UH extramural funding hauls in a near-record $485.5M in FY2021
This year’s number represents a $35.1 million or 7.8% increase over FY2020.
Native Hawaiian scientists sail to Papahānaumokuākea
The 15-day scientific research voyage is aimed at collecting data to develop strategies for climate change.
High wave flooding in West Maui predicted through new online tool
PacIOOS developed a high resolution, real-time Wave Run-up Forecast for the West Maui shoreline to help increase preparedness and coastal resiliency.
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.
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.
Marine biology student receives nation’s premier conservation fellowship
A doctoral candidate studying a potential coral-saving strategy, was named a recipient of the 2021 David H. Smith Conservation Research Fellowship.
Hawaiʻi Sea Grant creates position to address diversity, equity, inclusion
University of Hawaiʻi Sea Grant College Program hired Beth Lenz to serve as its inaugural assistant director for diversity and community engagement.
Shark that caused fatality identified through new DNA technology
UH shark researchers determined a tiger shark caused fatal injuries to a 56-year-old Lahaina man, who was bitten at Honolua Bay on December 8.
Pacific Islands climate change summit addresses adaptation, management
UH Mānoa and UH Hilo will help host a virtual science summit for researchers, cultural and natural resource managers, officials, practitioners and stakeholders.
UH expert named to prestigious national committee on ocean plastic waste
Mary J. Donohue was selected by the National Academies of Sciences to serve on the Committee on United States Contributions to Global Ocean Plastic Waste.
