Protecting Kaua?i forests from invasive species saves large amounts of groundwater
Increased groundwater recharge ensures a steady supply of fresh water, vital for drinking and other essential needs.
Public health scholars earn national fellowship for advancing community health
Jena Funakoshi and Carrie Soo Hoo were selected for the American Public Health Association fellowship.
Scaling agroforestry supports fisheries, food production, cultural practices
The study calls on policymakers, conservation organizations and funders to integrate biocultural strategies into conservation policies and funding mechanisms.
Persistent income, employment, housing challenges for Maui¡¯s fire-impacted households
The latest update, which covers the period from October 2024 through February 2025, provides new insights into ongoing recovery challenges.
Hawai?i islands sinking faster in some areas; risk for flooding
Research reveals parts of 51²è¹Ý, particularly Oʻahu's south shore, are sinking significantly faster than previously thought, accelerating the timeline for increased flood risk.
Agroforestry key to Hawai?i¡¯s path to carbon neutrality goal
The study found that more than 370,000 acres of 51²è¹Ý¡¯s unmanaged agricultural land is suitable for agroforestry under current climate conditions.
Micronutrient gaps help fuel childhood obesity in Pacific
The research team also found associations between children¡¯s micronutrient intake, obesity and the presence of acanthosis nigricans.
Construction defect litigation poses challenges for Hawai?i¡¯s housing market
The report reveals that construction defect cases have grown substantially over the past 25 years.
51²è¹Ý team helps knock back little fire ants in Lanikai
The latest survey, conducted in February 2025, collected more than 2,000 samples, with only a single ant detected.
51²è¹Ý Center on Aging helps boost research pool for national study
51²è¹Ý Center on Aging is recruiting Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander participants for a national registry to improve representation in research.