UH researchers discover 10 new sponge species in Kāneʻohe Bay
HIMB identified 10 new species of marine sponges found in Kāneʻohe Bay using an innovative technique.
Marine debris removal benefits Hawaiian monk seals, ecosystems
Endangered Hawaiian monk seals and other marine life have benefitted from 25 years of large-scale marine debris removal in the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands according to the cover story in the current issue of Science.
Q&A: Shark expert addresses misconceptions, recommends safety tips
UH shark expert Carl Meyer discussed the importance of sharks to ocean ecosystems, common misconceptions and safety tips for being in the ocean.
Alumna’s ocean conservation research fueled by experiences at UH
Jennifer Smith attended a year-long exchange at UH Hilo and pursued graduate studies at UH Mānoa.
Understanding carbon storage around coasts could help climate
Lindsay Young will develop a research program and teach a course at the University of the Philippines on carbon stored in coastal marine ecosystems.
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.
Researchers capture first snapshot of dissolved chemicals from coral reefs
Hundreds of molecules that are made by important members of the coral reef community were recently discovered by a team of scientists.
$50M gift aims to improve Hawaiʻi’s ocean health
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa will conduct ocean health research with a $50 million gift from Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg.
UH Sea Grant shares in award to address marine debris, protect wildlife
The funding is one of six new, creative projects to tackle marine debris challenges across the country.
Experiential ocean education program celebrates 50th anniversary
The program is one of the most hands-on and inclusive programs in the UH System.
