Research

Discovery and Achievement on Many Fronts

From life-saving medical breakthroughs, to environmental protection, to economic stimulus, the scholarship and research conducted by the University of Hawai‘i impacts the quality of life on many levels.

UH research programs:

  • develop human capital and new knowledge
  • promote innovation and collaboration
  • support new businesses and long-term job growth
  • generate revenues that boost the local economy
  • maximize the advantages of Hawai‘i‘s unique natural and cultural heritage

Recent research news

Scientists discover clues about plant evolution
May 16, 2013, Manoa — The sequences revealed sacred lotus bears the closest resemblance to the ancestor of all eudicots.
Honors Program celebrates 2013 graduates and "ones to watch" in 2014
May 14, 2013, Manoa — The number of undergraduates participating in the Honors Program has grown to nearly 800 students.
Scientists study possible increase of hurricanes in Hawai'i
May 7, 2013, Manoa — Most hurricanes that might threaten Hawai‘i now are born in the eastern Pacific.
New biomedical research laboratory at the College of Micronesia
May 6, 2013, Manoa — The new research facility, which opened on April 30, is the fourth such training laboratory.