Dr. Charlotte M. Chiong

Dr. Charlotte M. Chiong (New NAST Academician) “I am happy that my research and work have been recognized to be worthy of this honor and privilege. At the same time, I am cognizant of the fact that I need to do more in terms of helping move translational and relevant research come fore that can … Read more

Feliciano Jocson y Hernandez

Today in History, June 9, in 1868, pharmacist and Katipunero, Feliciano Jocson, is born. Interestingly, two of Jocson’s contemporaries claim that the design of the flag was designed by Jocson and not Emilio Aguinaldo. Feliciano Jocson y Hernandez, a pharmacist who ran a drugstore in Escolta prior to joining the Katipunan, together with Jose Alejandrino, … Read more

Remembering Ishmael Bernal

Remembering the National Artist for Film on his 24th death anniversary. National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts (September 30, 1938 – June 2, 1996) Ishmael Bernal held a mirror of truth to society and the country. For his contemporaries and surely generations of storytellers to come, he serves as a testament to how film … Read more

Acd. Gisela P Concepcion

Who is Acd. Gisela P Concepcion? Dr. Gisela P Concepcion is known for her significant contributions to the field of marine natural products. She spearheaded research that isolated, purified, identified, and characterized marine natural products with anti-cancer, anti-bacterial, anti-tuberculosis, anti-malarial, anti-inflammatory, and immuno-suppressant properties and developed innovative and inexpensive bioassay methods for platelet inhibition and … Read more

Who made the first Philippine flag?

  Who made the first Philippine flag? The following person made the first Philippine flag: Doña Marcela Agoncillo, Lorenza Agoncillo, and J Josefina Herbosa Natividad. In line with the observance of the National Flag Day today, May 28, let us recognize the vital roles of these 3 women who meticulously sewed the first Philippine flag … Read more