A critical milestone in the path to a net zero carbon future is known as the ‘20% hydrogen’ goal. As hydrogen is the only clean burning fuel with zero carbon emissions that can be blended with existing fuel for combustion with minimal change to existing combustion infrastructure. 20% refers to…

Oceanit founder and CEO, Dr. Patrick Sullivan, joined host Unyong Nakata to talk innovation in Hawai’i on the latest episode of The Hawaii Business Podcast. In this episode, available now wherever you get your podcasts, Dr. Sullivan spoke on his views of Hawaii’s uniqueness, why he settled in the islands…

Military personnel must often operate in extreme heat environments, or with a complex assemblage of protective and survival gear that impede the body’s natural cooling mechanisms and lead to heat stress. The U.S. Army reports that there are 2–3 heat-related soldier deaths each year — along with many more cases…

Letter to the WSJ Editor, Re: “U.S. Small-Business Programs’ Future Is Clouded by Congressional Fight” in the Wall Street Journal on July 07, 2022 I read WSJ’s July 7th article and find that on the one hand, it’s great to bring attention to this issue, on the other hand, you…

As we reach the height of summer 2022, heat waves are once again sweeping across the nation, and 70% of Americans find themselves bombarded with high temperatures and high humidity, making outdoor activity and work not only unappealing, but sometimes dangerous. …

Researchers have been studying the question of whether rapid antigen tests are a good indicator of contagiousness, or infectiousness, when it comes to the SARS-CoV-2 virus. …

On Friday, May 6th, The University of Hawai’i Mānoa Department of Mathematics & Institute for Human Services hosted their “Be a Scientist Night” at the Institute for Human Services, Oahu’s largest shelter. …

From aerodynamics research in the lab to new industry standard — Abrasive blasting is an extremely effective tool utilized across a wide range of industries, including extensive use throughout the United States Armed Forces. Used for stripping paint and surface coatings, or for fouling/deposition removal, it is an essential part of the maintenance of ships, vehicles, and equipment. However, abrasive blasting…

The COP26 summit and Glasgow Climate Pact have underlined the need to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions quickly and equitably. While sustainable energy technologies are progressing rapidly and becoming more viable every day, fossil fuels still make up 80% of the global power supply, emitting around 35 gigatons of CO2…