Alfonso M. Albano

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Happy birthday to Corresponding Member Alfonso M. Albano!  Dr. Albano is recognized for his exemplary contributions in laying the theoretical foundation for the description of transport processes through and along the dividing surface between two dissimilar media and the development and refinement of computational techniques for the analysis of data from complex systems. This has … Read more

Morbus

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Morbus is an exhibition that explores the range of discourses, memories, and collective experiences around the idea of diseases known to the medical field and our ailing social systems. The artists in the exhibition attempt creative diagnoses to explain the discomfort and ills in our bodies, cities, and nation so that we may explore ways … Read more

The Nuns of Intramuros

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The Nuns of Intramuros Intramuros was once known as a city of churches and convents. Aside from the friars, Intramuros also had several communities of nuns. A “nun” is a religious woman living in a convent. They live under promises or “vows” of poverty, and chastity. When a woman becomes a nun, she is expected … Read more

The Parian

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The Parian was the central market of Manila. It can be likened to our modern-day mall. It was here where Chinese merchants traded, and a lot can be bought here such as porcelain, silk, and other luxury goods. Here you can find tailors, studios, painters, bakers, barbers, sculptors, carpenters, printers, silver smiths, blacksmiths, glass smiths, … Read more

The British Invasion of the Philippines

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The British Invasion of the Philippines Intramuros’ stone wall was strong and big. However, it was not able to save the city when the British invaded in 1762. The Spaniards were few and leaderless. The position of Governor-General was vacant, and the Archbishop of Manila, despite having no experience with war, commanded the army. On … Read more