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.
Hawai?i could reach herd immunity by July, UHERO reports
The number of vaccines administered rose to an average of about 13,800 per day in early April.
Wildfire fighting tech a national ‘Beat the Blaze’ finalist
Marc Ivan Manalac’s team was one of 10 finalists out of more than 450 entries.
COVID-19 in Honolulu wastewater reflects levels of infection
Wastewater samples were taken from two of the largest wastewater treatment plants in the City and County of Honolulu.
UH astronomers to help map the first galaxies in the universe
IfA astronomers will conduct follow-up observations using telescopes on Maunakea.
Can sugarcane create jet fuel?
UH Hilo faculty and students conduct field trials to see if sugarcane can convert into high-performance jet fuel.
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.
UH Cancer Center helps boost research on minority populations
The UH Cancer Center’s work with minority populations has significantly impacted ongoing efforts to reduce health disparities in the state.
COVID-19 spike may reflect increased mobility, nearing pre-pandemic levels
27% of residents were staying completely at home on a given day in early April 2021, only 7% more than pre-pandemic levels.
Rare pygmy killer whales’ deterioration documented using UH drone tech
Drone technology by the UH Marine Mammal Research Program was used to document rapid weight loss in a group of distressed pygmy killer whales off Maui in 2019.