$3.4M grant targets pancreatic cancer risk
The grant will focus on risk prediction and underserved populations in Hawai?i and beyond.
Ka ?Umeke Lama Initiative to transform cancer care in Hawai?i, Pacific
The initiative will focus on equity-driven research, education and culturally informed practices.
Breaking barriers to diabetes prevention in Hawai?i
UH researchers examine barriers to enrolling NHOPI and Filipino adults in prediabetes programs to reduce type 2 diabetes rates.
Kaholokula elected to the National Academy of Medicine
Joseph Keaweʻaimoku Kaholokula is believed to be the first Native Hawaiian to be elected to the academy.
Maui Wildfire Exposure Study draws 1,000+ to wellness fest
The event served as a platform to share study findings, sign up new participants and bring the Maui community together for a day of fun and wellness.
Med student¡¯s quest to improve Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander data
Witnessing cancer in his Hawaiian family members drives Ryan Shontell to make a difference.
Native Hawaiians face higher rates of accelerated biological aging, UH study finds
Biological aging refers to the gradual deterioration of cellular and physiological functions over time.
Middle school voices help anti-vaping strategies
Researchers are working with Â鶹´«Ã½ Island middle schoolers to understand substance use.
UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ provost competition awards multidisciplinary innovation
Eleven projects were awarded a total of $2.3 million in the 4th UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ Strategic Investment Initiative competition.
$1.4 million empowers community health workers in NHPI communities
The Peau o le Vasa project will incorporates language, culture and the environmental context of NHPI communities.