Read more about MIT’s ties to Hawaii
Research pulled Michael McDonald in and it won’t let go
MIT astrophysicist Michael McDonald has deepened our understanding of galaxies through his research at Hawaii’s world-class observatories.
Scientists discover a new way of sharing genetic information in a common ocean microbe
Researchers at MIT and the University of Hawaii at Manoa found a novel method of genetic transfer in the ocean's most abundant photosynthetic organism.
Fieldwork class examines signs of climate change in Hawaii
An MIT fieldwork class brought students to Hawaii to research climate change, invasive species, and volcanic smog from Kilauea's sulfur dioxide emissions.
MIT works with Hawaii employers
MIT is engaged with these employers that have a significant presence in Hawaii:
- Amazon
- Hawaii Energy
- University of Hawaii at Manoa
- US Air Force
- US Army
- US Coast Guard
- US Marines
- US Navy
- Walmart
MIT alumni make a difference in Hawaii
Hawaii organizations where MIT alumni hold key positions include Boeing; Monk’s Delight Kona Coffee; Oceanit Laboratories; the Pacific Air Forces; Tripler Army Medical Center; the US Navy; and the University of Hawaii at Manoa.