School of Ocean & Earth Science & Technology

Advancing discovery, resilience, and stewardship for Hawai‘i and our planet

The School of Ocean & Earth Science & Technology (SOEST) brings together world‑class researchers, educators, and students to study the ocean, atmosphere, Earth, and environmental systems that shape life across Hawai‘i and the Pacific. As a globally recognized hub for ocean and earth science research, SOEST tackles some of the most urgent challenges of our time — from climate resilience and natural hazards to marine conservation and sustainable resource use. Your Giving Day gift strengthens hands‑on learning, innovative research, and community‑driven solutions that protect our islands and inspire the next generation of environmental leaders.

Meaningful ways you can support SOEST today!

• SOEST Enrichment Fund
  Strengthen SOEST’s teaching, research, and community programs through flexible support that empowers students, advances scientific discovery, and fosters environmental stewardship across Hawai‘i.

• Friends of the UH Marine Center
  Support hands‑on marine science training and research by strengthening the UH Marine Center’s vessels, field operations, and student opportunities essential for studying Hawai‘i’s ocean environments.

• Friends of Oceanography
  Power transformative ocean research and student learning by supporting equipment, fieldwork, and data‑driven studies that expand our understanding of Hawai‘i’s marine systems

• Gordon MacDonald Award
  Honor excellence in earth and planetary sciences by supporting student achievement, research, and field opportunities in disciplines central to SOEST’s mission

• Climate Resilience Collaborative
  Support community‑centered climate research and adaptation efforts that help Hawai‘i prepare for and respond to the impacts of a rapidly changing environment.

• Malassezia Genome Sequencing
  Help transform plastic pollution into possibility through cutting-edge research.

• Institute for Sustainability and Resilience Support Fund
  Remove financial barriers so student sustainability researchers can take their work further.

• Waikiki Aquarium Fund Raising
  Enrich marine education, conservation programs, and community outreach at the historic Waikīkī Aquarium, inspiring learners of all ages to care for Hawai‘i’s ocean ecosystems.

• Hawaiʻi Institute of Marine Biology (HIMB) Innovation Fund
  Advance coral reef research and resilience by supporting cutting‑edge science, emerging technologies, and student training that help protect Hawaiʻi’s reefs in a rapidly changing ocean.