Tracing the Outbreak: A Seminar on Public Health Introduction to Genomic Tools for Cholera Outbreak Response
๐งฌ TRACING THE OUTBREAKPublic Health Introduction to Genomic Tools for Cholera Outbreak Response Please join us! Learn how genomics and bioinformatics can help support cholera outbreak investigation, surveillance, and public health response. ๐ค Featuring an invited speaker from the Philippine Genome Center (PGC) Mindanao ๐ค In partnership with the DOST-PCHRD Balik Scientist Program in the Cordilleras ๐ 8 October 2026โฐ 8:30 AMโ12:00 NN ๐ Technical SeminarAn introductory session on genomic tools, sequencing, and bioinformatics for outbreak response. โจ Donโt miss out! Join us and discover how genomics can help trace disease outbreaks. Register Here: https://bit.ly/tracingtheoutbreak
Thesis Students Secure Funding from the 2026 DOST-PCHRD Undergraduate Thesis Grant in Natural Products (First Call)
Photo credit from: Cordillera Regional Health Research and Development Consortium – Crhrdc The Department of Biology congratulates our BS Biology students Sophia Rhys Q. Baรฑados, Stephanie U. Buenconsejo, and Jherome G. Pangilinan for receiving a research grant under the 2026 DOST-PCHRD Undergraduate Thesis Grant in Natural Products (First Call)! The team, under the guidance of Dr. Ailyn Fadriquela and Dr. Roland Hipol, secured the grant for their study, โPhytochemical Profiling and In Vivo Neuroprotective Evaluation of Dillenia philippinensis Leaf Extract in Caenorhabditis elegans.โ We extend our warmest congratulations to the team!
BS Biology Alumni Present Research at 1st National Patriot Research Conference
The Department of Biology congratulates our BS Biology alumni, Redcedrick Co and Gavin Wesley Rafanan, for presenting their research at the 1st National Patriot Research Conference held at Clark, Pampanga last 8โ12 July 2026. Redcedrick shared their research “Assessment of Biodegradation and Metabolic Capacity of Penicillium citrinum Against Various Hydrocarbon Derivatives”โco-authored by Mia Ayla Garcia, Philip John Omaweng, and Gavin Wesley Rafanan, and advised by Asst. Prof. Ronan Baculi. Gavin shared their research “Genomic Characterization of a Mid-Pathway Petroleum-Degrading Pluralibacter gergoviae Isolate”โadvised by Instr. Jodelyn Melegrito, Asst. Prof. Ronan Baculi, and Asst. Prof. Mac Michael Rubio. We warmly congratulate Redcedrick, Gavin, Mia, Philip, and their advisers for their contribution to microbiology!
MS Conservation and Restoration Ecology Students among the Top Presenters of the Young Arachnologist Forum
The Department of Biology congratulates our MS Conservation and Restoration Ecology (CaRE) students, Mark Villarubia and Von Eric Tagarino, for being recognized as among the top three presenters of the Young Arachnologist Forum in the recently concluded Arachnology Symposium 2026 and 1st Philippine Arachnological Society Inc (PASI) General Assembly, held at the University of Santo Tomas last 1โ3 July 2026. They presented their research entitled “Occurrence of Lychas armillatus (Gervais, 1841) in fire-maintained pine forest in Central Cordillera, Luzon Island, Philippines”, also co-authored by Assoc. Prof. Aris Reginaldo. We warmly congratulate Mark, Von, and Sir Aris for their contribution to arachnology and conservation and restoration ecology!
Department of Biology Faculty Members and MS CaRE Alumni Win Best Scientific Poster Award
The Department of Biology congratulates our faculty members Prof. Zenaida Baoanan and Assoc. Prof. Liezel Magtoto, and MS Conservation and Restoration Ecology (MS CaRE) alumni Shirley Jaene Valdez and John Paul Payopay, for receiving the Best Scientific Poster Award under the Biological Sciences Division during the 48th Annual Scientific Meeting of the National Academy of Science and Technology. They received this award for their research entitled “From Natives to Exotics: Implications of Changing Plant Composition in Camp John Hay Forest Reserve”. We extend our warmest congratulations to the authors for their contribution to conservation and restoration ecology. #SDGs #SDG11 #SDG13 #SDG15 #SDG17
The Department of Biology thanks BSU-OVCRE-CCARD for accommodating UPB Biology students in the Animal Care and Use for Research Training
The Department of Biology would like to thank the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) at the Cordillera Center for Animal Research and Development (CCARD), Office of the Vice President for Research and Extension (OVCRE), and Benguet State University (BSU) for accommodating fourteen (14) UPB BS Biology students in the Animal Care and Use for Research Training held last June 19, 2026 at the CCARD Building, BSU. The training serves as part of the Departmentโs efforts to ensure adherence to ethical principles and best practices in research. Photo credits to CCARD-BSU We support the Sustainable Development GoalsSDG-04 (Quality Education); SDG-14 (Life Below Water); SDG-15 (Life on Land); SDG-17 (Partnership for Goals)
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”
๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ฌ๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐ฑ๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐ง๐ง๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญThe 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.
Graduate Thesis Examination Announcement of Thesis entitled “Comparative Analysis of the Carbon Stock Potential of Nativeโ and Exoticโdominated stands in Camp John Hay Forest Reserve, Baguio City, Philippines.”
๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐ฌ๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐ฑ๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ง๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐๐ง๐ง๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ The 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. He will be presenting his study entitled “Comparative Analysis of the Carbon Stock Potential of Nativeโ and Exoticโdominated stands in Camp John Hay Forest Reserve, Baguio City, Philippines.” Date: May 19, 2026 (Tuesday) Time: 3:00 PM F2F at CS AVR and Via ZOOM Virtual Conference. All faculty, students, and interested individuals are invited to attend.
New publication alert entitled “Status, Emerging Challenges, And Perspectives in Hills and Mountains. The Case of Northern Luzon, Philippines”
The Department of Biology proudly shares a new publication from one of our dedicated faculty members, Dr. Zenaida Baoanan! ๐ This book chapter discusses the fascinating biodiversity and indigenous cultural heritage of Northern Luzon. The abstract can be accessed here: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/chapters/edit/10.1201/9781003688907-6/status-emerging-challenges-perspectives-hills-mountains-zenaida-gutay-baoanan We support the Sustainable Development GoalsSDG-4 (Quality Education); SDG-11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities); SDG-15 (Life on Land)
HIGHLIGHTS: 31st Summer Institute in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Itโs a wrap! The Department of Biology extends its sincere gratitude to all participants, organizers, and personnel whose efforts contributed to the success of the 31st Summer Institute in the Natural Sciences and Mathematics (SINSM), held on April 16โ18, 2026, at the University of the Philippines Baguio. We especially celebrate the 33 participants who joined us in exploring new concepts and techniques in microbial and fungal DNA isolation, PCR amplification, gel electrophoresis, and basic bioinformatics. Your enthusiasm and engagement made this yearโs SINSM both insightful and productive. The photos below capture some of the highlights of this enriching experience. We look forward to welcoming you again in next yearโs SINSM! We support the Sustainable Development GoalsSDG-3 (Good Health and Well-being); SDG-4 (Quality Education); SDG-5 (Gender Equality); SDG-6 (Clean Water and Sanitation); SDG-9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure); SDG-11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities); SDG-13 (Climate Action); SDG-14 (Life on Water); SDG-15 (Life on Land); SDG-17 (Partnership for Goals)