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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251114T080000
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SUMMARY:WORLD EXPERT LECTURE SERIES with Dr. Fill and Dr. Randall from the University of Florida
DESCRIPTION:Registration now open!We are pleased to invite interested participants to register for the lectures. Registration is a requirement to receive the link and be part of the interactive lecture\, whether F2F or online. Please scan the QR code and register.
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/world-expert-lecture-series-with-dr-fill-and-dr-randall-from-the-university-of-florida/
LOCATION:University of the Philippines Baguio\, UP Baguio\, Governor Pack Road\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251205T130000
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UID:3500-1764939600-1764954000@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Graduate Thesis Proposal Defense of research entitled "Landscape Metrics and Community Land Use Practices: Predictors of Avian Community Structure in Caramoan National Park"
DESCRIPTION:𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 The MS CaRE Program of the Department of Biology\, College of Science\, University of the Philippines Baguio\, invites the public community to the graduate thesis proposal defense of Mr. Ian P. Parone for the degree Master of Science in Conservation and Restoration Ecology.Thesis Title:Landscape Metrics and Community Land Use Practices: Predictors of Avian Community Structure in Caramoan National Park Date: December 5\, 2025 (Friday) Time: 1:00 PM F2F at the CS AVR and Via ZOOM Virtual Conference.All faculty\, students\, and interested individuals are invited to attend.
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/graduate-thesis-proposal-defense-of-research-entitled-landscape-metrics-and-community-land-use-practices-predictors-of-avian-community-structure-in-caramoan-national-park/
LOCATION:CS AVR\, UP Baguio\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251217T133000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251217T143000
DTSTAMP:20260209T053913Z
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UID:3532-1765978200-1765981800@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Graduate Thesis Proposal Defense of research titled "Epiphytic Macrolichens in Pinus kesiya as Bioindicators of Air Quality in Camp John Hay\, Baguio City\, Philippines"
DESCRIPTION:𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐞 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 \n\n\n\n\nThe MS CaRE Program of the Department of Biology\, College of Science\, University of the Philippines Baguio\, invites the public community to the graduate thesis proposal defense of Ms. Chelsea Nicole P. Bagni for the degree Master of Science in Conservation and Restoration Ecology.\n\n\n\nThesis Title:\nEpiphytic Macrolichens in 𝘗𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘴 𝘒𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘺𝘢 as Bioindicators of Air Quality in Camp John Hay\, Baguio City\, Philippines\n Date: December 17\, 2025 (Wednesday)\n Time: 1:30 PM\n F2F at the CS AVR and Via ZOOM Virtual Conference.\n\nAll faculty\, students\, and interested individuals are invited to attend.
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/graduate-thesis-proposal-defense-of-research-titled-epiphytic-macrolichens-in-pinus-kesi/
LOCATION:CS AVR\, UP Baguio\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251217T143000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20251217T163000
DTSTAMP:20260220T020441Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T020441Z
UID:3534-1765981800-1765989000@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Graduate thesis examination of research titled "BIAY BAKHAW: Species Composition\, Diversity\, Biomass\, and Carbon Stock Assessment of Subic Bay Mangroves"
DESCRIPTION:📢𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 📢 \nThe MS CaRE Program of the Department of Biology\, College of Science\, University of the Philippines Baguio\, invites the public community to the graduate thesis examination of Ms. Joanna Marie F. Reyes for the degree Master of Science in Conservation and Restoration Ecology. \nThesis Title:\n🌲BIAY BAKHAW: Species Composition\, Diversity\, Biomass\, and Carbon Stock Assessment of Subic Bay Mangroves\n📅 Date: December 17\, 2025 (Wednesday)\n⏰ Time: 2:30 PM\n📍 F2F at the CS AVR and Via ZOOM Virtual Conference. \nAll faculty\, students\, and interested individuals are invited to attend.
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/graduate-thesis-examination-of-research-titled-biay-bakhaw-species-composition-diversity-biomass-and-carbon-stock-assessment-of-subic-bay-mangroves/
LOCATION:CS AVR\, UP Baguio\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260126T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260313T062912Z
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UID:3744-1769414400-1769446800@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Thesis Orientation for BIO 200.1 & 200.2 Students
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Biology invites all thesis students (currently enrolled in Bio 200.1 and Bio 200.2) and those who are actively utilizing the laboratory facilities (completing students)\, to attend the Thesis and Laboratory Orientation on January 26\, 2025 (Monday)\, at the CS AVR.The orientation will cover essential topics such as thesis guidelines\, research ethics\, safety protocols\, waste disposal\, and general reminders during the morning session (8:30 AM–12:00 NN). The afternoon session (1:00 PM–5:00 PM) will provide valuable insights on conducting the experimental phase and manuscript writing.Attendance is mandatory to ensure alignment with academic and laboratory standards. See you there! 
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/thesis-orientation-for-bio-200-1-200-2-students/
LOCATION:CS AVR\, UP Baguio\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260309T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260309T110000
DTSTAMP:20260313T063016Z
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UID:3733-1773050400-1773054000@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Graduate thesis examination of research titled "Spatiotemporal variation in the population density of Ophiocoma scolopendrina in the intertidal zones of San Jose Abad Santos\, Davao Occidental: Baseline Data for Conservation Planning"
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Biology is delighted to share the public announcement of the thesis proposal defense by MS CaRE Student Jm Jacob L Baguio\, as he presents his thesis entitled “Spatiotemporal variation in the population density of 𝘖𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘰𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘢 𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘢 in the intertidal zones of San Jose Abad Santos\, Davao Occidental: Baseline Data for Conservation Planning.”
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/graduate-thesis-examination-of-research-titled-spatiotemporal-variation-in-the-population-density-of-ophiocoma-scolopendrina-in-the-intertidal-zones-of-san-jose-abad-santos-davao-occidental-baseli/
LOCATION:via Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260416T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260418T170000
DTSTAMP:20260313T062609Z
CREATED:20260313T062609Z
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UID:3740-1776326400-1776531600@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:31st Summer Institute in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics
DESCRIPTION:The SINSM Committee of the College of Science\, University of the Philippines Baguio proudly announces the 31st Summer Institute in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics (SINSM 2026). \nThis year’s institute will be held 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 on 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟔–𝟏𝟖\, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲) at the University of the Philippines Baguio for the following programs:\n🔬 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲\n⚛️ 𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬\n➗ 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞\n🌟 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐞:\n“𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐥𝐞𝐝𝐠𝐞\, 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬\, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡-𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬.” \nThis year’s theme highlights the integration of strong disciplinary foundations with emerging technologies and innovative teaching tools to produce resilient\, research-driven outcomes in today’s evolving educational landscape. \n🔹 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝?\nSINSM 2026 is designed for secondary and tertiary educators who aim to update their content knowledge\, strengthen pedagogy\, and explore contemporary tools and research applications in their respective fields. \n📌 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬:\n✅ 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟐𝟓 – 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟎\, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔\n✅ 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟏𝟏 – 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟑𝟏\, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔\n💳 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐬:\n• Biology / Physical Sciences / Mathematics / Computer Science – ₱3\,800 (Early Bird) | ₱4\,200 (Regular)\n• MSP Members – ₱3\,300 (Early Bird) | ₱3\,700 (Regular)\n• Students – ₱2\,800 (Early Bird) | ₱3\,200 (Regular)\nRegistration fees are inclusive of kits\, AM/PM snacks\, and lunch. \n⚠️ Limited slots available. No walk-in registration will be accommodated. \nJoin us as we continue the tradition of empowering Science and Mathematics educators through excellence\, innovation\, and research-driven practice. 🎓
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/31st-summer-institute-in-the-natural-sciences-and-mathematics/
LOCATION:University of the Philippines Baguio\, UP Baguio\, Governor Pack Road\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260519T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260513T004239Z
CREATED:20260513T004125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T004239Z
UID:4023-1779202800-1779210000@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Graduate Thesis Examination Announcement of Thesis entitled "Comparative Analysis of the Carbon Stock Potential of Native– and Exotic–dominated stands in Camp John Hay Forest Reserve\, Baguio City\, Philippines."
DESCRIPTION:𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭\n\n\n\nThe MS CaRE Program of the Department of Biology\, College of Science\, University of the Philippines Baguio\, invites the public to the graduate thesis examination of Mr. Emmanuel B. Lacadin for the degree Master of Science in Conservation and Restoration Ecology.\n\n\nHe will be presenting his study entitled “Comparative Analysis of the Carbon Stock Potential of Native– and Exotic–dominated stands in Camp John Hay Forest Reserve\, Baguio City\, Philippines.”\nDate: May 19\, 2026 (Tuesday)\nTime: 3:00 PM\nF2F at CS AVR and Via ZOOM Virtual Conference.\n\n\nAll faculty\, students\, and interested individuals are invited to attend.
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/graduate-thesis-examination-announcement-of-thesis-entitled-comparative-analysis-of-the-carbon-stock-potential-of-native-and-exotic-dominated-stands-in-camp-john-hay-forest-reserve/
LOCATION:CS AVR\, UP Baguio\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260521T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260513T052839Z
CREATED:20260513T052839Z
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UID:4042-1779357600-1779364800@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Graduate Thesis Examination of thesis entitled "Moraceae Tree Diversity\, Assemblage\, and Density in Disturbed and Less Disturbed Lowland Forests in Mt. Busa-MaKiMa\, Sarangani Province\, Mindanao"
DESCRIPTION:𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭The MS CaRE Program of the Department of Biology\, College of Science\, University of the Philippines Baguio\, invites the public to the graduate thesis examination of Ms. Bhegie May G. Buay for the degree Master of Science in Conservation and Restoration Ecology.Thesis Title:Moraceae Tree Diversity\, Assemblage\, and Density in Disturbed and Less Disturbed Lowland Forests in Mt. Busa-MaKiMa\, Sarangani Province\, MindanaoDate: May 21\, 2026 (Thursday)Time: 10:00 AMF2F at IB 204 and Via ZOOM Virtual Conference.All faculty\, students\, and interested individuals are invited to attend.
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/graduate-thesis-examination-of-thesis-entitled-moraceae-tree-diversity-assemblage-and-density-in-disturbed-and-less-disturbed-lowland-forests-in-mt-busa-makima-sarangani-province-mindanao/
LOCATION:Rm 204\, Iskolar ng Bayan Building\, University of the Philippines Baguio\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260610T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260609T023411Z
CREATED:20260609T023411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T023411Z
UID:4088-1781082000-1781092800@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Data Interaction with Python (Plotly Dash) Workshop with Balik Scientist Dr. Arun Decano
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Data Interaction with Python (Plotly Dash) Workshop!\n\n\n\nThe Department of Biology\, College of Science\, University of the Philippines Baguio\, through the DOST-PCHRD Balik Scientist Program of Dr. Arun Decano\, is pleased to present the first session of the Data Interaction and Genomics Workshop Series. \n\n\n\n Data Interaction with Python (Plotly Dash)\n 10 June 2026\n 9:00 AM – 12:00 NN\n\n Balay Internasyonal\, UP Baguio \n\n\n\nDiscover how Python can be used to transform data into interactive visualizations and web applications. Through hands-on exercises using Plotly Dash and Google Colab\, participants will learn practical approaches to data exploration\, visualization\, and scientific communication.\n\n\n\nThis workshop is open to faculty members\, researchers\, students\, and technical staff from UP Baguio and partner institutions who are interested in bioinformatics\, genomics\, antimicrobial resistance\, infectious diseases\, data science\, and related fields. \n\n\n\nAs part of the broader capacity-building initiative under the DOST-PCHRD Balik Scientist Program\, this workshop aims to strengthen local expertise and foster collaboration in genomics\, bioinformatics\, and data science in the Cordillera region and beyond.\n\n\nWe look forward to learning\, innovating\, and building research capacity together!
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/data-interaction-with-python-plotly-dash-workshop-with-balik-scientist-dr-arun-decano/
LOCATION:Balay Internasyonal\, UP Baguio Dormitory\, Governor Center Rd\, Baguio City\, Benguet\, 2600\, Philippines
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260706T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20260706T170000
DTSTAMP:20260626T070223Z
CREATED:20260626T070019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T070223Z
UID:4218-1783324800-1783357200@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Microbial Genomics Using Nanopore Long Reads with Balik Scientist Dr. Arun Decano
DESCRIPTION:FROM FASTQ TO FINDINGS: COMMAND LINE-BASED MICROBIAL BIOINFORMATICS WORKSHOPS\nSession 2: Microbial Genomics Using Nanopore Long Reads \nFollowing the successful conduct of Session 1: Microbial Genomics Using Illumina Short Reads\, the Department of Biology\, College of Science\, University of the Philippines Baguio\, through the DOST-PCHRD Balik Scientist Program of Dr. Arun Decano\, is pleased to announce the continuation of the Microbial Bioinformatics Training Series with Session 2: Microbial Genomics Using Nanopore Long Reads. \nThis second session builds upon the concepts and skills introduced during the first workshop and provides participants with advanced hands-on training in the analysis of Oxford Nanopore long-read sequencing data using command-line bioinformatics tools and reproducible analytical workflows. \nParticipants will gain practical experience in:\nQuality Control\nGenome Assembly\nGenome Annotation\nAntimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Profiling \n Workshop Details\nDate: Monday\, 06 July 2026\nTime: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM\nVenue: Basement 1\, Innovation and Technology Transfer Office\, University of the Cordilleras – Legarda Campus \nParticipants for this workshop were selected from among faculty members\, researchers\, students\, and technical staff of UP Baguio and its partner institutions with interests in bioinformatics\, genomics\, antimicrobial resistance\, infectious diseases\, data science\, and related fields. \nThrough this workshop series\, the program continues to strengthen technical expertise\, foster interdisciplinary collaboration\, and advance microbial genomics and bioinformatics capacity within UP Baguio\, its partner institutions\, and the Cordillera region. \nWe look forward to welcoming back our participants as they continue their journey from FASTQ files to meaningful scientific discoveries through the application of cutting-edge microbial genomics and bioinformatics.
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/4218/
LOCATION:University of the Cordilleras
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20261028T080000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20261028T143000
DTSTAMP:20261027T052103Z
CREATED:20261027T051518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T052103Z
UID:7077-1793174400-1793197800@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Workshop on Introduction to Invasive Species Risk Assessment
DESCRIPTION:🌿 WORKSHOP ON INTRODUCTION TO INVASIVE SPECIES RISK ASSESSMENT \nThe Master of Science in Conservation and Restoration Ecology (MS CaRE) Program\, in collaboration with the Integrated Urban Landscape Resilience Program under the UP System Collective Mentorship Program (CMP)\, invites you to join the Workshop on Introduction to Invasive Species Risk Assessment\, featuring Prof. Dymphna N. Javier\, PhD\, Professorial Lecturer II\, as the resource speaker and facilitator. \nThis workshop aims to introduce participants to the fundamental concepts\, principles\, and methods of invasive species risk assessment\, providing a scientific basis for understanding potential threats to biodiversity\, ecosystems\, agriculture\, and human well-being\, and informing appropriate prevention\, management\, and control strategies. \n*Limited to active MS CaRE Students \nLet’s strengthen our understanding of invasive species and explore science-based approaches to protecting biodiversity and ecosystem health! 🌱
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/workshop-on-introduction-to-invasive-species-risk-assessment/
LOCATION:IB 204
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20261103T090000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20261103T113000
DTSTAMP:20261030T010903Z
CREATED:20261030T010903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261030T010903Z
UID:7164-1793696400-1793705400@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Balik Scientist Program Exit Presentation
DESCRIPTION:🧬 𝐁𝐄𝐘𝐎𝐍𝐃 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖𝐋𝐄𝐃𝐆𝐄 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐄𝐑: 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐬⁣\n⁣\n𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬\, 𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠\, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭.⁣\n⁣\nThe University of the Philippines Baguio\, in partnership with the DOST-Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (DOST-PCHRD)\, invites you to the 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐤 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐢𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐫. 𝐀𝐫𝐮𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐧𝐳𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐨\, Balik Scientist and Postdoctoral Bioinformatician at City St George’s\, University of London\, United Kingdom.⁣\n⁣\nJoin us as Dr. Decano shares the milestones\, accomplishments\, and impact of her six-month Balik Scientist engagement\, highlighting initiatives in genomics research\, bioinformatics training\, One Health antimicrobial resistance surveillance\, and the development of sustainable scientific collaborations in the Cordillera region.⁣\n⁣\n📅 𝟎𝟑 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲)⁣\n⁣\n🕘 𝟗:𝟎𝟎–𝟏𝟏:𝟑𝟎 𝐀𝐌⁣\n⁣\n📍 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐫’𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦\, 𝐔𝐏 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐨⁣\n⁣\n💻 𝐇𝐲𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 | 𝐙𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞⁣\n⁣\nBe part of the conversation on strengthening local research capabilities\, empowering the next generation of scientists\, and building a sustainable genomics research ecosystem in the Cordilleras.⁣\n⁣\n📲 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐐𝐑 𝐜𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲!⁣\n⁣\n#BalikScientistProgram #DOSTPCHRD #UPBaguio #GenomicsResearch #Bioinformatics #OneHealth #SciencePH #CordilleraResearch
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/balik-scientist-program-exit-presentation/
LOCATION:Chancellor’s Board Room
CATEGORIES:Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20261127T235900
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Shanghai:20261127T235900
DTSTAMP:20261027T063433Z
CREATED:20261027T063433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261027T063433Z
UID:7092-1795823940-1795823940@biology.upb.edu.ph
SUMMARY:Deadline for MSCaRE Applications for 2nd Sem 2026-2027
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Biology announces the opening of applications to the Master of Science in Conservation and Restoration Ecology Program for the 2nd Semester\, AY 2026-2027.\n\nThe deadline of application is on November 27\, 2026.\n\n\n\nHere is the link to the online application form: https://forms.gle/37JUBVNw13JfSFow7\n\n\n\nFor the DOST-ASTHRDP application requirements\, those interested can email the GPO at gpo.upbaguio@up.edu.ph.
URL:https://biology.upb.edu.ph/event/deadline-for-mscare-applications-for-2nd-sem-2026-2027/
LOCATION:Benguet
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