounds and images via SuperCam, an instrument located on top of the Perseverance rover on the surface of Mars.
New UH partnership to aid national security, boost state’s economy
UH has teamed up with the National Security Innovation Network to help build innovators who generate new solutions to national security problems in the U.S.
Sea-level rise drives wastewater leakage to coastal waters in Honolulu
A new UH study is the first to provide direct evidence that tidally driven groundwater inundation of wastewater infrastructure is occurring today in Honolulu.
