Coral, algae symbiont research could inform conservation efforts
Researchers found that there was a tradeoff for corals dominated by the thermally sensitive algae—they have higher growth, but only in cooler water.
UH researchers investigate nearshore water quality, reef health after Maui fires
In collaboration with the community, UH researchers are sampling West Maui reefs to assess the impact from the toxic ash from the devastating Lahaina wildfire.
126K pounds of marine debris removed, sea turtles rescued at Papahānaumokuākea
Thirteen of the 16 team members who were involved have ties to UH.
Biochemistry innovation to aid reef restoration, management
UH Mānoa researchers created maps of coral biochemistry that reveal with detail the distribution of compounds that are integral to the healthy functioning of reefs.
Making ʻaha to tag, identify corals could help reduce plastic in ocean
Jasmine Chang’s project aims to incorporate Indigenous knowledge into marine science and help keep plastic out of the ocean.
Coral colony size, shape impact marine complexity, health
The UH Hilo research team’s study finds that every curve and every angle of a coral colony sustains an array of marine species.
Expedition to recover fossil coral reefs could be window into past, future
An international scientific research expedition, including local partners at UH, aims to recover a record of past climate and reef conditions off the coast of Hawaiʻi Island.
Cryopreservation breakthrough could save coral reefs
This milestone was conducted in Kāneʻohe Bay at HIMB and heralds a new age for cryopreservation and coral conservation.
In a first, growth of deepest coral in Hawaiian waters measured
Below about 200 feet, calcification rates for light-dependent corals had previously not been measured.
86K pounds of ghost nets, plastic, other debris removed from Papahānaumokuākea
Of the 86,100 pounds of marine debris removed, 69,330 pounds or more than 80% were ghost nets.
