²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ geologist part of Mars rover team and more in the news
Scott Rowland’s connection to the current Mars rover project is among the highlights of media coverage this week featuring UH programs, alumni and activities.
Medical partnership with China earns national award
UH Mānoa’s Peter Hoffmann and Jinan University’s Zhi Huang won the National Institute of Health’s Collaborative Award for their research.
Data book reveals economic well-being of Hawai?i¡¯s children
The 2012 KIDS COUNT Data Book ranks Â鶹´«Ã½ 24th in key indicators of child well-being.
Power purchase agreement brings solar energy to Coconut Island
An agreement with SolarCity is expected to provide approximately $2.3 million in energy cost savings to UH Mānoa over the next 20 years.
UH Hilo¡¯s online Hawaiian archive largest of its kind
UH Hilo’s Keiki Kawaiʻaeʻa and Keola Donaghy’s Hawaiian electronic library, Ulukua, receives 1.4 million hits a month.
Scientists confirm vitamin B depletion in the ocean
UH Mānoa’s David Karl has confirmed the existence of vitamin B deficient zones in the ocean.
Biofuel project receives $6 million grant
UH Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources awarded $6 million grant to increase Â鶹´«Ã½’s energy security by creating locally produced renewable energy.
Whales may learn to cope with undersea noise
The research findings by UH Mānoa scientist Paul Nachtigall and a colleague are featured in The New York Times.
Informational briefing held for proposed biosafety lab
The proposed Pacific Health Research Laboratory will allow UH researchers to develop diagnostic tests and vaccines for emerging infectious diseases.
Crew selected for Mars food mission
A space food study by UH Mānoa scientist Kim Binsted involves a six-member crew selected to participate in a Mars simulation mission.