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Aquatic Zoology Lab receives Art of the Possible 2023: Earth Science Community Award

Marion Michael Bacabac (second from the right) holding the plaque awarded on September 26, 2023 held in Bangkok, Thailand. The team of Marion Michael Bacabac, Prof. Victor Ticzon, and Jesus Gabriel Fetil of the Aquatic Zoology Research Lab, won the Art of the Possible 2023: Earth Science Community Award, a competition organized by Planet Labs … Continue reading Aquatic Zoology Lab receives Art of the Possible 2023: Earth Science Community Award

Dr. Reyes Honored at 49th CAS Foundation Anniversary

Dr. Roberto C. Reyes Dr. Roberto C. Reyes was among the faculty retirees who was honored at the 49th College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Foundation Anniversary on December 21, 2021. Dr. Reyes or Sir Bobby retired in March 2021, capping a 38-year service in the University that began in 1983 as an Instructor for … Continue reading Dr. Reyes Honored at 49th CAS Foundation Anniversary

Aquatic Zoology Research Lab is 2021 CAS Outstanding Extension/Public Service Team

The Aquatic Zoology Research Lab. From left to right: Dr. Victor Ticzon (Lab Head), Estephan Fortela, Dr. Maria Eleanor Aurellado, Kent Elson Sorgon, Marion Michael Bacabac, and Jesus Gabriel Fetil The Aquatic Zoology Research Laboratory (AZRL), headed by Dr. Victor S. Ticzon, received the 2021 CAS Outstanding Extension/Public Service Team award during the 49th Foundation … Continue reading Aquatic Zoology Research Lab is 2021 CAS Outstanding Extension/Public Service Team

ABD Faculty Phillip Alviola Joins the WHO Scientific Advisory Group

The Animal Biology Division is proud to congratulate Associate Professor Phillip Alviola who has been appointed as member of the World Health Organization (WHO) Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens (SAGO) in November 2021. Alviola is the only Filipino scientist among the 27 SAGO members who were selected for their expertise in … Continue reading ABD Faculty Phillip Alviola Joins the WHO Scientific Advisory Group

UPLB scientists to develop captive breeding and larval rearing protocols on tawilis and ayungin

Left: Sardinella tawilis, an endangered food fish endemic to Taal Lake, Right: A researcher examines the tank used to rear tawilis (Photo: UPLB-Limnological Station) The UPLB Limnological Station (UPLB-LS) will proceed with phase 2 of their project on tawilis (Sardinella tawilis), which seeks to develop captive breeding and larval rearing protocols.  The UPLB-LS, led by … Continue reading UPLB scientists to develop captive breeding and larval rearing protocols on tawilis and ayungin

ABD faculty nominated for membership to WHO Scientific Advisory Group

Associate Professor Phillip Alviola was nominated as one of the members of the World Health Organization's Scientific Advisory Group for the Origins of Novel Pathogens (SAGO). Members will serve in their personal capacities to represent the broad range of disciplines relevant to emerging and re-emerging pathogens. Public vetting will be open until October 27, 2021 … Continue reading ABD faculty nominated for membership to WHO Scientific Advisory Group

Siyensikat features tawilis conservation research by UPLB Limnological Station

Saving the endangered tawilis is not only about preserving the species but also the livelihood of fisherfolk on Taal Lake who depend on them. In the latest episode of Siyensikat which aired on October 16-17, Dr. Ma. Vivian Camacho, the station manager of the UPLB Limnological Station and associate professor from the Animal Biology Division, … Continue reading Siyensikat features tawilis conservation research by UPLB Limnological Station