On August 16<sup>th</sup>, 2022, Public Law 117-169, The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, was signed into law by the President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden Jr. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 ...On August 16<sup>th</sup>, 2022, Public Law 117-169, The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, was signed into law by the President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden Jr. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 provides the Native Hawaiian community an opportunity to engage in activities of climate resilience and adaptation through making funds available to support such actions. This article provides a preliminary policy analysis of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 to identify the opportunities presented by this legislation that can provide ecological and cultural benefit to the Native Hawaiian community. Findings suggest policy language included in this Act is broad which emphasizes the need for the Senior Program Director of the Office of Native Hawaiian Relations, who is tasked with fund distribution, to rely upon the knowledge of the Native Hawaiian community and ecological experts to direct funds in a manner that best benefits the Native Hawaiian community.展开更多
Fast ferry catamarans have been in use for several decades. They possess the advantage of overcoming one of the major deficiencies of water transportation: low speed. Although their operation has spread throughout dif...Fast ferry catamarans have been in use for several decades. They possess the advantage of overcoming one of the major deficiencies of water transportation: low speed. Although their operation has spread throughout different parts of the world, an overall analysis of the implementation and failures of this technology remains underdeveloped in the transport literature. This paper presents and compares two unsuccessful experiences of the use of fast ferry catamarans in New Zealand and Hawaii. Although both attempts possess major differences in terms of their contexts, particularly regarding competition, regulatory and environmental issues, some of the common lessons learned from both experiences can significantly contribute to a better understanding of this water transport technology and the challenges involved in its operation.展开更多
Purpose: Hawaii had the highest incidence of liver cancer in the US and had a unique patient population with many immigrants from the Pacific and Asia where Hepatitis B virus (HBV) was endemic. HBV screening in high r...Purpose: Hawaii had the highest incidence of liver cancer in the US and had a unique patient population with many immigrants from the Pacific and Asia where Hepatitis B virus (HBV) was endemic. HBV screening in high risk populations was a recommended measure of preventative medicine, thus we sought to examine physician screening patterns for HBV in Hawaii. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed billing claims from 1999 to 2009 from the largest healthcare coverage provider in the state of Hawaii. We identified all patients (>18 years) who underwent HBV screening based on Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) billing codes. We collected data on age, gender and specialty of physicians ordering the screening tests. Analysis was done in 2013 and 2014. Results: Of an estimated 700,000 covered lives, 125,576 patients underwent HBV screening. We stratified the patients into two eras from 1999-2004 (N = 52,245) and 2005-2009 (N = 73,331) to examine temporal trends. In the first era, 30,975 women (59.3%) underwent HBV screening, compared to 49,950 women (69.1%) screened in the 2005-2009 era. There absolute number of tests increased, but the proportion done by primary care MDs decreased from 55.6% to 44.9%. OB/GYN screened 15.6% in the early era and 26.9% in later era. Conclusions: There was an increase in women aged 18 - 40 years screened in the 2005-2009 era compared to 1999-2004, most likely due to OB/GYN physicians’ screening of prenatal women. Physician education on HBV vaccination/treatment or appropriate referral should include OB/GYN as well as primary care physicians.展开更多
The Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965, reinstated in 2018 through the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, provided the United States Federal Government the ability to acquire ...The Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965, reinstated in 2018 through the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, provided the United States Federal Government the ability to acquire and fund land acquisition for the purpose of preservation, development, and public enjoyment. In 2005, the state of Hawaii passed Act 156 which was later amended by Hawaii Revised Statues §173A. Established through this legislation is a land conservation fund providing the state government of Hawaii analogous land acquisition abilities to that of the federal government. It is through these laws that the federal government and state of Hawaii can reinforce the conservation of the fragile Hawaiian tropical rainforest ecosystem. This paper will identify discontinuities as well as opportunities in the implementation of this legislation to provide recommendations to improve the ability of both state and federal government to protect and conserve at risk ecosystems and lands like those present in Hawaii.展开更多
Coastal tourism has become a pillar industry in the economic and social development of China’s coastal areas and an important part of the national Marine strategy.It has a huge development potential and broad space f...Coastal tourism has become a pillar industry in the economic and social development of China’s coastal areas and an important part of the national Marine strategy.It has a huge development potential and broad space for improvement.There is still a big gap between the development of domestic coastal tourism cities and that of foreign countries.This paper made a comparison between Qingdao and Hawaii Island based on the analysis of Qingdao and Hawaii Island in economy,industry,location,tourism,culture,management system and marketing methods,aiming to provide theoretical suggestions for the development of urban tourism in China.展开更多
Hawaii is in the central Patific Ocean. It is the 50th state of the United States. The State of Hawaii consists of more than 124 islands and islets. Among them there are eight major islands; the rest are mostly uninha...Hawaii is in the central Patific Ocean. It is the 50th state of the United States. The State of Hawaii consists of more than 124 islands and islets. Among them there are eight major islands; the rest are mostly uninhabited. Among the eight major islands, the third largest and best known is Oahu, traditionally the landing place for first-time visitors and the site of Honolulu, Waikiki① and Pearl Harbour②. Hawaii Island, the largest among the major eight, is more than twice as large as all the other seven islands combined. It has the state’s highest mountain, It展开更多
An analysis of the ground condition on Hawaii Island(Big Island)and relief of the southeastern flank indicates its instability and the danger of a large-scale landslide which could cause significant damages to the ent...An analysis of the ground condition on Hawaii Island(Big Island)and relief of the southeastern flank indicates its instability and the danger of a large-scale landslide which could cause significant damages to the entire West Coast of the US.This article discusses the factors contributing to the occurrence of a landslide,as well as a method that makes it possible to significantly reduce the probability of it.This method makes it possible to control the lava flow by shaping the landscape of the island,or by directing the lava flow straight into the ocean.展开更多
BEFORE moving to China,my favorite hideaway was Hawaii,so I was delighted to learn China has its own Hawaii–southernmost Hainan Province.A Han Dynasty(206 BC-AD 220)emperor established a military garrison on Hainan I...BEFORE moving to China,my favorite hideaway was Hawaii,so I was delighted to learn China has its own Hawaii–southernmost Hainan Province.A Han Dynasty(206 BC-AD 220)emperor established a military garrison on Hainan Island,the largest island of Hainan Province,in 110 BC.Sun Yatsen recommended the establishment of a province in the region in 1906,but this did not happen until 1988,the year we moved to China.展开更多
Mimicry target-directed micro RNA degradation is widespread and highly conserved among eukaryotes. However, little is known about its mechanism of action. In this letter, by using STTM160(target mimic of mi R160) as a...Mimicry target-directed micro RNA degradation is widespread and highly conserved among eukaryotes. However, little is known about its mechanism of action. In this letter, by using STTM160(target mimic of mi R160) as a reporter, we show that dysfunction of HAWAIIAN SKIRT(HWS) suppresses the pleiotropic phenotype of STTM160. Small RNA sequencing and Northern blot analyses suggested that HWS only affects a subset of micro RNAs. Intriguingly,we identified a stable coexistence of mi R160/mi R399 and their mimicry targets within the AGO1 complex when HWS is compromised, pointing to a possible role of HWS in the clearance of RNA-induced silencing complexes associated with mimicry target.展开更多
As more people flock to coastal areas such as Hawaii for vacation,many may find themselves coming into contact with coral reef for the first time.Whether it’s through snorkeling,swimming,scuba diving,or surfing,the r...As more people flock to coastal areas such as Hawaii for vacation,many may find themselves coming into contact with coral reef for the first time.Whether it’s through snorkeling,swimming,scuba diving,or surfing,the reef can pose a serious danger to anyone not familiar with this delicate life form.While it may appear to be a rock,it is actually a living creature that is home to multiple strains of bacteria.These bacteria can quickly invade injuries sustained from contacting reef,leading to tissue infections ultimately require surgical intervention.In this review,we provide a background on coral reef and its common associated injuries.As there are no evidenced based treatments currently available,anecdotal interventions can be considered.展开更多
"A rare privilege to see. A true paradise." Mr. Enriquez Savignac Antonio. the former Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization, excitedly wrote down these words in October, 1994, af..."A rare privilege to see. A true paradise." Mr. Enriquez Savignac Antonio. the former Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization, excitedly wrote down these words in October, 1994, after visiting the southern coastal city of Sanya. From that point on, Sanya’s fame began to grow. The beach city in the south of展开更多
文摘On August 16<sup>th</sup>, 2022, Public Law 117-169, The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, was signed into law by the President of the United States, Joseph R. Biden Jr. The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 provides the Native Hawaiian community an opportunity to engage in activities of climate resilience and adaptation through making funds available to support such actions. This article provides a preliminary policy analysis of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 to identify the opportunities presented by this legislation that can provide ecological and cultural benefit to the Native Hawaiian community. Findings suggest policy language included in this Act is broad which emphasizes the need for the Senior Program Director of the Office of Native Hawaiian Relations, who is tasked with fund distribution, to rely upon the knowledge of the Native Hawaiian community and ecological experts to direct funds in a manner that best benefits the Native Hawaiian community.
文摘Fast ferry catamarans have been in use for several decades. They possess the advantage of overcoming one of the major deficiencies of water transportation: low speed. Although their operation has spread throughout different parts of the world, an overall analysis of the implementation and failures of this technology remains underdeveloped in the transport literature. This paper presents and compares two unsuccessful experiences of the use of fast ferry catamarans in New Zealand and Hawaii. Although both attempts possess major differences in terms of their contexts, particularly regarding competition, regulatory and environmental issues, some of the common lessons learned from both experiences can significantly contribute to a better understanding of this water transport technology and the challenges involved in its operation.
文摘Purpose: Hawaii had the highest incidence of liver cancer in the US and had a unique patient population with many immigrants from the Pacific and Asia where Hepatitis B virus (HBV) was endemic. HBV screening in high risk populations was a recommended measure of preventative medicine, thus we sought to examine physician screening patterns for HBV in Hawaii. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed billing claims from 1999 to 2009 from the largest healthcare coverage provider in the state of Hawaii. We identified all patients (>18 years) who underwent HBV screening based on Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) billing codes. We collected data on age, gender and specialty of physicians ordering the screening tests. Analysis was done in 2013 and 2014. Results: Of an estimated 700,000 covered lives, 125,576 patients underwent HBV screening. We stratified the patients into two eras from 1999-2004 (N = 52,245) and 2005-2009 (N = 73,331) to examine temporal trends. In the first era, 30,975 women (59.3%) underwent HBV screening, compared to 49,950 women (69.1%) screened in the 2005-2009 era. There absolute number of tests increased, but the proportion done by primary care MDs decreased from 55.6% to 44.9%. OB/GYN screened 15.6% in the early era and 26.9% in later era. Conclusions: There was an increase in women aged 18 - 40 years screened in the 2005-2009 era compared to 1999-2004, most likely due to OB/GYN physicians’ screening of prenatal women. Physician education on HBV vaccination/treatment or appropriate referral should include OB/GYN as well as primary care physicians.
文摘The Land and Water Conservation Fund Act of 1965, reinstated in 2018 through the John D. Dingell, Jr. Conservation, Management, and Recreation Act, provided the United States Federal Government the ability to acquire and fund land acquisition for the purpose of preservation, development, and public enjoyment. In 2005, the state of Hawaii passed Act 156 which was later amended by Hawaii Revised Statues §173A. Established through this legislation is a land conservation fund providing the state government of Hawaii analogous land acquisition abilities to that of the federal government. It is through these laws that the federal government and state of Hawaii can reinforce the conservation of the fragile Hawaiian tropical rainforest ecosystem. This paper will identify discontinuities as well as opportunities in the implementation of this legislation to provide recommendations to improve the ability of both state and federal government to protect and conserve at risk ecosystems and lands like those present in Hawaii.
文摘Coastal tourism has become a pillar industry in the economic and social development of China’s coastal areas and an important part of the national Marine strategy.It has a huge development potential and broad space for improvement.There is still a big gap between the development of domestic coastal tourism cities and that of foreign countries.This paper made a comparison between Qingdao and Hawaii Island based on the analysis of Qingdao and Hawaii Island in economy,industry,location,tourism,culture,management system and marketing methods,aiming to provide theoretical suggestions for the development of urban tourism in China.
文摘Hawaii is in the central Patific Ocean. It is the 50th state of the United States. The State of Hawaii consists of more than 124 islands and islets. Among them there are eight major islands; the rest are mostly uninhabited. Among the eight major islands, the third largest and best known is Oahu, traditionally the landing place for first-time visitors and the site of Honolulu, Waikiki① and Pearl Harbour②. Hawaii Island, the largest among the major eight, is more than twice as large as all the other seven islands combined. It has the state’s highest mountain, It
文摘An analysis of the ground condition on Hawaii Island(Big Island)and relief of the southeastern flank indicates its instability and the danger of a large-scale landslide which could cause significant damages to the entire West Coast of the US.This article discusses the factors contributing to the occurrence of a landslide,as well as a method that makes it possible to significantly reduce the probability of it.This method makes it possible to control the lava flow by shaping the landscape of the island,or by directing the lava flow straight into the ocean.
文摘BEFORE moving to China,my favorite hideaway was Hawaii,so I was delighted to learn China has its own Hawaii–southernmost Hainan Province.A Han Dynasty(206 BC-AD 220)emperor established a military garrison on Hainan Island,the largest island of Hainan Province,in 110 BC.Sun Yatsen recommended the establishment of a province in the region in 1906,but this did not happen until 1988,the year we moved to China.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China (Grant No. 2016YFA0503200)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos. 91740101, 31622009 and 31471221)Science and Technology Commission of Shanghai Municipality (2015JC1400800) to G.R
文摘Mimicry target-directed micro RNA degradation is widespread and highly conserved among eukaryotes. However, little is known about its mechanism of action. In this letter, by using STTM160(target mimic of mi R160) as a reporter, we show that dysfunction of HAWAIIAN SKIRT(HWS) suppresses the pleiotropic phenotype of STTM160. Small RNA sequencing and Northern blot analyses suggested that HWS only affects a subset of micro RNAs. Intriguingly,we identified a stable coexistence of mi R160/mi R399 and their mimicry targets within the AGO1 complex when HWS is compromised, pointing to a possible role of HWS in the clearance of RNA-induced silencing complexes associated with mimicry target.
文摘As more people flock to coastal areas such as Hawaii for vacation,many may find themselves coming into contact with coral reef for the first time.Whether it’s through snorkeling,swimming,scuba diving,or surfing,the reef can pose a serious danger to anyone not familiar with this delicate life form.While it may appear to be a rock,it is actually a living creature that is home to multiple strains of bacteria.These bacteria can quickly invade injuries sustained from contacting reef,leading to tissue infections ultimately require surgical intervention.In this review,we provide a background on coral reef and its common associated injuries.As there are no evidenced based treatments currently available,anecdotal interventions can be considered.
文摘"A rare privilege to see. A true paradise." Mr. Enriquez Savignac Antonio. the former Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization, excitedly wrote down these words in October, 1994, after visiting the southern coastal city of Sanya. From that point on, Sanya’s fame began to grow. The beach city in the south of
