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- 1University of Hawaii study finds elevated toxic metals in Maui residents after 2023 wildfires●UH study finds elevated toxic metals in Maui residents months after 2023 wildfires
Researchers at the University of Hawaii report that Maui residents showed elevated levels of toxic metals months after the August 2023 wildfires, including the Lahaina fire that killed more than 100 people. The findings raise concerns about long-term health effects of wildfire smoke and ash exposure, and residents are calling for continued testing and support.
- 2Waikīkī Aquarium hosts Deep-Sea Day on abyssal ocean▼Waikīkī Aquarium’s Deep-Sea Day shines light on abyssal ocean
The Waikīkī Aquarium in Honolulu held a Deep-Sea Day event focused on the abyssal ocean, offering visitors an educational look at life in the ocean's deepest zones. The event, highlighted by the University of Hawaii, aims to raise public awareness of deep-sea ecosystems and the importance of protecting little-seen marine habitats.
- 3Kennedy Theatre unveils new season lineup in Hawaii▼Kennedy Theatre’s upcoming season: Little Shop of Horrors, moʻolelo, belly dancing
Kennedy Theatre at the University of Hawaii has announced its upcoming season, featuring productions including Little Shop of Horrors alongside works rooted in Hawaiian storytelling (moʻolelo) and belly dancing. The programme highlights the venue's mix of mainstream musical theatre and culturally grounded performance, drawing attention from local arts audiences ahead of the new season.
- 4Hawaii Women's Tennis Opens Season with Anuenue Invitational▼Women's Tennis Opens Season Hosting UH ‘Anuenue Invitational
The University of Hawaii women's tennis team is opening its season by hosting the UH 'Anuenue Invitational in Honolulu, a home event that draws collegiate players to the islands for early-season competition. The university's athletics department announced the tournament as the team's first action of the new season.
- 5Hawaii Women's Golf Returns to Rockies for Ron Moore Intercollegiate▼Women’s Golf Return To The Rockies For Ron Moore Intercollegiate
The University of Hawaii women's golf team travels back to Colorado for the Ron Moore Intercollegiate, a collegiate tournament hosted in the Rockies. The Rainbow Wahine are set to compete against a field of college programs as their fall season continues. Fans are following the team's road trip and how the squad fares against mountain-region competition.
- 6University of Hawaii study shows how tilapia survive saltwater●UH study reveals how tilapia adapt to extreme saltwater environments
A University of Hawaii study has revealed how tilapia are able to adapt to extreme saltwater environments, according to coverage from Maui Now. The findings shed light on the physiological mechanisms that allow the fish, typically a freshwater species, to survive in high-salinity conditions. The research may have implications for understanding invasive species spread and aquaculture in brackish or marine waters in Hawaii and beyond.
- 7$3.3M Grant Funds University of Hawaii Microplastics and Infant Brain Study●$3.3M grant funds UH microplastics, infant brain study
The University of Hawaii has received a $3.3 million grant to study how microplastics may affect infant brain development. The funding will support research into whether tiny plastic particles, now widespread in the environment and human bodies, pose risks to babies' neurological health. It adds to growing scientific and public concern over microplastic exposure and its potential health effects.
- 8University of Hawaii cuts $6M in electricity costs via solar●UH saves $6M in electricity costs, secures $1M annual PV savings
The University of Hawaii reports saving $6 million in electricity costs and locking in $1 million in annual savings from photovoltaic solar systems. The figures point to the university's ongoing shift toward renewable energy across its campuses, reducing operating expenses while supporting Hawaii's clean energy goals. The announcement highlights how campus solar installations are delivering measurable financial returns.
- 9UH Mānoa lands in world's top 1.2% in 2027 global rankings●UH Mānoa ranks in world’s top 1.2% in 2027 global rankings
The University of Hawaii at Mānoa has placed among the top 1.2% of universities worldwide in the 2027 global rankings, according to an announcement by the University of Hawaii System. The placement highlights the campus's international standing in research and academics, and university officials are presenting it as a notable achievement for the institution and the state.