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VA Participants essential to environmental research
The Genki Ball Project represents an ongoing and evolving effort to restore and maintain the health of our pond ecosystems at Keehi VA Memorial Park. Our Veterans play a crucial role in qualitative analysis, bringing unique observational skills and dedicated attention to detail that enhances our scientific understanding of pond ecosystem changes.
This work-in-progress combines traditional bio-remediation techniques with modern scientific monitoring, where our holistic methodology integrates the preparation of Genki Balls by program participants with systematic follow-up monitoring and continued remediation efforts.
Observational Excellence
Veterans provide detailed, systematic observations that complement our quantitative measurements.
Qualitative Analysis
Their insights into ecosystem changes offer valuable context that enhances our scientific understanding.
Therapeutic Science
Participation in meaningful research provides healing through purposeful environmental stewardship.
Scientific Monitoring
Water Chemistry Analysis
Ongoing research through systematic testing and citizen science observation
pH Monitoring
Regular measurement of pond acidity levels to assess ecosystem balance and the effectiveness of bio-remediation treatments.
Dissolved Oxygen (DO)
Tracking oxygen levels in pond water to evaluate aquatic life support capacity and bio-remediation progress.
Conductivity Testing
Measuring electrical conductivity to assess dissolved mineral content and overall water quality indicators.
Academic Collaboration
Partnership with SOEST Lab
We are establishing enhanced testing protocols in collaboration with the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST) laboratory at the University of Hawaii. This partnership will expand our analytical capabilities and provide more comprehensive water quality assessments.
The SOEST collaboration represents a significant step forward in legitimizing our citizen science efforts and ensuring our monitoring methods meet rigorous scientific standards.
Current Status
Work in Progress: Protocols under development
Testing Focus
Basic Chemistry: pH, DO, Conductivity
Partnership
SOEST Lab: Advanced testing establishment
Preliminary Results
Initial Water Quality Findings
Early data collection reveals opportunities for continued bio-remediation efforts
Dissolved Oxygen Levels
Initial test results indicate low dissolved oxygen (DO) levels in our pond systems. While these findings are currently inconclusive and require continued monitoring, they highlight the importance of our bio-remediation efforts.
Bio-remediation Opportunity
The low DO readings reinforce the value of our Genki Ball treatments and suggest that continued bio-remediation activities can potentially improve oxygen levels and overall pond ecosystem health.
Ongoing Monitoring
These preliminary results emphasize that our project is truly a work in progress, requiring sustained effort, continued data collection, and adaptive management approaches as we learn more about our pond ecosystems.
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2025 Project Plans
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Skyline and transit accessibility
We look forward to connecting our Ewa and Kona lahui through accessible transportation.
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