Giant Antarctic sea spiders weather warming by getting holey
UH researchers went to Antarctica to test the prevailing theory that animals living in extreme cold can grow to giant sizes because their metabolisms are very slow.
Gates Coral Lab receives $100K donation for critical research
The award from the Annenberg Foundation will support the continuation of Ruth Gates’ legacy of preserving coral reefs in the face of warming seas.
Rare video of newborn humpback whale from UH marine mammal research
The Marine Mammal Research Program seeks to identify the specific effects of human activities on marine mammals, and the development of appropriate mitigation and management strategies.
Whale carcass attracts expertise of UH professors
The sperm whale carcass that has plagued Oʻahu waters is providing scientists a unique opportunity to study the species and its ecological and cultural importance.
Stunning drone videos of humpback and gray whales aid new UH marine mammal research
The overall mission of the Marine Mammal Research Program is the conservation of marine mammals.
UH Hilo study on social sounds of humpback whales reveal behavioral changes
UH Hilo graduate student Sabena Siddiqui is researching the social sounds made by the humpback whale population that breeds in Hawaiʻi, when they are not singing.
Adult fish ‘predict’ availability of food for their young
An international research team led by UH Mānoa's Anna Neuheimer revealed that fish parents “predict” a beneficial environment for their offspring, resulting in populations “adjusting” spawning time so the young can meet their prey.
Biodiversity near potential seafloor mining areas explored
An international team, led by UH scientists, returned from an expedition to the western Clarion Clipperton Zone where they studied an area where numerous manganese nodule mining exploration claims are located.
New research provides ‘oases’ of hope for the future of coral reefs
HIMB Director Ruth Gates says she is amazed by the capacity of badly damaged reefs to recover from past disturbances.
UH Mānoa honors top student employees
Four UH Mānoa students were recognized for their outstanding work as top employees at the 33rd Annual Student Employee of the Year Awards Reception on April 12.
