Surfing scientists conduct 3D reef research at epic surf break
The MEGA Lab team takes high resolution images to create 3D reconstructions to help provide a better understanding of reef systems.
Reef halos may enable coral telehealth checkup worldwide
The team analyzed very high resolution satellite imagery and historical aerial imagery from the 1960s from around the globe.
50% of Earth’s coral reefs face climate change threat by 2035
Stressors analyzed included sea surface temperature, ocean acidification, tropical storms, land use and human population.
Hawaiian corals select algae partnerships to help survive climate change
UH researchers tagged and collected 600 rice coral colonies across Kāneʻohe Bay, off the windward side of Oʻahu.
Marine sanctuary ambassador studies microplastics effect on coral health
Doctoral student Keiko Wilkins has been awarded a highly competitive NOAA Nancy Foster Scholarship.
UH to develop living coastal-protection system inspired by coral reefs
UH will be awarded up to $25 million by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop an engineered coral reef ecosystem.
HIMB symposium showcases student marine research to donors
Haumāna presented research on a broad range of marine research topics encompassing coral reefs, sharks, whales, monk seals and fishes.
Palau corals thrive despite climate change conditions
A UH graduate student examined protein and gene expression patterns of lobe corals in Ngermid Bay, Palau.
Delicate balance of coral reef processes creates management challenges
Researchers quantified five critical ecological processes on more than 500 coral reefs worldwide to understand how these processes relate to each other.
Hawaiʻi coral restoration efforts improved through student research
UH Mānoa student researchers revealed that exposing rice coral larvae to warmer temperatures did not improve survival once the coral developed into juveniles.
