UH telescope discovers historic asteroid that may strike the Earth in 2032
The Institute for Astronomy plays a central role in planetary defense, operating some of the world’s most advanced asteroid-tracking telescopes.
Submillimeter Array on Maunakea illuminates birth of planetary system
UH astronomer Jonathan Williams helped capture images of exocomet belts using the Submillimeter Array on Maunakea.
Hawaiʻi students needed: Apply now for STEM workforce internship
The program runs from June 1 to August 8, 2025, and offers interns a $4,400 stipend, housing and travel support.
Hawaiʻi telescopes track asteroid before fiery appearance
A University of Hawaiʻi astronomer played a key role in tracking a small asteroid hours before it entered Earth’s atmosphere on December 4, 2024.
AI and Astronomy: UH researchers to help decode Sun’s secrets
UH astronomers and computer scientists have developed models to significantly speed up the analysis of massive data.
Black hole jets stretch 140x wider than Milky Way
Using the Keck Observatory on Maunakea, astronomers uncovered the largest pair of black hole jets ever observed.
Potential $85M from NASA for UH management of Maunakea telescope
NASA’s Infrared Telescope Facility is used to identify asteroids and comets that may pose a threat to Earth. UH has operated it since 1979.
Maunakea: 1st telescope decommissioning complete
The historic decommissioning of UH Hilo’s Hōkū Keʻa Observatory was completed in May 2024, and the area will be monitored over the next three years.
Maunakea telescope dome removed, Caltech removal on track
The next phase involves removing the concrete foundations, pavement and underground utilities.
Final phase of Caltech telescope decommissioning to restart on Maunakea
The entire decommissioning process for Caltech Submillimeter Observatory is expected to be completed by 2024.
