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To give a fitting recognition to the steadfast support of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to the science and technology sector, the Philippine scientific community held“Alay Pasasalamat” 25 June 2010 at the Heroes Hall, Malacañan.

The “Alay Pasasalamat,” organized by the National Academy of Science and Technology, is a tribute to the President by the Filipino scientists, science scholars, members of the science community and the academe, technology adoptors, and officials and staff of the Department of Science and Technology. Highlights of the event include an audio-visual presentation on the accomplishments of the science community that stemmed from the support of the President during her nine-year tenure, and testimonials from beneficiaries.

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Pres. GMA with STII-DOST OIC Ma. ISabel C. Dario, two young DOST scholars, and NAST-DOST President Emil Q. Javier.

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Culture contributes much to the state of health of people, according to key experts as they explored yesterday at the Hotel Sofitel Philippine Plaza Manila the various aspects that affect the health of people in the Asia Pacific region. Health issues such as H1N1, parasitism, bangungot (nightmare), and equitable health care took on fresh perspective as discussed in the context of culture by key experts.

The evolution of the H1N1 virus strains was discussed by Dr. Takeshi Kasai, WHO Regional Adviser in Communicable Disease Surveillance and Response. Prof. Lerma Paris of University of San Agustin in Iloilo City enlightened the audience on a case study of three young boys afflicted with parasitism caused largely by the culture of poverty they live in.

Dr. Carolyn Sobritchea analyzed the gender dimensions of climate change, particularly the adverse impacts of disasters on women’s reproductive health. With co-author Dr. Hiroko Hara of the Josai International University in Japan’s Chiba Prefecture, she recommended several measures to protect women and children from reproductive health risks and vulnerabilities during calamities, such as Pepeng and Ondoy typhoons that hit the country hard last year.

Dr. Michael Tan of the University of the Philippines Diliman used bangungot (nightmare, or pokkuri in Japan) to illustrate the potentials of transdisciplinary work in examining syndromes. He pointed to migration, diaspora, perceptions, and aspirations for wellness as important factors in developing cultural competence. Citing bangungot as an example, Dr. Tan revealed the medical and biomedical explanations of the symdrome, as well as folk explanations that have glaring similarities across cultures, particularly among Ilocanos, Japanese, and Singaporeans.

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Philippine Science High School - Eastern Visayas Campus students won Fourth Place Grand Awards in the Team Awards category of this year’s Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) held last May 9-14 in San Jose, California, USA. The group was recognized for their study entitled “Creating a natural treatment for red tide using indigenous materials.” The group was welcomed by Department of Science and Technology Undersecretary Fortunato T. De la Peña (middle) in a courtesy meeting recently. Others in photo are (L-R): Cecilia Ubarra, Intel Philippines, Education Programs Manager; Marc Mapalo, MarcArthur Limpiado, Maria Clara Isabel Sia, and Jean Reni de Guzman of the Philippine Science High School- Eastern Visayas Campus; and Dr. Claro Santiago Jr., Intel ISEF mentor/trainor and DOST Scientist. (By Joy M. Lazcano, S&T Media Service)

 

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DOST's pitch for breastfeeding. President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo presents the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) and the Children for Breastfeeding, Inc (CfB) on May 17, 2010 at the Rizal Hall, Malacañang, Manila. The MoU aims to prop up PCHRD’s advocacy for breastfeeding through scientific research supportive to policies and guidelines that would further strengthen the government's Evidence-based Research Center. Also in photo are (left to right) Dr. Custer C. Deocaris, DOST Balik Scientist Awardee; Dr. Estrella F. Alabastro, Department of Science and Technology Secretary; Dr. Elvira L. Henares-Esguerra, CfB President; and Dr. Jaime C. Montoy, PCHRD Executive Director.(By Ryan H. Ebron, S&T Media Service, DOST Balik Scientist Program)

 

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