UH coral reef scientist selected as first Ruth D. Gates Endowed Chair
HIMB sought a scientist with a vision for innovative, integrative and transdisciplinary research in coral reef ecology and conservation.
HIMB sought a scientist with a vision for innovative, integrative and transdisciplinary research in coral reef ecology and conservation.
The goal of the research is to document current water quality and coral reef health, with an eye toward the future when onsite sewage disposal systems will be removed.
Entering Research and Creative Work funding allows students to experience research and creative work without having to write a full project proposal.
The first week of the course focuses on the Heʻeia ahupuaʻa, while the second week connects students with other communities undertaking biocultural restoration.
This week's image is from UH Mānoa's Dani Bartz.
The MEGA Lab team takes high resolution images to create 3D reconstructions to help provide a better understanding of reef systems.
Jacks and barracuda in Heʻeia fishpond were found to feed on Australian mullet, an invasive species introduced to Oʻahu waters in the 1950s.
The Hawaiʻi-Alaska collaboration provides a way for scientists and students to explore steep watershed ecosystems.
The Kewalo Marine Laboratory has played a vital role in fulfilling UH's mission in marine biological research.
This Image of the Week comes from UH Mānoa PhD candidate Daniela Escontrela.