Student research uncovers key enzyme’s secret in heart health
Katie Lee found that the PKM2 enzyme is essential for the heartʻs energy production and stress management.
UH experts develop new tech to find sea-disposed munitions
Munitions have been corroding on the ocean floor, often in shallow waters, where they potentially pose a risk to beachgoers, swimmers, surfers and divers.
Microfossils reveal abrupt global warming of the past
Between 59 million to 51 million years ago, Earth experienced dramatic warming.
Oceans absorb 6% more carbon thanks to rain
A study revealed about 6% of the total uptake of carbon dioxide by the ocean is due to rainfall.
UH scientists hunt for antimatter in space
This research aims to solve this cosmic riddle and potentially reshape our understanding of the universe’s fundamental makeup.
Grant renewal aims to boost Hawaiʻi heart research
The grant supports postdoctoral researchers and graduate students in the Center for Cardiovascular Research.
Research voyage explores marine links across North Pacific
The trip to Wake Island and Johnston Atoll will provide new and comprehensive insights into the historic and potential future role of these two places as biological stepping-stones for movement of marine species.
Discovering yeast in Hawaiʻi could answer larger questions
Anthony Amend anticipates identifying potentially hundreds of novel yeast species.
UH team to peer into Mars history with rover expedition
Scientists will be looking for rocks on Mars’ crater rim that might provide detailed insights into the earliest period of the planet’s history.
Filipino cultural values drive resilience, empowerment during COVID-19
The study focused on the Filipino population in Hawaiʻi.
