UH coral reef scientist selected as first Ruth D. Gates Endowed Chair
HIMB sought a scientist with a vision for innovative, integrative and transdisciplinary research in coral reef ecology and conservation.
Impact of sewage pollution on reefs explored by UH researchers
The goal of the research is to document current water quality and coral reef health, with an eye toward the future when onsite sewage disposal systems will be removed.
Virtual coral reef exhibit part of free ?Imiloa birthday party
The educational outreach center will debut a coral exhibit featuring a 20-foot-wide touch-reactive screen of a virtual ecosystem based off of the Kona coast.
UH mentors help HS girls pursue ocean careers
Female high school students from Kauaʻi, Lānaʻi and Oʻahu spent three days and two nights on Moku O Loʻe under the mentorship of HIMB female researchers, students and staff.
Surfing scientists conduct 3D reef research at epic surf break
The MEGA Lab team takes high resolution images to create 3D reconstructions to help provide a better understanding of reef systems.
Reef halos may enable coral telehealth checkup worldwide
The team analyzed very high resolution satellite imagery and historical aerial imagery from the 1960s from around the globe.
50% of Earth’s coral reefs face climate change threat by 2035
Stressors analyzed included sea surface temperature, ocean acidification, tropical storms, land use and human population.
Hawaiian corals select algae partnerships to help survive climate change
UH researchers tagged and collected 600 rice coral colonies across Ka?neʻohe Bay, off the windward side of Oʻahu.
Marine sanctuary ambassador studies microplastics effect on coral health
Doctoral student Keiko Wilkins has been awarded a highly competitive NOAA Nancy Foster Scholarship.
UH to develop living coastal-protection system inspired by coral reefs
UH will be awarded up to $25 million by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop an engineered coral reef ecosystem.