By Apple Jean C. Martin- de Leon, DOST-FPRDI
The Department of Science and Technology through the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL) has recently conferred the International Publication Award to DOST-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) researchers who were able to publish their research outputs in the Web of Science/Clarivate Analytics or Scopus indexed journals.
The DOST Intellectual Property Award - International Publication Award (DOST IPA-IPub) is given annually to scientists and researchers of DOST for their published research outputs in the last three years before the year of the nomination.
Among the articles authored by the Institute researchers are:
- Jimenez Jr, J.P. (2023). Drying Characteristics of Pandan (Pandanus simplex) Leaves Using the DOST-FPRDI Furnace-type Dryer. Philippine Journal of Science, 152.
- Pelayo, S. A., Micosa, S.C., Alejo, K.G., & Omalin, A.P. (2023). Efficacy against Molds and Decay Fungi of Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) Formulations Applied on Forest Woody Vines. Philippine Journal of Science, 152(1).
- Marasigan, O.S., Alipon, M. A., Bondad, E.O., Hopia, K. A., & Mundin, M.A.M. (2024). Physical and Mechanical Properties of Thirteen Senile Fruit-Bearing Trees in the Philippines and their Potential Uses. Journal of Tropical Forest Science, 36(1), 91-104.
- Delica, K.M., Balagot, K.W.M. & Lapuz, R.B. (2023). Investigation of Chemical Components of Hexane Extract from the Stem of Arcangelisia flava via Phytochemical Test, GC-MS Analysis, FTIR Fingerprinting, and In Vitro Antioxidant Activity. Philippine Journal of Science, 152(5), 1919-1929.
- Delica-Balagot, K.M., Halasan, H.G.M., Martinez, C.M.J., Collera, J.J.A., Balagot, K.W.M., Kamantigue, E.C., Samiano, F.B. & Lapuz, R.B. (2024). Effect of Drying Methods on the Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity of Leaf of Agarwood (Aquilaria malaccensis). Philippine Journal of Science, 153(3), 1217–1225.
- Balagot, K.W.M., Delica, K.M., Lapuz, R.B., Lapuz, A.R.P., Ramos, R.E. & Domingo, E.P. (2023). Isolation of Nanocellulose by Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Bleached Musa textilis (Abaca) Pulp. Philippine Journal of Science, 152(5), 1873–1883.
- Balagot, K.W.M., Emprese, M.C., Delica-Balagot, K.M, Cuaresma, C.A. & Mari, E.L. (2024). Preliminary Study on the Chemical Properties of Non-Oak Wood Species: Suitability for Wooden Barrel Production. Philippine Journal of Science 153(3): 1227 – 1236.
“This recognition shows DOST-FPRDI’s commitment to further contribute to the global body of scientific knowledge. We are proud to have researchers who not only excel in R&D work, but also are competent and diligent writers,” said DOST-FPRDI Director Rico J. Cabangon.
The awarding was held last 25 November 2024 at the Vivere Hotel in Alabang. Recipients received certificates of recognition and cash incentives from NAST PHL.