A5038347314- Pacific and Southeast Asian Studies
- Geology and Paleoclimatology Research
- Coastal and Marine Dynamics
- Maritime and Coastal Archaeology
- Tropical and Extratropical Cyclones Research
- Coastal wetland ecosystem dynamics
- Marine and environmental studies
- Geological and Geophysical Studies
- earthquake and tectonic studies
- Climate Change, Adaptation, Migration
- Indigenous Studies and Ecology
- Island Studies and Pacific Affairs
- Species Distribution and Climate Change
- Methane Hydrates and Related Phenomena
- Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies
- 3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage
- Isotope Analysis in Ecology
- Environmental Engineering and Cultural Studies
- Animal and Plant Science Education
- Botany and Geology in Latin America and Caribbean
- Augmented Reality Applications
- Conservation Techniques and Studies
- Climate Change Communication and Perception
- Geological Modeling and Analysis
- Marine and coastal plant biology
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
2012-2024
University of Hawaii System
2012-2024
University of Hawaii at Hilo
2020-2024
Ocean Institute
2022
New York Proton Center
2017
United States Geological Survey
2016
In Hawai'i, as is the case globally, sea level rise threatens availability of suitable habitat for waterbirds and other coastal species. This study examines Hawaiian wetland agro-ecosystems (loʻi) social-ecological systems that may meet human needs while expanding nesting endangered waterbirds, if restored under an Indigenous Resource Management paradigm. We applied spatial analysis to project: (1) area existing waterbird likely lost by end century (2100); (2) potentially gained through...
Between 3050 and 2700 years ago, humans first colonized the islands of south-west Remote Oceania, a region stretching from Vanuatu to Sāmoa. These colonists created dense archaeological record Lapita pottery other artefacts on island coastlines across region. There is one striking exception this pattern: Sāmoa, with only single colonization site dating approximately 2800 ago. are two competing explanations for unique Sāmoan record. First, there was record, now displaced through sedimentation...
Abstract Unprecedented rates of anthropogenic sea level rise (ASLR) and attendant wave‐driven flooding salinization threaten the stability (and habitability) atoll islands. Thus, there is doubt regarding continued existence sovereign nations unique, place‐based indigenous cultures. Evidence that some islands may have originally formed in latter stages post‐glacial (SLR) has been interpreted to mean they will persist under accelerating ASLR. These forecasts are at odds with interpretations...
Abstract Over the past 200 years of written records, Hawaiian Islands have experienced tens tsunamis generated by earthquakes in subduction zones Pacific ‘Ring Fire’ (for example, Alaska–Aleutian, Kuril–Kamchatka, Chile and Japan). Mapping dating anomalous beds sand silt deposited low‐lying areas along coasts, even those distant from zones, is critical for assessing tsunami hazard throughout basin. This study searched evidence inundation using stratigraphic sedimentological analyses...
KANE, H.H.; FLETCHER, C.H.; ROMINE, B.M.; ANDERSON, T.R.; FRAZER, N.L., and BARBEE, M.M., 2012. Vulnerability assessment of Hawai′i′s cultural assets attributable to erosion using shoreline trend analysis techniques. Hawai‘i’s beaches are a focal point modern lifestyle as well tradition. Yet coastal threatens areas that have served burial grounds, home sites, other forms significance. To improve understanding the convergence patterns uses, we mapped changes from Kawela Bay Kahuku Point on...
Nearshore coral reefs at Teahupo’o, Tahiti, are currently threatened by destruction from proposed plans to build a new judging tower in the reef lagoon for 2024 Olympic surfing event. Local community members were trained utilize 3D photogrammetry techniques create high-resolution habitat maps of three sites that will be impacted dredging and construction. The resulting orthomosaics analyzed quantify characterize structure each study site. Species diversity, colony count, size, percent cover...
Background The Worldwide Voyage (WWV) was a 3-year (2014–2017) open-ocean voyage to circumnavigate the world using Indigenous knowledge and navigational skills aboard Hōkūleʻa, traditionally designed Native Hawaiian (NH) voyaging canoe (waʻa kaulua). Each WWV segment included experienced crew leadership who were recognized by their peers as highly in Polynesian oceanic voyaging. This study explored perceptions insights of WWV-experienced ocean voyagers on interconnection between human health...
The use of Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) is becoming a preferred method for supporting integrated coastal zone management, including cultural heritage sites. Loko i′a, traditional Hawaiian fishponds located along the coastline, have historically provided sustainable seafood sources. These sites are undergoing revitalization through community-driven restoration efforts. However, sea level rise (SLR) poses significant climate-induced threat to areas globally. i′a managers seek adaptive...
Abstract Coastal plain stratigraphy is often over looked in paleo–sea-level reconstructions because carbonate sediments do not precisely constrain former sea level. Pacific Island sedimentology provides an invaluable record of geomorphic and environmental consequences coastal evolution response to changes level local tectonics. A series auger cores obtained from eastern ʻUpolu reveal a subsurface sand envelope predominately composed coral coralline algae derived the reef framework. Coupling...
Underwater cultural heritage sites (UCH), such as shipwrecks and sunken aircrafts, can provide physical structures to support coral recruitment habitats for marine organisms. Conversely, these archaeological artifacts also be detrimental live release pollutants into the environment. The military history of Guam has resulted in a high abundance UCH on shallow reef habitats, little is known about how may affect ecology natural systems. In this study, we used photogrammetry techniques survey...
The MEGA Lab uses branding and marketing techniques as a complementary form of science communication to improve citizen science. Storytelling, inclusivity, personalization, digital marketing, collaborations are key components brand marketing. Through branding, projects within the have increased their visibility, attracted more participants, enhanced credibility. In addition, can also help reach wider audience. By promoting through social media, outreach events, other channels, increase...
Academic science is becoming increasingly recognized for fostering a toxic workplace culture. A growing number of studies show that hierarchical structure, intense competition, excessive workload expectations, and lack adequate financial support create an unhealthy work environment (Stephan, 2012; Callier Vanderford, 2014; Hall, 2023). Science in academia flooded with underpaid underappreciated students postdocs, sadly, academic institutions are not adequately addressing the urgent need to...
First posted July 22, 2016 For additional information, contact: Director, St. Petersburg Coastal and Marine Science Center U.S. Geological Survey 600 4th Street South Petersburg, FL 33701 (727) 502–8000 http://coastal.er.usgs.gov Sedimentologic topographic data from Hurricane Sandy washover deposits were collected southern Long Beach Island, New Jersey, in order to document changes the barrier-island beaches, dunes, coastal wetlands caused by subsequent storm events. These will provide a...
Abstract. Coral reefs and submerged cultural heritage sites are integral to supporting marine biodiversity, preserving human history, providing ecosystem services, understanding drivers of health function. Despite the importance these underwater habitats, accessibility environments remains limited specialized professionals. The MEGA Vision mixed reality application integrates photogrammetry-derived data products with augmented (AR) technologies transcend this barrier, offering an immersive...
In Hawai‘i and across much of Oceania, Pacific Islanders celebrate the connections between our islands ocean that surrounds us. Since beginning time, we have relied upon precise observations marine celestial realms to intentionally navigate thousands miles vast expanses open ocean. Through migrations, created—and continue create—purposeful relationships by observing movements swells, weather patterns, bodies, life. direct opposition colonial Western thought, view Oceania as a metaphorical...