Maunakea: Observations help confirm rare triple system in Kuiper Belt
If confirmed, the 148780 Altjira system could change how scientists understand the formation of objects in a distant region of the solar system.
Federal cuts raise risk of Hawai?i economic downturn, UHERO forecasts
Together with other federal policies, this places the Â鶹´«Ã½ economy at risk of recession over the next few years.
Healing chronic wounds: UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ scientists lead innovation
The initiative focuses on using cutting-edge protein science to develop an enzyme-based therapeutic designed to accelerate the healing process of chronic wounds.
Hungry marine fungi may be the key to reducing plastic pollution
Plastic pollution is a critical issue in Â鶹´«Ã½ because of its location in the North Pacific Subtropical Gyre.
Food insecurity a major driver of mental health challenges, study finds
The study analyzed data from 2,270 adults residing in Â鶹´«Ã½, collected in 2022, to assess the impact of socioeconomic and demographic factors on mental health.
Renowned visiting accelerator expert praises UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹¡¯s physics research innovations
The instrument contributes to cutting-edge scientific research that can lead to advances in high-tech industries, medical imaging and renewable energy.
Dye tracer study at Red Hill to provide insights into groundwater flow
Preliminary results from the dye tracer study will be shared publicly in summer 2025.
Hawai?i astronomers track asteroid 2024 YR4, impact probability decreases
A UH telescope discovered the “city-killer” size asteroid in December.
UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ earns highest national research designation
UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ far exceeded the minimum requirements, according to data from two national surveys.
Obesity, diabetes linked to weaker COVID-19 vaccine response
The study was published in the January 2025 issue of COVID.