NAST PHL to Conduct the Fifth Episode of Scienteach in Region I
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The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL), in partnership with Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Regional Office I will conduct the ScienTeach: A Virtual Symposium for the Youth on October 18, 2021 at 9:00 AM via Zoom with a live broadcast on the NAST PHL social media accounts. This event is open for all junior and senior high school students.
National Scientist Ramon C. Barba, A Renowned Scientist on the Innovation of Mangoes Propagation Dies At 82
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Dr. Ramon C. Barba, the scientist behind the year-round availability of fresh mangoes, has passed away on October 10, 2021 at the age of 82.
Dr. Barba was known for his distinguished achievements in the field of plant physiology, focusing on induction of flowering of mango and on micropropagation of important crop species that have earned him national and international accolades. He pioneered the induction of flowering and fruiting of mango resulted to availability of abundant fresh mangoes all year-round. He developed the plant growth enhancer, using potassium nitrate, which was locally and internationally patented. He also worked on the micropropagation of sugarcane and bananas. This significant breakthrough in flower induction and micropropagation has been adopted by other countries producing fruit trees.
NAST PHL to Conduct Scienteach in Isabela
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ISABELA –The National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL), in partnership with Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Regional Office II and PSTC Isabela, will conduct the ScienTeach: A Virtual Symposium for the Youth in Isabela on October 5, 2021 at 10:00 AM via Zoom with a live broadcast on the NAST PHL, DOST REGION 2 and PSTC ISABELA social media accounts. This symposium is open for all junior and senior high school students.
Four expert scientists are invited to the symposium as resource speakers to share their knowledge on their field of expertise. These are: Academician Rex Victor O. Cruz, an expert in watershed management and climate change; Academician Arnel N. del Barrio, a leading scientist in the field of ruminant nutrition; Academician Mudjekeewis Santos, a foremost scientist in marine ecosystem; and Academician Eufemio T. Rasco Jr., a plant breeder and former science administrator. The event will be moderated by Dr. Reynante L. Ordonio of the Philippine Rice Research Institute, a 2021 Outstanding Young Scientist awardee.