Mary Donnabelle L. Balela

MARY DONNABELLE L. BALELAUNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES DILIMAN JULIAN A. BANZON MEDAL2024 OUTSTANDING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AWARD FOR APPLIED RESEARCH In recognition of her outstanding scientific research titled “Modular Kapok Booms for Marine Oil Spills with Low Secondary Waste Generation” which developed biodegradable and reusable oil sorbent materials from locally sourced fibers. The innovative technology … Read more

Pia D. Bagamasbad

PIA D. BAGAMASBADUNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES DILIMAN EDUARDO A. QUISUMBING MEDAL2024 OUTSTANDING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT AWARD FOR BASIC RESEARCH In recognition of her outstanding scientific research titled, “Krüppel-like factor 9 (KLF9) links hormone dysregulation and circadian disruption to breast cancer pathogenesis” which helps in understanding the role of KLF9 in influencing the hormone response of … Read more

Vidal’s lanutan

Vidal’s lanutan is a large endemic flower in the Philippines and is in the same family as the gumamela. Find out soon which denomination of the First Philippine Polymer (FPP) Banknote Series will feature Vidal’s lanutan. The FPP Banknote Series will circulate alongside the existing paper banknotes starting Q1 2025. Source: @bangkosentral

Santanina Tillah Rasul (Senator and Advocate)

The NHCP joins the Filipino people in mourning the passing of Senator Santanina Tillah Rasul on 29 November 2024. Born on 14 September 1930 in Siasi, Sulu, she made history by becoming the first Muslim woman to serve in the Senate of the Philippines and the first Muslim senator to win reelection. Before this, she … Read more