HWST 155L — Nā Limu Hawaiʻi: Hawaiian Seaweeds and their Uses Lab
Students will study the various morphologies of local limu species and learn basic limu hatchery and farming techniques such as tumble culture or attached cultivation methods. Hands-on experience in the cultivation, and instruction in the equipment necessary to monitor and manage the cultivation system will take place in the hands-on laboratory. Students are introduced to media preparation, sterile technique, various Limu cultivation methods, and stereomicroscopy. Students will learn seeding techniques for re-planting Limu in critical habitats. Additionally, some lab skills such as DNA extraction/sequencing, and lipid extractions will be covered.