Research reveals how climate change may affect Hawaiian fishpond aquaculture
Results published recently in PlosONE indicate that there is a relationship between two periods of high fish mortality at He?eia Fishpond and changes in the climate.
Soil holds potential to slow global warming
A UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ study finds that appropriate management of soil and its organic matter can significantly offset carbon emissions.
Â鶹´«Ã½ nearshore fishery provides big benefits
The study argues that fully appreciating the multitude of benefits the nearshore fishery provides to society is a crucial step towards sustainable management.
UH scientists researching pueo in citizen science project
The Pueo Project encourages citizen scientists to report sightings, participate in organized?surveys, and?use photography to document behaviors.
Importance of coastal water quality to recreational beach users
Survey participants are willing to pay to keep water clean and improve fish and coral abundance.
Cooperation is key to reduce sediment runoff into West Maui reefs
UH Mānoa research shows cooperation among landowners to reduce sediment runoff to nearshore reefs results in more cost-efficient and ecologically effective outcomes.
AgDiscovery introduces teens to wildlife and agribusiness
The summer program gives teen participants a first-hand look at the career paths in agriculture and natural resource management.
Potential biofuel crops in Hawai?i may successfully sequester carbon in soil
PLOS ONE study finds that two potential biofuel crops in Â鶹´«Ã½—sugarcane and napiergrass—may sequester more carbon in soil than is lost to the atmosphere,
UH ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹ receives funding to evaluate ocean observing technologies
Researchers at the Â鶹´«Ã½ Institute of Marine Biology and Department of Oceanography have been awarded over $1 million to test and evaluate technology used to observe aquatic ecosystems.
International study finds areas protecting wildlife are doing good job but need support
Study led by UH Mānoa’s Megan Barnes highlights the need for effective management and more financial support in national parks around the world.