#Hawaii Astronomy

Keck Observatory helps unravel mystery behind rare cosmic X-ray bursts

An international team of astrophysicists using W. M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea, Hawaiʻi Island have uncovered a possible origin of fast X-ray transients (FXTs) — mysterious, fleeting bursts of X-rays that have long puzzled astronomers.

UH astronomers discover biggest explosion since the Big Bang

A team at the University of Hawaiʻi’s Institute for Astronomy has uncovered a dazzling new kind of cosmic explosion, more energetic than anything seen before.

Maunakea Scholars honors students for excellence in astronomy

Eleven students from Waipahu High School were recognized for their achievements in astronomy through the Maunakea Scholars program, including graduating senior Mila Rexford, who received the prestigious $10,000 Hōkūala Scholarship.

Potential $85M from NASA for UH management of Maunakea’s Infrared Telescope Facility

Among its many science programs, IRTF is used to identify asteroids and comets that may pose a threat to Earth. The NASA contract with UH has a maximum potential value of approximately $85.5 million and could extend through December 2033, according to the space agency.

University of Hawaiʻi Hosting Free Virtual Conference Blending Culture & Science

The University of Hawaiʻi Office of the Vice President for Research and Innovation is hosting an online conference called “Blending of Culture and Science” on Nov. 15-17.

Infant Planet Discovered by UH-Led Team Using Maunakea Telescopes

One of the youngest planets ever found around a distant infant star has been discovered by an international team of scientists led by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa faculty, students, and alumni.

Hyatt Regency Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Apollo 11

The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11, the first manned flight to the moon, from July 16 to 20, 2019.