New paper out entitled āYouth networks as bridging actors in environmental governance: Roles, achievements and barriersā
The Department of Biology is proud to share a recent publication by our BS Bio alumnus and former faculty member, Deign Frolley Soriano. The paper is entitled “Youth networks as bridging actors in environmental governance: Roles, achievements and barriers” Congratulations! The full paper may be accessed through the following links:Full Article: https://doi.org/10.1002/pan3.70302Plain Language Summary: https://relationalthinkingblog.com/2026/03/20/plain-language-summary-youth-networks-are-key-but-overlooked-actors-in-environmental-governance/ We support the Sustainable Development GoalsSDG-10 (Reduced Inequalities); SDG-11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities); SDG-13 (Climate Action); SDG-17 (Partnership for Goals)
UP Baguio SHEStem Scholarship Awardee featured in VOGUE Philippines
Our very own Ms. Sophia Rhys Q. BaƱados, a 3rd-year BS Biology student, has been featured in Vogue Philippines! In the article, Ms. BaƱados shares her passion for neuroscience, as she forges her path in a field traditionally dominated by men. As she puts it, āFollowing her heart, she chose to pursue the path of a neuroscientist, working to understand the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and nerve cells. She dreams of pioneering a breakthrough in brain function.ā Ms. BaƱados is the first UP Baguio student to receive the SHEStems Scholarship Award as part of the inaugural cohort for SY 2024-2025. Additionally, Ms. BaƱados is among the 10 scholars selected for this prestigious program nationwide. The SHEStems Scholarship Awards is a project of UN Women Philippines National Goodwill Ambassador Karen Davila. UN Women is the United Nations entity dedicated to pushing for gender equality and the empowerment of women in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in the country. A global champion for women and girls, UN Women was established to accelerate progress on meeting their needs worldwide. Sophiaās vision to push the boundaries of science makes her an inspiration for aspiring young scientists everywhere. Check the article here: https://vogue.ph/lifestyle/advocacy/10-filipina-shestems-scholarship-awardees/ We support the Sustainable Development GoalsSDG-4 (Quality Education); SDG-5 (Gender Equality); SDG-10 (Reduced Inequalities)
First UP Baguio student receives the SHEStems Scholarship Award
Congratulations to Ms. Sophia Rhys BaƱados! The Department of Biology proudly congratulates Ms. Sophia Rhys BaƱados, 2nd Year Student of the BS Biology program for being the first UP Baguio student to receive the SHEStems Scholarship Award as part of the inaugural cohort for SY 2024-2025. Ms. BaƱados is among the 10 scholars selected for this prestigious program nationwide. The SHEStems Scholarship Awards, a project of UN Women Philippines National Goodwill Ambassador Karen Davila, aims to promote gender equality and the empowerment of women. As a global champion for women and girls, UN Women strives to accelerate progress in meeting their needs worldwide. We are incredibly proud of you, Ms. BaƱados! We support the Sustainable Development GoalsSDG-4 (Quality Education); SDG-5 (Gender Equality); SDG-10 (Reduced Inequalities)