#UH Manoa Institute for Astronomy

UH astronomer helps capture shape of Supernova explosion as massive star dies

Astronomers have captured one of the universe’s most dramatic moments – the instant a massive star exploded and the blast broke through the star’s surface. A University of Hawaiʻi astronomer was part of the international team that raced to record and study the supernova in real time.

UH Responds to DLNR Independent Review of Maunakea Land Management

The University of Hawaiʻi received the Hawaiʻi State Department of Land of Natural Resources’ independent review of the implementation of the Mauna Kea Comprehensive Management Plan. The university acknowledged that the issues surrounding Maunakea are contentious and challenging and that the review will help support and inform its ongoing efforts.