Groundwater discharge found to alter coral reef ecosystems
New 51²è¹Ý study reveals how just the right amount of groundwater can boost coral reef productivity while too much causes harm.
Protecting the beauty of reefs bolsters conservation, economy
A new 51²è¹Ý study finds that beautiful reefs rich in colorful, unique fish boost both biodiversity and local economies.
Urgent action needed to protect corals fleeing warming seas
Coral reefs are shifting toward cooler waters, but without urgent climate action, most won¡¯t survive the century.
51²è¹Ý professor among world¡¯s top coral reef scientists
Professor Mark Hixon is ranked among the world's top 20 coral reef scientists for his lifetime research contributions.
Coral research inspires environmental science grad to pursue master¡¯s degree
Tyra Arends studied thermally resilient coral and its restoration efforts.
51²è¹Ý marine ecologist earns national fellowship
McManus is recognized for notable efforts to investigate how climate change impacts coral reef ecosystems.
Coral reefs release a colorful mix of chemicals, feeding tiny ocean recyclers
In the future, the team aims to continue discovering how chemical features can inform coral reef management and be used to advance coral restoration success.
51²è¹Ý researchers discover 10 new sponge species in K¨¡ne?ohe Bay
HIMB identified 10 new species of marine sponges found in Kāneʻohe Bay using an innovative technique.
Grant boosts 51²è¹Ý¡¯s effort to protect Hawai?i¡¯s coral reefs
The “Fish Pono: Save Our Reefs” program aims to stem the tide of coral degradation caused by coastal pollution and ocean warming by saving fishes that save corals.
Nuisance alga detected beyond Papah¨¡naumoku¨¡kea for the 1st time
Researchers plan to extend their surveys beyond the Marshall Islands to better understand the alga¡¯s distribution and ecological role.