17th Conference of the Science Council of Asia (SCA) SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, and INNOVATION FOR INCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT
14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
17th Conference of the Science Council of Asia (SCA) SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, and INNOVATION FOR INCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT
CONTENTS PLENARY LECTURES The Body and the Wound: Some Reflections on the Meaning of Research and the Human Being
Dr. Anthony M. Juan, Jr. ................................................................................................................................................................................ 1
Preparing for the Big One: The Case of the Greater Metro Manila Area
Renato U. Solidum, Jr. ................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
Disaster Risk Reduction in Nepal: Its retrospect and prospect
Dr. Jiba Raj Pokharel ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Innovation and Inclusive Development That Embodies Gender Equality: What Works and What Might Work
Dr. Meryl J. Williams .................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
The Philippine Perspective on Future Earth
National Scientist Lourdes J. Cruz .......................................................................................................................................................... 5
Climate Change: Impacts, Resilience and Adaptation Strategies
Dr. Josefino C. Comiso .................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
ORAL PRESENTATION
STRAND 1: Re-engineering Research (in the humanities, Social Sciences, and Governance and Education) Towards Inclusive Growth Challenges in the Conduct of Genetics Research involving Philippine Indigenous Peoples
Maria Corazon A. De Ungria ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
A Phenomenology of ICT Scarcity: Lived Experiences of Instructional Leaders in Philippine Basic Education Schools
Jonathan R. Adanza ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
How can State Universities Develop an Enterprise? Reforms to Building Viable Livelihoods Among Poor Communities
Rowena DT. Baconguis .............................................................................................................................................................................. 10 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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A Study on Potential of Industrial Clusters in Vietnam – Focusing Around on Quang Trung Software City in IT Industry
Tetsuro Saisho .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
Science Education for Citizenship and for Social Justice: The Case of Elementary Science Education in Japan
Vicente C. Handa ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Activity and Stability of Mixed Conductive Oxide: The Role of Composite Structures and Compositions
Deni Shidqi Khaerudini S. Si ................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Poems on Bicol as Hispanic Heritage: Inputs in Teaching Philippine Literature as History
Sherill A. Gilbas ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Cultural Factors of Lisu Ethnic Tribe in Kachin State
Khin Saw New .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Factors on Community Investment-Based Small Scale Irrigation Development in Indonesia (Case of West Nusatenggara)
Rita Nur Suhaeti .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
The Strategy of Technology Transfer Acceleration Through Technopark Development Towards Inclusive Agriculture Development
Ferianto ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Rhetorical Relations to Punctuation Marks in Research Articles in the Context of Myanmar
Ni Ni Hlaing ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Philippine Technocracy and Class Politics in Policy-making
Teresa E. Tadem ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 19
Analysis of Inclusive Development Policies in Nepal since 1990
Motoko Shuto ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Encouragement of Significant Persons : A Grounded Theory Study on Academic Success
Evelyn C. Bagaporo ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
A Research of Higher Education According to Students’ Learning Transition in the Universities: Focusing on the Classes for Science, Technology, and Society
Akinori Yamabe ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 22 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Neoliberal Constraints to National Sovereignty, Democratic Governance, and Development: Cases and Lessons from the Trenches in the Global Struggle Against Neoliberal Globalization
Kenneth E. Bauzon ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Biodiversity Conservation Through Science Education: Comparing the In-School and After-School Contexts
Maria Rosario Virginia S. Cobar-Garcia ............................................................................................................................................. 24
Boat-making Traditions and Technology in Sulu Archipelago
Mucha Shim L. Quiling .............................................................................................................................................................................. 25
Inclusive Development Paradigm: Interdisciplinarity among Science, Humanism, and Art
Hak-Soo Kim .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Three Asian Aesthetic Approaches to the Other War Novel (Pramudya’s Perburuan, Castillo’s The Firewalkers, and Bhattacharya’s So Many Hungers!)
Adelaida F. Lucero ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Aspirations of Filipino Rice Farmers for their Children and Philippine Rice Self-Sufficiency
Florencia G. Palis ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
Building Sustainable Futures: Lessons from Indigenous Communities in the Margins
Maria Cecilia T. Medina ............................................................................................................................................................................ 29
A Social History of 1950s Filipino Film Adaptation
Joyce L. Arriola ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Finding the Right Model for Transferring Renewable Energy in Developing Country
Yovita Isnasari .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 31
On the Ancient Architectural and City Ruins of Phnom Kulen and quarries in the Surrounding Area in Angkor
Takeshi Nakagawa ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
STRAND 2: Eco-environmental studies and Ecological Engineering
Gaseous elemental mercury chemiresistor sensor based on a gold thin film electrode
Jose H. Bergantin, Jr. ................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Photodegradation of Methylene Blue in Water using Metal oxide Semiconductor Thin-Films
Arven I. Café .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 35 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Retrofitting a Philippine Detached Family House to Make it Energy Efficient and Energy Generating
Napoleon Enteria ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 36
Insecticidal Effect of the Methanol-Chloroform Extract of Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) Against Orange-Spotted Cockroaches (Blaptica dubia)
Ma. Gelli Anne B. Escober ....................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Performance Comparison Study of Biodiesel Tubers Porang (Amorphophallus oncophyllus) with Biodiesel Soybean Oil (Soybean Oil) Based Experiments
Aguk Zuhdi Muhammad Fathallah ...................................................................................................................................................... 38
Valuation of Mangroves as a Coastal Defence against Storm Surge
Wesley S. Gagarin ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 39
Development of BELDA: Prediction of Residential Energy Consumption in Cambodia
Kengo Ichijima ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Detection of Methylene Blue Using Silver Coated Porous Silicon as Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) - Active Substrate
Lorenzo P. Lopez, Jr. ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Predicting the Distribution of Native Chicken in Samar
Nemesio Francisco M. Napuran ............................................................................................................................................................ 42
Development of the Adaptive Model for Thermal Comfort in HEMS Condominium
Hom Bahadur Rijal ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Development of BELDA (Building Energy Structure and Lifestyle Database of Asia): Preliminary Results of Questionnaire Survey and Database Building Protocol
Jennifer Hsieh ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 44
Assessment of the External and Photic Parts of the Caves in Camotes Island, Central Philippines – Basis for Conservation and Sustainability Options
Serapion N. Tanduyan & Heizel Faith L. Gorgonio .......................................................................................................................... 45
Genetic Map of The Protected Bird in Indonesia: Little Spiderhunter (Arachnothera longirostra Nectariniidae)
Dwi Astuti ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Zinc Oxide and Aluminum Nitride Thin Films as Pyroelectric Energy Harvesters
Catherine B. Tugado .................................................................................................................................................................................. 47 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Medium-Term Water Consumption Forecasting using Artificial Neural Networks
Lemuel Clark P. Velasco ............................................................................................................................................................................ 48
Turmeric Dye-based Colorimetric Sensor for Fish Freshness
Christopher Jude T. Vergara .................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Conservation, Assessment of Genetic Diversity and Screening of Phytoactive Compounds of Ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) Germplasm at the National Plant Genetic Resources Laboratory
Maria Lea H. Villavicencio ....................................................................................................................................................................... 50
Pollen Sources and Some Aspects in the Ecology of Apis andreniformis Smith from Select Barangays in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan
Jacquilyn L. Estrada ................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Indigenous Plants and Trees for Food and Agrobiodiversity: The Case of Dillenia philippinenesis (Katmon)
Amparo M.Wagan ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 52
Contribution of Biochars in the Improvement of Soil Health: An Investigation
Gina Villegas-Pangga ................................................................................................................................................................................. 53
Spatio-temporal water quality changes as reflections of land use changes and climatic variations in Laguna de Bay, Philippines
Jonathan T. Macuroy .................................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Effect of Glues and Preservatives on Properties and Durability of Engineered Bamboo (E-bamboo) Boards
Marina A. Alipon .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Event History Analysis of Indoor Thermal Environment and Care-requiring Condition of Residents in Nursing Homes
Yukie Hayashi ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 56
The Development of the Quattro Timber Window Make it Easily Possible to Develop Low Cost, Wide Window, Passive Type, Zero Energy House (ZEH)
Ben Nakamura .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 57
STRAND 3: Human Health and Biotechnology
What Predicts the Malnutrition Among a Select Group of Filipino Elderly in Institutionalized Setting? A Partial Least Square (PLS) study
Arianne Sherie L. Agustin ........................................................................................................................................................................ 59
Factors Affecting Occurrence of Dengue Fever in Major Cities of Southeast Asia
Tetsu Kubota .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 60 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Synthesis and Biological Studies of Substrate-based Probes of Galactofuranosyl transferase 1 (GlfT1) Towards Understanding Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Gladys C. Completo ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 61
DOST Mosquito Ovicidal/Larvicidal (OL) Trap System: A Tool in Assisting Reduction of Dengue Incidence in 2011 Nationwide
Annabelle V. Briones .................................................................................................................................................................................. 62
Particle Swarm Optimization Trained Neural Network for Medical Diagnosis
Orven E. Llantos ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
Mathematical Dengue Model Providing Insights on the Transmission Dynamics in the Philippines
Jose Maria L. Escaner IV ........................................................................................................................................................................... 64
Inhibitory Activity of a New Alkaloid in Latently HIV Infected Cells
Ma. Sheila M. de Jesus ................................................................................................................................................................................ 65
Preparation and Characterization of Chitosan and Chitosan/Polypyrrole Films for Bone Tissue Engineering
Sittie Zuleiha S. Salik .................................................................................................................................................................................. 66
The Moderating Effect of Physical Activity on the Food Intake and Nutritional Status of Filipino Elderly Priests and Nuns
Allan B. De Guzman .................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
Skin Wound Healing and Dermal Irritation Studies of Cocos nucifera L. (Coconut) Endosperm in BALB/c Mice
Erna C. Arollado ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Simulated Laparoscopic Training and Measurement Systems Based on a Low-cost EMG Armband with Integrated Web-based Logging and Analysis System
Harold Jay M. Bolingot .............................................................................................................................................................................. 69
“Traditional Knowledge” and ”Chinese Traditional Medicine” concerning ABS: Political Mistranslation by Chinese Government and Japanese Government
Tsutomu Inamura ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 70
Study on the Summer Thermal Comfort in Temporary Shelters in Nepal after Massive Earthquake 2015
Rita Thapa ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 71
Factors Affecting Residential Energy Consumption from the Viewpoint of People’s Lifestyle and Quality of Life: Case Study on Thailand and Vietnam
Ji Xuan............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
Thermal Environment and Its Associated Occupants Responses in a HEMS Condominium
Rajan KC .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 73 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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CFD Analysis of Japanese Vernacular Architecture in the Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go considering Regional Topography
Yuki Ogawa ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 74
STRAND 4: One Health: Connecting Human, Animal, and Ecosystems Health Pili (Canarium ovatum, Engl.) Pomace: a Novel and Potential Functional Food Ingredient
Elizabeth H. Arenas .................................................................................................................................................................................... 76
Determination of P. Aeruginosa and B. Cereus In The Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus): An Analysis in the East and West Sites of Laguna De Bay, Philippines
Allyssa M. Cruz ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 77
Phytochemical Screening and In-vitro Evaluation of the Antioxidant and Morpho-Cytotoxic Activity of Nauclea orientalis (L.) Lin.
Maingelline B. Vivit .................................................................................................................................................................................... 78
In-vitro Evaluation of the Ascaricidial Properties of the Hydroethanolic and Ethanolic of Pleurotus ostreatus (Oyster Mushroom)
Gaile Ann E. Gamit ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 79
Ecosystem Health of Myeik Archipelago, Southern Coast of Myanmar
Nang Mya Han .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 80
Gold Nanoparticle-based Probes for the Colorimetric Detection of Mycobacterium avium Subspecies Paratuberculosis DNA
Claro N. Mingala ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Operationalization of the One Health and Resilience Approach: Practical Transdisciplinary and Trans-systems Interdependencies
Noel Lee J. Miranda ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 82
Transforming Hospitals to Intelligent System for Greening Healthcare in 21st century
Dongchun Shin ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 83
Poultry Antimicrobials in the Phillippines: What’s the Problem?
Mildred A. Padilla ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 84
Biosynthesis of Gold Nanoparticles using Lactic Acid Isolated from Lactobacillus sp. for Biomedical Applications
Myla R. Santiago .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 85 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Evaluation of Food Safety Knowledge and Practices of Street Vendors and Microbiological Quality of Selected Street Food in Tacloban City, Leyte
Irene L. Tan ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 86
Fourier Harmonic Analysis as Tool in Predicting Bulls with Non-Compensable Fertility Problem
Danilda H. Duran ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Multidrug Resistant Escherichia coli Isolated from Chickens at Slaugther in Batangas and Quezon, Philppines
Haidee E. Torio ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 88
Effects of Commercially Available Antioxidant in Ovo on Chorioallantoic Membrane, Embryonic Growth and Putative Plasma Vitellogenin of Philippine Mallard (Anas platyrynchos domesticus L.)
Renato SA. Vega ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 89
Study on Firewood Use Pattern in Different Ecological Regions in Nepal
Tika Ram Pokharel ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 90
Study on the Winter Thermal Environment and Its Relation to Human Health in the Himalayan and Terai Regions of Nepal
Gautam Basudev .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 91
Environmental Actual State of The Energy Self-Sufficient Housing in Coastal Area
Yasuko Yoshino ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 92
STRAND 5: Gender Integration and Mainstreaming in S&T Innovations Understanding the Reasons for the Leaky Pipeline in STEM
Merlyne M. Paunlagui ................................................................................................................................................................................ 94
Women in Technological Innovation: A Case Study of Woman as Inventor In LIPI
Maidina Maidina .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 95
Gender Differences in Research Productivity of Science Teachers
Sherryl M. Montalbo .................................................................................................................................................................................. 96
Gender Differences in Mathematics Skills and Performance of Public Secondary Students
Emil C. Alcantara ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
Gender Differential Roles in Organic Agriculture (OA) Adoption in Selected Municipalities in the Philippines
Edna Luisa A. Matienzo ............................................................................................................................................................................ 98
Building an ASEAN Economic Community: Challenges and Opportunities for Advancing Gender and Women’s Studies
Carolyn I. Sobritchea ................................................................................................................................................................................. 99 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Japanese Women’s Activism as Transnational Women’s Movement: Reimagining Solidarity, Partnership, and Cooperation in Asia Jeane Cana Peracullo ............................................................................................................................................................................... 100
Trend Analysis in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Fields Towards Policy Formulation on Gender Mainstreaming
Zenaida Q. Reyes ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 101
Gender Gap in Science Education: Creating Spaces for STEM
Maria Helen F. Dayo .................................................................................................................................................................................. 102
Gender-differentiated Perceptions of Typhoon Affected Households in New Washington, Aklan, Philippines
Jee Grace B. Suyo ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 103
Wanted: Innovations for Enhancing Women’s Adaptive Capacity to Climate Variability in Coastal Communities
Marieta Bañez Sumagaysay .................................................................................................................................................................. 104
Differentials in the Abalone Supply Chain: The Case of Northern Iloilo, Philippines
Rowena Paz L. Gelvezon ......................................................................................................................................................................... 105
Preliminary Assessing Women’s Participation in the Forest Protection and Rehabilitation Project of GIZ in Leon, Iloilo
Rhodella A. Ibabao ................................................................................................................................................................................... 106
The Gender Difference in the Burden of Having Children: Evidence from Life Satisfaction Data
Tsukasa Matsuura ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 107
Women Empowerment: A Case Study of Myanmar Employed Women and Housewives
Khin Mar Mar ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 108
What One Hand Gives, the Other Takes Away: Migration, Food Insecurity, and Women in the Philippines
Jorge V. Tigno .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 109
Light and Shadows of the Woundedness Among Sex Workers Enfleshed in the Diary of St. Faustina: An Exploratory Study
Reynaldo B. Navares ................................................................................................................................................................................ 110
Exploring the Gender Division of Labor in the Wood Carving Industry of Paete, Laguna
Samuel Brando H. Piamonte ................................................................................................................................................................ 111
The Barangay Health Workers Program in Calbayog City
Eugene C. Calumba .................................................................................................................................................................................. 112 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Development of a Data Compilation System for Gende-responsive Planning and Monitoring
Liza N. Comia .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 113
Reversing Gender Inequalities Through Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET)
Amaryllis T. Torres ................................................................................................................................................................................... 114
STRAND 6: Disaster Risk Reduction of Natural Disasters caused by Climate Change, Earthquake, and Tsunami UAV to Ground Team and Vehicle Hub Cooperative Missions with Delay Tolerant Information Flows for Post Disaster Decision Support Systems
Gemalyn D. Abrajano ............................................................................................................................................................................... 116
Flood Risk Assessment with High Spatial Resolution for Flood Disaster Mitigation under Climate Change Scenario
Apip ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 117
Analysis of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plans and Practices Related to Resilience to Flooding of Urban Water System in Davao City
Della Grace G. Bacaltos ........................................................................................................................................................................... 118
Landslide Warning System Web Application using Satellite-based Rainfall: A Proto-type Project under the Sentinel Asia in the Philippines
Arturo S. Daag ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 119
A Proposed Flood Control Program for Gandara River
Lady Ann M. Fabillar ............................................................................................................................................................................... 120
Political Leadership and Disaster Management in the Philippines: The Experiences of Two Municipalities
Jan Robert R. Go ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 121
Participatory Assessment of Community Capacities and Vulnerabilities - Towards the Realization of Community-based Early Warning System for Deep-seated Landslides
Brian Anthony L. Gumiran .................................................................................................................................................................... 122
Application of Disaster Risk Assessment to Typhoon Disaster Risk Reduction
Sammy Boy B. Jatico ................................................................................................................................................................................ 123
EpiNurse: Participatory Monitoring of Health Security and Disaster Risk Reduction by Local Nurses
Sakiko Kanbara ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 124
Seismic Hazards of the Gyeongju Area, Korea
Kie Hwa Lee ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 125 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Reproductive Health and Post Haiyan Baby Boom
Ladylyn Lim Mangada ............................................................................................................................................................................ 126
Exploring the Use of Phenomenological Approach to Understanding Past Earthquake and Tsunami Events
Ma. Mylene L. Martinez-Villegas ......................................................................................................................................................... 127
Assessment of Flood Hazard Mapping (FHM) Project in San Juan River Basin
Marilyn V. Medina ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 128
Wireless Sensor Network Complements Telemetered Landslide Early Warning System in Sites with Poor GSM Connectivity
Earl Anthony V. Mendoza ....................................................................................................................................................................... 129
Predicted Freezing Damage in HVAC and Plumbing Systems caused by Loss of Power during Major Disasters and Its Counterplans
Masanori Sugawara ................................................................................................................................................................................. 130
Recent Devastating Wind Disasters in East Asia
Yukio Tamura .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 131
Recent Earthquakes and the Need for New Philosophy for Earthquake Resistant Design
Akira Wada .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 132
Peatland Disaster Risk Reduction Based on Ecosystem Management in Palangkaraya, Central Kalimantan of Indonesia
Wahyu Widiyono ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 133
Science Council of Japan and Japan Academic Network for Disaster Reduction
Masako Yoneda .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 134
Development of Earthquake Risk Assessment Method for Office Building for Earthquake Insurance Rate Determination
Takahiro Tsutsui ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 135
Predicting Disaster Contact Preferences for Foreign Residents in Sendai City: A Multinomial Logistics Regression Analysis on Disaster Social Capital
Lisette R. Robles ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 136
Lacquer Foundation Process of Columns, Reconstruction Study of Nguyen Dynasty Royal Palaces in Hue, Vietnam
Shiomi Saito ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 137
Relevance of the UNDP Human Security Framewrok in Tacloban City’s Disaster Risk Reduction Management as applied to the Lessons Drawn from Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda)
Geraldo S. Petilla ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 138 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Looking into Socio-economic Factors Influencing the Level of Awareness and Adaptation of Small Scale Farmers on Climate Change in the Philippines
Rosemarie Laila D. Areglado ............................................................................................................................................................... 139
JOINT PROJECT WORKSHOP (JPWS) Hosted by the Science Council of Japan (SCJ) Introduction of Two Coastal Ecosystem Conservation Projects for Coral Triangle Areas Funded by SATREPS Program
Kazuo Nadaoka ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 140
International Collaborative Research on Pediatric Pneumonia between Japan and the Philippines
Hitoshi Oshitani ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 141
Next Generation Earth Monitoring System with Micro-satellites and Ground-based Networks
Yukihiro Takahashi ................................................................................................................................................................................... 142
Multi stakeholder Collaboration to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals: The Role of Science, Technology and Innovation Floradema C. Eleazar ......................................................................................................................................................... 143 Realizing Asia’s Second Green Revolution through International Partnership
Dr. David Johnson ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 144
FUTURE EARTH
Air Pollution and Human Health in Asia: Experience in adopting and promoting the systems approach for transdisciplinary research on air pollution and health in Asia
Nordin Hasan ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 146
Future Earth and Air Pollution
Fumiko Kasuga .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 147
Air Quality and Health: Indian Perspective
S.K. Satheesh, K. Krishna Moorthy, S.Suresh Babu ........................................................................................................................ 148
Asian Culture-related Air Pollution Sources and Health Implications
Shih-Chun Candice LUNG ...................................................................................................................................................................... 149
A 7-year National Strategic Research Project on PM2.5 Studies (2017-2024) in Korea
Soon-chang Yoon ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 150
Research challenges for air pollution in Asia: Perspectives from International Global Atmospheric Chemistry (IGAC) Project
Hiroshi Tanimoto ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 151
Health Effect of PM2.5 in China
T. Zhu, Y.Q. Han, J. Liu, X. Tang, and J. Zhu ...................................................................................................................................... 152 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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POSTER SESSION 1 STRAND 1: Re-engineering Research (In the humanities, Social Sciences, and Governance and Education) Towards Inclusive Growth FDM Cloud Based Applciation Performance Monitoring System of the Cadets While on Board Ship Training for the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy in San Narciso, Zambales
Froilan D. Mobo ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 154
Work-Family Conflict, Life Stress and Job Burnout of Faculty Members in Polytechnic University of the Philippines Maragondon
Niño D. Naldoza ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 155
Centers of Excellence and Development in Teacher Education: Contribution to Secondary Teachers Quality and Sustainability
Niño D. Naldoza ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 156
Financial Literacy of Professional and Pre-Service Teachers in the Philippines
Angeline M. Pogoy .................................................................................................................................................................................... 157
Northwestern Samar State University Student’s Choice Awards for Radio and Television: An Assessment
Eugene C. Calumba .................................................................................................................................................................................. 158
Trade-off that the AFP Stakeholders Make with Military Leadership
Easter B. Belandres ................................................................................................................................................................................. 159
Regression Analysis of the Economic Factors of the Gross Domestic Product in the Philippines
Jackie D. Urrutia ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 160
The Secrets of Running a Character Awardee School: A Qualitative Case Study
Amelia M. Bonotan .................................................................................................................................................................................. 161
Technology Innovation: The FabLab Experience of BISU
Bernabe M. Mijares, Jr. ........................................................................................................................................................................... 162
Traditional Installation of Shan Sawbwas (Shan Chiefs ) in Myanmar Monarchical Time
Daw Khin Htay ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 163
Color Television Receiver Fault Simulator
Benjamen R. Villfañe ............................................................................................................................................................................... 164
Feed Trials of Compounded Fish Diet Out of Corn (Zea mays) Endosperm and Dried Round Scad (Decapterus macrosoma) to the Oreochromis niloticus reared in Plastic Containers
Jiezel L. Nudalo and Serapion N. Tanduyan .................................................................................................................................. 165 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Online Enterprise: The Future of Agricultural Market a Study on the Level of Market Acceptance of Farm Market Online Application by Small-Scale Farmers in Dulag Leyte and Basey Samar and Middlemen in Tacloban City
Hasia Lynn Marie A. Castil .................................................................................................................................................................... 166
A Community Survey on Pulis Kasanggayahan’s Performance in Sorsogon Province, Philippines
Ryan V. Dio .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 167
The Computer Literacy of Selected Public and Private Secondary Schools in Camotes Islands, Central Philippines
Serapion N. Tanduyan ............................................................................................................................................................................ 168
A Review of Free Prior Informed Consent Implementation: The Case of a Large Dam Project in Iloilo, Philippines
Rhodella A. Ibabao ................................................................................................................................................................................... 169
Development of Technology Incubator LIPI in Generating Businesses through Technology Incubation
Syahrizal Maulana .................................................................................................................................................................................... 170
Implementation of the Experiential Learning Courses of the College of Teacher Education and Arts and Sciences: An Assessment
Judith S. Calamayo ................................................................................................................................................................................... 171
Building a Strong and Inclusive Relationship between Researchers in Generating Excellent Research Results
Syahrizal Maulana .................................................................................................................................................................................... 172
Voices of Indigenous Women: Empowerment Strategies in Sustainable Watershed Management in Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines
Mild R. Hombrebueno ............................................................................................................................................................................ 173
Contractualization Practices in Calbayog City
Eugene C. Calumba .................................................................................................................................................................................. 174
Accen Detection and Classificaton for Selected Filipino Dialects
Mariel Wyne D. Cristobal ...................................................................................................................................................................... 175
Innovated Multi-Purpose Drafting Instrument
Marde T. Ponce .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 176
The Culture of Bloody Cockles (Anadara antiquata Linnaeus) in Difference Water Levels at the Marine Waters of Northern Poblacion, San Francisco, Cebu
Serapion N. Tanduyan ............................................................................................................................................................................ 177
Modified RAP Mixture Containing Porac Lahar Sand as Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregates for Wearing Course Application
Jaydee Anne C. Abella ............................................................................................................................................................................. 178 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Elucidating the WIJose’s Paradigm-Based Idea Generating Process (P-BIGPro) and Its Applications
Wilfredo I. Jose ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 179
LAN Based Automated Class Scheduling System Using Naive Bayes Algorithm
Josuah Allen R. Mercado ....................................................................................................................................................................... 180
MRT Time of Arrival Prediction using Moving Average Prediction Algorithm
Jordan M. Wong ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 181
Analyzing the Development of Muscle Fatigue in Performing Laparoscopic Skills Exercises
Harold Jay M. Bolingot ........................................................................................................................................................................... 182
Regional Development Councill VII as Coordinating Body for Socio-Economic Development
Leo Jesus M. Lacaba ................................................................................................................................................................................ 183
Low-Power Design of SRAM using 8T SRAM Cell and Block Partitioning Technique Implemented in 65nm Technology
Mycel A. Capilayan ................................................................................................................................................................................... 184
The Introduction of Fover, a Mobile Application that Aims to Improve the Business Operation Between the Mabulant Food Vendors and Its End-Consumers
Maria Ana G. Javier .................................................................................................................................................................................. 185
Dissipation Induced Quantum Transport on a Finite Lattice
Roland Cristopher F. Caballar ............................................................................................................................................................. 186
Exploring Mathematics Achievement Goals Using Kolb’s Learning Style Model
Avelino G. Ignacio, Jr. ............................................................................................................................................................................... 187
Pedagogical and Practical Considerations for Designing Environmentally-friendly, Cost-saving, Socially-responsive and Culturally-appropriate Technology: Three School Project Prototypes
Ranulfo G. Galvez ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 188
Development of Biogas on Renewable Energy Storage System with Concentration of Aqueous sodium hydroxide 1.5 M
Muhammad Kismurtono ....................................................................................................................................................................... 189
STRAND 2: Eco-environmental studies and Ecological Engineering Diminutive Freshwater Fish in Sta. Cruz System, Laguna, Philippines
Loucel E. Cui ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 191
Water Quality Assessment of Rainwater Harvester from Barangay 352, Zone 35, District III Sta. Cruz, Manila
Joefreim A. Delicano ................................................................................................................................................................................ 192 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Sustainability of Community-based Domestic Water Systems in Janiuay, Iloilo
Nozel Christy A. Fabila ........................................................................................................................................................................... 193
Agricultural Land Use Change in City of Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines
Roel L. Fucio ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 194
Distribution of Mollusks and Crustaceans in Lake Lanao
Monera A. Salic-Hairulla ....................................................................................................................................................................... 195
Diversity, Uses and Economic Value of Ferns: An Instrument for Epistemological Perception
Marife M. Mustacisa ................................................................................................................................................................................ 196
Carbon Footprint Inventory of Selected Barangays of laoag City Towards the Enhancement of Extension Program of NWU
Fe B. Pungtilan ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 197
Carbon Footprint Inventory: NWU’s Benchmark for Future Alternatives
Elsie C. Pilar ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 198
Mangrove Clam (Anodontia edentula Linn. 1758) as a Resource, Food and Livelihood of Camotes Islands, Central Philippines
Serapion N. Tanduyan ............................................................................................................................................................................ 199
Soli-Soli (Typha latifolia) of Lake Danao San Francisco, Central Philippines as an Industry and as a Festival Emblem: Its Status, Processing and Proposed Conservation Options for Sustainability
Serapion Nudalo Tanduyan .................................................................................................................................................................. 200
A Preliminary Application of Mathematical Modeling to the Rainfall Data of the Weather Monitoring System of Nueva Vizcaya State University
Orville D. Hombrebueno ....................................................................................................................................................................... 201
Inventory and Characterization of Natural Fibers in the Province of Aklan
Lelisa J. Teodosio ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 202
Vittelogenin Induction on Male Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) Collected from Selected Aquaculture Areas of Taal Lake and Laguna de Bay: Indication of Exposure to Environmental Estrogen
Blesshe L. Querijero ................................................................................................................................................................................ 203
Pelagyung Tanaman: An ethnobotanical survey The use of local toponymic study in documenting early taxonomic inventory of plant names
Joel P. Mallari .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 204
Local Ecological Knowledge and Management Practices toward Labac River Resources in Indang, Cavite, Philippines
Glenn Bryana A. Creencia ..................................................................................................................................................................... 205 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Effects of Different Preparations of Annona muricata Leaves on the Biosorption of Lead, Nickel and Zinc from Aqueous Solution
Danila S. Paragas ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 206
Monte Carlo Simulation Approach to Assess the Sensitivity of Integrated Biorefineries to Climate Risks
Michael Francis D. Benjamin ............................................................................................................................................................... 207
Leaching of Nickel from Philippines’ Laterite Ore using Iota-Carrageenan
Dahlia C. Apodaca .................................................................................................................................................................................... 208
Development of a Sustainable Organic Conversion Scheme for a Rice-Based Agro-Ecosystem
Noralyn B. Legaspi ................................................................................................................................................................................... 209
Exploring the Potentials of “Kamangeg” (Dioscorea luzonensis) to Enhance Agricultural Productivity and Food Sufficiency
Noralyn B. Legaspi ................................................................................................................................................................................... 210
A Synergistic Approach for a Proactive Agricultural Monitoring and Forecasting System in the Philippines
Heidi D. Mendoza ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 211
Optimization of Soil Washing Conditions Using Chitosan for the Removal of Nickel from Nickel-Contaminated Soil
Diane Clare M. Tiongco .......................................................................................................................................................................... 212
Determinants of Unsafe Cooking Fuel Use among Households: Evidence from Indonesia
Puguh Prasetyoputra .............................................................................................................................................................................. 213
Design of Self-biased Cross Coupled Rectifier with Integrated Dual Threshold Voltage for Energy Harvesting Application
Mycel A. Capilayan ................................................................................................................................................................................... 214
Design and Development of Ferrocement Tank to Store Rainwater from Roof Catchments of Buildings
Ruel R. Cabahug ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 215
Identification and Characterization of Native Earthworm Species in the Municipality of Leon, Iloilo
Julito C. Aligaen ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 216
Social Acceptability of Phytoremediation Technology for the Rehabilitation of a Controlled Dumpsite
Jan Ramel A. Tumbaga ........................................................................................................................................................................... 217 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Insecticidal Efficacy of Hagonoy Plant (Chromolaena odorata (L.) R.M.King & H.Rob.) and ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia (Lodd.) Engl.) Against Harlequin Cockroach (Neostylopyga rhombifolia (Stoll, 1813))
Ronnel Franco G. Landrito ................................................................................................................................................................... 218
Facile and Green Biginelli Synthesis of Dihydropyrimidine Derivatives Using Protic Deep Eutectic Solvents
Patrick Jacob L. Liwag ............................................................................................................................................................................ 219
Grave Damage to Biodiversity and International Law: The South China Sea Arbitration as an Example
Alfredo C. Robles, Jr. ................................................................................................................................................................................ 220
Spatial Patterns of Epiphytic Lichens in a Frist Class Municipality: Interpolation and Contour Mapping of Relative Physical Factors, Lichen Size and Abundance
Rodney T. Cajimat ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 221
Environmental Assessment of Caluangan Lake: A Basis for Strategic Management Plan
Joyce B. Lanuza .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 222
Knowledge of Climate Change, Environmental Concern, and Stewardship among College Students
Peter R. Go-Monilla .................................................................................................................................................................................. 223
STRAND 3: HUMAN HEALTH & BIOTECHNOLOGY
Biodegradation of Rice Hulls by Isolated Soil Microorganisms from Ilocos Norte
Alice Geraldine S. Hernando ................................................................................................................................................................ 225
The Interactive Effects of Nutrition-Related Domains on the Blood Pressure of Hypertensive Filipino Street Vendors
Allan B. de Guzman ................................................................................................................................................................................. 226
A Partial Least Square (PLS) of the factors affecting the nutritional status of tricycle drivers in the Philippines
Allan B. de Guzman ................................................................................................................................................................................. 227
Nutritional Quality of Meals, Food Intake, Physical Activity, and length of stay predict institutionalized elderly’s nutritional status
Allan B. de Guzman ................................................................................................................................................................................. 228
Preliminary Evaluation of the Medicinal Uses of Aludig (Streblus asper Lour.) Through Phytochemical Screening and Antibacterial Assay
Peterson T. Apostol .................................................................................................................................................................................. 229
Medical Application for Respiratory Illnesses (MARI): An Android-based Prognosis and Symptom Checker Assistant using Naive Bayes Algorithm
Regene G. Hernandez ............................................................................................................................................................................. 230 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Global Trend on Therapeutic Inventions in Determining Pathways for New Research and Commercialisation
Harini Yaniar .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 231
Energy Drinks Consumption and Dietary Intake Predict Obesity Among Filipino University Students
Camille F. Alvarez ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 232
Utilization, Nutritional and Medicinal Properties of Lingtan Wild Mushroom (Fomitopsis pinicola) in Kayapa, Nueva Vizcaya
Noel C. Cardona, Jr. ................................................................................................................................................................................... 233
Phytochemical Analysis and Antimicrobila Property of Sili-Silu (Micromelum minutum) Stem Barks and Leaf Extract
Jessy C. Domingo ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 234
Biotechnological Applications of Bacterial Lipoproteins: Implications to Vaccine Development, Diagnostics and Recombinant Mass Production
Antonio E. Lim, Jr. ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 235
Recent Tendency of Accidents by Old and Middle Age Worker in Construction Industry
Takehiro Tanaka ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 236
Core Competencies of the Nursing Units of Hospitals Affiliated with Visayas State University, Baybay Leyte
Ana Asumpta N. Perez ............................................................................................................................................................................ 237
Antibacterial Effect of Lipang Aso (Laportea interrupta) Leaves Extract Against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Marjune Anthony T. Semilla ................................................................................................................................................................. 238
Determination of the Anesthetic Property of Anacardium occidentale Linn. (Cashew) extract as Topical Anesthetic
Ava Marie Z. Duran .................................................................................................................................................................................. 239
Emerging Medical Invention for Inclusive Development
Diah Anggraeni Jatraningrum ............................................................................................................................................................. 240
Bioactive Compounds and Cytotoxicity of Methanolic Extract from Broussonetia luzonica (Moraceae) Blanco Leaves against Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HepG2) Cell Lines and Its Formulated Oral Solution
Franelyne P. Casuga ................................................................................................................................................................................. 241
Cytotoxic and Antioxidant Activity of Brown Algae Dictyota dichotoma Ethanolic Extract
Don Carlo R. Batara ................................................................................................................................................................................. 242 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Antimicrobial Agent Potential of the Leaf Extract of Three Bamboo spp. on Four Microorganisms
Petronila E. Florendo .............................................................................................................................................................................. 243
Determination of the Anti-Diarrheal Property of Kalachuchi (Plumeria acuminata Fam. Apocynaceae) Leave Extract in Albino Rats
Alyssa G. Cipriano .................................................................................................................................................................................... 244
Evaluation of the Pediculicidal Activity of Ethanolic Extract from the Leaves of Sambong Blumea balsamifera L. DC. (Asteraceae)
Charlene A. Vergara ................................................................................................................................................................................. 245
Validation and Preformulation of Antibacterial Topical Cream from Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus Pleurotaceae) against Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermides and Streptococcus pyogenes
Kathlyn Joy C. Atangan ........................................................................................................................................................................... 246
The Potentials of Areca Nut (Areca catechu L.) Extract as Counterstain in Gram Staining Reaction
Mary Angel P. Casica ............................................................................................................................................................................... 247
The Schistosomiasis Problem in the Philippines as of 2015
Bayani L. Blas ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 248
Comparative Studies on In Vitro Coagulating Ability of Five Common Household Vegetables Extracts
Bea Nicole C. Reyes .................................................................................................................................................................................. 249
Assessment of the Antioxidant and Hypolipidemic Acitivity of Artocarpus ovatus Blanco (Moraceae) leaf extract
Joseph Mari B. Querequincia ............................................................................................................................................................... 250
STRAND 4: One Health: Connecting Human, Animal, and Ecosystems Health Ecotoxicological and Histopathological Analysis of Juvenile Oreochromis niloticus Exposed to Municipal Wastewater
Vince Jethro B. Alba ................................................................................................................................................................................. 252
Pesticide Residue Assessment in Human Blood (Organophosphate-OP and Carbamate-CM) using Cholinesterase Reactive Paper
Julito C. Aligaen ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 253
The Indigenous Food Plants of Ilocos Norte: Ethnobotanical Survey and Habitat Characterization
Menisa A. Antonio .................................................................................................................................................................................... 254 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Influence of Cooking Antibiotic Residues in Broiler Meat
Rosalina R. Atos ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 255
The Indicator of Heavy Metals Content in Hard Clam (Bivalvia) Common in Myeik Estuarine Areas
Aung Aung Aye .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 256
Infodemiology of Rabies in the Philippines using Google Trends
DJ Darwin R. Bandoy .............................................................................................................................................................................. 257
Fermented Feeds with Commercial Probiotic Preparation on Growth Performance, Meat Quality and Economic Viability of Pigs
Ma. Asuncion G. Beltran ........................................................................................................................................................................ 258
Screening of Choramphenicol and Tetracycline Residues in Poultry Tissues Sold in Bacoor
Brian Keith R. Bernal .............................................................................................................................................................................. 259
Nursery Rearing of Black Lip Pearl Oyster Pinctada margaritifera Fed with Different Micro-algal Species
Jesus E. Bream ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 260
Philippine Spent Coffee Grounds as a Functional Ingredient in Cappuccino Cookies
Candace Paula C.S. Chua ........................................................................................................................................................................ 261
Radical Scavenging Activity and Antimicrobial Efficiency of Ethanolic Extract of Bignay (Antidesma bunius (L.) Spreng.) in Meatloaf
Joshua Miguel M. Cruz ............................................................................................................................................................................ 262
Study on Risk and New WBGT Estimation of Accident by Heatstroke in Construction Industry of Japan
Takehiro Tanaka ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 263
Ecosystem Health of Myeik Archipelago, Southern Coast of Myanmar
Nang Mya Han ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 264
Comparative Study on the Decalcification Rate of Different Concentration of Commercially Available Muriatic Acid
Alice Geraldine S. Hernando ................................................................................................................................................................ 265
Histopathological Effect of Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) Crude Peel extract on the Ovary of the White Mice (Mus musculus domesticus)
Alice Geraldine S. Hernando ................................................................................................................................................................ 266
Strategy of Technology Transfer Acceleration in Food Safety Sector through Technopark Development towards Inclusive Development
Diah Anggraeni Jatraningrum ............................................................................................................................................................. 267 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Quality Determination of Apis mellifera L. Honeys from Puerto Princesa, Palawan
Analinda C. Manila-Fajardo .................................................................................................................................................................. 268
Marketability of 5-Gallon Bottled Water versus Tap Drinking Water Based on Cost, Taste, Convenience, and Perceived Quality to Family Households in Downtown Tacloban
Matthew C. Matienzo .............................................................................................................................................................................. 269
Determination and Evaluation of the Wound Healing Property of Corn oil (Zea mays) F. Poaceae
Alvin B. Naguna, Jr. ................................................................................................................................................................................... 270
Anthelmintic Property of Leaf Extracts from Selected Plants against Haemonchus contortus in Goats (Capra hircus)
Cesar V. Ortinero ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 271
The Maquinit Hot Spring, Busuanga Island, Coron, Palawan: The Wonders of Its Microbes Against Important Pathogen and its Biodiversity
Irene A. Papa .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 272
Toxcicity Testing, Proximate Nutritional Analysis and Documentation of the Traditional Ilocano Household Use of the Native Rosel (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) Seeds as Potential Alternative Food Source
Mercita Q. Queddeng .............................................................................................................................................................................. 273
Dragon fruit (Hylocereus polyrhizus) Peels: A Potential Functional Food Ingredient
Aitee Janelle E. Reterta .......................................................................................................................................................................... 274
Isolation and Purification of Lactic Acid Bacteria Producing Bile Salt Hydrolase from Philippine Bulgarian murrah Rumen and Determination of its Cholesterol Lowering Properties
Myla R. Santiago ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 275
Exploring Mothers’ Knowledge of Plant-Derived Remedies in North-Eastern, Mindanao, Philippines against Schistosomiasis
Jesucita Lao Sodusta ............................................................................................................................................................................... 276
Documenting the fraudulent use of jobus in food fishes sold in the Philippine public markets and exposing its potential public and environmental health risks
Yusuf A. Sucol ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 277
Nutritional and Antinutritional Characteristics of Vegan Sausages Prepared from Germinated Black Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.)
Kerstin Marie V. Velasco ........................................................................................................................................................................ 278
Assessment of Rapid Detection Tools for Residues of Organophosphates and Carbamates on Eggplant
Eric Jhon DG. Cruz .................................................................................................................................................................................... 279 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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STRAND 5: Gender Integration and Mainstreaming in S&T Innovations Extent of Implementation of the Violence Against Women and Children of Law Enforcement Offices in Calbayog City
Eugene C. Calumba .................................................................................................................................................................................. 281
Empowering Women and Achieving Gender Equality to the Sustainable Development in the Context of Myanmar
Ni Ni Hlaing ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 282
A Gender-Responsive Value Chain Analysis of the Rock Oyster Home-based Industry in Samar
Kim Arianne Zarzua ................................................................................................................................................................................ 283
STRAND 6: Disaster Risk Reduction of Natural Disasters caused by Climate Change, Earthquake, and Tsunami Do Local and National Governments Promote Human Security and Resilience After Disasters? Lessons from Haiyan (Yolanda)
Maria Ela L. Atienza ................................................................................................................................................................................ 285
Economic and Social Perspectives for Developing Flood Risk Reduction Framework in Bucal, Halang and Pansol, Calamba City, Laguna, Philippines
Allaine T. Baaco ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 286
Evaluation of Steel Inductance for a Non-invasive Steel Quality Sensing Device
Lex Bryan B. Bangot ................................................................................................................................................................................ 287
Children’s Coping Mechanisms 100 Days after Typhoon Yolanda: Basis for K + 12 Curriculum Integration of Disaster Risk Reduction
Amelia M. Bonotan .................................................................................................................................................................................. 288
Strain Gauge Sensor Based for Low Cost Structural Health Monitoring Using Wireless Network
Nikko Ardel P. Floretes .......................................................................................................................................................................... 289
From Research to Policy: Enhancing Resilience During an Extreme Flood
Ruth U. Gamboa ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 290
Disaster Preparedness in Flood-Prone Areas in CAMANAVA, Bulacan, and Pampanga: Basis for Community-Based Approaches to Disaster Mitigation
Ma. Joycelyn A. Go-Monilla ................................................................................................................................................................... 291
Bohol Earthquale: Efficient Respones and Gender Mainstreaming in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management
Pedro G. Jayectin ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 292 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Intensity-Duration Rainfall Thresholds for the Initiation of Deep-seated Slope Movements in Dynaslope Sites
Leodegario U. Lorenzo ........................................................................................................................................................................... 293
“Making Resilient Cities”: Assessment of Three Cities in Metro Manila
Andres Winston C. Oreta ....................................................................................................................................................................... 294
Vulnerability Assessment of the Urban Water Supply System of Davao City, Southern Philippines
Ludivina M. Porticos ............................................................................................................................................................................... 295
Disaster Preparedness and PTSD Vulnerability
Marietta B. Rasonabe ............................................................................................................................................................................. 296
Improving Subsurface Tilt Measurement for Landslide Monitoring Using an Iterative Method for Computing Calibration Parameters
Kennex H. Razon ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 297
A Study on the Disaster Preparedness of Regular Employees of National Executive Departments in Tacloban City
Ma. Ciara Lyzza B. Ricafort ................................................................................................................................................................... 298
Dynamic Properties of Soil as Influence by Organic and Conventional Vegetable Cropping Systems
Ronald D. Superioridad ......................................................................................................................................................................... 299
Disaster Knowledge and Preparedness in Rural Residents
Maricel M. Tizon ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 300
Framework of Disaster Preparedness Among Coastal Communities in Davao City, Philippines
Moises C. Torrentira, Jr. .......................................................................................................................................................................... 301
Mobile Robot Decision Making Using Behaviour Tree
Arnel D. Zamayla ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 302
ASEAN Platform of Geospatial & Space Technologies for Disaster Risk Management
Hiroyuki Miyazaki .................................................................................................................................................................................... 303
POSTER SESSION 2
STRAND 1: Re-engineering Research (In the humanities, Social Sciences, and Governance and Education) Towards Inclusive Growth Community Funds of Knowledge as Basis for a Place-Based Environmental Science Education Program for Dumpsite School Children
Franz Ian D. Solomon .............................................................................................................................................................................. 305 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Natural History and the Philippine Nation
Ruel V. Pagunsan ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 306
Study on the Impact of Salary Standardization Law of 2016 on the Enrollees in Education Courses in Leyte Normal University (LNU)
Bryan Christian C. Ricalde .................................................................................................................................................................... 307
Evaluation of Music Features and Statistical Pattern Recognition Classifiers: A Supervised Learning Towards Music Genre-Era Classification
Edmarc B. Arucan .................................................................................................................................................................................... 308
Developing New Patterns and Designs for the Local Weaving Industry in Paoay, Ilocos Norte
Lawrence A. Eclarin ................................................................................................................................................................................ 309
Development of Analyzer Based Power Factor Correction Device
Lady Ann M. Fabillar ............................................................................................................................................................................... 310
Psycological Well-Being of Street Children in Catbalogan City
Lady Ann M. Fabillar ............................................................................................................................................................................... 311
Web-based GIS Ancestral Domain Management Using Pull Technology
Vicente A. Pitogo ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 312
A Study on Relationship between Customer Co-Creation Strategy and Senseware for Realization of SOCIETY 5.0
Toru Fujii ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 313
Study on New Smart City Standpoint from Business Continuity Management in Japan
Wu Huiyan and Takehiro Tanaka ..................................................................................................................................................... 314
Wings of Benevolence: The Introduction of Man-Powered Flight and Aviation in the Philippines, 1909-1919
Patrick John F. Mansujeto .................................................................................................................................................................... 315
A Statistical Analysis on Estimating the Exchange Rate of the Philippines
Jackie D. Urrutia ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 316
Determinants of Farmers’ Demand for Rice Crop Insurance in the Ilocos Region, Philippines
Glo Ann N. Balcita ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 317
Conservation by Liberation: The Sanctuary of San Roque Cathedral, Caloocan
Demetrio C. Alcaraz, Jr. ........................................................................................................................................................................... 318
The Voice of Families Living Under The Mactan Bridge, Cebu: Calling for Immediate Social and Economic Assistance
Amelia M. Bonotan .................................................................................................................................................................................. 319 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Living with the Albularyos in Selected Areas of Las Piñas City
Jonathan R. Adanza ................................................................................................................................................................................. 320
Water on Bicol West Coast as Material and Non-Material Culture
Sherill A. Gilbas ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 321
Framed, Located, and Profiled: Framing Overseas Filipino Care Workers in Crime News Published in Pinoy-ofw.com and Inquirer.net
Brian S. Bantugan ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 322
Ancient Goldworking in Butuan: An Archaeology of a Pre-Colonial Science and Technology
Victor P. Estrella ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 323
Codifying and Intellectualizing the Base of Life: Towards a Development of a Preliminary Glossary of the Habits, Customs, and Festivities in the Philippines
Imelda P. De Castro .................................................................................................................................................................................. 324
Satirical Techniques and Tropes in the Novels of Merlinda Bobis: A Call for Change
Sherill A. Gilbas ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 325
Rose Petal Marmalade: Its Acceptability and Edibility Level
Apriel Aura A. Cacho ............................................................................................................................................................................... 326
Loboc River Balsa: Hope to a Waning Rondalla
Pedro G. Jayectin ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 327
Farmers’ Satisfaction on National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Services in Sorsogon
Graham M. Naz .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 328
Students’ Viewpoints on Mathematics Courses in Engineering: A Basis for Improvement
Avelino G. Ignacio, Jr. ............................................................................................................................................................................... 329
E-Government as a Tool to Monitor Government Accountability
Maria Pilar M. Lorenzo .......................................................................................................................................................................... 330
Becoming Teacher-Writers of Mother Tongue Books in an Indigenous Cultural Community
Mari Mercedes E. Arzadon ................................................................................................................................................................... 331
Naturalizing Spaces: Traditions of Dehumanizing Spaces and The Concept of Nature
Vincent M. Oville ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 332
Ang Wika sa Pampaaralang Espasyo: Tanawing Pangwika sa Apat na Kampus ng Sorsogon Staste College
Led D. Encinares ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 333 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Using Soft Systems Approach to Examine Technology Transfer of Seaweed Tissue Culture in Indonesia
P. Alamsyah ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 334
Market Analysis for Innovation Products Using Ethnographic Market Approach
Anang Hidayat ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 335
Emerging of Science Technology Park to Enhance Regional Economy through Strategic Alliances
Tommy Hendrix ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 336
Progressive Introduction of Free Education in Japan and Korea: a Strategy for Sustainable Development against Birth-rate and Population Decline in the Future of Asian countries
Akio Watanabe .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 337
Study on Risk Management of PFI in Vietnam and Japan
Takehiro Tanaka ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 338
The Suitability of the Mapa ng Loob Personality Inventory among Adults Lower in Educational Attainment and Socioeconomic Status (ALEASES)
Gregorio E. H. del Pilar ........................................................................................................................................................................... 339
Framing Water Conflict at the Tigum-Aganan Watershed in Central Philippines
Rhodella A. Ibabao ................................................................................................................................................................................... 340
From Physical to Human Development: An Integrated Strategy towards Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
Choerunisa Noor Syahid ....................................................................................................................................................................... 341
Historical Formative Process and Present Subjects of Siem Reap Central Area
Chihiro Kuroiwa ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 342
Diffusion of Innovation in Technology Incubators As Part of the Innovation National Agency Towards Inclusive Development
V. Susirani Kusumaputri ........................................................................................................................................................................ 343
Ang Nasod Sulod sa Atong mga Balak (The Nation in Our Poems): The Filipino Nation in Cebuano Modern Poetry from Sa Atong Dila: Introduction to Visayan Literature (Edited by Merlie Alunan)
Lady Flor N. Partosa ................................................................................................................................................................................ 344
An Assessment of the Implementation Aspect of the Engineering Research and Development for Technology Local Graduate Scholarship: The Case of the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Engineering
Pepito T. Dizon ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 345
Poverty and Food Insecurity and the Overcoming Efforts in Indonesia
Rita Nur Suhaeti ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 346 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Fostering Innovation for the Inclusive Growth: Technology Licensing’s Role of Center for Innovation
Yovita Isnasari ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 347
Online Shopping Buying Behavior Using Social Media of the NwSSU Students
Eugene C. Calumba .................................................................................................................................................................................. 348
Mini Alternating Current Generator Using Heat of Candles
Froilan D. Mobo ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 349
A Critique to Inclusive Urban Development: From the Informal Settlements of Lusaka and Jakarta
Norihisa Shima .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 350
Bird Music-Dance Traditions as Expressions of Indigenous Place-Making in Select Asian Countries
Maria Christine Muyco ........................................................................................................................................................................... 351
STRAND 2: Eco-environmental studies and Ecological Engineering
Adaptation Strategies of Vegetables Farmers Experiencing Climate Occurrences in Paoay, Atok, Benguet
Felisa L. Malabayabas ............................................................................................................................................................................. 353
Level of Knowledge on Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction Management of the Municipality of Tingloy, Batangas
Anita P. Aquino .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 354
Climate Change Coping Mechanisms of the Upland Communities of Agoo, La Union: Basis for an Intervention Program
Flordiliza B. Dalumay ............................................................................................................................................................................. 355
Environmental Sustainability Practices in Samar State University, Philippines
Juniel B. Tagarino ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 356
Training of Barangay Officials on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management and Climate Change Adaptation
Anita P. Aquino .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 357
Rice Farmers’ Knowledge of Climate Change and Adaptation Practices in Low-Lying Municipality in Leyte, Philippines
Lilibeth Gatela Miralles .......................................................................................................................................................................... 358
Environmental Conservation and Restoration of the Volcanic Crater Lakes and a Sagpond, Habitats of the Spirulina in Myanmar
Thura Oo ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 359 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Preliminary Assessment of Tourism and Fishery Benefits of Marine Protected Area of Barangay Hugom, San Juan, Batangas
Angelica A. Macalalad ............................................................................................................................................................................. 360
Activated Carbon from Swietenia Mahogany and Its Application for Chromium(VI) Removal
Angelica A. Macalalad ............................................................................................................................................................................. 361
A Comparative Study on Water Access of Urban Poor Relocation Communities in Iloilo City
Ena Eloisa B. Manlapig ........................................................................................................................................................................... 362
Analyzing Water Administration Performance: A Comparative Study of Select Barangay Water and Sanitation Associations (BWSAs) in Zarraga, Iloilo
Zennie P. Napatotan ................................................................................................................................................................................ 363
Level of Awareness and Willingness of Residents of Selected Barangays in Bauan, Batangas to Participate on the San Pablo de Bauan Marine Protected Area (MPA) Program
Jodi Belina A. Bejer .................................................................................................................................................................................. 364
Post-Haiyan Livelihood Matching and Resource Allocation Management for the Fisher Folks that will be Affected by the Upcoming Closed Season of Cancabato Bay, Tacloban City
Marc Jason L. Macabenta ...................................................................................................................................................................... 365
Institutional Hierarchy Analysis of Property Rights to Surface Water in the Philippines
Joy C. Lizada ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 366
Assessment of Heavy Metals in Seawater and Sediments from Balayan Bay, Philippines
Reygan H. Sangalang ............................................................................................................................................................................... 367
The Politics of Water Conflict: Conflict Resolution Mechanisms of Barangay Water and Sanitation Associations (BWSAs) in the Municipality of Santa Barbara, Iloilo
John Mark C. Calves ................................................................................................................................................................................. 368
An Experimental Study on the Geotechnical Properties of Dredged Materials from Pasig River
Ryan A. Ramirez ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 369
Water Politics: The Influence of Power Politics in Accessing Domestic Water in Hamtic and Sibalom, Antique
Emmanuel C. Aller ................................................................................................................................................................................... 370
Assessment on the Effectiveness of Photocatalytic Finish Coat Through the Addition of Titanium Dioxide on Cement-Based Plaster
Marita Grace G. Moog ............................................................................................................................................................................. 371 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Growth and Survival of Mangium (Acacia mangium willd.) Seedlings Grown in Mine Pit Soils in the Nursery
Yolina T. Castaneto ................................................................................................................................................................................... 372
Heavy Metal Concentrations in Soils and Plants Parts of Mangifera indica L. Around an Economic Zone in the Municipalit of Rosario, Cavite, Philippines
Leny A. Saldo .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 373
Morphological and Chemical Characterization and Assessment of Genetic Diversity of Native Yam (Dioscorea sp.) Germplasm Collections Conserved at the National Plant Genetic Resources Laboratory
Maria Lea H. Villavicencio .................................................................................................................................................................... 374
Biodiversity of Aklan River System: The Taxonomical Classification of Fish amd Crustaceans
Elsa I. Abayon ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 375
Characteristics of Soils for Natural Fibers in the Province of Aklan
Lelisa J. Teodosio ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 376
Diversity of Microalgae from Fish Cage and Non-Fish Cage Areas in Talisay, Batangas
Amor P. Magtibay ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 377
Week-Ahead Load Forecasting Using Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network for a Power Utility
Lemuel Clark P. Velasco ......................................................................................................................................................................... 378
Socio-Environmental Agent-Based Simulation on the Livability of Two Mega Cities
Juvyneil E. Cartel ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 379
Solid Waste Management of Talipapa Market in Barangay San Policarpio, Calbayog City
Eugene C. Calumba .................................................................................................................................................................................. 380
Detection of Methyl Orange Using Silver Nanowires (AgNWs) as Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) Substrate
Laureen Ida Ballesteros ......................................................................................................................................................................... 381
Pineapple and Water Hyacinth Fibers Blended with Polyester with Polypyrrole as Energy Storage Devices
David Joseph G. Alzate ........................................................................................................................................................................... 382
Evaluation of Electrocatalytic Activity of PtCo Supported on Polyaniline/Graphene Oxide and Polypyrrole/Graphene Oxide as Cathode Catalysts Towards Oxygen Reduction Reaction for Direct Ethanol Fuel Cell Application
Bernard John V. Tongol .......................................................................................................................................................................... 383
Marine Plant Resources in Beach Resorts in Pacijan Island, Central Philippines
Serapion N. Tanduyan ............................................................................................................................................................................. 384 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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In situ Monitoring of Genotoxic Pollution in Laguna de Bay using Micronucleus Assay in Peripheral Erythrocytes of Tilapia (Orecochromis niloticus)
Kimberly B. Benjamin ............................................................................................................................................................................ 385
Utilization of Geographical Indication for Enhancing Competitiveness of Local Products
Syahrizal Maulana .................................................................................................................................................................................... 386
Monitoring Heavy Metal Contamination Using Environmental Magnetic Proxies
Melanio Louie G. Cunanan .................................................................................................................................................................... 387
Pineapple-Polyester Blended Fabrics Coated with Carbon and Polyaniline for Energy Storage Devices
Felicidad Christina R. Ramirez ........................................................................................................................................................... 388
Controlling the growth of zinc sulfide for acetic acid sensing application
Amber Dea Marie V. Peguit .................................................................................................................................................................. 389
Future Prediction of Carbon Dioxide Emission in Tokyo Given by Spread of Zero Energy Apartment Buildings
Tomoya Okishio ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 390
Geotechnical and Ecological Engineering Aspect of the Coastal Environments of Myanmar
Thura Oo ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 391
Analyzing Water Administration Performance: A Comparative Study of Select Barangay Water and Sanitation Associations (BWSAs) in Zarraga, Iloilo
Zennie P. Napatotan ................................................................................................................................................................................ 392
Post Disaster Accountability in Shelter Delivery
Ladylyn Lim Mangada ............................................................................................................................................................................ 393
Week-Ahead Load Forecasting Using Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network for a Power Utility
Lemuel Clark P. Velasco ......................................................................................................................................................................... 394
Synthesis and Characterization of Room-temperature Ionic Liquids with Tris (pentafluoroethyl) trifluorophosphate (FAP) Anions
Imee Su Martinez ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 395
Fabrication and Characterization of SnO2 Nanofibre for DSSC Application
Yin Maung Maung .................................................................................................................................................................................... 396
Cr(VI) Adsorption by Lumbang-Derived Activated Carbon/Chitosan Composite Crosslinked with Epichlorohydrin
Nelson R. Villarante ................................................................................................................................................................................. 397
The Value of Mangroves as Bioshield against the November 2013 Haiyan Surge in Tacloban City, Philippines
Drandreb Earl O. Juanico ...................................................................................................................................................................... 398 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Extraction and Purification of Pectin from Fruit Peel Wastes of Selcted Philipine Fruits
Monet M. Loquias ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 399
Effect of Sintering Temperature on the Rolled Copper-Sheathed Monofilament MgB2 Superconducting Wire
Satrio Herbirowo ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 400
Formation of Hydroxyapatite Powders from Eggshells by Wet Chemical Precipitation Method
Than H. Win ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 401
CFD Analysis of Japanese Vernacular Architecture in the Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go considering Regional Topography
Yuki Ogawa .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 402
Investigation and Assessment of Implementation on The Next Generation Energy and Social System Model in Japan
Weijun Gao .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 403
Fuzzy comprehensive evaluation model of urban water security from urban resilient perspective--a case study of sponge city
Y. Su, W.J. Gao and D.J. Guan ................................................................................................................................................................. 404
Steady Increase in Electricity in the ASEAN Residential Sector
Kazuhiro Fukuyo ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 405
STRAND 3: HUMAN HEALTH AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
To Bt or not to Bt: An Analysis of News Readers’ Comments on the Debate on Bt Talong (Eggplant) Testing in the Philippines
Teresa S. Congjuico .................................................................................................................................................................................. 407
Effects of Drying at Varying Temperature and Time on The Properties of Lato (Caulerpa Lentillifera)
Shirley G. Cabrera .................................................................................................................................................................................... 408
Incidence, Etiology and Severity of Childhood Pneumonia in a Filipino Cohort
Raita Tamaki ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 409
Lead, Cadmium and Bacterial Determination in Kangkong (Ipomoea aquatica) Sold in Selected Markets of Bacoor City
Kristine R. Dela Cruz ............................................................................................................................................................................... 410
Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam) Seed Starch Extract as a PotentiaL Serum Gel Separator and Its Effect on Glucose and Cholesterol Testing
Clifford Neil C. Rebojo ............................................................................................................................................................................ 411 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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“Of Practices and Predictors in responding to ARI Episodes”: Community Patterns of Health Seeking Behaviors in Biliran Island, Philippines Mark Donald C. Reñosa .......................................................................................................................................................................... 412 Antibiotic Resistance of Vibrio spp. isolated from shrimp farms in the Philippines
Mary Beth B. Maningas .......................................................................................................................................................................... 413
Filipino Women’s Awareness and Beliefs on Cervical Cancer and Papanicolaou Test
Juniel B. Tagarino ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 414
Modelling the frequency response of human cochlea to induced defect
Elexis Mae A. Torres ................................................................................................................................................................................ 415
Mobile Wireless Sensor Network: A tool for Network-based Virtual Reality in Fitness Center
Mark Phil B. Pacot .................................................................................................................................................................................... 416
Examining the Relationship of Daily Money Allowance, Sugar-sweetened Beverages Consumption, and Level of Nutrition Knowledge on the Nutritional Status Among a Select Group of Filipino Adolescents
Beatrice Joy C. Fuertes ........................................................................................................................................................................... 417
The Role of Alcohol Consumption, Food Intake, and Physical Activity on the Prevalence of Obesity Among Filipino Call Center Agents
Patrick Venjoe R. Calingasan ............................................................................................................................................................... 418
The Impact of Nutrition Education on University Students` Knowledge and Intake of Street Foods
Vera Lynne M. Ramos ............................................................................................................................................................................. 419
Factors Affecting the Nutritional Status of Congenitally Blind Filipino Children in an Institutional Setting
Justine Joy O. Balondo ............................................................................................................................................................................ 420
The Predictive Effect of Sugar to Dietary Intake and Lifestyle Factors among Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Eliza Bianca N. Nazal .............................................................................................................................................................................. 421
Factors Affecting the Nutritional Status of Filipino Elderly in HomeCare Settings
Patrick Francis V. Guevara .................................................................................................................................................................... 422
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Obesity Among Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in the Philippines
Ellen Joy O. Adviento ............................................................................................................................................................................... 423
Examining the relationship of nutrition literacy and daily food allowance to the nutritional status of a select group of farmers in the Philippines
Jirah Asa M. Sideco .................................................................................................................................................................................. 424 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Biological Properties of Different Extracts Derived from Body Wall and Cuvierian Tubules of Pearsonothuria graeffei Semper (Black-Spotted Sea Cucumber)
John Raymund D. Torres ....................................................................................................................................................................... 425
Correlates of Malnutrition Among Depressed Filipino Elderly in an Institutionalized Setting: A Partial Least Square Study
Allan B. de Guzman ................................................................................................................................................................................. 426
Effect of the Ethanolic Extract of Tinospora sinensis (Menispermaceae) Stems on Dinitrofluorobenzene (DNFB)-induced Contact Hypersensitivity in Mice
Agnes L. Castillo ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 427
Common Health Problems of Filipino Overseas Household Service Workers: Implications for Wellness
Veronica E. Ramirez ................................................................................................................................................................................ 428
Characterization and Stability Studies on the Larvicidal and Ovicidal Activities of Anacardium occidentale (Cashew) Shell Wastes
Rosalinda C. Torres .................................................................................................................................................................................. 429
Biodegradation of Rice Hulls by Isolated Soil Microorganisms from Ilocos Norte
Alice Geraldine S. Hernando ................................................................................................................................................................ 430
Review of the Phytochemical, Pharmacological and Toxicological Properties of Punica granatum L., Fruit Juice
Anna Muriel T. Jacinto ............................................................................................................................................................................ 431
Physical Activity, Health and Nutritional Status of Selected Business Process Outsourcing Employees: A Comparison
Vanessa Ley T. Reyes ............................................................................................................................................................................... 432
Risk factors associated with the development of sarcopenia among a select group of community dwelling Filipino elderly
Allan B. de Guzman ................................................................................................................................................................................. 433
Aphrodisiac Property of Porcupine (Hystrix javanica F. Cuvier, 1823) Tail Meat Ethanol Extract in Male Mice
Syahfitri Anita ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 434
Hepatotoxicity of (+)-2,2’-Episitoskirin A from Endophytic Fungus Diaporthe sp. In Gambir Plant (Uncaria gambir Robx.) for Mice
Ni Luh Putu Rischa Phadmacanty ..................................................................................................................................................... 435
Actinomycetes Isolated from Agricultural Soil in Bukidnon with Anti-microbial Activity Against Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus
Eldrin DLR. Arguelles ............................................................................................................................................................................. 436 14-16 June 2017, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City, Philippines
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Isolation and Characterization of Soy Protein for Soy Protein Nanoparticles Synthesis
Dyanne Jane C. Duldulao ................................................................................................................................................... 437
Partial Least Square Regression Modeling of the Factors Affecting the Risk for Obesity of Graveyard Shift Call Center Agents
Richie Mae U. Abache ............................................................................................................................................................................. 438
Global Trend on Antimicrobial Inventions Versus Antimicrobial Resistance
Adityo Wicaksono .................................................................................................................................................................................... 439
Microencapsulation of Lactic Acid Bacteria from Carabao’s Milk Conferring Galactosidase Activity and Probiotic Property Using Coconut Oil Bodies
Dabin Yoo .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 440
Author Index ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 441
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THE BODY AND THE WOUND: SOME REFLECTIONS ON THE MEANING OF RESEARCH AND THE HUMAN BEING Dr. Anthony M. Juan, Jr. University of Notre Dame United States of America
The paper will explore the interconnectivity between performance arts and research: “culture as research” and “research as culture,” knowledge through creative research into human development; scientific invention and cultural innovation; applied research methods in performance such as performance ethnology, theatre history and cultural history. The paper will examine the lack of and emphasize the urgent need for a cooperation between sciences and the arts towards humane development in a world faced with crises and global indifference, and articulate the Performing and Film Arts as agents in helping connect the disciplines of scientific research and creative research, and performance as a source of information and human narratives, that may, in turn, inspire the scientist into finding more meaning in his research towards humane development. BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH
Internationally recognized for his work that often challenges convention, stunning visual poetry, and language in space, playwright and director Anton Juan is a Tenured Full Professor and Theatre director at the University of Notre Dame du Lac in the USA. He completed his Ph.D. in Semiotics at the Kapodistrian and Panhellenic University of Athens. To honor his contributions to the arts, Juan has been knighted twice by the French government, receiving the Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et Lettres in 1992 and the Chevalier de l’Ordre National de Merit in 2002. He received the Alexander Onassis International Award for Theatre (Playwriting), and the Special Jury Prize for Screenplay from the CineManila International Film Festival. Beyond his work at Notre Dame, Juan is also the founding Artistic Director of the Step of Angels Theatre in Athens, Greece and was the Director-General of Dulaang UP, University of the Philippines, where he has taught at the Departments of Speech Communication and Theatre Arts, English and Comparative Literature, and European Languages. He was also the Fellow for Drama at the Creative Writing Center of UP. Earlier known as the “enfant-terrible” of Philippine Theatre, Juan’s visually poetic and expressive physical style of theatre has certainly created an impact on his audiences and recent generations of artists of the Philippines as well as on artists and students in other countries where he has taught. To Juan’s disciplined mentorship is credited the success of many emergent directors, actors, and playwrights. His students have won awards for Playwriting, Acting, and Directing both nationally and internationally. Juan was selected as one of the 100 Philippine Artists awarded the CCP Philippine Centennial Honors for the Arts, who have contributed significantly to and made an impact on the evolution of Philippine culture. He has also received the Balagtas Award from the National Writers’ Union of the Philippines for his body of works, and has won several Playwriting awards from the Carlos Palanca Literary Awards. Juan has received Fellowships and Awards from prestigious institutions, among them the RockefellerBellagio Foundation Fellowship for senior artists, the Fulbright Foundation, Hitachi Foundation of Japan, Jack Lang Scholarship in France, Asian Cultural Council in New York, the Association of French Artists and the Ministry of Culture of France, the Ministry of Education of Greece, and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the British Council.
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PREPARING FOR THE BIG ONE: THE CASE OF THE GREATER METRO MANILA AREA Renato U. Solidum, Jr.
Undersecretary Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
The Philippines is highly prone to various geologic hazards, including earthquakes and tsunamis because of its geologic and geographic setting. For the past 400 years, ~ 90 destructive earthquakes and ~ 40 tsunami events have affected the country. Large earthquake and tsunami events have caused significant loss of lives and properties and heavily impacted the economy of the country. These losses still happen despite the advances in science and engineering. Large cities, with its dense population and infrastructure, are at risk to strong earthquakes. Preparedness, mitigation and response efforts must be enhanced to significantly reduce the risk from earthquakes. Key to timely and proper efforts by various sectors of society is appropriate disaster imagination, where hazard and impact scenarios are defined for different magnitude of events, clearly communicated to all sectors, and appreciated and used in plans and actions at the individual, family, community, organization, local and national levels, that are aligned and complementary. Hazard and impact scenarios for Metro Manila and surrounding provinces from a strong earthquake from the Valley Fault System, named by the media as the “Big One” have been developed and publicized. The scenarios indicate tens of thousands of deaths, hundreds of thousands injured, 8-13% of residential, public and mid-rise building stock heavily damaged or collapsed, lifeline facilities affected. Since most of the country’s government and business operations are concentrated in the metropolis, the effect on governance and business may consequently be felt all over. The potential disaster has raised the awareness of and concern by various sectors. Efforts must be enhanced to develop national government and business resilience to strong earthquakes, improve building and infrastructure earthquake resistance, improve risk and emergency management, improve community disaster management, and promote research and development in risk assessment, building construction, and instrumentation for monitoring and response. Reducing the impact of extreme events such as a large earthquake requires extreme preparedness involving a whole of society approach, from individual, family, community, organization to local and national government level. Keywords: earthquake; disaster imagination; resilience; disaster management; preparedness
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Dr. Solidum was recently appointed as DOST Undersecretary for Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change and concurrently the officer-in-charge of Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology.
His most recent recognitions include, Distinguished Achievement Award, The Honors Society of Phi Kappa Phi University of the Philippines (2013), Presidential Gawad CES, Career Executive Service Board, Philippines (2011), and Excellence Award for Government Service, Philippine Federation of Professional Associations (2010).
He is an active member of the Geological Society of the Philippines (Past President, 2004) Member, the International Association of Volcanology and Chemistry of the Earth’s Interior, (Member of Executive Committee, 2003-2007), the National Research Council of the Philippines (Regular Member, Division of Earth and Space Sciences), and a Trustee of Philippine Society of Youth Science Clubs (2007 – present). He has over 50 local and international publications.
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DISASTER RISK REDUCTION IN NEPAL: ITS RETROSPECT AND PROSPECT Dr. Jiba Raj Pokharel
Nepal Academy of Sciences and Technology
Nepal suffers from different disasters every year. They are fire, flood, landslide, thunderstorms that occur annually. While a high magnitude earthquake occurs in Nepal every 75 to 100 years and medium one every 50 years. Nepal was one of the first countries in South Asia to enact a legislation entitled Natural Calamity Relief Act in the year 1982. But it focuses on post disaster phenomenon only thereby giving very little or no emphasis on Preparedness. A comprehensive Act encompassing all the phases of Disaster Cycle has been prepared but it has yet to be passed from the Parliament. The Nepal Reconstruction Authority has been recently criticized for not delivering in time. This has been attributed to a rather fluid political situation in Nepal. The earthquake victims are languishing in the temporary shelter even after two years of the occurrence of the earthquake. The number of deaths in Nepal following disaster compared to the number of affected persons is still higher in the region. This shows that the disaster risk reduction mechanism needs lot of improvement. The improvement needs to be made in several fronts but the one in the institutional framework is very glaring. This paper seeks to highlight on the approaches undertaken in the past, stories of success and failure and what should be done in the future in order to address the problems of the disaster vulnerable Nepal. Keywords: Disasters, fire, earthquake, landslide, Reconstruction
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Dr. Pokharel is a retired professor of Architecture and Urban Planning. He is now the Vice Chancellor of Nepal Academy of Science and Technology. His research is in the area of Disaster Risk Reduction Technologies specially focused on Rural Areas of Nepal. The notable ones are the fire resistant, landslide prevention and earthquake damping technologies. He has written several books in Architecture, Disasters and Culture. The notable one is Architecture, Oh! Architecture. He writes regularly for the Himalayan Times, an English Daily newspaper. He is a former Dean of the Institute of Engineering and also a former President of Nepal Engineers’ Association as well as Society for Democratic Thinking of Nepal.
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INNOVATION AND INCLUSIVE DEVELOPMENT THAT EMBODIES GENDER EQUALITY: WHAT WORKS AND WHAT MIGHT WORK Dr. Meryl J. Williams
Asia-Pacific Fish Watch, Malaysia E-mail:
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The Science Council of Asia conferences began addressing gender in the 2016 Conference on “Science for the People: Mobilizing Modern Technologies for Sustainable Development in Asia” by exploring the gender gap in IT entrepreneurship. The 17th Conference offers a broader look at gender through the session on Gender Integration and Mainstreaming in S & T Innovations. Society’s efforts to improve gender equality, and more specifically the position of women, are continually confronted with and thwarted by inequalities in society, the economy and politics. As economic wealth grows, power distances and inequality increase, raising the risk of social tensions and threats to wellbeing. In recent decades, the growing body of research on gender theory has traversed several phases. Presently, gender theory is taking an integrated approach in which, first, gender is studied in the context of its intersection with other inequalities due to, e.g., race, ethnicity, nationality, or class, and, second, gender is considered as structure, involving individual, interactional and macro levels of analysis within practical contexts, e.g., introducing innovations. In this complex of interacting factors, gender mainstreaming and integration were promoted in the 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action of the Fourth World Conference on Women as the forward path. The achievements of these approaches, however, has been assessed as mixed, although still useful. A growing concensus is that progress on gender equality needs both political action, and technical instruments developed for gender mainstreaming, e.g., planning, toolkits, indicators and checklists.
This concensus is borne out by the evidence on which this plenary talk is based. To examine what works and what might work under the right circumstances, I draw on over 40 years of experience as a scientist in the development of fisheries, aquaculture, agriculture and conservation, and especially on the last 20 years during which gender research gradually has taken over much of my professional engagement. From the evidence, methods that work to embed gender-sensitive approaches to innovation are: nurturing gender champions, within and outside the organisation; using a gender lens in planning, monitoring and evaluation; changing key institutions and modes of operating, e.g., markets, entrepreneurship, to suit women’s needs rather changing women to suit institutions; putting funding into gender initiatives; and training and educating women scientists and target beneficiaries. Other approaches that might, or might not work, depending on the context, implementation, and the soundness of their gender basis, are: policies, laws and quotas; providing help through women-only groups and cooperatives; using the gender transformative approach incorporating gender structure analysis; and gender research.
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She has worked for nearly 40 years in Australian, regional and international fisheries, aquaculture, aquatic resource conservation and agricultural research and development. Currently, she is focusing on research and advocacy on women and gender in aquaculture and fisheries, and information and science for fair and responsible fish production for food security and nutrition. Vice Chair, Scientific Advisory Committee of the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation Member, Aquaculture without Frontiers Australia and International Member, Selection Committee for the Asian Pew Marine Fellows Awarded, 2015 Crawford Medal for her contributions to international agricultural research Awarded, ‘Outstanding Alumnus’ of James Cook University in 2010 Honorary Life member, Asian Fisheries Society (AFS).
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THE PHILIPPINE PERSPECTIVE ON FUTURE EARTH National Scientist Lourdes J. Cruz Past President, NRCP, Philippines
Can a small developing country like the Philippines affect or contribute to global sustainability as espoused by the Future Earth program? As a country in the Pacific Ring of Fire and lying along the typhoon path tracking westward from the Pacific, the Philippines is one of the countries most vulnerable to natural hazards. The cataclysmic eruption of Mt. Pinatubo in 1991 was felt worldwide as it spewed ashes to several Southeast Asian countries, particulate matter into the stratosphere and aerosols that formed global layer of sulfuric acid haze. Typhoon Haiyan devastated Central Philippines and severely affected other countries along its path in SEA. Several factors contribute to its vulnerability including frequency of natural hazards, its geography and socio-political considerations. The intricacies of factors affecting its vulnerability present a microcosm or field laboratory for collaborative scientific studies on the factors affecting sustainability. It provides opportunities for using Future Earth’s inclusive and transdisciplinary approach as well as a prospect for testing the Quadruple Helix model versus the Triple Helix model for development.
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Dr. Lourdes J. Cruz is Professor Emeritus of the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) and a National Scientist. She obtained a BS Chemistry degree from UPD in 1962 and her MS and PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Iowa in 1966 and 1968. She worked briefly at IRRI before joining the Department of Biochemistry in UP Manila where she served as faculty member from 1970-1989. She served as Chair of the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from 1980-1986. In 1989 she transferred to the Marine Science Institute of UP Diliman. From 1976 to 2006 she spent 3-6 months every year at the University of Utah collaborating with Prof. Baldomero M. Olivera on the elucidation of the biochemical and molecular nature of toxins from the venomous Conus marine snail, which are now used as pharmacological tools in the study of brain function and in drug development. Her international awards include the Sven Brohult Award of the International Foundation for Science (IFS) in 1993, ASEAN Outstanding Scientist & Technologist in 2001, the L’Oreal-UNESCO Award for Women in Science in 2010, and the Outstanding Alumnus Award of the University of Iowa’s Carver College of Medicine in 2011.
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CLIMATE CHANGE: IMPACTS, RESILIENCE AND ADAPTATION STRATEGIES Dr. Josefino C. Comiso
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), USA
Observations based on direct measurements, satellite remote sensing and other techniques have provided many indicators of a warming climate. The anthropogenic influence on the Earth’s climate system is now considered unequivocal. As the concentration of greenhouse gases increased to more than 400 ppm, which is beyond the natural variability of 190 to 290 ppm, as observed from ice cores, atmospheric and surface temperatures have increased, the heat content of the oceans up to 700 m depth has gone up, amounts of snow and ice have diminished, and the rate of sea level rise has increased. At the current rate of decline, the perennial ice in the Arctic, which has persisted in summer for at least 1,450 years, is likely to melt completely within this century and cause drastic changes in the ecology of the region and alterations in the thermohaline global ocean circulation. The rate of sea level rise has increased from 2 mm/year to 3 mm/year but the main concern is the vulnerability of the Greenland and West Antarctic ice sheets which could cause a few meters increase in sea level causing big disruptions in coastal cities around the globe. Warmer sea surface temperature is also expected to cause higher frequency of heat waves and of extreme events like super-typhoons and flooding. A warmer climate will lead to increases in areas affected by drought and fire and the loss of crop yields and biodiversity. Resiliency to catastrophic events and strategies for adaptation to our changing climate will be discussed.
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He is a senior scientist at the Cryospheric Sciences Laboratory of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from the University of the Philippines and became one of the first junior scientists to work at the Philippine Atomic Research Center. After a few months, he took advantage of a faculty job at the University of the Philippines and taught physics as an instructor for a year and a half before attending Florida State University (FSU) where he pursued a Master of Science degree in Physics. At FSU he did research in experimental particle physics and analyzed bubble chamber data on 3-prong events from K-meson interactions with deuterium nucleus. He then went to UCLA to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy degree in physics and did his thesis project at the high energy accelerator facilities at the then Lawrence Radiation Laboratory at Berkeley, California. He studied inverse pion photo-production in the vicinity of the P33 resonance to assess possible violation of time reversal invariance in electromagnetic interactions. Time reversal is one of the three fundamental symmetries in nature called Charge Conjugation, Parity and Time Reversal (CPT) and was at that time a very hot topic in physics because of previous observations of a violation of Charge and Parity symmetries. His results, which were later confirmed by others, indicated that there is no violation of Time Reversal in Electromagnetic Interaction. He did postdoctoral research at the University of Virginia and studied pion-capture processes in carbon and other nuclei using the then newly constructed linear accelerator (called “pion-factory”) at Los Alamos National Laboratory. At UVa he also jointly developed a unique unfolding procedure for measuring the stopping power of charge particles and participated in projects to investigate alpha induced production of light particles using the NASA synchrocyclotron facility at Newport News Virginia.
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STRAND 1: Re-engineering Research (in the Humanities, Social Sciences and Governance and Education) towards Inclusive Growth
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A-01 Challenges in the Conduct of Genetics Research involving Philippine Indigenous Peoples Maria Corazon A. De Ungria and Edlyn B. Jimenez
DNA Analysis Laboratory, Natural Sciences Research Institute University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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For many years, scientists have been interested to study the genetics of indigenous peoples (IP) in the Philippines because this field can provide answers to questions posited by linguists, anthropologists and archaeologists on human migration from Africa to Asia and Oceania. Researchers are interested in learning about adaptations to environmental conditions owing to the relative isolation of IPs, with their culture less affected by intercultural contact and their genetics less admixed with other populations. Areas of inquiry that have generated interest are health and forensic applications of population genetic variation studies. The objective of this paper is to describe ethical and legal challenges in the conduct of genetic research on IPs, taking into consideration 1) Philippine laws, primarily the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA) that is being implemented by the National Commission for Indigenous Peoples (NCIP); 2) the National Ethical Guidelines for Health Research, which is the national framework for use of human samples in research; and 3) respect for cultural norms with the concomitant operational challenges. An inventory of genetic protocols developed by the DNA Analysis Laboratory was done resulting in insights on operational benchmarks needed for the conduct of genetic research on IPs. In some instances, conflicts can arise owing to competing interest amongst local and foreign researchers who are after the same data and specimen. Specific regulations for genetic research may need to be implemented, the absence of which pose risks to subjects due to research fatigue and potential for exploitation. Keywords: indigenous peoples; genetics; ethical legal challenges
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A-02 A Phenomenology of ICT Scarcity: Lived Experiences of Instructional Leaders in Philippine Basic Education Schools Jonathan R. Adanza
St. Dominic College of Asia Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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Amidst the widespread use of information and communication technology, instructional leaders of the Philippine Basic Education, particularly the public schools are still experiencing scarcity of this technology. Through hermeneutic phenomenology of Van Manen, this study aims to holistically understand how instructional leaders lived through the phenomenon of scarcity of ICT in Basic Education in selected public schools in the country. From five key informants who are principals, head teachers, and master teachers, a rich description of the experience provides the structure of the phenomenon under study. This phenomenological study extracted interwoven themes that surround ICT scarcity. These themes are Facets of Scarcity: Are These Enough for Us?, Cohorts of Scarcity: Are They for Us or Against Us?, and Initiatives in Scarcity: Can These Sustain Us? These captured the essence of the experienced phenomenon that besets various public elementary schools in the country today. The experiences of key informants suggest that the phenomenon of scarcity is in a see-saw reality which is a balancing act between ICT utilization and integration and that of ICT scarcity. ICT scarcity carries the burden of different aspects and dimensions of scarcity, captured in the theme facets of scarcity. Scarcity, which is an important concept in economics, is a vast reality that can never be outweighed, unless educational leaders do something to strike the balance the initiatives in scarcity. Keywords: ICT, ICT problems, instructional leaders, technology, computer, Internet, and ICT in Basic Education
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A-03 HowCan State Universities Develop an Enterprise? Reforms to Building Viable Livelihoods Among Poor Communities Rowena DT. Baconguis, Cindy Love Falcutilla, Eileen Lorena M. Mamino University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines Email:
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Poverty remains a problem in most rural communities where majority of the populace rely mostly on agricultural production as major source of income. However, viability of small farms as major source of livelihood is becoming more precarious given the move towards commercialization and integration. Off farm and non-farm livelihood income sources provide opportunity for growth and lessen income vulnerability resulting from stresses surrounding agricultural production. Interventions to address this issue range from the provision of subsidies and training programs to improve knowledge and skills. As part of their functions, SUCs are required to come up with extension interventions that promote a better community. Engagement in enterprises, whether agriculture related or non-agriculture in nature can help sustain families and communities. With the integration of market economies, diversification of livelihood strategies becomes even more important. Traditionally, universities have been actively engaged in partnering with community members to contribute to having better communities. Through extension activities, universities partner with community members to become more efficient in their livelihood activities. This study investigated the extension activities of five State Universities in Calabarzon that led to the creation of enterprises. The study profiled twenty-one enterprises and examined innovations undertaken or promoted. It determined the facilitating and constraining factors in developing enterprises that eventually served as basis for policy support structures to ensure that universities will have better extension programs. The study recommends reforms that could contribute to ensuring creation of viable enterprises. Keywords: Enterprises, Livelihood, State Universities, Institutional Reforms
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A-04 A Study on Potential of Industrial Clusters in Vietnam - Focusing Around on Quang Trung Software City in IT Industry Tetsuro Saisho
Kokushikan University, Japan Email:
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In recent years, in Vietnam, industrial clusters have been set up in various parts of the country, and industries targeting high-tech fields such as electronic information & information technology (IT), biotechnology, new drugs & drug discovery, new materials, services, energy, resources, environment are seen. As an industrial policy promoted in various parts of the country in Vietnam, we are doing industry development and regional promotion utilizing the concept of industrial clusters. Industrial clusters are tufts of grapes and the like. In industrial clusters, regional industry, government and academics compete and cooperate with each other, and innovate repeatedly to create new products and services. Therefore, in this research, as an industrial cluster of Vietnam’s leading industrial policy, we will take the case study of Quang Trung Software City (in IT field) in southern Ho Chi Minh City. In this case study, we analyze the current situation and issues of Quang Trung Software City efforts and consider the possibility of industrial clusters. Keywords: Industrial Clusters, Information Technology, Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City, Quang Trung Software City
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A-05 Science Education for Citizenship and for Social Justice: The Case of Elementary Science Education in Japan Vicente C. Handa
West Visayas State University, Philippines Email:
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Gleaned from the works of contemporary science education scholars, Zembylas (2005) highlights the goals of science education in the twenty-first century for citizenship (Ratcliffe, 2003) and for social justice (Barton,2003). Ratcliffe and Grace calls for an egalitarian science education in order to produce law-abiding and scientifically literate citizens while Barton calls for science education that addresses equity and social justice issues. This paper reports findings from a large-scale, six-month, multi-site ethnography of Japanese elementary schools in Kanto, Shikoku, and Chugoko Regions, particularly focusing on understanding how elementary science (Rikka) education can become culturally relevant to the lives of Japanese students. In particular, this paper attempts to explicate how these two goals of science education ï¼ for citizenship and for social justice are simultaneously complemented and enacted within the Rikka of Japan. Drawing from observation notes, interview transcripts, and documents as primary data sources, this paper argues that Rikka is used by its government as a platform to train its citizens to become law-abiding and environment-conscious citizens, mindful of the common good of the collectives. In spite of the general pattern of Japanese behavior aimed at sacrificing individuality and personal discomfort for the sake of societal good, the Rikka addresses equity and social justice issues by offering an egalitarian curriculum ”no child left behind” so to speak that is uniformly and equitably enacted among elementary schools in Japan. Recommendations are offered on how Filipinos might be able to learn from Japan in making science education socially just and relevant to their lives. Keywords: science education for social justice; science education for citizenship; culturally relevant science education
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A-06 Activity and Stability of Mixed Conductive Oxide: The Role of Composite Structures and Compositions Deni Shidqi Khaerudini S. Si
Research Center for Physics Indonesian Institute of Sciences, Indonesia Email:
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Catalyst activity of materials plays an important role in catalyzing the kinetics for oxygen reduction reactions for many air-based energy storage system and conversion devices, including batteries and fuel cells. Reducing the operating temperature (lower than 700 oC) with sufficient power output and stability appears to be the challenge of intermediate temperature solid oxide fuel cell (IT-SOFC). The slow reduction reactions at low temperature are thought to be a source of decreasing the overall efficiency of cell. However, this has motivated the search of more effective oxide materials, including optimizing the commercial one. In this study, we investigated the typical perovskite-type oxide with cubic structure and assessed whether the structures and compositions could promote effective electrocatalysts at intermediate temperature. The newly developed bismuth basedoxide is incorporated into commercial (La0.6Sr0.4)0.9Co0.2Fe0.8O3±δ (LSCF) to form a composite structure with 30, 40, 50, 60 wt % of bismuth based oxide. The single cell and symmetrical electrodes configuration are fabricated to assess electrocatalytic activity.The phase identification showed a desirable chemical compatibility of newly developed oxide with LSCF as well as with La0.8Sr0.2Ga0.8Mg0.2O3-δ (LSGM) electrolyte. Compared with their pure constituent, the composite with optimum composition of 50:50 wt.% exhibit much better catalyst activity for oxygen reduction. We found that composite composition controlled better structure morphology, surface oxygen exchange and diffusion, resulting more efficient in current collection ability at low temperature.These finding suggest that improving catalyst activity at intermediate temperatures using composite is a possible method to enhancing its real potential application for IT-SOFC. Keywords: Composite oxide, Oxygen reduction reaction, Electrocatalyst, IT-SOFC.
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A-07 Poems on Bicol as Hispanic Heritage: Inputs in Teaching Philippine Literature as History Sherill A. Gilbas and Magdalena M. Ocbian Sorsogon State College, Philippines Email:
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“History involves the description, interpretation and narration based on artefacts, events/occurrences, traces and expressions of the past”, according to literary icon and historian, Florentino Hornedo who also asserts that “literature is dynamic”. Accordingly, Literature can be taught using the four reality frames considering literature as a theme, as script, as aesthetics and as history. This paper intends to use the English translation of Spanish poems as inputs in teaching literature as history. The main objective is to trace and identify the history behind the materials with an attempt to unravel their meaning and reference to Bicol soil. It hopes to provide materials using historiography in teaching literature. This paper applied the qualitative-descriptive approach with the theory of historical criticism and the concept of New Historicism. The emphasis is on the content and contextual analysis rather than form. In conclusion, this paper posits that the Spanish poems written by a Spaniard who stayed in the place for over two decades can be considered a legacy to the Philippines, particularly the Bicol Region. They may be used as reference of the future generation in terms of literary historical background. They are also enough sources of images of the place, in both physical and cultural aspects that can be used as instructional materials in teaching literature as history. Keywords: literature, historical criticism, Spanish poems, Bicol region, Philippines
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A-08 Cultural Factors of Lisu Ethnic Tribe in Kachin State Khin Saw Nwe
University Campus, University of Yangon, Myanmar Email:
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This research is conducted with the aim of investigating the culture of Lisu ethnic tribe in Myanmar, the area of study which has been unexplored. This research paper deals with good historical evidence of Lisu ethnic group in the circle of Lolo Ethnic group during the 9th century A.D. They lived in their own states in the regions such as Bhamo, Putao and Loilin. Therefore, the tribes are named after their respective regions, such as Bhamo Lisu and Loilin Lisu. They were in the north, holding strong power in Yunan Province called Nan-Chao. Their prestige remained for as long as their traditions, their own religion and their dressing (costume) and the way they earn their living, culture and literature aspiring national faith of Lisu. Keywords: culture, religion, ethnic, tribe, social
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A-09 Factors on Community Investment-Based Small Scale Irrigation Development in Indonesia (Case of West Nusatenggara) Rita Nur Suhaeti 1, Amiruddin Saleh2, Akmadi Abbas3
Center for Agro-socio Economic and Policy Studies, Ministry of Agriculture, Republic of Indonesia Faculty of Human Ecology, Bogor Agricultural University 3 Research Center for Biomaterials, Indonesian Institute of Sciences, Indonesia Email:
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Community-based investment for small-scale irrigation (CISI) was one of the opportunities to increase food production, mainly rice, to support food security at household and national levels. Social capital played a crucial role in small irrigation management allowing all water distribution with appropriate criteria, amount and time for all farmers within the irrigation network. Therefore it was necessary to investigate various influencing factors on investment development and financial viability in a small irrigation system. Survey with indepth group discussion. Data were analyzed descriptively. Government’s ignorance and less wisdom for community self-help and social capital has caused a dependency to Government’s aids. This occured since less wise government’s policy in providing subsidy to community groups. Water User’s Association (WUA) institutional for small irrigation was definitely considered important in managing irrigation water. Social capital was formed and interacted with the natural capital and human capital and framed in group social relationships. A strong leadership providing good exemplary, fair, honest, trustworthy, sincerity and well-being oriented was badly needed. Strong internal relationships but separated from good norms and social values could threaten the group’s social capital. WUA empowerment was necessary and crucial in order to get more fair irrigation water distribution. The CISI financial feasibility was strongly determined by benefits derived from the irrigation construction such as planted rice acreage increase. The CISI benefits were determined by community’s ability to perform maintenance investment. Keywords: small scale irrigation system, community’s investment-based, social capital
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A-10 The Strategy of Technology Transfer Acceleration Through Technopark Development Towards Inclusive Agriculture Development Diah Anggraeni Jatraningrum, Ferianto and RagilYogaEdi Center for Innovation Indonesian Institute of Sciences, Indonesia Email:
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The agricultural sector which becomes a mainstay economy of Indonesia so far has been increasingly pressured development industry, property and land use to other fields. Agricultural productivity is decreasing because land area is smaller and smaller caused supply to communities also insufficient, so the solution is imported. Global climate change, pests and diseases and the lack of mastery of technology in agriculture factors are also main reasons why agriculture in Indonesia is said to less competitive with other countries such as Japan, Thailand and even Vietnam. Development in agricultural sector such as irrigation, fertilizers, seeds, until the processing of agricultural products are not equally. Farmer groups lower-middle has not been able to utilize results of development fairly and equitably. Results of agricultural development that has been achieved premises are still being felt by a group of farmers who have strong capital and agricultural companies. Technopark as one of the priority programs of the government is one attempt to bridge the gap that occurs through implementation strategy of accelerating transfer of technology in agriculture is expected to empower community with all potential in the region to participate actively in building and feel the results of development in agricultural sector. The purpose of this study is map how to strategies improve acceleration of technology transfer in agriculture through technopark development towards agricultural development inclusively. The method used is a qualitative research with descriptive data analysis. The results are expected to provide information and input strategic related to action plans and policies for stakeholders such as government, farmers and others in creation and mastering of technology in agriculture that is more fair and equitable so agriculture can bring prosperity significantly to the wider community. Keywords: Technology Transfer Acceleration, Technopark, Inclusive Development
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A-11 Rhetorical Relations to Punctuation Marks in Research Articles in the Context of Myanmar Mon Mon Aung1 and Ni Ni Hlaing2,3
Department of English, Magway University, Ministry of Education, Myanmar English Department, 3Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mandalay University of Distance Education, Ministry of Education, Myanmar Email:
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This research focuses on rhetorical relation to punctuations in the research articles of Arts and science journals published in Myanmar. The semantic representations produced are to provide a bridge between semantic parses and model theoretic semantics such that the representation can be used to determine the truth condition of a discourse. To fulfil the objectives, research articles are selected and then they are analysed with the theory of Segmented Discourse Representation Theory. Finally the punctuations used in the selected articles are observed to find out rhetorical relations of the articles. In this research, Segmented Discourse Representation theory (SDRT) (Asher 03, Lascarides 07) is used to investigate punctuations in the selected research articles. The Objectives of the research are to investigate how information can be conveyed through punctuations and to explore a linguistic study of the semantic and discourse effects of punctuation in writing research report. In investigating linguistic observation of punctuations, discourse relation of exploration is mostly used while discourse relation of explanation is the second dominant figure. Six types of rhetorical relations can be found in the selected research articles. It is obvious that punctuation can give necessary information and the linguistic study of the discourse and semantic can affect the meaning and information of the research articles. Keywords: rhetorical relations, punctuation marks, research articles
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A-12 Philippine Technocracy and Class Politics in Policy-making Teresa E. Tadem
Department of Political Science College of Social Sciences and Philosophy University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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Economic policy-making in the Philippines has generally been in the hands of technocrats who are viewed as having the technical expertise in confronting the issues of poverty and underdevelopment in the country. During the martial law period (1972-1986), their economic policies which adhered to the IMF/World Bank’s mantra of free trade, liberalization and an export-oriented economic policy failed miserably. The post-martial law regime, i.e., 1986-present, however, ushered in a new set of “economic managers†who also pursued the same development paradigm but this time in a period of globalization, i.e., neo-liberalism. High economic growth rates were achieved but the poverty level remained generally the same with income inequality widening. This paper argues that an important factor in understanding this is to examine the kind of class politics which has impinged on policy making, i.e., the inter- and intra-elites dynamics as well as the nature of the challenge which the lower-classes have posed on policy-making. This will help explain why it has failed to bring forth inclusive growth in Philippine society. The first part of this paper will thus examine the inter-elite dynamics in technocratic policy-making as it is also shaped by the issues of corruption and elite relationships with the President. The second part, on the other hand, will highlight the extent of the success of left-wing civil society organizations (CSOs) in intervening in technocratic policy-making. It will look into the factors which have facilitated as well as hindered this. Keywords: technocracy; class politics; policy-making; neo-liberalism, corruption, civil society organizations
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A-13 Analysis of Inclusive Development Policies in Nepal since 1990 Yog MayaSapkota and Motoko Shuto University of Tsukuba, Japan Email:
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In the current globalization the agenda of inclusiveness has become the urgent need to be addressed for public policy. Nepal has been implementing some forms of inclusive policies since 1990. This paper examines the impacts of inclusive policies on development outcomes by focusing on HDI trends of different targeted groups of people in Nepal, in the following two steps. First, by examining the data of five reports of Nepal Human Development in 1998, 2001, 2004, 2009 and 2014, and by conducting the personal interviews with policy makers, inclusive development experts and community leaders/members, this paper shows that the HDI gap has been reduced in Nepal since 1990s and that the reduced development gaps in the three dimensions have been the crucial factors, namely the narrowing gap between the caste and ethnic group, men and women and rural and urban areas are clearly conducive to the reduced development gap in Nepal.
Second, by applying the situation analysis of exclusion/inclusion at the three levels; Micro-Individual; Mesosocial and Macro-structural levels, this paper finds that people have changed to have stronger psychology; less social discrimination, logic based conflict; clear provisions for inclusiveness after 2007 when the Federal Republic political system was transformed, compared with the constitutional monarchy system before 2007. HDI growth rate is reducing after 2007, though increasing Gini coefficient is the main worry of inclusive development in Nepal. Keywords: Inclusive development; inclusion/exclusion; policy; Nepal
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A-14 Encouragement of Significant Persons : A Grounded Theory Study on Academic Success Evelyn C. Bagaporo, Adelaida C. Gines, Wilma S. Reyes Philippine Normal University, Manila, Philippines Email:
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The Philippine situation indicates that majority of students who drop out of school do so due to financial difficulties. There is very limited data on a specific process model of how financially disadvantaged students finish basic education and achieve academic success in college. The grounded theory approach using open, axial and selective coding was utilized in examining data collected from 30 financially-challenged students in a state university which offers teacher education courses. The process model of academic success that was developed consisted of seven stages. Stage one was the encouragement of significant persons; Stage two was arriving at realizations; Stage three was the reciprocation of efforts of significant persons; Stage four was the formulation of goals; Stage five constitutes facilitating strategies for academic success; Stage six consisted of the consequences of getting high or getting low grades; Stage seven involves monitoring and evaluating academic performance and self, after which the cycle goes back to Stage four in order to improve the strategies in dealing with the same conditions. The findings indicate that the model was employed by financially disadvantaged students in surviving basic education and achieving academic success in college. Further, the research also indicates that the support of significant persons such as parents, relatives, teachers and peers are very important in achieving academic success. Keywords: Process Model, Significant Persons; Grounded Theory; Academic Success; Financially Disadvantaged
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A-15 A Research of Higher Education According to Students’ Learning Transition in the Universities: Focusing on the Classes for Science, Technology, and Society Akinori Yamabe
Jichi Medical University, Japan Email:
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Modern issues such as environmental problems draw much on science, but not on any specific field; instead, they rely on multiple scientific specialties. In order to cope with these complex issues, we need to better understand the relationship between science, technology, and society. In this study, I would like to introduce some classes at the University of Tokyo, and investigate what kind of education are effective depending on the stage of learning through the example of first-year students and graduate students. After the seminar, some anonymous quantitative questionnaire for the first-year students and some qualitative interviews for the graduate students on the effectiveness of the seminar was conducted. As for the first-year students, the results showed that a high percentage of thought that the seminar succeeded in teaching the students’ academic skills and giving them a deeper understanding of modern social problems concerned with science and technology. As for the graduate students, interdisciplinary education will give the students awareness with a view and an idea different even if it is the same subject according to a different specialty. Above education is effective for dealing with complex social problems on science and technology. And it can foster basic skills needed in various professions in modern techno-scientific society. Those leads to the improvement of the overall judgment based on various viewpoints in social decision making. Keywords: Higher education; Learning; Students; Transitions; Effectiveness; Institutional research
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A-16 Neoliberal Constraints to National Sovereignty, Democratic Governance, and Development: Cases and Lessons from the Trenches in the Global Struggle Against Neoliberal Globalization Kenneth E. Bauzon
Saint Joseph’s College -- New York, USA Email:
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This paper examines the constraints to national sovereignty and development posed by neoliberal principles and practices pervading policies espoused by today\’s dominant but unelected global institutions shaping the nature of contemporary socio-political and economic life, unbeknownst to most.\r\nThese institutions define global trading and financial relations; have corroded the concept of public welfare; pushed for monetization of nature and assault on the commons; predetermined the production of social and scientific knowledge, suffocated by assumptions surrounding modernization theory, and, undermined democratic governance and public accountability, all important context to global wealth and income inequality.Cases will be drawn globally to illustrate: a. how trading rules have denationalized economies and reinforced dependency relationship between and among countries, through, among others, expansive investor rights; b. how the global financial system subverts sovereign domestic decision-making through conditionalities integral to structural adjustment programs; and, c. how intellectual property rights, in concert with the rules of privatization and liberalization, have legitimized theft of indigenous knowledge, created a verticalized global food production system, and conferred upon corporations via patent rights the god-like prerogative to determine who eats or starves, while, in the process, undermining food sovereignty of peoples based on fundamentalist market rules. Finally, the paper describes forms of resistance around the globe by peoples asserting their sovereign rights against neoliberal globalization, and draws lessons upon which the populist Duterte Administration, enmeshed in inherited neoliberal policies, may re-orient its own away from the cycle that the Filipino people, like the gerbil in its caged wheel, currently inhabit. Keywords: Neoliberalism; Sovereignty; Privatization; Conditionalities; Intellectual property rights; Global commons
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A-17 Biodiversity Conservation Through Science Education: Comparing the In-School and AfterSchool Contexts Maria Rosario Virginia S. Cobar-Garcia1, Moises Norman Z. Garcia1, Maricar S. Prudente2 College of Science, University of Santo Tomas De la Salle University Bro. Andrew Gonzales - College of Education Email:
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This is an interventional, purposive, single-group study with two phases: Phase 1 involved the use of an instructional intervention that utilized the 5E Model of Bybee et.al (2006), in the in-school (formal) and afterschool (non-formal) contexts. The research specifically aimed at investigating (at pre- and post-instruction) the learners’ Scientific Reasoning, Conceptual Understanding, Beliefs, Attitude, Empathy, Self-efficacy, and Behavioral intentions. Phase 2 focused on the comparison of the intervention’s effectiveness between the two settings. The study involved 511 college freshmen. Quantitative data were collected and analyzed using descriptive, inferential, and multi-variate statistics. Also, Structural Equation Modeling and path analyses were utilized to explore the causal effects among the seven variables. Finally, results obtained from the two contexts were compared and analyzed. Results revealed an improvement of the seven dependent variables from pre-test to post-test after ten weeks of intervention for both settings. However, the In-school learners exhibited much improved scientific knowledge as compared with the After-school group; though other variables under study were equally improved on both school settings. SEM results have revealed In-school learners exhibiting their willingness to participate in biodiversity conservation both via the knowledge-based cognitive and affective domains; while only the latter influenced the After-school learners’ willingness to conserve. This research provided insights as to how environmental education through The National Environmental Awareness and Education Act of 2008 and the Vatican’s encyclical Laudato Si, can effectively be integrated into the tertiary level of education, either through the in-school or after-school setting. Keywords: Biodiversity conservation; 5E learning cycle; in-school & after school contexts; Environment-based education; Scientific reasoning; Behavioral intention
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A-18 Boat-making Traditions and Technology in Sulu Archipelago Benhar J. Tahil, Mucha Shim L. Quiling and Roseller B. Sebastian Zamboanga City State Polytechnic College, Philippines Email:
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Boat-building technology is among the oldest developed and mastered by Austronasian ancestors inhabiting Sulu archipelago. For this, the Sulus held a reputation as sailors and their sea-prowess made them an integral part of maritime and navigational subjects of ancient memoirs. In the age of commerce and technology, Sulu boat-builders were sought for their craftsmanship not only for small seacrafts but big seaworthy vessels plying the Indian oceans and crossing the vast unknown.
This two-prong sociological and technological science study looked into traditions of boatbuilding among the Sama and Tausug in Sulu archipelago and assessed what appropriate innovations and modern upgrading are necessary to improve and suit to present-day social-economy. Sea-faring and boat-building has become confined in small-scale fishing communities. Sama boat-builders are commissioned by traders and capitalists running the backdoor trading and fishing economies linking the southern corridor from Tawi-Tawi and to Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei.
While remaining entrenched in local culture and economy, boat design and technology remained faithful to tradition. Yet new challenges arise dictated by the changing environment that in determine availability of materials. Climate and ecological adaptability have in time resulted to modifications and innovations in make and boat-designs, while changing lifestyle, mobility and settlement patterns of people and community have contributed to the evolution of methods and processes in boat utility for fishing and trading. Development of better technology in seacraft-making and improvement of maritime vessel considering seaworthiness, reliability and versatility could help boost not only safety and efficiency in sea travel and interisland mobility but also would redound to improvement in livelihood and commerce Keywords: boat-making, traditional knowledge, maritime technology, navigation, Sulu archipelago
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A-19 Inclusive Development Paradigm: Interdisciplinarity among Science, Humanism, and Art Hak-Soo Kim Sogang University, Seoul, Korea Email:
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Inclusive development is supposed to seek multiple developments, not limited to any particular area. Development is the outcome of solving human, social, natural, and/or technical problems that do or might threaten our lives. Thus, multiple developments are related to multiple problems. If we understand how those problems might be inter-connected, it seems more feasible for us to make multiple developments together. A problem is, in fact, complex and multifaceted. However, our solution for that problem is likely to be singlepurposed and singular, as technology. Thus, a solution tends to imply or bear some negative side effects that turn out or grow to be subsequent problems. This is the problem-solution continuum as a principle. We see that some multiple problems might be more closely inter-connected. So, we need and can solve those problems together in order to have much less side effects. Hence arises the critical agenda of multiple developments. A subsequent (negative) side effect might be a quite different problem from the original one. For example, air pollution from a car is very different from the problem of transportation. So, to solve such the side effect demands a separate area’s expertise, so to speak, a different discipline’s specialty. This indicates that interdisciplinary R & D or interdisciplinarity is necessary to achieve multiple solutions or developments relative to multiple problems. Interdisciplinarity, first of all, needs teamwork among experts of multiple areas or disciplines, for example, science, humanism, and art. Teamwork is the process of collective problem solving. It never obtains with simple aggregation of experts. Integration of multidisciplinary knowledges is an impossible goal without prior accomplishment of teamwork. So, we need to show how such interdisciplinary teamwork could be realized to produce inclusive development. We also need to heed science’s capability of problem solving beyond puzzle solving, humanism’s initial focus on humanity’s problems prior to after-the-fact values, and art’s original function of imagination and construction prior to after-the-fact beauty. Therefore, interdisciplinarity among science, humanism, and art could bring forth much more innovative inclusive development that relates to multiple problems, not a single problem. Keywords: Inclusive Development, Problem-Solution Continuum, Interdisciplinarity, Teamwork, Collective Problem Solving
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A-20 Three Asian Aesthetic Approaches to the Other War Novel (Pramudya’s Perburuan, Castillo’s The Firewalkers, and Bhattacharya’s So Many Hungers!) Adelaida F. Lucero
Department of English and Comparative Literature University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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This alternative adventure, examining the complementary strains of protest and affirmation in three Asian novels on war, by using three different Asian aesthetic categories, not only unravels what important monuments these works are to the dialectical relation between the works and their historical contexts, but also the beauty and richness of native traditions. As the novels, set in diverse milieu of war for liberation, interrogate various power relations, they demonstrate different levels and strategies of protest and assert various humanistic, nationalistic, and cultural values. The age-old Indian aesthetic category, rasa, helps one appreciate Bhattacharya’s So Many Hungers! expose of the inhuman connivance between colonial powers and local forces and its causing untold suffering and starvation among millions of Indian peasants; it also unravels the fraternal concern and generosity of many poor and not so poor. Pramudya’s use of the traditional wayang kulit structure and myths in The Fugitive is intertwined with how he reclaims national sovereignty as well as human dignity so wantonly desecrated under foreign occupation of Indonesia. And Castillo’s textual strategies in The Firewalkers couch revolutionary resistance in alternative “Pinoy” magic realism, legend and lore interwoven with historical facts. These cultural underpinnings affirm the richness of cultural traditions, the significance and continuity of the ancestral struggle against foreign domination, and the heroism and moral-cultural values involved. Keywords: Other War novel, aesthetic categories, rasa, wayang kulit, Pinoy magic realism
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A-21 Aspirations of Filipino Rice Farmers for their Children and Philippine Rice Self-Sufficiency Florencia G. Palis1, GenalinTodcor2, AvigailBriones2 andIreneR.Tanzo3
1University of the Philippines at Los Banos and Formerly with the International Rice Research Institute 2Formerly with the International Rice Research Institute 3Philippine Rice Research Institute Email:
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Confounding to the aging farmers phenomenon, the younger generation is generally moving away from agriculture. This raises a serious socio-political and economic issue, especially in Asia and particularly in the Philippines. In this study, we assessed the aspirations of Filipino rice farmers for their children and investigated the implications to the Philippine’s goal of rice self-sufficiency. Various ethnographic methods were used to elicit ethnographic accounts and collection of both quantitative and qualitative data between 2009 - 2012. A survey was conducted among 923 farmers in three Philippine provinces, namely: Agusan del Norte, Iloilo and Isabela. Focus group discussions, key informant interviews, informal interviews, and intermittent field observations were employed to gather qualitative data. Age, total number of children, farm size, and tenure increases the likelihood that a farmer aspires for his children to be rice farmers. Whereas, gender, education and economic status of the province decreases the likelihood that a farmer aspires for his children to be rice farmers. Both physical and economic hardships encountered in rice farming are common reasons reported why farmers do not like their children to be like them. The Philippine government and agricultural institutions need to formulate on-the-ground strategies that will raise the motivation of farmers and their children to continue rice farming and thereby facilitate the attainment of the country’s rice self-sufficiency goal. Keywords: aspirations, rice farmers, Philippines, rice self-sufficiency
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A-22 Building Sustainable Futures: Lessons from Indigenous Communities in the Margins Maria Cecilia T. Medina
Asian Center, University of the Philippines Email:
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The study analyzed the indigenous communities’ response to encroachments to their territory and experiences of forced displacement through various forms of collective adaptation, most especially through their claiming of ancestral domain under the Indigenous Peoples’ Rights Act (IPRA). Their customary beliefs and traditions, changing organization and sustenance patterns as well as networking with civil society organizations before and during the claim process formed part of their collective adaptation to protect their territory and way of life. The experiences of a Higaonon community in Bukidnon province situated in the uplands was analyzed through the narratives of key informants, focused group discussions and secondary data analysis utilizing an interdisciplinary ecological framework. Lessons were derived towards policy recommendations for inclusive and sustainable development and governance of indigenous communities. Keywords: indigenous communities; collective adaptation; sustainable development
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A-23 A Social History of 1950s Filipino Film Adaptation Joyce L. Arriola
Faculty of Arts and Letters University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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This study seeks to analyze the external conditions underlying the practice of komiks-to-film adaptation in the 1950s. Specifically, it addresses the social importance of recycling stories for cinema (the culture of recycling, generic mediation, visuality and verbality of media) indigenization; the institutional matrix of adaptations; and the ensuring of status quo and normative values through so-called “prevalent type” of adaptation. It will make use of unstructured interviews with scholars and practitioners in komiks, film and adaptations and archival research on 1950s periodicals that feature cover stories, reviews, ads and fan mails. The extrinsic approach to adaptation hopes to complement a parallel project of performing textual analysis of films and their komiks (source) texts. Keywords: external criticism, adaptation, social history, generic media
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Finding the Right Model for Transferring Renewable Energy in Developing Country Yovita Isnasari*, Maidina and V. Susirani Kusumaputri Center for Innovation, Indonesian Institute of Sciences Email:
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The needs for energy in a country will continue to increase. However, this need not be offset by the increasing amount of available energy. This shortcoming of energy led to the idea to create a new energy that can be renewed. Some technology of renewable energy (e.g. wind turbines, small hydro technology and photovoltaic cells) was originally only used by more developed countries, but then force the developing countries also to use it. The absence of the ability to create renewable energies in developing countries ultimately requires developed countries to transfer the technology. This article aims to identify models of technology transfer in renewable energies. Analysis of the technology transfer model by reviewing published and unpublished document. Based on secondary data sources, an analysis of the current state is constructed. The findings suggest that the suitable models to be applied in the energy sector are joint research collaboration and foreign direct investment. The performance of Technology Transfer Office will also influence in the technology transfer process. This article can be used to guide the policy makers in transferring technology, especially in renewable energy. Keywords: technology transfer, renewable energy, developing country
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On the Ancient Architectural and City Ruins of Phnom Kulen and Quarries in the Surrounding Area in Angkor Takeshi Nakagawa
Waseda University, Japan Email:
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The Laboratory of Architectural History, Waseda University conducted a preliminary research on the ancient architecture and city ruins located on Phnom Kulen. It is summarized in “Study on the Relation between the Capital and the Sacred Mountain in Phnom Kulen”, a master thesis of the graduate school of Waseda University written by Ms. Eriko ITO as an interim report (ITO, 2010). Also, through the Japanese Government Safeguarding Angkor Project which has been supervised by the project teams of JSA/JASA, Prof. Etsuo UCHIDA, a professor of Waseda University and an expert member of team, has been conducting petrological research on stone materials used in Angkor monuments. Base on his research, he published a comprehensive study report for quarries in the surrounding area of Mt. Kulen in 2013 (UCHIDA and SHIMODA 2013). Through their thesis overview, I would like to present our viewpoint on Phnom Kulen. Analysis on the characteristics of the remaining architecture, decorations, and quarries was conducted with review of theses. Considering all aspects to enhance spiritual power in the source of sacred water after the 10th century, Phnom Kulen is assumed to be one of the greatest magnificent religious ritual cities in Khmer history, and not a capital city where people led daily lives. Furthermore, Phnom Kulen made it possible to produce the emergence of pyramid-type temples and achieve lasting sacredness on the mountain adjacent to the Angkor plain. Keywords: Angkor; Phnom Kulen; Ancient Royal City; Sacred Mountain; Sandstone Quarries; Religious Ritual City
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STRAND 2: Eco-environmental Studies and Ecological Engineering
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B-01 Gaseous Elemental Mercury Chemiresistor Sensor Bsed on a Gold Thin Film Electrode April RoseC.Veranga1, JoseH.Bergantin, Jr.1,2,3, Dharmatov RahulaB.Albano1,2,3, FortunatoB.Sevilla, III1,2,3 The Graduate School, 2Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippine Email:
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Gaseous elemental mercury (GEM) is considered as a toxic global pollutant that is mainly released through anthropogenic sources such as artisanal small-scale gold mining (ASGM) and coal-fired power plants. Commercially available mercury (Hg) analyzers have a low detection limit and high sensitivity, but are expensive. There is therefore a need for a portable and low-cost monitoring system for GEM that can be employed in the GEM emission sites. In this study, a chemiresistor sensor flow measurement system for GEM was assembled based on a gold thin film electrode. The custom-fabricated electrode was composed of gold thin film with meander patterns placed in a Wheatstone bridge configuration coupled with a heater element. It produced changes in the film resistance that were dependent on the amount of mercury present. The changes were monitored through the voltage output of the integrated Wheatstone bridge circuit. The adsorbed mercury on the sensor surface was removed through thermal desorption. The sensor exhibited good linearity from 0 to 30 ng Hg vapor levels (r = 0.9975) with a detection limit of 1.77 ng Hg. It yielded repeatable results (<10% rsd) as demonstrated for 10 ng Hg. A field-adaptable prototype measurement system for GEM was assembled. The results of the study point to the potential of the sensor system to be validated further in the field setting. Keywords: gaseous elemental mercury, chemiresistor sensor, gold thin film
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B-02 Photodegradation of Methylene Blue in Water using Metal oxide Semiconductor Thin-Films Arven I. Café
National Institute of Physics University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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Waste water treatment is an alternative way of providing potable water. Cases of pollution in water reservoirs due to disposal of harmful compounds contribute to the risks issues in environment, health, and agriculture. In this study, semiconductors such as copper oxide (CuxO), zinc oxide (ZnO), and tin dioxide (SnO2) were used as catalyst materials for photodegradation treatment of methylene blue (MB) in water. Thin films of CuxO, ZnO, and SnO2 were synthesized on glass substrates via chemical spray pyrolysis deposition. Substrate temperature and volume of the precursor solution were varied to attain the desired optimal thickness, morphology and crystallinity of the samples. Degradation tests were conducted using a gravimetric type of photoreactor setup with UV-lamp as light source and MB as test organic dye. UV-Vis Transmittance, XRD, and SEM results show that the metal oxide thin films were successfully synthesized. Photodegradation test of MB in water for 60 minutes resulted to an efficiency of 84% and degradation rate of 0.0967min-1 for ZnO thin film. This result was relatively higher than the SnO2 and CuxO thin films which obtained 49% and 73% efficiency respectively. Further optimization of thickness induced a maximum of 50% enhancement in efficiency and degradation rate for CuxO. Obtained optical bandgap for the optimized CuxO thin films was 2.65eV which is more dominant for visible region applications than the wide bandgap ZnO and SnO2 thin-films. From the three materials tested, CuxO demonstrated the greatest potential for photodegradation using light source within UV and visible region. Keywords: Photodegradation; thin-films; zinc oxide; Copper oxide; Tin dioxide
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B-03 Retrofitting a Philippine Detached Family House to Make it Energy Efficient and Energy Generating Napoleon Enteria1, Hiroshi Yoshino2, Takao Sawachi3 and Yasuo Kuwasawa1
Building Research Institute, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-0802 Japan Tohoku University, Sendai, Miyagi, 980-0856 Japan 3 National Institute for Land and Infrastructure Management, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, 305-0802 Japan Email:
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The Philippine residential sector consumes a large percentage of the country’s generated electricity. With a government program in energy efficiency and renewable energy utilization, the development of energy efficient and renewable energy supported houses and buildings is important. A numerical model is developed in the transient system simulation environment based on the available information on the Philippine single family detached houses. The numerical operation of the house for the simulation is developed using the information available from Philippine families and houses. There are several cases used in this study to evaluate the energy conservation measures, the retrofitting to be done and different renewable energy sources. Results show that energy conservation measures such as the additional insulation of a concrete house, unplugging of electrical appliances not in use and application of light-emitting diode lighting are important to reduce electric energy consumption. A house’s electricity consumption can be supported by PV panels. A solar thermal collector with an auxiliary biomass water heater could support the hot water requirement. The desiccant-evaporative air-conditioning with a ground cooling system can keep the house’s indoor temperature below 27 °C with a humidity ratio of less than 11 g/kg year round. The implementation of energy conservation measures is very important to reduce a house’s energy consumption. The application of new building technologies has a positive impact on a building’s energy consumption and indoor environment conditions. The results of this study are important for the Philippine program in energy efficiency and alternative energy utilization, particularly for the building sector. Keywords: Philippines; Detached House; Retrofitting; Energy Efficiency; Energy Generation
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B-04 Insecticidal Effect of the Methanol-Chloroform Extract of Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) Against Orange-Spotted Cockroaches (Blaptica dubia) Ma. Gelli Anne B. Escober, Almira Mae C. Rondilla, Precious Vimille B. Rotoni and Sherwin Aiji C. Sakaguchi St. Dominic College of Asia Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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Insecticide in the chemical family organophosphates such as malathion has led to the contamination of several ecosystems in the different parts of the world. Cockroaches is one of the most common house pest present in the world. While they don’t generally bite people, cockroaches shed, and their waste product can get into the air you breathe. Cockroaches may cause allergy and asthma symptoms to get worse. It can also cause typhoid, poliomyelitis and dysentery. A study has shown that oyster mushroom, Pleurotus ostreatus, an edible mushroom in the family Pleurotaceae, has proved itself to have insecticidal property against red flour beetle, Tribolium castaneum. Several studies also have shown that oyster mushroom exhibit antibacterial, antitumor, antioxidant, antimutagenic, antihypertensive, antineoplastic and antiviral property. This study scientifically examined the effectivity of the methanol-chloroform extract of the fruiting body of the oyster mushroom, Pleurotus ostreatus, as a natural insecticide against orange-spotted cockroaches, Blaptica dubia, at different concentrations (100% w/v, 150% w/v, 200% w/v) and time exposure (maximum of 8 hours). The methanol-chloroform extract of the oyster mushroom showed moderate to high activity to Blaptica dubia. It exhibited activity at LD50 value (0.206 mg/cm2) indicating its potent efficacy against Blaptica dubia. The results of this study indicate that the toxicity for each test sample against Blaptica dubia was increased with increasing concentration and time of exposure. Keywords: Pleurotus ostreatus; Blaptica dubia; insecticide; methanol-chloroform; oyster mushroom; orangespotted cockroaches
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B-05 Performance Comparison Study of Biodiesel Tubers Porang (Amorphophallus oncophyllus) with Biodiesel Soybean Oil (Soybean Oil) Based Experiments Aguk Zuhdi Muhammad Fathallah
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember , Surabaya, Indonesia Email:
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Fuel problems and the operation of diesel engines for the industry in Indonesia is still unfinished. Fuel is classified as conventional (non-renewable energy) it will run out around 15 years. The Indonesian Government is looking for ways to minimize fuel use by utilizing plants that contain oil. Noted that the tubers porang and soy can be processed into oil. So the need for research that has the potential to produce renewable fuel (renewable energy). Make biodiesel from the tubers porang (BP) and soybeans (BS) with a mixture of 20% (B20) of 80% pure diesel. Then his performance with indicators calculated fuel consumption value (SFOC) can be determined lowest for the best biodiesel. The data, based on the performance of BP in SFOC low of 326.2 g / kWh is RPM: 2000, load: 4.5 kW, power: 3.7 kW, torque: 17.86 Nm, BMEP: 72454.6 N/m2 and thermal efficiency : 26.5%. And data based on the performance of BS SFOC low of 312.8 g / kWh is RPM: 2200, load: 5 kW, power: 4.4 kW, torque: 19.13 Nm, BMEP: 48749.1 N/m2 and efficiency thermal: 27%. That biodiesel that is able to achieve optimal operation with a value based on the fuel consumption (SFOC) that soybean biodiesel. Keywords: Biodiesel, tubers porang, soybean, performance, SFOC
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B-06 Valuation of Mangroves as a Coastal Defence against Storm Surge Wesley S. Gagarin1, Decibel F. Eslava1, Noelynna T. Ramos2, Christino L. Tiburan, Jr.3, Rico C. Ancog1 School of Environmental Science and Management, University of the Philippines Los Baños National Institute of Geological Sciences, University of the Philippines Diliman 3 College of of Forestry and Natural Resources, University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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The continued decline of mangroves in the Philippines is very alarming, especially considering the numerous services that such an ecosystem provides. In the Philippines, the importance of mangroves as protective barriers against damaging storm surges was highlighted with the passage of the extreme storm event Haiyan in November 2013. Most studies indicate that the degradation of mangroves in the country is a product of the lack of appreciation and insufficient valuation of the goods and services they provide. This study aims to value the storm surge protection function of the mangrove forest along Calauag Bay in Quezon province by applying the damage cost avoidance valuation method. Damage averted for houses, properties, and infrastructures provided by mangroves against a Haiyan-type storm surge will be monetized. It is hoped that outcomes of this study can be utilized by decision-makers and resource managers for drafting protection, conservation, and management plans for mangrove forests that are anchored on their protective functions, on top of their many other ecosystems services. Keywords: Mangroves; Storm Surges; Damage Cost Avoidance Valuation Method; Management Plans; Ecosystem Sevices
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B-07 Development of BELDA: Prediction of Residential Energy Consumption in Cambodia Kengo Ichijima and HirotoTakaguchi Waseda University, Japan Email:
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Cambodia has been achieving rapid economic development. Therefore, in recent years, residential energy consumption has been increasing remarkably. As the need to stop the rapid increase in residential sector, energy situation and accurate consumption should be grasped. There are multiple previous surveys on energy consumption in households in Cambodia. However, estimation methods that can compare diversified living conditions with a unified standard have not been established. In addition, the statistical survey system by the government is also in the process of being established and it is difficult to gather information necessary for the past estimation method used in developed countries. In this research, a prediction method of residential energy consumption of Cambodia is proposed. Households in Cambodia were classified into 9 categories by region and income. Then, energy consumption in household for each type is estimated by using past research results. Next, the number of households is predicted by type using macro data until 2040. Finally, residential energy consumption per household and the total of that in Cambodia is predicted until 2040. As the result, energy consumption per household in rural area will decrease while that in urban area will increase in the future. It is because many households in rural area is using biomass fuels for their cooking now, but this situation should be change and they will become to use LPG or electricity for cooking along with the modernization in Cambodia. Finally, some energy-efficiency measures are validated and introducing efficient refrigerator is founded as the most effective measure. Keywords: Future prediction; Housing; Lifestyle; Energy consumption; Cambodia
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B-08 Detection of Methylene Blue Using Silver Coated Porous Silicon as Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS)-Active Substrate Lorenzo P. Lopez, Jr.1, Elmer S. Estacio2 and Armando S. Somintac2
Materials Science and Engineering Program; 2National Institute of Physics University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City Email:
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Contamination of water supplies with residual dyes from various industries (e.g. paper, textile, leather, and food) leads to environmental problems, particularly for third world countries. One of the most used dyes is methylene blue (MB), which is used in bulk to stain cotton and wool. MB, when discharged into bodies of water can cause problems in the ecosystem as it consumes dissolved oxygen; and it also poisons marine life. These problems necessitate water sampling and analysis, which can be carried out via Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS). In this work, silver-coated porous silicon (Ag/PSi) was used as the SERS-active substrate. A Ventus diode-pumped solid state laser with ~532 nm wavelength was used for photoexcitation. The Raman signal was recorded using an iHR500 spectrophotometer equipped with charge-coupled device detector. Raman peaks at 1617 cm-1, 1468 cm-1, and 1358 cm-1 were observed, which signify the presence of MB. Two orders of magnitude enhancement was recorded at 1617 cm-1, in comparison with the bare PSi substrate. Moreover, weak MB Raman peaks at 1533 cm-1, 1299 cm-1, 1164 cm-1, 1038 cm-1, 911 cm-1 and 814 cm-1 were detected. The Ag/ PSi SERS-active substrate may also be tested for other dyes, and further improvements can be accomplished by optimizing the synthesis parameters such as the porosity of PSi and the density of the silver coating. Keywords: water pollution; methylene blue; porous silicon; surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy
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B-09 Predicting the Distribution of Native Chicken in Samar Nemesio Francisco M. Napuran and Feleciano R. Bejar Northwest Samar State University, Samar, Philippines Email:
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A combination of specie distribution modeling (SDM) with geographic information system (GIS) can be utilized to generate prediction models of geographic distribution or habitat suitability from spatially generated presence points and environmental variables. Predicting the distribution of native chicken, Gallus gallus, in the province of Samar used two GIS-SDM tools. DIVA-GIS was used to create a map of training data and convert eighteen bioclimatic variables obtained from WorldClim database into a file format compatible with another software. MaxEnt (maximum entropy) was employed as the modeling algorithm. The training data and bioclimatic variables were auto-correlated thereby producing prediction model maps of native chicken distribution in logistic and cumulative formats. Seventy percent (70%) of the total presence points was used as the training data set and the other thirty percent (30%) as the test sample set. Models do not show extensive fragmentation; it is evident that predicted probabilities of highly suitable location clusters along the coastal regions of the province where there are high population densities.Tests showed that temperature and precipitation seasonality, and the precipitation on the coldest quarter have significant contributions to the model. This suggests that native chicken prefers drier and hot environments. Cold temperature and high precipitation are critical factors restricting the occurrence of native chicken in Samar. Keywords: geographic information system (GIS); specie distribution modeling (SDM); bioclimates; maximum entropy
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B-10 Development of the Adaptive Model for Thermal Comfort in HEMS Condominium Hom Bahadur Rijal
Tokyo City University, Japan Email:
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The ASHRAE and CEN have proposed adaptive models for naturally ventilated and free running building design. However, Japanese data is not included in either of these adaptive models. The Japanese government recommends the indoor temperature setting of 28 °C for cooling and 20 °C for heating, but the recommendation lacks supporting evidence from any field survey. So we need to construct an adaptive model using thermal comfort survey-data from Japanese dwellings. The main objectives of this research are to record the seasonal differences in the comfort temperature and to develop an adaptive model for Japanese dwelling. We have measured the thermal environment and conducted thermal comfort survey for one year in the Kanto region of Japan. We have collected 19,516 thermal comfort votes from occupants in living room. The mean comfort temperature is 21.5 °C in winter, 24.9 °C in spring, 27.9 °C in summer and 25.9 °C in autumn in free running mode. Thus, the seasonal difference of the mean comfort temperature is 6.4 K which is similar to the value found in previous research. The indoor comfort temperature is highly correlated with the outdoor temperature. The results show that the residents are highly satisfied with the thermal environment of their dwelling. People are highly adapted in the thermal condition of the dwellings, and thus the comfort temperature has large seasonal differences. By using the relationship between indoors and outdoors, the adaptive model for dwelling was proposed to predict and control the indoor comfort temperature. Keywords: HEMS, Condominium, Griffiths method, Comfort temperature, Adaptive model
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B-11 Development of BELDA (Building Energy Structure and Lifestyle Database of Asia): Preliminary Results of Questionnaire Survey and Database Building Protocol Hiroto Takaguchi1, Jennifer Hsieh1, Chiharu Murakoshi2, Ji Xuan2, Azusa Takayama2 and Hidetoshi Nakagami2 1Department of Architecture, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Waseda University, Japan 2Jyukankyo Research Institute, Japan Email:
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Carbon dioxide emissions of the world is increasing, 40% of them are from the building sector. To consider the carbon dioxide emissions reduction measures in the building sector, it is necessary to propose specific measures after understand the actual energy supply and demand in accordance with the development stage. In Japan, databases about energy consumption have been constructed in both the housing and commercial building since the 2000s. These databases have been used to make an environmental policy at national and local level, and used for design of building and product. On the other hand, database on energy demand in Asian countries is significantly insufficiently. In this paper, we introduce the outline of database of energy consumption of building sector in Asia. We are calling this database BELDA, Building Energy structure and Lifestyle Database of Asia. And also we report the results of the survey that has been conducted for the last 2 years in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Phnom Penh and Bangkok. These are the interview surveys to clarify the condition of monthly energy use in housing at both of urban and rural area. We found that household energy consumption in urban areas of Southeast Asia is equivalent to the top level of the world, excluding the thermal demand. Besides, because of the large family system, the average number of people at home in the daytime is high, and energy consumption for cooking is also high. These findings suggest that improvement of energy efficiency in Asian countries is urgent. This research was supported by the Environment Research and Technology Development Fund (1-1502) of the Ministry of the Environment, Japan. Keywords: Database; Building; Asia; Lifestyle; Energy; Policy
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B-12 Assessment of the External and Photic Parts of the Caves in Camotes Island, Central Philippines – Basis for Conservation and Sustainability Options Serapion N. Tanduyan and Heizel Faith L. Gorgonio Cebu Technological University Cebu City, Philippines Email:
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In line with the Cave Conservation Act of 2001 and with the progress of tourism industry, caves were considered as one of the tourist destinations, hence, the study of the caves of Camotes Islands was conducted in order to find out their physical features as well as their inside and outside floral and faunal components . This study focuses only the photic part of the cave using field study technique and interview guide to gather the data from the inhabitants living near the 7 caves surveyed namely: Timobo Cave, San Francisco, Cebu; Tangub Cave of Poro; Bukilat, Dorenea, Lilang Daku and Suton Caves of Tudela and Guiwanon Cave of Pilar, Cebu. Results showed that caves of Camotes Islands have an area ranging from 1,500 to 15,000 m2 with water depth inside from 1m to 15 m. where Dorenea and Suton Caves are exempted due to no body of water present inside. Mouth sizes to serve as entrance ranges from 0.13 meter to 14 meters. The largest mouth opening is Tangub Cave of Pagsa, Poro, Cebu which is 15 meters and the narrowest is Dorenea cave of Tudela, Cebu. Stalactite heights range from 4 inches to 7 inches which are found in Timobo Cave and Dorenea Cave. Stalagmite heights range from 5 inches to 7.5 ft. Floral components are species of ferns, moss and water lilies distributed in the caves except in Guiwanon and Suton Caves. Faunal components are usually birds (balinsasayaw and bats found only in Bukilat and Tangub Caves); shrimps, crabs and fishes. Water salinity ranges from 6 ppt to 22 ppt. and pH ranges from 6.79 to 7.48. External features of the caves range from rocky and grassy areas with trees like mango, coconut and gemelina growing together with shrubs and bananas. Economically, the caves of Bukilat, Timobo and Tangub serve as tourist destination where vendors usually sell products. Ecologically, Tangub and Suton Caves are resting places of bats and birds. Keywords: Assessment; External; Photic; Caves; Camotes Islands
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B-13 Genetic Map of the Protected Bird in Indonesia: Little Spiderhunter (Arachnothera longirostra Nectariniidae) Dwi Astuti and Siti Nuramaliati Prijono
Division of Zoology, Indonesian Institute of Sciences Cibinong, West Java, Indonesia Email:
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Little Spiderhunter (Arachnothera longirostra) is one of the protected birds and distributed in Javan, Sumatra, and Borneo islands of Indonesia. Information about genetic charachters of the birds are needed to be explored more detail to develope their conservation programme. Mitochrondrial protein coding gene ND2 was analyzed in the presen study. Bird samples in form of blood and tissue were collected from three populations in Java (G. Halimun, G. Gede Pangrango, Ujung Kulon) and 1 population in Sumatera (Jambi) islands. DNA was extracted from each sample and then be used in the Polimerase Chain Reaction (PCR) to amplify the DNA fragment of ND2 gene. Each DNA fragment was sequenced, and then 1023 base pairs of ND2 gene sequence of all 26 bird samples were analyzed. Sequence data of the birds from Borneo island were obatained from GenBank. The DNA sequences of ND2 gene contained 32.2 % of adenine (A), 25.6 % of timine (T), 32.0 % of citosine (C), and 10.3 % of guanine (G). There were 119 polymorphic sites. In total of 26 birds had 26 DNA sequence haplotypes with haplotype diversity (Hd) = 0.998 ± 0.009 and nucleotide diversity (Pi) = 0,02456 ± 0,00108. Nucleotype diversity for each population/location ranged from 0.0017± 0.0107 (Ujung Kulon) to 0.0112 (G. halimun). Nucleotide diversity in G. Gede Pangrango and G. Halimun were higher than in Jambi and Ujung Kulon. While, haplotype diversity was relatively similar one and each other location. Phylogeny analysis informed that the birds from Ujung Kulon (Java) clustered together and appears to be close related to Jambi (Sumatera) and Borneo than to another cluster that contained birds from G.Halimun and G. Gede Pangrango. Keywords: Bird, Litle Spiderhunter (Arachnothera longirostra), Java and Sumatera islands, gene diversity, mitochondrial ND2 gene, DNA sequnce
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B-14 Zinc Oxide and Aluminum Nitride Thin Films as Pyroelectric Energy Harvesters Catherine B. Tugado1, Arvin Jay S. Escolano1, Arven I. Cafe2, Vern C. Copa1, Armando S. Somintac2 and ElmerS.Estacio2 1Materials Science and Engineering Program; 2National Institute of Physics, College of Science, University of the Philippines Diliman Email:
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Waste energy from inefficient devices and machines are released easily to the environment in the form of heat and infrared light, thus rapidly contributing to global warming and climate change. This has led to various research efforts that aims to reduce the amount of wasted energy or transform it into more usable forms. One possible technique is to transform waste energy into electricity using the pyroelectric effect. In this study, the pyroelectric properties of aluminum nitride (AlN) and zinc oxide (ZnO) thin films were investigated. The ZnO and AlN films were synthesized using spray pyrolysis and radio frequency magnetron sputtering, respectively. The pyroelectric properties of the thin films were studied by illuminating the samples with an infrared light source and measuring the current and voltage response. The ZnO and AlN thin films have shown excellent pyroelectric properties, with ZnO having four and AlN three times higher voltage response when exposed to IR light. Additionally, the thin films have shown fast and stable response under cyclic exposure to IR light. In summary, we are able to demonstrate the pyroelectric properties of fabricated ZnO and AlN thin films that could have potential applications in energy harvesting devices. Keywords: Pyroelectricity, energy harvesting, zinc oxide, aluminum nitride, spray pyrolysis, rf magnetron
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B-15 Medium-Term Water Consumption Forecasting using Artificial Neural Networks Lemuel Clark P. Velasco, Angelie Rose B. Granados, Jilly Mae A. Ortega and Kyla Veronica D. Pagtalunan Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology Iligan City, Philippines Email:
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Water is considered to be a valuable universal resource that is why consumption forecasting is a vital process in managing water resources among developing and developed countries. With an appropriate forecasting model that can generate close to accurate prediction of a locality’s water consumption, water utilities can come up with good medium terms plans and measures of water management. This study attempted to develop a forecasting model that will predict the monthly water consumption of a highly urbanized city in five different categories: domestic, commercial, industrial, bulk and whole. An artificial neural network (ANN) was used to analyze the sixteen-year data from January 1998 to December 2014 and predict the future values from January to December 2015 for the decision making of the city’s water utility. Data preparation, neural network model designing, model simulation using Neuroph Studio and testing of forecasted results was conducted. The MAPE values of the forecasted and actual results obtained in this study for training and testing was below the stated error range except for Bulk and Industrial category in which the fluctuation of the actual water consumption in Bulk and Industrial category can be the cause for its big MAPE results. Overall, the model produced results that were within the acceptable error. The results obtained in this research suggest that ANN model is a viable forecasting technique in predicting next month water consumption. Keywords: Artificial Neural Network; Water Consumption; Forecasting
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B-16 Turmeric Dye-based Colorimetric Sensor for Fish Freshness Christopher Jude T. Vergara1, Laureen Ida M. Ballesteros1, Elmer S. Estacio2 and Armando S. Somintac2 Materials Science and Engineering Program; 2National Institute of Physics University of the Philippines, Diliman Email:
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Products in the agricultural, and fisheries industry are susceptible to spoilage during transport and storage. In particular, a natural dye-based colorimetric sensor for fish freshness would make a significant contribution to the consumers of fish products. Curcumin is a molecule present in turmeric dye which reacts with alkaline gases resulting in a change in color. Some examples of these alkaline gases are ammonia and trimethylamine which are given off during fish spoilage. This work demonstrates the use of turmeric dye as the sensing element for a fish freshness sensor. For the sensor fabrication, dye was extracted from 2g of turmeric powder and then allowed to adsorb on titanium dioxide for 12 hours. The dye sensitized-titanium dioxide was applied onto a polymer substrate using the doctor-blade method. Exposure times for the sensors were set at 4, 8, 12, and 24 hours. Using optical reflectance spectroscopy, we were able to quantify the sensor response to vapor from spoiling fish. The results indicate that a longer exposure time resulted to lower reflectance from the sensor. The integrated intensity of the ratio of post-exposure over pre-exposure reflectance spectra in the 570-750 nm wavelength region for the 4 and 8 hour samples are 2548.2 and 2825.6 respectively. A large drop was observed after 12 hours of exposure with the integrated ratio for 12 and 24 hours of exposure at 1817.0 and 987.5 respectively. These results show that the sensor is capable of indicating the spoilage of tilapia when left out for 12 hours or more. Keywords: food safety; natural dye; colorimetric sensor; fish freshness
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B-17 Conservation, Assessment of Genetic Diversity and Screening of Phytoactive Compounds of Ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.) Germplasm at the National Plant Genetic Resources Laboratory Maria Lea H. Villavicencio1, Darel Kenth S. Antesco2, AntonioS.Laurena3, Erin RavenT.Mojica1 National Plant Genetic Resources laboratory, Institute of Plant Breeding, Institute of Crop Science, 3Biochemistry and Analytical Services Laboratories, Institute of Plant Breeding College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines, Los Baños Email:
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Ginger is one of the most valued and utilized spices in the world and is known for its medicinal use like as an anti-inflammatory drug for treating rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. The NPGRL aims to preserve the genetic diversity of ginger in the country through collection, regeneration, conservation and enhance utilization through characterization and evaluation. Four major activities were implemented to achieve this objective: collecting, regeneration, conservation and maintenance of germplasm; characterization and further evaluation through chemical characterization, like assay and screening for phytoactive compounds. Seventy three ginger accessions were collected from 32 provinces and these are currently maintained and conserved in the field genebank of NPGRL. Twenty (20) accessions were morphologically characterized and evaluated for phytoactive compounds. Diversity analysis using Shannon-Weaver diversity index were computed for 16 characters and results showed that five morphological traits contributed to the high diversity of the collection and these are: leaf length and width, pseudostem diameter, length of rhizome and weight of rhizome. Results of the proximate analysis and analysis for functional properties identified three promising collections with high % protein content, high % scavenging or antioxidant activity, high total high total phenolics (737.25 mg GAE/100g) and flavonoid content (575.05 mg QE/100 mg). Keywords: Ginger; Zingiber offinale Rosc.; genetic diversity; phytoactive compounds, germplasm conservation
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B-18 Pollen Sources and Some Aspects in the Ecology of Apis andreniformis Smith from Select Barangays in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan Jacquilyn L. Estrada, Analinda C. Manila-Fajardo and Noel G. Sabino Institute of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines Email:
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Sixteen colonies of Apis andreniformis Smith was used to determine the pollen sources and some ecological aspects of the species in Puerto Princesa City (PPC), Palawan. Twenty-six palynomorphs belonging to five families and 21 genera were identified in the honey and midgut. Common Palawan plants, Adonidia merrillii (Bess.) and Begonia laciniata Roxb. were most abundant. Gram-positive, catalase negative and aerotolerant putative lactic acid bacteria (LAB) were detected in the midguts of 10 colony samples. Statistical analyses showed possible effects of pollen sources on the incidence and types of LAB. A. andreniformis also prefers to live within the annual average temperature (31.33°C), precipitation (135.15 mm) and relative humidity (69.15%). Length, width, and branch thickness averaged at 166.25, 135.63 and 48.81 mm, respectively. Interactions between floral characteristics such as structure; colony health and environmental conditions may have played an important role in the species’ food preference and presence of LAB types. Keywords: Apis andreniformis; pollen sources; ecology; Puerto Princesa; Palawan
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B-19 Indigenous Plants and Trees for Food and Agrobiodiversity: The Case of Dillenia philippinensis (Katmon) Amparo M. Wagan1 ,Nelly S. Aggangan2 ,Leonisa A. Artes2 ,Marife T. Ombico3, Leonardo L. Tamisin, Jr.4 and Michelle E. Omana4
Agricultural Systems Institute, College of Agriculture and Food Sciences; 2National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (BIOTECH); 3Food Science Institute, 4Agricultural Systems Institute, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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The Philippines is endowed with rich biodiversity thus numerous indigenous plants and trees yet is in the list of biodiversity hotspots in the world. One reason is the little attention given to the conservation and proper utilization of these native/wild plants and trees. Dillenia philippinensis R (Katmon) is among the endemic yet threatened trees in the country. While a tree of varied uses, there is very limited knowledge on how it can best be propagated, properly utilized and conserved. This project intends to provide technical support to the development of native plants and trees, specifically Dillenia philippinensis and enhance their value for food and agrobiodiversity. The specific objectives are to develop production technology for Katmon and to enhance capability of rural women in value-addition and product development for Katmon. The project recommends vegetative propagation using mature and juvenile stems that can shorten time to fruiting and overcome the difficulty of propagation through seeds. Over a hundred representatives from rural women groups in Real, Infanta and General Nakar Quezon were trained on proper and improved processing of Katmon fruits into a variety of novelty food products with economic potential andat par with counterpart products that are already commercially available. There are constraints to conservation and proper utilization of indigenous plants and trees as experienced in this project and support institutions will play important roles. Keywords: Dillenia philippinensis R., Katmon, Agrobiodiversity
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B-20 Contribution of Biochars in the Improvement of Soil Health: An Investigation Gina V. Pangga, Amparo M. Wagan, Christine A. Antonio and Leonardo L. Tamisin, Jr. Agricultural Systems Cluster, College of Agriculture University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna, 4031 Email:
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Over these years there has been a large number of publications on the application of biochar to a wide range of problem soils. Many of the earlier pot and field trials were carried out using biochars of either unknown origin or produced in cook stoves/simple kilns. A series of pot experiments has been conducted on biochars that have been produced in pyrolytic cook stoves. The chemical properties and micro/nano structures of 3 biochars (water hyacinth, mahogany flower receptacles and corn cobs) have been fully characterized. Examination of the structural and chemical composition of biochar surfaces applied to soils has indicated that biochars become more effective after the surfaces have been oxidized and organo-mineral phases are formed on the surface. The affinity of biochars to organic and mineral fertilizers were demonstrated by corn responses grown under sandy (Cumulic Hapludolls) and acidic (Typic Eutrudepts) soils. Nutrient affinity means that all organic matter added to soil significantly improves various soil functions. Biochar has a longer term effect with its benefits in the retention of nutrients and soil fertility as against to other nutrient strategies. Biochar application to the soil is considered as a soil amelioration technique, enhancing plant growth by supplying more nutrients and providing other functions such as improving the physical, chemical and biological properties of the soil. Results such as these confirmed the potential of biochars in the improvement of soil quality that will lead into the restoration of soil resiliency and soil health. Keywords: cook stove, pyrolysis, nano structures, nutrient affinity
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B-21 Spatio-temporal Water Quality Changes as Reflections of Land Use Changes and Climatic Variations in Laguna de Bay, Philippines JonathanT.Macuroy1, Clarisse Siababa1, Decibel F. Eslava1, Nathaniel C. Bantayan2 and Jeannette Avellano2, Loucel Cui1 School of Environmental Science and Management College of Forestry and Natural Resources University of the Philippines, Los Baños, Laguna Email:
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Lake environments provide numerous ecosystems services that range from provisioning to regulatory. In some cases, the number and variety of functions these environments serve also lead to conflicts between uses and users. Water quality monitoring provides a measure for understanding how a lake and its rivers are faring relative to both natural and anthropogenic activities witin the watershed. Laguna de Bay in the Philippines is a lake of interest in this regard. It is a good example of a multi-use resource that continues to experience significant changes due to expansive urbanization, continued agricultural activities, aquaculture, power generation, rapid land use changes, and climate change, among others. Impacts from these activities are initially reflected in the watershed’s rivers prior to being reflected in the lake environment itself.
In the 2005 Millenium Ecosystem Assessment’s Sub-global Assessment of the Laguna de Bay and its environments, most of the rivers that drain into this basin were characterized as being in very poor conditions based on various physicochemical parameters. In fact, most of the major rivers in the basin were declared as virtually dead.
This study reviews the results of the subglobal assessment and compares them with more recent data for three of the lake’s rivers: San Cristobal, San Juan, and the Molawin-Dampalit Rivers. Variations in basic parameters such as dissolved oxygen (DO), pH, and temperature from the years after the assessment report was published to present. Initial observations indicate that, despite measures put in place through legislation by the national government, key parameters indicate that the rivers have not improved at all, and that in some respects, the rivers’ health levels have in fact continued to decline. These figures are examined relative to how (1) changes in land use within the subwatersheds, and (2) temporal and spatial climate variabilities have potentially influenced these observed continued environmental degradation. Keywords: river water quality; land use changes; climate variability; Laguna de Bay
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B-22 Effect of Glues and Preservatives on Properties and Durability of Engineered Bamboo (E-bamboo) Boards Marina A. Alipon
Forest Products Research and Development Institute Department of Science and Technology Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines Email:
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To enhance the utilization of E-bamboo as construction materials, cost-effective glue and preservative combination should be studied. There can be more cost effective glue-preservative treatment combinations for our quality produced E-bamboo products. The study aimed to evaluate the effect of glue and preservative treatments on the physico-mechanical properties and durability against wood-destroying insects, respectively of E-bamboo boards from kauayan tinik (Bambusa blumeana J. A. & J. H. Schultes) and giant bamboo [Dendrocalamus asper (Schultes f.) Backer ex Heyne]. Costs of glues to bind bamboo slats and chemical treatments were computed.
Six glue types were used: polyvinyl acetate (PVAc), for interior and exterior used (Glue 1), PVAc for interior used (Glue 2), urea formaldehyde (UF, Glue 3), Glue 3 + 5% isocyanate (Glue 4), Glue 3 + 1.5% isocyanate (Glue 5) and phenol formaldehyde (PF, Glue 6). The chemical used included (imidachloroprid, permethrin, fenvalerate, deltamethrin, propiconazole, deltamethrin + propiconazole and DOT. Standard procedures were applied in evaluating the physical (relative density and moisture content) and mechanical (modulus of rupture, modulus of elasticity in static bending, hardness and shear) properties of the E-bamboo boards.
E-bamboo glued with PF and UF did not pass the Formaldehyde Emission Limits (FEL) for composite wood products in USA. However, both passed the FEL for composite wood products in Japan although urea formaldehyde fell in the average limit category. Over-all, glue treatment combination of PVAc (Glue 1) + deltamethrin(T4) would be highly recommended for high end-products such as in housing components (floor tiles, balusters, windows and doors). The UF (Glue 3) + deltamethrin (T4) combination was also cost- effective. However, the strength properties of UF, particularly shear which measures the bonding strength of glue to the bamboo slats was significantly lower than those samples glued with PVAc. Keywords: glue, preservatives, physical and mechanical properties
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Event History Analysis of Indoor Thermal Environment and Care-requiring Condition of Residents in Nursing Homes Yukie Hayashi1, Toshiharu Ikaga2, Tanji Hoshi3 and Shintaro Ando4
Graduate School of Science and Technology, Keio University, Hiyoshi, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Japan Faculty of Science and Technology, Keio University, Hiyoshi, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama, Japan 3 Faculty of Urban Environmental Sciences, Tokyo Metropolitan University, Minami-ohsawa, Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan 4 Faculty of Environmental Engineering, The University of Kitakyushu, Hibikino, Wakamatsu-ku, Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan Email:
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The Japanese population is ageing, and as one consequence, the number of residents in nursing homes is increasing. The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare defines care prevention as preventing a care-requiring condition from arising, and when a care-requiring condition already exists, preventing deterioration and aiming to improve. However, mean care level in nursing homes is still increasing, and care prevention strategies are not enough to prevent future increase. A field survey was conducted during winter 2015 to clarify the effect of indoor thermal environment on care-requiring condition of residents in nursing homes. Indoor air temperature and humidity were measured in 20-min intervals over approximately 4 weeks, and a questionnaire survey was administered to care workers regarding various characteristics of nursing home residents and buildings. Participants were 988 residents in 20 nursing homes. The nursing homes were classified into two groups based on measured indoor air temperature or humidity. Cox proportional hazards regression analysis was used to assess the effect of indoor thermal environment on care-requiring condition of residents in nursing homes. Two questions were evaluated: “Did the care level deteriorate (increase)?” and “If so, how long did it take for care level to deteriorate?” As a result, the cold group and the dry group had a higher risk of deterioration of care level. The study results are expected to contribute to improvements in the indoor thermal environment and to care prevention among residents of nursing homes. Keywords: Indoor Thermal Environment, Aged Care, Nursing home, Field Survey, Senior Living, Cox proportional hazards regression analysis
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The Development of the Quattro Timber Window Make it Easily Possible to Develop Low Cost, Wide Window, Passive Type, Zero Energy House (ZEH) Ben Nakamura
Architectural Institute of Japan Email:
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Development of Kimado Quattro 0.51 high quality timber window In 2013, I and Mr. Kihara, who is an excellent manufacturer to develop, have developed 4 layered glass timber sash, named finally got the world highest insulation quality of 0.51w/㎡k, in compared with alminum sashes with pair glasses is 4.5w/㎡k, timber sashes with pair glasses is 2.9w/㎡k. This Kimdo Quttro 0.51 has same quality of the wall required of 0.53w/㎡k Development of the Low cost Wide window Passive Zero Energy House have developed passive type low energy house in this almost 35 years. After the East Japan Earthquake and Nuclear Accident Keywords: Low Cost Zero Energy House (ZEH); Wide Window, Passive Energy House; Highest Insulation Quality Window;
Authors for the discovery of the disaster areas. In this 5 yearsI have organized incorporated body Mokusouken which means the institute to research and develop the culture of the timber zero energy house using this “Kimado Quattro 0.51” in Japan. The member of the organization has been increased to 30and we have developed 10 zero energy house of wide (7.2m) houses in few prefectures, by using the Quattro 0.51 timber window. This technology will be used for zero energy house in energy efficient way in every country of the world.
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C-01 What Predicts the Malnutrition Among a Select Group of Filipino Elderly in Institutionalized Setting? A Partial Least Square (PLS) study Arianne Sherie L. Agustin, Roniel Rose O. Barrientos, Shaira G. Carandang, Gabrieleene B. Viray, Allan B. de Guzman, Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines
The overall intent of this study is to examine the relationship among several factors that influence the malnutrition of a select group of Filipino elderly in institutionalized setting. A total of 102 residents were purposively recruited from three different institutionalized care settings at the national capital region of the Philippines. A multi-aspect questionnaire was used to characterize the demographic and nutrition profiles of the participants. Data were treated statistically using the Partial Least Square design. Notably, the study showed that 48.0% of the elderly residents in institutions were at risk of malnutrition, 36.3% were malnourished and 15.7% have normal nutritional status. Malnutrition was found to be prevalent among the female group, aged >70 years old, functional impairment (p=<0.01), poor eating habits (p=0.01), lower dietary intake (p=0.01) and eating difficulties (p=0.04). However, statistically significant relationships between eating habits (p=0.08) and dietary intake; and comorbidities (p=0.32) and malnutrition were not established. Impliedly, administrators of homecare institutions are invited to pay greater attention to the nutritional status of the elderly by institutionalizing nutrition assessment and evaluation practices and nutrition care planning that respond to the identified nutritional needs and concern of the elderly. Keywords: malnutrition; functional capacity; dietary intake; eating habits; eating difficulties; comorbidities
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C-02 Factors Affecting Occurrence of Dengue Fever in Major Cities of Southeast Asia Tetsu Kubota, Masaki Ida, Andhang Rakhmat Trihamdani, Kento Sumida Graduate School for International Development and Cooperation Hiroshima University, Japan Email:
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Major cities of Southeast Asia are suspected of already experiencing urban heat islands as a result of rapid urbanization. Moreover, global temperature is projected to increase further by 2-4°C until the late 21st century across the region. The increased urban temperature would lead to significant impacts on human health in the cities. This paper shows the results of primary study on factors affecting the occurrence of dengue fever in major cities of Southeast Asia, including Jakarta, Bandung, Bangkok and Singapore. Multiple regression analyses were conducted using the historical data (over the last 10-20 years) on climate and socio-economy in the cities, respectively. First, we investigated the transmission periods of dengue fever through regression analyses and found that the dengue fever occurred particularly about 2-3 months after the incidences such as rainfall. The further results showed that the climatic factors such as daily minimum/mean temperatures, precipitation/ humidity, and rice production were able to explain the occurrence of dengue fever in Jakarta and Bandung (R2=0.63, 0.84), while the number of in-coming passengers merely explained the occurrence in Singapore (R2=0.25). This implies that the major factors are considered climatic factors in developing countries (e.g. Jakarta and Bandung), whereas those in developed countries such as Singapore can be seen in external factors. These formulations would be useful for policy makers or urban planners to project the future occurrence of dengue fever under the warmed urban climates. Keywords: Dengue fever; Infectious disease; Tropics; Urban heat island; Global warming; Southeast Asia
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C-03 Synthesis and Biological Studies of Substrate-based Probes of Galactofuranosyltransferase 1 (GlfT1) Towards Understanding Mycobacterium tuberculosis Gladys C. Completo1, Mikel Jason DG. Allas1, Rowin Christian B. Angkico2, Jaevee William T. Espejo2, Ruixiang B.Z heng3 and Todd L. Lowary3 Institute of Chemistry, UP Los Baños, College, Laguna 4031 Chemistry Department, De La Salle University 3 Department of Chemistry, The University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada Email:
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The reemergence of the mycobacterial disease tuberculosis as a human threat has prompted interest in the development of new drugs for the treatment of this disease. The major structural polysaccharide of the mycobacterial cell wall is an arabinogalactan (AG), which is linked to peptidoglycan. The AG is composed of a linker disaccharide to which is attached a linear galactan with alternating -(15) and -(1 6) linkages of D-galactofuranose (Galf) units. The galactan portion of the chain is known to be formed via the action of two bifunctional galactosyltransferases, GlfT1 and GlfT2. In this study, disaccharide octyl-D-galactofuranosyl-(14)-L-rhamnopyranoside that resembles a portion of a significant molecule involved in the biosynthesis of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis cell wall was synthesized for use in mapping the substrate specificity of GffT1. Kinetic studies showed that this disaccharide is a substrate of GlfT1, thus suggesting that the omission of the N-acetylgalactosamine moiety does not affect the enzyme’s recognition of its substrate. Our findings are instrumental in the design of a panel of putative inhibitors of GlfT1 which can lead to the formulation of a potent therapeutic agent against tuberculosis. Keywords: tuberculosis;galactofuranosyltransferase 1; arabinogalactan
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C-04 DOST Mosquito Ovicidal/Larvicidal (OL) Trap System: A Tool in Assisting Reduction of Dengue Incidence in 2011 Nationwide Annabelle V. Briones1, Nuna E. Almanzor2, Alicia G. Garbo1, Maricar B. Carandang1 and Josie L. Pondevida1 Industrial Technology Development Institute, Department of Scinece and tehcnology, Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines 2 Adamson University, Metro Manila, Philippines Email:
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The pressing need to support the government’s program in reducing the incidence of dengue cases in the Philippines was the main reason for developing the DOST Ovicidal/Larvicidal (O/L) Trap System. The system is a device used to control Aedes mosquito population which can monitor, control and detect mosquito populations. It has three important parts: a black container, a small strip of lawanit measuring 1” x 6.5” for mosquitoes to lay their eggs on, and pellets as larvicide.
A total of 700,000 OL-Trap Kits were distributed nationwide with 6 months supply of pelletized larvicide. These were installed in 175,000 households which were identified by the DOST and DOH regional offices of which dengue incidence/cases and ovitrap indices were closely monitored by them. Installation of the OL trap system nationwide was able to bring down the population of Aedes mosquitoes as shown in the decline of ovitrap indices in almost all regions within 6 months. It also helped in reducing dengue incidence and cases in 2011.
The DOST Mosquito Ovicidal/Larvicidal (OL) Trap System is an effective tool in assisting the reduction of dengue incidence through controlling the Aedes mosquito population. Keywords: Aedes mosquito; ovicidal; larvicidal; ovitrap indices; dengue
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C-05 Particle Swarm Optimization Trained Neural Network for Medical Diagnosis Orven E. Llantos1, Eugie L. Limpin2, Ellen L. Pates3 and Macy P. Pellerin4 Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology Codeflux, Inc 3 Accenture 4 Primeshare, Inc Email:
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The use of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) as classifiers has recently been gaining popularity in diagnosing diseases. Most of the researches conducted that employed the use of ANNs diagnose a specific kind of disease but few researches tackle typical medical diagnosis. Furthermore, Particle Swarm Optimization has been shown to be a robust training algorithm for ANNs for a wide variety of classification problems. Multilayer Perceptron Neural Networks trained using Particle Swam Optimization (PSO) used for classification diseases is utilized in this research. Experiments were conducted using dataset for acute diseases obtained from Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology (MSU-IIT) clinic and dataset for thyroid diseases from the UCI Machine Learning Data Repository as first and second dataset respectively. The data gathered from MSU-IIT clinic were normalized, disregarding repetitive data choosing only the most frequently occurring illness: Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (URTI), Systematic Viral Infection (SVI), and Acute Tonsillitis. The file from UCI Machine learning Data Repository consist of 5 attributes and 3 classes of diagnosis concerning thyroid diseases classification cases. There are 215 data samples in which 150 of it is used for training the network and the remaining 65 is for testing the network. The network trained with PSO can correctly classify diseases more than 90% of the time on the first dataset and more than 80% on the second dataset in greater than 600 and less than 1000 iterations. Results show that PSO can successfully optimize the weights of a Neural Network and produce good classification performance. Keywords: Artificial Neural Network, Multilayer Perceptron, Particle Swarm Optimization, Medical Diagnosis
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C-06 Mathematical Dengue Model Providing Insights on the Transmission Dynamics in the Philippines Jose Maria L. Escaner IV and Aurelio B. de los Reyes
Institute of Mathematics, College of Science University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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Dengue hemorrhagic fever remains one of the leading cause of morbidity and death in the Philippines. The increasing incidence have been attributed to the growing population, increasing urbanization, and limited success of vector control measures. This research aims to analyze some parameters that affect the transmission dynamics of dengue, using a modified SIR-SI framework which includes the class of hospitalized infected humans. Sensitivity analysis is used as a tool to determine how influential the model parameters are vis-á-vis variations in the model output. Partial rank correlation coefficient (PRCC) is utilized to address how the output is affected by changes in a specific parameter disregarding the uncertainty over the rest of the parameters. Parameters are estimated by minimizing the least squares error between output and observed values. The adaptability of the dengue model is tested using the reported dengue cases by morbidity week in the Philippines for the year 2014 and 2015. Parametric bootstrap is employed to ensure the reliability of the estimates. Model parameters are identified based on available data. The mortality rate and the birth rate are estimated from WHO report 2015. Sensitive parameters including the mosquito biting rate, transmission probability from mosquito to human respectively, from human to mosquito, and fraction of individuals who get hospitalized posted high PRCC values are estimated using the Philippine dengue data. Bootstrapping results ascertain reliable values of the parameter estimates. With the obtained parameter values, the model reflects the dengue transmission dynamics in the Philippines. Keywords: dengue model, sensitivity analysis, parameter estimation, model identification
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C-07 Inhibitory Activity of a New Alkaloid in Latently HIV Infected Cells Ma. SheilaM.de Jesus1, Allan Patrick Macabeo1,2, John DonnieA.Ramos1,2, KaoriAsamitsu3, TakashiOkamoto3 The Graduate School, 2College of Science, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya City University, Nagoya, Japan Email:
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There is a growing number of human immunodeficiency viruses (HIV) exhibiting resistance to some of the commonly used drugs for antiretroviral therapy. Screening natural products is one way of identifying candidate anti-HIV drugs where the mode of action should preferably suppress HIV transcription if not eliminate the virus. In this study, three indole alkaloids isolated from an endemic Philippine plant, Voacanga globosa, were investigated for its capability to suppress HIV transcription. The purified compounds, globospiramine, vobtusine and deoxyvobtusine, were subjected to WST-1 cytotoxicity assay and cytotoxic concentration at 50 % (CC50) was determined. Compounds at different concentrations were then introduced to latently HIV infected OM10.1 and J-Lat cells in the presence of 1-5ng of TNF (tissue necrosis factor). After 3 days of incubation, supernatants were harvested and tested for the HIV p24 antigen ELISA assay. Compounds that showed inhibitory action were introduced to 293 cells for transfection-luciferase assay using specific promoter plasmids: HIV LTR-luc, NFkB-luc and mutant kB-luc; Flavopiridol was used as positive control. Findings showed globospiramine at 10nM (IC50) inhibited TNF-induced HIV replication in J-Lat cells and at 100nM in OM10.1 as measured in HIV p24 antigen levels in ELISA. CC50 is 5uM for both OM10.1 and J-Lat cells. Deoxyvobtusine and vobtusine did not show remarkable anti-HIV activity. Furthermore, only globospiramine was found to suppress HIV transcription by inhibiting activation of HIV-LTR by cellular transcription factors including NFkB but with some cytotoxicity. With further studies on this new alkaloid, globospiramine is a good candidate for novel anti-HIV drug. Keywords: anti-HIV; alkaloid; HIV; cytotoxicity; transcription; antiretroviral
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C-08 Preparation and Characterization of Chitosan and Chitosan/Polypyrrole Films for Bone Tissue Engineering Sittie Zuleiha S. Salik1, Maria Amelita C. Estaacio2, Rowen T. Yolo3, Christina A. Binag1,4,5
The Graduate School,University of Santo Tomas Department of Veterinary Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine University of Philippines Los Baños 3 Department of Anatomic Pathology, University of Santo Tomas Hospital 4 Department of Chemistry, College of Science, 5Research Center for the Natural & Applied Sciences, University of Santo Tomas Email:
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Damaged bone repair and replacement have been an orthopedic problem worldwide. The use of biocompatible and biodegradable materials has been widely studied for tissue engineering and chitosan (CS) alongside with polypyrrole (PPy) has emerged as promising candidates. The study aims to apply pure CS and CS/PPy films in vivo in male ICR mice for bone tissue engineering. Pure CS and CS/PPy composite films were prepared by glass casting in Petri dish and were subjected to various characterizations. Water uptake study of the scaffolds was done by immersing it for 24 hours in ultrapure water, while total porosity of the scaffolds was estimated using liquid displacement method. Water uptake of 879.61% (29.14% RSD, n=10), porosity of 51.77 (54.86% RSD, n=10), and swelling studies of 326.69% (5.57% RSD, n=3) of CS/PPy film are higher compared to the water uptake of 707.43% (40.50% RSD, n=10), porosity of 24.05% (60.93% RSD, n=10), and swelling studies of 239.60% (18.92% RSD, n=3) of pure CS which means that the addition of PPy enhanced CS. Further investigations of the performance of the films through motor assessment and histopathology studies showed that both films have helped in bone tissue regeneration with no foreign body reaction indicating, that both films, pure CS and CS/PPy, are biocompatible. Keywords: chitosan; polypyrrole; chitosan/polypyrrole film; scaffolds; bone tissue engineering
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C-09 The Moderating Effect of Physical Activity on the Food Intake and Nutritional Status of Filipino Elderly Priests and Nuns AllanB.de Guzman, Richmond Giovanni S. Chan, Joseph Q. Estipona, Lanze Miguel B. Llorin, Jonathan V. Selfaison,
Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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While there had been numerous studies conducted among the elderly across the globe, little is known about the nutritional status of elderly religious groups. The purpose of the study is to determine the moderating effect of physical activity to the food intake and nutritional status of a select group of elderly priests and nuns in the Philippines. Eighty-eighty elderly religious from different congregations in the National Capital Region (NCR) and CALABARZON, Philippines were purposively recruited to participate in the study. Data were gathered using a checklist for eating difficulty, 24 hour food recall, anthropometric assessment (BMI), Ascertain Dementia 8-item Informant Questionnaire (AD8) and Physical Activity Scale for Elderly (PASE). Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics via SPSS version 20.0 and WarpPLS version 5.0. Findings revealed that presence of eating difficulty (P = 0.05) affects elderly food intake and is moderated by disease condition (ß = 0.34). However, being not at risk of dementia (P = 0.05) does not have an impact on food intake. Food intake had an effect on the criterion variable, nutritional status that is predominantly normal (BMI = 18.5 kg/m2 - 24.5 kg/m2) if moderated by physical activity. Increase in food intake leads to better nutritional status when it is moderated by physical activity. The religious elderly were found to be well taken care of in institutions they reside, although incorporating diet modifications, observing regular physical activity, and seeking help from registered nutritionist-dietitians will help achieve good nutritional status. Keywords: eating difficulty; disease condition; food intake; cognitive function; physical activity; nutritional status
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C-10 Skin Wound Healing and Dermal Irritation Studies of Cocos nucifera L. (Coconut) Endosperm in BALB/c Mice Erna C. Arollado1, Arlene A. Samaniego2, Rohani B. Cena3, Josephine D. Agapito4, Gerwin Louis T. Dela Torre1, Richelle Ann M. Manalo1
Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, National Institutes of Health, University of the Philippines Manila Office of the Vice Chancellor for Administration, University of the Philippines Manila and Microscopic Anatomy Section, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines 3 National Institutes of Health (NIH, Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, 4Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines, Manila Email:
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Mature endosperm of Cocos nucifera L. (family Arecaceae), or coconut fruit, has been used in folkloric medicine as wound healing agent. However, valuable scientific evidence of its traditional use has not yet been verified. This study evaluates the wound healing activity of Cocos nucifera L. (Family Arecaceae) endosperm on the excised wound in BALB/c mice. Three concentrations (90%, 60% and 30%) of C. nucifera endosperm were prepared for topical application using petroleum jelly as base. The safety of the formulation was evaluated using dermal irritation test. The prepared concentrations, Solcoseryl® ointment (positive control) and petroleum jelly (negative control) were topically applied daily on the excised wounds and observed for wound healing activity for 14 days, with histological evaluations at days 7 and 14. The 90% C. nucifera endosperm showed no clinical signs of dermal irritation during the study duration, confirming the safety for topical usage. All groups demonstrated scab formation and evident wound size reduction at days 7 and 9, respectively. Distinct wound healing contraction was observed at day 14, with 60% C. nucifera endosperm exhibiting significant activity compared to negative control (p = 0.009) and untreated (p = 0.046) groups. It also displayed the highest activity, with notable similarity in the activity of Solcoseryl®, and revealed the most organized epidermis comparable to normal skin. This study validates the folkloric use of C. nucifera endosperm in facilitating wound healing process, with 60% C. nucifera endosperm exhibiting the most desirable activity. Keywords: coconut endosperm; wound healing; dermal irritation
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C-11 Simulated Laparoscopic Training and Measurement Systems Based on a Low-cost EMG Armband With Integrated Web-Based Logging and Analysis System Harold Jay M. Bolingot1, Gemalyn D. Abrajano2, Nathaniel J. C. Libatique2, Gregory L. Tangonan2, Deogracias Alberto G. Reyes3 and Jeremiede Guzman4 Ateneo de Manila University Ateneo Innovation Center 3 Center for Advanced Skills, Simulation, and Training Innovation of The Medical City 4 Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health, Philippines Email:
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Laparoscopic surgery has emerged as a favorable procedure due to its great advantages for both the surgeon and the patient. However, many in the profession have reported incidents of fatigue and injury in endoscopic procedures, which indicates the need for more ergonomic designs as well as more effective training systems that exercise the muscle groups required for the procedure, especially in operations of long duration. Progress in biomechanical sensing and signal processing have allowed muscle fatigue to be identified by recording and analyzing the EMG in certain muscle groups. We have devised a system that explores key muscle groups actuation via a now-commonly available EMG gaming interface, the Myo Armband. This EMG device enables the recording of transient signals about the muscle activity, and can be used to observe the development of muscle fatigue. This research focuses on detecting the development of muscle fatigue in the muscle groups located in the right forearm (flexor carpum radialis, flexor carpum ulnaris, and the smaller forearm extensors) in ten participants performing simulated exercises of fundamental laparoscopic skills. EMG signals are recorded using an armband worn on the forearm, that houses eight surface electrodes sampling at 200 Hz. For detecting muscle fatigue, time frequency methods and independent component analysis were used, and this detection process was further automated by introducing a deep-learning algorithm to classify the EMG of the forearm muscle groups between relaxed and fatigued states. This system is also developed using modern web-based technologies for effortless data collection and visualization. Keywords: laparoscopic surgery; surface-based EMG; muscle fatigue; independent component analysis; timefrequency methods
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C-12 ”Traditional Knowledge” and ”Chinese Traditional Medicine”Concerning ABS: Political Mistraslation by Chinese Government and Japanese Government Tsutomu Inamura
University of Ryukyus, Japan Email:
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Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit sharing (ABS) become fully applicable on 12 October 2015. Chinese(P.R.C.) Government agree with Nagoya Protcol last year. Japanese Government discuss civil law now. This ABS is for the rights of Access and use of genetic resources and associated traditional knowledge of indigeneous people or local community. In 2000, I joined International Conference of Hani/Akha Culture held in Sipsongpanna (Xishuangbanna) Yunnan Province,China. Two books were published in China about traditional medical herbs of Hani/Akha Minority in China. I examined these two books in 3 years comparing Akha herbs in Thailand and my own fieldwork. The result is that these are fake books, these book are only tranlation of Han Chinese classic books, it is not Hani/Akha traditional knowledge. Chinese government call Chinese nation’s traditional knowledge including minorities Chinese traditional medicine.
In 1934, Japanese famous scholar Kunio Yanagita traslate tradition as Densho. Now Japanese government translate traditional knowledge Dento teki Chishikii. In these days Densho and Dento are different categories. Densho means folklore. In the discussion of ABS, folklore is excluded from traditional knowledge. The Philippines has already implemented ABS domestic law since 1995 and I would like to discuss this issue. Keywords: ABS, Chinese Traditional Medicine, Traditional knowledge, Tradition, Kunio Yamagita, folklore
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Study on the Summer Thermal Comfort in Temporary Shelters in Nepal after Massive Earthquake 2015 Rita Thapa K.C., Hom Bahadur Rijal, Masanori Shukuya Tokyo City University, Japan Email:
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After massive earthquake 2015, thousands of Nepalese homeless victims are doomed to live in thermally uncomfortable temporary shelters. These shelters are affecting by different climatic variations, solar radiation and so on. Unlike conventional shelters, these makeshift camps provide no relief from rain, scorching sun or biting cold. In the context of Nepal, few researches have been conducted in thermal environment of temporary shelters and thermal comfort of the respondents. Thus, we need to understand the seasonal thermal condition for overall seasons of the temporary shelters and need to compare and justify the comfort temperature by ordinary situation. The main objective of this study is to evaluate the summer comfort temperature in temporary shelters. Earthquake badly affected four districts have been chosen for thermal comfort survey i.e. Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Gorkha and Sindhupalchowk. We have conducted field survey from April 2nd to 17th, 2016 and measured indoor air temperature, globe temperature and relative humidity by using digital instruments. We interviewed 510 respondents with 237 male and 273 female. Most of the respondents felt hot and prefer much cooler, similarly they were slightly unsatisfied and slightly uncomfortable with their present thermal environment. The mean indoor air temperature and mean comfort temperature is highest in Gorkha districts (33.0 oC and 28.4oC ) and lowest in Lalitpur (26.7 oC and 24.1oC). The mean comfort temperature is related to the mean indoor air temperature and Gorkha’s respondents are adapting higher indoor air temperature whereas lower in Lalitpur’s respondents. Keywords: Nepal, Earthquake, Temporary shelters, Thermal comfort, Comfort temperature AStudy on Indoor
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Factors Affecting Residential Energy Consumption from the Viewpoint of People’s Lifestyle and Quality of Life: Case Study on Thailand and Vietnam Ji Xuan1, Azusa Takayama1, Chiharu Murakoshi1, Hidetoshi Nakagami1 and HirotoTakaguchi2 Jyukankyo Research Institute, Japan Faculty of Science and Engineering, Waseda University, Japan Email:
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In 2016, we conducted a field study on residential energy consumption in Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia to indicate how people’s lifestyle and quality of life result in energy consumption in these countries. In this first part, this paper explains the variance in energy consumption in these three countries, due to differences in household, housing, penetration rate of electronic product, and lifestyle as well. Meanwhile, in order to find how people rate their quality of life, various indexes (including general degree of satisfaction and happiness, income, education, religion, health, work, living standard, neighborhood, community, etc.) were surveyed. Eventually, the correlation between energy consumption and people’s lifestyle or their quality of life was been explored by utilizing several statistical analysis methods. Keywords: residential energy consumption, lifestyle, quality of life, Southeast Asian country
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Thermal Environment and its Associated Occupants Responses in a HEMS Condominium Rajan Kumar KC1, Hom Bahadur Rijal1, Masanori Shukuya1 and Kazui Yoshida2 Tokyo City University, Japan Tokyu Fudosan Next Generation Engineering Center, Japan Email:
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Home Energy Management System (HEMS) is a visualization of the energy usage so it is useful to understand the pattern of energy used. HEMS entered in Japanese market since 2008. The Japanese government has planned to install HEMS in all the new residents by 2030. The main cause of energy use in residential sectors is for to adjust thermal comfort. The thermal comfort in HEMS houses is not clearly studied so the purpose of this study is to understand the indoor air temperature and relative humidity condition and thermal comfort level in HEMS houses. Online thermal comfort survey and thermal measurement have been done in HEMS building in Tokyo. Altogether, 17026 votes were received from November 2015 to October 2016. Thermal comfort scale is used to understand thermal sensation, thermal preference and overall comfort. The result showed that the monthly indoor air temperature fluctuated from 22 oC to 29 oC during the studied year. The trend of indoor air temperature variation in free running (FR) mode is similar to outdoor air temperature but it is controlled in heating (HT) and cooling (CL) mode. In FR mode, the mean indoor relative humidity is around 70%. The mean thermal preference vote is close to “no change”. The overall comfort votes were highest for slightly comfortable and comfortable. Thermal comfort is higher in CL and HT than FR mode. Monthly and seasonal variation in indoor air temperature was found in FR mode. The thermal sensation level and overall comfort is high. Keywords: HEMS, thermal comfort, adaptive behaviors, seasons, overall comfort
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CFD Analysis of Japanese Vernacular Architecture in the Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Considering Regional Topography Yuki OGAWA, Kiyotaka Deguchi and Shun Kawakubo Hosei University, Japan Email:
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Vernacular architecture is one of the great achievements of our ancestors and demonstrates excellent environmental adaptation to suit regional climates and cultures. Rediscovering and reintroducing some of the complex features of vernacular architecture and historical ways of living will contribute to realizing a sustainable future. The Gassho-style houses in the historic villages of Shirakawa-go, which is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are one of the most famous examples of Japanese vernacular architecture, and their environmental performance should be investigated to elucidate and rediscover how past architects attempted to improve the indoor thermal and wind environment without the use of modern-day equipment and appliances.Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis was conducted to understand thermal and wind environment of both the historic villages of Shirakawa-go and the interiors of the Gassho-style houses, taking regional topography into account by using multiscale models.The results of CFD analysis quantified the effects of vernacular architectural designs on the indoor thermal and wind environments. Well-designed positioning of the houses and air pathways enabled the introduction of fresh air into the interior space. Rooms occupied by people and those used for silkworm rearing were raised off the ground and covered with thick, steeply pitched thatched roofs with high insulation performance, enabling the creation of a milder and more comfortable thermal environment.Rediscovering the value of vernacular architecture based on scientific grounds can promote the preservation of cultural heritage and the ongoing sustainable development of human society. Keywords: computational fluid dynamics, thermal and wind environment, regional topography, downscaling, Shirakawa-go, Gassho-style houses
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STRAND 4: One Health: Connecting Human, Animal, and Ecosystems Health
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D-01 Pili (Canarium ovatum, Engl.) pomace: ANovel and Potential Functional Food Ingredient Elizabeth H. Arenas1,2 and Trinidad P. Trinidad2
Department of Food Technology, College of Education; 2The Graduate School University of Santo Tomas, España, Manila, Philippines Email:
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Pili (Canarium ovatum Engl.) is an economically important crop in the Philippines. Pili pomace is the solid waste residue of pili pulp oil processing which consists of peel and fibrous pulp. This by product was characterized as a potential functional food ingredient. Standard methods were used to determine nutrient its composition, total dietary fiber, antioxidant activity, and physicochemical properties. Total dietary fiber was 79.1 + 0.1 g/100g, and after in vitro fermentation yielded acetate, 40.1 + 0.4 and propionate 13.3 + 0.3 mg/g. Potassium was 2242.2 + 35.75 while calcium, 1607.7 + 1.94 mg/100g. Significant amounts of extractable polyphenols (84.61 + 1.49 mg GAE/g), total flavonoids (347.68 + 12.6 mg CE/g), condensed tannins (103.04 + 1.19 mg CE/g) and total monomeric anthocyanins (2.69 + 0.1 mg C3G/g) were also observed. Antioxidant activity (µmol TE/g) was determined: DPPH - 615.9 + 4.02, ABTS - 844.6 + 12.14 and FRAP - 371.6 + 10.64. The study showed that pili pomace is a potential functional food ingredient and may play an important role in human nutrition and health. Keywords: antioxidant; dietary fibre; phenolics; pomace; Canarium ovatum; pili
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D-02 Determination of P. Aeruginosa and B. Cereus In The Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus): An Analysis in the East and West Sites of Laguna de Bay, Philippines Allyssa M. Cruz, Ivan Chandler C. Bagorio, Albert A. Caudilla, Jonathan S. Sibayan, Lorry Anne S. Gasang and Daniel Jeremy D. Paragas St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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Laguna de Bay is the largest, most important lake in the Philippines, being a primary source of freshwater fish in the country. It is, however, being discovered that pollution levels in the lake are reaching a critical high, thus affecting not only its aquaculture, but also the health of the consumers of the lake’s resources. Eighty (80) live Nile Tilapia (O. niloticus) fish samples with an average size of 24.29 x 9.065 were randomly collected from the eight different areas of interests from the east and west bay. Bacterial isolates from each specimen were obtained from skin and meat tissue samples by macerating skin (1cm2) and stomach (1g portion) separate and shaking in 10 mL distilled water and allowed to stand for 20 minutes. Procedures that followed were standardized for the isolation and identification of the organisms of interest. A greater amount of P. aeruginosa in the East than that of the West. B. cereus however, was not found on any of the samples. Significant differences were seen in the amount of P. aeruginosa relative to the locale of the study and the anatomical sites from where the specimen was collected. Findings have confirmed the presence of P. aeruginosa on both the East and West bays of Laguna de Bay, with CFU (colony-forming unit) levels exceeding the acceptable limit of <100 CFU/g before food spoilage occurs; concluding, therefore, that the levels of P. aeruginosa on the samples may pose a significant health risk to humans. Keywords: Pseudomonas aeruginosa; Bacillus cereus; Nile Tilapia; Laguna de Bay; Bacterial Contamination; Lakewaters
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D-03 Phytochemical Screening and In-vitro Evaluation of the Antioxidant and Morpho-Cytotoxic Activity of Nauclea orientalis (L.) Lin. Maingelline B. Vivit and Zenaida A. Agngarayngay Mariano Marcos State University Ilocos Norte, Philippines Email:
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The increasing demand on natural products has tapped various plants as source of therapeutic drugs. However, there were many other species that until now are needed to be explored for their medicinal value. Relatedly, the Nauclea orientalis, one of the underutilized trees in the country, was used in several folkloric healing practices. In this study, we identify the phytochemicals from the leaves, flowers and fruits and evaluate the extracts for their antioxidant capacity through 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radial scavenging and phosphomolybdenum assay; and the morpho-cytotoxic activitiy in Allium cepa. The qualitative phytochemical analysis showed that alkaloids, flavonoids, saponins, tannins, phenols, steroids, terpenoids and cardiac glycosides were present on the ethanol extracts. These phytoconstituents has significantly provided the samples, at 40-80 µg/mL concentrations, the ability to scavenge free radicals, although statistically lower when compared to the gallic acid. The leaf extract was observed to have the greatest activity while the fruit had the least. The total phenol content was measured using the Folin-Ciocalteu method and confirmed the presence of antioxidants in the analyzed plant parts. Each extract also caused toxic effects on Allium cepa by reducing root initiation and development. Cytologically, 10 and 5 mg/ml of the samples inhibited cell division and caused cell death. Moreover, all the extracts induced membrane damage, tri and binucleation, fragmentation and disruption of the nucleus, and some chromosomal aberrations. Hence, the N. orientalis could be a potential antioxidant agent and useful in many other health applications. Keywords: Nauclea orientalis; Allium cepa; phytochemical; antioxidant; morpho-cytotoxicity; radical scavenging activity
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D-04 In-vitro Evaluation of the Ascaricidial properties of the Hydroethanolic and Ethanolic of Pleurotus ostreatus (Oyster Mushroom) Gaile Ann E.Gamit, Mark Joshua A. Ascona, Alyanna R. Ferrer, Jameelah E. Mata and Roxanne S. Sevilla St. Dominic College of Asia Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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In this study we collected 60 roundworms (Ascaris suum) from slaughter houses which are tested with ethanolic and hydroethanolic extract of the mushroom. The white oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) extract is known to have nematicidal effects on plant-parasitic nematodes in vitro. This species produces a toxin, trans2-decenedioic acid, which paralyzes nematodes allowing the fungi to colonize the body, and consumes the nitrogen from nematodes. Ascariasis is the most common helminthic infection. Usually ascariasis is most prevalent in children from tropical and developing countries, where they are perpetuated by contamination of soil by human feces or use of untreated feces as fertilizer. Ascariasis may exist as a zoonotic infection associated with pigs and use of hog manure. Studies of phytochemicals from different fungi can lead to the discovery of drugs with antihelminthic property. Pleurotus ostreatus contains a large number of myochemicals like terpenoids, tannins, steroidal glycosides and carbohydrates. Chemically, tannins are polyphenolic compounds. Some synthetic phenolic anthelmintics e.g. niclosamide, oxyclozanide, bithionol etc., are reported to interfere with energy generation in helminth parasites by uncoupling oxidative phosphorylation. It can be concluded that hydroethanolic extract of P. ostreatus showed significant anthelmintic activity when compared with the standard anthelmintic drug. Keywords: Helminthic infection, Ascariasis, ascaricidal, Embryonated, Hyphae, Nematodes
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D-05 Ecosystem Health of Myeik Archipelago, Southern Coast of Myanmar Nang Mya Han
Department of Marine Science Myeik University, Myanmar Email:
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Myanmar has abundant marine resources and a wide range of coastal habitants: coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangroves, estuaries and mudflats. Among three coastal areas of Myanmar, Myeik Archipelago is including in the Tanintharyi Region (N. Lat. 09ï‚°55ï‚¢-15ï‚°06ï‚¢and E. Long. 97ï‚°46ï‚¢-99ï‚°10ï‚¢); the southern Coast of Myanmar. The boundary of Archipelago is start from Mali Island to Simi Island and its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) is covers 35,136 sq.km. The southern coast line has 1200 km long and possess more than 800 islands that means Myeik Archipelago. Among those islands the present study emphasis on the five priority study sites (Dawei Waa Aw Bay, Myeik Elphinstone Is., Kawthaung Warr Is., Zardetgyi Is., St. Luke Is. and their adjacent islands). The potential study sites are Elphinstone Is. and Warr Is. During study period 300 coral species (EN 2, VU 36 species), > 450 fish species, >230 invertebrate species, and 50 mangrove species were discovered. As a coastal country of the Bay of Bengal, a hydrographic condition of Myanmar coastal region is heavily influenced by the monsoon climate. The climate change which interacts with anthropogenic and Monsoon Onset effects on the health of the coastal and marine environment, its living resources and realizes through variation in water temperature, increased concentrations of dissolved carbon dioxide (Blue Carbon concept), seawater intrusion, altered current and/or storm patterns and increased runoff. Consequently, the area of mangroves declined by 58% between 1980 and 2010 and coral reefs have declined by over 56%. Fish biomass has declined and Catch per Unit Effort has also fallen to 30%. The loss of mangroves and other unhealthy ecosystems leaves the coastline more vulnerable to disasters such as cyclones. The objective of this paper is to support some activities leading to an agreed set of environmental indicators, to measure the health of the Myeik Archipelago Ecosystem and to develop the remedial strategies in coastal areas of Myanmar. Keywords: climate change; environmental indicator; healthy ecosystem; monsoon onset; remedial strategies.
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D-06 Gold Nanoparticle-based Probes for the Colorimetric Detection of Mycobacterium aviumSubspecies paratuberculosis DNA Thenor Aristotile Charles S. Ganareal1, Michelle M. Balbin2, Juvy Monserate1 and Claro N. Mingala2
Department of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, Central Luzon State University Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija, Philippines 2 Biosafety and Environment Section, Philippine Carabao Center, Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija Philippines Email: 1
Gold nanoparticle (AuNP) is considered to be the most stable metal nanoparticle having the ability to be functionalized with biomolecules. Recently, AuNP-based DNA detection methods captured the interest of researchers worldwide. Paratuberculosis or Johne’s disease, a chronic gastroenteritis in ruminants caused by Mycobacterium aviumsubsp.paratuberculosis (MAP), was found to have negative effect in the livestock industry. In this study, AuNP-based probes were evaluated for the specific and sensitive detection of MAP DNA. AuNP-based probe was produced by functionalization of AuNPs with thiol-modified oligonucleotide and was confirmed by Fourier-Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy. UV-Vis spectroscopy and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) were used to characterize AuNPs. DNA detection was done by hybridization of 10µL of DNA with 5μL of probe at 63°C for 10 minutes and addition of 3μL salt solution.The method was specific to MAP with detection limit of 103 ng. UV-Vis and SEM showed dispersion and aggregation of the AuNPs for the positive and negative results, respectively, with no observed particle growth.This study therefore reportsan AuNP-based probes which can be used for the specific and sensitive detection of MAP DNA. Keywords: gold nanoparticles, DNA detection, colorimetric detection, Mycobacterium aviumsubsp. paratuberculosis
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D-07 Operationalization of the One Health and Resilience Approach: Practical Transdisciplinary and Trans-systems Interdependencies Mary Elizabeth G. Miranda
Field Epidemiology Training Program Foundation, Inc. Email:
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Despite the accumulation of evidence in support of One Health, sectoral and disciplinary boundaries still exist. Cross-sectoral collaborations remain largely ad hoc, short-lived and arbitrary. The prevailing silo-mentality and disciplinary marginalization are what the present One Health movement has been attempting to dismantle, to ensure that integrative cross-sectoral and transdisciplinary collaborations are institutionalized and sustainedenabling EID program formulation and implementation to continue to take place especially when there is no exigent pandemic threat. While the main thrusts of One Health may appear as primarily health sector concerns, lessons learned argue for the organization of more holistic ‘beyond health’ approaches. Practical operationalization of One Health means there should exist interconnected transdisciplinary interventions to outbreak. It is necessary to substantiate disciplinary interconnectedness through documentation of the perspectives and actual experiences of concerned disciplines in dealing with disease causalities and cascading impacts, and risks and vulnerabilities. These multifaceted insights on problems may then be mapped and assigned corresponding transdisciplinary solutions. The evidence gained through this effort will allow for identification of disciplinary roles, and where and how these roles intersect in effecting collaborative and interdependent interventions. These transdisciplinary interventions could be categorized into four problem domains- i.e. Health-Medical, Ecological-Industrial, Social-Cultural, and Governance. Within these domains are the elements making up the art and science of One Health. One Health must be operationalized within the broader One Resilience approach, where the ultimate goal is the “unity of humanity in mind and action”. Stakeholders should be able to naturally overcome traditional barriers impeding field-based transdisciplinary collaborations. Keywords: One Health; One Resilience; Transdisciplinary; Multisectoral Collaborations; Emerging Infectious Diseases
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D-08 Transforming Hospitals to Intelligent System for Greening Healthcare in 21st century Dongchun Shin
International Consultant Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea Email:
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After the announcement of Low-Carbon Green Growth policy in 2008, about 40 hospitals has been designated as a Green Hospital by Korean Ministry of Environment. Korea Society for Green Hospital has been established. Yonsei University Health System (YUHS) leads these transformations toward greening healthcare in Korea as well as in Global Green and Healthy Hospitals Asian Network. Green hospital program of YUHS consists of following systems; (a) Task force team comprising each relevant sector for leadership: Implementation of building energy management system based on IT system for setting goals to reduce 30% energy as early as possible. (b) Elimination of all mercury-containing medical devices and reduction of other toxic chemicals in the hospital: Introduction of green purchasing guidelines. Adequate water and waste treatment and reuse. YUHS reduced CO2 gas emission by 22,889 tons which are worth about $400,000 in 2015. Energy costs were also saved by $1,730,000 in 2011 and $1,140,000 (2013). Water management system recycled 120,000 m3 of water which is worth of about $160,000, annually during last four years. YUHS established Korea Society of Green Hospitals in 2013 and provided an opportunity to share our experience with over 20 hospitals in Korea. YUHS and Korea Society for Green Hospital conducted a leadership role as a green hospital during last 7 years. Keywords: Green hospital program, energy saving, CO2 gas emission, water recycling system
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D-09 Poultry Antimicrobials in the Philippines: What’s the Problem? Mildred A. Padilla
College of Veterinary Medicine University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines Email:
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a worldwide public and animal health problem. Its emergence and spread can be influenced by antimicrobial usage in animals. The study determined the medically important antimicrobials registered for use in poultry in the Philippines and their implications on AMR and human health. The veterinary drug directory was searched for medicinal products containing antimicrobials. Data were obtained on active ingredients, use indications, administration routes and their significance to human health. In 2016, there were 228 antimicrobial veterinary medical products for poultry, of which 153 (67.1%) were single and 75 (32.9%) were combinations of 2-5 antimicrobials. Most of the antimicrobials were important for human therapy (82.3%; 14 classes); six drug classes were critically important to human health. Tetracyclines (19.1%), quinolones (14.3%) and macrolides (16.7%) comprised the majority of products. Most products had both therapeutic and non-therapeutic claims (95.5%) and administered orally (52.1%) in groups. A wide range of medically important antimicrobials were available for use in poultry, particularly critically important drugs important to human health, indicative of possible development and spread of resistance to humans via the food supply. Keywords: antimicrobial resistance; critically important antimicrobials; medically important antimicrobials; poultry; Philippines
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D-10 Biosynthesis of Gold Nanoparticles using Lactic Acid Isolated from Lactobacillus sp. for Biomedical Applications Angelo Jose C. Carreon1, Mark Kevin P. Devanadera2, Myla R. Santiago1,3 Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy; 2Graduate School; Research Center for Natural and Applied Sciences University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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The synthesis of gold nanoparticles from the lactic acid by-product of probiotics such as Lactobacillus strains are a cost-efficient and eco-friendly approach due to the widespread availability and ease of culturing methods for these bacteria for biomedical applications. In this study, different particle sizes of gold nanoparticles were synthesized by reacting chloroauric acid to lactic acid produced by Lactobacillus strains as a reducing agent at varying parameters such as pH and concentration incubated for 72 hours. Treating chloroauric acid solutions with cells suspensions of Lactobacillus strains showed rapid reduction of chloroaurate ions leading to the formation of purple coloration from light yellow coloration indicating successful reduction of gold and formation of gold nanoparticles. Optimum absorbance peaks were observed at 530-550 nm. Transmission electron microscopy of biosynthesized gold nanoparticles from Lactobacillus was used to identify the size and shape of the gold nanoparticles. In conclusion, lactic acid produced by the Lactobacillus sp. is a cost-efficient eco-friendly substitute as a reducing agent for the biosynthesis of gold nanoparticles which have potential applications in optoelectronics, medical diagnosis and biosensors. Keywords: Gold nanoparticles; biosynthesis; Lactobacillus; probiotic
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D-11 Evaluation of Food Safety Knowledge and Practices of Street Vendors and Microbiological Quality of Selected Street Food in Tacloban City, Leyte Irene L. Tan, Lora Mae S. Garcia, Eleanor Eden J. Pumanes and Maria Lourdes P. Quero University of the Philippines Visayas Tacloban College Email:
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This study assessed the food safety knowledge, attitudes and food handling practices of street vendors in Tacloban City, Leyte. Although none of the vendors, who were mostly male (92%), had food safety training, 16% had city permits or barangay health certificates. Additionally, 20%, 56%, and 24 % of the street vendors had poor, adequate and good levels of food safety knowledge respectively. Only 4% of the vendors had poor food safety attitude while 44% and 52% of the vendors had adequate and good food safety attitude. The microbial quality of selected street foods such as fried chicken intestines (isaw); fried pork internal organs and fats (bopis); and fried chicken crop (botsi) along with their sauces was determined. The aerobic plate counts and coliform counts of all street foods sampled ranged from <2500 EAPC-107cfu/g and <3.0-106MPN/g, respectively. The percentage of cooked samples (22%) that exceeded the APC limit (>105 cfu/g) was lower compared to precooked samples (73%, >106 cfu/g). The APC and coliform levels of sweet and spicy sauces ranged from <2500 EAPC-105cfu/g and <3.0-106MPN/mL, respectively while 47% (>104 cfu/g) and 60% (>10 MPN/mL) of these sauce samples exceeded the acceptable limits for APC and coliforms, respectively. The presence of coliforms in majority of the food sampled may suggest presence of other harmful pathogens like Salmonella which was detected in 17% of samples tested. These results suggest that consumption of street-vended foods may pose a risk of food borne disease and that good hygienic practices should be required for consumer’s safety. Keywords: Aerobic plate count; Microbial quality; Coliform; Street food; Food safety; Salmonella
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D-12 Fourier Harmonic Analysis as Tool in Predicting Bulls with Non-Compensable Fertility Problem Danilda H. Duran1, Herren Donna M. Daag2, Peregrino G. Duran1, John J. Parrish3, Felomino V. Mamuad1 Philippine Carabao Center and Central Luzon State University Bataan Peninsula State University and Central Luzon State University 3 University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA Email:
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Bull fertility is affected by compensable and non-compensable sperm defects. Compensable sperm defect like sperm motility can be solved by increasing sperm concentration while non-compensable defects like DNA fragmentation requires bull management interventions. Fourier Harmonic Analysis or FHA is a computerbased analysis that classifies bulls according to fertility. To confirm if FHA targets the DNA defects in predicting bull fertility, embryo development potential of oocytes that were in vitro matured and fertilized with frozenthawed semen from High- and Low-fertile buffalo bulls classified by FHA were examined. Functional integrity of the sperm plasma membrane and the motility characteristics of the sperm cells used for the IVF assay were also assessed by hypoosmotic swelling test or HOST and Computer Assisted Sperm Analysis or CASA. Results showed significantly higher (P<0.01) cleavage (73.5±0.8 vs. 60.1±2.7), blastocysts development (27.4±0.7 vs. 18.5±1.6) and hatching rates (38.3±1.2 vs. 28.7±2.7) after IVF using High-Fertile than Low-Fertile bulls. HOST results (67.4±1.6 vs. 58.1±3.6, P<0.05) showed the same trend but in CASA, no significant difference was observed among bulls. These confirmed that FHA determines non-compensable sperm defects even in water buffalo bulls. Keywords: bull fertility, DNA defects, FHA, spermatozoa, water buffalo
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D-13 Multidrug Resistant Escherichia coliIsolated from Chickens at Slaughter in Batangas and Quezon, Philppines Haidee E. Torio1 and Mildred A. Padilla2 Nueva Vizcaya State University University of the Philippines Email:
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Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a serious global public health threat. The potential human health impact of AMR in food-producing animals as a result of antimicrobial drug use is a cause of concern. In the Philippines, there is paucity of data on AMR in isolates from food animals. This cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the phenotypic resistance levels, diversity and distribution of resistance phenotypes of intestinal E. coli from healthy broiler chickens at slaughter. E. coli was isolated from cecal contents of randomly selected chickens from 40 broiler farms in four dressing plants in Batangas and Quezon. A single E. coli isolate per farm was tested by disk diffusion method to a panel of 12 antimicrobials important to human health. All isolates were resistant to at least one antimicrobial agent. Multidrug-resistance (MDR) to three or more antimicrobial classes was observed at 92.5%. There were 31 resistance phenotypes, with ampicillin-ciprofloxacin-nalidixic acidtetracycline-streptomycin and kanamycin (AM-CIP-NA-TE-S-K) phenotype as the most frequent MDR pattern (7.5%). Higher percentage resistance was observed to critically important antimicrobials (CIAs) quinolones (ciprofloxacin 85%; nalidixic acid, 97.5%), penicillins (90%), aminoglycoside streptomycin (72.5%) and to highly important antimicrobials tetracyclines (80%) and folate pathway inhibitors (62.5 %). Resistance to other CIA third generation cephalosporins (cefotaxime, 20%; ceftriaxone, 15%) and aminoglycoside gentamicin (20%) was least frequently encountered. The study showed that broiler chickens could be major sources of E. coli resistant to multiple antimicrobials used in human therapy. Keywords: antimicrobial resistance; commensal Escherichia coli; multidrug resistance; poultry; Philippines
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D-14 Effects of Commercially Available Antioxidant in Ovo on Chorioallantoic Membrane, Embryonic Growth and Putative Plasma Vitellogenin of Philippine Mallard (Anas platyrynchos domesticus L.) Renato SA.Vega1, John Sylvester B. Nas2, Desiree Joy V. Cerico1, David D. Manalo3 Institute of Animal Science, University of the Philippines Los Baños University of the Philippines Manila 3 Agricultural Systems Institute, University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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Low levels of heavy metals and pesticide residues are present in duck commercial feeds. Two experiments were conducted to know the effects of different antioxidants and overdose (4x) of antioxidants in ovo. The first experiment treatments were Vitamin C, Mega Antioxidant, Proflavanol C, positive and negative controls, while the second experiment were 100, 200, 400 ppm of Mega Antioxidant, positive (placebo) and negative control. A total of 160 fertile eggs in each experiment were injected with 100uL of treatment groups and placebo for positive control, except negative control. The treated eggs were arranged in RCBD blocked according to egg weight and incubator levels. Embryonic weight and body measurements were taken on 7th, 14th and 21st day. Determination of putative vitellogenin (VTG) using SDS-PAGE and antiangiogenic using chorioallantoic membrane (CAM) in experiment 1 and 2, respectively were accomplished. In experiment 1 and 2, the embryonic weight, body length, and head diameter showed no significant differences between treatments indicating no deleterious effects of antioxidants even at high doses. Also no macroscopic embryonic and liver abnormalities were detected. In experiment 1, the 175 kDa VTG, was present in all treatments except Mega Antioxidant, sparing VTG synthesis at day old a possible complementary antioxidant activity. In experiment 2, the CAM resulted to lesser blood vessel formation significantly at 200 and 400 ppm doses. Overall the results indicate that Mega Antioxidant spares VTG synthesis and it is antiangiogenic at 200 and 400ppm doses. Keywords: antioxidant; in-ovo; chorioallantoic membrane; putative vitellogenin; ducks
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Study on Firewood Use Pattern in Different Ecological Regions of Nepal Tika Ram Pokharel and Rijal H. B.
Tokyo City University Japan Email:
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Around 2/3 of the population of developing countries rely on firewood for cooking and heating. Approximately 87% of Nepal’s total energy is consumed in household. Forest is the most important source of firewood. This paper analyzes firewood consumption pattern, its source and supply in different ecological regions of Nepal based on literature review and field survey. The literature review was conducted for the firewood consumption pattern in Nepal. Data used in this paper are collected from various available governmental, nongovernmental organizations and individual research papers. Periodic firewood consumption pattern, land use pattern and sustainable annual fuel wood supply data are employed from reports by Water and Energy Commission Secretariat of Nepal. Daily firewood consumption of 16 households were conducted in hilly region of Dhading District. It was found that the trend of firewood consumption in Nepal is continuously increasing since 1978. Based on the study it was found that about 18 million tons of firewood consumed annually in Nepal. The firewood use pattern is not uniform in different ecological regions. Per capita firewood consumption per day was found to be 1.56kg to 2.11kg in different regions. It was found that the traditional energy use is still increasing. Sustainable fuelwood supply by Forest and cultivated land was found to be 80.3% and 9.3% respectively. It was concluded that amount of firewood consumption depends upon the climatic condition of the area, season, nearness of forest, availability of commercial fuel, state of urbanization and economic status and thermal behavior of the people. Keywords: Firewood, Nepal, Ecological regions, Thermal behaviour
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Study on the Winter Thermal Environment and its Relation to Human Health in the Himalayan and Terai regions of Nepal Gautam Basudev and H. B. Rijal Tokyo City University, Japan Email:
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Nepal has different climatic regions. Himalaya region is cold almost the whole year. People use firewood for cooking and heating. The smoke and dust directly affect their health which may cause Lungs Cancer, Asthma and so on. Terai region has very hot environment and heat wave flows in summer and people are affected by cold in the winter. In Nepal some researches had been conducted about thermal environment and thermal comfort. But, thermal environment and its relations to health have not been researched yet. Thus, we need to understand the indoor thermal environment and its relation to health. The objectives of this study are to observe the winter thermal environment in Himalayan and Terai region and its relation to human health. We have conducted the field survey from Dec. 5th 2016 to Jan. 3rd 2017 and measured indoor and outdoor air temperature, indoor globe temperature and relative humidity by using digital instrument in 82 houses. We interviewed 210 respondents with 103 males and 107 females. The mean indoor and outdoor air temperature is lowest in Mustang 12.5°C and 9.8°C respectively and highest in Sarlahi 21.6°C and 22.1°C respectively. Most of the respondents prefer much warmerin Himalayan region. They had skin cracks on hands, legs and lips due to cold environment. They were unsatisfied and slightly uncomfortable with winter thermal environment. Similarly, Terai region’s respondent felt slightly cold and prefer warmer environment. The Himalayan region’s respondents are adapting lower indoor air temperature than Terai region’s respondents. Keywords: Himalayan, Terai, region, winter season, thermal comfort
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Environmental Actual State of the Energy Self-sufficient Housing in Coastal Area Yasuko Yoshino1, Tatsunobu Ichiyanagi2, Ryoji Yoshino3, Yan Wang4, Tomoyuki Ohmoto5, and Minoru WATANABE5
Department of Architecture & Living design, 2Dept. of Engineering Science, Junior College of Nihon University, Japan Environment Research Office, Co., Ltd., Japan 4 School of Architecture, Tianjin Chengjian University 5 Renewable energy team, BALLEGGS Co., Ltd., Japan Email:
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“Energy self-sufficient housing” that utilizes completely self-sustaining power supply from large rooftop solar panels and a large capacity battery system for residential use was built in a coastal area in consideration of successive earthquakes, natural disasters, and earth crises on a global scale in recent years. We carried out the conditions with a focus on the actual state of the and light environment under inhabited conditions, such as heat flow and vertical temperature distribution etc. We also carried out its evaluation, using Comprehensive Assessment System for Built Environment Efficiency.The temperature around the ceiling is about 28°C, the vertical temperature difference was about 4°C. It was kept comparatively cool with the temperature at 25°C or less at the height within the range of everyday life. PMV / PPD in the summer thermal environment of this room is generally in the comfort zone. which means that the majority felt comfortable or cool. Whether in summer or winter, the roof surface is quite heated due to the PV panels, and that the temperature reaches nearly 80℃ in summer.The average air flow is 0.03 m/s from the summer PVM value of ± 0.5 when the windows are closed, that the stable thermal environment is achieved, and that in winter a comfortable living environment is achieved because of the heat flow on the south side and enough lighting obtained by the change in illuminance. The BEE value representing environmental efficiency is as high as 2.8 (rank A).CASBEE evaluation was rank A, but by considering the townscape and ecosystem and taking measures to reduce garbage, etc., it is possible to reach rank S. Furthermore, it was suggested that this house could also serve as a local disaster prevention base by maintaining the performance grade of 3 because the earthquake-proof rating of the housing is “class 1 or higher” which is the standard of detached Keywords: energy self-sufficient housing, heat flow, PMV, PV panels, CASBEE
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STRAND 5: Gender Integration and Mainstreaming in S&T Innovations
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E-01 Understanding the Reasons for the Leaky Pipeline in STEM Merlyne M. Paunlagui and KarenS.Janiya
Institute for Governance and Rural Development College of Public Affairs and Development University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines Email:
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Despite the increasing number of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, where women aren’t staying in positions long enough to rise through the ranks. This means that the number of women decreases the more senior the roles become. There are now more female students enrolling in used to be dominated courses than male students and that there are more women occupying positions in STEM. However, the number of senior positions remained to be occupied by men. This pattern should not persist because it meant a loss of diversity, as well as a loss of talent and creativity, limits effective communication of science with diverse sectors of society. Thus, this paper seeks to find an explanation why the leaky pipeline persists in STEM. Results of the study which interviewed men and women scientists in a state university and local and international research organizations show that the competing roles of women, the lack of role model, and formal and informal institutions reinforcing the traditional role of women were the reasons why the leaky pipeline persists. Keywords: STEM, leaky pipeline, traditional role of men and women
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E-02 Women in Technological Innovation: A Case Study of Woman as Inventor in LIPI Maidina Maidina, V. Susirani Kusumaputri, Yovita Isnasari Indonesian Institute of Science Email:
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Nowadays, women as feminists are no longer considered as a second person in science and technology. The goals of the research are created from innovations and ideas of human resources beyond their gender. The productivity of intellectual property indicates the results of research which can prove its creativity and innovation. Indicators of intellectual property are a protection for inventions that have originality, novelty and can be applied in the industry which aimed at commercialization. Indonesian Institute of Science (LIPI) as research and development institution in collaboration with UNESCO has established a regional secretariat for gender, science and technology in the Asia Pacific region. Since 1991, LIPI has produced 81 patents, 16 industrial designs and 10 Plant Variety Protection. Furthermore, this study will discuss more about the contributions of women in the productivity of Intellectual Property of LIPI. The discussion developed on the basis of; age, education level, field of research groups and the contribution of women in relation to the productivity of the team as well as intellectual property in LIPI. Results showed the total contribution of women as the inventor of a patent is 30% where 60% of patents involving women in the research group. Some 63% of women contribute to produce new varieties and 5% of the design industry. This research can be used as a guide in the strategy and the promotion of the empowerment of women in the world of technological innovation. Keywords: women; intellectual property; technology; innovations
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E-03 Gender Differences in Research Productivity of Science Teachers Sherryl M. Montalbo
Batangas State University Batangas, Philippines Email:
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This study is designed to determine the gender differences in research productivity of science teachers in a state university in the Philippines. Through descriptive method of research involving all science teachers in the university, the study confirms that there is a significant difference in the number of research publication and presentations between male and female while there is no significant difference in the number of book publication and involvement as committee members in holding research fora. Research literature indicates that men tends to perform better in terms of research productivity but was confirmed also to have an ongoing tendency towards decline. This study does not only confirmed the decline but proved that in the case of this university, female science teachers are more likely to be productive in research endeavors than male science faculty. Keywords: gender; research productivity; science teachers;
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E-04 Gender Differences in Mathematics Skills and Performance of Public Secondary Students Emil C. Alcantara
Batangas State University, Batangas, Philippines Email:
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The standard socialization explanation of why girls have difficulties with mathematics, and a recent modification of this explanation, are not yet well supported. This study aimed to determine the gender differences in the critical thinking skills, problem solving skills, and academic performance in mathematics of Grade 7 students in the public schools of Area 2, Division of Batangas, Philippines. This study utilized descriptive method of research. Three hundred forty one (341) students of the public secondary schools out of the total of 2,324 Grade-7 students were used as the subjects of the study. The gender difference in learning strategies accounted for female students’ edge over the male students in terms of academic performance. There is no significant difference between the level of critical thinking skills of male and female students. Male students tend to have higher level of problem solving skills than female students. It can be attributed to the tendency of male students to use more novel problem-solving strategies, whereas female students are more likely to follow school-taught procedures. If policy makers decide changes in gender differences are desired, different approaches will be needed to achieve this for mathematics. Interventions that focus on these gender gaps are likely to yield educational benefits. Keywords: academic performance; critical thinking skills; gender; Grade-7 Mathematics; problem solving skills
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E-05 Gender Differential Roles in Organic Agriculture (OA) Adoption in Selected Municipalities in the Philippines Edna Luisa A. Matienzo and Myrna A. Tenorio
Agricultural Systems Institute, College of Agriculture and Food Science University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines Email:
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Organic Agriculture Act of 2010 intensified initiatives to promote organic agriculture. Those involved in OA are assumed to be all men. Women farmers are also food producers and providers for the families. They have different capacities, needs and limitations. Whether gender influences OA adoption will be the focus of this paper. This is under the project “Multidimensional Approach in Assessing Farmers Barriers to and Factors Influencing OA Adoption” implemented by the Agricultural Systems Institute, College of Agriculture and Food Science, UP Los Baños and funded by the Department of Agriculture- Bureau of Agricultural Research. There are 180 respondents, 90 practitioners and 90 non-practitioners from Sta. Josefa, Agusan Del Sur; Braulio E. Dujali, Davao Del Norte and Victorias City, Negros Occidental. Survey interview and participatory tools were employed. Data were gender disaggregated and descriptive statistics was used. Access and control of agricultural resources and benefits, decision making, farm labor, technological constraints and demands, and awareness and perception vary by gender. Female farmers benefit from paid work, participation in projects and credit program. However, male farmers control most resources and benefits. Farming activities are joint decisions, but for male farmers this is not the case. Female practitioners are engaged in backyard production. Both gender share farm labor for commercial production. Female practitioners were more vulnerable to climate change and need knowledge on planting resistant varieties. Both gender recognize the contribution of women farmers to agriculture. Ensuring gender balance is crucial for sustainable adoption and inclusive development of organic agriculture in the country. Keywords: gender; differential roles; organic agriculture; inclusive development
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Women’s Studies Association of the Philippines (WSAP) E-07 Building an ASEAN Economic Community: Challenges and Opportunities for Advancing Gender and Women’s Studies Carolyn I. Sobritchea
Asian Center University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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In 2003, ASEAN leaders resolved to establish the ASEAN Community by 2025, anchored on three pillars: the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC), and the ASEAN PoliticalSecurity Community (APSC). The primary goal of ASCC is the development of a people-centered and socially responsible regional community based on shared values. Education, particularly higher education, has been treated as the core action line in promoting the ASEAN-Socio Cultural Community. In the ASCC Blueprint of 2025, the member countries have agreed to undertake various collaborative activities through people-topeople exchanges, regular dialogue and exchange of views on culture, environment, rural development, science and technology, poverty, women, education and labor.
This paper shall highlight the past and ongoing initiatives of the Philippines, particularly the work of CHED, in integrating the principles and approaches of gender equality and women’s human rights into academic standards and educational programs in the country It shall critically examine the enabling factors, good practices as well as challenges in achieving the goal of building an ASEAN community. Keywords: Gender equality, ASEAN, Higher Educational Institutions
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E-08 Japanese Women’s Activism as Transnational Women’s Movement: Reimagining Solidarity, Partnership, and Cooperation in Asia Jeane Cana Peracullo
De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines Email:
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Transnational groups, often citizen-initiated, non-governmental organizations, are reaching out to their Asian neighborswith offers of help through financial aids, capacity-building projects, awareness campaigns, conduct of study/research tours, among others.
In Southeast Asia, Japanese women are in the forefront of this movement. Their relative economic stability vis-à-vis their Southeast Asian counterparts, growing political consciousness of gender equality and parity, and heightened sense of the need for social transformation, all contributed to their activism, which in turn provided the impetus to initiate projects for other women less privileged than they are. These projects are often aimed at providing poorer women with resources to cope with the effects of globalization. In the Philippines, several Japanese women-led organizations can be found and they work with various sectors, which include children, youth, women, and indigenous cultures. According to Japan-Filipino NGO networks, Japanese NGOs are based all over the Philippines—from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, and an estimated 80 to 90 organizations are actively involved in the Philippines, thereby making the country a primary beneficiary of Japanese NGO assistance.
One of these women-led organizations is the Association of Women Empowerment Project (AWEP). AWEP describes itself as an NGO promoting women’s empowerment through fair trade that provides jobs for women, information sharing, and counseling for foreign residents in Japan. The paper seeks to demonstrate that AWEP, a Japanese women NGO working with Filipino women in the Philippines, which promotes fair trade, reveals Japanese women’s notion of international solidarity, which is informed by global sisterhood—an idea which posits that women the world over share common experiences regardless of race, nationality, ethnicity, class or economic status and therefore should help one another. This paper examines at length and in- depth Japanese women’s activism, as evinced by the members of AWEP, to be an example of a transnational women’s movement. Specifically, the paper revolves around a central question: What model of international solidarity, partnership and cooperation in Asia can be derived based on the Japanese women’s activism as a transnational women’s movement that aims to empower and enhance resource-enabling abilities of stakeholders? Using feminist critical discourse analysis, a re-imagination of international solidarity and cooperation is characterized by its being people-driven and rooted in shared experiences of being human in the contemporary world. Keywords: women’s movements, women in Asia, women’s activism
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E-10 Trend Analysis in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Fields Towards Policy Formulation on Gender Mainstreaming Zenaida Q. Reyes1, Glen R. Mangali1,2, Raquel A. Gonzales1,3 and Milano O. Torres1,4
College of Graduate Studies and Teacher Education Research, Philippine Normal University, Taft Avenue, Manila; 2Colegio De San Juan De Letran-Manila; 3Bacoor National High School, Bacoor, Cavite; 4 First Asia Institute of Technology and Humanities 1
The challenge in attaining sufficient graduates in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fields has become a major concern worldwide in support to the United Nations Sustainable Development goal on gender equality in education. The same challenge is faced by the national economy as it shows in the need of engineers and those in specialists in STEM fields who possessed the 21st century skills and can compete in the global economy as well. In the Philippines, this economic demand is addressed by producing quality graduates who can be globally competitive and who can help in promoting national development. It is believed that if equal exposure and opportunity for men and women will occur, then the country will be able to produce additional socio-economic benefit in our society.
Studies, data bases and research journals show that girls and women have low participation in STEM fields not only in the labor market but also in their educational exposure, where there is a big gender gap starting from junior high school to college education to employment. Hence, women are underrepresented in the field of STEM associated fields. This paper is focused on three important points. First, it will analyze and verify the trends in the gender gap in STEM education from junior high school until employment. STEM fields are predominantly male. Yet, men who are into science tend to leave school early due to employment demands resulting to more drop outs from Junior High School to College. In contrary, there are more women who are graduating in traditional courses but only few in STEM courses due to attrition rates, challenges, and effects resulting to poor career development and unemployment. Second, it will further examine subject preferences and performances of boys and girls vis as vis school ethos and instructional strategies. And lastly, policy recommendation or framework to address the issue on gender gaps and strategies for gender mainstreaming in education and training will be developed. Keywords: STEM fields; Gender equality, Hidden Gender Policy Formulation
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E-10 Gender Gap in Science Education, Creating Spaces for STEM Maria Helen F. Dayo1 and Rodger Dennis M. Valientes2
Agricultural Systems Institute, College of Agriculture and Food Systems2 Department of Economics, College of Economics and Management, University of the Philippines Los Banos, College, Laguna Email:
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In the World Economic Forum’s Global Competitiveness Report, Philippines showed weak performance in science and technology competitiveness ranking compared with other countries in the Region (DOST October 2016). With reference to this Report, this study examines whether the STEM education program will make the country more globally competitive and gender responsive in terms of selected indicators used in the Report.
This study investigates responsiveness of institutions to substantive changes that STEM offers to science and technology students. Since 2012, the Enhanced K+12 basic education program seeks to raise the quality of basic education through the enhancement and the expansion of basic education curriculum. The curriculum allows specialization in science and technology, along with the arts, music and livelihood among others. The character of STEM education program in the Philippines however, is to prepare young students to be globally competitive in the labor force with strong sciences and mathematics backgrounds. Hence, this study examines the gender dimension of science education in the Philippines, including the gender issues and gaps in enrollment, grants/ scholarships (incentives) and suggest reform towards STEM programs and policy that are gender and culturally responsive. Methodologically, the study also illustrates the contextual understanding of the interplay of technology, teaching and learning. Conversely, that gender sensitive pedagogical practices can promote greater participation of women and men (boys and girls) in science education. Keywords: K+12, science education, gender gap
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The National Network on Women in Fisheries in the Philippines (WINFISH) E-11 Gender-differentiated Perceptions of Typhoon Affected Households in New Washington, Aklan, Philippines Jee Grace B. Suyo1,4, Nerissa N. Salayo1, Didi B. Baticados1, Jon P. Altamirano1, Hisashi Kurokura2, and Satoshi Ishikawa3
Aquaculture Department, Southeast Asian Fisheries Development Center (SEAFDEC/AQD), Iloilo, Philippines, The University of Tokyo, Japan 3Research Institute for Humanity and Nature (RIHN), Kyoto, Japan, 4WINFISH Email:
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Stock enhancement is among the interventions considered to potentially contribute to increased resilience of coastal communities to disasters by improving livelihood through augmented income from fishing. The Aquaculture Department of SEAFDEC and RIHN initiated a shrimp stock enhancement project in Pinamuk-an, an island barangay in the municipality of New Washington, Aklan, with the intention of increasing stocks of black tiger shrimps (Penaeusmonodon) in the estuary and to help augment the income of the fishers. From 2012 to 2016, black tiger shrimps were released but the activity was temporarily disrupted due to the occurrence of Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) in November 2013. This study looked into the perceptions of the stock enhancement project vis-à-vis the typhoon impacts of eighty-two (82) fishing households composed of 31 (38%) women and 51 (62%) men. The responses were gender disaggregated to determine the differences in the perceptions of the respondents at four-time periods: before, during, immediately after, and two years following the typhoon. Although no significant difference was observed in the perceived contribution of stock enhancement to the women (65%) and men’s (62%) recovery, the overall assessments of living conditions varied between the two groups. The women believe that the living condition significantly improved after the project (p=0.00) in contrast to the men who did not perceive notable difference in their situation at the two time periods. The women’s post-project condition was associated with their pre-project situation, while for the men; it was negatively correlated with their pre-project average catch per trip. Keywords: fisheries, stock enhancement, typhoon, Philippines
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E-12 Wanted: Innovations for Enhancing Women’s Adaptive Capacity to Climate Variability in Coastal Communities Marieta Bañez Sumagaysay
National Research Council of the Philippines Department of Science and Technology, Philippines Email:
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Women in seaweed and squid drying are most vulnerable to climate variability. In as much as their livelihood is dependent on the sun and nature, any change in the climate will surely affect incomes and the economic position of the woman and her family. Further impacts are on the household’s well-being. This paper describes the situation of the Filipino women squid driers of Limasawaisland in Leyte, and the seaweed driers in Maliwaliw island in Samar. Using the Local Adaptive Capacity Framework (LACf) developed by the Africa Climate Change Resilience Alliance (ACCRA), the adaptive capacities and corresponding strategies to climate variability that are used by women squid/seaweed driers’ households were identified. The LACfelements include the households’ asset base, institutions and entitlements, knowledge and information, innovation, and flexible forward-looking decision-making and governance. Results showed the low level in the women’s awareness, knowledge, and utilization of S&T innovations to address the negative impacts of climate variability on their productive activities. Constraints and issues are determined, and gender concerns vis-à-vis the use of technological innovations are highlighted. Findings further show that science-based alternative ways to improve income positions is urgently needed today, when the woman can no longer rely on the sun to dry the squid and the seaweed the way it traditionally did a decade ago. Keywords: women’s adaptive capacity, climate variability, seaweed driers, squid driers, women’s livelihood
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E-13 Differentials in the Abalone Supply Chain: The Case of Northern Iloilo, Philippines Rowena Paz L. Gelvezon1,3, Alice Prieto-Carolino1,3, Hanny John P. Mediodia1, Fe M. Gabunada2, Cherry Pilapil-Añasco1
University of the Philippines Visayas, Iloilo, Philippines, 2Visayas State University, Leyte, Philippines, 3WINFISH Email:
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Many studies on the supply chains of various fisheries had been conducted but these are gender blind. This study was conducted to assess the gender roles, relations and differentials in the abalone supply chain in Northern Iloilo with the end objective of recommending policies to promote gender equity and women empowerment in the abalone fisheries. Using USAID’s six dimensions of gender analysis, each node of the abalone supply chain was analyzed to uncover gender differentials. Primary data were gathered through a survey of 28 abalone collectors, 7 trader-processors, and 7 traders; key informant interviews and focus group discussion. Results reveal that women have relatively less access to different kinds of assets than men due to household responsibilities that limit their mobility; women glean in intertidal zones while men dive in deeper parts of the water to collect abalone; women spend lesser time in collecting abalone since gleaning depends on the tide while men dive regardless of tide; men sell abalone to traders in the mainland, while women sell within the island barangays; both are engaged in the processing of abalone but men take the lead while women assist; men freely decide on matters pertaining to abalone fishing and trading but women’s decision to glean and trade is contingent upon the availability of another person to take over domestic responsibilities; and trading outside the island barangay demands more time of men to be away from home but at the same time allows them to have greater access to social networks. All these hinder women from fully participating and benefitting from the abalone supply chain It is recommended that intensive education and gender sensitivity among fishing households be undertaken for all to share in the management and benefits of abalone fisheries. Keywords: Philippine abalone, value chain analysis, gender analysis
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E-14 Preliminary Assessing Women’s Participation in the Forest Protection and Rehabilitation Project of GIZ in Leon, Iloilo Feljean Cagape1 and Rhodella A. Ibabao2
UP Visayas-DURP and MAO-Leon, Iloilo, 2College of Management, University of the Philippine-Visayas and WINFISH, Philippines E-mail:
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Research has shown that women are significant actors in social forestry and they are major contributors to environment rehabilitation and conservation. There are, however, gender issues related to inequalities in the status and condition of women and men manifested in thenorms, attitudes, and institutions that limit women’s and men’s life options, gender-role stereotyping and women’s multiple burdens among others. This paper provides preliminary insights on the extent to which one project has contributed to achieving gender equality results in the upland areas of Leon, Iloilo. The town is part of Panay’s important sink carbon in Western Visayas and the project has started in the year 2016. The project is a joint collaboration between the People’s Organization and the LGU with the latter handling the administrative aspect, particularly the monitoring and evaluation of the project. The PO is in-charge of the implementation of the project. Focus group discussions and key informant interviews were conducted with 23 representatives from participating households for the project. Of the 23 HH representatives, only two women are currently enrolled in the nursery production component of the project while the rest are males. All members are hired as job contracts with the men mainly tasked in the clearing operations while the two women are in-charge with seed production, propagation, and maintenance of fruit trees and vegetables. Both males and females fetch water from natural sources with no reported significant difficulty since sources are abundant and ‘gravity’ makes access easier. A key challenge for the women is the less amount of time they spend in the nursery; they have to finish their household chores before going to work. So they usually start their work late compared the men. In the absence of a temporary caretaker, women workers also bring their children in the workplace which divides their attention from work. The two women were also found to be less efficient compared to male workers; the ratio in the bagging of seedling is 3:1 with one male member finishing 3 bags at a time compared to just one bag when done by a female member. Initial results suggest that to improve the participation of women in the project, institutional changes have to take place in terms of extending work privileges, such as special holidays, to contractual workers so that they can properly attend to their reproductive roles with minimal disruption to their work output. Women also require more training and on-the-job experience on certain techniques to improve their efficiency in the nursery. Further probing is required to examine the very low number of women‘s participation in the project. Keywords: social forestry, multiple burden
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E-15 The Gender Difference in the Burden of Having Children: Evidence from Life Satisfaction Data Tsukasa Matsuura and Kageyama Junji Chuo University, Japan Email:
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This paper uses life satisfaction data from World and European Integrated Values Survey 1981–2008 and analyzes the gender difference in the relationship between the number of children and life satisfaction across welfare regimes. In doing so, we identify the gender difference in the parenting burden. Our results show that the gender with higher parenting costs, generally women, obtain lower satisfaction from having children. In particular, we find that the women’s disadvantage in life satisfaction is smaller in social democratic and liberal counties where extensive childcare supports are provided. We also find that the opposite is true in developing countries and NIEs in which public childcare supports are not widely available. Keywords: life satisfaction, ideal number of children, gender differences, welfare regimes
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E-16 Women Empowerment: A Case Study of Myanmar Employed Women and Housewives Khin Mar Mar and Ni Ni Hlaing
English Department; Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Mandalay University of Distance Education Ministry of Education, Myanmar
Empowerment is a multidimensional social process, which can change our life and social status in the society. It is the expansion of freedom of choice and action. This research analyzes multiple measures of women’s empowerment in the context of Myanmar. In the present research, an attempt has been done to evaluate the impact of women empowerment on employed and housewives of Myanmar. Sample size of 107 comprising of employed and housewives was selected to respond questionnaire. Primary data were also collected by interviewing 31 women who are educated as well as housewives. The limited size of sample was chosen to avoid response errors. The results show that Myanmar women’s ability to make strategic life choices in that educated and employed women are in a better position and have participative and decision powers in making family economic and social decisions. This indicates that employed women have positive impact on their family life. Thus, they gain control over their own lives, their decision for children’s education, and in their society by acting on issues that they define as important. It has been also found that women’s empowerment is all about allowing and equipping women to make changes by democratic ways. The results of the study show that education has positive impact on women’s family position and also indicate that good quality of education and sense of self worth may help in uplifting society. Some Myanmar housewives remain underrepresented in decision-making positions in most spheres of economic, social and family living standard. Keywords: Women Empowerment, Employed Women, Housewives
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E-17 What One Hand Gives, the Other Takes Away: Migration, Food Insecurity, and Women in the Philippines Jorge V. Tigno
Department of Political Science University of the PhilippinesDiliman, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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Food insecurity is a serious problem that is difficult to address in a country like the Philippines. For an increasing number of households, overseas migration has become a crucial strategy to address the problem of food insecurity in the country. Previous studies show the positive remittance effects of migration on income that lead to a reduction in household food insecurity. This paper reexamines this thesis and attempts to go beyond the simple increased income effect of migration. Such a perspective does not provide a full understanding of the consequences of migration on the family beyond the positive effects on household income and expenditures. More particularly, the paper analyzes the impact of the overseas migration of Filipino women on the state of food security in the Philippines by revisiting existing studies that utilize available primary survey datasets such as the family income and expenditure surveys (FIES), labor force surveys (LFS), surveys of overseas Filipinos (SOF), and the annual poverty indicators surveys (APIS). Since the 1990s an increasing number of women from the Philippines have been leaving the country as migrant workers. What effects does this feminization of migration have on the extent to which food security is experienced at the micro levels among migrant households? What effect does the migration of women have on the overall food security situation obtaining in the Philippines? In general, female-headed households are more likely to experience food security than maleheaded households. The paper observes that overseas migration has had several bifurcated effects on food security, i.e., that it has both positive and negative effects. At the micro level, migrant households are more likely to experience food security than non-migrant households. The income remittances of migrants can enhance the sense of food security of family members left behind even as it raises the social status of women and grants them a degree of autonomy. At the macro level, however, migration (particularly as it involves women) also has the effect of depriving the country of human resources, especially in rural areas, that can eventually exacerbate agricultural productivity and food security over the long term. Remittances from women migrants are likely to lead to higher investments in non-land assets, particularly on education and health, and this allows for reduced interest in investing in agricultural lands and agriculture-based enterprises. The gendered nature of overseas migration from the Philippines certainly has many dimensions especially in the way that such migration has impacted on family food security. The paper concludes that a redefinition of food security is necessary to understanding the bifurcated effects of gendered migration from the Philippines. This redefinition is one that moves away from the notion of food self-sufficiency to one of food self-reliance. Keywords: migration; women; Philippines; food security
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E-18 Light and Shadows of the Woundedness Among Sex-Workers Enfleshed in the Diary of St. Faustina: An Exploratory Study Nick John B. Solar1 and Reynold B. Navares2
Basic Education Department, 2Theology Department University of San Agustin-Iloilo City, Philippines Email:
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This creative qualitative-exploratory study deals with the free lance sex-workers directly involved in prostitution who are “robbed of his/her dignity as a person reduced to a mere means for the selfish pleasure of the buyer (CFC 1115). It was anchored in St. Augustine’s theology of grace “the gift of God, given gratis” (Sermons 144.1) that aids man to become good again and the unveiling of the sex-workers various subjective experiences of Woundedness and the movement of grace within them which were identified by various indicators. The respondents are five female and five male sex-workers. The study seeks to a.) Explore the Woundedness of sexworkers. b.) Identify the indicators of grace in the light of St. Augustine’s theology of Grace. and 3.) Propose a psycho-spiritual formation program for inner-healing. Semi-structured interview using an interview guide, naturalistic observation as well as the opinion was done by the experts to triangulate the data gathered and to form a judgment as to the phenomena under investigation. The interview was transcribed and deeply analyzed. The study shows that sex-workers were born in adverse negative life experiences that lead them to the flesh-trade. But despite of, they are aware that there is somebody who unconditionally loves them, who understands,who provides and answer prayers that result to the perception that they have to change opportunity comes. St. Augustine openly declares that man is weak because of original sin. God intervene and continuously helps the man to become dignified again. Finally, He sends His son to heal Woundedness in each one of us. The study further proposes a psycho-spiritual program on inner-healing that may remediate the sex-workers plight to inner freedom. Helping the sex-workers for a new life, hence this study. Keywords: Woundedness, Sex workers, St. Faustina’s Diary, Mercy
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E-19 Exploring the Gender Division of Labor in the Wood Carving Industry of Paete, Laguna Samuel Brando H. Piamonte1, Lei A. Pangilinan1, Harold M. Carag1 and Zoraida V. Amper2
Department of Social Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños Technical Education and Skills Development Authority - Bondoc Peninsula Technological Institute, Philippines Email:
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The study aims to explore the gender dimension of the division of labor in the wood carving process. It also seeks to identify the reasons that lead to the existing level of participation of women in the said industry. Qualitative methodology was utilized to address the objectives of this research through in-depth interviews with key-informants, wood carvers, and business owners from Paete, Laguna. It was revealed that the wood carving process is dominated by men. The core process is performed mainly by men while the finishing touches are performed by women. Their institutionalized secondary role in wood carving, their physical limitations, the existence of Pagtataka (Papier-mâché) in which women engage instead, and finally, their reproductive roles at home are the unearthed reasons for the low participation of women in wood carving process. The conclusion from the study highlights the impact of rigid and traditional gender roles to women’s participation. The study recommends that the Local Government Unit through its Gender and Development Office promote and encourage women’s participation in wood carving by conducting trainings, workshops and regular exhibits; allocate funds to promote women-owned small businesses; and include wood carving in the technical, vocational, and livelihood track in the secondary school curriculum Keywords: wood carving; gender division of labor; Paete
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E-20 The Barangay Health Workers Program in Calbayog City Leo Jesus M. Lacaba1, Eugene C. Calumba2, Joselito Tangaran2, Marilyn B. Roa2 and Josefa L. Trani3 College of Management, Northwest Samar State University, Philippines Northwest Samar State University, Philippines 3 University Health Center, Northwest Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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The improvement of the health programs and services depends so much on the country’s health care delivery system being in place. The mandate to provide health services to the people is the government hospitals and basic among which are the Barangay Health Centers (BHCs). This study utilized the descriptive method particularly survey. All personnel from the City Health Office of Calbayog were respondents of the study. Selected barangays was chosen as respondents. The barangays included in the research were the top 47 barangays by virtue of population. Barangay health workers, barangay officials were universally sampled and random sampling using fish bowl technique was used for the beneficiaries. Age, annual income, years in service, years of work background, number of trainings and seminars attended as well as gender and civil status and highest educational attainment has something to do in the perceived extent. Furthermore, there is association between the variables. It means that trainings and services offered as well as occupation/employment has something to do in the perceived extent of implementation of the BHWs program in Calbayog City. There is serious concern on extent of implementation of Barangay Health Workers programs of Calbayog City. A systematic way of hiring or appointing BHWs should be incorporated in the Barangay Development Plan. Issue on work schedule is not really important considering they are residents of the barangay, and are always on-call. Barangay governance should include procurement of materials and equipment in the annual budget. Barangay affairs should remain apolitical. Keywords: Barangay, Health, Health workers, Health Program Implementation
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E-21 Development of a Data Compilation System for Gender-Responsive Planning and Monitoring Liza N. Comia, Dalisay S. Maligalig, Lysette C. Aguila, Mi-Auree L. Bautista Institute of Statistics University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines
This study developed a data compilation system for the University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) to support effective gender mainstreaming. While it is by no means complete, the system can serve as an initial template that can be used by other state universities and colleges. The development and maintenance of a Gender and Development (GAD) database containing gender statistics and sex-disaggregated data is one of the institutional mechanisms for gender mainstreaming that is prescribed by the Magna Carta of Women (MCW), Republic Act 9710 (RA 9710). The lack of a GAD database resonated in the discussions of many participants of a training workshop on gender statistics and analysis that the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT), University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB) jointly organized with the National Economic and Development Authority Region IVA for the region’s local government officials involved in gender mainstreaming. The state universities and colleges in the region were well represented in this workshop and they echoed the need for a GAD database to support gender analysis. The processes under each of the UPLB’s core activities, the available data items that are derived from these core activities and the constituencies of UPLB were examined in developing the data compilation system. In implementing the proposed data compilation system, there were many data issues that are detrimental to the data compilation system that were identified. Possible solutions to these data issues were also discussed. Potential gender issues were identified from the preliminary analysis that was done. Keywords: gender mainstreaming; state universities and colleges; data compilation system; gender issues
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Reversing Gender Inequalities through Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Amaryllis T. Torres
Executive Director Philippine Social Science Council Email:
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Gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls are important priorities of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Quality and inclusive education is another important SDG goal, and targets equal access for all women and men, boys and girls, not only to primary education, but also to affordable and quality technical, vocational and tertiary education. Quality education and gender equality goals together influence the attainment of Goal 8 - decent work and economic growth. The processes of globalization have led to a rethinking of the nature and role of technical and vocational education and training (TVET). It can provide training for employable skills and lifelong learning skills, including literacy, numeracy and leadership. Through TVET, out-of-school girls and older women are given the opportunity to attain economic autonomy, gain new skills and strengthen personal agency. This paper provides a gender analysis of the factors that propel TVET towards the realization of three goals of the SDGs, and its contribution to more equitable and sustainable patterns of human development. Factors implicated in the pursuit of gender equality through TVET will be explored and analyzed in relation to two selected “promising practices” that focus on the application of ICT in TVET. Suggestions for the active promotion of gender equality in technical and vocational education will be proposed. Keywords: gender equality, gender disparity, mainstreaming gender in technical and vocational education and training (TVET), empowering women and girls through TVET
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STRAND 6: Disaster Risk Reduction of Natural Disasters caused by Climate Change, Earthquake and Tsunami
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F-01 UAV to Ground Team and Vehicle Hub Cooperative Missions with Delay Tolerant Information Flows for Post Disaster Decision Support Systems Gemalyn D. Abrajano1, Chrisandro Favila1, Benjz Gerard Sevilla2, Jaime Luis Honrado1, Nathaniel J. C. Libatique2 and Gregory L. Tangonan1
Ateneo Innovation Center; 2Electronics, Computer and Communications Engineering Department Ateneo De Manila University, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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We will show our conceptual approach to the use of specialized UAVs and ground teams in cooperative mission scenarios. This includes the ability to bring into the field special communications capabilities designed to augment and assist where traditional communications infrastructure fail. Ground teams use delay tolerant communications techniques to aggregate critical information for remote command and control sites, with UAVs or vehicle hubs as store and forward nodes to extend range. In these scenarios, we perform a multi-phased and multi-agent deployment of unmanned vehicle platforms as needed. Using hybrid communications technologies and devices Push to Talk Radio, Android-based adhoc protocols, RPi hubs, 915 MHz and 760 MHz transceivers and delay tolerant communications standards (RFC 5050), we are designing and demonstrating how critical information such as victim or survivor identities and needs can be robustly transmitted to command and control using bump communications, aggregation and store and forward techniques. Information analysis such as facial recognition and pre-stored information of survivor social networks, especially for the elderly and PWDs, enable efficient and targeted response. In the talk, we discuss the results of our ongoing field demonstrations as well as discuss the components of our envisioned information flow architectures and visualization & decision support interfaces. If time allows, we will broadly sketch our future research directions. Keywords: UAV; Resilient Communicaitons; Delay Tolerant Networks; Decision Support System; Disaster Response
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F-02 Flood Risk Assessment with High Spatial Resolution for Flood Disaster Mitigation under Climate Change Scenario Apip1,2, Nurya Utami3, Dini Daruati1, Meti Yulianti1, Iwan Ridwansyah1, M. Fakhrudin1,2,Luki Subehi1, Unggul Handoko1, Hendro Wibowo1 and Eko Harsono1 1Research Center for Limnology, Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI), Indonesia 2Asia Pacific Centre for Ecohydrology (APCE), Category II Centre under the Auspace of UNESCO 3Master of Science in Information Technology for Natural Resources Management, Bogor Agricultural University (IPB), Indonesia Email:
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One of the important components in flood disaster risk reduction is the availability of spatial information on flood risk that include: flood discharge (q), flood depth (h), flood extent (A), flood duration (t), and the loss value due to flood which could be quantified in the form of damage costs (θ). Change in the value of risk f(h, A, t, θ) was hypothesized to be sensitive to climate change and other environmental factors that exist at a river basin area. Therefore, it is quite important to control the flood disaster risk as a part of adaptation programs to the climate change impacts and to deal with the increasing pressure due to anthropogenic activities. Additionally, to support the action plan and to increase the understanding and awareness related to the flood disaster mitigation, spatial information on flood risk which having high resolution and precision is required. This study aimed to quantify the spatial information of flood risk with high spatial resolution. 2-D flood-modeling system (e.g., rainfall-runoff-inundation), climate change projection and risk assessment have been used as the main method. Furthermore, this study has been focused in the Batanghari River basin, Sumatera and 13 river catchments flowing through Jakarta Capital City, Indonesia. Obtained risk information forms the basis for long term management decisions on improving operational flood risk management, especially in order to cope with impacts of the future climate change. Keywords: climate change, flood risk, flood disaster mitigation, Batanghari River, Jakarta
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F-03 Analysis of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plans and Practices Related to Resilience to Flooding of Urban Water System in Davao City Anthony C. Sales1, Della Grace G. Bacaltos2, Lourdes R. Simpol3, Ricardo Corcino4 and Gerardo Ramon Cesar B. Reynaldo5
Department of Science and Technology-Regional Field Office XI Southern Philippines Agri-business, Marine and Aquatic School of Technology (SPAMAST) 3 Ateneo de Davao University (ADDU) 4 Hydrology for Environment, Life and Policy- Davao Network 5 Mindanao Development Authority Email:
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Climate change related disasters like flooding may affect the urban water system (UWS) of Davao City that includes its potable water. This underscores the importance of having Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Plans (DRRMP) at various levels. Component 2 of the UNESCO-HELP Davao Network project entitled “Enhancing resilience to disasters of UWS” looked into the DRRM Plans and analyzed dynamics as to vertical and horizontal integration of various DRRM initiatives in order to strengthen integrated planning, coordination and management towards resilience of the UWS. Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and Key Informant Interview (KI) were used to determine if there is cascading of plans to the barangay level. Results of the study showed that the DRRM Plans are mainly focused on peoples’ safety and do not address the management of UWS during disasters, with agencies’ involvement anchored on institutional mandates. In terms of vertical integration of plans, the DRRMP at the region and city levels follow the same template with similar targets for outcome, output and activities but at the barangay level there are limited outcomes. As to horizontal integration, there appears to be some gaps in coordination between and among regional government offices and the city local government unit with minimal participation of the former in the City DRRM Council and at the barangay level. Over all, the plan review, FGD, and KII suggest that DRRMPs should include the management of UWS during disasters, with vertical and horizontal integration of DRRM initiatives at various levels as key components and strategies. Keywords: urban water system, disaster, flooding, climate change, Mindanao Philippines
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F-04 Landslide Warning System Web Application Using Satellite-based Rainfall: A Proto-type Project under the Sentinel Asia in the Philippines Arturo S. Daag1, Ken Tsutsui2, Rio Tanabe3, Margarita Dizon1, Kim Vitto1 and Renato U. Solidum, Jr.1 Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology NTT Data, 3Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency Email:
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Rain-induced landslides are one of the most frequently occurring hydro-met related hazards in the Philippines. Most of these landslides occurs without warning thus several casualties are accounted each year. The lack of landslide warning system may be attributed to several factors, among them are: absence of rain gauge to measure local precipitation, lack of understanding on the rainfall-landslide threshold, and the appropriate warning protocols to the community. This study will try to address these issues by developing a proto-type landslide warning system. A continuous hourly satellite-based rainfall from the Global Mapping of Precipitation (GSMap) augmented with telemetered local rain gauge will be used as input in monitoring rainfall. A Radial Based Function Network, a machine learning system that was used to analyze Soil Moisture Index (SMI) leading to the establishment of landslide threshold. The SMI is based on tank model concept which is a common system used in rainfall-runoff models. A continuous monitoring system was develop that analyse the hourly rainfall and the SMI in an integrated web-based system was developed so that it will be available 24/7 to stake holders. The system can be used by stakeholder to monitor and warn the communities in real time. The system was operational for around three years. There were some recorded events with good results on the predictability of the system. The proto-type landslide warning system was introduced to DRR officers in Rizal Province and were trained on how to use the system and eventually integrate in their landslide warning operations. The online landslide warning system was initially calibrated using past landslides events and their corresponding precipitation records. Based on the recent events, the system predictability is very good on moderate to heavy rainfall classifications. However, for long duration relatively small precipitation, the system predictability may still need improvement. Keywords: Landslide, GSMap, RBFN, Soil Moisture Index, Landslide threshold
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F-05 A Proposed Flood Control Program for Gandara River Lady Ann M. Fabillar
Samar State University, Samar,Philippines Email:
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The flooding problem in San Jorge Samar may be solved through an effective implementation of flood control program. As such, the study proposed a flood control program for Gandara river at San Jorge channel as with the following objectives: to evaluate the potential parameters for flood occurrence of the Gandara River through its topography, Hydrological Characteristics, Siltation. Also to determine the existing practice of flood control initiatives and eventually to develop a proposed flood control program. As Guided by the DPWH Flood Control Planning Manual, computation of the needed parameters in planning and design of flood control program was processed through HEC-HMS (Hydrological Engineering Center - Hydrologic Modeling System) software. Findings suggest San Jorge urban areas as well as portions of its adjacent barangays as depicted in topography is surrounded by significant upland and rolling area. Gandara River Basin at San Jorge channel is considered flood prone. As to some hydrological characteristics contributory to flooding event, at extreme precipitation, the resulting flood plain adjacent to the river channel covers a total 4,315,568 square meters, inundating big portion of mostly commercial, educational and agricultural area. Peak discharge is 1474 cubic meters per second, that produces a flood depth that reached up to about 7 meters which is significantly high. Sedimentation or siltation is also contributory to flooding events in the area, As there are no concrete strategy of flood control yet, flooding event remain a devastating phenomenon annually. Hence, it is imperative to establish a mitigating if not control measures for Gandara River at San Jorge, Samar. Presented in this study is a proposal for Flood Control Program for Gandara River as a recommendation to the local government of San Jorge, Samar. Keywords: River; Topography; Hydrological Characteristics; Siltation; Flood Control; Hydrologic Modeling System
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F-06 Political Leadership and Disaster Management in the Philippines: The Experiences of Two Municipalities Jan Robert R. Go
Department of Political Science University of the PhilippinesDiliman, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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The paper looks at the role of local political leadership in disaster management during the preparation, response, and rehabilitation efforts after the devastation brought by typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda). The focus of this paper is on the leadership, and effectively on accountability, of local officials in their response in the wake of the natural calamity. Two cases are studied: the municipalities of Tanauan and Palo, both are in the province of Leyte. These cases provide two different characterisations of local chief executives and their involvement in disaster risk reduction and management. Also, taken into consideration are the national-local relations and the politics in between. The paper intends to draw lessons from the Philippines experience, which can serve as a guide for other similarly situated countries. Keywords: disaster management; political leadership; local politics; Leyte; Haiyan; Philippines
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F-07 Participatory assessment of community capacities and vulnerabilities - Towards the Realization of Community-based Early Warning System for Deep-seated Landslides Brian Anthony L.Gumiran1, Fatima M. Moncada1, Harianne J. Gasmen1, Nathalie Ross L. Boyles1 and Renato U. Solidum, Jr.2 Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology-Department of Science and Technology (PHIVOLCS)- DYNASLOPE Project 2 Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology-Department of Science and Technology (PHIVOLCS-DOST), Quezon City Email:
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Implementing a community-based early warning system for deep-seated landslides (CBEWS-L) requires community capacities and vulnerabilities assessment (CVA). On the other hand, local communities are most knowledgeable of their own capacities and vulnerabilities. It is therefore the aim of this study to employ participatory approaches in community CVA of five study sites.
CVA, stakeholder mapping, and key informant interviews were the main instruments used. The Pressure and Release (PAR) Model served as the guiding principle during data analysis and meaning-making. Data validation through triangulation and results validation through post-analysis consultations were also employed. There are varying sets of capacities and vulnerabilities existing in each community which can be categorized into direct and indirect factors. The means to address each factor also vary across sites. Presence of external factors are highlighted, and if examined thoroughly, may lead to more complex issues of politics and power. Defining means to achieve a CBEWS-L based on a community’s capacities and vulnerabilities will lead to site-specific solutions. While community members’ participation is essential in achieving the goal, there is also a pressing need for local government units (LGUs), especially the legislative arm, to commit to the CBEWS-L vision. Furthermore, a comprehensive community risk assessment, including a more in-depth use of the PAR Model, is recommended to uncover root causes that may hamper the realization of the CBEWS-L. Keywords: pressure and release model; capacities and vulnerabilities assessment; community-based early warning system; deep-seated landslides; participatory research; ICT4D
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F-08 Application of Disaster Risk Assessment to Typhoon Disaster Risk Reduction Leoncio A. Amadore, Ma. Cecilia A. Monteverde and Sammy Boy B. Jatico Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration Department of Science and Technology, Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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Disaster risk assessment (DRA), which consists of hazard and vulnerability analyses, including exposure and coping capacity analyses, is a prerequisite to disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation (CCA) processes. A science-based method of conducting DRA, following the core concepts of SREX (Special Report on Extreme Events) - Managing the Risks of Extreme Events and Disasters to Advance Climate Change Adaptation Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC, 2012) is applied to post-typhoon DRA of Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda, 2013).The method is based on the relationship, R = HEV/C, where R, H, E, V and C refer to risk, hazard, exposure, vulnerability and coping capacity, respectively. Hazards associated with typhoons consist of strong winds, high storm surges and heavy rains-causing floods and or landslides. Qualitative and quantitative DRA of Typhoon Yolanda, through a detailed hazard analysis of its strong winds and highly disastrous storm surge, and a cursory physical, social, and economic vulnerability analyses of the disaster area, showed the susceptibility of the coastal areas of Samar and Leyte to high risks of strong winds and storm surge occurrences. Some DRR measures and strategies based on the DRA methodology are presented, including applications to post-disaster recovery and rehabilitation phases of disaster risk management. Keywords: risk; hazard; vulnerability; disaster risk assessment (DRA); DRR
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F-09 EpiNurse: Participatory Monitoring o f Health Security and Disaster Risk Reduction by Local Nurses Sakiko Kanbara1, MariaRegina E. Estuar2, Hiroyuki Miyazaki3, Hyeon JuLee1, Archana Joshi1, and Shoko Miyagawa4 University of Kochi, Japan Ateneo de Manila University, Philippines 3 University of Tokyo, Japan 4 Keio University, Japan
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This paper presents a participatory monitoring method, incorporating ICT and health care professionals’ insight, as an epidemiological approach to ensuring health security in disaster. A basic health measurement kit and mobile app for data collection, developed by incorporating health surveillance items recommended by WHO, allow an easy data integration and sharing with other stake holders in disaster. For information gathering on items measuring “care needs,” local nurses, named EpiNurses (Epidemiology+Nurse), work as monitors in evacuation centers. A prototype of data collection tool and experimental trials was used as action research and derived the requirement of the toolkit. Primary informants of monitoring were women who remained in shelters. This participatory monitoring enabled communication in near real-time and supplied relevant information for community people by using volunteer-based disaster mapping such as OpenStreetMaps, and geo-tagging photos, which let the monitors retrieve information of three main elements (time, place, and person) of descriptive epidemiology. The most critical challenge in data collection in disaster prone community is generating readable information that can be used for predicting the likelihood of outbreak of diseases. Greater cultural knowledge is also critical in knowing local people’s interpretation contributing to vulnerable situations to identify high risks. Local network development and conversation analysis using mobile phone must be available in future. To put into practice, communities need to be literate through education as well as system development. Keywords: Participatory Monitoring, Information and communications technology, Nursing, Health Security, Disaster Risk Reduction
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F-11 Seismic Hazards of the Gyeongju Area, Korea Kie Hwa Lee
The National Academy of Sciences, Republic of Korea Email:
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Gyeongju is one of the most important cities in Korea and located in the region of the Yangsan fault system, which is the most prominent fracture zone in the southeastern part of the Korean peninsula. The seismicity of the Yangsan fault system has been of great concern in Korea since many valuable historical monuments are in the Gyeonju area and especially many nuclear power plants are located nearby. Ten destructive earthquakes equal to or greater than MMI occurred in the Gyeongju area in the past and it has been suspected that the Yangsan fault system is seismically active. A sequence of three earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 to 5.8 occurred in the Gyeognju area from 12th to 19th of September 2016. The peak horizontal ground acceleration recorded 422 Gal. These earthquakes clearly demonstrated that the Yangsan fault system is active. They also provided valuable data for the seismic hazard analysis of the area. Their focal depth estimations, based on the crustal model of the Korean peninsula, range 11 to 15km and fault plane solutions show mostly strike-slip faultings on the NNE trending plane in coincidence with the strike of the Yangsan fault. The maximum earthquake of the Gyeongju area, based on historical earthquakes and the segmentation of the Yangsan fault is estimated to be of magnitude 7.3. Keywords: seismic hazard; Gyeongju; Yangsan fault; actve fault; maximum earthquake
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F-12 Reproductive Health and Post Haiyan Baby Boom Ladylyn Lim Mangada
University of the Philippine-Visayas Tacloban College, Philippines Email:
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Disasters disrupts human ecology that exceeds the capacity of the community to function normally. It destroys basic infrastructure creating instability in people’s lives. Super typhoon Haiyan (STH), a monstrous typhoon in 2013 November devastated Eastern Visayas killing around 8000 people. Various infrastructure such as health facilities were severely damaged which led to the interruption of health services and effect on population. Haiyan took away lives but it also brought new lives. Using a qualitative approach, the paper looked into the rise of birth rates following STH which struck the city of Tacloban in 2013 November. Primary data gathering was conducted in 2015 December to 2016 February-. A key informant interview guide was administered to women/ men living in the relocation sites and individuals delivering post-Haiyan response. The KI was supplemented with the review of related literature ,secondary data from the local parish churches, hospital and INGOs. The rising birth rates in Tacloban City seems to have concurred the fertility and population increases in the different disaster contexts such as after the Indian Ocean Tsunami, the large earthquakes in Turkey (1999), India (2001) and Pakistan (2005) and in South Carolina, USA, following hurricane Hugo. The paper suggests that an effective state and non state actors intervention starts with the recognition that women are vulnerable and have special needs. Institutions , local and international, need to integrate reproductive health care services particularly in the emergency response and early recovery after a disaster. Keywords: reproductive health, baby boom, post disaster, Haiyan
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F-13 Exploring the Use of Phenomenological Approach to Understanding Past Earthquake and Tsunami Events Ma. Mylene L. Martinez-Villegas and Renato U. Solidum, Jr. Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology Department of Science and Technology Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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This work explores the use of qualitative research methods in communication specifically phenomenological analysis, combined with technical background in geology to understanding how people give meaning to earthquake and tsunami events. Source of data are from non-seismological observations of earthquake impacts mostly documented descriptions of experiences of people, with archival video-documented interviews as the main tool. There is great potential for in-depth analysis of interviews with people who have experienced major events and have vividly described their lived experiences.
Phenomenological approach focuses on analyzing and understanding the phenomena from the point of view of the resource persons for person-in-environment contexts based on past events and future expectations (Kitchin and Tate, 2013). This work attempts to use both descriptive and interpretative phenomenological analysis (DIPA) in understanding how people who lived the earthquake and tsunami disaster experience understand, and make meaning of the phenomena based on analysis of their own descriptions. The significance of DIPA as a research methodology lies in its potential contributions to macroseismic studies and risk communication. Analyzed vivid descriptions will fill in gaps in information on macroseismic studies such as derived intensities based on descriptions of impacts to people and environment. Understanding how people understand and put meaning to past events’ will greatly contribute to risk communication planning. Keywords: earthquake; tsunami; phenomenological analysis; macroseismic; risk communication
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F-14 Assessment of Flood Hazard Mapping (FHM) Project in San Juan River Basin Marilyn V. Medina
University of the Philippines Diliman Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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In the past, flooding ranked second in the list of disasters that affected the most number of people in the Philippines with increasing total number of victims. This prompted the Philippine government to adopt structural and non-structural approaches as flood prevention and risk mitigation strategies. Flood Hazard Mapping is a non-structural approach that enables communities to cope with flooding. Study assessed the FHM undertaken at 11 barangays in the basin that involved measuring accuracy of designated flood-prone areas, impact on the beneficiaries, actual benefits derived, and how flooding information is delivered to the people before, during, and after flooding. Project is relevant given the choice of the project area and target project beneficiaries and met its objective of developing an accurate methodology because of the potential of improving flood awareness and evacuation, though insufficient information dissemination prevented the realization of the benefits as more than half of households that opted to remain at home will go to the evacuation when provided with transportation, and sustainability of the project depended on the initiative of officials and residents. Updating of FHMs and its simplification to ensure good reception is necessary. It could be realized by regular training for improved awareness level of each resident and implementing agencies and conduct of holistic flood-education and implementation with focus on the behavior of the beneficiaries. Bottom-top approach in planning for the community DRRM is not adopted thus miscommunication and inconsistencies of responsibilities are not sufficiently implemented. Keywords: flood hazard mapping; disaster; risk mitigation; strategies; risk reduction; flooding; typhoon
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F-15 Wireless Sensor Network Complements Telemetered Landslide Early Warning System in Sites with Poor GSM Connectivity Kristine M. Bantay1, Jo Hanna Lindsey G. Serato, Earl Anthony V. Mendoza1 and Renato U. Solidum2
Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology DYNASLOPE Project Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology-Department of Science and Technology (PHIVOLCS-DOST), Quezon City Email:
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The project entitled “Development and Deployment of Early Warning System for Deep-Seated Catastrophic Landslides (DEWS-L)” aims to provide early warning to communities exposed to deep-seated landslide hazards. Data is transmitted mainly through GSM communications. However, some of the sites have little to no GSM connectivity within the vicinity of the landslide sensor dataloggers. To solve this, the group implemented a wireless sensor system that lets the datalogger communicate with an offsite GSM gateway logger. This wireless sensor system is composed of two datalogger types. The first type is a router node data logger which is directly samples data from the landslide sensors. These nodes can number from one to four data loggers spread over the landslide area monitored. These loggers send their sampled sensor data using XBee radios (2.1GHz) to the second datalogger type, the gateway datalogger. This gateway datalogger is strategically located in a spot where network signal is available and sufficient for consistent SMS transmission to the central GSM Server. A wireless network configuration within the landslide vicinity allowed landslide sensor data to be transmitted from the sensors to a nearby GSM gateway that is within a 1000m line of sight. Data can then be transmitted to a central GSM server system. This setup has been implemented in 8 (eight) out of the 50 (fifty) sites serviced by the DEWSL project. The use of wireless sensor networks in landslide monitoring makes it possible to transmit data from landslide sensor areas with poor GSM connectivity, primarily determined by local topography. Keywords: wireless sensor networks; XBee; GSM connectivity; landslide monitoring; early warning system
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F-16 Predicted Freezing Damage in HVAC and Plumbing Systems caused by Loss of Power during Major Disasters and its Counterplans Masanori Sugawara1, Hitoshi Akai2, Hikaru Kobayashi3, Yasuhiko Iinuma4 and Makoto Tahara5 Miyagi University of Education, 2Yurtec Corporation, 3Tohoku University, 4Kajima Corporation, Takenaka Corporation, Japan Email:
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The Great East Japan Earthquake Disaster in March 2011 caused a large-scale loss of power in the district managed by Tohoku Electric Power, Co., Inc. Even though it was winter in Tohoku district and the district experienced snowfall, there was no damage caused by freezing to the HVAC and plumbing systems in the district. However, if it had been colder with no power supply for more days, predictable damages to the HVAC and plumbing systems would result. Damaged pipes in building equipment would cause numerous water leaks after electricity was restored. We have to be prepared to face a large-scale loss of power from a major earthquake or other natural disasters. We interviewed experts in Hokkaido, the northernmost district of Japan and discussed methods to avoid freezing damage to building equipment. Based on the information obtained, counterplans against freezing damage were proposed for buildings in Tohoku, the southern district next to Hokkaido. Appropriate methods for protecting building equipment in Tohoku district are selected from the advanced knowledge and technologies developed in Hokkaido. These methods for protecting water supply piping/heating devices, fire suppression systems, and HVAC system were improved.
One of our most important conclusions was that we recognized a cultural difference between the two districts, i.e., methods considered standard in the cold region were not necessary in the other regions, which is rather exceptional. Counterplans should be considered necessary for both building equipment and the thermal environment in the shelters after evacuation. Keywords: disaster; loss of power; freezing damage; building equipment; thermal environment; evacuation shelter
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F-17 Recent Devastating Wind Disasters in East Asia Qingshan Yang, Rong Gao, Fan Bai, Tian Li and Yukio Tamura
Beijing’s Key Laboratory of Structural Wind Engineering and Urban Wind Environment Beijing Jiaotong University, China Email:
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This paper introduces recent devastating wind-related disasters in East Asia, including disasters in Japan, the Philippines and China from 2013 to 2016. It focuses on several post-disaster investigations including those on Typhoon Haiyan in 2013 in the Philippines; Typhoon Mujigae and two typhoon-associated tornados in October, 2015, in Guangdong, China; and a tornado in June, 2016 in Yancheng, China. The following facts were derived as lessons from these investigations. Aerodynamic effects of jalousie windows and ventilating openings are very important in wind resistant design of buildings in the Philippines. Buildings with long-span roofs should have stiff roof frames to resist wind actions. Cladding and component performance is the most important issue in wind resistant design. Debris impacts are significant, and it is important to protect against them or not to generate debris to create a wind resistant society. End stiffeners are very efficient for folded steel roof systems. Fatigue effects due to daily solar heating can cause damage to connections between roof claddings/components and substructures. Appropriate design and construction should consider solar heating effects, and “periodic maintenance of roofing systems should be done to maintain their integrity and performance. Keywords: Typhoon Haiyan, Typhoon Mujigae, tornado, wind-related disaster, cladding, wind-borne debris
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F-18 Recent Earthquakes and the Need for New Philosophy for Earthquake Resistant Design Akira Wada
Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan Email:
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For more than 100 years we have tried to find modern technologies to achieve earthquake-resistant structures. To attain a high confidence of preventing collapse of buildings during big earthquakes at reasonable cost, we developed design and detailing methods that allowed structures to undergo ductile plastic deformations during these earthquakes. Unfortunately, tremendous numbers of buildings are significantly damaged when moderate to large earthquakes. While properly designed and constructed buildings do not collapse, people cannot return to their home, their office or school after such a big earthquake occur. Even last year, we have observed this situation in M6.4 Tainan, earthquake in February and M7.0 Kumamoto earthquake in April. Two weeks after the Kumamoto earthquake, more than 10,000 buildings were red tagged. At least 100,000 people were unable to occupy these red tags houses or buildings, even though few collapses occurred. It results in tremendous suffering, disruption of normal social and public activities and tremendous economic consequences, loss of occupancy and services, and need for emergency response and recovery. We need as engineers and researchers to consider whether our philosophy of earthquake resistant design developed in 20th century must change to meet the social, economic and SDGs requirements of 21st century. I will discuss some important developing trends in design and engineering against earthquakes that will lead to structures that are not only safe, but resistant to damage and can be restored to full operation quickly with minimal disruption and cost. Keywords: SDGs, earthquake disasters, seismic design philosophy
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F-19 Peatland Disaster Risk Reduction Based on Ecosystem Management in Palangkaraya, Central Kalimantan of Indonesia Wahyu Widiyono1, Siti Sundari1, Nyoman Sumawijaya2, Nuril Hidayati1, Laode Alham1 and Joeni S. Rahajoe1 1Research Center for Biology, the Indonesian Institute of Sciences 2Research Center for Geotechnology, the Indonesian Institute of Sciences
Peatland fire and drought which happened annually have become serious ecosystem disaster in Indonesia; especially in the Central Kalimantan. A model of peatland ecosystem management to decrease disaster risk is being developed in a 3.5 hectares plot in Kalampangan Village, Palangka Raya District, since 2016. The research consisted of estimation of carbon stock in the post-fire forest, natural forest and farming area; the post-fire peatland management by agronomic, agroforestry and conservation methods; and a simple methods of peat water treatment. Result of the first research are trees and litter total biomass (170.5 and 7 ton ha-1), trees and litter carbon stock (64.3 and 3.1 ha-1) in the natural forest much more higher than that of in the post-fire forest and in the farming area. Dissolved organic carbon through the water and soil respiration from soil ecosystem were also observed; physical and chemical characteristic of plot indicated peat thickness (2.7-4.1 m), pH (4.4 pH) and water table (35-46 cm). Some species of vegetable, food crops, forestry and conservation plants were tested in this plot; A simple methods of peat water treatment by manual and mechanical mixing were able to improve water quality to meet clean water standard. Keywords: ecosystem management, disaster risk reduction, peatland, carbon and water
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F-20 Science Council of Japan and Japan Academic Network for Disaster Reduction Masako Yoneda
Keio Advanced Research Center Keio University, Japan Email:
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Science Council of Japan (SCJ) is the representative organization of Japanese scientist community ranging over all fields of sciences subsuming humanities, social sciences, life sciences, natural sciences, and engineering. The academic organization covering all fields is rare one in the world. SCJ has four roles: 1. Policy recommendations to the government and public, 2. International activities, 3. Promotion of scientific literacy, 4. Establishment of networks among scientists. This paper focus on the 4th role and introduce an actual activity. Members of SCJ and 47 academic societies established Japan Academic Network for Disaster Reduction in January 2016, which covers social sciences, life sciences, natural sciences, and engineering. This network works very well for promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and social implementation of research, for example the 2017 Kumamoto earthquake. In academic world, specialization has been progressed and integration has been weakened. A similar organization is expected to be established in other field for responding to the global problem, and I consider the possibility. Many natural disasters occur in Asia. I also consider what we can do to promote collaboration among Asian countries with a view to the future. Keywords: Science Council of Japan; Academic Network; Disaster Reduction; collaboration among Asian countries; 2017 Kumamoto earthquake
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Development of Earthquake Risk Assessment Method for Office Building for Earthquake Insurance Rate Determination TakahiroTsutsui and HirotoTakaguchi Waseda University,Tokyo, Japan Email:
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It is necessary to reduce earthquake damage of buildings in Japan. Technological development to prevent earthquake damage is progressing, but earthquake insurance for office buildings is not maintained. Because, there is no earthquake risk assessment method that investors and insurance industry person can understand. Therefore, in this research, we develop a simple earthquake risk assessment method and report the result of adapting to seven government buildings in Japan. First, we decompose the elements of the building into structure, equipment and infrastructure. Next, the earthquake resistance of the elements is modeled as a lognormal distribution. And, it uses past earthquake damage data. Next, we obtain the maximum earthquake that occurs once in 50 years from the hazard map. Finally, we determine the damage magnitude as 90% nonexceedance probability. And, we compare structure, equipment and infrastructure. we rank the building strength by the damage amount and the restoration days. As a result of evaluating 7 government buildings in Japan, the following trend was observed. 1) When the seismic intensity is 6 or less, damage amount of building facilities is large. 2) When the seismic intensity is 7 or more, damage amount of the building structure is large. 3) In any case, appropriate business continuity plans can reduce the restoration days. The earthquake risk assessment method of the office building developed in this research can be used for the following matters. 1) Simple earthquake damage estimation. 2) Earthquake insurance rate determination of buildings. 3) Prioritize office earthquake countermeasures. Keywords: Earthquake, Risk assessment, Office building, Statistical technique, Hazard map, Building component
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Predicting Disaster Contact Preferences for Foreign Residents in Sendai City: A Multinomial Logistic Regression Analysis on Disaster Social Capital Lisette R. Robles1 and TomohiroIchinose2 Graduate School of Media and Governance Keio University, Japan Email:
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Asia is a key destination for people’s movement; in the same way it’s the origin of individuals and families who settle in other parts of the world. During disasters, certain populations are more susceptible than others to hazards, and among them are the foreign residents (migrants). This paper looks into the preferences in disaster social contact for foreign residents. The study claims that despite their vulnerabilities, they have certain capacities to face disaster found in their social capital (social connections). Using a migrant-specific social capital survey distributed to foreign residents in Sendai City (N=132); a multinomial logistic regression was used to analyze the relation of demographic profile and existing social contacts to their preferences in disaster social connections. Results showed (1) the preferences in disaster contacts help migrants to identify the sources of strong networks; and (2) other predictors made available through the migrants’ inherent characteristics such as age, gender, the length and the nature of the stay in host country can also contribute to their preferences. The study recommends that the composition of migrants in Sendai primarily needs to gear support for mostly midterm migrants attending academic and research institutions. Disaster risk reduction activities should engage migrants through appropriate institutions and programs to promote better inclusion and disaster mitigation. Keywords: foreign residents (migrants); social capital; disaster risk reduction; Sendai City
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Lacquer Foundation Process of Columns, Reconstruction Study of Nguyen Dynasty Royal Palaces in Hue, Vietnam Shiomi Saito
Research Institute for Science and Engineering Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan Email:
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In the Hue Monuments, various lacquer techniques are seen in architectural decoration of the imperial palace, that exist today as a valuable references of the use of traditional lacquer by Nguyen Dynasty( 18021945). This study focuses on the foundation lacquer techniques of columns, and aims to record and observe processes through the creation of sample boards that represent processes by skilled workers who engage in the restoration of Hue Monuments. The boards were made between September 2015 and January 2016 in Hue Monuments. Through the creation of the boards, differences were found in the cloth application process and the name of processes etc. In areas where foundation work is performed, it normally becomes difficult to verify the foundation once the top coat is applied. In this study, measures were taken create sample lacquer boards in a manner that allows a verification of each processes.This study suggests that the foundation process was an important lacquer technique in Vietnam. In this study, ongoing local surveys were conducted by Waseda University and Hue Monuments Conservation Center, to promote human resource development, cooperation with a view to transferring and sharing knowledge of traditional architectural studies. Keywords: Lacquer, Vietnam, Hue, Architecture, Heritage, Culture Relevance of the UNDP Human Security
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Framework in Tacloban City’s Disaster Risk Reduction Management as applied to the Lessons Drawn from Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) Geraldo S. Petilla
National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP)
Department of Science and Technology, Philippines
The paper answers the main question as to whether the UNDP Security Disaster Framework is relevant in addressing the fears and needs of the people during natural disasters such as the case of Typhoon Yolanda which severely damaged Tacloban City. As an exploratory study on enhancing disaster management through planning and decision-making process, people in the City were able to identify their fears and concerns that really matter to them as far as Disaster Risk Reduction Management is concerned. Their security concerns using the UNDP Human Security domains in evaluating their preparedness for future extraordinary natural hazards such as typhoon Yolanda, will strongly provide the local government units (LGUs) and its decision-makers the perspective on how people’s fears and insecurities are heard, integrated and considered in DRRM planning. To realize this, it is imperative to integrate Good Governance principles that will highlight responsiveness and excellence in government service. The shift of mindset to be people-centric enables the crafting of DRRM to be resilient and development-driven for the people and one that is by the people. Keywords: human security resilience people-centric good governance
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Looking into Socio-economic Factors Influencing the Level of Awareness and Adaptation of Small Scale Farmers on Climate Change in the Philippines Rosemarie Laila D. Areglado, Decibel V. Faustino-Eslava, Loucel E. Cui, Ma. Victoria O. Espaldon, Yusuf A. Sucol, Maria Regina V. Regalado
School of Environmental Science and Management (SESAM), University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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Agriculture depends much on the environment in the process of providing the lives of millions who depend on it for food and subsistence. On the other hand, climate is the primary determinant of agricultural productivity. As an archipelago and a developing country, climate change impacts are increasing and are becoming more intense in the Philippines. K-A-P study measures the Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of people. It lends a human side to the amounts of scientific research that have been amassed on the subject of climate change. This study aims to looks on the socio-economic factors influencing the level of awareness and adaptation of farmers to climate change. Nineteen provinces across the Philippines were surveyed with a total of 2298 farmer-respondents. They were interviewed through a series of random surveys. Results show that age, gender, education attainment, household size, communication media exposure and membership on social institution affects their awareness on climate change. Nearly 70% of farmer-respondents have heard the term climate change from TV, radio and government officials and almost eighty-seven percent of them believe that they are affected by climate change. This level of awareness however does not translate to clear action plans. The agriculture sector especially the small-scale farmers is one of the important factors in determining whether or not we succeeds in reducing poverty nationwide as part of the Millennium Development Goals. We herein propose mechanisms to address the gaps identified through this KAP study on farmers to help create more resilient communities and livelihoods for them. Keywords: Climate Change; K-A-P Study; Adaptation
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Joint Project Workshop (JPWS) Hosted by the Science Council of Japan (SCJ) Introduction of Two Coastal Ecosystem Conservation Projects for Coral Triangle Areas Funded by SATREPS Program Kazuo Nadaoka
Professor Department of Transdisciplinary Science and Engineering School of Environment and Society Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan
Following a brief introduction of “Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development (SATREPS)” program jointly founded by Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) and Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), two 5-years SATREPS-funded projects will be introduced. One is “Coastal Ecosystem Conservation and Adaptive Management under Local and Global Environmental Impacts in the Philippines (CECAM)”, the other is “Comprehensive Assessment and Conservation of Blue Carbon Ecosystems and Their Services in the Coral Triangle (Blue CARES)” with Philippines and Indonesia as the counterpart countries. The former project, CECAM, aimed at performing a comprehensive assessment and analysis on various anthropogenic stresses and coastal ecosystem responses to them including the investigation of socio-economic structures of affected communities along Philippine coasts. The CECAM project was successfully finished in 2015 with the development of a new conservation scheme to maintain their high biodiversity and realize sustainable development of local communities, especially with development and implementation of Integrated Decision Support System (IDSS) and Continuous and Comprehensive Monitoring System (CCMS). The latter project, BlueCARES, has just started from April 1st this year. In the project, “blue carbon”, which is biological carbon sequestrated in coastal-marine ecosystems, is highlighted as the keyword for bridging local efforts to conserve coastal ecosystem and contribution to climate change mitigation. As the goal of BlueCARES project, it aims at establishing and proposing ‘Blue Carbon Strategy’ as an effective scheme for enhancing local efforts to conserve coastal ecosystem and improve its resilience and thereby for contributing to mitigation of global warming. Keywords: Coastal ecosystem conservation, Coral Triangle, International projects, SATREPS program, Philippines, Indonesia
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International Collaborative Research on Pediatric Pneumonia between Japan and the Philippines Hitoshi Oshitani
Professor Department of Virology, Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine, Japan
Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine of Japan and Research Institute for Tropical Medicine (RITM) of the Philippines jointly established Tohoku-RITM Collaborating Research Center on Emerging and Reemerging Infectious Diseases in 2008. One of main research topics of the center is pediatric pneumonia. Acute respiratory infection including pneumonia is still a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children aged less than 5 years especially in low and middle-income countries. Reducing child mortality is one of the most important component of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. To find better way to prevent deaths from pediatric pneumonia in resource-limited settings, comprehensive studies on various aspects of pediatric pneumonia including etiology, disease burden, risk factors and new interventions have been conducted in field sites in the Philippines. These studies have been supported by various research funds from the Japanese Government, which include Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research (Kakenhi), Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development (SATREPS) and Japan Initiative for Global Research Network on Infectious Diseases (J-GRID). Japanese Government research funds are playing an important role in addressing global issues such as pediatric pneumonia. Our collaborative researches have also been useful for strengthening research capacities in the Philippines and promoting overseas researches of Japanese young scientists.
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Next Generation Earth Monitoring System with Micro-satellites and Ground-based Networks Yukihiro Takahashi
Professor Faculty of Science Hokkaido University, Japan
Mankind is now facing not a few global issues, such as, food problem, big disasters, climate change, bio diversity, pollutions and resources. Remote sensing from space is one of the key technologies to overcome or cope with these items. However, the satellite has been too expensive and not so flexible in many cases. Recently micro- or nano- satellites lighter than 50 kg are becoming an operational method, providing high quality information of the Earth at a price lower than conventional ones by 100-1000 times, which don’t needs extreme high technology or long developing period. In order to draw maximum output from space data, the most important work is systematic measurements with drones or on the ground. For example, only with spectral images taken by satellite, we couldn’t understand what kind of disease is being spred in farms. Or, if we could combine typhoon picture taken from space with ground radar measurement, the weather forecast must be improved significantly. Philippines and Japan is now carrying out collaborative development of micro-satellite, and its operation and data analysis, resulting in the world first successes in detecting the disease of Banana and in reconstructing 3-D structure of clouds. We just started a new project for monitoring extreme weather using micro-satellites and ground-based lightning networks. Such kinds of cutting edge applications may be expanded over Asia and the world by “sharing” concept for space technology, data and methodology of the analysis, under the international consortium initiated last year involving ~10 Asian countries.
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Multi stakeholder Collaboration to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals: The Role of Science, Technology and Innovation Floradema C. Eleazar
Programme Manager Inclusive and Sustainable Development Unit, UNDP
Background
The global community has embarked on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), regarded as the transformative plan of action based on 17 goals – to address the global challenges over the next 15 years. It seeks not only to eradicate poverty, but also to integrate and balance the three dimensions of sustainable development – economic, social and environmental – in a comprehensive global vision.
In this paper, we present the importance of partnerships and the value of investing in science, technology and innovation in order to address the key barriers that prevent countries from moving closer to the achievement of SDGs. Methods
The paper reviewed the UNDP Philippines experiences in support of the following SDG goals, and the partnership strategies employed to advance the SDG agenda: SDG 3 – Good health and Well Being SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities SDG 13 – Climate Action SDG 14 – Life below Water SDG 15 – Life on Land Conclusions
Experience emphasizes the importance of partnerships with private sector, academe, research institutions, government agencies, local communities and indigenous peoples, including civil society to better understand the problem and its context, develop relevant solutions that is also informed by science and research, and introduce innovations to be more cost effective.
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Realizing Asia’s Second Green Revolution through International Partnership Dr. David Johnson
Head, Crop and Environmental Aciences Division, International Rice Research Institute Los Baños, Laguna
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PANEL SESSIONS ON FUTURE EARTH
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Air Pollution and Human Health in Asia: Experience in Adopting and Promoting the Systems Approach for Transdisciplinary Research on Air Pollution and Health in Asia Nordin Hasan
Institute for Environment and Development of the Universiti Kebangsaan, Selangor, Malaysia and Regional Advisory Committee for Future Earth in Asia Email:
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One of the aims of Future Earth is to develop solutions-oriented research that responds to sustainability challenges facing society. Air pollution and its impacts on human health, both short- and long-term, continues to be a major challenge at several levels and scales in Asia despite many decades of effort to curb it. In line with the vision of Future Earth, that people thrive in a sustainable and equitable world, Future Earth in Asia and the ICSU Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific, has supported the initiation and development of transdisciplinary research using the systems approach. Such research requires collaboration not only between scientific disciplines but also between different sectors of society including businesses, local governments, the public and societal agents. Future Earth expects these sectors of society to jointly engage in the co-design of solutions oriented research and to co-produce knowledge that has transformative influence over administrative and management policies at the local, national and regional levels. Methodologies and approaches for transdisciplinary research and collaboration will be highlighted. Knowledge gaps and potential areas where co-design and co-production of research can contribute to solving the health and wellbeing issues will be discussed.
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Future Earth and Air Pollution Fumiko Kasuga
Global Hub Director – Japan, Future Earth Secretariat National Institute for Environmental Sciences Integrated Research System for Sustainability Science (IR3S) The University of Tokyo, Japan Email:
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Future Earth is a global research programme aiming to provideintegrated knowledge to support andfacilitate transformations of the society to a sustainable world (http://www.futureearth.org/). Global Research Projects (GRPs) are core research structure for Future Earth to provide firm scientific evidence by inter- and transdisciplinary studies. Science Steering Committee members and participation to science conferences of GRPs are based on open call and selection with the interested people. In addition, Knowledge-Action-Networks (KANs) are being established on around ten global themes to serve as practical platforms for promoting research integration and stakeholder engagement, by bottom-up, multi-lateral exchange of knowledge and experiences. Individual research projects and organizations are welcomed to join discussions and encouraged to contribute to KANs, and the gate and tool to contact each KAN are provided through Open Network (http:// www.futureearth.org/open-network-powered-future-earth).
Among KANs, Health and Urban KANs are typically related to air pollution. Preparatory discussions have been taken place in these KANs through scoping workshops, Development Team calls and Open Network, and research priorities identified so far include air pollution. Recent activities by these KANs will be presented. Activities of GRPs which deal with air pollution, such as International Global Atmospheric Chemistry (IGAC) and Monsoon Asia Integrated Research on Sustainability (MAIRS) will be introduced by other speakers.
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Air Quality and Health: Indian Perspective S.K. Satheesh1,2*, K. Krishna Moorthy1, S. Suresh Babu3
Chairman of Divecha Centre, Bangalore, India and Executive Director of the Future Earthe South Asia Regional Office 1 Centre for Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-560012, India 2 Divecha Centre for Climate Change, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore-560012, India 3 Space Physics Laboratory, Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram-695022, India Email:
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Air quality degradation is emerging to be an issue of major concern in India. This is mainly attributed to increase in population density, rapid economic growth, unplanned urbanization and industrial growth. For example, the population density of India increased from ~150 km-2 in 1975 to >400 km-2 in 2014; the annual energy production from 4x1018 J in 1980 to ~25x1018 J in 1980 (with coal taking the major share); the total automobiles from about 20 million per year in 1990 to over 120 million 2010 with a sustained growth annual rate of above 10%. As per a 2012 estimate by the WHO, India ranks among the top 20 countries with high annual mortality rate due to air pollution, with a figure of approximately 130 deaths per 1 million population. Realising this, statutory agencies, research institutions and academia are making concerted effort in regularly measuring air quality and particulate matter in the air using a large number of ground based observatories. It has been observed that ground-level measurements of aerosol loading (both black carbon and particulate matter) exhibit a weekly cycle with low (as much as 15 to 25%) aerosol concentrations on weekends, especially in urban areas, where transportation is a major source of particulate and gas pollution. Long-term trends in aerosols indicate conflicting trends at different regions of India, thereby reflecting the complex factors behind the impact of growth on environment. While an increasing trend in aerosol has been observed in many cities, some cities show a decreasing trend during the last few years. In sharp contrast to this, BC shows a decreasing trend over most of the Indian region, indicting the effectiveness of several emission control measures adopted by the government over the past decades. For example, the India 2000 stage set a limit of 0.36 g/ km-hr for PM emissions from heavy duty diesel vehicles for the first time. This limit has been consistently brought down (with simultaneous improvement in technology) to 0.1 g/ km-hr in 2005 under Bharat Stage – III and the limit set for Bharat Stage – IV is 0.02 g/ km hr. Similar controls are also being implemented in power generation. Impact of air pollution on health, specifically over Indian region, is investigated and presented in this talk.
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Asian Culture-related Air Pollution Sources and Health Implications Shih-Chun Candice LUNG
Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan and the Regional Advisory Committee for Future Earth in Asia Email:
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Exposure to air pollution is associated with acute and chronic respiratory and cardiovascular diseases and other health effects. A number of studies have shown that within-community indicators of local air quality are associated with adverse health outcomes. Especially in Asia, residents’ exposures are usually much higher than those ambient measurements taken at monitoring stations since they are living near traffic arteries and pollution sources within residential communities. Compared with purely residential communities in western countries, Asian residential communities usually have more complex air pollution sources. Asian people prefer easy access to daily activities; hence, the residential communities usually have a mixture of home factories (such as craftsmen producing handicrafts and mechanics offering repair service), restaurants, temples, etc. These community sources are related to Asian culture of living preference. These culture-related air pollution sources emit air pollutants in the immediate living environments of residents, resulting in higher population exposure levels than those regulatory measurements provided by monitoring stations usually situated at least at 10m height. This underestimation hinders the authority from recognizing the actual pollutant exposure in residential environments and the associated health risks. This presentation will introduce scientific evidences of the importance of these culture-related community sources on the Asian population pollution exposure and further demonstrate effective scientific approaches to assess the impacts on local air quality by these culturerelated community sources and associated health risks, especially focusing on PM2.5, the biggest air pollution concern in Asia at the present time.
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A 7-year National Strategic Research Project on PM2.5 Studies (2017-2024) in Korea Soon-chang Yoon
Vice President for External Relations, the Korean Academy of Science and Technology, Kyeonggi-do, South Korea and the Regional Advisory Committee for Future Earth in Asia Email:
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Background: Despite considerable amount of investment on the emission control of diesel vehicles in Korea since 2005, the air quality has rather deteriorated in recent years. The government of Korea announced a need for a science-based PM2.5 research as one of the National Strategic Research Projects. In this presentation the birth and outlook of the National Strategic Research Project on PM2.5 Studies will be introduced. Methods: The 1st 10-year (2005-2014) Air Quality Management Plan of Seoul metropolitan area by MOE is examined to evaluate the achievement of the goals. Many problems were found in the Plan. Results: The air quality has improved to some extent during the 1st seven years since 2005, but became deteriorated since after 2012. As the citizen’s concern on the health hazard of PM2.5 became increasingly high, the government (MOST) announced a need for a science-based PM2.5 studies as one of the National Strategic Research Projects. Conclusions: A group of 50 experts recommended from 3 Ministries: Science and Technology, Environment, and Public Health worked together intensively to develop a comprehensive R&D project in order to reduce the PM2.5 pollutants and to protect the citizens from health hazards. A road map of the R&D project is fixed, in which an international cooperation on the platform of Future Earth is stressed. The 1st three year budget amounts to 50 million US$ fixed. A dedicated project leader will soon be appointed on the competitive basis, and the project is scheduled to launch in May, 2017. Keywords: Air Quality Management, PM2.5 pollutants, Comprehensive PM2.5 Studies, National Strategic Research Project, Future Earth.
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Research Challenges for Air Pollution in Asia: Perspectives from International Global Atmospheric Chemistry (IGAC) Project Hiroshi Tanimoto
Center for Global Environmental Research National Institute for Environmental Studies Tsukuba, Japan Email:
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The International Global Atmospheric Chemistry (IGAC) Project was formed in 1990, and since then, IGAC has fostered a community of several thousand students, scientists, policy makers, and stakeholders that actively collaborate across geographical boundaries and disciplines in order to contribute to addressing the most pressing global environmental change and stainability issues through scientific research. Currently, one of the most pressing issues is air quality. The World Health Organization recently stated that over 9 out of 10 people breath unhealthy air and that air quality is the top environmental cause of premature deaths in the world. This highlights the need of better understanding the processes controlling tropospheric ozone and aerosol (aka. PM2.5), in particular, emissions, chemical transformation, long-range transport, and deposition. In Asia many of the air quality issues are common, for example, biomass burning, haze, transboundary pollution, and indoor air quality. However, its severity depends on country, and air quality is not concerned relative to water quality in some countries. It is strongly needed to build scientific community/capacity to tackle with the scientific questions related to air quality. Accurate emission estimates are one of key scientific challenges. There is large uncertainty in the magnitude, direction, and timing of the growth, with bottom-up estimates for developing countries. The advancement of satellite observations now provides top-down constraints on the emissions inventories of major air pollutants such as nitrogen dioxides (NO2) and carbon monoxide (CO), and the future development and application of this technology is promising toward higher spatial resolution. Another good example of science-policy effort is Task Force Hemispheric Transport of Air Pollution (HTAP), which is an international effort under the United Nations, providing assessment reports on ozone, aerosol, mercury, and persistent organic pollutants (POPS). This activity was built upon the United Nations Convention on Long Range Transboundary Air Pollution, which was originally for the UNECE (Economic Commission for Europe) region. Therefore, no Asian nations participate in CLRTAP, nor any international framework for air pollution exist in Asia. In summary, it is of great importance in Asia to foster scientific research, capacity building, and regional collaborations related to air quality.
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HealthEffect of PM2.5 in China T. Zhu1 , Y.Q. Han1, J. Liu1, X. Tang2, and J. Zhu2
College of Environ Sciences and Engineering, Peking University, Beijing, China Institute of Atmospheric Physic, Chinese Academy of Science, Beijing, China Email:
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Estimates of mortality attributable to air pollution in China showed large differences among various studies, mainly arising from differences in exposure assessments and choice of the concentration-response function. The Chinese national monitoring network recently has included direct measurements of PM2.5 (particulates with aerodynamic diameter ≤ 2.5 μm), providing a potentially more reliable exposure assessment. We estimated adult premature mortalities due to PM2.5 across China in 2013 and mortality benefits for scenarios in which China meets the World Health Organization (WHO) Air Quality Guidelines (AQG) and three interim targets (ITs) for PM2.5. Attributable adult mortalities were estimated with assimilated spatial PM2.5 concentrations across China based on direct PM2.5 measurements from 506 PM2.5 monitoring sites and a regional air quality model, and using the integrated exposure-response model. Our results show that in China, 83% of the population lived in areas where PM2.5 concentrations exceeded the Chinese Ambient Air Quality Standard of 35 μg m−3. Premature mortalities attributed to PM2.5 nationwide were 1.37 million in total, and 0.69, 0.38, 0.13, and 0.17 million for stroke, ischemic heart disease, lung cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, respectively. High population density areas exhibited the highest health risks attributed to air pollution. The mortality benefits will be 23%, 39%, 66%, and 83% of the total present premature mortalities (1.37 million mortalities) when PM2.5 concentrations in China meet the WHO IT-1, IT-2, IT-3, and AQG, respectively. Our study shows that integrating PM2.5 concentrations based on the national monitoring network with the regional air quality model provides an advanced exposure estimate method with potentials to further improve the accuracy for mortality estimate; much higher health benefits could be achieved if China adopted more stringent WHO guidelines for PM2.5.
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POSTER SESSION 1 STRAND 1: Re-engineering Research (in the humanities, Social Sciences, and Governance and Education) Towards Inclusive Growth
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P1-A01 FDM Cloud Based Application Performance Monitoring System of the Cadets While on Board Ship Training for the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy in San Narciso, Zambales Froilan D. Mobo
Philippine Merchant Marine Academy San Narciso, Zambales, Philippines Email:
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The main thrust of the study is to develop a cloud-based application performance monitoring system of the cadets while on board ship training for the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy in San Narciso, Zambales which intended to serve as an alternative system that can be used by the target school in monitoring the performance of the cadets while on ship board and determine its effectiveness. The researcher has used the descriptive research method wherein the study is focused on the present situations. It involves the recording, description and the presentation of the present system, composition and phenomena. The Statement of the problem focused in obtaining the effectiveness of the proposed cloud based application in performance monitoring system of the cadets for the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, San Narciso, Zambales. Findings showed that the Department of Shipboard Training needs a real time system that can monitor the cadets while on board ship training. Based on the conclusion of this study, the researcher recommends the development of the cloud based application which will monitor the performance of the cadets while on board ship training and lastly, the developed system was tested during the implementation and met no errors. Based on the findings, the number of respondents as group per course is in parallel to the ratio of the students currently enrolled at PMMA. Majority of the respondents for both the groups came from the existing Group whose ages range from 19-21 years old.As revealed, the majority of the respondents for both the groups are males from the Proposed Group. In the proposed system out of one hundred percent respondents, thirty or 93.5% cadets; while the officials are nine or 6.5% of the one hundred, from the total of thirty-nine respondents. The researcher hypothesized that: There is no significant difference between the level of effectiveness of the conventional system and the proposed Cloud Based Application in Performance Monitoring System of the 2nd class midshipmen cadets of the College of Marine Engineering and College of Maine Transportation for Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, San Narciso, Zambales. From the findings, the following conclusions which are binding on the respondents are arrived at: 1.) A typical respondent is between 19 - 25 years old above, cadets and officials of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy. 2.) The respondents perceived the existing system in terms of the System Quality Metrics as Not Efficient. 3.) The respondents perceived the proposed Cloud Based Application Performance Monitoring System for the Cadets of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy in terms of the System Quality Metrics with an overall mean of 4.31 which is significantly higher than the mean of the existing system. 4.) The computed t is 266.99 with significance level of 0.00 which is lower than the level of significance of 0.05 two tailed, thus the null hypothesis is rejected. This implies that the proposed system shows a significant difference in terms of System Quality Metrics In view of the findings and conclusions, the researcher would like to recommend the following: 1.) The proposed Cloud Based Application Monitoring System for the Cadets of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, San Narciso, Zambales must be immediately implemented at the Department of Shipboard Training to monitor the performance of the cadets while on boardship training. 2.) The study must be linked to the present website of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, San Narciso, Zambales. 3.) With the implementation of the Cloud Based Application Monitoring System for the Cadets of the Philippine Merchant Marine Academy, San Narciso, Zambales. Continuous maintenance must be employed to make sure its smooth operation over the internet. 4.) Research undertaking must be done to further improve its features and capabilities. Keywords: Cloud Based, Shipboard Monitoring
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P1-A02 Work-Family Conflict, Life Stress and Job Burnout of Faculty Members in Polytechnic University of the Philippines Maragondon Niño D. Naldoza
Philippine Normal University Email:
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The purpose of the study was to determine levels of work-family conflict, life stress and job burnout of faculty members in Polytechnic University of the Philippines- Maragondon. This study was designed in the form of descriptive correlational method with the teacher population consists of 65 teacher-respondents. Instruments were from the Questionnaire on Work-Family Conflict developed by Kopelman, Greenhaus and Connolly (1983) as cited in Esson (2004), Life Stress developed by Parasuraman et. al and Maslach Job Burnout Inventory for Educators. The study showed that teachers disagree in experiencing work-family conflict. They seldom feel stressors in life. The study also reveals that teachers seldom experiencing burnout in their jobs. The study showed that there is a significant difference on work-family conflict levels with the gender of respondents. A significant difference is also manifested on work-family conflict and job burnout with regards on respondents’ ages. The job burnout is significantly different on the number of children a respondent has. All categories found to be significantly different as the respondents were grouped with the number of years they served and the number of classes they handled. It has been recommended that School administrators should ensure that teachers are working in a conducive, stress-free and collaborative workplace. Boosting teachers’ morale and disposition helps them to be more of a positive-thinking teacher that will eliminate not only stress, but also anxiety and worry in the consequences of teaching profession. The Gender and Development Department of the institution must provide family and parenting programs that will guide each member of the family in handling and coping with stress corresponding the responsibilities that they have in the workplace. The administrators should provide more opportunities for workshops, simulations and group discussion which will connect faculty with each other and to their institutions and give them enthusiasm, happiness and satisfaction in their work. In this way, faculty members will become more compassionate and devoted mentors. As a result of enhancing teachers’ behavioral competencies and working conditions satisfaction, it is believed that the institution will have better chance of having committed teachers. Keywords: job burnout, conflict work family
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P1-A03 Centers of Excellence and Development in Teacher Education: Contribution to Secondary Teachers Quality and Sustainability Niño D. Naldoza
Philippine Normal University Email:
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The research paper provides an assessment of the Centers of Excellence (COEs) and Centers of Development (CODs) for teacher education by looking in the performance of their graduates in the September 2015 Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) secondary level. The samples consisted of 6,912 examinees (5,236 first timers and 1,616 repeaters) from the 36 COEs and 7472(4573 first timers and 2899 repeaters) from the 37 CODs. Results revealed that 4480 (84.59%) first-time examinees from the COEs and 3,157 ( 69.04%) from the CODs or a total of 7,637 (77.38%) passed the LET. Only one COD has the lower than 50% passing percentage for firsttime examinees. 5 out of 36 COEs obtained an overall passing rate below 50% and 15 out of 37 CODs as well. The title Center of Excellence for the 5 institutions and Center of Development for the 15 institutions needs to be reviewed because of their low performance compared with the other COEs/CODs. Policy must also revisit for the provision of examination repeaters due to its low passing performance. Keywords: center of excellence development teacher education
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P1-A04 Financial Literacy of Professional and Pre-Service Teachers in the Philippines Imelda C. Montalbo, Angeline M. Pogoy, Gwendelina A. Villarante, Genalen M. Pepito Cebu Normal Unversity, Philippines Email:
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A financial literacy survey among one thousand, nine hundred twenty four (1 924) professional and pre-service teachers across different regions in the Philippines is the basis of the study. With the permission of Luzardi (2011), standardized tool was used to gather data from the randomly selected respondents from different public and private schools, colleges and universities from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. The findings revealed that both professional and pre-service teachers have very low basic and sophisticated financial literacy skills. Thus, financial illiteracy is common among educators which reflect their students’ financial literacy skills and the economic condition of the majority of the Filipino people. Curriculum inclusion of financial education to both basic and higher education is recommended to improve the financial knowledge, behavior and attitudes among teachers and students which, in turn, spells a better economic growth and development of the country. Keywords: financial literacy, professional teachers, pre-service teachers,
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P1-A05 Northwestern Samar State University Student’s Choice Awards for Radio and Television: An Assessment Francis C. Toleza, Mary Jane B. Araza, Mariz C. Baliente, Vanessa M. Canaman, Rina Marie N. Durmiendo, Almera C. Ombrog, Eugene C. Calumba Northwest Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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This study which was conducted during the school year 2014-2015 primarily aimed to assess the Northwest Samar State University Student’s Choice Awards for Radio and Television (NSCART) and to formulate its operational manual. Moreover, a descriptive-assessment method was used in this study and a researcher-made questionnaire was used as the main tool in gathering the needed date from students, faculty, and key officials who served as respondents. The respondents perceived the NSCART in terms of basic functions (preparation, selection/voting process, and awarding) as “Good”. They, too, considered its extent of participation (selection/ voting process, and awarding ceremony) as “Good”. Besides, their perceptions on the impact of the NSCART to its recipients and the program preferences are both “Very Good”. In addition, there was a significant difference on the perception of the respondents on the NSCART in terms of the above-mentioned variables since most of the task have been done by the students and only few faculty members, staff and key officials have been aware of these tasks. The respondents identified “no formal and prescribed venue; time consuming filling out of the ballot; no proper ventilation; lack of entertainment; and low quality of lighting equipment” as the number one problem in the selection or voting process, ballot, venue,program, technicalities respectively. The ranked one solution in the conditions mentioned above were parallel to the identified problems. Keywords: State University & Colleges; Radio; Television; Awards
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P1-A06 Trade-off that the AFP Stakeholders Make with Military Leadership Easter B. Belandres
Philippine Military Academy Email:
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This study used conjoint analysis in determining the military leadership preferences of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) stakeholders. The result shows that the ideal military leadership of the stakeholders is authentic, servant, transformational, and transactional leadership. With the identified leadership preferences, the stakeholders sometimes make trade-offs between certain leadership styles if some of the attributes are not present to their most preferred leadership style. The stakeholders were clustered according to the commonalities of their preferences to identify the similar ratings which result to the three clusters in determining the tradeoff that they make with respect to the identified leadership attributes. The result revealed what the AFP stakeholders’ trade-off between servant leadership to the rest of the preferred leadership (transformational, transactional, and authentic). Keywords: Stakeholder theory, authentic, transformational, servant, transactional, and military leadership
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P1-A07 Regression Analysis of the Economic Factors of the Gross Domestic Product in th Philippines Jackie D. Urrutia and Manuel M. Muhi
Polytechnic Univeristy of the Philippines, Manila Email:
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Economic growth is commonly measured using Gross Domestic Product, and in countries like Philippines, it is very essential to monitor such values in order to govern the nation and its citizens towards progress. In this study, the researchers intends to formulate a mathematical model in estimating GDP of the Philippines, as well as identify some of its factors. GDP is considered as the dependent variable while there are seven independent variables namely Capital Formation, Total Trade, Interest Rate, Inflation Rate, Unemployment Rate, and Stock Exchange Index. This paper make use of the quarterly time series data of the eight variables from 1995 to 2016. Applying normal estimation equation by means of matrices, the estimating equation was formulated, while a multiple linear regression was conducted in order to determine the significant determinants of GDP. According to the results, all of the seven independent variables have a significant relationship with GDP. However, only Capital Formation, Total Trade, Interest Rate, Exchange Rate and Unemployment Rate are found to be significant predictors. Based on the model, the said factors can explain GDP by 93 percent, and there is no significant difference between the actual and predicted values obtained through the model according to the result of Paired T-test. This study aims to aid the administration in monitoring and analyzing the current condition of the economic growth in the Philippines. Keywords: GDP, Matrices, Multiple Linear Regression, Predicted Values, Significant Factors
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P1-A08 The Secrets of Running a Character Awardee School: A Qualitative Case Study Wyna Win D. Rodrigo, Amelia M. Bonotan, Jomar S. Lawan, Neve G. Ledesma, Rizza A. Romero, Mari Toni M. Sanchez Cebu Normal University, Philippines Email:
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This study aims to gain a deeper understanding on the reasons why Childlink Learning Center in Guadalupe, Cebu was awarded as National School of Character by Character Education Partnership, Inc. in 2016. The researchers conducted this study during S.Y 2016-2017 in Cebu City. They used the qualitative case study design. They conducted interviews with the teachers, guidance counselors and principal of the said school. They also observed different classes and the behavior of the learners outside the classroom. Results revealed the following themes; (a) Teachers include values formation in every lesson, (b) All students participate in all school activities (c) Teacher’s strategies match the values of the month (d) Presence of Values Boulevard in the campus, (e) Learners are confident and cheerful and (f) Kind and helpful learners. The researchers recommend that other schools may consider bench-marking with the best practices of this awarded school especially in character formation, which is very essential for the holistic education of the learners, an area that poses a lot of challenges and may not have been given much emphasis by many educational institutions. They also recommend that more marketing activities may be done by the said school to increase awareness of the community and the public about this school. Keywords: qualitative case study, character education, values, confident learners
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P1-A09 Technology Innovation: The FabLab Experience of BISU Bernabe M. Mijares, Jr.1 and Jerome Manatad2
Innovations and Technology Support Office (ITSO); 2 Fabrication Laboratory (FabLab) Bohol Bohol Island State University, Philippines Email:
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From the start of the industrial revolution until the modern times, technology innovation has enabled nations to have dramatic increase in wealth bringing more comfort and ensuring the well-being of citizens. But while it is so potent a tool for economic development, the necessary conditions for its sustainability should also be insured. At one significant level, this implies that innovators and their continued interest for technology and innovation should be sustained and their enabling conditions be in place and made operational. Bohol Island State University (BISU) is one of the state HEIs that envisions to be a premier science and technology university. Hitherto, it has been producing technologists and relevant technologies having started as a School of Arts and Trades. In 2014, it has put up a Fabrication Laboratory, the first in the country, in collaboration with JICA, DOST and DTI primarily to initiate and mainstream technology among the Boholanos, assist the student technologists and innovators in acquiring advantageous competencies through state-of-the-art equipment and tools and help SMEs improve their products and services. From its inception, both the administration and the students of BISU have availed of the services of FabLab Bohol. This research then generally determined the perceived impact of FabLab Bohol to BISU. Specifically, it inquired into the level of awareness about FabLab Bohol and its perceived impact in terms of technology and innovation. This is a descriptive study that utilized the triangular approach of mini survey, key informant interview and documentary analysis to gather the necessary data. From the findings gathered, it is concluded that FabLab Bohol registered a high level of awareness among the respondents and it had positive impact on them. It is recommended that mainstreaming of technology innovation through FabLabBohol be sustained. Keywords: BISU, FabLab, Level of Awareness, Impact, Innovation, Technology
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P1-A10 Traditional Installation of Shan Sawbwas (Shan Chiefs ) in Myanmar Monarchical Time Daw Khin Htay
History Department ,Taunggyi University,Southern Shan State, Myanmar Email:
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Shan Sawbwas (Shan Chiefs) were the creators of Myanmar’s politics together with the Burmese in the Monarchical time. It is not possible to left out their role, standard and abilities to build a strong Myanmar Empire. We have to keep in view not only the prevailing political conditions but also the power of Shan chiefs. In the administration of Shan States, the traditional chieftainship was accepted by the king. He always exercised the right of nominating heirs from among the chiefs’ families. Sometimes in case of a dispute the king interfered in the succession of hereditary positions. The chiefs were entrusted to rule over their subjects by their own free will. In fact the king and the chiefs bound with each other by the principals of integrity and sovereignty (Gati Thitsar in Burmese ) .When a new king ascended to the throne ,the envoys were sent to the Away Alan-far away and distant places under the chiefs like Sawbwa, Myosa (Town Headman) and Tat Paung Za (Chief of Troops) to administer the oath of allegiance to these chiefs. In some cases the local chiefs were brought to the capital to administer the oath. The genealogy of Sawbwas (Hpwa Yoe) and lineage of leaders (Kyi Yoe) were checked through the officials of central court. Besides there were the chiefs termed to be Hnit Hpet Kyun-vassals of both sovereigns-Myanmar and China. They all together shaped to build a stable administration in the kingdom. Keywords: Tradition -base-political theory; Integrity and Sovereignty; Hpwa Yoe-Kyi Yoe(Genealogy); Hnit Hpet Kyun(vassals of both sovereigns); Ten virtues of a king; Guarantee recruitment system
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P1-A11 Color Television Receiver Fault Simulator Benjamen R. Villfañe
Palompon Institute of Technology, Philippines Email:
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The main purpose of this study was to design and develop an acceptable Color Television Receiver Fault Simulator (CTRFS) that would address the need of the electronics technology instructors and students in PIT for a better and effective instructional device that can enhance delivery instruction in color television. A qualitative type of evaluation was used in the study to determine the acceptability of the instructional device on the basis of design, performance, and safety, the average mean (x) was employed as statistical tool in the treatment of data. The instructional device was evaluated by five (5) electronics technology instructors, five (5) electronics technicians, and thirty (30) electronics technology students. They rated the device after a through demonstration by the researcher on its use, operation and performance. On the evaluation results the data revealed a high acceptability rating of the device in all three areas of concern design, performance, and safety. Based on the results of the evaluation, it was concluded that the Color Television Receiver Fault Simulator was highly acceptable and would therefore answer the need of the electronics technology instructors and students in PIT for a better and effective instructional device that can enhance instruction in color television. Keywords: Color Television, Simulation, Fault Simulation
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P1-A12 Feed Trials of Compounded Fish Diet Out of Corn (Zea mays) Endosperm and Dried Round Scad (Decapterus macrosoma) to the Oreochromis niloticus reared in Plastic Containers Jiezel L. Nudalo and Serapion N. Tanduyan
Cebu Technological University, San Francisco, Cebu, Philippines Email:
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Feed as food to the cultured fish compose the major input in aquaculture industry. Hence, the use of local ingredients as feed component is needed. That’s why the use of corn endosperm and dried round scads (Decapterus marcosoma) were used as component of the compounded pelletized feed to the Nile Tilapia reared in plastic containers. This study wanted to find out acceptability of formulated fish diet in terms of amount of food consumed and number of attempts tilapia eat the food and also its efficiency base in the survival and mortality rates of the cultured fish. This is an experimental research using Complete Randomized design using 4 treatments such that To ( Control) is the use of commercial feed;T1 the use of formulated diet;T2 the use of alternate commercial feed and formulated feeds and feeds and T3 ( the negative control ) without any food given. All ingredients are ground and made into pellets. Results show that in terms of length, weight and body depth,T0 has the highest followed by T2,T1 then T3.In terms of efficiency no mortality rate incurred in all the treatments and in terms of feed acceptability results shows that T0 was most accepted feed followed by T2,T1. Keywords: Acceptability, Zea mays, Round Scads and Oreochromis niloticus
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P1-A14 Online Enterprise: The Future of Agricultural Market a Study on the Level of Market Acceptance of Farm Market Online Application by Small-Scale Farmers in Dulag Leyte and Basey Samar and Middlemen in Tacloban City Hasia Lynn Marie A. Castil, Mikaela Y. Surpia, Kimberly Claire A. Almo, Cherry Mae L. Pale and Noel B. Elizaga University of the Philippines Visayas Tacloban College Email:
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The study aims to determine the level of market acceptance of the Farm Market Online Application among farmers and middlemen. The researchers saw that due to lack of resources, farmers, specifically in Eastern Visayas, fail to see that beyond the marketplace in the city is a larger market for their products, while the middlemen go out from the locality to look for farm products. The proponents believe that this innovation will give farmers a greater opportunity to serve a larger market which will help both farmers and middlemen have reachable transactions. The researchers administered a survey to a chosen sample of farmers in Dulag Leyte and Basey Samar and middlemen in Tacloban City to find out if they are going to accept and use a farm market online application that is designed to help them in their business specifically on the marketing aspect. A minimum viable product of the application was also used during the data gathering. Using the statistical tool logistic regression, the researchers found out that there is a significant number of farmers and middlemen who accepted the farm market online application and wanted to use them. According to the results, the respondents who want to reach more market and suppliers accepted more the application. Since the application is a startup idea, the researchers recommend to further conduct studies inside and outside the region and investigate what other factors or features can be added to the application that may help answer the needs of the farmers and middlemen. Keywords: Market Acceptance; Farmers; Middlemen; Farm Market Online Application; Basey Samar; Dulag Leyte
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P1-A15 A Community Survey on Pulis Kasanggayahan’s Performance in Sorsogon Province, Philippines Ryan V. Dio1, Benilda A. Recebido2, Marigrace D. Carretero1, Michael John A. Jamora1 and Ronaldo R. Cabral3 Sorsogon State College; 2Philippine Information Agency; 3Philippine National Police Email:
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Section 5 of Article II and Section 6 of General Provisions of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, Republic Acts 8551 and 6975 have provided the legal bases for the formation of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and its mandates as a community- and service-oriented agency responsible for the maintenance of peace and order and public safety. This descriptive-survey research determined public ratings and feedbacks of various community sectors on the performance of Pulis Kasanggayahan in Sorsogon Province. The proportionate stratified sampling techniques determined the 400 samples from various sectors with 5% margin of error base from the voting population prorated per municipality. Findings revealed that the Pulis Kasanggayahan performed well in the delivery of programs and services in the province especially in times of emergency. The public regardless of the sectors they belong have high respect for police officers. However, in spite of the presence of the Pulis Kasanggayahan in the community, the Sorsogueños especially the judiciary, elected government official, religious sector, media, and government employees sectors still have worries about their security and safety. The verbal feedback section of the survey have shown that the most critical issues and concerns were about drug abuse, involvement of some PNP personnel in illegal activities, inadequate police officers deployed, insufficient equipment/training, and community relations. Despite these, it is notable that most of these respondents still express their favorable impression, gratitude to and commendation of the Pulis Kasanggayahan for their dedicated public service. Keywords: Philippine National Police, performance, community, programs and services, trust ratings, respect, security and safety, feedbacks, descriptive-survey, Sorsogon
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P1-A16 The Computer Literacy of Selected Public and Private Secondary Schools in Camotes Islands, Central Philippines Serapion N. Tanduyan and Chona L. Barcenas
Cebu Technological University, San Francisco, Campus, Philippines Email:
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Computer literacy is an integral part of the educative processes. Hence, this study was conducted to assess the computer literacy of selected private and secondary schools in Camotes Islands since this is quite far from the mainland of Cebu. This took into account the status of computer literacy in Camotes Islands based on computer training of teachers, teaching methods used, topics taught and facilities. This wanted also to find out the problems met by the school personnel in computer education implementation and plans to solve the problems using the descriptive method of research and using questionnaire as an instrument. Results shows that educational attainment of teachers in public secondary schools is B.S Computer Technology (14%), B.S. Agricultural Education (28%) BSECE (14%) College Graduate (28%) and B.S Computer Science (14%) and for private secondary schools BSIT Computer Technology (100%) Lecture and hands-on were used as the teaching methods used by computer teachers both in public and private secondary schools.
Functional knowledge on Microsoft word and Microsoft excel is only taught in the first year students in private schools none in public schools. For the second year, knowledge on opening and closing of computer using of mouse and use of key board are the only topics taught only public and two private secondary schools and the remaining 7 have none. For third year and fourth year in both public and private secondary schools, navigating computer file arrangement, email messages and how to use the internet are the new topics offered. Problems encountered by both the public and private schools in Camotes Islands are lack of computers and other facilities, lack of trainings among the computer teachers and lack of funds for buying the facilities and computers and internet connections. Proposed solutions include solicitations from other organizations, request computers from DepEd officials and governor and consulting the administrators of the private secondary schools. Keywords: Computer literacy, secondary schools and Camotes Islands
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P1-A17 A Review of Free Prior Informed Consent Implementation: The Case of a Large Dam Project in Iloilo, Philippines Rhodella A. Ibabao1, Maria Elisa D. Baliao2 and Joy Lizada1 College of Management, 2College of Arts and Sciences University of the Philippines Visayas, Miagao, Iloilo Email:
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The FPIC is a human right for indigenous peoples as indicated in the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). It provides primary consideration of the marginalized interests of IPs in view of large development projects. Current international scholarship has focused on how FPIC should be conceptualized and operationalized in the local context. This paper documents and assesses the process of the FPIC implementation for the construction stage of Jalaur River Muliti-Purpose ProjectPhase 2 (JRMP2) by the National Irrigation Administration-Region 6 (NIA-R6).
Two sets of FGDs were undertaken: one was for Direct Impact Areas and another set for Indirect Impact Areas in December 2013. Validation of results was conducted with the same set of FGD participants. FGDs were conducted for affected barangays with 10-12 participants representing customary leaders, farmers and farm laborers, women, and the youth. A total of 156 IPs participated where two thirds are males and are members of the Council of Elders.
A key finding is that the IPs gave their consent for the construction of the dam pending the signing of the MOA which protects their properties that will be destroyed by the project. They gave their consent freely, informed and in accordance with their culture. However, the process has been fraught with varied interpretations and oppositions from some groups. This may be due to certain FPIC provisions that appear to be unclear and lend themselves to multiple understandings by various actors involved in the project. Moreover, the IP communities are not united over the project and have two faction groups. One group supports the dam and consists of senior Council of Elders and chieftains. The other group opposes the dam and is represented by some IPs backed by a few cause-oriented groups.
These varied interpretations and conflicting sentiments of the IP communities have resulted in serious misunderstanding among various actors and unnecessary delay in the project time line. Furthermore, there were certain enabling conditions that appeared to be weak that ultimately contributed to the slow implementation of the FPIC process. Recommendations are made for enhanced implementation of the FPIC process and better protection of the rights of IPs. Keywords: Free Prior Informed Consent, indigenous people, large dams, Panay Bukidnon, Jalaur River Multipurpose Project Stage 2, National Irrigation Administration
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P1-A18 Development of Technology Incubator LIPI in Generating Businesses through Technology Incubation Adi Setiya Dwi Grahito, Syahrizal Maulana and Aris Yaman Center for Innovation, Indonesian Institute of Sciences Email:
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LIPI through Center for Innovation LIPI is managing technology incubator in the region Cibinong Science Center. In 2013 it was inaugurated Innovation Building of LIPI which has a capacity of 20 inwall tenant. Incubation activities which is one of the flagship programs in the Center for Innovation LIPI to transfer technology from research to industry. It has been started in 2006 in the form of example of product, pre-incubation and incubation. At the beginning of the implementation of activity, the sources of technology use LIPI researcher research results. In its development, in 2013 begins the selection of technology on the research results outside LIPI to be funded to develop its business. With the operation of Innovation Building of LIPI, then it begin registration tenants of Technology Incubator LIPI. The selection phase begins from the stage of administration, and the presentation of the business owner or main researcher. Further development is done in spring online registration through the web of Center for Innovation LIPI. The panelists in selecting start using the professionals to determine the proposal approved for funding. Subsequently began to appear tenant outwall with regional variation domicile of the companies. Currently, we are developing a web system for improvement of management system. Development of Technology Incubator continued through feedback and suggestion from stakeholders. This study uses qualitative research methods to the analysis of descriptive data. Technology Incubator LIPI is expected to develop into one of the incubators of national reference in development of New Technology Based Firms. Keywords: Development of technology incubator, technology incubation, incubation activities, New Technology Based Firms
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P1-A19 Implementation of the Experiential Learning Courses of the College of Teacher Education and Arts and Sciences: An Assessment Judith S. Calamayo, Helen S. Cabral and Wilfredo A. Aurea Northwest Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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The Experiential Learning Courses (ELC) are indispensable components of the New Teacher Education Curriculum per CHED Memorandum Order No. 30 s., 2004. This is pursuant to the National Competency Based Teacher Standards (NCBTS), core of the Teacher Education and Development (TEDP) of the government (ELC Handbook, 2009).
The researchers utilized descriptive research with the aid of an instrument on Field Study used by the CTEAS FS supervisors in evaluating the exposure of the pre-service students and the implementation of the Experiential Learning Courses (ELC). It was found out that the student teachers both for BEED and BSED are within the age expected of them to be completing for the tertiary level of education. Mostly are female and have a very satisfactory academic performance. Also, the performance of BEED and BSED student teachers in demonstration teaching is very satisfactory in instructional competence, professional and personal characteristics, and attendance and punctuality. And of course, the BEED and BSED student teachers displayed difference in terms professional and personal characteristics.
It was then recommended that the profile of BEED and BSED student teachers should also consider variables such IQ and teaching aptitude test results. Furthermore, the general weighted average should be categorized further under professional and general education. Also, the College should develop scheme of providing incentives for student teachers who are performing excellently on demonstration teaching. Lastly, the College should establish best practices in demonstration teaching. Keywords: experiential learning, student teaching, practice teaching, demonstration teaching
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P1-A20 Building a Strong and Inclusive Relationship between Researchers in Generating Excellent Research Results Syahrizal Maulana and Sasa Sofyan Munawar
Center for Innovation, Indonesian Institute of Sciences Email:
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LIPI is an institution that performs a wide variety of research in various fields of science and technology and has a lot of researchers with diverse backgrounds. The research results that can solve the problems faced by the public and industry is one of the great expectations that must be achieved. To produce excellent and useful research result, it is needed collaboration among researchers and various stakeholders in the planning to the implementation of activities. Strong and inclusive relationships between researchers is a prerequisite for good inter within the team as well as with other research teams. This study will examine the relationship between researchers in several research center in LIPI in fostering and building research groups and research cooperation. The method used is descriptive analytic data through literature study, questionnaires and interviews. This research results is expected to be input for stakeholders to build strong relationship and inclusive between researchers so that the objectives LIPI as an excellent research institute can be recognized at the national and international arena. Keywords: relationships among researchers, research groups, strong and inclusive, excellent research results
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P1-A21 Voices of Indigenous Women: Empowerment Strategies in Sustainable Watershed Management in Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines Mild R. Hombrebueno
Nueva Vizcaya State University, Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines Email:
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Nueva Vizcaya is known for its rich resources, its productive land, mineral resources and most especially its people. What truly makes Nueva Vizcaya unique is the multi-culturally diverse people who are truly proud of their unique culture. Thus, this study underscores the voices and nuances of indigenous women in sustainable watershed management in Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines.
This paper is a qualitative study which uses key informants and focus-group discussions to elucidate empowerment strategies of indigenous women in sustaining watershed areas. It also uses visual methodology that further captures the ordinary lives of these indigenous women in relation to watershed management. Themes were generated from their narratives that reflect their unique strategies in sustaining watershed. By listening to the voices of women, I found out that they have unique ways of caring the environment despite issues on climate change. Their local or indigenous strategies are connected to bigger social milieu like family, food security and environmental protection. With all these voices coming from women, we can’t deny the fact to acknowledge and appreciate their greater part in maintaining and sustaining watershed areas. Keywords: Indigenous women; qualitative research; narratives; local strategies
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P1-A22 Contractualization Practices in Calbayog City Leo Jesus M. Lacaba, October Rose B. Aleluya, Ellaine D. Aniban, and Sunshine Marie S. Mancol and Eugene C. Calumba College of Management, Northwest Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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This study aimed to determine the contractualization practices in Calbayog City. It evaluated the profile of the company in terms of nature of business, forms of business organization, years of existence, numbers of workers, average income, type of contractualization applied and capital/investment. It assessed the respondents in terms of recruitment and placement, manpower and development, condition of employment, health, safety and social welfare, benefits and collective bargaining agreement.
The instrument used in gathering the data was a questionnaire distributed to the LGU key officials and owners of private establishments and it was conducted in Calbayog City proper in school year of 2016-2017 that has been tallied and tabulated. This study revealed that most of the businesses here in Calbayog City are in service businesses that are owned by only one person or in a sole proprietorship form of business organization and just new in the business sector that are engaged into fixed term contract. Businesses in the locale of this research is mostly sole proprietorship and does not follows the standards stipulated in the Labor Code of the Philippines. The respondents does not have any idea or not sure that their organization is practicing such standards though some of the respondents are applying it on their organization. The business owners do not observe proper application of conditions under the Labor Code of the Philippines. Keywords: Contractualization, Contractualization Practices
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P1-A23 Accen Detection and Classificaton for Selected Filipino Dialects Jaislinn Katrina P. Almirol, Mariel Wyne D. Cristobal, Christopher Josh A. Cuevas, Mary Chrissabel Q. Enverga, Bryan Paolo G. Yglesias and Emmanuel C. Guevara Faculty of Engineering, University of Santo Tomas, Manila Email:
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Automatic speech recognition is an application that revolutionizes modern technology due to its robust application in the fields of communications and speech, especially on tasks that involve human-machine interface. Recognition and classification of accents are important features in the field of speech research since they can be used to characterize speaker traits and estimate knowledge. Classification of accents in the English language have been effectively implemented however, there are only few studies related to the Filipino language. In localizing its implementation, speech samples are gathered from speakers of the three selected Filipino dialects: Ilocano, Pangasinense, and Kapampangan, with Tagalog as the base language. The sentences to be uttered are taken from the Filipino Speech Corpus (FSC). Gathered speech samples goes through the pre-processing stage and features are extracted using Mel Frequency Cepstral Coefficients (MFCC). Support Vector Machine (SVM) is used for accent classification. Finally, the classification accuracy is to be evaluated using statistical analysis. Initial results indicate that using MFCC as the method of obtaining features yield classification rates of 74.35% for Tagalog, 66.25% for Ilocano, 74.05% for Pangasinense, and 53.90% for Kapampangan. Based on the results obtained, it can be concluded that it is possible to characterize and classify the dialect of a speaker, given their speech signal. Though Kapampangan yielded the lowest classification rate, it only implies that its features are close to Tagalog. Feature characterization and classification through MFCC and SVM proved to be effective methods in distinguishing one dialect from another. Keywords: Automatic Speech Recognition, Filipino Dialects, Mel Frequency Cepstral Coefficients, Support Vect or Machines
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P1-A24 Innovated Multi-Purpose Drafting Instrument Marde T. Ponce
Cebu Technological University-Cebu City Campus, Philippines Email:
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The study was conducted at Cebu Technological University, Cebu City, in order to develop an innovated multipurpose drafting instrument and determine its acceptability, efficiency and durability during the school year 2015-2016. This study used the quasi-experimental method of research to gather facts relevant in achieving the discussion details in planning, designing and fabrication of the innovated drafting instrument. Normative survey will be the mode of acquiring data that uses the questionnaire as the main instrument.
The process involved project making and operational module that include hand tools, power tools, supplies and materials, safety gadgets and cleaning paraphernalia. After completion of the Innovated drafting instrument, the students together with the instructors will validate the output of the study. Questionnaires were given to ten (10) drawing teachers and fifty (50) students for evaluation. Gathered data were treated using total weighed points, average weighted mean, and z-test.
Findings revealed that the majority of the respondents perceived the innovated instrument as highly acceptable. The ratings were focus on the extent of the acceptability of the innovated drafting instrument in terms of its functions, efficiency, and durability. Based on the findings, conclusions and recommendations were drawn, and proposals were formulated. Keywords: multi-purpose; drafting; instrument; functions; durability; acceptability
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P1-A25 The Culture of Bloody Cockles (Anadara antiquata Linnaeus) in Difference Water Levels at the Marine Waters of Northern Poblacion, San Francisco, Cebu Eva P. Muaña, Emelyn B. Wenceslao, Nathaniel E. Lucero and Serapion N. Tanduyan Cebu Technological University, San Francisco, Cebu Campus, Philippines Email:
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Anadara antiquata Linnaeus is one of the bivalves frequently gleaned in Camotes Islands and other parts of the country; hence this experiment was conducted to find out its rate of growth in off-bottom conditions such as in the surface, middle and bottom water levels of the water with shell weight, length and width as indicators of its growth. Survival and mortality rates were also taken to determine the efficiency of the methods. This study used the Complete Randomized Design (CRD) which was composed of 4 treatments and 3 replicates namely T0 (control) T1 (surface layer); T2 (middle layer) and T3 (bottom layer) with a stocking density of 15 individual cockles in each tray in each water level.
After 4 months culture period results show that T3 and T2 gained the highest average shell length of 4.21 cm and T1 has 4.17 cm. For shell width it shows that T3 got the highest (3.11 cm) followed by T2 (3.08 cm) and T1 (3.05 cm) and for shell weight T3 got the highest (16.02 grams) followed by T2 (15.44 grams) and T1 (14.72 grams). Survival and mortality results show that T3 and T1 have survival rate of 93.33% (14 pcs of the animal ) and T2 has survival rate of 86.67% (13 pcs.). Results on Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) show that on 5% level of confidence it revealed that there are no significant difference on various treatments and replications based on the shell length, width and weight of the bloody cockles. Keywords: Anadara antiquata, Off-bottom, San Francisco, Cebu
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P1-A26 Modified RAP Mixture Containing Porac Lahar Sand as Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregates for Wearing Course Application Beverly S. Sarausad, Graham P. Lim, Keanu Jason D. Reyes, Ramon Janielle B. Tadique, Chrysvin Wilson H. Vitug and Jaydee Anne C. Abella
Faculty of Engineering, University of Santo Tomas, España Boulevard, Sampaloc, 1015 Manila, Philippines Email:
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This quantitative study investigates the effect of partially replacing the virgin fine aggregates of a Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) mixture with Porac lahar sand to the specimen’s stability, flow, air voids, and index of retained strength. It aims to upgrade the RAP mixture’s index of retained strength (IRS) based from the required standards of DPWH for a usable asphalt pavement. Samples with 25% RAP, and 75% Virgin aggregates, with partial replacement of 10%, 25%, 40%, and 45% of the fine aggregates of the Virgin aggregates with Porac lahar sand were used. Various tests such as Asphalt Binder Extraction from the RAP, Bulk Specific Gravity, Marshall Stability and Flow of Asphalt Mixtures, and Maximum Specific Gravity are performed and compared to the currently used asphalt pavement design and standards of the Department of Public Works and Highways Bureau of Research and Standards (DPWH-BRS). Results reveal that an increase in strength with partial replacement up to 40% of fine aggregates and a decrease in strength once partial replacement reaches 45%. With this, it can be concluded that partially replacing the virgin fine aggregates of a modified RAP mixture with a maximum of 40% of Porac lahar sand will upgrade its index of retained strength while still complying with the required standards of the DPWH. Keywords: Asphalt, RAP mixture, Porac Lahar sand, IRS, Wearing course
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P1-A27 Elucidating the WIJose’s Paradigm-Based Idea Generating Process (P-BIGPro) and Its Applications Wilfredo I. Jose
Department of Chemical Engineering, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City Email:
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In 1988, after reading a report that described the paradigm of chemical engineering, I started a research on the applications of the concept of paradigm, which lasted for 25 years. The difficulty I encountered was mainly due to Kuhn’s paradigm shift, which he derived from the definition of the paradigm of a profession. People always associate the term, paradigm with the phrase, paradigm shift I analyzed and investigated the paradigm of chemical engineering and related areas of biochemical engineering, environmental engineering, energy engineering, and design engineering. I called the activity, probing paradigms. This was developed as the WIJose’s Paradigm-Based Idea Generation Process (P-BIGPro), with the following steps:
1. Decide on the topic, area, subject matter, etc. 2. Determine the paradigm 3. Probe the paradigm 4. Map ideas in the mind 5. Connect ideas to produce new ideas 6. Harvest the ideas 7. Evaluate and select idea
The initial applications were on formulating teaching strategies and developing teaching innovations, which I employed in writing textbooks (Introductory Concepts in Chemical Engineering; Biotechnology for Engineers). Other applications include (a) Improving college education at the undergraduate and graduate levels; (b) establishing an innovation laboratory for teaching, research, and extension service; (c) instituting a graduate program in design engineering; and (d) patenting inventions and research results, among others. The technique can be applied to all professions and disciplines, including the humanities and social sciences. Keywords: idea generation; paradigms; innovation technique; inventions; teaching strategies; teaching innovations
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P1-A28 LAN Based Automated Class Scheduling System Using Naive Bayes Algorithm Josuah Allen R. Mercado, Jose A. Cachuela and Regene G. Hernandez Email:
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The automated class scheduling system was developed to automatically generate, and manage the generated conflict-free class schedules for every semester in the university. It is a stand-alone system that allows the administrator to manage the schedule of classes by dragging and dropping it in a timetable view; provides a content management system that stores the data of instructors, programs and rooms; and produce a printable excel file and html files containing the schedule of classes. Naive Bayes algorithm was used to maximize the usage of rooms and automate the creation of class schedules in the university. The software was developed using Java as programming language, Netbeans 8 IDE and MySQL for the database; Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and Microsoft Excel for the generated output; and SceneBuilder 8.3 for the graphical user interface. The study used Modified Waterfall model and was evaluated according to ISO 9126 where it obtained an overall mean of 4.45 that corresponds to a very satisfactory rating. Keywords: Timetable; class schedule conflict; stand-alone system; Naive Bayes algorithm; drag-and-drop; content management system
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P1-A29 MRT Time of Arrival Prediction using Moving Average Prediction Algorithm Jonathan G. Abejero, Kevin Jansen G. Abu, Fernan Dave D. Aragon, Gaymar F. Gaytano, II, Jordan M. Wong and Kanny Krizzy D. Serrano Faculty of Engineeing, University of Santo Tomas, Manila Email:
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The Philippines’ Metro Rail Transit (MRT) provided a lot of benefits to the public, and one of which is an easy mode of transportation that can help people to avoid the rigorous traffic. However, the given timetable by the MRT’s administration is rarely followed and often results to less punctual trains. To address this problem, a predictive model of the MRT’s time of arrival is developed using data mining. Historical data of trains’ time of arrivals, run times and dwell times were used to develop the predictive model by using the Moving Average Prediction Algorithm. The gathered data were utilized by: 1) using all historical data, 2) grouping the data for an hourly basis, and 3) using the provided MRT’s daily Train Schedule. Prediction errors were calculated using Root Mean Square Error and Mean Absolute Error. The results show that the prediction error increases as its distance from the reference station also increases due to accumulating dwell times. The model utilizing all historical data produced the most prediction of the model. The results conclude that dwell times of trains, its distance from the origin and how the data were utilized for the model greatly affect the predicted time of arrivals for the succeeding stations. Our findings suggest that decreasing the distance from the origin by taking the most recent departure time at a station can accurately predict the time of arrival at succeeding stations. Keywords: Predictive model; Moving Average Prediction Algorithm; MRT
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P1-A30 Analyzing the Development of Muscle Fatigue in Performing Laparoscopic Skills Exercises Harold Jay M. Bolingot1, Gemalyn D. Abrajano1, Gregory L. Tangonan1, Nathaniel J. Libatique1 and Deogracias Alberto M. Reyes2 Ateneo Innovation Center, Philippines Center for Advanced Skills, Simulation, and Training Innovation, Philippines Email:
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Laparoscopic surgery has emerged as a favorable procedure for many practitioners in the surgical profession, due to its great advantages for both the surgeon and the patient. However, many in the profession have long reported incidents of fatigue and injury in endoscopic procedures. A majority of these reported injuries are believed to be caused by the ergonomic design of laparoscopic surgical instruments, especially with the utilization of these instruments for long durations. Thus, there is a challenge to design and fabricate laparoscopic instruments that do not compromise on the ergonomic effects to the surgeon. The EMG contains transient signals about the muscle activity, and can be used to observe the development of muscle fatigue. Progresses in biomechanical sensing and signal processing have allowed muscle fatigue to be identified by recording and analyzing the EMG in certain muscle groups. This research focuses on detecting the development of muscle fatigue in the muscle groups located in the right forearm (flexor carpum radialis, flexor carpum ulnaris, and the smaller forearm extensors) in ten participants performing simulated exercises of fundamental laparoscopic skills. EMG signals are recorded using an armband worn on the forearm, that houses eight surface electrodes sampling at 200 Hz. For detecting muscle fatigue, time frequency methods and independent component analysis were used, and this detection process was further automated by introducing a deep-learning algorithm to classify the EMG of the forearm muscle groups between relaxed and fatigued states. This system is also developed using modern web-based technologies for effortless data collection and visualization. Keywords: laparoscopic surgery; surface-based EMG; muscle fatigue; independent component analysis; timefrequency methods
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P1-A31 Regional Development Councill VII as Coordinating Body for Socio-Economic Development Leo Jesus M. Lacaba
SUC Faculty Member Email:
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The importance of regional development policy for national development cannot be overemphasized. The development of regions considering their growth potentials would help promote sustainable growth of the national economy through a more rational population distribution, increase employment opportunities and enhanced productivity. As viewed by the researcher, the essence of a regional development planning is of utmost concern in order to address the magnitude of poverty incidence. This study employed the descriptiveassessment method by means of questionnaire. It is focused on determining the relationship between two variables whether significant or non-at-all as well as described the different perceptions of the respondents. The data gathered were described and interpreted and treated statistically. It answered questions on the nature, scope and profile of the Regional Development Council VIII, were based from Sections 1 to 17 of Executive Order No. 325. Most of the respondents were in the age bracket 51 - 60, males, a college graduate as the highest educational attainment, and an elected public official, with 11 years and above experience as members of the regional development council. The findings revealed that there was a significant difference in the perception of the respondents on Regional Development Council VIII as a coordinating body for the socioeconomic development in terms of prescribed functions and extent of participation. Hence, the researchers concluded that the significant difference affects the performance of the RDC as the primary institution that coordinates and sets the direction of all economic and social development efforts of the region. Keywords: Regional; Development; Council; Socio; Economic; Development
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P1-A32 Low-Power Design of SRAM using 8T SRAM Cell and Block Partitioning Technique Implemented in 65nm Technology Mohamad Fahad M. Cader, Kenneth Kyle T. Diez, Mycel A. Capilayan
Microelectronics laboratory, EECE Department, Mindanao State University -Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines Email:
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Low power SRAM is one of the critical parts of many VLSI chips. As the technology scales down, the power consumption and dissipation has become an important issue in many applications essential in System-On-Chip today. There are many means in achieving low power SRAM design but in this study, by combining the Block Partitioning Technique and the 8T SRAM cell architecture may provide a low power SRAM design which has not once been implemented. The overall size of SRAM memory array is Block Partitioned into number of banks which shortens the length of the bitlines. This reduces the power consumption. The SRAM cell architecture used for the low power design is the 8T SRAM cell which reduces the power dissipation by using its two pulldown transistors. For proper comparison of power consumption and dissipation, additional SRAM designs are simulated such as: un-partitioned 6T SRAM, partitioned 6T SRAM and un-partitioned 8T SRAM. These are all implemented in 65nm technology. The overall design of low power Block partitioned 8T SRAM design has an average power of 0.572 μW which is lower compared to the conventional SRAM architecture. The operating voltage and frequency is 1.2 V and 200 Mhz. This SRAM has 512 bits of memory capacity. By combining 8T SRAM cell architecture with Block Partitioning Technique, it reduces both power consumption and power dissipation. Keywords: Low power, SRAM design, 8T cell, Block partitioning, Power consumption, Power dissipation
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P1-A33 The Introduction of Fover, a Mobile Application that Aims to Improve the Business Operation Between the Mabulant Food Vendors and Its End-Consumers Maria Ana G. Javier, Marichu A. Labra, Jude Michael C. Laceras, Karl Matthew H. Latonio, Noel B. Elizaga University of the Philippines Visayas Tacloban College Email:
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Through this study the researchers aim to introduce a mobile application to provide AFVs and their customers a more convenient way of doing business, disrupting the traditional way of transacting with ambulant food vendors, providing both the AFVs and their end-consumers an easier and more convenient way of doing business through the advancement of technology. Having designed a mobile application named FOVER (Food Mover) the researchers have been able to create a stable communication line between the AFVs and the endconsumers, geographically located in Tacloban City, Philippines. Through the use of internet and the advent of technology, the mobile application serves as a two-way communication line where an AFV can register to the application and use it to view possible customers. At the same time, an end-consumer can also register to the application and check for the nearest AFV that will cater to his/her choice of food. The research is a descriptive study that uses the homogeneous purposive sampling for its sampling technique both for the AFVs’ and endconsumers’ survey. Logistic regression analysis is used to interpret the gathered data due to its results which is dichotomous in nature. With an 82% of patronage level for end-consumers and 61% of patronage level for ambulant food vendors, the average patronage level to the mobile application deems it to be a success. With this project, the researchers hope to establish a more profitable startup business for the AFVs through a more convenient manner of ordering safe and healthy food for the end-consumers. Keywords: ambulant; food; vendors; application; Philippines; technology
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P1-A34 Dissipation Induced Quantum Transport on a Finite Lattice Roland Cristopher F. Caballar1, Bienvenido M. Butanas, Jr.1,2, Vladimir P. Villegas1, Mary Aileen Ann C. Estrella1,3
1National Institute of Physics, College of Science, University of the Philippines Diliman 2Department of Physics, Central Mindanao University, University Town, Musuan, Maramag, Bukidnon 3Manila Business Consulting Inc., Philippines Email:
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We construct a dissipation induced quantum transport scheme by coupling a finite lattice of N two-level systems to an environment with a discrete number of energy levels. With the environment acting as a reservoir of energy excitations, we show that the coupling between the system and the environment gives rise to a mechanism for excited states of the system to be efficiently transported from one end of the lattice to another. We also show that we can adjust the efficiency of the quantum transport scheme by varying the spacing between energy levels of the system, by decreasing the ground state energy level of the environment, and by weakening the coupling between the system and the environment. Keywords: open quantum systems; dissipative quantum transport
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P1-A35 Exploring Mathematics Achievement Goals Using Kolb’s Learning Style Model Avelino G. Ignacio, Jr.1 and Joseph D. Reyes2 Bulacan State University, Philippines Telesforo Natividad High School, Philippines Email:
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This research work is an exploration of causality connection of learning styles to mathematics achievement goals. The objectives of the study are as follows: (1) to identify the mathematics achievement goal of students when grouped according to preferred learning style (2) to identify the learning style of students when grouped according to preferred mathematics achievement goal and (3) to determine if there is a significant difference in each mathematics achievement goal when grouped according to learning style. The researcher used explanatory cross-sectional design. The study consisted of 187 high school students, one section each per grade levels 7 to 11, from Telesforo Natividad High School, Pampanga. The Revised Achievement Goal Questionnaire and Kolb’s Learning Style Inventory 3.1 were utilized to collect data. Results show that respondents hold mastery-approach achievement goals regardless of learning styles. Also, students with approach type of mathematics achievement goals hold assimilative learning style which operates on reflective observation and abstract conceptualization; and students with avoidance type of mathematics achievement goals hold accommodative learning style which operates on active experimentation and concrete experimentation. Furthermore, findings show that there is no significant difference in the mathematics achievement goals based on learning style. Exploratory research is recommended to understand why students with approach type of mathematics achievement goals hold assimilative learning style and why students with avoidance type of mathematics achievement goals hold accommodative learning style. Keywords: achievement goals, learning style, mathematics
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P1-A36 Pedagogical and Practical Considerations for Designing Environmentally-friendly, Costsaving, Socially-responsive and Culturally-appropriate Technology: Three School Project Prototypes Ranulfo G. Galvez
Zamboanga City State Polytechnic College, Philippines Email:
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Instructors and trainors in Technology Education and engineering faces constant challenges as fabricators at the same time facilitators leading the conceptualization and implementation of Product-DevelopmentStudies(PDS) that shall respond to the community needs and help solve basic technological issues affecting the immediate social environment of the Zamboange-City-State-Polytechnic-College. Three project prototypes developed out of the need for instruction aid and as a result of theoretical demonstrations have enabled the instructors and trainors to gain enough lessons and pointers as to what should be the important theoretical and pedagogical considerations that teachers and learning facilitators must watch out for. The first project is a fabricated fuelless-power-generating-unit that was designed to be a self-generating energy supplier needing minimal or no fuel for starting-up yet yielding high energy output. The second project is a yolkless-axial-flux-motor which efficiency is boosted through clever innovation of design of and with the use of locally-available resources for the magnetic-dust(SMC) material for the basic unit of its construct. The third project is a portable air-cleanser that removes harmful and toxic air pollutants in congested and cloistered areas with indoor and outdoor applicability.
Through these three project ideas, learning is facilitated through problem-solving starting up with identifying basic social issues, classifying and diagnosing technology interventions and devising plans for innovation and fabrication and finally its community evaluation of its utility. Generally, designing alternative technology must take into consideration, at least, the following: 1. Environmentally-friendly, 2.Cost-saving, 3.Socially-responsive and 4.Culturally-appropriate Technology. Keywords: Alternative technology, Fuelless Generator, Environment-friendly, Culture-sensitive science
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P1-A37 Development of Biogas on Renewable Energy Storage System with Concentration of Aqueous Sodium Hydroxide 1.5 M Muhammad Kismurtono1, Hardi Julendra1, Hernawan1 and Tri Hadi1 Research Unit for Natural Product Technology. The Indonesian Institute of Sciences. Indonesia Email:
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The aims of this study are to decrease the concentration of organic matter are to cooking and generate electricity from biomass. The methods were the preparation of fixed dome reactor, unit of CO2 removal, preparation and fermentation of cow dung, water, chicken manure running and sampling periodically every one hour and data analysis. Therefore, CO2 must be eliminated from the biogas and the corresponding phenomena of mass transfer with chemical reaction of packed column have to be studied. This study assumed steady state and isothermal condition. The system studied consists of packed column (stainless steel 304) 10 cm in diameter filled with 2 mm in diameter bead (zeolite) to the height of 80 cm and storage system of methane.. The gas flow rate was held constant at F = 800 ml/s, liquid flow rate (L) was 100 ml/s, pressure (P) was varied from: 350 to 700 mm water column (WC), and the concentration of aqueous sodium hydroxide 1.5 M inlet absorbent was held constant. The results showed that the percentage of absorbed CO2 can be enhanced by increasing the pressure. Using column with packing height of 100 cm. gas flow rate of 800 ml/s, using absorbent containing NaOH1.5 M with flow rate: 100 ml/s and at pressure of 350 mm water column (WC) and temperature of 30o C , the percentage recovery of CO2 reacted was 85%. The biogas then will be used to cooking and generate electricity. Keywords: Aqueous sodium hydroxide 1.5 M, Biogas purification, CO2 removal, Storage system
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STRAND 2: Eco-environmental studies and Ecological Engineering
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P1-B01 Diminutive Freshwater Fish in Sta. Cruz System, Laguna, Philippines Loucel E. Cui1, Pablo P. Ocampo2, Rafael D. Guerrero, III3, Ayolani V. De Lara4, Carmelita M. Rebancos1 and Antonio J. Alcantara1
School of Environmental Science and Management (SESAM), University of the Philippines Los Baños Limnological Station, University of the Philippines Los Baños 3 National Academy of Science and Technology, Department of Science and Technology, Taguig City 4 Institute of Biological Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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Diminutive freshwater fishes are small vertebrate species, maturing at sizes equal or less than 50-100 mm. Little is known about the diversity and status of these species because they are difficult to be observed in the wild due to their size and remote location. Their spatial distribution in the Sta. Cruz River System was assessed in upstream, midstream, and downstream sections of the river for one year. Species composition, abundance in relation to water quality was evaluated. A total of 1,508 individuals belonging to 18 species, 14 genera, and 12 families were collected. Of the 12 families, Gobiidae was the most abundant followed by Poeciliidae and Eleotridae. There were 9 species each of native and introduced fishes recorded during the sampling. A total of 1,178 and 330 individuals were recorded for native and introduced species respectively. Conservation and protection of the native fishes should be more on preventive approaches over restorative actions at the local government level and should reach down to the grassroots level. Keywords: diminutive freshwater fish, water quality, biodiversity conservation, Sta. Cruz, Laguna
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P1-B02 Water Quality Assessment of Rainwater Harvester from Barangay 352, Zone 35, District III Sta. Cruz, Manila Joefreim A. Delicano, Mary Ann F. Manlapao, Marilou C. Bernarte and Jeno C. Fusieran Far East Air Transport Incorporated University (FEATI ) Email:
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One of the pressing problems in Barangay 352 Sta. Cruz, Manila, the adopted community of FEATI University, is the sustainable source of water to support daily communal activities such as washing clothes and dishes as well potable water. FEATI University, Industrial Technology Development Institute (ITDI) and the Philippine Council for Industry, Energy and Emerging Research and Development (PCIEERD) of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) forged an agreement last April 2016 that enabled the installation of one rainwater harvester and ten ceramic filtration jars in Barangay 352 Sta. Cruz, Manila. The primary aim is to collect important information on the water quality and harvesting system for further development of the rainwater harvester. Also, the provision of ceramic filtration jars will allow community people to harness water from the harvester and be used for day to day activities. In this study, researchers will evaluate the quality of the collected rainwater from the harvester. In addition, tests will be performed on the quality of harvested rainwater with the aid of ceramic filtration jars. Investigations will be done on Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD), color and odor of the collected rainwater. The results of the study shall be used to provide inputs on the improvement of the rainwater harvesting system and support the government’s program on utilizing green and sustainable source of water. Keywords: rainwater; rainwater harvesting system; BOD
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P1-B03 Sustainability of Community-based Domestic Water Systems in Janiuay, Iloilo Rosalie A. Hall, Antonio D. Salazar, Jr. and Nozel Christy A. Fabila University of the Philippines Visayas Email:
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Access to water for domestic use is limited in most rural areas in the Philippines. To address this, the government funds the construction of Level 2 water systems in rural areas through the Kapit Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan-Comprehensive Integrated Delivery of Social Services (Kalahi-CIDSS) program, which is turned over to recipient communities with the expectation that they will be operated and maintained by a communitybased organization (CBO). In the island of Panay, 94 water systems have been funded by KALAHI-CIDSS, with over 17,000 household beneficiaries. However, some of these water systems are not sustained or have been downgraded. This study analyses the conditions that allow communities to collectively act together in order to sustain their water system. Using an integrated theory of the Common Pool Resource(CPR) and Goal Frame theories, this paper compares two KALAHI-CIDSS-funded barangay water systems in Janiuay, Iloilo. The paper looks at how the institutional design of the CBO and the collective orientation of the members affect the operation and maintenance of the water systems. Observations, focus-group discussions and key-informant interviews were used to gather information. The CBO featuring more robust collective identity and a normative goal frame was more able to maintain and develop their water system, compared to the other CBO whose members showed divided positions. A stronger level of participation among members and the local government in the maintenance and the decision-making process also contributed to the sustainability of the water project. Membership benefits and flexibility of rules incentivized more individuals to opt in and contribute. The findings reveal that government support and participation is important in reinforcing other institutional arrangements. Secondly, both a salient normative goal frame and a robust common pool resource management institution is necessary to promote collective action among members. Keywords: Community Based Domestic Water Organization, Collective Action, Sustainability, KALAHI-CIDSS, Common Pool Resource, Goal Frame
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P1-B04 Agricultural Land Use Change in City of Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines Roel L. Fucio1, Decibel F. Eslava1, Rico C. Ancog1, Victorino A. Bato2, Cristino L. Tiburan, Jr.3
School of Environmental Science and Management, University of the Philippines, Los Baños, Laguna (SESAM, UPLB) Animal Science Cluster (ASC), Agronomy, University of the Philippines, Los Baños, Laguna (UPLB) 3 College of Forestry & Natural Resources (CFNR), University of the Philippines, Los Baños, Laguna (UPLB) Email:
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Appreciating how land use changes impact ecological changes is an important approach to better understanding global environmental changes. Despite of the importance of rice lands in the Philippines; its total area has been decreasing through the years due to numerous forcings, and this has led to significant amounts of land conversions. One of the major drivers of agricultural land conversion is rapid urbanization of rural areas. The city of Santa Rosa in the province of Laguna, Philippines is one such area that is now developing towards a more urban environment from a mostly agricultural region. This study explores the use of both supervised and unsupervised classification to quantify land use changes that the city has undergone using remotely sensed data. It integrates remote sensing and geographic information system (GIS) to analyze satellite images from various times (in the decadal scale), from 1972, 1988, 1997, 2007 and 2016 in order to (i) analyze and determine the impact of land use change in the rice production areas within the city of Santa Rosa, Laguna; (ii) determine the extent of the remaining rice production areas; (iii) determine how these changes have influenced rice security for the city and the province; and (iv) monetize the gains and losses due to these changes in the extents of the rice production areas. This study hopes to provide quantitative data that will help generate strategies that can serve as guides for managing land resources towards their maximum utilization. Keywords: Geographic Information System; Remote sensing; Urbanization; Land use change
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P1-B05 Distribution of Mollusks and Crustaceans in Lake Lanao Monera A. Salic-Hairulla1, Ricomina A. Salic2 and Fema M. Abamo3
MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology, Iligan City, Philippines Datu Lantud National High School, DepEd, Ramain, Lanao del Sur, Philippines 3 Mindanao State University, Marawi City, Philippines Email:
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This study aims to determine the distribution of mollusks and crustaceans in Lake Lanao. Thirty-two (32) gastropod (soso) vendors from fish landings and public markets around the lake were interviewed. Sixteen percent (16%) of these vendors were from Molundo, Lanao del Sur. Also, thirty-eight (38) shrimps and crabs vendors were interviewed. Ten percent (10%) of these vendors were from Tamparan, Lanao del Sur. Out of eighteen (18) municipalities surrounding Lake Lanao, nine were taken as sampling stations namely, Ramain, Molundo, Tamparan, Masiu, Marantao, Wato Balindong, Tugaya, Lumbatan, and Bayan. The selection of the sampling municipalities was based on the abundance of crustaceans as suggested by the vendors. Belt Transect Method was employed. Hand net and manual picking were used for the collection of mollusks. While big nets (Puket) and traps were used for the collections of crustaceans. Findings show that gastropods were highly distributed in Molundo while bivalves were highly distributed in Bayang. The gastropods found belong to genus Melanoides, genus Vivipara and Pomacea while the bivalves belong to genus Corbicula, genus Lyonsia and genus Sphaerium. On the other hand shrimps were highly distributed in Tamparan, while crabs were highly distributed in Wato-Balindong. The shrimps found belong to genus Macrobrachium, genus Trachepenaeus and genus Penaeus . While the crabs found belong to genus Varuna. Keywords: Bivalves, Crustaceans, Gastropods, Lake Lanao, Puket
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P1-B06 Diversity, Uses and Economic Value of Ferns: An Instrument for Epistemological Perception Marife M. Mustacisa
Samar State University Paranas Campus Lipata Paranas, Samar, Philippines Email:
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This paper is an avenue to elevate awareness among people and give value to ferns which rapidly grow anywhere but being deracinated because of its low livelihood potential. It aimed to generate a theory that can shed light on how the participants develop awareness without formal education and how their knowledge on ferns come into being. To properly meet the aims of the study, the researcher utilized a grounded theory combined with axiomatic approach and descriptive research design to which, the sole instrument used was in-depth interview in semi-structured type. Corollary, the study revealed that research participants has no formal education but they are able to distinguish the different members of the fern family, and tend to develop indigenous knowledge from the practiced of their ancestors, these lead to Epistemological Perception theorized by the researcher that, an indigenous knowledge and informal education is not enough, it needs verification to transform into scientific facts. As such, the researcher recommends that the local government unit (LGU) of the research environment together with the provincial office of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) must come up with a program that will divert indigenous knowledge into scientific facts through formal education. With that collaboration, the rapid growth of ferns in the place will turn to an opportunity to form a new livelihood. This is one way to recognize the diversity, uses and economic value of ferns. Keywords: Mustacisa’s Epistemological Perception; Ferns; Theory Generation; Indigenous Knowledge; Informal Education
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P1-B07 Carbon Footprint Inventory of Selected Barangays of laoag City Towards the Enhancement of Extension Program of NWU Fe B. Pungtilan1 and Froilan C. Matutino2
Northwestern University, Airport Avenue, Laoag City, Philippines Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers (PSME) Email:
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Global warming evolves on many issues on a global scale and it now becomes one of the challenges for human race. Thus, minimizing carbon dioxide emissions is a logical step. While actual footprints offer details on size, weight and speed, carbon footprints measure how much carbon dioxide is produced just by going about daily lives. The study aims to calculate the carbon footprint of the adopted barangays of the Community Extension of Northwestern University that would serve as a benchmark in planning for future alternatives for a sustainable barangays. This study used descriptive design. Mothers were randomly selected since many emissions arise in households where they are commonly present. The study included the common sources of CO2 emission such as electricity, LPG consumed and vehicles among others. Findings show that electricity was the highest contributor of carbon emission with 76, 536.78 kg. In the five adopted barangays, Payas is the highest contributor with 549,571.64 kg and lowest is Sta. Maria with 145,553.02 kg. A bigger family on average has a higher carbon footprint. This is because households with more members share resources hence the marginal increase in emission is declining with an added member. Computations show that the carbon footprint of Payas is 45.79 metric tons and Sta. Maria the lowest contributor is 12.13 metric tons with a verbal description of Very High in a scale of 4[from 0 (Low) to 12.41 + (Very High)], respectively. Keywords: carbon, carbon footprint, carbon dioxide, inventory, alternatives
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P1-B08 Carbon Footprint Inventory: NWU’s Benchmark for Future Alternatives Fe B. Pungtilan, Elsie C. Pilar and Rolly C. Ramos
College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology, Northwestern University, Airport Avenue, Laoag City, Philippines Email:
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Climate change is already a reality. It affects the present and even the future generations. It is caused primarily by the production and introduction of carbon dioxide into the earth’s atmosphere. Therefore, a logical step towards addressing the problem is to minimize carbon dioxide emissions. The study aims to calculate the carbon footprint of Northwestern University that would serve as benchmark in planning for future alternatives for a sustainable eco-friendly school. Specifically, it find answers to the following questions: 1) How many units of CO2 does NWU generate from vehicles, transportation, energy, and waste?; 2) What is the estimated annual carbon dioxide gas emissions (also known as carbon footprint) of NWU?; 3) Based from the estimated annual carbon footprint of NWU, what is the level of carbon footprint, in metric tons, per person?; 4) What alternatives can be done by NWU to reduce its the annual carbon emissions? This is a descriptive design where data would be taken from the documents from concerned offices and employees of NWU. The study includes common sources of CO2 emission such as the vehicles, transportation, annual energy consumption and waste generated for AY 2012-2013. The data on transportation were gathered from the employees and students using a questionnaire patterned after the WWF Philippines Footprint Calculator (wwf.org.ph/wwf3/climate/footprint). Items were revised to suit the setting of the study. Based from the computations, the carbon footprint of NWU for school year 2012 to 2013 is 4.03 metric tons per person with a verbal description of high in a scale of 4 from 0 (Low) to 12.41+ (very high)]. Actions to reduce the CO2 emission has to be done as contribution of NWU in mitigating the climate change. Keywords: carbon, carbon footprint, inventory, alternatives
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P1-B10 Mangrove Clam (Anodontia edentula Linn. 1758) as a Resource, Food and Livelihood of Camotes Islands, Central Philippines Serapion N. Tanduyan, Berenice T. Andriano, Genes M. Pasaje, Gabriel T. Muaña and Sherlyn M. Abellanosa Cebu Technological University, San Francisco, Cebu, Philippines Email:
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Imbaw known as mangrove clam (Anodontia edentula) and an abundant resource in the mangrove areas of Camotes Islands, Cebu, Philippines was studied particularly its perceived abundance, food processing and livelihood of the inhabitants. A questionnaire was made to serve as an interview guide to the gleaners, vendors and selected inhabitants of Camotes Islands. Results show that imbaw are usually found in muddy areas with less pneumatophores and usually caught 2 feet below the surface. They are gathered throughout the year as long as there is low tide. Phases of the moon have nothing to do with its abundance. Gathering techniques usually done by visual techniques and direct touching of the bottom. Perceived distance between clams is 3 meters. Imbaw is prepared as boiled (tinola), broiled and salad (kinilaw).Broiled imbaw mixed with a bit of margarine is excellently served during special occasions. Gleaning usually is concentrated in mangrove areas of Teguis, Poro Cebu being the largest mangrove area in Camotes Islands. Marketing was done through middlemen with an average of 5 pieces large clams and 15 pieces smaller clams in an hour of gleaning. Prices for bigger clams range from Php2.00 to Php3.00 per piece and smaller clams is Php0.50 to Php1.00 each. Results further show that 10%-50% of their catch was left for the gleaners’ kitchen and 40% to 50% for the market in the four municipalities. Proceeds of clam gleaning are usually good for food purposes only. Perceived problems are so many gleaners; areas are severely disturbed and lesser catch where smaller clams are gathered due to its scarcity because of the unfit habitat. Reforestation and size limits were the suggested measures to solve scarcity. Keywords: Imbaw (Anodontia edentula), resource, food, livelihood
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P1-B11 Soli-Soli (Typha latifolia) of Lake Danao San Francisco, Central Philippines as an Industry and as a Festival Emblem: Its Status, Processing and Proposed Conservation Options for Sustainability Serapion Nudalo Tanduyan, Berenice T. Andriano and Ricardo B. Gonzaga Cebu Technological University, San Francisco, Cebu ,Philippines Email:
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Soli-soli (Typha latifolia) a plant found abundantly in Lake Danao, San Francisco, Cebu was studied as an industrial resource, its processing and a festival emblem of the fiesta celebration of Pacijan Island. This is a descriptive study where a questionnaire was used as a tool for gathering the data given to the weavers of solisoli, festival organizers, LGU officials, selected inhabitants and tourists of Pacijan Island. Results showed that soli-soli plant was converted into bags, belts, caps, and mats. Tourists usually buy them because of their unique material. The soli-soli was processed by harvesting the young soli soli plant. Then this is dried under the heat of the sun for 2-3 days depending on the intensity of the heat. They are then cleaned and made into strips and tanned at different colors. Then weaving will commence depending on the desired articles to be made. Gender composition on the soli-soli industry is dominated by the females at 60% and males at 40%. Marketing of the soli-soli products was done locally and some were brought to nearby provinces like Cebu City and Ormoc City. Mats topped among the saleable articles followed by bags, hats, fans, slippers and ropes. Results further showed that soli-soli festival is done every third Sunday of March in San Francisco where it depicts the soli-soli plant which abounds around Lake Danao and a freestyle street dancing competition using the soli-soli plant as the dominant material for the costumes of the participants. Extraction of solisoli is heavy from January to June for making articles for the incoming fiesta and during summer for many tourists are expected to visit Camotes Islands during this time. Problems of soli-soli industry are limited marketing potential, financing, and product development of the soli-soli products. Keywords: Soli-soli, Typha latifolia, festival emblem and Pacijan
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P1-B13 A Preliminary Application of Mathematical Modeling to the Rainfall Data of the Weather Monitoring System of Nueva Vizcaya State University Orville D. Hombrebueno, Julius S. Valderama, Wilfredo A. Dumale, Jr. Nueva Vizcaya State University Email:
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The study looked into modeling the periodic monthly rainfall of Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya using hourly rainfall data from 2012 to 2015 gathered by a unique field monitoring system device used by the Weather Monitoring System (WMS) of Nueva Vizcaya State University. By fitting a Fourier series to the computed monthly cumulative rainfall of the hourly rainfall data, Fourier series harmonic analysis was performed using backward elimination stepwise time series regression with the method of least squares. Ten models explaining more or less 70% variance in the observed data were generated. Comparison of the adjusted coefficient of determination, Residual Standard Error (RSE), and Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) statistics of the 10 models show that the model with the first and second harmonic and the cosine term of the fifth harmonic the 12-, 6- and 2.4-month periods in the observed data respectively – is the most parsimonious making it the best-fit model. The best-fit model was then used to describe the periodic monthly rainfall of Bayombong. It captured the periodic monthly rainfall of Bayombong described as Type III in Corona’s climate classification and it also revealed that the periodic monthly rainfall of Bayombong peaks in July and August and is least in January. From the results of the study, it can be inferred that the periodic monthly rainfall of Bayombong can be described and represented by a Fourier series. Furthermore, the results of the study can also aid the WMS in providing local farmers practical knowledge about climatic rainfall conditions conducive to farming.
Keywords: Field Monitoring System; Fourier Series; Mathematical Modeling; Rainfall; Time Series Regression; Weather Monitoring System
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P1-B14 Inventory and Characterization of Natural Fibers in the Province of Aklan Lelisa J. Teodosio1, Eva R. Orlina1, Jenita C. Prado1, Helen U. Navarra2, Arlene B. dela Cruz3, Paterno I. Rebuelta1, Ruby M. Besana1, Louie G. Garcia3, Gigi L. Rico1, Glory A. Masigon1 and Elsa I. Abayon1 College of Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental Sciences, 2 College of Hospitality And Rural Resource Managemen, 3 School of Arts and Sciences Aklan State University Banga, Aklan, Philippines Email:
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Natural fibers such asAbaca (Musa textilis), Bariw (Pandanus sp), Buri (Corypha elata),Nito (Lygodium circinatum),Rattan (Calamus spp.) and Spanish Red pineapple (Ananas comosus)has curved a niche and popularity in the world market which brought economic importance in the province of Aklan. However, information is limited on the inventory and characterization of these fibers, hence this study.
Findings revealed that geographic distribution of natural fibers vary across the different locations in the Province. Morphological characteristics of the plants and the physical and chemical properties of their fibers differ. Planting distance and production method depends on varieties, preference of the farmers/producers and demand of the raw materials and products. The natural habitat of the natural fibers ranged from rolling to flat lowland areas with Type I and III climates. Based on the findings, it is recommended that for mass production, out planting and in situ conservation, selections of natural fibers with promising physical and chemical properties should be given priority. Relevant policies should also be crafted and/or strict implementation of existing policies must be pursued to safeguard the degradation of the natural habitat for natural fibers in Aklan. Keywords: Aklan natural fibers; morphological characteristics; physical and chemical properties; soil and climatic requirements
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P1-B15 Vittelogenin Induction on Male Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) Collected from Selected Aquaculture Areas of Taal Lake and Laguna de Bay: Indication of Exposure to Environmental Estrogen Ailene E. HIjara1, Learenzee Snow P. Sanchez2 and Blesshe L. Querijero2
De La Salle Health Sciences Institute, 2Institute of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines, Los Baños Email:
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Vitellogenin (VTG) is an egg-yolk protein precursor normally produced by sexually mature female fish but can also be synthesized by males under the influence of endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs). EDCs such as estrogenic steroids have been reported to contaminate aquatic systems and cause feminization of male fishes; hence, its impact on the aquatic biodiversity and human health is now a global concern. This study determined VTG induction in male Nile tilapia (O. niloticus) Taal Lake and Laguna de Bay and identified morphological alterations to their testes as indicators of exposure to environmental estrogens. Blood plasma and gonads of the sexually mature male O. niloticus were collected for analysis. The concentrations of VTG on fish were obtained using ELISA and were compared. Histological sections of gonads were also examined for possible testicular alterations which characterize feminization in Nile tilapia. All male O. niloticus from both lakes had highly detectable VTG in blood plasma. The fish collected from Taal Lake had statistically higher VTG concentration at 478.90 ± 129.98 ng/mL compared to fish collected from the South Bay of Laguna de Bay at 10.96 ± 1.22 ng/ mL. Lesions, like presence of interstitial hyperplasia and interstitial fluid, were observed in male gonads. The results from this study provide evidences of feminization in male O. niloticus due to exposure to environmental estrogens. Keywords: Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals (EDCs); Vitellogenin (VTG); feminization; testicular alterations
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P1-B16 Pelagyung Tanaman: An Ethnobotanical Survey The Use of Local Toponymic Study in Documenting Early Taxonomic Inventory of Plant Names Joel P. Mallari
Department of Education City of San Fernando, Pampanga, Philippines Email:
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Historically, the conduct of taxonomic survey in the Philippines was done relatively well during the closing years of the 19th century done mostly by foreign scholars. These shortlist of plant taxonomists include Fray Diego Bergaño (1695-1747), Fr. Francisco Manuel Blanco (1778 - 1845), Elmer Drew Merill (1876-1956), T.H. Pardo de Tavera (1857-1925) Jerome B. Thomas (1867- ), Roy Ernest Dickerson and Filipinos like Felipe M. Salvosa and Ricardo Galang, and lately by the likes of Domingo A. Madulid led these enormous plant inventory assignments. But their works still remains incomplete and requires more local verification and comparative detailing especially in the geographical mapping of botanical cover. The use of various strategies in the conduct of plant taxonomic surveys plays significant roles in understanding local inventory of plant names and in understanding origin placenames. To date, most researches were being done with the use of much fieldwork surveys and archival consultations. These kinds of methods already provided plant taxonomists vital collections and compilations of local plant names. However, the study of these available data still entails a lot of processing just to make the inventories more usable and understandable especially in the local level of research. Hence, it is in this proposed paper were the aim to add another supporting research tool in understanding the localized use of ethnic toponyms or placenames created after botanical considerations can greatly help. Towns and cities like Mabalacat, Capas, Bamban and Tarlac, and barangays like Dau, Balibago, Baliti, Calulut and other villages that the colonizers failed to Hispanize or Americanize are just among the available evidences of plant names waiting to be documented. Operationally termed Pelagyung Tanaman survey, the method which uses etymological research, is a promising tool in understanding a local focus on and importance of certain plants recognized in the past so as to situate the presence and or absence of these particular plant species with respect to recent taxonomical inventories of Kingdom Plantae a supporting tool now being considered by some ethnohistorians and ethnoarchaeologists as well. Keywords: pelagyung tanaman, toponym, ethnobotany, taxonomical inventory, Kingdom Plantae
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P1-B17 Local Ecological Knowledge and Management Practices toward Labac River Resources in Indang, Cavite, Philippines Glenn Bryana A. Creencia1 and Caroline L. Eugenio2
Cavite State University University of the Philippines, Diliman Quezon City, Philippines Email:
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Local community is now considered as the best steward of their local resources. The local ecological knowledge (LEK) provides valuable information that can be adopted as management practices toward a local natural resource. The study focused on four barangays namely Kaytambog, Kaytapos, Agus-os and Calumpang Lejos that are near in the Labac river system. The study was conducted on May 2016. Interview and focus group discussion (FGD) were used to collect the needed information. The LEK towards river resources was gathered and analyzed to determine the role of ecosystem to the society. The management practices toward river resources were also obtained to determine the role of local community in sustainable resource management. Results revealed that river was significant and beneficial to the residents since it provided food, clean water for drinking, bathing and cleaning, and livelihood. The available river resources are fish, crabs, shrimps, timbers, water, sands and stones. Their dependence to river led them to know, manage, and protect the available river resources. Their local ecological knowledge continued to evolve as they observe and acquire experiences of using the river. Local residents and local government with the help of other stakeholders such as government and academe applied different resource management practices such as tree planting, clean-up drive, solid waste management, local ecological knowledge and aquaculture. Keywords: local ecological knowledge; management practices; resource management; river resources; labac river
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P1-B18 Effects of Different Preparations of Annona muricata Leaves on the Biosorption of Lead, Nickel and Zinc from Aqueous Solution Danila S. Paragas, Gernan S. Alejandro and Madona S. Pascual
Department of Chemistry, College of Arts and Sciences, Central Luzon State University, Philippines Email:
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Annona muricata L. is a plant that gained popularity in the last couple of years and has been acknowledged as a miracle cure for cancer. Nowadays, the leaves are being commercialized as tea. A different perspective that was explored in this study is the utilization of the leaves as a biosorbent material in the removal of heavy metals Pb, Ni, and Zn in aqueous solution. Different preparations of the leaves were done: air drying (AD), oven drying (OD), drying under low heat using a burner (LHD), and drying in a furnace (FD). The different samples were placed in a solution with Pb2+, Ni2+ and Zn2+ for the biosorption study. Analysis of the heavy metals after the biosorption experiment was done using microplasma-atomic emission spectroscopy (MP-AES).
Percent absorption/adsorption of lead is highest in the air dried (AD) sample and is comparable with the sample dried in furnace (FD) with values of 93.84% and 91.89%, respectively, followed by the sample dried under low heat (LHD), 87.99%, and the lowest value was obtained in the OD sample, 82.81%. In terms of percent nickel and zinc absorption, same trend was obtained, that is, FD>AD>LHD>OD, however, lower % absorption for Zn which ranged from 31.10% - 87.48% and Ni from 8.25% - 51.09%. Adsorption isotherms, kinetics studies, UVVIS and FTIR spectroscopy, and SEM analyses were also done to explain the effects of the preparation methods of A. muricata leaves in the biosorption of heavy metals. Findings of this study suggest that air dried and furnace dried leaves of Annona muricata can be used as biosorbent material in the removal of Pb, Ni and Zn in waste water. Keywords: biosorption; Annona muricata leaves; microplasma-atomic emission spectroscopy; heavy metals
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P1-B19 Monte Carlo Simulation Approach to Assess the Sensitivity of Integrated Biorefineries to Climate Risks Michael Francis D. Benjamin1,2, Raymond R. Tan3 and Luis F. Razon3
Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences, 2Chemical Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering University of Santo Tomas, España Blvd., 1015 Manila, Philippines 3 Chemical Engineering Department, De La Salle University, 2401 Taft Avenue, 0922 Manila, Philippines Email:
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Integrated biorefineries are biomass processing facilities that produce biofuels at the same time other high value products such as biochar and biochemicals. Sustainability is achieved via process integration that results in overall increased efficiency of the system. However, such systems are inherently vulnerable to cascading failures due to inoperability of one or more of its process units. Capacity disruption can be due to a supplyside reduction of biomass feedstocks arising from climate change-induced events such as drought. Due to the integrated nature of biorefineries, the disruption then cascades in the entire network causing a deviation from a baseline production state. Process units are designed to allow operational flexibility in cases of such perturbations; however, the impact of disruption may not be determined intuitively due to the network topology of a given system. Thus, it is necessary to determine the sensitivity of process units to an array of capacity disruptions. In this work, a Monte Carlo simulation approach is used to assess the vulnerability of an integrated biorefinery to variable magnitudes of capacity disruptions. A palm oil mill-based integrated biorefinery is used to demonstrate the applicability of the proposed method. Keywords: Monte Carlo simulation; integrated biorefineries; climate risks; risk analysis
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P1-B20 Leaching of Nickel from Philippines’ Laterite Ore using Iota-Carrageenan Nicole Jane E. Alhambra1, Diana T. Gonzales1, Irasan Micah I. Soliman1, Charo B. Ocampo2 and Dahlia C. Apodaca3
Department of Natural Sciences, Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Sta. Mesa, Manila Geological Laboratory Services Section, Mines and Geosciences Bureau Reg. IVA-CALABARZON, North Avenue Diliman, Quezon City 3 Metallurgical Technology Division, Mines and Geosciences Bureau, North Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City Email:
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The research project aimed to develop an innovative and non-conventional leaching technology which uses an indigenous material such as iota-carrageenan, a red seaweed, for the extraction of precious metals from nickel laterite ore obtained in Palawan. In particular, this study capitalizes on the concept of biosorption in which iotacarrageenan was used as biosorbent to extract nickel and cobalt from laterite ores. Biosorption technology has shown potential in addressing industry concerns such as economic and energy-efficient extraction of minerals from ores. The Philippines is a leading exporter of carrageenan. Semi-purified iota-carrageenan was obtained from Shemberg Corporation and was subjected to further purification via precipitation in 2-propanol. On the other hand, nickel laterite ore was obtained from Palawan through MGB-Region IVB (MIMAROPA) and was air-dried, then crushed, pulverized, homogenized and sieved to 100-mesh prior to leaching. Typical nickel concentration in Philippine laterite ore is < 1.5%. Factors that affect the leaching of nickel and cobalt from the laterite ore were investigated to establish the optimal leaching conditions. Concentrations of extracted nickel and cobalt were measured using an Agilent AA 200 Atomic Absorption Spectrometer after digestion using a two-acid system. Keywords: leaching, nickel laterite ore, iota-carrageenan, biosorption
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P1-B21 Development of a Sustainable Organic Conversion Scheme for a Rice-Based Agro-Ecosystem Floramante C. Pastor, Noralyn B. Legaspi, Mario I. Remolacio, Lea C. Agbigay, Corazon Diana A. Pastor and Ma. Concepcion B. Birginias Mariano Marcos State University, City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines Email:
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This research assessed organic production management system for rice-based agroecosystem during the conversion period in two schemes: abrupt and gradual. Different cropping patterns involving dry season (DS) crops were evaluated along with fertilizer management options. Yield trend shows that initially, high yield could be obtained as an effect of the residual fertility of the soil. Yield starts to decrease on the second year but mid-way to the five-year conversion period, yield significantly increases, indicative that the farm is underway to conversion.
Of the component crops, tomato consistently produced high yield throughout the conversion period. Under abrupt conversion, green manuring applied as MIM produce significantly higher yield and also reduce production cost by lowering nitrogen rate by 20kg. For gradual conversion, initial application of 75% IF + 25% OF significantly produced a yield comparable the control (100% IF). Above-mentioned scheme were also most economically-viable. Likewise, comparable yield was obtained from the two manuring system hence, incorporating GM crop at maturity (MIM) is a good option to benefit from the pod yield which is reflected as additional income of the farm in conversion. An increasing trend of Nitrogen (N) and organic matter (OM) content in both conversion schemes was also observed. Keywords: organic conversion, organic farming, rice-based agroecosystem, sustainable farming
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P1-B22 Exploring the Potentials of “Kamangeg” (Dioscorea luzonensis) to Enhance Agricultural Productivity and Food Sufficiency Noralyn B. Legaspi, Lea C. Agbigay, VinaMay R. Cabugon and Christine B. Quiapo Mariano Marcos State University, City of Batac, Ilocos Norte, Philippines Email:
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Rootcrops are said to be the last frontier to feed the ever-growing population. This research focused on Dioscorea luzonensis, a lesser-yam, locally known as “kamangeg”, which abound naturally in the wild. For while it is true that said yam could augment food gap during the lean months, it is disturbing to note that harvesting practices alone poses environmental pressure to the upland ecosystem, and utilization is limited to traditional preparations, hence, development of a technology to domesticate the crop and to explore alternatives for its consumption has been done. It was found out that “kamangeg” can be domesticated and that yield could be increased through proper cultural management practices. Further, its utilization could be enhanced by processing it into flour and various food products of which are very acceptable to consumers. Aside from the high nutritive value of “kamangeg”, the resulting flour is low in gluten, thereby a market niche is on hand. Generally, there is high potential of “kamangeg” not only in augmenting the food gap during lean months but more so as commercial crop. With this, the marginal areas could be utilized for the government’s call to spur production towards food sufficiency. Keywords: lesser-yam, marginal, indigenous, kamangeg, exotic
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P1-B23 A Synergistic Approach for a Proactive Agricultural Monitoring and Forecasting System in the Philippines Heidi D. Mendoza and Ma. Victoria O. Espaldon University of the Philippines Los Baños, Philippines Email:
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Impacts of climate change cut across various sectors; but in the Philippines, the agriculture sector bears the hardest burden of the continuing effects of climate change. The country needs a more proactive, rather than a reactive, mechanism to help its agricultural stakeholders. A number of research programs are working towards addressing these impacts; however, most of the time, research programs fail to extend its generated knowledge and technologies to its intended stakeholders. An agricultural program dubbed as Smarter Approaches to Reinvigorate Agriculture as an Industry in the Philippines (Project SARAI) was launched in 2013, and sought to bring its research outputs to a level useful both to the research and farming communities. The research program employed an interdisciplinary approach in bringing together solutions, systems, and technologies to put up a national monitoring and forecasting system. This system uses Remote Sensing (RS) for crop monitoring and forecasting; integrated database for crop and climate data; and a needs-based capacity building design.
The implementation of Project SARAI seeks to highlight three key program implementation approaches: 1) Pushing for synergy of natural and social sciences; 2) Involving line agencies on the onset of the program; and 3) Designing a sustainability and extension mechanism. Carrying out research programs with a sustainable synergistic approach is one key measure in setting up a venue for mobilizing research outputs into products that intended stakeholders can actually benefit from. Keywords: Agricultural monitoring; Forecasting system; Interdisciplinary research; Sustainable program implementation
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P1-B24 Optimization of Soil Washing Conditions Using Chitosan for the Removal of Nickel from Nickel-Contaminated Soil Diane Clare M. Tiongco
University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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Soil contamination by heavy metals is one of the most harmful environmental problems throughout the world. Since they are not degradable in the environment, heavy metals have the ability to persist in soil for decades, which could then accumulate in biological systems and could cause a long-term effect on the environment. In the present research, nickel-contaminated soils from Sta. Cruz, Zambales were analyzed through X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) to assess the metal profile and through Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometry (AAS) to determine the amount of recoverable nickel concentration. Batch soil washing experiments were then conducted using chitosan as a chelating agent at various chelating agent concentrations, pH level, and solution to soil ratio to optimize soil washing conditions that will maximize nickel removal efficiency. Preliminary costing of soil washing technology was also estimated based on the amount of raw materials used for maximum nickel recovery. By applying soil-washing technology and using chitosan as a biodegradable chelate compound, this research could also potentially help waste disposal problems in crustacean factories aside from the remediation of nickel-contaminated soil and water ecosystems. Keywords: soil remediation; chitosan; nickel contamination; soil washing; heavy metal; chelating agent
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P1-B25 Determinants of Unsafe Cooking Fuel Use among Households: Evidence from Indonesia Puguh Prasetyoputra
Research Center for Population, Indonesian Institute of Sciences (P2K-LIPI) Email:
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Acute respiratory infections, a prevalent disease in developing countries including Indonesia, is attributable to use of unsafe cooking fuels. A recent nationally representative survey shows that two in three households still rely on these fuels for cooking. Information on the characteristics of these households is paramount for the government to be able to promote a shift to cleaner and safer fuels at the household level. However, limited studies on these characteristics are available. Therefore, this study is aimed at identifying the determinants of unsafe cooking fuel use among Indonesian households to assist policy making.
The data for the article comes from the fifth wave of the Indonesian Family Life Survey (IFLS) conducted in 2014. A multivariable logistic regression model was fitted to the data with explanatory variables categorised as socio-economic position (SEP), demographic factors, and spatial factors. Odds ratio (OR) was used as the measure of association.
Education of household head and household affluence were found to be negatively associated with the odds of unsafe cooking fuel use. Moreover, households residing in rural areas are more likely to use unsafe cooking fuels that their urban counterparts. These relationships remain significant even after the demographic factors were included in the final multivariable regression model. The findings provide useful information for the policy makers in the form of the characteristics of the households that should be targeted. Further studies, however, are needed to strengthen the policy recommendation. Keywords: unsafe cooking fuel; socio-economic gradient; health inequalities; demographic characteristics; household survey
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P1-B26 Design of Self-biased Cross Coupled Rectifier with Integrated Dual Threshold Voltage for Energy Harvesting Application Mycel A. Capilayan, Mark Eric C. Andam, Charlene Mae P. Canja
Microelectronics Laboratory, EECE Department, Mindanao State University - Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines Email:
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Majority of the devices that people are using today are continuously generating RF signals in the form of various wireless systems and wireless devices. Apparently, only a portion of these signals are being utilized and the greater part of it becomes wasted energy. These signals, however, can be taken advantaged off by means of RF energy harvesting. Harvested energy can be stored in batteries or storage system which can then be used on low-powered devices as its alternative source. This main focus of this study is on the design of a rectifier that is suitable for energy harvesting application. The design of this rectifier utilizes a self-biased cross coupled configuration with and integrated dual threshold voltage to improve its performance, increase its DC extraction capability and obtain a decent amount of rectifier efficiency. The design was implemented in 65 nm CMOS technology at an input frequency of 2.4 GHz. At only 6 stages, the design was able to extract 1.52 V from an input of 200 mV RF (a voltage conversion of 7.6), and a power conversion efficiency of 15.81%. The results shows an improved performance compared to other studies. The design was also able to achieve a decent power conversion efficiency worthy for harvesting application. Keywords: Energy Harvesting; RF; Rectifier; Wireless; Wi-Fi
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P1-B27 Design and Development of Ferrocement Tank to Store Rainwater from Roof Catchments of Buildings Ruel R. Cabahug, Raymond G. Acera, Mark Joseph G. Alitao, Mary Lee L. Cimagala, and Samuel John T. Manduro University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines Email:
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Rainwater harvesting is one of the most sustainable alternatives in recovering the natural hydrologic cycle - the rainwater which is very acceptable water for domestic consumption. Using the rooftop of buildings as catchment medium, rainwater may be collected for storage to different containers with differing materials and capacities. Storage tanks may be concrete, steel, plastic or bricks. The need for larger and bigger capacity storage to contain the nature’s abundance of rainwater during rainy days becomes an economic challenge for those who desired larger capacity water tanks. Using ferrocement technology, a water storage tank with capacity of 18,000 liters was designed and developed to compare its construction cost to that of the 18,000- liter reinforced concrete water tank as designed and promoted by Department of Public Works and Highways of the Philippine government. Ferrocement technology uses ferrocement as a construction material where hydraulic cement mortar is reinforced with wire mesh and steel reinforcements. Construction cost includes material, labor and overhead costs in completing the project. The comparison of construction costs between reinforced concrete water tank and ferrocement water tank showed that ferrocement water tank is economically viable and cheaper. This result is attributed to the technique used in the ferrocement technology whereby formworks are eliminated during fabrication and pouring of mortar. This finding revealed that larger water tanks for rainwater harvesting can be obtained economically when ferrocement materials are considered. Keywords: rainwater harvesting; ferrocement; rainwater tank; ferrocement water tank
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P1-B28 Identification and Characterization of Native Earthworm Species in the Municipality of Leon, Iloilo Julito C. Aligaen
Iloilo Science and Technology University, Leon Campus, Iloilo, Philippines Email:
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Conventional farming typically uses toxic chemical based products to suppress insect pests and weeds in order to promote rapid growth to achieve optimum yields of crops and animals as a way to increase production and generate higher profits. Evidence showed that these practices caused contamination of air, water, soil and longterm damaged to farmland biodiversity including soil ecosystem where earthworms live. Earthworms are known as “ecosystem engineer†because they significantly modify the properties of the soil in terms of physical, chemical and biological which lead to the improvement of its porosity, fertility and the water holding capacity. Earthworms stabilize and sustain the soil fertility which supports life in the terrestrial ecosystem but we paid less attention to their plight. This research aims to identify and characterize native species of earthworms in the locality to find out species with commercial potentials that can compete with existing exotic commercial earthworms. Quadrat sampling method was being used to gather the data in five site categories; farmland, agroforest, grassland, livestock areas, river banks, creeks, and waterways. Based on the results, there were 11 species identified that carries identity and characteristics based on the standard guide used globally which is local to Iloilo, while another 7 species considered as newly described species but further characterization will be performed such as genetic matching to the nearest similarities of identified species. Of the 18 species found in the locality, about 3 species bearing commercial potentials but further studies is needed. Keywords: ecosystem engineer, earthworms, characterization, soil fertility, soil ecosystem
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P1-B29 Social Acceptability of Phytoremediation Technology for the Rehabilitation of a Controlled Dumpsite Jan Ramel A. Tumbaga1, Annie Melinda P. Alberto2, Raymond N. Claro3 Virgen Milagrosa University Foundation Central Luzon State University, Philippines 3 Department of Education, Division of Pangasinan II Email:
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Phytoremediation technology is usually used to rehabilitate or restore a degraded landscape. Many studies already delved on its dynamics, including the identification of plants which are potentially viable, however, its social acceptability as being applied in the field lacks empirical evidences. Thus, this study describes the social acceptability of phytoremediation technology to be applied in a controlled dumpsite. Primarily, the study delineates the knowledge and attitude of the citizens towards solid waste management (SWM) followed by the degree of acceptability of the technology. Based from the findings, it was found out that there is a moderate level of knowledge including the attitude of the residents towards SWM. In tantamount to this, it was also determined that the degree of social acceptability is moderate; despite the lack of awareness of the residents on phytoremediation technology. In general however, using bimodal question, almost all respondents (93.33%) stated that they are willing to use phytoremediation technology for the rehabilitation of the controlled dumpsite. In addition, the survey also identified that most of the respondents (86.7%) are willing to participate for the rehabilitation of the site. Hence, this will serve as baseline data to elicit the participation of the community. It was further recommended that residents’ level of knowledge and attitude towards SWM should be further enhanced, and at the same time, to strengthen the acceptability of phytoremediation technology. This can be made by organizing seminars or other information dissemination campaign to increase their awareness. Keywords: Social Acceptability, Phytoremediation, Controlled dumpsite, Solid waste management
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P1-B30 Insecticidal Efficacy of Hagonoy Plant (Chromolaena odorata (L.) R.M.King & H.Rob.) and ZZ Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia (Lodd.) Engl.) Against Harlequin Cockroach (Neostylopyga rhombifolia (Stoll, 1813)) Deniella Bianca P. Galvez and Ronnel Franco G. Landrito Alabang Elemenatry School, Philippines Email:
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Harlequin Cockroach (Neostylopyga rhombifolia) is one of the household pests which transmit diseases in the environment. The development of resistance due to resistance has encouraged efforts to seek alternative biological control methods. Community- based plant species, Hagonoy Plant (Chromolaena odorata) and Zz Plant (Zamioculcas zamiifolia) was studied for its insecticidal activity in Harlequin Cockroach. The study used five treatments which includes T1 leaf decoction from Hagonoy and Zz Plant; T2 expressed leaf juice from Hagonoy and Zz Plant; T3 20% Hagonoy and 20% Zz Plant leaf extract solution; T4 40% Hagonoy and 40% Zz Plant leaf extract solution and T5 positive control, commercial insecticide (Baygon®). The data gathered were tabulated and computed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) to determine whether significant differences exist in the length of time the Harlequin cockroaches are killed among the five treatments; and Scheff’s Test to find out where the difference lies and determine which among the five treatments has the greatest insecticidal potential. The positive control and the 40% Hagonoy and 40% Zz Plant leaf extract solution have comparable effect in terms of the length of time it takes for the sample Harlequin cockroaches to die. Ultimately, a great insecticidal potential of Hagonoy and Zz Plant was found out. For this reason, the researcher recommends the patenting of insecticidal product out of Hagonoy and Zz Plant which is efficient, cheap, economical, organic, and environment and health friendly. Keywords: Hagonoy Plant, Harlequin cockroach, ZZ Plant
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P1-B31 Facile and Green Biginelli Synthesis of Dihydropyrimidine Derivatives Using Protic Deep Eutectic Solvents Patrick Jacob L. Liwag and Nelson R. Villarante
Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Manila Email:
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Protic deep eutectic solvents (DES) based on urea, malonic acid, and 2-amino-2-hydroxymethyl-propane-1,3diol hydrochloride (Tris-HCl) were used as an environmentally-benign reaction medium, catalyst, and reactant (for the [urea][Tris-HCl] DES) for the efficient synthesis of functionalized 3,4-dihydropyrimidin-2(1H)-ones (DHPMs) from aromatic aldehydes, β-keto esters, and urea. The synthesis was performed under mild and solvent-free conditions, producing DHPMs in good yields and short reaction times. The DESs were easily synthesized from inexpensive and simple components with 100% atom economy, making their use viable in industrial applications. Keywords: green chemistry; deep eutectic solvents; Biginelli reaction; dihydropyrimidines
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P1-B32 Grave Damage to Biodiversity and International Law: The South China Sea Arbitration as an Example Alfredo C. Robles, Jr.
De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines Email:
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Toleration of illegal fishing of endangered or threatened species and artificial island building by China have caused grave damage to biodiversity in the South China Sea. Although the Philippines argued that China’s conduct violated the1992 Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), it submitted the dispute, together with disputes over other matters, to the dispute settlement mechanisms of the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), rather than those of the CBD. The dispute resolution mechanisms and environmental obligations under the UNCLOS and CBD are compared. The application of the principles of international responsibility and the law of the sea to environmental issues and to the actions of China that allegedly damaged biodiversity in the South China Sea is then examined. The CBD does not offer an appropriate framework for settling disputes over grave harm to biodiversity through binding decisions. Application of general principles of international responsibility and of the law of the sea is sufficient in order to determine whether a State has caused grave damage to biodiversity. In case of grave damage to marine biodiversity, it may be preferable for States to resort to the compulsory dispute mechanisms of UNCLOS, rather than to those of the CBD. Keywords: Biodiversity; international law; arbitration; Philippines; China; South China Sea
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P1-B33 Spatial Patterns of Epiphytic Lichens in a Frist Class Municipality: Interpolation and Contour Mapping of Relative Physical Factors, Lichen Size and Abundance Rodney T. Cajimat, Esperanza Maribel G. Agoo, Michael B. Ples De La Salle University - Manila, Philippines Email:
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Lichens are sensitive epiphytes known for their medicinal and ecological importance. They are also being investigated for their potential as bio-indicators of environmental changes or disturbances. This study utilizes the Quantum Geographic Information System (QGIS) technology to develop contour maps from interpolated data points to pattern the distribution of lichens in the municipality of Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya. The survey areas were identified using the OpenLayer Plug-in and Assisted-Global Positioning System (A-GPS). Physical factors on altitude and pressure were also identified using A-GPS and barometer. The abundance and size of lichens were gathered using the quadrat segment method. With the use of the Microsoft ® Excel ® and the QGIS, data points were interpolated, maps were developed and data were statistically analyzed. Findings of the study reveal that lichens are found in all of the surveyed areas in the municipality. Although relationship of lichen size and abundance with pressure and altitude shows no significance, large lichens can be seen in the western part of the municipality and abundant lichens can be observed in the northern areas. On the other hand, the relationship of lichen size and abundance are inversely proportional. Larger lichens appear to be present in areas where lichen abundance is less; in contrary, lichens are abundant in areas where lichens are observed to be smaller. The generated contour maps can be used by future researchers to investigate further the lichens and to help conserve the lichen species in the area. Keywords: Ecological Map; Ecological Distribution; Lichen; Physical Factors; Quantum Geographic Information System
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P1-B34 Environmental Assessment of Caluangan Lake: A Basis for Strategic Management Plan Joyce B. Lanuza
Doroteo S. Mendoza Memorial Sr. National High School Email:
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This study assessed the present environmental condition and practices of the community surrounding Caluangan lake. The environmental condition in terms of physical, chemical and biological and the environmental practices in terms of agricultural, industrial and domestic were determined. The respondents of the study are the residence of the six (6) communities surrounding Caluangan lake. The study used mixed approach such as ocular inspection, laboratory tests, survey, and interview. It was found out that: a)color and turbidity of water did not meet the standard level while the temperature and odor are at normal condition, b) pH of water was at normal level c)dissolved oxygen did not meet the standard level for Class C and was classified as Class D (industrial water), d)the salinity level is very high; the amount dissolved solids did not meet the required normal condition, e) total hardness, amount of sodium and chloride and sulfates did not meet the standard condition and f)iron, zinc and manganese are at normal condition. Meanwhile, fishes caught were dominantly migratory fish while the amount of fish catch and catch per unit effort was lower than the average normal fish catch in the lake. In addition, the communities surrounding the lake are dominantly into agriculture. There was domestic environmental pollution and degradation resulting from average domestic activities which could have influenced the physical, chemical, and biological condition of the lake. There were significant differences in the environmental practices of Caluangan lake communities in particular with agriculture but not in industrial and domestic dimensions. Keywords: Environmental Assessment, Environmental Condition, Environmental Practices
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P1-B35 Knowledge of Climate Change, Environmental Concern, and Stewardship among College Students Peter R. Go-Monilla and Michael Y. De Guzman University of the East Caloocan Campus, Philippines Email:
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The study examined the knowledge of climate change, concern, and stewardship among college students in six (6) colleges and universities in the cities of Caloocan, Malabon, Novotas, and Valenzuela or the CAMANAVA area. The study also looked into the relationship between knowledge of climate change, concern, and stewardship. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations were used in the study. Hypothesis testing was conducted through simple correlations. Surveys with 749 college students show average scores on knowledge of climate change, high scores for environmental concern, and average scores in stewardship. Findings in this study reveal knowledge of climate change is not related to environmental concern and stewardship. On the other hand, environmental concern is associated with stewardship. The study highlights the importance of awareness and education on climate change among youths with the end view that the youths shall take active role in the worldwide effort to address the alarming impacts of climate change and other environmental problems such as degradation of the natural environment. Keywords: knowledge of climate change, environmental concern, stewardship
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STRAND 3: HUMAN HEALTH & BIOTECHNOLOGY
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P1-C01 Biodegradation of Rice Hulls by Isolated Soil Microorganisms from Ilocos Norte Alice Geraldine S. Hernando
Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines Email:
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The advancement of waste utilization and management has been recently prominent, as a response to global warming. Agricultural waste such as crop by-products and residues has been found out to increase carbon dioxide emissions that would increase the earth’s temperature. In the Philippines, one of the major agricultural products is rice. Rice production includes processing of agricultural by-products and crop residues in the form of rice hull and rice straw. To minimize these agricultural wastes and mitigate the adverse effects of global warming, the study on the biodegradation of rice hull was conducted utilizing isolated soil microorganisms from Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Preliminary biodegradation screening resulted to the selection of two fungal isolates from a total of eight bacterial and eight fungal isolates. Analysis of the biomass (dry weight and optical density) was employed in the final biodegradation set-up. Results showed a decreasing trend of biomass dry weight with 1.84 grams to 1.65 grams with fungal isolate one (Aspergillus niger) and from 1.83 grams to 1.69 grams for fungal isolate two (Aspergillus flavus) in a twelve days biodegrading process. Optical density results also showed a decrease in the absorbance among samples. 0.585 initial absorbance to -1.19 absorbance for fungal isolate one and from .0565 absorbance to -1.77 absorbance for fungal isolate two. These results showed that Fungal isolates F1 & F2 demonstrated potential in rice hull biodegradation giving a 10.33% and 7.65% percent degradation respectively, with due consideration that no agitation was done in testing. Keywords: Biodegradation; Rice hull
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P1-C02 The Interactive Effects of Nutrition-Related Domains on the Blood Pressure of Hypertensive Filipino Street Vendors Rafaella Lauren Q. Acuña, Aurora Maria Francesca D. Dablo, Clint Bronson L. del Socorro, Stephen Carlo A. Fabillar, Allan B. de Guzman,
Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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In both high-income and low-income populations, hypertension is considered as a major nutrition-related concern and is one of the top non-communicable diseases that leads to mortality. The overall purpose of this study is to explore the nutrition-related domains affecting the blood pressure among a select group of hypertensive Filipino street vendors in Metro Manila. A sample of 111 purposively selected hypertensive street vendors within the streets of Metro Manila participated in the study. Data were collected with the use of a researcher-made nutrition questionnaire and adopted tools such as Hypertension Knowledge-Level Scale, Compensatory Health Belief Scale, the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and an adapted Food Frequency Questionnaire. BP was measured using Omron HEM-7121. Data were treated descriptively and inferentially using SPSS ver. 20 and Warp PLS 5.0. The use of partial least square revealed that knowledge had weak inverse relationships with food intake (p < 0.01), and lifestyle (p = 0.05); belief revealed a weak inverse relationship with food intake (p < 0.01), and a weak direct relationship to lifestyle (p = 0.09); while blood pressure exhibited a weak direct relationship with food intake (p < 0.01) and lifestyle (p < 0.01). The different nutrition-related domains, namely: knowledge, beliefs, and practices, all have a significant relationship in the regulation and control of blood pressure among hypertensive Filipino street vendors. Findings of this study pose a number of challenges to both the government and health professionals alike in overcoming this issue. Keywords: blood pressure; nutrition knowledge; hypertension knowledge; food intake; lifestyle practices; health beliefs
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P1-C03 A Partial Least Square (PLS) of the factors affecting the nutritional status of tricycle drivers in the Philippines Angela Irene R. Balite, Ayessa Lara P. de Castro, Danca R. Francisco, Bianca F. Ramos and Allan B. de Guzman
Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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Double-burden of malnutrition has become a serious global problem especially in developing countries. Although various studies have been conducted about the different factors affecting nutritional status of other occupations, there seems to be a paucity of empirical evidence involving tricycle drivers in the Philippines. The main purpose of this study is to ascertain the effects of a number of correlates on the nutritional status (NS) of a select group of tricycle drivers. Data needed in this study were gathered using a robotfoto, 24-hour food recall, International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) and a researcher-made job stress survey among 200 tricycle drivers recruited purposively from various sites in Manila and Quezon City. Warp PLS 5.0 and SPSS v. 20.0 were used to analyze the data. Notably, the present study revealed that personal and socioeconomic variables have a significant effect on food intake (FI) and dietary diversity (DD) while lifestyle factors have a significant effect only on food intake. Relatively, occupational stress (OS) significantly affects lifestyle variables and nutritional status (NS) is significantly affected by food intake. However, dietary diversity was found to have no significant effect on nutritional status. Identification of the nutritional status of this overlooked sector in Philippine society may once more reaffirm the role of nutritionists-dietitians in the community setting, specifically, in identifying proper nutrition interventions such as strategies in nutrition education aimed at increasing awareness among tricycle drivers on the importance of proper nutrition. Keywords: food intake; dietary diversity; occupational stress, lifestyle, nutritional status
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P1-C04 Nutritional Quality of Meals, Food Intake, Physical Activity, and Length of Stay Predict Institutionalized Elderly’s Nutritional Status Beatrice Marie M. Lago, Rebecca Angelica A. Nieves, Ma. Nina Christina C. Parungao, Charina Karyn S. Tin, Karen Christian Joy O. Urquiza and Allan B. de Guzman
Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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Increasingly, threats of malnutrition in geriatric institutions are affected by several factors such as cognitive, immobility, oral problems, and psychological status. Low food intake is seen to be the primary cause of geriatric malnutrition. Further, greater length of stay and higher physical activity were significantly associated with reduced body weight and good health status, respectively. This study aims to identify how nutritional quality of meals, food intake, physical activity, and length of stay affect the nutritional status of institutionalized elderly in the Philippines. Data needed in this study were assessed using food weighing record, 24-hour food recall, Physical Activity Scale for Elderly (PASE), and Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) among 100 purposively recruited institutionalized elderly. Macronutrients were computed based on the Philippine Food Composition Table (FCT) while adequacy was evaluated based on the Philippine Dietary Reference Intake (PDRI). As shown, the nutritional status of institutionalized elderly was significantly affected by food intake, physical activity, and length of stay. However, nutritional quality of meals was found to have no significant effect on elderly’s food intake. Although the institution provided nutritionally adequate meals, food intake of elderly were still inadequate. Moreover, increasing physical activity and length of stay leads to better nutritional status. Assessment of nutritional status and its associated factors is vital in the development of nutrition intervention to prevent malnutrition, and provide quality food planning and service in the institution. Keywords: nutritional quality of meals; food intake; physical activity; length of stay; elderly nutritional status
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P1-C05 Preliminary Evaluation of the Medicinal Uses of Aludig (Streblus asper Lour.) Through Phytochemical Screening and Antibacterial Assay Peterson T. Apostol
Philippine Societty of Youth Science Clubs Email:
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This study aimed to confirm the claimed medicinal property of a plant locally named as Aludig found in the different areas in Diffun, Quirino scientifically known as Streblus asper Lour. The use of survey questionnaire was employed in this study to gather information on the socio-demographic profile and traditional knowledge on the respondents’ utilization of the plant extracts as medicine. Thin Layer Chromatography (TLC) was used in the phytochemical analysis on the root, stem and leaf extracts. Chloroform was also used as developing solvent in order to identify the secondary plant metabolites present. The following were the findings of the study: 1) root extracts contain essential oils, anthraquinones, coumarins, anthrones, alkaloids and steroid; 2) stem extracts contain triterpenes, fatty acids, sugars, anthraquinones, coumarins, anthrones and alkaloids; and, 3) leaves of Aludig have triterpenes, fatty acids, sugars, anthraquinones, anthrones, tannins, flavonoids and phenols. Consequently, plant extracts were subjected for their antimicrobial properties using the antimicrobial assay test. It was revealed that the ethyl acetate extracts of the stem sample actively inhibit the growth of E. coli (15.93 mm) and S. aureus (15.62 mm) while they partially inhibit the growth of B. subtilis (13.32 mm). However, ethyl acetate extracts of the root sample actively inhibit the growth of E. coli (15.96 mm) and S. aureus (15.20 mm) while they partially inhibit the growth of B. subtilis (12.36 mm). Therefore, this study confirms the medicinal claims of the respondents that the Aludig plant stem, roots and leaf extracts can be used as a potential substitute for medicine in treating several diseases because of their bioactive components and antimicrobial capacity. Keywords: Ethnobotany; Antimicrobial; Phytochemical Analysis; Alternative Medicine
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P1-C06 Medical Application for Respiratory Illnesses (MARI): An Android-based Prognosis and Symptom Checker Assistant using Naive Bayes Algorithm Harvey S. Amora, Carlo O. Añonuevo and Regene G. Hernandez Email:
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The study aimed to develop an Android-Based Prognosis, and Symptom Checker Assistant that uses Naive Bayes algorithm in identifying the possible respiratory illness/es of the user based on his/her keyed-in symptoms. A Modified Waterfall model was used as a guide in developing the application. It consists of six phases namely user requirements, system requirements, architectural design, component development, integration and verification, and installation and verification. A Windows operated laptop that is installed with various software such as Android Studio, Java, My Structured Query Language (MySQL), and SQLite database, Adobe Photoshop CS6 were then utilized as the Integrated Development Environment (IDE), programming language, external, and internal storage, and designing tool respectively. All medical data and information that were included as a content of the application was reviewed and genuinely checked by medical experts. The application then undergone two evaluations before its implementation - the unit testing, and system testing. For the unit testing, all the modules were successfully met after two cycles. For the system testing, an evaluation was conducted using an evaluation form adapted from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9126. It was evaluated by a total of 30 respondents who were chosen using convenience sampling. As a result, the application obtained an outstanding mean of 4.51 having a standard deviation of 0.59. This result implies that the application complies the previously set objectives, and requirements. Keywords: Medical Application; Respiratory; Symptom Checker Assistant; Naive Bayes Algorithm
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P1-C07 Global Trend on Therapeutic Inventions in Determining Pathways for New Research and Commercialisation Harini Yaniar and Adityo Wicaksono
Center for Innovation, Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) Email:
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The enormous global market for theurapetic product has accellerate the number of inventions in this sector within past five years. Understanding global trend for theurapeutic inventions is very important for pharmaceutical industries and research institutes, in order to maintain their competitiveness and existence within the business. The trend for this can be shown using global patent database analysis and enhanced with descriptive analysis. As a result, the analysis showed that there are top 3 invention classification (in terms of quantity), which are: (1) A61K (Preparations for Medical, Dental, or Toilet Purposes), (2) A61P (Specific Therapeutic Activity of Chemical Compounds or Medical Preparations), (3) C07D (Heterocyclic Compounds). A61K as the dominant class includes devices and methods that specially adapted for bringing pharmaceutical products into particular physical. Furthermore, the top 3 patent producer in this field are US, Canada and European country. Meanwhile, the biggest applicant (company) is Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, followed by F.Hoffmann - La Roche AG and Astrazeneca AB. This result can be a guidance or pathways for research institutes to determine its research policies related therapeutic, wheter they follow the trend or go in different directions. As in Indonesia, research institutes now are trying to follow the global trend and the recent epidemic that are need to be solved. In addition, the list of top 10 -20 applicant company can be targetted for main research/invention commercialisation. Keywords: global trend, theurapeutic, invention, commercialisation.
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P1-C08 Energy Drinks Consumption and Dietary Intake Predict Obesity Among Filipino University Students Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Camille F. Alvarez1, Camille S. Ang1, Christian Karl M. Mendoza1, Marcelino Manuel D.l. Roxas1, and Diane S. Mendoza1* Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, The Philippines Email:
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Significant lifestyle changes over the last 30 years have resulted to a global epidemic of overweight and obesity. Increased consumption of drinks containing both sucrose and caffeine such as energy drinks, lead to excessive caloric intake without significant nutritional value, thus, increasing the risk for obesity. This study aims to provide additional data on the amount of sugar intakes taken solely from the consumption of energy drinks (EDs) and determine its association with increased risk of obesity. Structural equation modeling was used as the design in the study, where a total of 100 respondents were purposively included. BMI, body fat, level of knowledge of energy drinks and dietary intake were collected. Data were analyzed using partial least square. Notably, a major finding is that sugar from energy drinks accounts for 6% of total caloric intake. Knowledge on ED significantly affects its consumption which further affects sugar and caloric intake. Further, sugar was found to be predictive of obesity. Knowledge was found to be positively related to energy drink consumption. Additionally, findings suggest that energy drinks promote higher energy and sugar intake, thus replacing it with healthier alternatives may be more suitable and beneficial. Keywords: Energy Drinks, Sugar Consumption, Obesity, Dietary Intake
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P1-C09 Utilization, Nutritional and Medicinal Properties of Lingtan Wild Mushroom (Fomitopsis pinicola) in Kayapa, Nueva Vizcaya Noel C. Cardona, Jr.
Nueva Vizcaya State University-Bambang Campus, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines Email:
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This study aimed to confirm the claimed nutritional and medicinal properties of a wild mushroom, locally known as Lingtan (Fomitopsis pinicola) by the Kalanguya tribe in Barangay Binalian, Kayapa, Nueva Vizcaya. Biochemical assays such as nutritional component analysis, phytochemical screening, antibacterial tests, and cytotoxicity tests were done. The mushroom was found to contain 9.43mg in every 5g of protein, 10% of lipid in every 5g, 17.64g of fiber, 99.03% of ash, 56.86% of moisture content and total carbohydrates of 22.1129 g. Phytochemical screening revealed the presence of essential oils, triterpenes, sugars, coumarins, fatty acids, phenols and anthrones. Ethanolic extracts of both the white and brown parts of the mushroom were used in bioassays. The White Ethanolic extract (WE) actively inhibits the growth of the S. aureus but partially inhibits the growth of the E. coli and B. subtilis, while the Brown Ethanolic (BE) extract is very active in inhibiting the growth of the gram-positive bacteria, S. aureus and B. subtilis only. Cytotoxic assay using the wild Lingtan was done to determine the mortality rate of brine shrimp at various concentrations and time. In WE extract, a toxicity level results after 15 hours of incubation with LC50 value of 925.16 ppm in 1000 ppm of concentration, while in BE extract a toxicity level results after 12 hours of incubation with LC50 value of 922.03 ppm in 1000 ppm of concentration. On the other hand, in 250 ppm of concentration, exactly 50% of the brine shrimp died after 18 hours of incubation. The extract of Lingtan was found to be relatively safe on short-term exposure. Thus, this study confirms that the Lingtan mushroom has nutritional and medicinal properties. Keywords: Ethnomycology, Macrofungi
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P1-C10 Phytochemical Analysis and Antimicrobila Property of Sili-Silu (Micromelum minutum) Stem Barks and Leaf Extract Jessy C. Domingo, Petronila E. Florendo and Maritess R. Raboy University of Northern Philippines, Tamag, Vigan City Email:
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This study was conducted to determine the phytochemical constituents of sili-sili stem barks and leaves. It also determined the anti-microbial property of the plant leaf and stem bark extracts against two (2) bacteria, namely Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa and the fungus, Candida albicans. Plant samples were brought to the Botany Division, National Museum, Manila for verification. Qualitative phytochemical screening of the leaves and stem barks was conducted using the standard method of analysis and the extracts from these two parts of the plant were further subjected to antimicrobial testing at the Standards and Testing Division, Dept. of Science and Technology, Bicutan, Taguig. Results of the phytochemical analysis showed that the stem bark has traces of sterols, tripterpenes , flavonoids, saponins , glycosides and tannins and abundant with alkaloids while leaf extracts was found to contain traces of triterpenes, flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, glycosides and moderate in sterols. Results of the antimicrobial activity test showed that in terms of reactivity, the stem bark extracts were moderate on Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeuginosa, but showed no reactivity against Candida albicans. In terms of inhibitory activity, the stem bark extracts demonstrated complete inhibitory activity against the bacteria, S. aureus and P. aeruginosa and negative against the fungus, Candida albicans. On the other hand, the leaf extracts demonstrated moderate reactivity on S. aureus, mild P. aeruginosa, but negative on C. albicans. Results further showed that the leaf extracts showed partial inhibitory activity against S. aureus and complete against P. aeruginosa. No inhibitory activity was observed against C. albicans. The results showed that both the sili-sili (M. minutum) stem bark and leaf extracts have antibacterial properties which justified the traditional use of the plant in treating fever. Keywords: phytochemical screening, antimicrobial property, sili-siliâ, Micromelum minutum
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P1-C11 Biotechnological Applications of Bacterial Lipoproteins: Implications to Vaccine Development, Diagnostics and Recombinant Mass Production Antonio E. Lim, Jr.
Department of Medical Laboratory Science, St. Scholastica’s College Tacloban, Philippines Email:
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The aim of this paper is to present a personal experience in the search for bacterial lipoproteins using molecular and immunological techniques as well as give an update of some bacterial lipoprotein genes that have been cloned and sequenced. These proteins are antigenic and have been demonstrated to possess a great potential in the development of vaccines against the corresponding bacterial pathogens. Likewise, vaccines against other pathogens can be developed using bacterial lipoproteins as molecular adjuvants and vehicles for antigen delivery. Other promising areas include the development of rapid diagnostic tests by exploiting the antigenicity of these proteins expressed in whole bacterial cells or as cellular component, the production of polyclonal and monoclonal antibodies against their reactive epitopes, and detecting their genes using molecular techniques. Because of the increasing interest in the mass production of these proteins, various techniques are being used. The most exciting among these techniques is the expression of recombinant bacterial lipoproteins in plants. In conclusion, bacterial lipoproteins offer a lot of biotechnological opportunities that can be undertaken especially for the benefit of human health. Keywords: bacterial lipoproteins, biotechnology, diagnostics, vaccine development
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P1-C12 Recent Tendency of Accidents by Old and Middle Age Worker in Construction Industry Hiroshi Torihama and Takehiro Tanaka Toyo University, Japan Email:
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This is the study on safety and quality improvement technique for construction and maintenance of building facilities. In this paper, the tendency of accidents in building facilities for the past ten years and the occurrence condition of fatalities disaster by old & middle age worker in construction in Japan is summarized. Finally the countermeasures for old & middle age worker are proposed. Few researches and studies have been conducted in such fields as safety activities, trainings/exercises, danger/risk prevention measures and analysis/ evaluation methods for building facilities or the current state of safety/danger in building facilities is not fully comprehended either. Under these circumstances, the purpose of this study is to examine safety and quality improvement technique for construction and maintenance of building facilities. Keywords: Accident, old & middle age worker,building facilities, risk,Japan
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P1-C13 Core Competencies of the Nursing Units of Hospitals Affiliated with Visayas State University, Baybay Leyte Ana Asumpta N. Perez
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Nurses, particularly those in the district hospitals, Have not attended nor have been exposed to continuing education programs and professional related trainings and education since their employment, thus their knowledge and skills are not updated and this may affect the manner in which they perform their nursing functions to their patients. It utilized the descriptive method combining survey with interview and focus group discussion. The Nursing Units of the different hospitals vary in their core competencies, hospitals need to improve. Most of the core competencies were generally observed except for Communication, Health Education, and Research. Seven out of eleven core competencies were observed as having no significant difference when viewed according to the different hospitals, however, four were considered to have significant differences like Health Education, Legal Responsibility, Ethico-Moral Responsibility and Research. Some of the Staff Nurses and supervisors of the nursing units of the Hospitals lack the competency requirement set by the Board of Nursing. Keywords: Core competencies; Nursing units; continuing education; health education; legal-ethico moral; research
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P1-C14 Antibacterial Effect of Lipang Aso (Laportea interrupta) Leaves Extract Against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa Joyce Ann C. Luay, Dianne S. Macalalad, Joyce Anne S. Ordoña, Maria Evans Claud B. Sanders, Marjune Anthony T. Semilla and Allysha Fabienne P. Vidamo
Faculty of Medical Laboratory Science, School of Health Science Professions , St.Dominic College of Asia, Philippines Email:
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The present study aimed to evaluate the antibacterial effect of Lipangaso (Laportea interrupta) against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Antibacterial agents present in the leaves of Lipangaso were extracted using maceration process. 40,60 and 80 g plant sample were soaked in 100ml of 95% ethanol, separately. Solvents were then removed using rotary evaporator and phytochemical analysis was done qualitatively after. Presence of saponins, tannins and terpenoids was detected.The inoculum was prepared from pure cultures and were standardized using 0.5 Mcfarland solution. Agar disk diffusion method was used to assess the antibacterial effect of Lipangaso (Laportea interrupta) leaves extract against the two bacteria. 10µg of gentamicin and 30µg of amikacin were used as positive control for S. aureus and P. aeruginosa, respectively, while ethanol served as the negative control for both of the test organisms.Three concentrations of the leaves extract (40,60 and 80) were used. It was concluded that Lipangaso exhibits antibacterial activity on both test organisms, in all concentrations used. Keywords: Antibacterial; Laportea interrupta; tannins; terpenoids; Pseudomonas aeruginosa; Staphylococcus aureus
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P1-C15 Determination of the Anesthetic Property of Anacardium occidentale Linn. (Cashew) extract as Topical Anesthetic Ava Marie Z. Duran
St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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Pain is a natural phenomenon. It is a complex concept, difficult to define and to understand. Operations, many of which produces pain and are common occurrences in health care today as a means of providing diagnostic information, treatment, or palliation. Any procedure causing actual or potential tissue damage has the potential to cause pain. Therefore, potentially painful procedures can range from simple procedures, such as venipunctures or dressing changes, to more invasive procedures, such as lumbar punctures, or biopsies, and can occur in a variety of settings, from the hospital or same day surgery center to an ambulatory clinic, physician/ dentist clinic, or home care environment. Regardless of the procedure or setting, if pain is not anticipated and prevented or treated appropriately, patients may experience numerous harmful effects and pain levels may be higher with subsequent procedures. This study focused on the determination of the local anesthetic property of oil extracts from the nutshell of Anacardium occidentale Linn. (Cashew) based on its folkloric used. Furthermore, the oil extract was successfully attested under the concentration of 15% in single blind test, against EMLA as the standard control and NSS as the negative control. Therefore, the oil extract of Anacardium occidentale Linn. possessed a local anesthetic effect. Thirty healthy volunteers from 2nd year to 4th year pharmacy students of St. Dominic College of Asia was included in criteria for this study. The exclusion criteria of this study was the assessment of allergic history of nuts and other skin diseases. Keywords: Anacardium occidentale; local anesthetic property; single blind test; EMLA; concentration
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P1-C16 Emerging Medical Invention for Inclusive Development Diah Anggraeni Jatraningrum and Adityo Wicaksono Center for Innovation, Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) Email:
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Nowadays, it is rare to find medical invention that non-commercially diffused into society as an inclusive utilization. Medical equipment and pharmaceutical industries as main stakeholder in this sector has earned billions of dollar revenue for medical invention commercialization. On the other hand, poor people in the third world countries have difficulties in compensating latest medicines or medical treatments. Moreover, social security system in these countries does not work properly to cover such a thing. This is why inclusive development for recent medical invention is crucial to overcome the increasing number of epidemic and disease in the third world countries. Statistic showed that certain diseases such as Pneumonia and Diarrhea is still being a major cause of deaths among children aged under five years. Meanwhile, stroke, ischaemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus are top causes of death for adult. To be able to get a comprehensive perspective about emerging medical invention, this study uses international patent database analysis (2013-2017 datas). As a result, the top 3 of medical invention classification consist of: A61B, A61M, and G06F. The main applicant (company) of these inventions are: Olympus Corporation, Toshiba Medical Systems Corporation, and Terumo Kabushiki Kaisha. Furthermore, there are 14,136 patents related to Pneumonia and Diarrhea, also 16,765 patents related to stroke, ischaemic heart disease and diabetes mellitus. The inventions that likely able to utilized in an inclusive development are come from government research institutes and universities. There are 172 patents that have high possibility to be implemented in this. Keywords: medical; inclusive; development; invention
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P1-C17 Bioactive Compounds and Cytotoxicity of Methanolic Extract from Broussonetia luzonica (Moraceae) Blanco Leaves against Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HepG2) Cell Lines and Its Formulated Oral Solution Franelyne P. Casuga1, Agnes L. Castillo1,2 and Mary Jho-Anne T. Corpuz1,2 Faculty of Pharmacy, 2Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences University of Santo Tomas, España Blvd., Manila, 1015, Philippines Email:
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Chemical compounds present in plants are potential sources of new drugs. Other species of Broussonetia possess pharmacologic activities. To date, there are no published scientific evidence proving cancer therapeutic potential of Broussonetia luzonica Blanco (Moraceae). The study aims to investigate composition and cytotoxicity of methanolic extract compared to different extracts from B. luzonica leaves and to formulate oral solution using methanolic extract as active ingredient. Powdered air dried leaves were subjected to sequential extraction using three solvents of increasing polarity, namely: n-hexane, ethyl acetate and methanol to obtain three different extracts. Composition were determined using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry. Their cytotoxicity against hepatocellular carcinoma (HepG2) cell line was evaluated using 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol2yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay. The major compounds present in the methanolic extract are lupeol (21.973%), triatriacontane (16.67%) and -sitosterol (14.754%). MTT assay revealed that compared to positive control (Doxorubicin) with IC50 of 5.068µg/mL, methanol and ethyl acetate extracts exhibited greater cytotoxic effect against HepG2 with IC50 of 1.865 µg/mL and 1.119 µg/mL, respectively. Differential scanning calorimetry was used to determine compatibility of methanolic extract with carboxymethylcellulose, propyl paraben, methyl paraben, sodium phosphate and ethyl alcohol. Results of the study showed that methanolic extract of B. luzonica leaves manifested more potent cytotoxicity against the cancer cells than positive control (Doxorubicin) indicating promising chemotherapeutic potential of the plant because of the presence of bioactive compounds. The extract is compatible with some excipients in preparing an oral solution. Keywords: HepG2, DSC, MTT Assay, GC-MS, Oral Solution, Cancer
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P1-C18 Cytotoxic and Antioxidant Activity of Brown Algae Dictyota dichotoma Ethanolic Extract Don Carlo R. Batara and Andres Y. Tungpalan Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines Email:
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Background: Recently, much attention have been paid off to brown algae because the biologically active compounds present in it, many of which have commercial applications in pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetic, nutraceutical, food and agricultural industries. This study investigates the cytotoxic and in-vivo antioxidant potential of ethanolic extract derived from brown algae Dictyota dichotoma. The cytotoxic effect of the extract was investigated using Allium cepa assay while its antioxidant potential was evaluated using different invitro assays (DPPH-radical scavenging, pospho-molybdenum, lipid peroxidation). Cytotoxic analysis revealed that different extract concentrations has an inhibitory effect on root growth rate and considerably decreases the mitotic index. The decrease in mitotic index and root growth rate are concentration dependent and are statistically significant (P<0.05). Changes in the root morphology (color, form and turgescence), alterations of the interphasic nuclei and chromosomal abnormalities in the metaphase and anaphase stage were observed in all extract concentrations. Result of the antioxidant assays showed that the extract has antioxidant potential. The antioxidant mechanisms of seaweed extract may be attributed to their free radical scavenging ability. Result shows that extracts scavenge these free radicals in a concentration dependent manner. The presence of diterpenes and phenolic compounds in the extract appeared to be responsible for its cytotoxic and antioxidant potential. The present results revealed that D. dichotoma have cytotoxic and antioxidant potential. Thus, further investigations are needed to elucidate its active principle. Keywords: Dictyota dichotoma; cytotoxicity; antioxidant;
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P1-C19 Antimicrobial Agent Potential of the Leaf Extract of Three Bamboo spp. on Four Microorganisms Maritess R. Raboy, Petronila E. Florendo and Jessy C. Domingo University of Northern Philippines Email:
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This study determined the potential of three species of bamboo, Schizostachyum diffusum (Blanco) Merr., Bambusa spinosa, and Bambusa sp.1. Old folks in the province of Ilocos Sur, Philippines that practice folkloric medicine use their leaves in poultice form to cure skin infections and wounds. To alleviate the people from everincreasing prices of synthetically and commercially produced medicines, the country’s Department of Health in the Philippines is giving great importance to the use of alternative medicines. The leaf extract of Schizostachyum diffusum, Bambusa spinosa, and Bambusa sp. 1 was submitted to the Standards and Testing Division, Industrial Technology Development Institute, Department of Science and Technology, Bicutan, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines for the determination of their phytochemicals and antimicrobial agent potential to Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Candida albicans. Sterols, alkaloids, triterpenes, saponins, and glycosides were positive to be present in the leaves. All the three species have complete inhibitory activity on Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli and none on Candida albicans. Bambusa sp. 1 is the only one that has complete inhibitory activity on Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The three bamboo species studied have promising potential as an alternative source of antibiotics for traditional herbal or folkloric medicine practice. Keywords: Alternative herbal medicine; Schizostachyum diffusum; Bambusa spinosa; Bambusa sp.1; Ilocos Sur, Philippines
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P1-C20 Determination of the Anti-Diarrheal Property of Kalachuchi (Plumeria acuminata Fam. Apocynaceae) Leave Extract in Albino Rats Krista A. Tumamao, Ma. Carey R. Martinez, Alyssa G. Cipriano and Desie Joy A. Agana School of Pharmacy, St. Dominica College of Asia, Philippines Email:
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Diarrhea is the fifth leading cause of death (after pneumonia) among children less than five years old worldwide. A laxative is a food, compound, or medication which when consumed either induced bowel movements or loosens the stool. Laxative contain chemicals that helped increased stool motility, bulk and frequency thus relieving temporary constipation. The present study was performed to support the traditional claim of the antidiarrheal property of the leaves extract of Kalachuchi (Plumeria acuminata) in albino rats. The extracts was initially tested for its effect in castor oil-induced diarrhea at different doses (100, 200 and 400 mg/kg). Using Kruskal-Wallis test, there are significant differences in the average number of droppings across the different treatments and controls (H=13.094, p=0.011). Specifically, the average number of droppings of rats in the negative control is significantly higher than the average droppings of those from the 400 mg group (Z=8.833, p=0.012) and the positive control (Z=8.833, p=0.012). The methanolic extract of Plumeria acuminata showed a significance antidiarrheal activity at dose of 400 mg/kg weight as compared to the standard drug Loperamide (2 mg/kg-body weight). The same results can be concluded using the analysis of variance (ANOVA) F test, i.e. there are significant differences in the average number of droppings across the different treatment and controls (F=9.715, p=0.002). Keywords: Plumeria acuminata; Kalachuchi; diarrhea; laxative; castor-oil induced; Methanolic extract; Albino rats; Loperamide
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P1-C21 Evaluation of the Pediculicidal Activity of Ethanolic Extract from the Leaves of Sambong Blumea balsamifera L. DC. (Asteraceae) Kimberly A. Espinosa, Nerie Ann P. Goña, Glaychelle D. Gutierrez, Jamaica Joice M. Sambile and Charlene A. Vergara St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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One of the most common problem in the Philippines and even around the world is Pediculosis. It is a head infestation caused by hematophagous lice Pediculus humanus capitis. This infestation is common among school children, it is easily transferred and very difficult to control. Basic treatment for head lice is manual removal and repeated use of topical insecticides such as pyrethrins, permethrin and lindane. The aim of this study was to prove that the Sambong (Blumea balsamifera L. DC. Asteraceae have pediculicidal property. The ethanolic extract was obtained by percolation method. Phytochemical screening of the extract of the leaves revealed the presence of flavonoids, alkaloids, saponins, tannins and terpenes. A total of one hundred fifty head lice were taken to determine which concentration of the extracts was most effective as a pediculicide, The lice were distributed into petri dishes, and were treated with the ethanolic extract, Permethrin as positive control while ethanol and water as a negative controls. The lice were observed and the time of death was noted. The ethanolic extract containing 100% sambong extract elicited the best pediculicidal property. Improvement of the formulation or preparation of more appropriate dosage form and continuation of safety tests can be considered as recommendations for future studies. Keywords: Pediculus humanus capitis, Blumea balsamifera L. DC. Asteraceae, pediculicidal property, percolation method, phytochemical screening.
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P1-C22 Validation and Preformulation of Antibacterial Topical Cream from Oyster Mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus Pleurotaceae) against Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermides and Streptococcus pyogenes Rachelle Ann F. Nombrado, Kathlyn Joy C. Atangan, Maria Nechia B. Fedoc, Shaira A. Ricarte and Matthew Reuben B. Aronce St Dominic College of Asia, Philippines Email:
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Skin infections vary greatly in symptoms and severity that can lead to life-threatening which causes bacteria. This study was based on screening for antibacterial activity of the methanolic extract and cream formulation of Pleurotus ostreatus against Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermides and Streptococcus pyogenes. Pleurotus mycelium crude extracts have a strong inhibiting and other beneficial or therapeutic health effect. The plant indicates the presence of carbohydrates, proteins, amino acids, alkaloids, terpenoids, quinones and flavonoids. The presence of these constituents is related to the antibacterial activity of the plant. Since many of the antibacterial products manufactured were in the form of ointments, the researchers preformulated an antibacterial topical cream using Pleurotus ostreatus crude extract. Rotary evaporation were used as a method of extraction. Disk diffusion method in Mueller-Hinton agar was used to determine the antibacterial activity of the plant in given bacteria. Zone of inhibition of the extract were compared to the positive standard Fucidin cream. This study used one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) for statistical analysis to determine whether there were any significant differences between the means of three independent groups. Keywords: Antibacterial cream; Crude extract; Rotary evaporation; Mueller-Hinton; Disk diffusion; Zone of inhibition
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P1-C23 The Potentials of Areca Nut (Areca catechu L.) Extract as Counterstain in Gram Staining Reaction Maria Vanessa U. Bongon, Mary Angel P. Casica, Joan Alyssa M. Magcamit, Jolene Mari G. Miguel and Andrie Marie E. Mondano St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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The present study aimed to evaluate the potential of Areca nut (Areca catechu L.) extract as counterstain in gram staining reaction. Areca nut extract was extracted using Soxhlet extraction in a fixed room temperature for about 24 hours with a 95% ethanol as a solvent. Solvents were then removed using rotary evaporator and phytochemical analysis was done qualitatively after. Presence of and phlobatannins was detected. Remnant ethanol in the extract was removed by placing the extract in porcelain dishes in the oven at 80°C for 15 hours until the weight remained constant. Two different solutions of ethanolic extracts were prepared by dissolving 1.25 g of the extract in 50 ml distilled water .One of the solution was oxidized with potassium permanganate and the other one was oxidized with hydrogen peroxide. Each oxidized solutions were used as stained into three different trials in a slide smeared with Escherichia coli. Each slide was graded by ten independent observers and it was suggested that Areca nut extract ripened with oxidant stains bacteria with brownish red color. It was concluded that Areca nut extract oxidized with potassium permanganate and hydrogen peroxide exhibits potential as counterstain in gram staining procedure. Keywords: Counterstain; Areca nut (Areca catechu L.); tannins; phlobatannins; Soxhlet extraction; Escherichia coli; gram staining; phytochemical analysis
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P1-C24 The Schistosomiasis Problem in the Philippines as of 2015 Bayani L. Blas, Agripino B. Limpiado, Jr. and Agnes N. Cuayzon, Remedios Trinidad Romuladez Medical Foundation, Philippines Email:
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Schistosomiasis japonica was first discovered in the Philippines way back in 1906 by Dr. Paul Wooley an American Doctor in a patient at a prison cell in Manila, and the snail immediately host by Dr. Marcos Tobangui in Gacao, Palo, Leyte. Surveys showed that this disease is widely distributed in Leyte, Samar Provinces, Mindanao and some parts of Luzon. Prior to 1980, no drug has been discovered so control measures were mail snail control and environmental sanitation. Problems were encountered with snail control, but with the discovery of Praziguantel, a specific drug for Schistosomiasis japonicum infection, the thrust of the control program shifted from snail control to treatment of cases that resulted in the dropped prevalence from about 8% in 1980 to 4.1% in 1986. From the 1997 to 2015, mass drug administration was carried out. Problems of mass drug administration coverage and indicators were encountered together with environmental sanitation and personnel to carry out schistosomiasis control program. Feasible recommendations will be necessary. Keywords: Schistosomiasis, Snail Host, Problems, Treatment, Indicators, Personnel
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P1-C25 Comparative Studies on In Vitro Coagulating Ability of Five Common Household Vegetables Extracts Bea Nicole C. Reyes, Nerizza Chavez, Asniyah T. Latip, Yun Sean V. Parin and Ma. Judith L. Rueda Email:
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This research was centered to compare the in vitro coagulating ability of five common household vegetables extract. The chosen five common household vegetables are: Broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica), Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata), Green Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), Okra or Lady Finger (Abelmoschus esculentus) and Water Spinach (Ipomoea aquatica). Coagulant is a substance that causes blood or another liquid to coagulate. Calcium is known to be Factor IV in coagulation cascade. The five common household vegetables are said to have wound healing effect. In this research, extract from five common vegetables will be compared based on their clotting time. Blood samples were collected from ten healthy individuals through venipuncture and were added to the prepared vegetable extract concentrations at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% and standard control. The vegetable extract was obtained through maceration and ethanol which is the chosen solvent was removed through the process of rotary evaporation. Clotting time was used to measure the coagulant activity of the vegetables combined with the blood samples. All the data gathered for this study were tabulated and interpreted statistically through the help of a statistician. The results of the data showed a significance difference with the vegetable extracts along with the standard control. Keywords: In Vitro; Brassica oleracea var. italic; Brassica oleracea var. capitata; Phaseolus vulgaris; Abelmoschus esculentus; Ipomoea aquatica; Coagulant; Calcium; Clotting time; Maceration
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P1-C26 Assessment of the Antioxidant and Hypolipidemic Acitivity of Artocarpus ovatus Blanco (Moraceae) leaf extract Joseph Mari B. Querequincia1,2, Marina O. Osi2, Sandra C. Sy3, and Kay Ann J. Tongol4
Pharmacy Department, San Pedro College, Davao city, Philippines, 8000 The Graduate School; 3Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Santo Tomas España Boulevard, Manila, Philippines, 1015 4 Pharmacy Department, College of Nursing and Allied Medical Sciences, Wesleyan University Philippines, Cabanatuan city, Philippines Email:
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Artocarpus ovatus Blanco is an endemic plant species in the Philippines. This study evaluated the hypolipidemic activity of the A. ovatus ethanolic leaf extract (AOEE) in Sprague Dawley rats and its acute oral toxicity. The crude plant extract and its semi-crude extracts were screened for the presence of secondary metabolites. The in vitro antioxidant activity of the extracts was determined using DPPH, hydrogen peroxide and nitric oxide radical scavenging assays. The ethanolic leaf extract of A. ovatus was obtained through percolation. It was partitioned with hexane, dichloromethane and n-butanol. Phytochemical screening detected the presence of secondary metabolites such as anthraquinones, flavonoids, and terpenes in the ethanolic extract and dichloromethane extract. The AOEE and its semi-crude extracts were negative for alkaloids and saponins. In the in vitro antioxidant assays, the ethanolic extract demonstrated a significant DPPH (IC50 = 0.078 mg/mL), nitric oxide (IC50 = 0.098 mg/mL) and hydrogen peroxide (IC50 = 0.045 mg/mL) scavenging activities. The ethanolic leaf extract of A. ovatus was subjected to acute oral toxicity testing based on OECD 425 main test guidelines and was found to be non-toxic up to 2000 mg/kg BW. AOEE treated rats at doses of 200, 400 and 600 mg/kg showed time dependent reduction of serum levels of total cholesterol, triglycerides and low density lipoproteins after 14 days of oral administration (p < 0.05). High density lipoproteins concentration improved after the treatment period. High levels of catalase enzyme and unremarkable degree of lipid peroxidation were detected in the extract-treated rats. Keywords: Artocarpus ovatus Blanco; Antioxidant; Acute Oral Toxicity; Hypolipidemic; Cholesterol; Lipid Peroxidation
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STRAND 4: One Health: Connecting Human, Animal, and Ecosystems Health
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P1-D01 Ecotoxicological and Histopathological Analysis of Juvenile Oreochromis niloticus Exposed to Municipal Wastewater Vince Jethro B. Alba, Maria Aileen Leah G. Guzman and Emilyn Q. Espiritu
Department of Environmental Science, Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City Philippines Email:
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Urbanization in developing countries has caused several health and environmental problems and among these is the generation of large volumes of domestic wastewater (wastewater from households) through our daily activities such as bathing, laundry, and the like. Domestic wastewater is considered the main contributor of both biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) pollution and groundwater contamination from bacteria, and is responsible for a bulk of organic waste with suspended solids and coliforms found in water; however, if treated, domestic wastewater can become a valuable alternative water source. Thus, this study aims to determine the viability of wastewater effluent to be used in urban aquaculture and other non-potable purposes through an acute ecotoxicological and histopathological analysis using O. niloticus (Nile tilapia) as a test organism. This was done by exposing juvenile Nile tilapia to varying concentrations of the effluent for 96-hours. After this period, samples of surviving fish’s liver were harvested and preserved for histopathological analyses to determine sublethal effects due to exposure to the toxicant. Initial results of this study show a dose-response relationship with fish mortality increasing with increasing toxicant concentration. It is expected that the LC50 will fall within the concentration range of 700,000 ppm to pure or 100 percent treated domestic wastewater, which shows its viability to augment fresh water demands in urban communities. Specifically, treated domestic wastewater is capable of supporting juvenile Nile Tilapia survival as long as the concentration of the toxicant used is below 700,000 ppm or 70%. Keywords: wastewater; toxicity; Oreochromis niloticus
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P1-D02 Pesticide Residue Assessment in Human Blood (Organophosphate-OP and Carbamate-CM) using Cholinesterase Reactive Paper Julito C. Aligaen
Iloilo Science and Technology University, Leon Campus, Iloilo, Philippines Email:
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The rising concern on health related issues brought in by consuming foods exposed to the different level of toxicity known as pesticides that are commonly used in growing food crops to control pests as it is claimed. The particularly high risk of exposure to hazardous chemicals associated with the use of pesticides in agriculture such as organophosphorus (OP) and carbamates(CM) pesticides, which are the most widely and commonly, used insecticides worldwide. There are several kinds of literature that claimed that chronic exposure to these compounds may have adverse effects on health which lead to serious illnesses and even cancerous disease. An assessment of organophosphate and carbamate in the human blood was planned and initiated by just using the reactive cholinesterase paper to determine the level of traces of these chemicals through the four level of a category such as normal, risk, safe and unsafe. There were 2 groups of samples; one from the high-risk areas and the other considered as no risk areas. There were 3 groups of participants being considered such as parents (farmer and non-farmer), teachers and students in the high-risk areas such as farming and consuming community and only consuming community. The results suggest that contamination of toxic pesticides is already within the food chain since both from the high-risk area and no- risk area blood samples showed traces of OP and CM. Keywords: Pesticide toxicity, pests, and pesticides, chronic exposure, reactive cholinesterase paper
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P1-D03 The Indigenous Food Plants of Ilocos Norte: Ethnobotanical Survey and Habitat Characterization Menisa A. Antonio1, Rodel T. Utrera1, Epifania O. Agustin2 and Araceli J. Badar1 Research Directorate, 2College of Agriculture, Food and Sustainable Development Mariano Marcos State University, Iloco Norte, Philippines Email:
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Many upland and remote communities in Ilocos Norte depend on indigenous plant species for subsistence and survival. There has been no documentation done yet on the species and their habitats, and no known formal initiative in the province that conserves or protects this part of agro-biodiversity. Thus, the project documented and characterized the IFPs and their habitats in Ilocos Norte.
The survey followed a key informant interview with 133 informants from 7 towns. Prior-Informed Consent (PIC) certificates were secured from the local government units. The habitats were characterized in terms of geomorphology, vegetation, climatic condition, soil characteristics, and existing land use classification of the areas. A total of 46 IFPs representing 27 plant families were identified. Majority of them are wild species; the others are landraces or native varieties of cultivated crops. Ethnobotanical data indicate that the identified IFPs have become an integral part of the people’s daily diet, provide folkloric medicinal uses, and supplement household income in the study sites. Geomorphic and soil characteristics influenced the diversity of the identified IFPs. Some IFPs showed specific elevation, temperature and soil moisture requirements. Many of them, however, showed adaptability to a wide range of geomorphic and soil conditions. There exists a diversity of IFPs in the project sites. Biophysical and soil factors influence the diversity of the species. To prevent further genetic erosion and consequently protect the IFPs from extinction, collaborative efforts and interventions among various stakeholders should be instituted and strengthened. Keywords: Indigenous food plants, ethnobotany, habitat characterization
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P1-D04 Influence of Cooking Antibiotic Residues in Broiler Meat Maria Regina C. Cabañez, Rosalina R. Atos, Omar Bonifacio B. Jacinto, Emgie D. Biera School of Veterinary Medicine, Aklan State University, Banga, Aklan, Philippines Email:
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Influence of cooking on selected antibiotic residues in the meat of broiler chickens was conducted. Forty eight (48) heads of day-old chicks were supplemented with preventive level of three types of antibiotic supplements: amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin and doxycycline. All experimental broilers were fed with commercial feeds. The results showed that there was no antibiotic residue detected from tissue samples from broilers fed with commercial feeds without any antibiotic supplementation. Broiler chickens supplemented with different antibiotics exhibited various levels of antibiotic residues in uncooked livers and uncooked breast muscle tissues. However, such residues are partially degraded by frying and completely destroyed by boiling. Moreover, antibiotic residues in liver tissues of experimental animals are considerably higher than in breast muscle tissues. Keywords: Antibiotic residue, Broiler meat, Frying, Boiling
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P1-D05 The Indicator of Heavy Metals Content in Hard Clam (Bivalvia) Common in Myeik Estuarine Areas Aung Aung Aye and Nang Mya Han
Department of Marine Science, Myeik University, Myanmar Email:
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Hard clam (Bivalvia) is commonly available, popular and most consumed seafood in Myeik region. It is available throughout the year and consumes by making various preparations. It can also be used as a biomonitor to indicate pollution caused by heavy metals. During 2015 January to December observation Myeik coastal areas (latitude 12° 44° N and longitude 098° E), based on Atomic Absorption Spectroscopic spectral results (AAS), the concentrations of some elements like cadmium (Cd) composition, January (0.113 ppm), February (0.113 ppm), March (0.108 ppm), April (0.110 ppm), May (0.108 ppm), June (0.118 ppm), July (0.108 ppm), August (0.114 ppm), September (0.116 ppm), October (0.123 ppm), November (0.110 ppm), and December (0.121 ppm) and zinc (Zn) composition, January (0.738 ppm), February (0.594 ppm), March (0.561 ppm), April (0.619 ppm), May (0.538 ppm), June (0.497 ppm), July (0.495 ppm), August (0.515 ppm), September (0.509 ppm), October (0.455 ppm), November (0.373 ppm), and December (0.453 ppm) were determined in hard clam. Lead (Pb) composition in hard clam was not detected in the present study. The amount of cadmium (Cd) content in this area is occurred under the level of dangerous, the flesh of hard clam is safety to consume as a good food. Keywords: AAS, hard clam, heavy metals
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P1-D06 Infodemiology of Rabies in the Philippines using Google Trends DJ Darwin R. Bandoy
College of Veterinary Medicine, University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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Rabies is a fatal zoonotic disease with an estimated annual human mortality of 30,000-50,000 globally. The Philippines targets to eradicate this disease after the successful eradication of the Foot and Mouth Disease in pigs. In this paper, online rabies information searches were reviewed using data aggregates from Google Trends. Online searches reveal health and disease-related material seeking behavior of Philippine internet users with regards to rabies and presents a cost effective way of accessing basic knowledge, information gaps and user interest. The rabies information search pattern gathered can be then used to guide the design of programs and intervention that is appropriate to the needs of the online user. Keywords: rabies, one health, Google trends, infodemiology
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P1-D07 Fermented Feeds with Commercial Probiotic Preparation on Growth Performance, Meat Quality and Economic Viability of Pigs Verma V. Manuel, Lordy R. Pagatpatan, Sinamar E. Estudillo, Ma. Asuncion G. Beltran Tarlac Agricultural University, Philippines Email:
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This study was conducted to determine the effects of fermented feeds with commercial probiotic preparations (Fedgrozyme® and Biolyte®) on growth performance, meat quality and economic viability of pigs. A total of thirty (30) grower pigs aging 60-65 days, regardless of sex and weight, were randomly distributed to two treatments with three replications in each treatment. Treatment 1 (control) was given pure commercial feeds, while Treatment 2 was given commercial feeds fermented with Fedgrozyme® and Biolyte®. The experimental pigs were uniformly fed. Data on production performance, backfat thickness, meat organoleptic tests and economics of production were gathered. T-test showed gain in weight has significant difference (P0.05) between treatments, while final weight, average daily gain, and feed consumed ratio are unaffected. The backfat thickness of each replicate was gathered at the three sites of the pig shoulder, midback and loin. T-test showed that the shoulder and loin has no significant differences while the midback has significant differences. Organoleptic tests on meat were evaluated on color of meat, color of fat, meat fiber and odor of meat using Hedonic Scale. Results showed that pork meat samples from both treatments are wholesome, unadulterated, and acceptable and passed as fit for human consumption. The T-test showed that the organoleptic result for color of meat, color of fat, meat fiber and odor of meat has no significant differences between the two treatments. The use of fermented feeds with probiotics was found more profitable, with return of investment of 3.73% for live weight and 77.83% for dressed weight, compared to ROI of 2.47% in live weight and 75.67% in dressed weight for the control group. Keywords: Fermented feeds; economics; meat quality; probiotics
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P1-D08 Screening of Choramphenicol and Tetracycline Residues in Poultry Tissues Sold in Bacoor Brian Keith R. Bernal, Arabelle Dorothy V. Teodoro, Levie Anne F. Gumaru, Jocel O. Paderan and Mary Marily Y. Mercado Saint Dominic College of Asia, Philippines Email:
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Bacterial and chemical contamination of foods may happen at any stage of food production and may have lethal consequences for consumers caught unaware. Antibiotic residues in foods of animal origin are one of the sources of concern among the public and medical health professionals. Each chicken tissue sample undergo to screening test with Thin Layer Chromatography(TLC) for 3 trials and to confirm the result,all the chicken tissue sample also run to the confirmatory test using High performance Liquid Cinematography(HPLC). Based on the results of the study, the screening test used, Thin Layer Chromatography, turned out to be positive for chloramphenicol for both sample and location and was further confirmed using a larger volume by increasing the concentration of the spots. On the other hand, in the confirmatory test used, which was the UltraPerformance Liquid Chromatography, the antibiotic residues were not detected. This may be due to the fact that the concentration used was lower than that of the screening test. Moreover, it might be possible that if a higher concentration was used in the confirmatory test, the chloramphenicol which was positive for the screening test, could share the same results or can be detected. Keywords: antibiotic residue, poultry tissues, Thin Layer Chromatography, Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography
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P1-D09 Nursery Rearing of Black Lip Pearl Oyster Pinctada margaritifera Fed with Different Micro-algal Species Jesus E. Bream1, Redentor D. Diaz2, Roger G. Dolorosa3
Palawan Council for Sustainable Development Krisjewels Pearl Oyster Culture and Hatchery Inc., Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Philippines 3 College of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, Western Philippines University-Puerto Princesa Campus, Palawan, Philippines Email:
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In spite of its long history in the Philippines, the pearl oyster farming industry has remained elusive among the country’s small scale farmers. To promote the backyard production of pearl oysters in Palawan, this study aimed to simplify the hatchery protocols by reducing the number of species of micro-algal food used in larvae and spat rearing of black lip pearl oyster Pinctada margaritifera. The experiment was carried out in four treatments which were triplicated. The pearl oyster larvae raised in 12 (185- L capacity) plastic drums at initial density of about 360,000 larvae/drum were fed with either 1,2,3 or 4 species (Treatments) of microalgae (Isochrysis galvana, Chaetocerus calcitrans, Tetraselmis batan and Chaetocerus spp.). Growth and survival rates were monitored on the 31st, 35th and 45th days after hatching. The average shell lengths among four treatments on the 2nd and 45th days after hatching ranged between 84 µm and 89 µm, and 1,223 µm and 1,294 µm respectively. Differences in growths were statistically significant on the 31st and 35th but not on the 45th day after hatching. The survival rates after 45 days ranged between 0.02 and 0.11%, and were not significantly different among treatments (p>0.05). The use of fewer numbers of species of micro-algae as food did not significantly affect the growth and survival of pearl oyster larvae/juveniles, hence can help reduce production cost. Follow-up grow-out study is under verification. Keywords: micro-algae;growth rates;survival rates
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P1-D10 Philippine Spent Coffee Grounds as a Functional Ingredient in Cappuccino Cookies Candace Paula C.S. Chua, Marie Chrislyn F. Que, Anna Katrina L. Nunez, Chanelle D. Caw, Rogelio G. Kalalo and Athena V. Rabara Department of Food Technology, College of Education, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines Email:
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Spent coffee grounds (SCG) from different geographical origins in the Philippines namely Batangas, Benguet, Sagada, Mt. Apo, Kitanglad and Matutum were investigated for total phenolic content (TPC) by Folin Ciocalteu method and antioxidant activity (AA) by FRAP and DPPH assays. Highest TPC (37.53 mg GAE/g) and AA (FRAP = 204.85 µmol TE/g; DPPH = 126.87 µmol TE/g) were observed in Batangas SCG. Further analysis was performed on Batangas SCG to study its potential as a functional ingredient. Total dietary fiber (TDF) content was found to be 64.70%. SCG can be used as a partial substitute for flour in cookies up to 7.8% in order to significantly increase TDF, TPC and AA. Keywords: spent coffee grounds; antioxidant activity; phenolics; total dietary fiber
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P1-D11 Radical Scavenging Activity and Antimicrobial Efficiency of Ethanolic Extract of Bignay (Antidesma bunius (L.) Spreng.) in Meatloaf Joshua Miguel M. Cruz, Demetrio Romeo K. Dela Cruz, Paulo M. Espiritu, Alyssa Marie S. Caindec, Patricia Andrea R. Guadines, Patricia Karen Gail M. Rivera, Department of Food Technology, College of Education, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines Email:
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Antidesma bunius (L.) Spreng, locally known as bignay, is an underutilized fruit in the Philippines. Bignay fruits are rich in nutritional components such as carbohydrates, organic acids, proteins, minerals, vitamins, anthocyanins, flavonoids and phenolic acids. The study aims to determine the effectivity of bignay extract as a natural preservative in meatloaf. Ethanolic extract of ripe purple bignay contains 101.75 mg GAE/100 g, 79.28 mg CEQ/100g and 117.37 mg CYG equivalents/100g determined using Folin-Cioccalteu, aluminum chloride colorimetry and pH differential assay, respectively. DPPH and FRAP assays showed antioxidant activity of 618.55 and 500.14 µmol TE/100 g, respectively. Bignay extract was effective in inhibiting the growth of Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis and Candida albicans but not Aspergillus niger. Sensory attributes, specifically color and taste, were significantly affected. The study suggests that bignay extract is a potential natural preservative in meat loaf. Keywords: antioxidant; phenolic; bignay; Antidesma bunius; meatloaf
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P1-D12 Study on Risk and New WBGT Estimation of Accident by Heatstroke in Construction Industry of Japan Hiroyuki Wariishi and Takehiro Tanaka Toyo University, Japan Email:
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This is the study on safety and quality improvement technique for construction and maintenance of building facilities. In this paper, the tendency of accidents in building facilities for the past ten years and the occurrence condition of fatalities disaster by heatstroke in construction industry of Japan is summarized. And the countermeasures and experiment for heatstroke are proposed. Few researches and studies have been conducted in such fields as safety activities, trainings/exercises, danger/risk prevention measures and analysis/evaluation methods for building facilities or the current state of safety/danger in building facilities is not fully comprehended either. Under these circumstances, the purpose of this study is to examine safety and quality improvement technique for construction and maintenance of building facilities. To study the measures of heatstroke is indispensable for labor circumstances in construction and maintenance of buildings. The rainy season particular to Japan and the summer season also have some impact. It is hoped to take appropriate measures to deal with the situation by conducting on-site environmental research. In this paper, the tendency of heatstroke-induced accidents in the workplace was reviewed. Also, an experiment conducted on heatstroke at a hypothetical building construction and maintenance site was reported. As future tasks, various heatstroke related issues will be addressed through analyses of changes in heatstroke risk and experimental results, on the basis of substantiated data about heatstroke mechanism and prevention measures taken in the workplace by referring to the WBGT standard level. Keywords: Risk Management, WBGT, Estimation, Heatstroke, Japan
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P1-D13 Ecosystem Health of Myeik Archipelago, Southern Coast of Myanmar Nang Mya Han
Department of Marine Science, Myeik University, Myanmar Email:
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Myanmar has abundant marine resources and a wide range of coastal habitants: coral reefs, seagrass beds, mangroves, estuaries and mudflats. Among three coastal areas of Myanmar, Myeik Archipelago is including in the Tanintharyi Region (N. Lat. 09ï‚°55ï‚¢-15ï‚°06ï‚¢and E. Long. 97ï‚°46ï‚¢-99ï‚°10ï‚¢); the southern Coast of Myanmar. The boundary of Archipelago is start from Mali Island to Simi Island and its Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) is covers 35,136 sq.km. The southern coast line has 1200 km long and possess more than 800 islands that means Myeik Archipelago. Among those islands the present study emphasis on the five priority study sites (Dawei Waa Aw Bay, Myeik Elphinstone Is., Kawthaung Warr Is., Zardetgyi Is., St. Luke Is. and their adjacent islands). The potential study sites are Elphinstone Is. and Warr Is. During study period 300 coral species (EN 2, VU 36 species), > 450 fish species, >230 invertebrate species, and 50 mangrove species were discovered. As a coastal country of the Bay of Bengal, a hydrographic condition of Myanmar coastal region is heavily influenced by the monsoon climate. The climate change which interacts with anthropogenic and Monsoon Onset effects on the health of the coastal and marine environment, its living resources and realizes through variation in water temperature, increased concentrations of dissolved carbon dioxide (Blue Carbon concept), seawater intrusion, altered current and/or storm patterns and increased runoff. Consequently, the area of mangroves declined by 58% between 1980 and 2010 and coral reefs have declined by over 56%. Fish biomass has declined and Catch per Unit Effort has also fallen to 30%. The loss of mangroves and other unhealthy ecosystems leaves the coastline more vulnerable to disasters such as cyclones. The objective of this paper is to support some activities leading to an agreed set of environmental indicators, to measure the health of the Myeik Archipelago Ecosystem and to develop the remedial strategies in coastal areas of Myanmar. Keywords: climate change; environmental indicator; healthy ecosystem; monsoon onset; remedial strategies.
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P1-D14 Comparative Study on the Decalcification Rate of Different Concentration of Commercially Available Muriatic Acid Alice Geraldine S. Hernando
Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines Email:
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The osseous tissue [bone] is the framework of the body. Decalcified sections are used for the examination of bone marrow and for the diagnosis of tumors, infections or for other purposes. However, decalcification cannot be done without decalcifying agents. In the MMSU Biology Laboratory, no decalcifying agents are available due to cost of decalcifying agents. It is in this context that the study was conducted. The objective of the study was to evaluate the rate of decalcification of different concentrations of commercially available muriatic acid. Specifically it also aimed to test the efficacy of muriatic acid as a decalcifying agent, test the effect on staining characteristics of the bone tissue (quality), and to determine the most effective concentration. Furthermore, this study discovered an alternative dehydrating agent as good as or even better than the prescribed dehydrating agents used in histopathological laboratories which are cheaper and more convenient. This study was also limited on the evaluation of different concentrations of muriatic acid as a decalcifying agent. Data gathered was rate of decalcification in terms of hours:minutes:seconds and quality of stained decalcified tissue. Data was gathered by the FDPESSM histotechnique: fixation, decalcification, processing, sectioning, staining and mounting. The specimen used was chicken tibia and femur. The study was conducted from October 17, 2015 to October 21, 2015 at the Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital, Department of Pathology Histopathology Laboratory. Based on the finding of the study, we can say that commercially available muriatic acid can be used as an alternative decalcifying agent; The quality of the tissue was not affected even after decalcification in all the different concentrations of commercially available muriatic acid; 19% HCl concentration had the fastest decalcification rate among different concentrations of commercially available muriatic acid. Based on the findings and drawn conclusions, the researchers can recommend all the concentrations of commercially available muriatic acid: 15% household grade, 19% commercial grade, 29% concentrated grade and 31.45% commercial grade, as an alternative decalcifying agent. However, if immediate decalcification is needed, the researchers highly recommend 19% commercial grade muriatic acid. For future researchers, it is also recommended to determine decalcification endpoint through chemical testing. Other forms of strong acids as decalcifying agent should also be tried. Keywords: bone, muriatic acid
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P1-D15 Histopathological Effect of Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum) Crude Peel extract on the Ovary of the White Mice (Mus musculus domesticus) Alice Geraldine S. Hernando
Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines Email:
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White mice are the most common type in the pet stores. This sociable little rodent typically live just one to three years even if they are raised and cared for properly. They weigh an ounce or less, they get stressed easily, and they need to be handled gently. They are sociable and they need company of their own kind stick to same sex, populations or you learn firsthand just how prolifically rodents reproduce. On the other hand, the rambutan fruit is probably the most exotic fruit on this planet. It really is indigenous to Malaysia howeveris often grown all through Southeast Asia. The study on morphological and histopathological effect of rambutan crude peel extract on the ovary of white mice, Mus musculus domesticus was conducted at Batac City, Ilocos Norte. It aimed to determine the effects of rambutan crude peel extract on the morphology and histology of the ovary of the treated mice. Similarly, it aimed to describe some changes that occurred in the ovary of treated mice when compared to the control. A total of six matured female white mice were randomly distributed into two treatments namely: 100% rambutan CPE and pure water for the control. Morphological parameters evaluated included gained weight through getting the initial and final body weight. The gained weight of the white mice was statistically proven to be significantly different from each other. Histological examination of the ovaries included evaluation of the structures of follicles, presence of cortical granules and the cells within the ovary. Mice treated with rambutan crude peel extract had ruptured structured than those untreated or under controlled condition. After three weeks of rambutan crude peel extract treatment, ovaries are completely disintegrated and destroyed. Histopathological changes in the tissue of the ovary include the rupture of follicles and dispersion of cells. Based in these results, it is concluded that rambutan crude peel extract is not suited for the white mice leading to inability to reproduce since reproduction is essential for survival. However morphologically, rambutan crude peel extract is good for consumption. Keywords: rambutan, pathology
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P1-D16 Strategy of Technology Transfer Acceleration in Food Safety Sector through Technopark Development towards Inclusive Development Diah Anggraeni Jatraningrum, Ferianto and Ragil Yoga Edi Center for Innovation, Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) Email:
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Research agenda which is directly contact with innovation topic for inclusive development is mainly carried out in commission of food, health and social humanities. By looking at global dynamics that occur with regard to Indonesia’s potential and opportunities for geographical and resource advantages, as well as considering sustainable development principles, Indonesia needs to position itself as a base of world food safety. Technopark as one of the government programs priorities to bridge the gap that occurs through implementation strategy of accelerating technology transfer is expected to empower community with all potential in region to actively participate and benefit the development results in food safety sector. Programs that can be undertaken include: dissemination of local food technology, technical training of local food production, etc. Innovations may include the creation of new food products which is more healthy and nutritious, including food innovation which also contains a drug to prevent various popular disease, such as diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure and even prevent Alzheimer’s. Objective of this study is to map strategies to improve technology transfer acceleration in food safety sector through technopark development towards inclusive development. The method used is qualitative research with descriptive data analysis. The results are expected to provide information and strategic input related to action plans and policies for stakeholders, such as government, SMEs, community and other parties in creation and advancement of technology in food safety sector that is more equitable and spread evenly so that significantly bring prosperity to wider community. Keywords: Technology Transfer Acceleration; Food Safety; Technopark; Inclusive Development
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P1-D17 Quality Determination of Apis mellifera L. Honeys from Puerto Princesa, Palawan Angelica DC. Cruz1, Ma Desiree B. Aldemita1 and Analinda C. Manila-Fajardo2
Institute of Chemistry, College of Arts and Sciences, 2Institute of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences University of the Philippines, Los Baños, College, Laguna, Philippines Email:
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The physicochemical properties, heavy metal content, organophosphate residue, and pollen count of Apis mellifera L. honeys were determined. Honey samples from select apiaries in Puerto Princesa (Brgy. San Pedro, San Jose, Irawan, Bancao-Bancao, and Rizal Avenue) were collected. Physicochemical parameters (total solids, pH, total acidity, free acidity, electrical conductivity, ash content, and sugar composition) except for moisture content, were within the set standards of the Codex Alimentarius and European Standard Commissions. Fermentation is likely to occur due to high moisture content. Flame atomic absorption spectrometry showed presence of heavy metals Pb, Cd, Zn, and Cu. Organophosphate residue analysis using gas chromatography with nitrogen phosphorus detector revealed lower values than the minimum detection limit (MDL) of the method. Pollen analysis showed three predominant pollen families which include Mimosaceae 1, Mimosaceae 2, and Acanthaceae 1. Statistical analyses were done using IBM SPSS version 20. One-way ANOVA with post hoc analysis, Duncan’s Multiple Range Test, was used to determine the significant differences between the data. Honey samples from Brgy. San Pedro, Bancao-Bancao, and Rizal Avenue have the greatest resistance to fermentation, and hence, are of good quality. Keywords: Apis mellifera; Puerto Princesa; Palawan; Honey quality
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P1-D18 Marketability of 5-Gallon Bottled Water versus Tap Drinking Water Based on Cost, Taste, Convenience, and Perceived Quality to Family Households in Downtown Tacloban Kariel B. Baylon, Joanah Louiela Boleche, Jillian Vann C. Cua, Lykka MaeLabor, Matthew C. Matienzo, Noel Elizaga University of the Philippines Visayas Tacloban College Email:
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The drinking water industry in Tacloban is booming thanks to water purifying stations but this also means competition for piped or tap water providers such as the Leyte Metropolitan Water District, a governmentowned company. This study presents the marketability of bottled versus tap water to family households based on their characteristics such as taste, quality, cost, and convenience in the downtown economic area of Tacloban city. The research focused on what type of water the households found desirable and which they actively drank while also exploring who in the family made the purchase decision based on the characteristics of the water. We sent out a survey to households with water connections to the Leyte Metropolitan Water District. The survey revealed that households prefer bottled water over tap water and also drank more of it over tap water. Respondents also favoured cost and convenience over taste and overall quality of the water. This is due to water purifying stations becoming more and more common thus lowering prices of drinking water. The heads of the household such as the mother or father often made the decision when choosing the type of drinking water. The results show that added services along with aggressive marketing on the part of bottled water providers make their product marketable compared to the piped water providers such as the Leyte Metropolitan Water District. This opens up for future studies on how to better improve the saleability of products or services offered by public businesses. Keywords: Bottled;Downtown;Drinking Water;Household;Tacloban;Tap
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P1-D19 Determination and Evaluation of the Wound Healing Property of Corn oil (Zea mays) F. Poaceae Alvin B. Naguna, Jr., Penelope V. Olao, Dharla Coleen J. Bracia and Boots Anson D. Rivera St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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The oil used for this experimentation is from Corn kernels. Corn oil are rich in vitamins and nutrients that makes it ideal for cooking and in pharmaceutical industry, it is used as carrier for drug molecules. Almost all corn oils available in the market today are extracted using an expeller and submerged in hexane. Extraction of oil from Corn using hexane revealed the phytochemical present are tannins and amino acid. The aim of this study is to determine the wound healing property of Corn oil in the excision wound on Albino rats and to determine the constituents that promote the wound healing. Corn has been studied to exhibit antibacterial activity and anti-oxidant effect. This property may aid for possible wound healing treatment. For the pharmacologic study, wounds measured 20 mm in Vernier caliper were created on the dorsum of 15 rats, randomly divided into three groups. The wounds were photographed and measured in every three (3) days interval. They are topically treated everyday with Calmoseptine ointment (positive control group), Corn Oil (experimental group) and the last group was left untreated (negative control group) until Day 15 of the experiment. Although the experiment ended on day 15, rats was still observed to note the number of days by which the wound has completely healed. The result is analyzed statistically using One way ANOVA by considering the percent of wound closure and the number of days where the full wound closure achieved. The result revealed that positive control (Calmoseptine oinment) had the most well-defined stages of wound healing which is achieved in day 14 and day 15 of the experiment. The result of Positive group is comparable to the result of experimental group wherein the wound was completely healed at day 16 of the experiment. No signs of any irritation and other adverse dermatological effects were observed upon administration of corn oil. Unlike in the negative control group (No treatment), there is presence of pus and the wound was completely healed at Day 18 to Day 20 after the experiment. This study showed that Corn oil has a significant result as a promising drug to treat wounds in animal assays. Keywords: Zea mays; Excision wound; Phytochemical; Wound healing; Solvent extraction
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P1-D20 Anthelmintic Property of Leaf Extracts from Selected Plants against Haemonchus contortus in Goats (Capra hircus) Leif Jimuel C. Candelaria1, Virginia M. Venturina1 and Cesar V. Ortinero2
College of Veterinary Science and Medicine; 2Department of Environmental Science, College of Arts and Sciences Central Luzon State University, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija, Philippines Email:
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Gastrointestinal nematodes infection is among the most common and economically important diseases of small ruminants in the tropics and the subtopics. Chemical dewormers are effective in controlling this infection, but the extensive use of these chemicals has led to the development of anthelmintic resistance. Secondary metabolites in plants may have anthelmintic properties and may be harnessed as possible alternative to chemical control of nematodes. This study was therefore conducted to evaluate the anthelmintic activity of the leaves of mango (Mangifera indica), bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris), achiote (Bixa orellana), moringa (Moringa oleifera) and ipil-ipil (Leucaena leucocephala) against Haemonchus contortus worms at various developmental stages. The components of the leaves were extracted with ethanol and then in vitro egg hatch, larval development and adult motility inhibition assays were performed. The plants were also subjected to phytochemical screening assays. The results revealed that although the extracts from all plant leaves can disrupt egg hatching, M. indica and M. oleifera extracts were the most effective. All leaf extracts also inhibited the development of the larvae into the third stage (L3), but M. indica and M. oleifera exhibited the highest inhibition. The plant extracts also disrupted adult worm motility, with B. vulgaris and M. indica exhibiting the strongest activity. Saponins, flavonoids, terpenoids, cardiac glycosides and alkaloids were detected in all plant samples. Only M. indica, M. oleifera and B. orellana were tested positive for tannins. These findings may serve as basis for the development of sustainable strategies for the control of H. contortus in small ruminants. Keywords: Haemonchus contortus; egg hatch inhibition assay; larval development inhibition assay; adult motility inhibition assay
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P1-D21 The Maquinit Hot Spring, Busuanga Island, Coron, Palawan: The Wonders of Its Microbes Against Important Pathogen and its Biodiversity Teofila O. Zulaybar and Irene A. Papa
National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (BIOTECH), University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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The Maquinit Hot Spring in Coron, Palawan is one of the very few saltwater hot springs in the world. The uniqueness of this hot spring makes it important for exploration of the bioactivity of its microbes and biodiversity. The Maquinit water and soil samples had been explored for its biodiversity. The bacterial and fungal counts of the soil samples ranges from 103 to 105 CFU/g and from 0 to 104, respectively. The bacterial count of water samples ranges from 1.22 x 103 to 8.2 x 103 but no fungi were isolated. Colonies vary in appearance, color, shapes and sizes.
A total of 100 actinomycetes from Maquinit hot spring soil and water were screened against strains of Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Ralstonia solanacearum (Rs), a devastating soil borne pathogen causing bacterial wilt in solanaceous plants. Ten actinomycetes inhibited MRSA but only two actinomycetes, CMS15 and CMS 35 inhibited both MRSA 1202 and 1225 at 8.9mm and 9.0mm and 8.0mm and 8.4mm, respectively. The utilization of microorganisms as biocontrol agent is a promising alternative due to the hazards of chemical pesticides. Four actinomycetes had activity against the R. solanacearum isolates with Actinomycetes CMS 15 and CMS 35 inhibiting R. solanacearum B10195 and B10319 at 10mm and 10.5,mm, respectively. Actinomycete CMS44 inhibited both B10195 and B10319 at 16.95 mm and 15.1 mm, respectively. Thus, actinomycetes from Maquinit soil has the potential to be good sources of antibiotics and biocontrol agents against plant pathogens that are safe, effective and cheaper to use. Keywords: MRSA; Ralstonia solanacearum; actinomycetes; Maquinit hot spring; Coron,
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P1-D22 Toxcicity Testing, Proximate Nutritional Analysis and Documentation of the Traditional Ilocano Household Use of the Native Rosel (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) Seeds as Potential Alternative Food Source Mercita Q. Queddeng
University of Northern Philippines Email:
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The researcher cultivated organically the Rosel plants in Don Lorenzo Querubin, Caoayan, Ilocos Sur. The study made use of both the experimental and qualitative methods of research. Experimental method was employed both in the LD50 and nutritional analysis of the Rosel (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) fruit. Focus Group was used in gathering the needed data for the traditional use of the plant from the local community. Results showed that the essential food nutrients per 100 g from the extract of the Roselle fruit are Ash (5.36), protein (24.7), Fat (18.2), Total Carbohydrates (48.6) and Food Energy, kcal/100g (457). A total of 30 mice was used in the toxicity testing at increasing doses of 35, 40 and 45 grams per kilogram. Results showed no adverse/abnormal signs or death occurred within the first 24 hours up to 1 day period of observation. Increased in weight was also observed in all test animals. Necropsy examination showed no significant abnormal findings in the vital organs of the laboratory animals also. Results confirmed the claim of the local folks during the focus group being a safe food to eat.
Key informants agreed that different parts of the rosel plant have been a part of the household Ilocano cuisines since time immemorial including local beverage use though recently it’s no longer evident due to its nonexistence or no longer cultivated by the community folks. Keywords: rosel, Caoayan, toxicity, nutrition, native, key informants
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P1-D23 Dragon fruit (Hylocereus polyrhizus) Peels: A Potential Functional Food Ingredient Aitee Janelle E. Reterta1,2, and Trinidad P. Trinidad2 1Cavite State University 2Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines Email:
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Dragon fruit (Hylocereus species) is a good source of vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber especially the red pitaya (Hylocereus polyrhizus) variety and may be a potential functional ingredient in the development of healthy food products. A recent study showed that the dragon fruit peel has higher pectin content-a soluble dietary fiber and phytonutrients, than the flesh. This study aimed to characterize dragon fruit peel as a safe functional ingredient in the development of a food product. Freeze-dried dragon fruit peel was analyzed for proximate composition, dietary fiber and fermentability in vitro, phytonutrients and antioxidant activity using standard methods. Results show that the dragon fruit peel is an excellent source of dietary fiber (70.3g/100g) and contains significant amounts of insoluble (40.1g/100g) and soluble (30.2g/100g) fiber. The peels also produced high amounts short chain fatty acids; acetate (68.8 ± 1.4 mg/g), propionate (53.8 ± 2.5 mg/g) and butyrate (32.3 ± 1.7 mg/g). Dragon fruit peels can also be considered as a good source of phytonutrients such as polyphenols (459 ± 86 mg/100g), flavonoids (238 ± 10 mg/100g) and anthocyanidin (356 ± 5 mg/100g). Using dragon fruit peel, jam was developed and its physico-chemical properties were assessed. Overall product assessment found that the sensory evaluation and consumer acceptability resulted to a highly acceptable rating while the physico-chemical characteristics (TSS and pH) of the jam are all within acceptable levels. In conclusion, dragon fruit peels may be considered as a safe functional ingredient in the development of food products. This study promotes waste products such as peels to be utilized as ingredients to produced food products for maintenance of health. Keywords: functional ingredients; dragon fruit peels; dietary fiber; healthy food products
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P1-D24 Isolation and Purification of Lactic Acid Bacteria Producing Bile Salt Hydrolase from Philippine Bulgarian murrah Rumen and Determination of its Cholesterol Lowering Properties Jean Louise Q. Baguio1, Emmanuel Ruthe F. Sevilla1, Mark Kevin P. Devanadera2 and Myla R. Santiago1,3 Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy; 2Graduate School; Research Center for Natural and Applied Sciences University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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Cardiovascular diseases, the leading cause of death worldwide is primarily caused by cholesterol build-up in the artery walls. Carabao rumen contains numerous strains of microorganisms, which includes the anaerobic lactic acid bacteria (LAB). Bile salt hydrolase (BSH) is an enzyme that lowers cholesterol by hydrolyzing conjugated bile salts into amino acids and free bile salts and are excreted along with fecal matter. Our study is the first to utilize carabao rumen as source of potential bile-salt hydrolase producing LAB. The sample is subjected to a five-step serial dilution using normal naline solution. These microorganisms were cultured in MRS agar supplemented with 0.3% bile salt for tolerance test. Recovered bile salt was used for the enzymatic activity determination of both crude and purified bile salt hydrolase. BSH was isolated by ultrasonication, centrifugation and purified by ammonium salt precipitation (80%) and size exclusion chromatography (Sephadex G-100). The strain exhibiting both high BSH activity and pH survival was used. Twenty four LAB isolates were selectively chosen to grow in MRS agar supplemented with 0.3% bile salt for tolerance test of which eight tested positive. Of the 8 isolates positive for bile tolerance, two were positive for calcium chloride precipitation which indicates the ability of the microorganism to produce BSH. These findings suggest that lactic acid bacteria isolated from carabao rumen can be a potential source of bile salt hydrolase, which can be further optimized to alleviate high levels of cholesterol and lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases present in both humans and animals. Keywords: lactic acid bacteria, bile salt hydrolase, Philippine carabao, rumen, cholesterol lowering
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P1-D25 Exploring Mothers’ Knowledge of Plant-Derived Remedies in North-Eastern, Mindanao, Philippines against Schistosomiasis Jesucita Lao Sodusta
School of Professional and Continuing Education, University of Hong Kong Email:
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Mothers’ awareness about plant-derived remedies available in the community against schistosomiasis is an essential step in achieving the goals of integrated schistosomiasis control strategy and lifelong healthcare program for the family. I aimed to explore the level of knowledge regarding locally available plant remedies among mothers of school-aged children. I conducted in-depth focus group discussions with 17 mothers, whose children were beneficiaries of the of schistosomiasis mass treatment in Barangay in Mindanao, which has an endemic population of 860 (out of 1,189). I collected and presented three samples of locally available plants confirmed effective against schistosomiasis in Africa, Brazil, and China research. Data were collected regarding the knowledge of these remedies among the mothers. The findings show that the mothers have the beginners level of knowledge regarding the functions of plant parts of the samples for schistosomiasis infection. The majority (95%) said they only used the leaves of the Curcuma longa for cooking but threw away the rhizome, the essential source of curcumin against infection. One hundred percent agreed that the Carica papaya fruit is edible, but was unable to identify its medicinal benefits. Many (70.6%) felt Euphorbia hirta was helpful for dengue, but not for schistosomiasis. The knowledge and practice of plant-derived remedies against schistosomiasis was inadequate among mothers. It needs to be improved as a component of an integrated approach to schistosomiasis control and lifelong healthcare program. Keywords: Plant-derived remedies; schistosomiasis; mothers’ knowledge; medicinal benefits
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P1-D26 Documenting the Fraudulent Use of Jobus in Food Fishes Sold in the Philippine Public Markets and Exposing its Potential Public and Environmental Health Risks Yusuf A. Sucol
School of Environmental Science and Management, Univeristy of the Phlippines, Los Baños Email:
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Jobus is an artificial dye used for coloring shoes and clothes. The first report on the discovery of the fraudulent practice of using jobus as preservative in food fishes by fish vendors was publicized in 2009. Despite the perceived dangers associated with this practice, there seems to be no considerable action made to address the issue since then. Widespread selling of tainted fishes is still observed in the local public markets until today. In this paper, the author presented evidences of the deceptive fish vending, and provided an insightful discussion on the eco-toxicology of jobus based on literature. Photo documentation was done in two locations. Empty sachets of the jobus dye were collected and examined for the product information. A literature research was conducted to understand the chemical composition of the dye ingredients. Snapshots of irregularity in fish vending were observed in these instances: the jobus dye mixed with water and blocks of ice in pails, basins, ice boxes and coolers where the fishes are stored; jobuscolored water dripping from the display platforms and draining into the canals; empty sachets of the dye found on the fish stall floor and drainage canals; and undissolved jobus granules/powder seen on the scales and fins of fishes. Jobus is made up of 95% coal tar and 2% sulfanilic acid. Literatures suggest that coal tar-derived dye most likely contains polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) which are high priority human toxicants and environmental pollutants. PAHs can cause adverse biological effects such as mutagenicity, teratogenicity, carcinogenicity, and behavioral abnormalities. PAHs accumulate in soil and aquatic sediments. Sulfanilic acid is toxic to blood, liver and the nervous system. Jobus is a non-food grade dye that may be composed of coal tar PAHs which are potentially hazardous to the public and the environment. Keywords: Jobus, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), food fish, public health, food safety, pollution
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P1-D27 Nutritional and Antinutritional Characteristics of Vegan Sausages Prepared from Germinated Black Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Kerstin Marie V. Velasco, Jazzmin M. Aguilar, Joanna E. De Guzman, Dyan Grace A. Del Mundo, Marian Angela P. Maniquis, Patricia Marie M. Nicolas Department of Food Technology, College of Education, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines Email:
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Beans are cheap significant sources of protein and carbohydrates. However, presence of antinutrients in beans results to lower nutrient bioavailability. The effect of germination on antinutrient and nutritional properties of black beans in vegan sausages was investigated. Black beans were germinated at ambient temperature for 3, 4 and 5 days. Tannins and phytic acid levels decreased in germinated black beans. Maximum increase in protein and total dietary fiber content was achieved at 5 days and 3 days, respectively. Germination of black beans did not affect sensory properties of vegan sausage. There were no apparent differences on the shrinkage and moisture retention of vegan sausage. On the other hand, cooking yield and cooking loss results were significantly (p0.05) different. The use of germinated beans improved the nutritional quality of vegan sausages through the reduction of antinutrient value. In addition, an increase in carbohydrate content was observed, presumably total dietary fiber. Germinated black beans were successfully utilized in the production of vegan sausages. It has also decreased the antinutritional properties and improved the nutritional quality of vegan sausages. Keywords: black beans; Phaseolus vulgaris L.; germination; antinutrients; sausage
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P1-D29 Assessment of Rapid Detection Tools for Residues of Organophosphates and Carbamates on Eggplant Eric Jhon DG. Cruz, Jasper A. Sarmiento, John Julius P. Manuben and Cristina M. Bajet National Crop Protection Center - University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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The Rapid Test Kit (RTK) and the Rapid Bioassay for Pesticide Residues (RBPR) are rapid detection tools for organophosphate and carbamate residues based on colorimetric reaction and acetylcholinesterase enzyme inhibition, respectively. These technologies were used to analyze eggplant samples from Metro Manila and 3 provinces in the Philippines for a period of 1 year. Around 44% of the eggplant samples were found to be positive in either test with around 9% for both RTK and RBPR tests. The relative sensitivity of RTK and RBPR were determined through spiking at known concentrations and analysis using 3 commonly used pesticides on eggplant. Profenofos and malathion residues on eggplant were detected at the method detection limit (MDL) of 0.13 mg/kg for RTK and at >30% inhibition and <15 % inhibition, respectively for RBPR. The addition of bromine water to increase the sensitivity resulted to >30% inhibition. Profenofos and malathion residues on eggplant with positive results for RTK was also positive using RBPR above the allowable limit levels set at 15% inhibition for organic and 30% for conventional vegetables. For methomyl, detection using RTK was in agreement with the RBPR method, indicating the complimentary use of these two technologies in the detection of pesticide residues in vegetables.
Keywords: pesticide residues; organophosphate; carbamate; rapid test kit; rapid bioassay for pesticide residues; eggplant
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STRAND 5: Gender Integration and Mainstreaming in S&T Innovations
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P1-E01 Extent of Implementation of the Violence Against Women and Children of Law Enforcement Offices in Calbayog City Eugene C. Calumba and Analie M. Cahongcoy
College of Management, Northwest Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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This study aimed to assess the implementation of the violence against women and children policy in law enforcement offices of Calbayog City with the end view of proposing a local sexual orientation program for the City’s law enforcement offices under the City Interior and Local Government Office. The descriptive method of research was employed using survey questionnaires was as instruments in gathering the needed data. The respondents were officers and personnel of law enforcement offices in Calbayog City. This included the Calbayog station of the Philippine National Police, the fire station of the Bureau of Fire Protection, the jail guards of the Calbayog City Jail and the Philippine Coast Guard station. There is a relatively small number of professionalized law enforcers with years of experience in service. Most law enforcers in the DILG come from the PNP. The law enforcement offices are required to maintain a violence against women and children policy based on the guidelines provided by the higher headquarters and as mandated by the VAWC law. Younger generation of law enforcers adapt faster to the concept of the VAWC policy and its program in their respective offices. Gender sensitivity in younger generation even with their marital status plays a key role in the VAWC advocacy. Financial resource is a primary concern of the implementation in local law enforcement offices. The officers and personnel of various law enforcement offices of Calbayog City are unanimous in their stand behind the importance of the VAWC policy implementation. Keywords: Violence Against Women and Children, Law Enforcement
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P1-E02 Empowering Women and Achieving Gender Equality to the Sustainable Development in the Context of Myanmar Ni Ni Hlaing and Theint Theint Tun
English Department; Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Mandalay University of Distance Education, Ministry of Education, Myanmar Email:
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Gender equality and women’s empowerment are fundamental issues and cornerstones of sustainable and equitable development of a country. The purpose of this study is to uncover the role of empowering women and achieving gender equality in the sustainable development of Myanmar. To achieve this purpose, the researchers employed a questionnaire as well as interview method as instruments of data collection. Based on the data analyzed, the findings show that the role of women across different dimensions of sustainable development is less reflected in Myanmar. Myanmar women’s labour force in the economic development of the country is minimal. According to the data, only a few of participants are engaged in job activities with cash income. In addition, the place of women in society is also relegated to contributing minimally to the social development of the country. They even need to get permission from their family if they wish to go outside their home. Father or husband or son also holds the final say for the family. They usually make a decision on child’s schooling and family planning. According to the data, most of the women don’t participate in community activities since they don’t have time to join in. Moreover, women are highly affected by environmental problems, and less emphasis is given to their participation in protecting the environment. It is too difficult for them to help the environment. Thus, it can be concluded that the country will not achieve sustainable development with the recognition of only men’s participation. Keywords: Women’s empowerment; Gender equality; Sustainable development; Economic development; Social development; Environmental Protection
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P1-E03 A Gender-Responsive Value Chain Analysis of the Rock Oyster Home-based Industry in Samar Kim Arianne Zarzua and Marieta Bañez Sumagaysay UP Visayas Tacloban College Email:
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Gathering and processing rock oysters (Saccostrea Cucullata), locally called sisi, is an important source of livelihood for the residents of Majaba Island in Catbalogan, Samar located in central Philippines. While the livelihood is an age-old activity, it remains small scale and its market potentials have long been untapped, particularly in terms of the income that can be derived by the women workers and entrepreneurs. The nature of work participation of both men and women in the home-based sisi business is identified in this study by using a Gender-Responsive Value Chain Analysis (GRVCA). This study generates a value chain map and shows that women dominate and lead, performing the functions along the sisi value chain such as input provision, sisi gathering, processing, and marketing. The women take on the essential roles while the men are there to assist when needed and / or whenever they have time. Despite the women’s vast contribution, their labor is unpaid and muted. While there are opportunities for women in sisi-related economic activities, on one hand, there seem to be more constraints, on the other hand. Most of the obstacles to an improved sisi value chain and to better standards of living emanate from the inadequacies in women’s working conditions. There are practical gender needs that have to be addressed. Support from value chain enablers is, therefore, necessary in order for the women to reach their full potentials as they shape their lives along the rock oyster value chain. Providing wider access to resources and honing women’s skills along the chain is expected to further empower the women. Keywords: Gender-responsive value chain analysis, rock oysters, women in fisheries
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STRAND 6: Disaster Risk Reduction of Natural Disasters caused by Climate Change, Earthquake, and Tsunami
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P1-F01 Do Local and National Governments Promote Human Security and Resilience After Disasters? Lessons from Haiyan (Yolanda) Maria Ela L. Atienza
Department of Political Science, University of the Philippines-Diliman Email:
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This paper assesses the roles played or (continue) being played by the Philippine national and local governments in disaster risk reduction and management, particularly in the aftermath of super typhoon Haiyan (local name: Yolanda) in 2013. Using the lens of human security and resilience, the paper is based on data from literature review, key informant interviews, surveys, family interviews, and focus group discussions conducted from 2015 to 2016 in three areas in the province of Leyte: Palo, Tacloban City, and Tanauan. The paper begins by assessing the roles of national and local governments in disaster risk reduction and management following national and local legal frameworks as well as comparative cases based on related literature. It will then look on whether these mandated roles were performed by the national and local governments in the case of Haiyan and its aftermath. How did each level of government work with each other? What has been the relationship with donors and stakeholders or communities? What has been the impact of national and local government interventions on human security and resilience of communities affected, with focus on addressing vulnerability, poverty alleviation, and adaptation in the affected areas? There will also be an assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of the interventions and projects of local and national governments in the case of the Haiyan areas. Finally, it will look at lessons that can be learned from the cases to improve future interventions and actions to deal with disasters. Keywords: DRRM; governments; human security; resilience; Philippines; typhoon
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P1-F02 Economic and Social Perspectives for Developing Flood Risk Reduction Framework in Bucal, Halang and Pansol, Calamba City, Laguna, Philippines Allaine T. Baaco1, Viriginia R. Cardenas2, Carmelita M. Rebancos2 Western Philippines University University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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In order to manage the negative impacts of flooding, there is a need to understand the community’s economic well-being, their awareness and perception regarding risks of flooding. Flood risk in this study was viewed as an entity in which the human actions and perception is inherent in its demographic characteristics. Understanding these economic and social perspectives will make it possible to see how to enhance information in connection with prevention while explaining people’s reaction to disasters. This study was conducted in the flood prone areas of Calamba City with the aim of analyzing flood risks in the context of how the communities perceive the flooding hazard in relation to their capacity to deal with the situation and the resources available to them. The associations of demographic backgrounds with the perception items were analysed using Pearson Correlation (2-tailed). Analysis showed that those who experience frequent flooding, their perceived risks to likelihood of flooding were positively correlated with their knowledge of mitigation action, threaten life and affect quality of life. Respondents in the middle and uplands perceived flooding to be more dreadful and will have effect on their quality of life more than the lowland residents perceived. There is a negative association between income and perceived likelihood of flood occurrence for respondents in the flood prone areas. Understanding of flood as threat, identifying the significance of local coping strategies can provide local authorities with better indicators in managing preparedness at a local level than just determining the water depth and flood duration. Keywords: flooding; flood risk management; community awareness; community perception,
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P1-F03 Evaluation of Steel Inductance for a Non-invasive Steel Quality Sensing Device Lex Bryan B. Bangot
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Despite the advancement of technology in Civil Engineering and Construction, determining the quality of steel, once embedded in a concrete, is still a problem. Steel samples being sent to laboratories for testing might not have same quality as those that are being used in the actual building construction. Often times, a lower quality steel is used. This loop hole in testing has been the avenue for corruption and low quality construction output which leads to risk during earthquakes. In this study, the researcher evaluated different steel diameter and grade to determine whether there is a significant difference in their inductance reading. This study uses an LDC1000 sensor from Texas Instruments. The test samples consist of three grade of rebars; grade 8, 10, and 12 that are commercially available in the market. For each grade, 5 samples were subjected to test at a specific distance (distance from the sensor) of 0mm, 3.25mm, and 5.5mm. Since the rebar has corrugations, min and max readings were recorded. The researcher found out that for the same rebar there is a consistency in inductance reading. The researcher also found out that inductance vary with distance. Furthermore, comparison between rebars shows a significant result that gives higher probability that inductance variation can be used as a way to non-invasively test steel quality. Keywords: steel quality; non-invasive detection; risk reduction; sensing; construction
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P1-F04 Children’s Coping Mechanisms 100 Days after Typhoon Yolanda: Basis for K + 12 Curriculum Integration of Disaster Risk Reduction Jose Ismael S. Salamia1 and Amelia M. Bonotan2 Leyte Normal University Cebu Normal University, Philippines Email:
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This phenomenological study was conducted to gain a deeper understanding of the experiences of children and their coping mechanisms one hundred (100) days after the devastation of super-typhoon Yolanda that hit Eastern Visayas, Philippines in 2013. Anchored on Bronfenbrenner’s theory of resilience, the researchers conducted semi-structured interviews with ten children, ages 10-12 years old, whose parents gave prior informed consent. Some extracted themes are: Strong family support; Our house is already fixed and we have electricity; Desire to go back to school to finish my studies; Playing with friends; Power of prayer to God. The researchers recommend that since the children are the future of society and country and the most vulnerable living creatures, the results of this study can serve as guide to enhance the K + 12 curriculum with the integration of disaster risk reduction activities for children in subjects like Science, Edukasyon sa Pagpapakatao, Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health. Keywords: children’s coping mechanisms, Bronfenbrenner’s theory on resilience, Husserlian phenomenology, Colaizzi’s method of data analysis, disaster risk reduction activities for children
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P1-F05 Strain Gauge Sensor Based for Low Cost Structural Health Monitoring Using Wireless Network Nikko Ardel P. Floretes
Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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All buildings have structural foundations with allowable period of use. It is important to have a monitoring system that could detect if the structures are still usable to avoid human casualties and damage to properties as well. This study was conducted for the structural health monitoring (SHM) that could detect and monitor structural deformations with wireless network system. The system is for the non-technical users that could notice if the structures are deformed or bent by any means like earthquakes and with the help of a wireless system that sends the information to the user. The system used strain gauge sensors that could detect deformation of structures particularly with structural beams. A wireless system that is in the form of GSM that sends the necessary data to the user. The user can consult for a technical person skilled in the field if the deformation occurred. The system was low cost since the materials used were cheap and the quality of the materials was still present. In a laboratory scale set up, the system conducted several tests to have an assessment of its functions. Analysis of the data showed that the device was consistent when it comes to deformation monitoring and sending message to the user. This suggests that the strain gauge sensor based with wireless network system was reliable to its functions. Keywords: Wireless Monitoring; Cost-effective system; Deformation sensors; Structural management
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P1-F06 From Research to Policy: Enhancing Resilience During an Extreme Flood Ruth U. Gamboa1, Anthony C. Sales2, Cristy G. Gallano3, Mayan Jane J. Inni2, Maria Lourdes O. Manlosa2, Mabel Diana M. Calipes4 University of the Philippines- Mindanao Department of Science and Technology- Regional Field Office XI 3Davao River Initiatives 4 Hydrology for Environment, Life and Policy Davao Network Email:
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During this decade, Davao City has come to grips that it is no longer a typhoon-free city - a slogan it used to pronounce proudly as a come-on for economic investments. The almost predictable urban floods whenever monsoon rains choose to linger a bit, is an inconvenient truth that Climate Change spares no city. To raise awareness on adaptation among stakeholders, the results of a UNESCO-funded study on enhancing resilience to disasters in urban water systems in Davao City were turned into materials/activities that could easily be understood by the key stakeholders. Using the LIDAR technology, barangays most vulnerable to a 100-year return flood cycle were identified. Canvas-size maps were given out to those barangays while the electronic files are now part of the database of the City Planning Office. A brochure in lay language was printed out as handy reference/teaching material for schools and barangays. Public fora, and media releases were also among the outputs. A Policy Brief has been prepared for submission to the city council. Finally, a 15-year Sustainability Science Vision framework for the urban water systems was drawn up through a multi-stakeholder consultation. At the end of 15 years, Davao city would be a community of practice on resilience to disasters in urban water systems. This resilience will be achieved by stakeholders who will be empowered by knowledge, skills, and technologies which they will coproduce with scholars and practitioners. Keywords: resilience, flood vulnerability, policy
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P1-F07 Disaster Preparedness in Flood-Prone Areas in CAMANAVA, Bulacan, and Pampanga: Basis for Community-Based Approaches to Disaster Mitigation Ma. Joycelyn A. Go-Monilla and Ana Liza M. Dy University of the East Caloocan Campus, Philippines Email:
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The study examined the causes of flooding and how the local governments, communities, and residents mitigate disasters in flood-prone areas. Interviews with 10 government officials and residents were conducted. The study chose as respondents those who were familiar with the flooding situation in the area and have direct involvement with disaster reduction and mitigation by virtue of their work and advocacy. Three major elements emerge on how the local governments, communities, and residents mitigate disasters: (1) environmental protection, (2) public safety, and (3) management and response. The study also examined the factors related to disaster preparedness. Questionnaires were administered to 871 heads of households and bonafide residents of selected communities in CAMANAVA, Bulacan, and Macabebe in Pampanga. Results indicate positive correlation between (1) awareness of government regulations and disaster preparedness; (2) perception of disaster risks occurrence and disaster preparedness; (3) perception of impact of disaster risks and disaster preparedness; (4) perception of vulnerability to threats and impacts of disasters and disaster preparedness; (5) perception of local government capacity and resources and disaster preparedness; (6) perception of national government capacity and resources and disaster preparedness; (7) environmental attitudes and disaster preparedness; and (8) educational attainment and disaster preparedness. Regression analysis showed that environmental attitude has the greatest impact on disaster preparedness. Recommendations focused on the importance of disaster preparedness and the need for effective implementation of government regulations to protect the people from disaster risks, as well as to preserve the natural environment. Keywords: floods; disasters; disaster preparedness
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P1-F08 Bohol Earthquake: Efficient Respones and Gender Mainstreaming in Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Pedro G. Jayectin and Maria Amelie L. Jayectin
Bohol Island State University, Bilar, Bohol, Philippines Email:
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The study aimed to focus on the responses to natural and man-made disasters of the government prior to and after the 2013 earthquake that hit Bohol and the mainstreaming of gender. Using the qualitative and quantitative method, the researchers were able to view the four phases of disaster risk reduction management and gender mainstreaming. Employing Mc Nemar’s Test for Correlated Proportions, there is a significant change of government’s strategies before and after 2013 Bohol earthquake. Data revealed that government responses including rescue gadgets and equipment were present in affected areas/persons but were not fully compliant with international standards. Data further revealed that responses are gender blind. Studying the Disaster Risk Reduction Management (DRRM) Plan of the municipality operating with Disaster Response Operation and Management Information Center (DROMIC), the researchers found out that the plan is gender blind. Municipality’s actual responses spearheaded and manned round the clock by trained Bilar Search and Rescue Unit (BISARU) is fast and efficient - an average of 10 minutes to respond to every emergency and man-made disaster within its radius has been a practice. It was concluded that there is a significant change in government’s strategies before and after 2013 Bohol earthquake, nevertheless still insufficient. A need also for gender mainstreaming must be incorporated in DRMM Plan considering disaster respond as four phase action: Preparedness, Response, Mitigation and Rehabilitation/Recovery. Keywords: Disaster, Earthquake, Responses, Gender Mainstreaming and Government
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P1-F09 Intensity-Duration Rainfall Thresholds for the Initiation of Deep-seated Slope Movements in Dynaslope Sites Carlo R. Bontia, Leodegario U. Lorenzo, II, Meryll Angelica J. Viernes, Renato U. Solidum, Jr. Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, Department of Science and Technology Email:
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Rainfall is a recognized factor for triggering deep-seated landslides. Current rainfall thresholds for evaluation of triggering potential for the Dynaslope Project sites have limited empirical basis, as these are based only on statistical occurrences of rainfall, without prior correlation to historical landslides. This paper presents how to determine physically consistent rainfall thresholds for three Project sites. We investigated the correlation between each rainfall event to subsequent slope movements. Site-specific rainfall thresholds are generated by fitting site rainfall events using Caine’s equation of I=aD^((-b) ) , where I is the intensity, D is duration, and a and b are constants. Continuous rainfall data is transformed to discrete rain events, with corresponding intensities and durations, based on a minimum value of instantaneous rain and a maximum time gap between non-zero instantaneous rain. A rain event is associated with a slope movement if the latter occurs within a maximum time interval after the former. Site specific thresholds were formulated for project sites in Samar, Davao del Norte, and Iloilo. We computed (a, b) values of (15.76, 0.47), (12.17, 0.14), and (27.59, 0.69) for the respective sites. Computed rainfall thresholds are able to discriminate future significant and non-significant slope movements by back analysis of the rainfall events for selected sites. While computed values are still subject to refinement as more data becomes available, the method can be applied to other sites with enough slope movement events to correlate with rainfall. Keywords: rainfall-induced landslides; landslide monitoring; triggering threshold; rainfall intensity; early warning
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P1-F10 “Making Resilient Cities”: Assessment of Three Cities in Metro Manila Andres Winston C. Oreta
De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines Email:
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The United Nations International Strategy on Disaster Reduction (UNISDR) launched the global campaign on ”Making Cities Resilient-My City is Getting Ready!” in May 2010. The campaign aims to look at at a global snapshot of local-level resilience building activities and identify trends in the perceptions and approaches of local governments toward disaster risk reduction, using the Ten Essentials for Making Cities Resilient developed by the Campaign as a framework. Using the Local Government Self-Assessment Tool of this campaign, three cities in Metro Manila, namely Manila, Makati and Quezon City were assessed to set baselines, identify gaps, plan actions and have comparable data across local governments, within Metro Manila. The assessment report will present the ratings on the level of progress on the Ten Essentials for Making Cities Resilient and the initiatives of the these local governments on disaster risk reduction and management. Gaps were identified on how to improve their resiliency to natural disasters. Keywords: Resilient Cities; Disaster Risk Reduction; Sendai Framework; Metro Manila
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P1-F11 Vulnerability Assessment of the Urban Water Supply System of Davao City, Southern Philippines Ludivina M. Porticos1, Anthony C. Sales2, Joseph E. Acosta3, Hydie R. Maspiñas4, Camilo D. Victoria5, RyanP.Calvo3 University of Immaculate Conception- Davao City Department of Science and Technology-Regional Field Office XI 3 University of the Philippines- Mindanao 4 Hydrology for Environment, Life and Policy-Davao Network 5 Department of Environment and Natural Resources- Region XI Email:
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Urban water systems (UWS) are particularly at risk to climate change. If the UWS is at risk, then impacts on system infrastructure are anticipated. Particularly for water supply systems (WSS), vulnerability assessment to climate change impacts, such as flooding, is necessary to determine WSS resilience. In Davao City, 110 of 182 barangays are served with Level III water by Davao City Water District (DCWD) practically from groundwater sources extracted through production wells. The remaining 72 barangays are served by Levels I and II WSS from springs, deep wells and shallow wells. It is likely that climate change may result to increased risk of flooding, which could impact on Davao City communities and infrastructures. Thus, this study assessed and mapped vulnerabilities of the WSS vis-á -vis vulnerabilities of the communities to 100-year return floods, in 67 riverine and floodplain barangays located in 4 of 8 river systems in Davao City. Indicators for exposure, sensitivity and adaptive capacity were selected based on best available data. Database development and data integration used Geographic Information System; geographical areas prone to floods at least 1.5 m high are overlaid with other datasets to show where vulnerable people and WSS infrastructure are in relation to flood-prone barangays. Results showed very high vulnerability to 100-year return floods of the WSS and the communities in 4 barangays, and the resilience of the DCWD WSS in 3 aspects. In conclusion, 3 key areas that need intervention were identified. Keywords: Urban water system, water supply system, vulnerability, resilience
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P1-F12 Disaster Preparedness and PTSD Vulnerability Marietta B. Rasonabe1,2 and Jason S. Joven3
Technological University of the Philippines - Manila Far East Air Transport Incorporated University (FEATI) 3 Colegio de San Gabriel Arcangel (CDSGA), San Jose del Monte, Philippines Email:
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Disaster preparedness is everyone’s concern. Either your work is at risk, yet it is a matter of preparation can make a difference. This study sought disaster preparedness and positive mental attitude and traumatic experiences are related to Post Traumatic Disorder (PTSD) Vulnerability. The study used correlation design. The respondents were College students in Metro Manila. The findings apparently showed : mental set preparations in terms of social responsibility were 80%, skills preparation were only 4% , as well as 4% of the respondents were PTSD vulnerable. There was a significant relationship between traumatic experiences and PTSD vulnerability as well as disaster preparedness and positive mental attitude. It is highly recommended that disaster preparedness should be a mass in any setting. Keywords: traumatic experiences, mental set, disaster preparedness
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P1-F13 Improving Subsurface Tilt Measurement for Landslide Monitoring Using an Iterative Method for Computing Calibration Parameters Kennex H. Razon1 and Renato U. Solidum, Jr.2
Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology- DYNASLOPE Project Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology-Department of Science and Technology (PHIVOLCS-DOST) Quezon City Email:
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The Senslope Project developed an accelerometer-based sensor system for landslide monitoring. It is composed of segmented sensors packaged like pipes, and vertically deployed in a borehole. The microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) of the sensors measure angles (x,y,z) representing the orientation of each segment. Periodic measurements provide subsurface column positions and velocities, which are used for alert generation. The inaccuracies and inherent unique offsets of MEMS accelerometers result in a large margin of error in the measured angles, despite the use of a linear calibration method. This translates to a factor of uncertainty in the column positions, and velocities, which could lead to false alerts when used in an early warning system. This study evaluates a new calibration routine used to address the errors, by comparing the accuracy of sensor measurements made using both routines. Controlled tilt is applied to the sensors calibrated by the linear nineparameter method and the iterative twelve-parameter method. Errors, computed as the difference between controlled tilt values and sensor output, are compared for each method. Position-based error trends which are present with linear calibration method, were eliminated using the iterative calibration method. However, the accompanying increase in accuracy is dampened by the hardware limitations of the sensors. The study determined that using a twelve-parameter model, to calibrate the sensors, proved to be 68% more accurate than using the nine-parameter model despite the data representation restrictions. Keywords: landslide monitoring; tilt sensors; accelerometer; calibration
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P1-F14 A Study on the Disaster Preparedness of Regular Employees of National Executive Departments in Tacloban City Raul John H. Delos Reyes, Jr., Kristine May A. Doydora, Mia Nicole B. Meñez, Ma. Ciara Lyzza B. Ricafort, Romiennell Aurelita C. Tabuena, Noel B. Elizaga University of the Philippines Visayas Tacloban College Email:
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The occurrence of various natural and man-made disasters in the Philippines, like the recent devastation caused by the Super Typhoon Haiyan in the city of Tacloban, led to the loss of a lot of lives and ravaged homes. In times of these, the people always depend on the government. However, in the case of typhoon Haiyan, the government workforce was as inexperienced and uninformed on dealing with disasters, just like any other ordinary citizen. The study will describe how the different agencies effectively execute and achieve the goals and guidelines on disaster preparedness as set by the National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council and help agencies determine the weaknesses of their training programs so they can eventually correct them and make improvements. The current system in disaster preparedness by the agency will be assessed by the employees through a survey questionnaire tailored from the National Disaster Preparedness Plan issued by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council. The questionnaire used a five-point Likert scale. The result showed that most agencies have poor to fair level of current system in disaster preparedness. These agencies need to improve the level of disaster preparedness of their employees and provide additional workshops and seminars to develop their employees’ ability to respond and responsibly take action in times of disasters. Keywords: Disaster Preparedness; Typhoon Haiyan; National Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council; Tacloban City; National Disaster Preparedness Plan; National Executive Departments
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P1-F16 Dynamic Properties of Soil as Influence by Organic and Conventional Vegetable Cropping Systems Ronald D. Superioridad1 and Gina Villegas-Pangga2
Department of Soil Science, College of Agriculture, University of Southern Mindanao, Kabacan, Cotabato, 9400 Agricultural Systems Cluster, College of Agriculture, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna, 4031 Email:
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The serious degradation of soil resources has motivated some scientist and researchers to investigate management systems that are generally more sustainable. One approach in Philippine agriculture toward this is the organic farming strengthened by the Republic Act 10068. Significant changes in soil properties occurred in a single year or growing season. Soil survey, sampling and characterization were conducted on preselected certified organic and conventional vegetable farms in the Philippines. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of different farming systems (organic and conventional) on the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of soil. Production practices of the two farming systems were documented and soil characterization was structured for all sites. Research findings showed that the organic systems significantly influenced and improved the soil physical (bulk density, porosity, infiltration rate, and aggregate stability), chemical (soil pH, organic matter, exchangeable potassium, available phosphorus, and total nitrogen) and biological properties (earthworm population and soil respiration) characteristics. Vegetable cropping practices such as crop rotation particularly with leguminous crops and application of poultry manure and vermicompost as fertilizer/soil amendments were found contributory to the improvement of soil properties in the organic systems. Moreover, conventional cropping systems shows the same soil respiration rate with the organic vegetable cropping systems. This suggest that microbial population of the two systems are the same. Keywords: conventional farming, organic farming, soil properties
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P1-F17 Disaster Knowledge and Preparedness in Rural Residents Maricel M. Tizon
College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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Disaster risk is expressed in terms of potential loss of lives, deterioration of health status and livelihoods, and potential damage to assets and services due to impact of existing natural hazard. Without proper preparation and risks reduction, more and more lives will be at risk, damage and loss. The aim of this study was to assess the disaster risk reduction knowledge among residents of selected municipalities (Basey, Marabut, San Sebastian and Catbalogan) in Samar Province, Philippines. One hundred sixty respondents were invited to participate in the investigation and 146 responded, or a 91% response rate, during the months of September 2015November 2015. A descriptive research design was used in this study. Data collection was based on interviews using 27- item adopted questionnaire and descriptive statistics such as frequencies, means, percentages and standard deviations were utilized to quantify the responses. Residents in the study revealed that they were not sufficiently prepared for disaster nor they are aware of disaster management protocols in the community. In addition, respondents were sometimes knowledgeable and admitted that they are sometimes ready in terms of disaster preparedness. Vast majority were also often adaptable, often aware and moderately perceived any disaster risks that may happen. Thus, the researcher would like to recommend that government agencies should establish and strengthen capacities of communities by massive education and disaster trainings to anticipate, cope and recover from emergency occurrences and disasters. Local government should also develop and formulate disaster management protocols. Keywords: Disaster knowledge, Disaster risk reduction, Disaster preparedness, Rural Residents, Samar
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P1-F18 Framework of Disaster Preparedness Among Coastal Communities in Davao City, Philippines Moises C. Torrentira, Jr.
University of Southeastern Philippines Email:
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This study aimed to develop dimensions of disaster preparedness in communities of coastal barangay’s in Davao City. Responses from the key respondents were processed and analyzed through exploratory factor analysis. The knowledge of 9 BDRRMC action officers was also gathered through Key Informant Interview (KII) to validate the data. Based on the findings, the coastal Barangay which have sufficient Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) and frequently encounter coastal disasters are more prepared and seriously implements disaster risk reduction programming. Moreover, majority of the active Barangay volunteers for natural disasters in coastal barangays developed their skills due to series of trainings in coastal disaster management particularly earthquake and simulation drill. As a result of Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA), the researcher concluded that there are five dimensions of disaster preparedness among communities of coastal barangays of Davao City that includes awareness and knowledge on disaster risk reduction protocol, structural adaptation, governance, household disaster mitigation management and localized emergency management system. Therefore, the localized framework on the dimensions of disaster preparedness among communities of coastal barangays was developed to enhance the current disaster preparedness among coastal communities. Lastly, the disaster risk index among coastal community residents of Davao City is statistically high in terms of awareness and knowledge on disaster risk reduction protocol, household disaster mitigation management, and localized emergency management system while coastal community respondents are moderately prepared in terms of structural adaptation and governance. Keywords: disaster; preparedness; coastal; communities; framework, davao city
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P1-F19 Mobile Robot Decision Making Using Behaviour Tree Arnel D. Zamayla, Marc-Eduard E. Navarro, Ingvar R. Estorco Mindanao State University Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines Email:
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Ever since the concept of behaviour tree emerged from the computer gaming industry, a lot of study relating this concept contributed the field of artificial intelligence. In this study, we used the BT as a mobile decision making system for mobile robots to investigate whether the proposed system is accurate, and whether there is a significant difference in the performance of the system in the simulation and in actual environment. A robot soccer system was used as a test bed for this study to confirm the accuracy of the execution of the behaviours and task performed in both ideal and experimental environments. The method consists of various behaviours suited for different cases that the robot will encounter. The experiment includes success rate measurement on the robot’s execution of the behaviours as well as the task completion in both actual and ideal environment. The proposed method was able to make the actual mobile robots execute the behaviours with a 100% accuracy rate for positioning and defense behaviours and a 60% accuracy rate for shooting and obstacle avoidance behaviours. For the task completion which involves acquiring and shooting it with the presence of opposing team robots, it has an average of 75% success rate achieved in simulated test while an average of 41% success rate achieved in the actual environmental test. The results show that the robot was able perform accurately the behavior formulated. The results also show a significant difference in the performance rate between the simulation and the actual experiment. Keywords: Behaviour Trees; Soccer Robot; Artificial Inteligence
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P1-F20 ASEAN Platform of Geospatial & Space Technologies for Disaster Risk Management Hiroyuki Miyazaki
Center for Spatial Information Science, the University of Tokyo, Japan Email:
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Strengthening resilience to natural disasters is urgently needed in Asia and Pacific. Space technologies and Geospatial technologies are recognized as key technologies for solutions for building resilient societies and infrastructure since the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction states importance of geospatial information technologies and services as well as communication technologies. Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) has been conducted research projects on applications of geospatial technologies and space technologies for regional cooperation of disaster risk management in the ASEAN states.
Under the ERIA, our team, which comprises Center for Spatial Information Science, the University of Tokyo and Japan Space Forum with a support by Cabinet Office of the Government of Japan, are implementing a research project “Developing sustainable collaboration model for implementing integrated space-based/ geospatial disaster management infrastructure to strengthen the resilience in ASEAN community” since 2016. In the project, we aim to establish a trans-border mechanism of applications and solutions using geospatial technologies and space technologies with collaborations with international organization and public-private partnerships.
The paper presents i) background of the project, ii) the envisaged framework of applications and solutions of geospatial and space technologies for disaster risk management in ASEAN states, iii) strategies and roadmaps to realize the framework, iv) current outputs of the projects, such as reviews of current technology trends, reviews of strategies and plans of national and local governments and international organizations, and v) discussions on how the GNSS technologies and its communities can contribute to regional cooperation for disaster risk management. Keywords: space technology, geospatial technology, disaster risk management, ASEAN
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P2-A01 Community Funds of Knowledge as Basis for a Place-Based Environmental Science Education Program for Dumpsite School Children Rachelle Joy B. Catañones, Airah Faye A. Ortega, Annivic E. Otayde, Jessa Mae D. Pampag, Rey Mark Clarence L. Sincer and Franz Ian D. Solomon West Visayas State University, Philippines Email:
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This participatory action research attempted to examine our experience of enacting an after-school-placebased-environmental-science-education program alongside with school children living near a dumpsite. Primary co-participants of the study were 6 pre-service science teachers and their mentor in a State University and 13 school children living near a dumpsite, a Gawad Kalinga village. We utilized data sources such as photos, videos, artifacts, researchers’ notes and journals, and transcripts of interviews and focus group discussions and approached our data analysis using an eclectic of narrative and thematic analysis. Results showed that knowledge and practices of the school children living near the dumpsite reflected their social and physical environment and their interaction with their parents and neighbors. Using those knowledge and practices, we planned alongside with these children an out-of-school-place-based-environmental- science-education program, conducted in eight sessions, consisting of hands-on activities such as hand-washing; waste segregation; creation of a compost bin, improvised water filtration device, simulation model of water run-off and drainage system, and dumpsite model; and recycling of plastic materials and bottles. The impacts of our research project to research participants were summarized in three themes, namely: (a) change in perspective, (b) community as a resource, and (c) learning by doing. Our study confirmed assumptions on the importance of community funds of knowledge in contextualizing, indigenizing, and creating a culturally relevant science education experiences among school children. Implications for theory, practice, and research were discussed. Keywords: community funds of knowledge, culturally relevant pedagogy, place-based science education
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P2-A02 Natural History and the Philippine Nation Ruel V. Pagunsan
Department of History, University of the Philippines Diliman Email:
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The Philippine National Museum of Natural History, scheduled to open later this 2017, promises to showcase the country’s biodiversity. With the establishment of the nature museum, the government intends to promote national awareness on the unique position of the Philippines in understanding global biodiversity Through the Museum, the country’s biodiversity becomes part of “national identity. Much of the current understanding regarding the Philippine natural world had colonial precedents. This paper examines the institutional foundations of natural history research in the Philippines. It focuses on the undertakings of the Bureau of Science founded by the American colonial government in 1901 to facilitate and centralize natural history investigates in the country. Looking into the Bureau’s personnel, publications and public campaigns, the paper interrogates the colonial state’s initiatives to utilize natural history for scientific education, environmental awareness and identity formation. The paper links the natural history enterprise with the processes of nation and state building in the Philippines and, ultimately, hopes to contribute in the historiography of Philippine science. Keywords: Philippine science, natural history, nation-building, biodiversity
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P2-A03 Study on the Impact of Salary Standardization Law of 2016 on the Enrollees in Education Courses in Leyte Normal University (LNU) Bryan Christian C. Ricalde, Alexander Philip D. Abinguna, April Shayne E. Cadiz, Voncarlo C. Go-aco and Junas E. Jabuen University of the Philippines Visayas, Tacloban City, Philippines Email:
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Salary Standardization Law (SSL) of 2016 was implemented last year. The order was to modify the salary schedule for civilian government personnel, including teachers. The purpose of the study is to determine the impact of SSL of 2016 on the number of enrollees in Education courses in Leyte Normal University (LNU) aspiring to be teachers in the future. Questionnaires were given to respondents. Binomial Test for proportion was used to determine if the proportion of Education enrollees who were influenced by the SSL is significantly greater than 50% of the Education enrollees in LNU. Chi-Square Test was also used to determine the relationship between the influence of SSL and other factors. The proportion of the students who were influenced by the SSL of 2016 and those who were not are 20% and 80% respectively. The researchers calculated the binomial test for proportion which is -2.32. If the calculated value is greater than the critical value, reject the null hypothesis. Chisquare test for independence was used to calculate the relationship between the influence of SSL with working students and the students main reason in enrolling Education course. These findings suggest that there is not enough statistical evidence to state that the proportion of Education enrollees who were influenced by the Salary Standardization Law is significantly greater than 50%. Furthermore, there is no relationship between the influence of SSL with working students and the students main reason in enrolling Education course. Keywords: Salary Standardization Law; Education course; Leyte Normal University; salary increase; Education students
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P2-A04 Evaluation of Music Features and Statistical Pattern Recognition Classifiers: A Supervised Learning Towards Music Genre-Era Classification Edmarc B. Arucan, Elliott Jed M. Cunanan, Jerome E. Gutierrez, Jan Kristoper C. Mangarin and Cristine Claire O. Quiambao Faculty of Engineering, University of Santo Tomas Email:
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Music is a global phenomenon that has been found in every known human culture throughout the ages and a wide variety of it emerged between places and time. To better comprehend this wide variety, music experts categorized music according to its characteristics. Music genre classification is a popular problem in the domain of Music Information Retrieval used in many music streaming services which uses an automated music recommendation service similar to the Music Genome Project, that suggests songs based on similarity of songs that the user is interested in. Statistical pattern recognition classifiers are tested to identify the set of feature extractors that would represent the genre. To form this, a database of extracted musical feature sets is built from a song collection consisting of three different genres. The performance of each musical feature set is assessed by training different feature classifiers through the k-fold cross-validation technique. The accuracy varied for different machine learning classification algorithms. Results show that among the classifiers used in the system, Platt’s Sequential Minimal Optimization algorithm gave the biggest accuracy of 75.556%. The top three feature extractors that gave a significant distinction among the genre categories are the Mel Frequency Cepstral Coefficients, Linear Predictive Coding, and Root Mean Square. With these findings, the proposed system gave a higher accuracy of genre classification compared to others. Keywords: music genre classification; statistical pattern recognition; music information retrieval
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P2-A05 Developing New Patterns and Designs for the Local Weaving Industry in Paoay, Ilocos Norte Lawrence A. Eclarin, Wilben Christie R. Pagtaconan, Ciriaco T. Ragual, Lawrence John C. Tagata and Leonila Y. Rico Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines Email:
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Modernization affects our culture and traditions in various ways. Industrialization and globalization have resulted to a more competitive market for locally manufactured products. This study was conducted to aid in the development of patterns and designs for the local weaving industry in Paoay, Ilocos Norte and establish means to sustain the local weaving tradition. Patterns were generated using a computer application based on a mathematical algorithm. Weaving drafts of patterns generated were used as basis for threading and threadling counts. Surveys, consultation meetings and training programs involving weavers and stakeholders were conducted. New patterns were generated and used for weaving. The woven cloths were used as materials for bags, clothing and upholstery. Challenges and problems faced by weavers were identified which included the need for locally spun cotton. Consultation meetings with the local weavers, bench marking with other weaving communities and the conduct of training programs provided useful information to aid in the sustainability of the local weaving tradition. The study establishes the importance of research in product development and innovation. The project also highlighted how research can help preserve our cultural heritage and formulate solutions to problems facing local industries. Keywords: loom weaving; pattern generation
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P2-A06 Development of Analyzer Based Power Factor Correction Device Meddy S. Mangaring, Nikko Ardel P. Floretes and Lady Ann M. Fabillar Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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The ever increasing energy demand nationwide leads to the increase of distribution and transmission losses. Improving the power quality places an important role in suppressing power losses and disturbances in the electrical system. Mostly, electrical loads are inductive that generates reactive power component which causes poor power quality. However, correcting power factor by switching capacitor enhances the power quality profile of an electrical system. This paper presented the development of power factor correction (PFC) device through the use of power analyzer as primary instrument. Data from the analyzer was received and manipulated by microcontroller unit which perform switching capacitor in the electrical system. Application of capacitive power was depend on the reactive power drawn by the electrical load and the associated program embedded to the microcontroller. The PFC device automatically improves the power factor of the electrical system up to 95 percent. As a result, the apparent power drawn by the electrical system and the electrical current injected to distribution line was decrease. It does not apply capacitive power once the overall power factor of the electrical system is above 95 percent or capacitive. Its adaptability to power monitoring and energy metering equipment is easy since it uses power analyzer which serves as the interfacing component. Keywords: Microcontroller, Reactive power, Power quality, Efficiency, Power losses, Power distribution
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P2-A07 Psycological Well-Being of Street Children in Catbalogan City Ma. Cristina Y. Abalos, Mae V. Canal and Lady Ann M. Fabillar Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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Cases of community-based street family has been offered services such as rehabilitation, counseling, and child sponsorship programs. However, upon release from the rehabilitation center, the identified families still went back to the streets, specifically, children. The study looks into determining the psychological well-being of these street children in the city of Catbalogan, Samar, Philippines. The descriptive and comparative analysis research design were utilized in determining the psychological well-being of the street children. This study revealed that street children are enjoying their stay in the streets because they have friends who affirm their activities because they are doing the same thing. Hence, these children feel happy, joyful and cheerful. They are satisfied about themselves. However, the source of this happiness is plainly basic-getting what they need-food through begging. Therefore, parents should be provided with livelihood programs so they can sustain their capacity to provide for their family and keep their children out of the streets. Keywords: Psyclological well-being; rehabilitation; socio-economic capacity; street children; beggars
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P2-A08 Web-based GIS Ancestral Domain Management Using Pull Technology Vicente A. Pitogo
College of Engineering and IT, Caraga State University, Philippines Email:
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The changes made by emerging technologies brought a significant effect on how people deal with everyday living even the least and reserved individuals in the community. In the Philippines, especially the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP) a commission empowered to take the necessary protection and preservation of welfare, rights and culture among IP’s has been affected by this rapid changes, particularly the ancestral domains. Gathering and producing of information has always been a challenge over the years and eventually was resolved into manually storing and keeping of data. The development of the project uses Iterative Model which involves Build, Design and Development and Testing Phases. CADT’s are identified and shape files for the map are digitized; functional prototypes are designed in a web-based platform; and all modules of the system are tested for user acceptability. A “Web-based GIS Ancestral Domain Management Using Pull Technology” is a response to the pressing needs of the commission to deliver of service to their clients; digitized spatial data banking. The respondents find that the software is useful; friendly user interface and reliable information in a timely and efficient manner. The system aids the NCIP Caraga offices store their data on a database with centralized data server. This enables them to transact online which is more efficient than the usual manual processes. With the visuals of the map, they can easily figure out the location and information of the CADT’s. Keywords: Web-based, GIS, Ancestral Domain, Pull Technology
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P2-A09 A Study on Relationship between Customer Co-Creation Strategy and Senseware for Realization of SOCIETY 5.0 Toru Fujii
HITACHI, Ltd., Japan Email:
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Society 5.0 is the Japanese growth strategy that the Cabinet Office plans. Society 5.0 is a new economic society in the IoT era. It follows the hunting society (1.0), the agricultural society (2.0), the industrial society (3.0), the information society (4.0). In this context, Japanese electronics manufacturers are promoting customer co-creation business. This strategy is aimed at the creation of a new value creation business by cooperation of merchants and customers. This value creation process is formed by knowledge creation theory and tacit knowledge (sense wear). In this paper, Ｉ introduce the Japanese science and technology innovation strategy. Then, from the case of the service business of 3 electrical manufacturers in our country, we examine the knowledge creation theory of customer collaboration business and the role / problem of tacit knowledge (sense wear). Keywords: society 5.0, customer co-creation, business knowledge, creation theory, tacit knowledge (sense wear)
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P2-A11 Study on New Smart City Standpoint from Business Continuity Management in Japan Wu Huiyan and Takehiro Tanaka Toyo University, Japan
The growth of smart cities has been remarkable throughout the world. The concept of a smart city as a new type of urban lifestyle has been receiving much attention worldwide. This research study investigated smart city standpoint from business contininuity management in Japan, it will introduce the smart city projects implemented in Japan and discuss their future prospects. Business continuity management (BCM) is a series of strategic operation process, which include formulation, implementation and review of BCP. In the process of BCP formulation, a business impact analysis (BIA) is conducted in the first place, where targets, activities and impacts related to business continuity are clarified and subsequent risks are identified. Then, systems and facilities on which priorities of restoration should be placed are selected and restoration procedures are designed. The BCP create guidelines explains that a long business suspension not only puts a company’s trade connection to trouble but incurs the risk of losing its confidence and that the preparation of plans for such occasions is a strategic issue for the business protection. The guidelines were revised to the 2nd edition of Business Continuity Guidelines in November, 2009, and the 3rd edition of Business Continuity Guidelines in August, 2013. In the 3rd edition of Business Continuity Guidelines, attention is called to the preparation for a wide range of potential risks to deal with unforeseen incidents by thinking back on such disasters as the Great East Japan Earthquake and the Thai flood. Based on the experience of supply chain interruption, the guidelines mentions alternative strategies and countermeasures, accentuating the importance of various linkages between business partners, trade organizations and local interested parties. Keywords: Smart city, BCM, BCP, Japan
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P2-A12 Wings of Benevolence: The Introduction of Man-Powered Flight and Aviation in the Philippines, 1909-1919 Patrick John F. Mansujeto
Philippine State College of Aeronautics Email:
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Airplane is one of the greatest contributions of United States to scientific invention. The first successful flight by the Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina happened on December 17, 1903. This development in aviation technology happened side by side when the Americans were consolidating their colonial power in the Philippines. By 1909, American aviation troupes started to arrive in the country to entertain, excite and amaze the people of Manila. This study will be about the start of man-powered flight and introduction of aviation in the Philippines during the American colonial period from 1909-1919. The study aims to construct a historical narrative about the introduction of aviation in the Philippines base on primary sources such as documents, newspaper article, photographs and memorabilia. In addition, this study will also try to point out, that it was not only through education, political ideas and infrastructure that the benevolent assimilation was realized but also through the introduction of technology which is in this study is the introduction of aviation. Furthermore, the study will illustrate how science and technology unveil a newer sides, newer dynamics and newer actors in the colonial relationship between the Philippines and the United States. Keywords: History of Flight, History of Aviation, History of Science and Technology
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P2-A13 A Statistical Analysis on Estimating the Exchange Rate of the Philippines Jackie D. Urrutia and Joseph Mercado
Polytechnic Univeristy of the Philippines, Manila Email:
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Exchange rate serves as the basic link between the local and the foreign markets for several products, services, and financial assets. Movements in the exchange rate can disturb domestic prices of imported goods and services, the cost of servicing on foreign debt, and the country’s external sector through its impact on foreign trade. This study aims to forecast the Exchange Rate (y) of the Philippines for the next five years starting from 2016 to 2020, and determine which among the determinants: Inflation Rate (x1); Purchasing Power of Peso (x2); Interest Rate (x3); Exports (x4); Imports (x5); and Balance of Payments (x6), is a significant factor that can influence Exchange Rate. The researchers used the monthly data of the variables starting from January 1999 to December 2015, which were gathered from Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas with a total of 204 observations. In forecasting the dependent variable, the researchers used the Box-Jenkins Methodology. The researchers also examined the granger causal relationship between the variables using the Pairwise Granger Causality Test. Johansen Cointegration Test was also used to check if there exist cointegration among the variables. Stepwise Multiple Linear Regression was performed to determine the significant factors that can actually predict the Exchange Rate. This paper will help the government in monitoring the Exchange Rate, and implementing measures to maintain the order and stability in the foreign exchange market. Keywords: Box-Jenkins Methodology, Exchange Rate, Johansen Cointegration Test, Pairwise Granger Causality Test, Stepwise Multiple Linear Regression
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P2-A14 Determinants of Farmers’ Demand for Rice Crop Insurance in the Ilocos Region, Philippines Glo Ann N. Balcita
National Economic Development Authority, Regional Office 1, Philippines Email:
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Crop insurance is used to mitigate the negative effects of climate change and other agricultural-related perils. It stabilizes farmers’ income and protects formal lenders from potential loan default of farmers in the event of crop loss. In the Philippines, crop insurance is not a commonly-used risk management practice despite being considered as one of the most disaster-prone countries in the world, considering that agriculture sector is the most affected sector by weather and climate-related disasters, and notwithstanding the premium subsidy that is provided by the government. Given this situation, this research aims to determine the factors that affect farmers’ demand for rice crop insurance in the Ilocos Region, Philippines. This study utilized both quantitative and qualitative approaches. A field survey was conducted in Barangay Cabangaran, Umingan, Pangasinan. A key informants interview was also undertaken to validate the results of the survey. Using backward stepwise logistic regression, this research found that tastes and preferences, farmers’ expectations about future yield and yield risks, premium subsidy, and availability of complementary goods significantly affects farmers’ decision to avail crop insurance. Land tenure, premium subsidy and reputation of the insurer positively influence the choice of farmers to purchase crop insurance. Farmers with higher perceived yield and yield risks have higher chance to avail crop insurance. And, both complements and substitutes of crop insurance have positive effect on crop insurance availment. This study recommends that the government should take into account the effect of these factors in repackaging its crop insurance programs. Keywords: crop insurance, insurance demand, binary logistic regression, insurance availament
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P2-A15 Conservation by Liberation: The Sanctuary of San Roque Cathedral, Caloocan Demetrio C. Alcaraz, Jr.
Research Center for Culture, Arts and Humanities, University of Santo Tomas, Philippines Email:
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When the San Roque Cathedral reached its two hundred years in 2015, the Parish Pastoral Council decided to embark on a major project to highlight its bi-centennial celebration. In 2012, a decision was made to have a major renovation of its sanctuary with the intention of upgrading the same to the level of a cathedral it being the seat of the Bishop of Caloocan. D.C. Alcaraz Jr. & Associates was commissioned to do the conservation study and subsequently the design for its renovation. After various investigations, research and evaluations, it was deemed necessary to focus on its most significant architectural element, which is the baldachin. Although the church has endured two hundred years, the last renovation left a very significant change in style that brought to light the previous architect’s imprint. Thus, liberation restoring technique through philological intervention was deemed necessary to reveal the original character of the sanctuary. Since the existing apse was the focus of the renovation, will a new design safeguard its historical meaning? Moreover, can new technology and materials be appropriate to co-exist in this setting? The upgraded function of the church to a cathedral requires an enlarged sanctuary, thus, the necessity of a new architectural intervention. Keywords: Conservation; liberation restoring; philological intervention; imprint; historical;baldachin
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P2-A16 The Voice of Families Living Under The Mactan Bridge, Cebu: Calling for Immediate Social and Economic Assistance Glydene B. Lumapas, Amelia M. Bonotan, Jonalyn E. Montalvo, Lousiline T. Silawan Cebu Normal University, Philippines Email:
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The Philippines is among the countries in Asia with a large number of urban slum dwellers. Slum is a heavily populated urban area characterized by substandard housing and squalor. The purpose of this study, conducted during SY 2016-2017, is to unravel the lived experiences of families living in slums specifically under the Mactan Bridge of Barangay Looc, Mandaue City, Cebu Philippines. The study utilized the qualitative design, specifically, the descriptive phenomenological study.. The researchers conducted semi-structured interviews and observation with 12 families who are living under the Mactan Bridge. Most of them came from provinces outside Cebu. Some of the themes unravelled are: seeking for better access to job opportunities; hand-to-mouth existence; deprivation of government services; toilet for all. The researchers recommend that government agencies like the DSWD and NGOs consider checking out the needs of these families such as health services, livelihood, poverty reduction program and other educational programs to help these families in positive ways. Keywords: slum area, poverty, phenomenology, job opportunities, health services
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P2-A17 Living with the Albularyos in Selected Areas of Las Piñas City Jonathan R. Adanza
St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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Using an eclectic design that is a mélange of Giorgi’s descriptive phenomenology and that of hermeneutic or interpretative phenomenology, this study explores the phenomenon of Filipino shamanism. The experiences of 6 informants, who believed and advocated the albularyos in selected areas of Las Piñas City and were selected through purposive and snowball sampling, were used to describe this phenomenon and eventually extracted principles that are relevant to the Philippine health care delivery system. This yielded 3 themes that are called Tawas, Kandila and eventually Langis. These metaphors represent the albularyo’s indigenous and diverse beliefs and practices, spirituality, and health care system, respectively. A highlight of the study reveals the significance of primal worldview that pervasively influences how Filipino shamanism maintains its distinctive culture. This worldview manifests into a double-header belief, which is called in religion as the split-level Christianity. Keywords: albularyo, shamanism, culture, worldview, phenomenology, qualitative research
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P2-A18 Water on Bicol West Coast as Material and Non-Material Culture Rey Dennis L. Gilbas1 and Sherill A. Gilbas2 Bulan Water District, Philippines Sorsogon State College, Philippines Email:
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Water is always treated traditionally in its environmental context. It is always regarded as part of the natural sciences and studied in terms of ecological aspects including physical and geographic. In this paper, water is considered as both material and non-material culture of the community. It focused on the anthropological approach that deals with water utilization, valuation and perspectives on water safety, of the residents in the municipality of Bulan, Sorsogon. The study used qualitative data gathering through field and direct observations and focus group discussions. Thematic analysis was employed from the informants’ in-depth interviews. This paper found out that the socio-economic aspect of the community was affected by the availability of water, water use, and how people value water. The population growth, communal activities and climate change affected local residents’ perspective on water. Hence, water is a material and non-material culture of the community which require a continuous process of adaptation. It is recommended that each resident and various agencies in the local community should have cumulative effort to sustain safe and practical use of water, an indispensable societal culture Keywords: Water; Bicol West Coast; Material and Non-material Culture; Bulan, Sorsogon, Philippines
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P2-A19 Framed, Located, and Profiled: Framing Overseas Filipino Care Workers in Crime News Published in Pinoy-ofw.com and Inquirer.net Brian S. Bantugan
St. Paul University Manila, Philippines Email:
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On May 28, 2014, a Saudi website called Riyadh Connect reported that a Filipino man working as a service worker in an ice cream chain in Saudi Arabia was gang-raped and left for dead in the desert. He was in the Intensive Care Unit of a hospital when the news was released. On October 2, 2014, around three months after the tragic ordeal, his unpaid hospital bill alerady amounting to SR 250,000 deprived him freedom. This case shows a Filipino service worker who has become chained to overseas work, a lasting trauma, and a hospital prison. He was a victim but was later turned into a violator. This turn from care worker to someone who needs or is deprived of care is the take-off point of this study. This study locates and maps online news of overseas Filipino care workers that report them as perpetrators and victims of crimes. Through document content analysis, Filipinos in crime news items in Pinoy-ofw.com and Inquirer.net March 2013 - March 2015 were profiled and were mapped according to crime news, sex, crime involvement, and crime category distribution. Constructed together with textual analysis, it revealed that crime news in in the two sites frame overseas Filipino care workers as mostly female in the Central Asian and Asia-Pacific Region that are as either equally likely to become violated or violator in mostly felony and felony-misdemeanor crimes. The manner of their framing has an establishment-bias, and are presented in an episodic template that tends to attribute causal responsibility to individuals and treatment responsibility to the “punitive†or legal institutions of the host country. Keywords: crime news, inquirer.net, pinoy-ofw.com, felony, felony-misdemeanor, misdemeanor, infraction, care worker, overseas Filipinos
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P2-A20 Ancient Goldworking in Butuan: An Archaeology of a Pre-Colonial Science and Technology Victor P. Estrella
Archaeological Studies Program, University of the Philippines Diliman Email:
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This paper examines the gold archaeological materials recovered in Butuan, Northeastern Mindanao, Philippines. The collection is now housed and curated in the National Museum Region 13 Butuan City Branch. The gold artefacts were found in Butuan in the 1970s during the course of the Balanghai Archaeology Project. They represent a goldworking sub-assemblage in the area from the 10th to the 15th century CE. The study employs an archaeometric investigation of the gold finds, recording its general dimensions and conducting a technical study through low-powered magnification. The examination reveals that they were products of goldworking techniques observing Southeast Asian standards of weight and technical conventions. The study argues that goldworking technology, in Butuan in the past, is a multidirectional and complex social phenomenon. Hence, the gold items analysed in this research project were products not only of the materials’ physical and mechanical properties and the Southeast Asian conventions on gold measures and standards, but more importantly, of the goldworking techniques applied by and the worldviews of artisans. More importantly, the research project demonstrates how archaeology can reveal not only the materials and the technology of their manufacture behind the artefacts, but also the people and the society that created and enabled such technology in the past. Keywords: Archaeology of Gold; Butuan Goldworking; Ancient Technology
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P2-A21 Codifying and Intellectualizing the Base of Life: Towards a Development of a Preliminary Glossary of the Habits, Customs, and Festivities in the Philippines Imelda P. De Castro
Research Center on Culture, Arts and Humanities, University of Santo Tomas Email:
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This study is principally concerned with codifying and intellectualizing the multifaceted body of tenets of the five fundamental central Philippine languages leading to the development of a preliminary glossary of the habits, customs, and festivities in the Philippines. Capitalizing on the qualitative approach on the codification through the belief systems, this is in concordance with examining the habits, faiths, customs, traditions, and festivities of the five major ethnic groups in the Philipines namely Kapampangan, Bicol, Cebuano, Waray, and Hiligaynon. It is through the analysis of the complex whole belief systems that meaning is rendered dynamic and transitory underscoring the incessant means of modifications and reformulations as well as the unremitting interactions of vast cultural angles, standpoints, and situations in the intertwining spheres of the political and social. Through the analysis of the lexical terms on the belief systems of the central language groups in the Philippines, the development of the Filipino became more cohesive and interconnected. The similarities and differences among the senses of the terms, its relevance and validity across local cultures, were validated and evaluated considering the very premise that these terms are products of a socially constructed process, and significantly form part of the individual-collective dialectic, possessing inherently multiple meanings. The intercultural approach on the analysis of terms across Philippine languages also entailed a context-based methodology wherein the cultural bearers and native speakers are considered as active participants in the process of meaning making. Keywords: Belief Systems, Central Philippine Languages, Codification, Filipino, Intercultural Approach,
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P2-A22 Satirical Techniques and Tropes in the Novels of Merlinda Bobis: A Call for Change Sherill A. Gilbas
Sorsogon State College, Philippines Email:
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This paper aimed to identify the aesthetics of satire in the novels of Merlinda Bobis. It unveiled how the author literarily criticizes society in the three novels, Banana Heart Summer, The Solemn Lantern Maker and Fish-Hair Woman using the five satirical techniques and devices of satire; exaggeration, incongruity, parody, reversal and defamiliarization. Specifically, it sought to have described the novels’ theme, tone, structure, characters’ representation and signification. The socio-political and cultural aspects are traced using food, star and hair as primary tropes. Likewise, the reality frame from the depicted societal problems in the novels is presented. The paper is a descriptive-qualitative type of literary criticism. Applied in the treatment of material was the formalist-contextualist theory. The study found that there are five particular types of Filipino/Bicolano satire as revealed from the use of the five techniques and devices of the satire as cited above. They are culture-based, and anchored from people, the locale’s history, and experiences. Bobis’ novels aim to call for a change and positivity amidst the cultural idiocies of the Filipinos, particularly Bicolanos. Keywords: satire, novels, literary device, formalist theory, Bicolanos, Philippines
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P2-A23 Rose Petal Marmalade: Its Acceptability and Edibility Level Apriel Aura A. Cacho
Northern Iloilo Polytechnic State College, Lemery Campus, Lemery, Iloilo, Philippines Email:
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This scientific research aimed to investigate the acceptability and edibility level of the rose petal marmalade as evaluated by the students and teachers of NIPSC Lemery Campus, Lemery, Iloilo. The product further evaluated the product in terms of its taste, color, texture or mouthfeel, appearance, aroma and palatability. The respondents were purposively selected considering 35 BEED and 15 teachers of NIPSC Lemery Campus. The researcher-made instrument for the level of acceptability and edibility was used to determine the results. After the experiment, the results showed a “very acceptable” level for its taste, color, texture, appearance, aroma and palatability. For its edibility, the rose petal was found out to be ”highly edible” in general. In terms of its taste, appearance and palatability, it was evaluated as ”very acceptable” while in terms of its color, texture and aroma it was described as ”acceptable”. For the inferential data analysis, no significant difference was noted in the acceptability level as per evaluation made by the students and the teachers. When considering the differences of the level of edibility, a significant difference was determined as per evaluation of the students and teachers-respondents. The investigation also showed the difference of the evaluation of the students and teachers in terms of taste, color, texture, appearance, aroma and palatability. The results showed no significant difference in color, appearance and aroma, however, a significant difference was noted in terms of taste, texture and palatability. Keywords: rose petal, acceptability. edibility
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P2-A24 Loboc River Balsa: Hope to a Waning Rondalla Pedro G. Jayectin
Bohol Island State University, Bilar Campus, Bilar, Bohol, Philippines Email:
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The study aimed to find solution to revive the waning condition of rondalla specifically comparza. Qualitative and quantitative descriptive research design was used. Interviews to some 25 active and former comparza members including principals/trainers were done in some selected localities while purposive sampling with questionnaire was answered by 67 members of Loboc River Balsa Performers. Frequency count, percentage, and ranking were determined and Kendall’s Coefficient of Concordance W was used to show the agreement or concordance of the 4 comparza principals regarding the causes of comparza’s waning. Of the 25 interviewed respondents, most were males in their 60’s and farmers, 9 (36%) have existing comparza and 16 (64%) with incomplete comparza members. Majority of the 67 Balsa Performers were young, students, used ukulele as music instruments and motivated to work because of income from their performances. The computed W is .59 greater than the tabular value of .44 at .05 level of significance. There is the agreement or concordance of the 4 principals/trainers regarding the causes of waning of comparza, first of which is the loss of its members due to natural death with no young to replace them. There is a need to train new breed of young comparza members provided they can earn income. The Loboc River Balsa Performers can be trained as future rondalla members and a showcase of young string musicians. Partnership between the government and private sector as well as the academe must be ventured out to reintegrate rondalla especially on tourism services. Keywords: Rondalla; Balsa; Musika; Deterioration; and Rejuvenation
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P2-A25 Farmers’ Satisfaction on National Irrigation Administration (NIA) Services in Sorsogon Graham M. Naz1, Ryan V. Dio2, Mae H. San Pablo1 and Jesus Maria G. Alindogan3
Sorsogon State College - Bulan Campus Sorsogon State College 3 National Irrigation Administration - Sorsogon Masbate Irrigation Management Office, Sorsogon, Philippines Email:
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Clientele satisfaction must be a vital concern to government offices. The farmer’s satisfaction feedback has immense significance to understand the level of service quality that NIA provides to its major stakeholders. This cross-sectional descriptive study utilized the triangulation of survey, unstructured interview, and field visit to determine the extent of farmers’ satisfaction with NIA services in Sorsogon province. The one-page Farmer’s Satisfaction Survey (FSS) was administered to 45 randomly selected farmers identified through stratified sampling technique equally allocated to each of five Irrigator’s Association (IA). With a mean of 3.74, the study revealed that the farmers are “satisfied” with NIA services, particularly on the quality of trainings and capability building seminars provided (4.09), and the quality of construction/rehabilitation of irrigation facilities (3.96). Using F-test (at 0.05 significance level), it was found that satisfaction of farmers when grouped according to sex and IA has no significant difference; there is, however, a significant difference on some mandated services when grouped according to age (the elder vis-a-vis younger farmers) and number of yield (higher vis-a-vis lower yield). Furthermore, when grouped according to stratum (upstream, midstream, downstream) and river irrigation system (RIS), there is a significant difference in the farmer’s satisfaction on particular services’ equitable delivery and distribution of water irrigation. The participatory program within and among the agency’s stakeholders as an approach to improve the delivery of its services along water distribution, maintenance of irrigation facilities, capability-building programs, information dissemination and other innovative projects should be explored. Keywords: Farmer; Extent of Satisfaction; National Irrigation Administration (NIA); Services; Descriptivesurvey; Sorsogon
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P2-A26 Students’ Viewpoints on Mathematics Courses in Engineering: A Basis for Improvement Avelino G. Ignacio, Jr.
Bulacan State University, Philippines Email:
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This research is about the Adamson University’s third year regular engineering students’ viewpoints on mathematicscourses in engineering as basis for improvement. The objective of the study are as follows: (1) to identify the engineering students’ views on the content of the mathematics courses taught in engineering education; (2) to identify the engineering students’ views on the teaching style used in the mathematics courses; (3) to identify the engineering students’ views concerning the faculty teaching the mathematics courses for the engineering departments; (4) to determine how do students’ viewpoints on mathematics courses in engineering serve as basis for improvements. The researcher used qualitative research method. The respondents consisted of 12 regular third year engineering students of Adamson University. To improve the interview questions, a pilot study has been conducted with 5 sophomore engineering students of Adamson University to make sure that the words used in the interview questions can be grasped by students; and can provide answers and explanations to the problem posed in the present study with the aid of 2 experts. Based on data obtained from the research findings, students’ viewpoints on mathematics courses to engineering are categorized under five (5) main themes and thirty (30) subthemes including one hundred forty two (142) codes. The main themes are as follows: the content of the mathematics courses, perception on relevance, lecturer’s focus, teaching styles, and the assessment process. Keywords: students, viewpoints, mathematics,engineering
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P2-A27 E-Government as a Tool to Monitor Government Accountability Maria Pilar M. Lorenzo
Institute for Integrality and Asian Development Bank Email:
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In spite of the existing government accountability measures there are still many gaps in living transparency in the bureaucracy. This paper seeks to evaluate a new tool “ E-Government” in monitoring government accountability using the Governance framework (taking into consideration the tripartite paradigm of government, civil sector and business sector). E-Government, as defined by the World Bank (2016), refers to the use of government agencies of information technologies that have the ability to transform relations with citizens, businesses and other arms of government. Given the mediation of technology, there is a possibility for an increased dissemination of information and democratization of government services, in which costs in terms of time, distance and financial expenses are thereby reduced. Therefore, it can be said that E-Government propounds participation, responsiveness, accountability, and thereby, an inclusive national development. The paper will also discuss the tool’s innovations and features. A brief history of E-Government in the country will also be tackled specifically touching upon the current Philippine Digital Strategy, Government Information Systems Plan (GISP) and the E-Government Master Plan (EGMP). The more salient chapters of the study will cover the assessment of E-Government practices in the country using the criteria set forth by the United Nations (2001) and by a local matrix suggested by Siar (2005). Lastly, evaluation and recommendations are provided. Keywords: government accountability; Governance framework; democratization of government services; criteria for evaluation; inclusive national development; practices
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P2-A28 Becoming Teacher-Writers of Mother Tongue Books in an Indigenous Cultural Community Mari Mercedes E. Arzadon
College of Education, University of the Philippines Email:
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The Indigenous Cultural Communities comprise nearly 20% of the Philippine population and are counted among the marginalized and underserved. The Indigenous Peoples’ Right Act was passed 20 years ago which included a provision on education to be delivered in their own language, in a manner appropriate to their cultural methods of teaching and learning. However, there was no strong program to realize that end until Mother Tongue Based Multilingual Education (MTB-MLE) became an education reform program of the Department of Education in 2009. The author used qualitative methods using school visit and class observations, structured and unstructured one-on-one and group interviews and consultative assembly. Despite of the lack of support, several ICC teachers in Buguias, Benguet Province took initiatives to write MTB-MLE materials in their own Kankana-ey language using their own personal funds and support from the local government. In a span of two years, they produced a reading primer, a Math workbook, 160 Kankana-ey and 11 Filipino big books, and scores of charts for various subject areas. Seminars-workshops, conferences on MTB-MLE along with bi-weekly School Learning Action Cell meetings became sources of knowledge. The learning experience during actual writing of materials involved collaboration, dialogue, and improvisations. The book writing experiences did not only produce mother tongue materials but it also provided valuable learning experiences for teacher-writers as they were enabled to reflect about their own childhood English dominated schooling experiences, the intricacy of languages, and the effect of languages in teaching practice. Keywords: mother tongue; multilingual education; Indigenous Education
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P2-A29 Naturalizing Spaces: Traditions of Dehumanizing Spaces and The Concept of Nature Vincent M. Oville
Department of Geography, Univeristy of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City Email:
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Nature is one of the complex terms that we often take for granted. It may mean differently for different cultures and societies, but it is evident that the dominating discourses and traditions do point to this word as intrinsically separate from society. This dichotomy is implicated in various tenets of our everyday life as we are often bombarded with news, images, and representations of how we, humans, destroy our environment. The objective of this paper is to analyze and examine the different recurring ideas and discourses that have been persisting in many physical sciences and disaster risk management. In this paper, I employed discourse analysis as a method. I specifically identified the different current environmental issues that push some scholars and environmentalists to think of a different solution that promote the dehumanization and “naturalization†of spaces. Then, I explored the three major traditions that plague the dominant environmental thought and discussed some critiques and reasons why they are not entirely true. I also discussed the theoretical and the historical bases of these traditions and discourses as I am implying that they do not come from a black hole. It was revealed that many ideas and discoursed are dependent upon the traps of neo-Malthusianism and tragedy of the commons. While these ideas and discourses are dominating the debates and paradigms, there should be a reformulation of how we should approach current environmental issues for a pro-people, inclusive, and genuine environmentalism. Keywords: Nature and society;discourses;traditions;space
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P2-A30 Ang Wika sa Pampaaralang Espasyo: Tanawing Pangwika sa Apat na Kampus ng Sorsogon Staste College Sharon D. Mariano, Led D. Encinares, Felisa D. Marbella, Amelita C. Bernal Sorsogon State College, Sorsogon, Philippines Email:
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Ang pananaliksik na ito ay naglalayong malaman ang tanawing pangwika sa apat na kampus ng Sorsogon State College. Pangunahing datos sa pananaliksik na ito ay ang mga sign na makikita sa loob ng kampus. Upang mabalikan at masuri ang mga datos ang mga sign na ito ay kinunan ng larawan gamit ang isang digital camera. Ang mga larawan ay dinawnload sa computer at pinanatili ang orihinal na anyo nito. Sinuri at binigyan ng interpretasyon gamit ang frequency count at pagrarango. Ang resulta ng pag-aaral ay nagpapakita na ang mga sign na bumubuo sa tanawing pangwika sa apat na kampus ng Sorsogon State College ay karatula sa kalye, babala, pangalan ng gusali, plakeng panggunita, karatula ng nagbibigay ng impormasyon, at advertising signs. Ang gamit ng wika sa mga tanawing pangwika ay Filipino, Ingles,at iba pang wika sa Pilipinas (wikang rehiyonal). Ang mungkahing gawain upang mapaunlad ang tanawing pangwika gamit ang wikang Filipino ay bigyang-diin sa konteksto ng Pilipinas, ang mga saliksik tungkol sa tanawing pangwika ay hindi lamang dapat magtapos sa paglalarawan ng tanawin kundi ang pagbuo ng mga kautusan o batas para mabago ang paggamit ng wika. Inirerekomendana hikayatin ang mga namumuno mula sa pinakamataas na gamitin ang kontekstong wikang Filipino sa pagbuo ng mga tanawing pangwika bilang wikang komunikasyon. Pasiglahin ang pag-ambag ng mga wikang rehiyonal sa pagbuo ng mga sign sa pampaaaralang espasyo at maging sa pampubliko ng espasyo. Ipaalam sa mga namumuno ang kahalagahan ng pagpili ng wika, hindi lamang Ingles sa pagbuo ng mga sign. Keywords: Tanawing Pangwika, Wika, Wikang Rehiyonal, Sign
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P2-A31 Using Soft Systems Approach to Examine Technology Transfer of Seaweed Tissue Culture in Indonesia P. Alamsyah, K. Sari, A. Y. Asmara, S. Mulatsih and Kusnandar
Center for Science & Technology Development Studies, Indonesian Institute of Sciences, Jakarta, Indonesia Email:
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Creating and developing technology are essential, but technology will become meaningless without implementation. Thus, the issue of technology transfer has grabbed scholars’ attention, both in developed and developing countries. The issue of technology transfer was challenging to understand and difficult to act upon. This paper proposed soft systems approach for understanding biotechnology transfer of seaweed tissue culture in Indonesia and focused on the relationship between SEAMEO-BIOTROP (Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization - Southeast Asian Regional Center for Tropical Biology), a public research institution which has generated seaweed seed from tissue culture and Center for Mariculture Development of Lampung (CMDL) which acts as an intermediary of technology transfer process from SEAMEO-BIOTROP to seaweed farmers in Lampung province, Indonesia. Soft systems approach was used for analyzing and problem solving in such complex and messy situations. This approach was appropriate to conceive the changing of articulating demand from technology adopter to technology generator, creating network between adopter-generator, and providing resources (fund, technician, industrial-scale laboratory) for technology commercialization. Data was obtained from in-depth interview with researchers and officers of SEAMEO-BIOTROP; seaweed farmers in Ketapang, Lampung province as technology recipient; and Center for Mariculture Development of Lampung (CMDL) as technology intermediary. Keywords: technology transfer, biotechnology, soft systems, seaweed tissue culture, intermediary
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P2-A32 Market Analysis for Innovation Products Using Ethnographic Market Approach Anang Hidayat, Mauludin Hidayat and Tommy Hendrix
Center for Innovation – Indonesian Institute of Sciences Innovation Building 2nd Floor, Jakarta-Bogor Highway KM. 47, Cibinong, Bogor Regency16912, Indonesia Email:
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In the world of business and entrepreneurship, marketing is an absolute thing that must be run. For the life of a company is selling, and sales may occur if have any good marketing strategy. It is difficult enough if the product is a new brand, and how these products should enter the market?. The introduction of new products into the market requires a substantial amount of funds for the cost of marketing. Then, what if the capital is still very limited?. Thus, in this study will design a strategic business model associated with product innovations developed by the Centre for Innovation through LIPI technology incubator program, namely toiletries products that have a differentiation in the use of nano-silver as the most important component. The purpose of this study is to develop a strategic model in the marketing of new innovation products from LIPI innovation center. The market analysis is an absolute thing that must be done for new products entering the market, including the analysis of products, competitors, and market potential. The purpose of market analysis in this study is a perspective view market environment in terms of the needs and expectations of consumers and market reactions and sensitivity, particularly related products toiletries. In addition to market analysis, the study will focus in perspective ‘Right Products at the Right Place at the Right Time’ to assess the momentum and the location were exactly how these products should be launched. Meanwhile, product promotion strategy is a priority assessment in developing an effective promotional model with minimum cost. While an understanding of the best forms of service to consumers is also the focus of this study also. This study is a qualitative method to obtain an overview of the data and customer insights using Ethnographic Market (Ethno-Mark) approach. Ethno-Mark approach does not intend to describe the characteristics of the population or generalize conclusions, but watching and observing to find out ‘why do people do what they do’ not only comes from the words of the respondents, but enriched with observations, either in the form of activity as well as photos, images and symbols related to the respondent and toiletries products it uses.
The results show that this approach is very effective in detecting ethno-mark toiletries consumer behavior from four perspectives, namely the potential and sensitivity to market, product, place and momentum, promotion strategies and services as part of product attributes. Toiletries are products that have a high market sensitivity, so the price difference will greatly influence consumer choice, thereby pricing strategy is a top priority for the new brand toiletries. Consumers have not been too prioritizing value addition of technology for toiletries products, thus the need to consider the design promotions that highlight technology as product differentiation with the new brand. While for developing marketing models, it is necessary to design a marketing mechanism using information technology, and social media based marketing network. Keyword: Ethnographic Market, Innovation Product, Marketing Strategy
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P2-A33 Emerging of Science Technology Park to Enhance Regional Economy through Strategic Alliances Tommy Hendrix and Anang Hidayat
Center for Innovation – Indonesian Institute of Sciences Innovation Building 2nd Floor, Jakarta-Bogor Highway KM. 47, Cibinong, Bogor Regency16912, Indonesia Email:
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Competitiveness from formulating innovation and technology nowadays becomes primarily focus on integrating development of prosperities in the economic area. Establishing Science and Technology Park (STP) believe can be a vehicle in promoting innovation-based economic growth within the framework of regional and national innovation systems. Meanwhile, STP created in goals to encourage regional innovation and competitiveness due to increasing contribution in economic development, also defining as a leading sector in creating a conducive environment for local community’s technopreneurs.
Enhancing regional economy in term has many alternatives derivative from development nurturing regional economic, which have arelationship between factors including the actors involved in the implementation of STP became an obstacle. The strategic alliance is one of the management approaches that can be used to answer the question. The purpose of this study was to review the impact of the implementation of the strategic alliance and its influence on regional economic development on STP through performance and impact on R & D result implementations. Locus of this study is the Cibinong Science and Technology Park (C-STP) in the district of Bogor- Indonesia, which will be on the analysis of the factors of strategic alliances operated, as well as analyzing the impact on regional economic growth. This research obviously formulated and focused on developing a model of strategic alliances for C-STP which have a significant impact on regional economic growth close connection for enhancing rural development area especially environmental capability in implementation R & D result in C-STP. Keyword: Cibinong Science and Technology Park, Regional Economic, Strategic Alliances
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P2-A34 Progressive Introduction of Free Education in Japan and Korea: a Strategy for Sustainable Development against Birth-rate and Population Decline in the Future of Asian Countries Akio Watanabe
Kobe University, Japan Email:
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Both the Constitution of Japan(1947) and the Constitution of the Republic of Korea(1948) specify the right to receive education and free compulsory education. Japan(in 1979) and Korea(in 1990) have ratified the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights(ICESR) that prescribes the right to education. The article 13 of ICESR determines not only free primary education but also the Progressive Introduction of Free Education(PIFE) at the level of secondary and higher education. Our study group analysed the factors and the backgrounds of PIFE policies. In the 2010s, the Japanese government advanced a policy of high school tuition free and the Korean government promoted a policy of half down the university fee by national scholarship. The direct factors are the changes of Japanese government in 2009/2012 and the Korean citizens’ movement in 2011 and the Korean president election in 2012. The backgrounds seem to be the birth-rate and population decline in Japan and Korea. This trend of Japan and Korea suggests to another Asian countries that in the future of fewer children society, it will be necessary to examine not only free compulsory education but also the PIFE at the level of upper-secondary and higher education as a strategy for sustainable development against birthrate and population decline. PIFE will contribute to promote the inclusive education for all. Keywords: International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights(ICESR), right to education, Progressive Introduction of Free Education(PIFE), birth-rate and population decline, sustainable development society, inclusive education for all
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P2-A35 Comparative Analysis of PFI’s BOT Applications to Transport Infrastructures in Major Cities of Asia Takehiro Tanaka
Toyo University, Japan Email:
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Nowadays, in the period of the development of the social economic when the private companies are developing rapidly and they take part in various kinds of investment, the transportation investment is becoming more popular and expanding. The corporation of state and private firms in the world has been formed for a long time. In Vietnam, this kind of corporation also appeared several years ago, however, it is only appeared in some organizations like BOT, BT, BTO and it was conducted in some projects. However, the projects which are followed by model PPP are not really popular, most of them are supported by BOT model. The works of BOT project have some special features and quite complicated. Thus, almost BOT projects are not successful, the successful ones are small projects. In reality, because the BOT projects have appeared recently, the legal and financial plocies are not united and comprehensive the management system is not completed. These problems raised some problems during conduction which lead to unexpected results of the projects. All the work, especially the work conducted in transportation building are concluded in different conditions, various places with different condition of materials, faultes and technical solutions. They are also deployed and operated in different condition, frameworks of management and operation, the labaus taking part in the conduction and the firms involved in the project. Thus, the problems related to the projects are unavoidable. Moreover, the projects relating to the transportation building are more complicated. Because of these matters, the subject Risk management appraisal of BOT project in building transportation will arm to clarify matrix of hazard faced by BOT form. From that, some solutions will also be mentioned to help the projects in BOT form in transportation building avoid encountered risks so that this form will develop more rapidly and bring benefits in building infrastructure for transportation system. Evaluate and propose measures to reduce risks for BOT Projects in building Transportation. To achieve the ultimate purpose, the research should perform the aim: The rationale for the project management, risk management, investment mode of BOT. Experience in risk management for transportation projects of the countries in the world. To status appreciate the methods applied BOT of building Transportation in Vietnam. Determining risk category of transportation projects. Qualitative appreciate the faculty to happen risks of BOT projects. Recommend measures to reduce and avoid risk of BOT project in building Transportation. Keywords: Risk Management, PFI, Vietnam, Japan
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P2-A36 The Suitability of the Mapa ng Loob Personality Inventory among Adults Lower in Educational Attainment and Socioeconomic Status (ALEASES) Gregorio E. H. del Pilar, Glaiza Mae B. Superable, Monique Louise L. Maglaqui and Farah Iman F. Deogracias Personality Research Laboratory, University of the Philippines Diliman Email:
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The Masaklaw na Panukat ng Loob (Mapa ng Loob) is a 188-item Filipino personality inventory based on the FiveFactor Model, considered by many to be a breakthrough for having put order in the rich but disorganized literature on personality traits. The model has been adopted by researchers in personality psychology and related areas (health, work, psychopathology, political attitudes). As is true for personality inventories in general, the Mapa was developed mainly on university student samples. It has demonstrated adequate psychometric properties, making it acceptable for research and applied purposes in a growing number of educational, government, and business institutions in the country. The present research was undertaken to investigate the extent to which the Mapa ng Loob can be used for Filipino adults lower in educational attainment and socioeconomic status, who far outnumber those with a university education, but who have benefitted less from personality testing. The Mapa Short Form (50 items) was administered to 101 market vendors in Metro Manila for the purpose of gauging data quality from such a group. Results showed that the reliability of the scales was fully adequate for two of the five main scales, but less so for the remaining three. Results from two university-educated samples (N=780, N=320) are presented for comparison purposes. Hypotheses regarding the obtained pattern of results from the ALEASES group, and possible remedies to improve their scale reliabilities, are proposed. Keywords: personality testing, personality traits, lower educational attainment, lower socioeconomic status
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P2-A37 Framing Water Conflict at the Tigum-Aganan Watershed in Central Philippines Rhodella A. Ibabao1, Ma. Ida M. Siason2 and Teresita S. Espinosa2 College of Management, 2College of Arts and Sciences University of the Philippines Visayas, Miagao, Iloilo Email:
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There is a growing literature on water conflict that focuses less on transnational disputes and more on issues at the local level. Water issues at the local level have been found to occur frequently, are part of everyday reality, and to turn violent if not abated. Further, the literature shows that culture influences the nature of dispute and that framing is used as a tool to manage conflict. Data were largely generated through focus group discussions with households, village officials, and farmers.
A key finding is that stakeholders’ conflicts revolved around the quality, quantity and accessibility of water which frequently led to verbal altercations but seldom turned to formal complaints. Disputes developed around the frames of aspirations, substantive frame, justice, and complexity of information. The low intensity conflicts observed at TAW are influenced by the Filipinos’ prime value of establishing, maintaining and restoring smooth interpersonal relations. By identifying and understanding the issue frames of stakeholders, constructive interventions can be presented to manage conflict at the local level. The study highlighted the prominence of the use of the aspiration frame across all stakeholders. Conflict is warded off because the basic need for water is met, although through different water system levels ranging from direct water extraction off rivers, wells and springs to the water district with its treatment plants and inhouse pipes. Although these access systems are neither perfect (water district is experienced as unreliable) nor convenient (water drawn from rivers using hoses to common tanks), residents have habituated to the situation and, having accepted it, are not disposed to elevate it into actionable conflict. Potential positive outcomes that constructive conflict can produce are missed out. This can be addressed by reframing the water issues so that it stimulates more developmental action from stakeholders, service providers and government. Keywords: conflict, culture, framing, smooth interpersonal relationships, Tigum-Aganan Watershed, Philippines
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P2-A38 From Physical to Human Development: An Integrated Strategy towards Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Choerunisa Noor Syahid and Kurnia Novianti
Research Center for Regional Resources-Indonesian Institute of Sciences Email:
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The climate change phenomenon are forcing cities in the world to prepare its serious impact, particularly for environmental condition. This efforts is not only adaptation but also in very well planned mitigation strategy. One of the cities that pay attention to its impact is Rotterdam. Many literatures mentioned that Rotterdam has become a references for other cities in the world, especially in adaptation and mitigation strategy in flood management. The Rotterdam city government has been successfully proved through infrastructure development and increasing public awareness on their programs. This paper aims to get lesson learned from Rotterdam about adaptation and mitigation processes in flood adaptation, since Jakarta is facing similar problems. The data obtained by using qualitative methods through interviews, observation during the field research, and focus group discussion with relevant stakeholders. The research comes up with analyzes about concept and forms of adaptation and mitigation to flood, which are not only the role of Rotterdam’s city government but also the community, scholars, NGOs, and private sectors. The research results show that cooperation and coordination between stakeholders are the important key in facing climate change impact. In addition, the history also proved that cooperation and coordination are build withing long and complicated process, and not easy to achieve. Finally, this paper is recommending to all stakeholders in Jakarta to learn from Rotterdam in synergized between ideas and practices among the stakeholders. Therefore Jakarta is expected to become a city that can respond the climate change impact in the present and future. Keywords: climate change, adaptation and mitigation, flood, stakeholders, Rotterdam
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P2-A40 Historical Formative Process and Present Subjects of Siem Reap Central Area Chihiro Kuroiwa and Takeshi Nakagawa Waseda University, Japan Email:
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Siem Reap central area in Cambodia is located on the cross point of 2 roads from Angkor Thom Citadel Ruins and Siem Reap River. In 1907, Ecole Francaise Extreme-Orient (EFEO) established their office in Siem Reap, and started research on Angkor Monuments. At that time, the central area was formed as the present city. Still, 1920s-40s’ buildings are remaining around the Old Market. From its geographical features, the site has developed as the base of Angkor Monuments’ tourism. Though the growth, the area has problems piled up. There are pollution and traffic jam as a part of urbanization problems, and the coexistent development of the city with the ancient heritages as a part of indigenous present subject. In this research, through the results of field survey, I would like to consider the formative process of Siem Reap central area around 1920s, subjects of the present city condition, and the development of the future city as a base of UNESCO World Heritage site. Since 2013, we conducted the survey in the objective area, such as measuring of shophouses, interviewing to the residents. Also, I researched the old archives of Siem Reap to capture the formative process of the city structure. The present subjects of Siem Reap central area and its formative process was considered. We need to propose the area development as a base town of UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keywords: Siem Reap, Cambodia, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Shophouse, Colonial Architecture, City Formative Process
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P2-A41 Diffusion of Innovation in Technology Incubators As Part of the Innovation National Agency Towards Inclusive Development V. Susirani Kusumaputri, Yovita Isnasari, Maidina Center for Innovation LIPI, Indonesia Email:
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Innovation is one of the important pillars that counts in determining the index of global competitiveness. In 2016, Indonesia is ranked 52 in the Global Competitiveness Index issued by WIPO. Previous studies reveal establishment of a technology incubator that facilitates start-up companies is one solution to develop new businesses with an active, innovative component. The diffusion is the process innovation passed through time among the members of a social system through certain channels. The diffusion and adoption of technology act as a pathway to increase the level of economic and social, when communities participate in creating the opportunities and sharing the benefits of development towards inclusive development. Diffusion of innovation is important for both start-ups’ profitability and economic growth of communities in the nation. Our aim was to examine the diffusion of innovations occurring in technology incubator described in Rogers’ Diffusion of Innovations model, through the familiar bell-shaped curve. The method used in this article is a qualitative descriptive, through information searching related to the topics. Moreover, surveys and on-site interviews were conducted with the start-ups and those associated with at the technology incubator in Center for Innovation LIPI. The diffusion model indicates that the diffusion of innovation is crucial for inclusive development and competitiveness. The results also point towards the segmentation of the diffusion of the innovation curve. Keywords: diffusion; innovation; technology incubator; inclusive development
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P2-A42 Ang Nasod Sulod sa Atong mga Balak (The Nation in Our Poems): The Filipino Nation in Cebuano Modern Poetry from Sa Atong Dila: Introduction to Visayan Literature (Edited by Merlie Alunan) Lady Flor N. Partosa
Silliman University, Philippines Email:
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How can Filipinoness unify an archipelago of different regions, ethnicities, and languages? In an attempt to chart a national identity, policy makers have instituted Filipino as the national language based on Tagalog but which combines features of different Philippine languages. This policy of having Filipino and English as official languages, however, has eclipsed literatures that are not written in these languages. They are cast aside as “regional” because their expressions are too narrow to be considered national literature. Focusing on selected Cebuano poems, which appear in the section ”Mga Bag-ong Balak” from the book Sa Atong Dila: Introduction to Visayan Literature by Merlie Alunan published by the University of the Philippines Press in 2015, the research aims to prove that national identity is strengthened through regional literature. My study centers on how the texts construct the nation, reflecting the literary techniques of the New Criticism by making the universal concrete through local sensibilities and images. This research also turns to Benedict Anderson’s seminal concept on nationalism as well as Stuart Hall’s and Arjun Appudarai’s insights on ethnicity and locality. The analysis reveals that the Cebuano poems indeed uphold narrative of the nation; with a language that is direct and intimate, national concerns such as gender issues, colonial history, pop culture, migration, linguistic barrier, community experience, and global to local connection become accessible through modern Cebuano poetry. With this, the research seeks to promote a paradigm that envisions an inclusive Filipino identity one that celebrates and upholds regional and local expressions. Keywords: national identity; Cebuano poetry; ethnicity; literature; humanities; inclusive growth
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P2-A43 An Assessment of the Implementation Aspect of the Engineering Research and Development for Technology Local Graduate Scholarship: The Case of the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Engineering Pepito T. Dizon
National College of Public Administration and Governance, University of the Philippines Email:
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This study evaluated the implementation aspect of the ERDT Local Graduate Scholarship, a Philippine national program primarily created to address the lack of researchers, scientists, and engineers (RSEs) in the Philippines, in the case of the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Engineering. The evaluation covered six main implementation phases namely recruitment, application, selection, acceptance, enrolment, and graduation. The study used convenience sampling through online survey for program beneficiaries and purposive sampling through interview schedule for program implementers. The study found out that the ERDT was quite successful in its intake rates. Pursuit of graduate studies, be more highly employable, to conduct high value research, and recommendation of a faculty member were among the top reasons why scholars opted to apply for ERDT. However, ERDT’s graduation rates were problematic. A significant number of scholars who entered the program did not graduate on a desired span of time due to procurement concerns and changes in research topics and advisers. The study also discovered that some scholars were not actually aware of their different scholarship entitlements which resulted to delays in processing or non-utilization. Also, the program has no concrete mechanism to track ERDT alumni. Keywords: ERDT, Local Graduate Scholarship, RSEs, Implementation
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P2-A44 Poverty and Food Insecurity and the Overcoming Efforts in Indonesia Tri Bastuti Purwantini and Rita Nur Suhaeti
Center for Agro-socio Economic and Policy Studies, Ministry of Agriculture, Republic of Indonesia Email:
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Background: Poverty and food insecurity belong to global problems. In Indonesia, poverty figure is still high. Similarly, food insecurity in Indonesia is also quite high, so that efforts to alleviate poverty and food insecurity must be done continuously as also related to SDGs fulfilment.\r\nMethods: Poverty indicator is poverty line that based on average expenditure on food and non-food minimum values, the data was obtained from the National Agendy for Statistics. Food insecurity indicator was energy consumption share <70% of the recommended standard and data source was National Agency for Food Security. Some cases from literature study enriched the paper. The data were descriptively analyzed. \r\nResults: During the last five years, the poors percentage of poor had decreased, but the magnitude of the poors had increased. The poverty incidence in rural areas is worse than in urban areas and the gap got worse. However, during 2010-2014 the food insecurity fluctuated and decreased for -4.7%/year. Therefore, Indonesian welfare was getting better. \r\nConclusion: The poverty indicators and food insecurity aspects showed that Indonesian was a relatively prosperous population. However, because poverty and food insecurity were very vulnerable to strategic environmental changes, the efforts to alleviate poverty and eradicating food insecurity should be continuously conducted, both using inclusive approach and exclusive approach. Keywords: poverty, food insecurity, inequality/gap, welfare
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P2-A45 Fostering Innovation for the Inclusive Growth: Technology Licensing’s Role of Center for Innovation Yovita Isnasari, Maidina V. and Susirani Kusumaputri Center for Innovation, Indonesian Institute of Sciences Email:
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The way to manage inventions has changed from individual to organization (university) oriented and technology transfer offices (TTO) oriented. One of the ways is to license the technology. Technology licensing is done not only to transfer the technology but also to increase the competitiveness of companies that received the licensing. Fostering innovation for the inclusive growth is aligned with the Indonesian Center for Innovation’s mission, and hence it is obliged to transferring the technology from the research center to the society through licensing. However, little is known about how the Center for Innovation conducts technology licensing. Therefore, this article is aimed at analysing the technology licensing’s role in the Center for Innovation. To realise this objective, a qualitative study is done. Secondary data related to innovation and technology transfer has been collected and will be analysed in a descriptive manner. There are five models of technology licensing that have been applied at the Center for Innovation. The choice of the model is determined by type of technology and the company that will utilise the technology (i.e. licensee). In the past five years, the Center for Innovation has assisted nine licensed technologies with six different technologies. In addition, the companies that use the results of the license range from small companies to large corporation. This shows that the Center of Innovation supports technology licensing for inclusive development.This article has discussed all types of technology licensing used by the Center for Innovation. Keywords: Inclusive growth; technology licensing; innovation; competitiveness
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P2-A46 Online Shopping Buying Behavior Using Social Media of the NwSSU Students Eugene C. Calumba, Jerico A. Perez, Marco James A. Aleluya, Shagne Corrine S. Jaropojop and Leo Jesus M. Lacaba College of Management, Northwest Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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Internet shopping is a phenomenon growing rapidly nowadays. The convenience of online shopping renders it an emerging trend among consumers, especially the youth whose focus on this area is influenced by the prevalence of computer education and electronic communication. Therefore, this study was conducted to determine the online shopping buying behavior using social media of the NwSSU students, Calbayog City. The study made use of descriptive survey design utilizing 377 college students as respondents. Researcher made questionnaires were used as data gathering instruments. Data collected were treated statistically. It answered questions on profile of the respondents, assessed online shopping buying behavior using social media of students in terms of selected indicators, and identified the problems encountered in online shopping using social media. Most of the respondents were 19-20 years old, out of the 377 students-respondents 247 were female indicating a 65.60%. with the top three courses being BS in Secondary Education, BS in Civil Engineering and BS in Mechanical Engineering. Fourth year students were the top respondents. Most respondents came from low income families. The findings revealed no significant relationship between the online shopping behavior of NwSSU students and their profile. Hence, the researchers concluded that online shopping buying behavior of student-respondents is not affected by age, sex, course and year level, and family income. Keywords: Online Shopping; Buying Behavior; Social Media
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P2-A47 Mini Alternating Current Generator Using Heat of Candles Benedict B. Aguimatang, Jeric P. Mendoza, Mikhael Aaron Santos, John Lenon E. Agatep and Froilan D. Mobo AMA Computer College Olongapo Campus, Philippines Philippine Merchant Marine Academy San Narciso, Zambales, Philippines Email:
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BACKGROUND: The proponents design and develop a generator that can be powered by heat of a candles instead of gasoline to help the people who are suffering from electricity problems. The world now is experiencing great technology, which is almost all people even kids owned a huge types of appliances or gadgets in their home.
METHODS: The researchers proposed a project focusing on creating a generator type machine that can produce Alternating Current (AC) from heat of a candle, which is a waste energy. Creating such a convenient device will benefits the users of the proposed project to use Alternating Current (AC) Electricity. RESULTS: The Mini AC Generator using Heat of Candles will serve as a backup power supply for people who live in areas that have no electrical power. The proposed system will help people to save their money from buying expensive backup power supply like fuel-powered generators.
CONCLUSIONS: Based on the findings, The proponents found out that “Mini Alternating Current Generator using Heat of Candles†can be an alternative power source in charging mobile devices. Keywords: alternating current, generator, heat candles
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P2-A48 A Critique to Inclusive Urban Development: From the Informal Settlements of Lusaka and Jakarta Norihisa Shima
Department of Regional Development Studies, Toyo University, Japan Email:
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Inclusive urban development came into global agenda as typically seen in recently adopted Sustainable Development Goals and New Urban Agenda. In this context, informal settlements, such as slums and squatters, in Asian, African and Latin American cities has long been the most serious challenge to be addressed, and recently there is increasing awareness of securing land tenure of slum dwellers to make them inclusive to urban development. How does secured land tenure affect living environment of informal settlements? Thus, this paper aims to illustrate the impact of land tenure over living environment of informal settlement, based on the case studies of Lusaka and Jakarta, and to discuss the issues, proposing for the appropriate approach. The field investigation, questionnaires and interviews were conducted to at three informal settlements in the cities of Lusaka and Jakarta. The results confirms the effectiveness of secured land tenure in terms of dwellers’ less fear of eviction as well as women’s empowerment, but the living environment is being degraded even compared to the un-secured land tenure areas. Rather they still try to keep better living environment according to the rules embedded in the community. The conclusion admits the positive outcome of secured land tenure, but at the same time reveals the limited role of secured land tenure based on individualistic right, and therefore proposes the necessity for the collective right. Keywords: Inclusive urban development, Informal settlement, Land tenure, Living environment
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P2-A50 Bird Music-Dance Traditions as Expressions of Indigenous Place-Making in Select Asian Countries Maria Christine Muyco, PhD
College of Music, University of the Philippines Email:
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In this paper I extend my study of the ideology underpinning the binanog (hawk-eagle music dance tradition) of Panay Bukidnon, one of the indigenous groups based in Western Visayas, Philippines, to include other bird expressive cultures in Asia, particularly the Tai-Yai of Thailand, the Hmong of Laos, and the Dayaks of Malaysia. The ideology, and associated practices from these philosophies and practices, that I focus on here is the concept of place-making. Through the support of Japan Foundation, I conducted fieldwork in these particular communities in collaboration with other scholars with research experience in focusing on these communities. Each collaboration addressed how bird music-dances manifest self-determination over land, or in some cases, migratory patterns. These definitions and connections form the basis of defining a homeland and the meaning of a homeland. In each of these cases, displacement shapes this process. The peoples included in this study have, to greater or lesser degree, lost their land to government projects such as military incursions, mining and water dam projects, and a range of impacts generated by globalization. I look at the discourses of Appudarai (1996) on localization as well as indigenous ideologies such as the sibod of the Panay Bukidnon, and among other local forms of motivations, beliefs and practices within these communities, to more thoroughly understand how a select group of indigenous Southeast Asian indigenous peoples assert their rights over land, to negotiate uses and access to these lands, and to settle frictions among various agents accessing these lands.
This research contributes to the understanding of IP cultural issues. As such bird music-dance practices, and the concepts communicated through such practices, inform a range of policy or quasi-policy goals and activities. Various NGO, activist and policy organizations have a stake in deepening their understanding of such processes, such as the National Commission on Indigenous Peoples (NCIP), which I have worked with for many years, as well as ASEAN and UNESCO. Place-making depends on cultural survival, and cultural survival depends on cultural practices. To date ASEAN has articulated broad policies and efforts related to indigenous issues and cultural expressions; on the other hand, UNESCO has a long history of work in these areas, as demonstrated by sponsoring research, organizing conferences and symposia, and archiving. Cross-cultural research of indigenous cultures and the issues they raise are beneficial for generating policy research on for IP issues, as well as developing information for that could be used in education, intellectual property rights protection, and other related cultural services
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STRAND 2: Eco-environmental studies and Ecological Engineering
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P2-B01 Adaptation Strategies of Vegetables Farmers Experiencing Climate Occurrences in Paoay, Atok, Benguet Felisa L. Malabayabas1, Juan M. Pulhin1 and Rowena DT. Baconguis2
Department of Social Forestry and Forest Governance, College of Forestry and Natural Resources, Institute for Governance and Rural Development , College of Public Affairs University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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The effects of climate occurrences on the production of crop yield pose serious threat to the sector of agriculture. These occurrences believed to cause significant changes in temperature, precipitation, occurrence of extreme weather conditions, and sea level rise which affect the agricultural sector in various ways. This study specifically sought to identify the climate occurrences that affect the farmers and enumerate the strategies addressing problems in pest management, water management and nutrient management together with other general adaptation strategies of upland vegetable farmers experiencing climate stresses in Sitio Paoay, Atok, Benguet. A total of 53 farmers served as respondents of this study. A case study was employed that includes the used of survey questionnaire as well as in depth interview and focused group discussions in gathering responses.
The climatic stresses that affect the production of the crops include: strong typhoon, drought, and hail. Most of the adaptation strategies revolved around cropping pattern, nutrient management, pest and disease management and water management. However, the practices of the farmers in terms of the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, fungicides were never been determined if it was a sound practice. Thus, it is suggested that extension worker should monitor farm activities regularly in order to strictly impose sound agricultural adaptation practices. Keywords: climate stresses, adaptation strategies, vegetable farmers
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P2-B02 Level of Knowledge on Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction Management of the Municipality of Tingloy, Batangas Anita P. Aquino, Angelica A. Macalalad and Daryl M. Magpantay Batangas State University, Philippines Email:
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Disaster preparedness education is necessary in building and maintaining resilient communities. Knowledge development and raising awareness through IEC materials on preparedness, mitigation, risk reduction and adaptation would reduce impact of natural and human made disasters. In order to successfully affect mitigation and adaptation measures, competency in the knowledge and skills on disaster preparedness and response is essential. In addition, documentation of, learning from and sharing of good practices on disaster reduction management will encourage participation and generate commitment of the different stakeholders on DPR/CCA PROGRAM.
This study focused on the level of knowledge on climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction and management of the 118 barangay officials from the 15 barangays of the Municipality of Tingloy, Batangas. A survey questionnaire was distributed to the respondents to determine their level of knowledge on the different aspects of climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction and management. Results showed that most of the respondents have enough knowledge but do not fully understand the basic concepts of climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction and management and not knowledgeable on the following aspects; climate change policies and actions, tools and techniques for disaster risk reduction and DRR-CCA Integration. The results of the study served as a basis for the module designed for the training of barangay officials. Keywords: climate change adaptation; disaster risk reduction and management
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P2-B03 Climate Change Coping Mechanisms of the Upland Communities of Agoo, La Union: Basis for an Intervention Program Frederick G. Tadifa and Flordiliza B. Dalumay
Biological and Physical Science Department, College of Arts and Sciences. Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State UniversitySouth La Union Campus, Philippines Email:
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Upland communities are not exempted from the effects brought about by climate change. Among these effects are water shortage, low crop production which results to decrease of income in the family and destruction of land which is the main source of livelihood of people in the upland. This paper assessed the coping mechanisms of the upland communities towards climate change, and determined their profile, degree of knowledge and experiences, and the degree of effect and coping mechanisms of respondents towards climate change. To gather data, a structured interview was employed. The study revealed that the respondents maintained an average number of members in their household. Their main source of income is farming. The respondents are highly knowledgeable on the aspects climate change. They experienced various negative impacts of climate change, but they maintained that these have moderate effect in the various aspects of their life: economic, environmental, and social. The moderate effect implies that the respondents are already performing mitigating actions towards climate change. The respondents claimed that they do not get support from the government. Fortunately, the respondents help themselves by employing coping mechanisms to mitigate the effects of climate change. Keywords: climate change, coping mechanism, uplands
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P2-B04 Environmental Sustainability Practices in Samar State University, Philippines Juniel B. Tagarino, Charmaine R. Quina, Maricel M. Tizon, Dolores L. Arteche Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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Background: Higher education institutions (HEI’S) have a critical role to play in preparing society to adapt to the impacts of climate disruption. Internationally, many higher education institutions have responded to this major challenge by making environment sustainability central to the critical dimensions of the university life. In spite of the growing interest for environmental sustainability among higher education institutions internationally, most HEI’s in the country have not yet embraced sustainable development as a major organizing principle for education. This study aims to determine the extent to which Samar State University is sustainable in its teaching, administration, overall campus operations and outreach. This study will utilize quantitative and qualitative approach. The Unit-based Sustainability Assessment Tool (USAT) is a sustainability assessment tool for use in establishing the status quo relating to education for sustainable development initiatives and sustainable development practices in universities was adopted in this study. Samar State University in terms of sustainability practices using Unit Based Sustainability Tool reflected 1.63 average rating which connotes or indicates that the evidence shows poor performance in the concerned indicator and this is about 25% of full information regarding the indicator. Though the University has existing policies and guidelines, but the result shows that the implementation and practices are poorly implemented in the university. The University should revisit its curricular program offering to integrate environmental sustainability and to strengthen the implementation of the existing environmental policies for a more sustainable environment and program in the university. Keywords: Environmental Sustainability, Higher Education Institution, Samar State University
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P2-B05 Training of Barangay Officials on Disaster Risk Reduction and Management and Climate Change Adaptation Anita P. Aquino, Abegail L. Gonzales, Daryl M. Magpantay, Lizabeth B. Tejada Batangas State University, Philippines Email:
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This project is funded by World Food Programme-USAID in partnership with Batangas State University and Municipality of Tingloy. The main objective is to raise awareness about climate change, internalizing climate change adaptation and building local capacity in practical climate change adaptation and disaster preparedness and reduction through training workshop to be given to the Barangay Officials. The trainings include several possible climate change adaptation activities and disaster risk reduction and management with emphasis on water and coastal management problems of the communities. The first part of the project is the training of trainors facilitated by Conservation International. It is a 3-day activity which focused on Adapting to a Changing Climate, Disaster Risk Reduction and Management, Training Design for Communities and Training Practices. The second part is the conduct of needs assessment for barangay officials to determine their level of knowledge and understanding on climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction and management. The third part of the project is the design and development of a training module on DPR/CCA based on the result of the needs assessment. The last part of the project is the conduct of a two-day training for the barangay officials and LGU’s of Municipality of Tingloy. Most of the barangay officials and selected LGUs completed the training. Keywords: climate change adaptation; disaster risk reduction and management
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P2-B06 Rice Farmers’ Knowledge of Climate Change and Adaptation Practices in Low-Lying Municipality in Leyte, Philippines Enrique P. Gatela, Jr. and Lilibeth Gatela Miralles Visayas State University – Alangalang, Philippines Email:
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Climate change is an emerging threat to rice production that could result to rice deficiency. Rice farmers need to understand climate change for them to be able to cope with the devastating effects of extreme shifts in weather conditions. This study examined rice farmers’ knowledge of climate change and climate change adaptation practices in Santa Fe, Leyte. Randomly selected 76 rice farmers from 12 rice-producing barangays were interviewed and series of FGDs with multi-stakeholders were conducted. The results revealed that rice farmers in Santa Fe were generally not knowledgeable of climate change. Very few claimed they were knowledgeable and had heard about it from television, radio and people’s hearsay. Changing the rice variety planted, synchronized planting with adjacent farms, improving drainage, and engaging in off-farm income sources were the most common climate change adaptation practices. Majority do not practice organic rice farming despite its being a highly recommended adaptation strategy. Age, farm size, belief and knowledge of climate change significantly influence farmers’ climate change adaptation practice of improving farm drainage. The study recommends intensive information dissemination to rice farmers on the causes and impacts of climate change, other recommended climate change adaptation strategies, and the environmental benefits of organic rice farming. Keywords: Climate change; Climate change adaptation practices; Rice farmers; Knowledge
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P2-B07 Environmental Conservation and Restoration of the Volcanic Crater Lakes and a Sagpond, Habitats of the Spirulina in Myanmar Thura Oo1, Than Than Thwe2, Nu Nu Win3, May Yu Khaing3
Sagaing University, Myanmar Department of Geology, Dawei University, Myanmar 3 Sagaing June Pharmaceutical and Foodstuff Industry Ltd, Myanmar Email:
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There are some crater lakes and sagponds with profuse blooming Spirulina algae in Sagaing Region, Myanmar. Among them, one of the well-known crater lakes is Twin-taung, located on the east bank of Chindwin River, north of Monywa town. This ancient volcano and nearby other craters are part of the Central Pluto-volcanic line of Myanmar. The scientific study of the Myanmar Spirulina has been reported since 40 years ago and is being harvested and produced for the supplements for human health and as organic fertilizer. However, the annual yields of the Spirulina from the high alkaline water in these geologic structures are found to be declined with increase biochemical, physical and biogenic contamination. Field observation and analysis are carried out. Contamination observed in these alkaline waters is studied for the restoration of the environment or the habitat of Spirulina. In addition, the geotechnical aspects of these ancient volcanos and the depression are also examined for the understanding of the host rocks and structure which prevailing the niche of this blue-green algae. The wall-rocks of the volcanic structure are andesitic extrusives. The sagpond with booming blue-green algae is Yega Lake, occurred in the well-known Sagaing Fault zone, just north of Sagaing. The depression is occurred in the dilation zone together with remobilized ultrabasic rocks. The ecological controlling factors are deiscussed. Due to the anthropogenic contamination and geological characteristics of the rocks and the structure, the habitats of the Spirulina are impacted but can be restored. Keywords: crater lake, sagpond, Spirulina algae
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P2-B08 Preliminary Assessment of Tourism and Fishery Benefits of Marine Protected Area of Barangay Hugom, San Juan, Batangas Angelica A. Macalalad1, Heidi B. Gonzales1, Anacleto Caringal1, Bernard Lunar2, Daryl Magpantay1 and Dexter Pagcal1 Batangas State University, Philippines De La Salle University –Lipa, Batangas, Philippines Email:
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The MPA managers plan to expand and disseminate knowledge and awareness on the relevance of the MPAs to the residents of San Juan. The project had two objectives: 1) preliminary assessment of the tourism and fishery benefit of the Marine Protected Area of Brgy. Hugom, San Juan, Batangas; and 2) identification of society and visitors’ willingness to pay (WTP) to support financial sustainability and conservation of MPA’s. The methodology involved design of survey instruments and data gathering through focus group discussion, key informant interview and interview of tourists and LGU officials. The Municipal Tourism Office of San Juan revealed that for the period of three months (March, April and May 2012), there was an estimated 18,000 tourists at La Luz and Palm Beach Resorts. Swimming, the most preferred recreational activity was enjoyed by tourists as resort guests once they went for a day-trip with an average cost of 1,005 pesos per person (inclusive of entrance fee, meals and use of resort facilities). The result of the FGD among the members of the “Samahan ng mga Maliit na Mangingisda” regarding their average fish catch in a week for the month of July, 2013. The major catch was Buraw. The total average weekly catch per fisherman was 14-19 kg with an average weekly income of 1120-2280 pesos. The gross weekly earnings of the fisherman ranged from 320-1480 pesos. The community people agreed to pay 2 to 100 pesos while the tourists were willing to pay 8 to 300 pesos per month. These data provided satisfactory results for this study, considering the role of the community and tourists in the conservation of the MPA. Keywords: Marine Protected Area, Tourism, Fishery
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P2-B09 Activated Carbon from Swietenia Mahogany and Its Application for Chromium(VI) Removal Angelica A. Macalalad1 and Bryan John A. Magoling2 Batangas State University Far Eastern University, Philippines Email:
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In recent years, utilization of activated carbon (AC) for removal of heavy metals in wastewater has shown good results and continuous efforts is being done in exploring novel precursors that could produce high adsorbing activated carbons. In this paper, we optimized the preparation process of activated carbon from Mahogany fruit husk (MFH) agricultural waste by varying independent variables such as impregnation ratio, heating temperature, and heating time. Optimum condition for the preparation of MFHAC was established using central composite design (CCD) with response surface methodology (RSM). Surface functional groups and morphology of the derived activated carbon were determined through Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy, Boehm titration, energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy, and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). The adsorption kinetics and isotherm exhibited by the modified activated carbon were also examined. Overall, we developed activated carbon which could serve as an alternative, economical, and efficient adsorbent to remove Cr (VI) from solution. Keywords: Activated carbon, Mahogany Fruit, Chromium (VI), Adsorption
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P2-B10 A Comparative Study on Water Access of Urban Poor Relocation Communities in Iloilo City Rosalie A. Hall, Maurice Joy M. Montevirgen and Ena Eloisa B. Manlapig University of the Philippines Visayas Email:
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There is an increasing demand for local water resources in urban poor communities especially in relocation sites due to the rapid urbanization and climate change. Most water systems in place at relocation sites are provided by the barangay government, by the water district through public faucets or through NGO projects. This research project endeavors to compare and analyze the Level 2 domestic water system (communal faucet system or stand post) access by the residents of the two relocation sites in Iloilo City.
Specifically, the study aims to describe the dynamics of control in the usage and distribution of domestic water provided by the barangay government, water district and small water companies during periods of resource plenty and scarcity. The study utilized key informant interviews among the institutions involved in providing water. The self-administered survey method was conducted among 182 randomly selected residents of the two relocation sites inside Brgy. Lanit, Jaro District, Iloilo City. Formal and informal water providers do not exert control over use and distribution of water in the absence of written rules and regulations. Furthermore, there were no significant differences between the management of levels of water sources during periods of plenty and scarcity. Residents tend to diversify their access, using informal arrangements during water resource scarcity. Keywords: access;urban poor;conflict;resource scarcity;water laws;informality
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P2-B11 Analyzing Water Administration Performance: A Comparative Study of Select Barangay Water and Sanitation Associations (BWSAs) in Zarraga, Iloilo Rosalie A. Hall, Michael H. Delgado and Zennie P. Napatotan University of the Philippines Visayas, Philippines Email:
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Artificial water scarcity, in the form of weak water governance and administration, is identified as one of the major constraining factors in the delivery of water services, particularly in rural communities. Given the multiinstitutional and multi-layered water governance structures in the Philippines, it is necessary to look into the management of water systems at the grassroots level to determine whether water resources are efficiently and effectively delivered, and thus address overall water scarcity.
This paper describes and analyzes the mechanisms involved in the administration of Level III-type water systems run by three barangay water and sanitation associations (BWSAs) in Zarraga, Iloilo. Using data from interviews of water managers and barangay officials, and a survey of 105 randomly sampled member-users from the barangays, the interface between the community-based organization and the barangay government in maintaining and operating the water system is explored. As a measure of overall water system performance, the study identified the major exogenous and endogenous factors that affect water administration at local levels which impinge upon the delivery of water services as perceived by households in rural communities. The BWSAs do not follow a uniform organizational structure and process in managing their water resources, but rather resort to customary rules and procedures that are generally established by local government officials who head these water systems. Given this, the authors support the idea of accommodating participation in the management and administration of water resources by actors other than government officials to ensure accountability and efficient water delivery.
Keywords: Artificial water scarcity; Water governance and administration; rural communities; level III-water systems
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P2-B12 Level of Awareness and Willingness of Residents of Selected Barangays in Bauan, Batangas to Participate on the San Pablo de Bauan Marine Protected Area (MPA) Program Jodi Belina A. Bejer1 and Divine Joy A. Mauhay2
Batangas State University, Batangas, Philippines Pamantasang Lunsod ng Maynila, Manila, Philippines Email:
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This study aimed to determine the relationship between the level of awareness and willingness of residents of Barangays Locloc (N=250) and San Pablo (N=82), Bauan, Batangas to participate on the San Pablo de Bauan MPA program. The descriptive type of research was used with questionnaire as the main data gathering instrument. The residents were considerably aware of the MPA and the ordinance related to it for coastal management. The perceived ecological impacts has to do with increase in number, size and population of fishes while socioeconomic impacts include MPA as tool for protection of species, adds aesthetic value and promotes discipline and concern for resources. Respondents are moderately willing to participate in MPA program. Based on the Pearson r correlation analysis, the degree of correlation between the level of awareness and level of willingness was r = 0.3, which is interpreted as low positive correlation. This was complemented by the t-test which showed a significant relationship between the level of awareness and level of willingness. There was a significant difference on the level of awareness as well as in the level of willingness to participate between the two barangays. Respondents from Brgy. San Pablo are more aware and more willing to participate than those from Brgy. Locloc. Keywords: awareness; willingness; Bauan, Batangas; Marine Protected Area; program
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P2-B13 Post-Haiyan Livelihood Matching and Resource Allocation Management for the Fisher Folks that will be Affected by the Upcoming Closed Season of Cancabato Bay, Tacloban City Floressa P. Ordiz, Ninna Q. Tansingco, Maria Fabiana B. Garcia, Faye D. Mecaydor, Marc Jason L. Macabenta, Noel B. Elizaga University of the Philippines – Visayas Tacloban College Email:
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The devastation of super typhoon Haiyan left a lot of debris piled at the bottom of Cancabato Bay - the primary source of marine resources in Tacloban City. At least a one-year closed season had been declared to make the rehabilitation of the bay a success. Considering the aforementioned occurrences, primary source of income of the fisher folks within the coastal areas of Cancabato Bay had been compromised and a long-term alternative livelihood is necessary. The study gathered a hybrid type of data which includes nominal, ordinal and ratio or numeric data considering the use of the statistical tool Multinomial Logistic Regression through the use of SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Science) to examine the data that will be extracted from the surveys. Livelihood initially offered by the LGU and NGOs post-Haiyan were not sustainable enough and did not match with the fisherfolk skills. Having considered four (4) major categorical skills; mariculture, agriculture, vocational and technical; livelihood with regards to fisheries and mariculture were the highly preferred one by those who lived on coastal areas while those who were not chose livestock raising and sari-sari store. The study suggests that any livelihood program to be introduced to the fisher folks affected by the rehabilitation period of Cancabato Bay must conform on the following variables; availability of labor, raw materials, skills, and the market condition in the area. Keywords: Livelihood matching; Resource allocation; Rehabilitation on post-Haiyan disaster
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P2-B14 Institutional Hierarchy Analysis of Property Rights to Surface Water in the Philippines Joy C. Lizada1, Rosalie A. Hall2, Teresita S. Espinosa3, Agnes C. Rola4
College of Management, 2College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Visayas Emerging Interdisciplinary Research Program, University of the Philippines Visayas 4 College of Public Affairs, University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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Understanding the interplay among stakeholders is necessary in the development of effective water rights systems. This paper maps the institutional hierarchy of property rights to surface water (Tigum-Aganan river) in central Philippines. It uses the framework of bundle of rights of institutions and individuals to explain the failure in addressing the sedimentation problem which has adversely affected surface water supply and quality. This study utilized both secondary and primary data. Transcriptions of the roundtable discussions, key informant interviews as well as written reports, policies and other legal documents were content analyzed vis-a-vis variables of right holders. In Tigum-Aganan watershed, there are multiple levels of property rights with corresponding institutions. These property rights regimes exist simultaneously, relating to different areas of decision-making on water resources. Tigum-Aganan watershed is beset by interrelated biophysical, environmental and socio-economic problems. The aforementioned predicaments could be attributed to the ambiguous exercise of property rights among institutions and actors in the Watershed. The fragmentation of rights between water permit holders which exercise authority to access, exclude and withdraw, and those of other government agencies, local government units and civil society organizations with only shared responsibility over management of the watershed inhibits effective decision-making. Multiple institutions with overlapping functions resulted in unclear articulation of property rights in the watershed. This has resulted to inefficient decision making in the watershed management. To address these challenges, water property rights should be clarified across the hierarchy and coordinated among actors. Keywords: Property rights, institutions, surface water, watershed, Tigum-Aganan River, Philippines
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P2-B15 Assessment of Heavy Metals in Seawater and Sediments from Balayan Bay, Philippines Reygan H. Sangalang, Lizabeth B. Tejada, Emelie A. Ona, Ivy Fides R. Perez Batangas State University, Philippines Email:
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The study aimed to assess the levels of heavy metals in sediments and seawater from Balayan Bay, Philippines during dry and wet season. Levels of heavy metals such as Cadmium, Chromium, Copper, Lead and Mercury were determined in coastal waters and sediments samples from four (4) sampling stations in the coastal municipalities along Balayan Bay. Results revealed the variations in the levels of heavy metals in seawater among sampling stations and between seasons. High concentration of heavy metals particularly Cd and Pb was observed in Station II (Calaca and Lemery) during the dry season. In Station I (Calatagan and Balayan), high concentration of Cu was observed during dry season while Hg was detected during the wet season. Meanwhile, high levels of Cu, Cr and Hg were found in sediments. High levels of Cu were detected in all sampling stations during the dry and wet season. Moreover, Hg were observed in Station III (Taal and San Luis) during the wet season while Cr was observed in Station II during the wet season. The concentration of Cd, Cu, Cr and Hg is within the standard for Water Quality for Coastal and Marine Waters as specified in DENR Administrative Order (DAO) No. 34. On the other hand, the concentration of Pb does not conform to specification set by DAO 34. Continuous monitoring of the heavy metal levels, both in seawater and sediments, is recommended to effectively investigate the risk and effects of heavy metals on the environment and on the general public’s welfare. Keywords: Balayan Bay, Heavy Metals, Seawater, Sediments
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P2-B16 The Politics of Water Conflict: Conflict Resolution Mechanisms of Barangay Water and Sanitation Associations (BWSAs) in the Municipality of Santa Barbara, Iloilo Rosalie A. Hall, Sean Clark Luinor A. Labastida, John Mark C. Calves University of the Philippines Visayas Email:
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In an era of scarcity and volatile seasonality, water conflict is a pressing challenge. Among numerous Barangay Water and Sanitation Associations (BWSAs), which are largely unregulated community-based organizations providing domestic water, conflict resolution mechanisms are key components of how they govern. This research describes the water conflicts experienced, the conflict resolution mechanisms and the platforms used by BWSA members in six rural communities in Santa Barbara, Iloilo. It explores the relationship of the level of water supply service with (a) water conflicts experienced and (b) conflict resolution mechanism used. It also probes the effect of the resolution or non-resolution of conflict on water services, member dynamics and prevention of further escalation of conflicts. Six BWSAs, two for each of the three levels of water supply service, were purposively selected in the Municipality of Santa Barbara, Iloilo. For each site, three methods were used: analysis of organizational documents, key informant interviews with the barangay captains, water managers, and operators, and focus-group discussions participated by five male and five female members with varying income sources and distance of households from the water source. The results show that most of the conflicts reported were related with water scarcity during dry season and those between members. Conflicts are settled primarily through informal means. The barangay LGU is the common platform used in mixed Levels 2 and 3, and Level 3, whereas bilateral negotiations dominate in Level 1. Overall, their conflict resolution mechanisms had a favorable effect on water services. Keywords: Barangay Water and Sanitation Associations, Water Conflicts, Water Conflict Resolution Mechanisms, Water Services, Domestic Water, Barangay
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P2-B17 An Experimental Study on the Geotechnical Properties of Dredged Materials from Pasig River Ryan A. Ramirez, Angelica Joyce H. De Jesus, Sigmond Ted M. Guancia, Joanna Marie D. Osma, Suzette Louise C. Santos, John Paul B. Tolin University of Santo Tomas, Philippines Email:
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The practice of dredging in the Philippines is focused on improving the flow capacities of the water ways to mitigate flooding especially in Metro Manila. However, dredging yields to another problem which is the disposal of the dredged materials. With no proper means of disposal, dredged materials pose a recurring sedimentation of the river when eroded. Utilization of dredged materials as a construction material could provide an alternative mode of disposal. Due to its poor geotechnical properties, stabilization of dredged materials needs first to be undertaken. This experimental study investigated the improvement of the undrained shear strength of dredged materials when treated using ordinary Portland cement. Representative dredged materials from a maintenance dredge site in Pasig River were retrieved for examination on the solidification efficacy. Index properties were determined for proper classification of dredged materials. The specimens were prepared and compacted at 0.95γmax and corresponding water content on dry of optimum. The undrained shear strength of untreated and treated specimens for three curing periods was evaluated using unconfined compression test. As a result, it was observed that the addition of ordinary Portland cement at lower water contents with prolonged curing of specimens decreased the free swelling index and significantly increased the undrained shear strength. These demonstrate that the potential use of dredged materials can be facilitated as a resource for various engineering applications. Keywords: dredged materials; solidification; undrained shear strength; Portland cement
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P2-B18 Water Politics: The Influence of Power Politics in Accessing Domestic Water in Hamtic and Sibalom, Antique Rosalie A. Hall, Yra Frances O. Macuja, Emmanuel C. Aller University of the Philippines Visayas Email:
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The Philippines has a total annual renewable water of 479 billion cubic meters from surface and groundwater sources, which is twice the water source of that in Asia and six times that of the global scarcity threshold (Asian Development Bank 2013). Despite this seeming abundance, water supply remains scarce and unequally distributed among rural communities. To address this gap, the national government has come up with various funding mechanisms for small domestic water infrastructure projects, which are then turned over to local government units to operate and manage. There are about 3,800 Barangay LGU-run water funded systems in the country mostly in rural communities (Listahang Tubig 2017). Interviews among district officers, managers and barangay captains; and survey on 81 households in the two locales were utilized. This paper describes the different features of the barangay LGU-run water projects in Hamtic and Sibalom, Antique, which were funded through Congressional Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) from 2003-2013. It examines how formal mechanisms (government funding process) and informal arrangements (patronage and power politics), influenced the access of barangays to water projects funded through Congressional PDAF. It also describes how household distance from the project site, financial capability, quality of water service, and relationship between households and incumbent politicians influenced people’s water access from the Barangay government-run water utility once completed. Clientelism and patronage politics was found to have a general effect and influence on how water is accessed by the barangay from amongst many in the Congressional district, and by individual household members. Keywords: Water Access; LGU-run Utilities; Congressional Funded; Rural Communities; Patronage Politics; Power Politics
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P2-B19 Assessment on the Effectiveness of Photocatalytic Finish Coat Through the Addition of Titanium Dioxide on Cement-Based Plaster Keith Lorence B. Dela Cruz, Marita Grace G. Moog, Kimberly Marie T. Catu, John Ezekiel Y. Escueta, Cleo Joana M. Vaso and Beverly S. Sarausad Civil Engineering, Department Faculty of Engineering University of Santo Tomas España Blvd., Sampaloc, 1015 Manila, Philippines Email:
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Innovative cement-based premix products for finish coatings of buildings and other structures that incorporates a photocatalytic activity arouse great attention because of the effects that can produce in reducing the air pollution while maintaining the structure’s aesthetics. This photoactivity is activated by a photocatalyst, Titanium Dioxide, which can speed up the oxidation process of air pollutants, particularly Nitrogen Oxides, which are mainly produced by incomplete combustion of fuel and are normally present in developed urban environments through the exhaust gases of motor vehicles. Surfaces that are coated with photocatalytic finish acquire a self-cleaning characteristic to maintain the original color. They are particularly fitted for use in highly congested area (i.e., roads and highways), where air pollution reaches significant levels.
This study describes the photocatalytic performances of a cement-based finish coat by means of assessing its effectiveness in reducing ambient air pollutants. Samples with and without Titanium Dioxide will be compared to provide distinction on the samples’ effectivity. Also, weathered samples and application of paint on finish coat will be assessed to further analyze certain factors that could affect its effectivity. After a brief discussion on the principle of photocatalysis, the results of a wide experimental work will be described. Some considerations of standardized methods of curing and water-cement ratio will also be also considered. Keywords: photocatalysis, finish coat, titanium dioxide, plaster, ambient air pollutants
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P2-B20 Growth and Survival of Mangium (Acacia mangium willd.) Seedlings Grown in Mine Pit Soils in the Nursery Yolina T. Castaneto, Jayson Q. Caranza and Elmer T. Castaneto Nueva Vizcaya State University, Philippines Email:
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Restoration of areas left after mining is an urgent concern. These areas contain mine pit soils that need to be rehabilitated. Proper choice of species and soil enhancement activities need to be undertaken. Thus, a nitrogen fixing tree like mangium was chosen. A nursery study was conducted to assess the growth and survival of Acacia mangium seedlings in mine pit soils. The potting media was added with vermicompost and Mykovam as soil amendments. The experiment was laid out in a Completely Randomized Design. The species response was assessed using survival and different growth parameters. Significant differences were observed on mangium seedlings’ height increment, leaf area, number of leaves and root collar diameter. There was a 100% survival of mangium seedlings in all treatments. Mangium seedlings height increment was affected by the soil amendments used. Those grown in pure mine pit soils and those with 20 g vermicompost had the highest height increment. Those seedlings applied with 20 g vermicompost and 20 g Mykovam got the lowest. Mangium seedlings leaf area, leaf number and root collar diameter was highest for those seedlings in pure mine pit soils. Those seedlings treated with 20 g vermicompost + 20 g Mykovam had the lowest leaf area, leaf number and root collar diameter. From the results, mangium seedlings grown in mine pit soils had better growth than those applied with soil amendments like vermicompost and Mykovam. This suggests that no soil amendment is required for vigorous mangium seedlings until eight months in the nursery. Keywords: Acacia mangium; mine pit soil; Mykovam; seedlings; survival; vermicompost
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P2-B21 Heavy Metal Concentrations in Soils and Plants Parts of Mangifera indica L. Around an Economic Zone in the Municipalit of Rosario, Cavite, Philippines Leny A. Saldo1 and Johnny A. Ching2
Department of Education, Dasmarinas, Cavite, Philippines De La Salle University, Dasmarinas, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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Contamination of heavy metal in industrial area has caused the interest in the scientific approach for their remediation. One of the approaches is through phytoremediation which is using plant species to extract heavy metals from the contaminated soil. The study assessed the concentrations of selected heavy metals in soils and plant parts of Mangifera indica L. found around an economic zone in the Municipality of Rosario, Province of Cavite, Philippines. Soil and different plant part samples of M. indica were collected and subjected to atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS) and analyzed for lead (Pb), copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn). Traces of metal were found in the soils of the study site, however, the concentrations are still within permissible level. Generally, metal concentrations were found to be highest in matured leaves, followed by bark. Keywords: Mangifera indica, lead, copper, zinc
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P2-B22 Morphological and Chemical Characterization and Assessment of Genetic Diversity of Native Yam (Dioscorea sp.) Germplasm Collections Conserved at the National Plant Genetic Resources Laboratory Maria Lea H. Villavicencio1, Darel Kenth S. Antesco2, Antonio S. Laurena3, Erin Raven T. Mojica1
National Plant Genetic Resources laboratory, Institute of Plant Breeding, Institute of Crop Science, 3Biochemistry and Analytical Services Laboratories, Institute of Plant Breeding, College of Agriculture and Food Science, University of the Philippines, Los Baños Email:
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Yams can be directly used as food, feed, for medicinal and other industrial uses. The diversity of the germplasm collections of yam at the NPGRL, IPB were characterized and evaluated to assess the diversity of the collections and facilitate selection and identification of potential germplasm for enhanced utilization, improved nutrition and sustained source of food or for livelihood. 31 accessions were morphologically characterized and evaluated. Seventeen qualitative morphological characters exhibited high diversity index values ranging from 0.67-0.99 with texture of flesh giving the highest diversity among the characters and the dominant trait being the smooth texture of flesh. The sizes and dimensions of the tubers similarly obtained high diversity indices. Four species, namely D. alata (ubi), D. bulbifera (ubi patatas), D. hispida (name), and D. esculenta (tugui), consisting of 40 accessions, were subjected to laboratory analysis to identify the nutraceutical properties. Among the four (4) species of native yams analyzed, D. esculenta tubers have the highest % crude fat (2.42-2.79). D. alata have the highest % total ash value (1.01-1.35), compared to other three native yam species which means high mineral contents. D. bulbifera and D. hispida on the other hand have the % protein per sample (2.28-2.56). D. esculenta and D. bulbifera have higher crude fiber contents compared to D. alata and D. hispida. D. alata have higher range of values of %NFE compared to D. esculenta. Two D. alata accessions have high total phenolic and anthocyanin contents, while one D. esculenta collection showed high total phenolic and flavonoid contents. Highest values of antioxidant properties can be observed on PHL 4725 (tugui) and GB 53193 (ubi) with 94.98 % and 92.69 % scavenging activity, respectively. Correlation of antioxidant property with anthocyanin content formed three groups. The first group both have low antioxidant and anthocyanin contents, Group II has high antioxidant capacity but with low anthocyanin content and the Group III possess medium to high antioxidant and anthocyanin contents. The correlation of antioxidant property with total phenolics formed 3 groupings. Group III are accessions with high antioxidant and total phenolic contents. The correlation of antioxidant capacity with flavonoid content shows two accessions distinctly separated and these are accessions high antioxidant and flavonoid contents. Based on the results of the laboratory analysis, six (6) promising collections of yam can be selected based on functional properties. Keywords: Yam; Dioscorea species; germplasm conservation; genetic diversity; nutraceutical property
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P2-B23 Biodiversity of Aklan River System: The Taxonomical Classification of Fish amd Crustaceans Elaine P. Dela Cruz1, Rosalina R. Atos2, Marilyn E. Romaquin3, Francis R. Dalipe4, Elsa I. Abayon3 College of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, Aklan State University, New Washington Aklan School of Veterinary Medicine, 3College of Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental Sciences, 4 School of Arts and Sciences, Aklan State University, Banga Aklan, Philippines Email:
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The study aimed to taxonomically classify, identify and document all species of fish and crustaceans, their relative abundance, density, frequency and distribution in the upstream of Barangay Ortega, Libacao, midstream of Brgys. of Sigcay, Banga and Kinalangay Nuevo, Malinao, and downstream of Brgys. of Bakhaw Norte and Bakhaw Sur, Kalibo in Aklan Province. The fishes and crustaceans were found in the mouth of the Aklan river. There were 18 families and 24 species of fish identified and taxonomically classified. Out of 164 fishes, there were 2 families and 2 species of crabs, 1 family and 2 species of shrimps, 2 families and 2 species of bivalves and 1 family and 1 specie of gastropods, and 109 pieces of crustaceans found in the upstream area. In the midstream area, 18 families and 25 species were identified out of 330 pieces of fish. There were 1 family of crabs and 2 families of shrimps out of 165 pieces of crustaceans. Family Mugiliidae dominated the upstream and midstream area in terms of fish followed by Family Palaemonidae in terms of crustaceans. In the downstream area, there were 29 families and 42 species of fish were identified dominated by the following: Gobiidae, Poeciliidae, Atherinidae and Ambassidae. Out of 348 pieces of fish, 4 families and 6 species of crabs dominated by Family Portunidae and Grapsidae, 3 families and 7 species of shrimps dominated by Family Penaedae, 5 families and 5 species dominated by Family Lucinidae, and 4 families and 4 species of gastropods. Keywords: freshwater fishes, crustaceans, mollusk, clams, gastropods, relative density
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P2-B24 Characteristics of Soils for Natural Fibers in the Province of Aklan Lelisa J. Teodosio, Eva R. Orlina, Paterno I. Rebuelta
College of Agriculture, Forestry and Environmental Sciences Aklan State University, Banga, Aklan 5601 Philippines Email:
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This descriptive study was conducted to determine the physical and chemical soil characteristics for natural fibers such as abaca (Musa textilis), bariw (Pandanus sp.), buri (Corypha elata), nito (Lygodium circinnatum), rattan (Calamus spp.) and Aklan native piña (Ananas comosus) in the province of Aklan. In this study, the soils for abaca and nito are classified as mountain soils with solum depth of >150 cm located in flat to rolling relief. The chemical properties of the soils for abaca are insufficient amount of Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P) and Potassium (K) in most soils. Soils for bariw are classified as San Miguel clay loam, Alimodian clay and Sapian clay found in flat to rolling relief. The surface soils contain fair amount of organic matter reaching to 4.39% but majority of the soils are deficient of N. Soils for buri are classified as San Miguel clay loam, Sta Rita clay and Sapian clay found in flat rolling relief. Soils for rattan are classified as Alimodian soils located in rolling to mountainous area, with high water retention and good drainage. Inherent fertility is low to moderate it contain trace to 0.18% N, 0.13 to 1% P and 0.01 to 0.43% K. Total OM and pH level ranging from 2.97 to 5.76% and 5.07 to 5.84 respectively. Soils for Spanish red pineapple are dominated with Alimodian series. The soil pH ranged from slightly (6.01) to moderately acidic (3.72). Generally, the soils contain trace to low amount of OM, N, P, and K. Keywords: Aklan natural fibers, physical and chemical soil characteristics
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P2-B25 Diversity of Microalgae from Fish Cage and Non-Fish Cage Areas in Talisay, Batangas Amor P. Magtibay, Analiza C. Dote, Analie C. Dote, Severino M. Guico, III Batangas State University, Philippines Email:
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The study aimed to identify the different microalgae species from fish cage and non-fish cage areas in Barangay Sampaloc, Talisay Batangas and determine their abundance and diversity. Moreover, the study looked into the correlation of the abundance of microalgae to the physicochemical characteristics of the study sites. A total of 30 microalgae species under division Chlorophyta, Chrysophyta and Cyanophyta were reported on the study sites. Among these, 26 microalgae species were observed in fish cage areas, while 29 microalgae species were observed in non-fish cage areas. In fish cage area, the microalgae genera with high abundance values of 0.456 and 0.261 were Cyclotella and Chlorococcum, respectively. In non-fish cage area, the microalgae genera with high abundance values of 0.519 and 0.469 were Cyclotella. Shannon-Wiener diversity index values ranged from 1.350 to 2.667, with the highest recorded in the fish cage area. Diversity of microalgae was significantly higher in the fish cage area than the non-fish cage area in all sampling points. Keywords: Diversity; Microalgae; Fish cage; Non-fish cage; Talisay; Batangas
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P2-B26 Week-Ahead Load Forecasting Using Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network for a Power Utility Lemuel Clark P. Velasco1, Paul B. Bokingkito, Jr.2, Jogie A. Vistal3 Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology Mindanao State University-Buug Campus 3 Mindanao State University-Main Campus, Philippines Email:
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Electric load forecasting is essential to an electric utility to help assess important decisions and planning in order to have reliable and effective operations. Week-ahead load prediction which involves seven days in daily predicted resolution is an important function in capacity planning and maintenance scheduling. One unexplored prediction model in week-ahead load forecasting is multilayer perceptron neural network (MLPNN), an artificial neural network architecture that models human brain and consists of one input layer, one or more hidden layers and one output layer. [1, 2, 3]. The data utilized in the MLPNN model was from the three-year historical load consumption from January 2012 to December 2015 of a local power utility company in the Philippines. Electric load was carefully validated and normalized using min-max normalization technique. Resilient propagation training algorithm was used and compared from the performance of Tanh, Sigmoid and Gaussian activation functions in order to determine which techniques yields a more accurate model to train the network. Results showed that using MLPNN, resilient propagation as learning algorithm and its appropriate activation function could yield to an accurate prediction with minimum error in predicting the week-ahead consumption. From the three activation functions being compared, sigmoid activation function in resilient propagation produces the most efficient and least network error and least elapse time on its training. These findings suggest that MLPNN architecture with resilient propagation and sigmoid activation function is an efficient training algorithm in forecasting week-ahead load consumption for a local power utility company. Keywords: Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network; Electric Load Forecasting; Week Ahead Load Forecasting
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P2-B27 Socio-Environmental Agent-Based Simulation on the Livability of Two Mega Cities Juvyneil E. Cartel, Wilfren A. Clutario, Ramil M. Perez
Office of Research, Development, and Extension Services, Eastern Visayas State University, Tacloban City, Philippines Email:
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The need for methodological advances in research as an important tool for instantaneous and better understanding on the dynamic and heterogeneous behavior in socio-environmental systems is increasing. An approach to use agent-based simulation, particularly the open source NETLOGO version 5.2.1, on a computer system is considered to be an effective method. In this paper, the greenhouse gas emissions and mitigation rates, and their effect to human inhabitants of two mega cities namely, Metro Manila, Philippines and New York City, United States of America were studied. A simple framework to develop agent-based simulations systematically based on factual data gathered was introduced and then considered for the application for a dynamic model of greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions and its effect to human population considering the mitigation programs implemented. The model came out to be reliable in projecting the livability of the two mega cities with a margin of error of approximately ±7%. Results showed that Metro Manila has higher livability compared to New York City by 6% with 57 and 54 years, respectively. This is quite alarming which needs more involvement from the human inhabitants to GHG mitigation programs considering that the livability of the cities are mainly dictated by the population growth. It is also noted that this is possible when the chance of involvement of the population will not go beyond the carrying capacity of a certain ecosystem. Keywords: Greenhouse gases (GHG), NETLOGO, Metro Manila, New York City
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P2-B28 Solid Waste Management of Talipapa Market in Barangay San Policarpio, Calbayog City Eugene C. Calumba, Kevin Christopher D. Lelix, Joshua R. Patagnan and Jayson M. Pido College of Management, Northwest Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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Solid Waste Management is defined as the discipline associated with control of generation, storage, collection, transport or transfer, processing and disposal of solid waste materials in a way that best addresses the range of public health, conservation, economics, aesthetic, engineering and other environmental considerations. In its scope, solid waste management includes planning, administrative, financial, engineering and legal functions in the process of solving problems arising from waste materials. This study would like to know as to how vendors of Talipapa Market in Barangay San Policarpo know about solid waste management or if they are doing anything to manage their waste in a proper way. This study aimed to assess the Solid Waste Management of Talipapa Market in Barangay San Policarpo, Calbayog City and formulate its operational manual. Descriptive assessment method was used through researcher made a questionnaire was used for gathering data from the vendors, local authorities and administrator who served as respondents. The perception of the respondents on the conditions; Generation and Storage, Collection, Recovery and Processing, Transfer and Transport and Disposal was often. Analysis states that there was high significant difference among perceptions of vendors, local authorities and administrator regarding solid waste management in terms of generation and storage. In terms of Disposal there was significant difference among the perceptions of the respondents. While, there is no significant difference among the perceptions of the respondents in terms of collection, recovery and processing and transfer and transport. Keywords: Solid Waste Management; Talipapa; Market
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P2-B29 Detection of Methyl Orange Using Silver Nanowires (AgNWs) as Surface Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) Substrate Laureen Ida Ballesteros*1,2, Horace Andrew F. Husay2, Debinya B. Buenafe1,2, Mary Donnabelle L. Balela3, Elmer S. Estacio1,2, Armando S. Somintac2 Materials Science and Engineering Program, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City1101, Philippines National Institute of Physics, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, 1101, Philippines 3 Department of Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, 1101, Philippines Email:
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Background: Considerable amounts of dye-contaminated water are generated from various industries such as textile, printing, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing, among others. The detection and removal of dyes, such as methyl orange (MO), in wastewater is important due to its toxicity. Surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) is a powerful technique which allows structural detection of trace levels of analyte adsorbed on substrates. The method utilizes metal nanoparticles to amplify the Raman signal through chemisorption and/ or surface plasmon resonance.
Methods: SERS substrates were prepared by dropping silver nanowires (AgNWs) suspension on silicon (Si) substrates. A drop of methyl orange dye was placed on the substrate and allowed to dry before characterization. Different concentrations of the dye were investigated using Raman spectroscopy conducted under a 532nm wavelength laser excitation. Results: Using the SERS substrate, the vibrational modes of methyl orange were detected at 1128cm-, 1156cm-, and 1420cm-. However, no distinguishable methyl orange Raman spectra were observed using bare silicon as substrate. The enhancement in the relative intensities peaks can be attributed to chemisorption.
Conclusion: The applicability of the AgNW on Si as SERS substrate for the detection of low concentrations of methyl orange has been demonstrated. The study can be extended by investigating other dyes and water contaminants. Keywords: Surface enhance Raman Spectroscopy, silver nanowire, methyl orange, water treatment
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P2-B30 Pineapple and Water Hyacinth Fibers Blended with Polyester with Polypyrrole as Energy Storage Devices David Joseph G. Alzate1,3, Felicidad Christina R. Ramirez1,2,3 and Christina A. Binag1,2,3 The Graduate School; 2Department of Chemistry, College of Science; Advanced Materials Laboratory, Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences University of Santo Tomas, Manila 1015, Philippines Email:
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Shifting from fossil fuels to solar and wind power is promising as they are clean and renewable energy sources. However, these sources can be irregular and inconsistent. This problem can be alleviated by using energy storage devices like batteries and supercapacitors to store the energy, or release it at a constant rate. Supercapacitors are a type of storage device that can store and release energy faster than batteries with a lower energy capacity, serving as intermediates in situations during high power demand. In this study, polypyrrole (PPy) was coated onto the pineapple-polyester woven fabrics (PPWF) and water hyacinth-polyester woven fabrics (WHPWF) via in situ polymerization, and used as electrodes for supercapacitor devices. The composites were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), cyclic voltammetry (CV), galvanostatic charge-discharge (GCD), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). SEM micrographs show globular structures of PPy on the surface of the composites. Cyclic voltammograms of the PPy/PPWF and PPy/WHPWF composites produced areal capacitances of 108.48mF/cm2 and 76.09mF/cm2 at a scan rate of 5mV/s, respectively. GCD was used to determine the areal capacitances of PPy/PPWF (86.01mF/cm2) and PPy/WHPWF (104.31mF/cm2) at a current density of 1mA/cm2. The PPy/WHPWF composites had the highest volumetric energy density (0.1362Wh/L) and power density (16.03W/L), illustrating that the composites can store and release energy quickly. Through EIS, PPy/PPWF was determined to have the lowest solution (0.40 Ω) and charge-transfer (6.31Ω) resistances, indicating current can pass quickly and efficiently through the device. These results show that PPy textile composites exhibit promising characteristics as supercapacitor electrode materials. Keywords: pineapple; water hyacinth; polypyrrole; textile supercapacitor
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P2-B31 Evaluation of Electrocatalytic Activity of PtCo Supported on Polyaniline/Graphene Oxide and Polypyrrole/Graphene Oxide as Cathode Catalysts Towards Oxygen Reduction Reaction for Direct Ethanol Fuel Cell Application Monica Liana L. Nario1, Maria Krisandra L. Mendoza2, Arvee M. De Jesus2, Bernard John V. Tongol1,2
Department of Chemistry, College of Science; 2Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, España Boulevard, Manila 1015 Email:
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Fuel cells are considered as one of the promising possibilities that may be able to produce an ecological alternative source of energy. The oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) occurring at the cathode side piqued the interest of most researchers, attempting to solve various limitations in terms of fuel cell performance. This study aims to develop a cathode catalyst with a high activity towards ORR and to characterize the morphological aspects of the catalyst. The synthesis of the PtCo/Polypyrrole/Graphene Oxide (PtCo/PPy/GO), having an optimized metal ratio of 50:50, was conducted using sodium borohydride-facilitated reduction on the PPy/ GO support. PtCo/PPy/GO has higher electrocatalytic activity towards ORR (7.68 mA/cm2 vs. 0.86 mA/cm2), indicated by the linear sweep voltammetry (LSV) in acidic medium as compared with the commercially available 40% Pt/C (Premetek, USA) catalyst. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) results showed that the total resistance of the synthesized catalyst was greater than that of the commercial (5.37 Ω vs. 2.24Ω). Chronoamperometry also provided better results for the bimetallic catalyst having a higher retention (13.50% vs. 6.02%). The morphological properties of the catalyst were observed using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) showing thin, wrinkled sheets, indicating the presence of graphene and globular particles for the polypyrrole. Further modifications on catalyst synthesis are being done, considering polyaniline as the conducting polymer to improve the electrocatalytic activity. Additional testing are also being conducted using rotating ring disk electrode (RRDE) to study the kinetics of ORR and energy-dispersive x-ray spectroscopy (EDX) to confirm the presence of the metals with the desired ratio. Keywords: platinum cobalt, polypyrrole, polyaniline, fuel cell, graphene oxide, cathode
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P2-B32 Marine Plant Resources in Beach Resorts in Pacijan Island, Central Philippines Serapion N. Tanduyan, Genes M. Pasaje, Ricardo B. Gonzaga, Wilfredo G. Anoos, Homer Garciano, Norbero B. Andrade, Sherlyn M. Abellanosa, Eva P. Muaña, Gabriel T. Muaña, Leif Erickson Tampus, Jonar Gonzales, Berenice T. Andriano, Lorenzo B. Andriano and Aderito G. Gonzales Cebu Technological University, San Francisco, Campus, Philippines Email:
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Pacijan Island is noted to be one of the tourist destinations in Camotes Islands because of its beach resorts. Plants have been a component of its beach resorts namely: Star Beach, Bakhaw Beach, Sunset Vista Beach, Santiago Beach, Bano Beach Resort, Harbor View, Sea Side Beach, Puertobello Bay and Mahaba Beach. Hence, their study therefore need to be done as to the status, composition and abundance. This study used the transect quadrat method laid in the beach resorts to determine its richness, species composition, occurrence and conditions. People’s perception on the condition of the beach resorts were also taken using an interview guide. Results shows that there are 10 species of seagrasses found in the beach resorts in Pacijan Island belonging to two families: Hydrocharitaceae (5) and Potamogetonaceae (5) where Cymodocea rotundata and Halophila ovales dominate the 9 beach resorts in Pacijan Island. Macroalgal components show that there are 27 species of algae distributed throughout the 9 beach resorts belonging to 3 families which are Chlorophyta (11); Phaeophyta (10), Rhodophyta (6). People’s perceptions on the condition of beach resorts show that more catch are taken from the beach resorts compared to the present. Depletion of seagrasses and algae was felt especially in Santiago Beach resort due dredging as a way of gleaning. There are more gleaners today than the past. Beach sizes differ according to activities of the waves. Many flocked into settlements in beaches unlike before that they are less inhabited. Problem on garbage disposal segregation was not properly followed by the beach users and harassment of foreigners to some beach owners and personnel was felt. Keywords: Marine plant, Beach Resorts and Pacijan Island
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P2-B33 In situ Monitoring of Genotoxic Pollution in Laguna de Bay using Micronucleus Assay in Peripheral Erythrocytes of Tilapia (Orecochromis niloticus) Kimberly B. Benjamin, Jonas Daniel P. Bico and Jared Trent Matthew L. Chua
Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, University of the Philippines Manila, Padre Faura St. Ermita, 1000 Manila, Philippines Email:
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Laguna de Bay, an indispensable source of fish for human consumption and domestic water for Metropolitan Manila in the next years, experiences degradation due to the increasing urbanization and industrialization around its terrestrial watershed. In the present study, the genotoxicity of the lake was investigated using micronucleus (MN) assay in peripheral blood of Oreochromis niloticus. Other nuclear abnormalities (NA), namely blebbed, notched, and lobed, were also evaluated. There was no significant difference in the frequencies of micronuclei among the four study sites and negative control. Moreover, positive linear correlation between the frequencies of MN and other NA was observed. This demonstrated the usefulness of scoring NAs as complementary index of chromosomal damage. Also, in terms of the frequencies of other nuclear abnormalities, notched nuclei were significantly higher in East Bay, while lobed nuclei were significantly higher in the Central Bay. This study highlights that tilapia exhibit various physiological responses, such as the reported resistance to heavy metals and multixenobiotic resistance, that conceal the effects of genotoxic pollutants when evaluated using micronucleus assay. Furthermore, the induction of micronuclei may be affected by both biotic factors, like developmental stage, sex, and feeding habits, and abiotic factor like environmental temperature. Thus, monitoring the biological impacts of potential genotoxic pollutants in Laguna de Bay is a complex process and many possible interactive factors needs to be further examined. Keywords: genotoxicity; fish micronucleus; xenobiotics; biomarker; Oreochromis niloticus
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P2-B35 Utilization of Geographical Indication for Enhancing Competitiveness of Local Products Syahrizal Maulana and Adi Ankafia
Center for Innovation - Indonesian Institute of Sciences Email:
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Geographical Indication is one variant of Intellectual Property Rights under the Act No. 15 of 2001 Article 56 of the Trademark protected as a sign that indicates the place of origin of goods, which is due to the geographical environment, including natural factors, human factors, or a combination of both these factors provide certain characteristics and quality of product produced. Indonesia as an archipelagic country with an agrarian culture has a vast land with a wealth of flora and fauna, which ironically mostly not managed properly. Since 2008 to 2016, Geographical Indications that have been recorded at the Directorate General of Intellectual Property Ministry of Law and Human Rights reach 52 registrations. From 52 registrations, 6 of them are overseas products and 46 of them are domestic products. A few registrations from domestic products showed a lack of awareness of regional governments and other stakeholders in assessing and exploring their potentials. This study uses qualitative research methods through the study of literature and the search for data from various sources related to Geographical Indications. The results of this study aims to provide information related to the importance of the protection of Geographical Indications to raise the dignity and competitiveness of local products in the global arena. Keywords: Geographical Indication, Intellectual Property Right, Competitiveness, Local Products
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P2-B36 Monitoring Heavy Metal Contamination Using Environmental Magnetic Proxies Melanio Louie G. Cunanan1, Decibel F. Eslava2, Ma. Victoria O. Mac Espaldon2, Betchaida D. Payot3, Clarisse A. Siababa2,3 and Carla B. Dimalanta3
Graduate School, University of the Philippines - Los Baños School of Environmental Science and Management, University of the Philippines - Los Baños 3 National Institute of Geological Sciences, University of the Philippines - Diliman Email:
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Various industrial processes result in harmful emissions that contain different pollutants, which in many cases contain heavy metals. However, most monitoring techniques on quantifying the presence and concentration of heavy metals are usually expensive, especially if done on a regular basis for an extensive period of time. This study aims to develop an alternative method using environmental magnetism techniques as most heavy metals are magnetic in character, and some that are non-magnetic can be associated with materials that are naturally magnetic. It is hoped that by using environmental magnetism as an economically effective and fast proxy method, it will become easier to spatially determine hot spots of increased anthropogenic loadings. To assess its applicability, river-bed sediments were cored from the San Cristobal River in Calamba, Laguna, Philippines. Cores were taken at different intervals of the landscape and samples were taken from each core at two cm intervals. The specimens were subjected to various magnetic experiments to determine their magnetic susceptibility (Ms), natural remanent magnetization (NRM), Characteristic Remanent Magnetization (ChRM) and Isothermal Remanent Magnetization (IRM). The IRM acquisition curves indicate that the major magnetic minerals in the samples are magnetite. However, samples taken from the uppermost section of the river, prior to an industrial zone, show less saturation above 20 mT that indicate the presence of magnetic minerals with harder magnetic characteristics. On the other hand, correlation between magnetic susceptibilities and IRM 20mT shows a strong positive relationship at 0.83, 0.81 and 0.77 for cores taken downstream of the industrial zone all the way to the mouth of the river. Implications of these and other findings will be presented to illustrate the efficacy of environmental magnetics as a pollution monitoring method. Keywords: Magnetic susceptibility; Isothermal Remanent Magnetization; Heavy metals; Environmental magnetism; Natural Remanent Magnetization; Characteristic Remanent Magnetization
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P2-B37 Pineapple-Polyester Blended Fabrics Coated with Carbon and Polyaniline for Energy Storage Devices Felicidad Christina R. Ramirez1,2,3, Sangaraju Shanmugam4 and Christina A. Binag1,2,3
The Graduate School; 2Department of Chemistry, College of Science; 3Advanced Materials Laboratory, Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, Manila 1015, Philippines 4 Department of Energy Systems Engineering, Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology Daegu, 711873 South Korea Email:
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The Philippines has abundant wind and sunlight, both good sources of renewable energy. Wind and solar power, however, are variable in nature and not always available when needed. Energy storage devices, like supercapacitors and batteries, can address this problem by storing energy and releasing it at times of high demand. Supercapacitors store energy via charge separation on its electrode surface. These devices can be quickly charged and discharged for over a million cycles. Enhanced supercapacitor performance can be achieved through the development of conducting, electroactive, and high surface area electrode materials. New supercapacitor electrodes were fabricated by combining carbon nanotubes (CNT) and polyaniline (PANi) with pineapple-polyester woven fabric (PPWF). All composites were characterized using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), four-point probe conductivity, cyclic voltammetry (CV) and galvanostatic charge discharge (GCD) tests. SEM images show that each fabric fiber was coated with PANi and CNT, producing a rough surface. PANi/CNT/PPWF composites produced the highest conductivity (0.3877 S cm-1) and areal capacitance (505 mF cm-2) values due to the combined conductivity of CNT and electroactive properties of PANi. PANi/CNT/ PPWF composites were then used as supercapacitor electrodes and evaluated based on how much and how fast energy can be stored or released. Fabricated devices exhibited a volumetric energy density of 0.36 Wh L-1, and power density of 94 W L-1. Four devices were connected in series and used to power a LED for 70 seconds. Based on these properties, PANi/CNT/PPWF composite fabrics are promising supercapacitor electrode materials. Keywords: pineapple-polyester fabric; polyaniline; conducting polymer; carbon nanotubes; supercapacitor
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P2-B38 Controlling the Growth of Zinc Sulfide for Acetic Acid Sensing Application Amber Dea Marie V. Peguit 1, Rolando T. Candidato, Jr.2, Reynaldo M. Vequizo3, Arnold C. Alguno3 Philippine Normal University-Mindanao, Philippines University of Limoges, France 3 MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology, Philippines Email:
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Large scale utilization of acetic acid (HOAc) by fumigation to prolong shelf-life of crops in post-harvest agriculture have exposed a lot of people to this potentially hazardous organic compound which is highly corrosive to the skin and mucous linings even at 50 ppm exposure. The existing technology for real-time monitoring of acetic acid are expensive and yielded poor results. One promising material is zinc sulfide (ZnS) due to its inexpensive production, stability against hydrocarbons and fast response time as a sensor. In this work, we optimized the parameters of synthesizing ZnS by varying the concentration of zinc chloride (ZnCl2) reagent and the substrate used. Also, the response of zinc sulfide as an acetic acid sensor were also studied. The results revealed that the concentration of ZnCl2 and the nature of the substrate used in deposition have affected the surface morphology of the grown ZnS nanospheres. It was found out that the ZnS morphology have correlation to its performance as acetic acid sensor with growth on silicon-on-insulator and at lower ZnCl2 concentration exhibiting the best response and recovery against the HOAc analyte. This result showed the potential of ZnO nanospheres as an inexpensive alternative to existing commercial detectors for HOAc. Keywords: post-harvest; zinc sulfide; nanospheres; acetic acid; sensing
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P2-B39 Future Prediction of Carbon Dioxide Emission in Tokyo Given by Spread of Zero Energy Apartment Buildings Tomoya Okishio, Satomi Tsunoo, Hiroto Takaguchi Waseda University, Japan Email:
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According to the Paris agreement, CO2 emission from Japanese house hold sector should be reduced by 39% by 2030 in comparison to 2013. In order to achieve this target, The Japanese government aims to lower the average of energy consumption in newly constructed detached houses to zero by 2030. As of 2013, apartment buildings accounted for 42.4% of all residential buildings. In addition, there are no policies for reduction of energy consumption regarding apartment buildings. In this paper, three model apartment buildings were set. By using Program for calculating primary energy consumption in house Ver 2.1.1, a parametric study was conducted. The primary energy consumption of the three models was calculated by setting the thickness of thermal insulation material as a parameter. Additionally, residential building stock and energy consumption from house hold sector of Tokyo in 2030 were estimated. As a result, the grade of thermal insulation and energy efficient devices necessary to reduce the significant amount of energy consumption were defined. Following these results, the primary energy consumption of the three models installed with the necessary grade of thermal insulation and energy efficient devices were calculated. Only by Spread of highly energy efficient apartment buildings and policy to construct new detached houses as ZEBs, it turned out that it is difficult to achieve the target which Japanese government declared in the Paris agreement. Finally, the policy to reduce energy consumption from Japanese household sector in order to achieve the target of the Paris agreement was suggested. Keywords: Zero-Energy Building; Apartment Building; Building Regulation; Carbon Dioxide Emission; Future Prediction; Primary Energy Consumption
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P2-B40 Geotechnical and Ecological Engineering Aspect of the Coastal Environments of Myanmar Than Than Thwe1 and Thura Oo2
Department of Geology, Dawei University, Myanmar Sagaing University, Myanmar Email:
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Myanmar has a long coastline extending from the mouth of Naf Rive, at the westernmost extremity of the country, through the Rakhine coastal region and the Ayeyarwady deltaic shelf into the Tanintharyi shelf, up to the mouth of Kawthaung River, at the southernmost extremity. The distribution of the living biotas in the nearshore environment is largely controlled by sediment influx and provenance factors. Therefore coastal geology and geotechnical significances are studied. The narrow shelf off the northern Rakhine coast is controlled by the mud-dominated influx and other anthropogenic pollutants. The southern part of the Rakhine coast is relatively clean water with high biotic community due to the coastal geotechnical significances. The Ayeyarwady deltaic shelf is largely dominated by the fluvial process of the river. Sparse distributions of sessile organisms are observed. Just east of the shelf is the Gulf of Mottama which has been known as a tide-dominated estuarine embracing the mouths of Sittaung river and Thanlwin river. The southern part of the Tanintharyi shelf is also well-known by its Myeik Archipelago comprising with more than 800 islands and unique patch-reefs and reefdwellers. This clear water with fairly high carbonate compensation is largely affected by the geology of the Tanintharyi region. The ecological controlling factors affected by the coastal geology and the geotechnical significance of the Myanmar coastal environments are discussed with some field examples. Keywords: coastal geology, geotechnical significances,
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P2-B41 Analyzing Water Administration Performance: A Comparative Study of Select Barangay Water and Sanitation Associations (BWSAs) in Zarraga, Iloilo Rosalie A. Hall, Michael H. Delgado and Zennie P. Napatotan University of the Philippines Visayas, Philippines Email:
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Artificial water scarcity, in the form of weak water governance and administration, is identified as one of the major constraining factors in the delivery of water services, particularly in rural communities. Given the multiinstitutional and multi-layered water governance structures in the Philippines, it is necessary to look into the management of water systems at the grassroots level to determine whether water resources are efficiently and effectively delivered, and thus address overall water scarcity.
This paper describes and analyzes the mechanisms involved in the administration of Level III-type water systems run by three barangay water and sanitation associations (BWSAs) in Zarraga, Iloilo. Using data from interviews of water managers and barangay officials, and a survey of 105 randomly sampled member-users from the barangays, the interface between the community-based organization and the barangay government in maintaining and operating the water system is explored. As a measure of overall water system performance, the study identified the major exogenous and endogenous factors that affect water administration at local levels which impinge upon the delivery of water services as perceived by households in rural communities. The BWSAs do not follow a uniform organizational structure and process in managing their water resources, but rather resort to customary rules and procedures that are generally established by local government officials who head these water systems. Given this, the authors support the idea of accommodating participation in the management and administration of water resources by actors other than government officials to ensure accountability and efficient water delivery.
Keywords: Artificial water scarcity; Water governance and administration; rural communities; level III-water systems
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P2-B42 Post Disaster Accountability in Shelter Delivery Ladylyn Lim Mangada
University of the Philippines Visayas Tacloban College Email:
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The massive destruction and loss of life caused by Super Typhoon Haiyan (STH) necessitated a blue print for bouncing forward. Creatively, local government units in partnership with national government agencies and humanitarian organizations responded to the needs of the internally displaced persons. Applying the International Democracy and Electoral Assistance assessment framework on democratic accountability, the study is focused on assessing the answerability, responsiveness and enforceability of shelter provision. The municipality of Guiuan, Eastern Samar served as the study site. Super typhoon Haiyan made its first of six (6) landfalls on Guiuan, Eastern Samar on November 8, 2013. It precipitated a storm surge in the seas around the coastal towns that led to grave loss of life and massive damage to private and public assets. Qualitative interview and secondary data collection were conducted in the second and third quarters of 2015. Findings indicated that the municipality introduced new mechanisms and quickly resettled the affected communities. However, some issues emerged such as: (a) the lack of a good system for identifying the correct beneficiaries for housing services; (b) the assurance that the completed housing units will be of good quality; and (c) unresponsive housing policies to citizens’ needs. Ultimately, this paper builds on the narrative of the importance for the affected community to be aware of the officials and agencies that are accountable for shelter delivery and may be approached for disaster rehabilitation and recovery. Keywords: post disaster, accountability, shelter delivery, Haiyan
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P2-B43 Week-Ahead Load Forecasting Using Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network for a Power Utility Lemuel Clark P. Velasco1, Paul B. Bokingkito, Jr.2, Jogie A. Vistal3 Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology Mindanao State University-Buug Campus 3 Mindanao State University-Main Campus, Philippines Email:
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Electric load forecasting is essential to an electric utility to help assess important decisions and planning in order to have reliable and effective operations. Week-ahead load prediction which involves seven days in daily predicted resolution is an important function in capacity planning and maintenance scheduling. One unexplored prediction model in week-ahead load forecasting is multilayer perceptron neural network (MLPNN), an artificial neural network architecture that models human brain and consists of one input layer, one or more hidden layers and one output layer. [1, 2, 3]. The data utilized in the MLPNN model was from the three-year historical load consumption from January 2012 to December 2015 of a local power utility company in the Philippines. Electric load was carefully validated and normalized using min-max normalization technique. Resilient propagation training algorithm was used and compared from the performance of Tanh, Sigmoid and Gaussian activation functions in order to determine which techniques yields a more accurate model to train the network. Results showed that using MLPNN, resilient propagation as learning algorithm and its appropriate activation function could yield to an accurate prediction with minimum error in predicting the week-ahead consumption. From the three activation functions being compared, sigmoid activation function in resilient propagation produces the most efficient and least network error and least elapse time on its training. These findings suggest that MLPNN architecture with resilient propagation and sigmoid activation function is an efficient training algorithm in forecasting week-ahead load consumption for a local power utility company. Keywords: Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network; Electric Load Forecasting; Week Ahead Load Forecasting
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P2-B44 Synthesis and Characterization of Room-temperature Ionic Liquids with Tris(pentafluoroethyl)trifluorophosphate (FAP) Anions Julius Kim A. Tiongson1, Dwight Angelo V. Bruzon2, Giovanni Tapang3, Imee Su Martinez2 Natural Sciences Research Institute nstitute of Chemistry 3 National Institute of Physics University of the Philippines-Diliman Email:
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Tris(pentafluoroethyl)trifluorophosphate (FAP)-containing ionic liquids (ILs) are gaining interest as an alternative absorbents due to their high gas absorption capacity and high thermal and chemical stability. Current methodology in the synthesis of FAP-based ILs involves electrochemical fluorination that involves reactants that are pyrophoric and reactive with organic and inorganic fluorides. This elicits the need for developing more benign and environmentally friendlier methods of synthesizing these ILs. In this particular study, a set of three FAP-based ILs that consists of three different cations: 1-pentyl-3-methylimidazolium, 1-(4-methoxybutyl)-3methylimidazolium, and 1-(4-cyanobutyl)-3-methylimidazolium, and a common anion, FAP, were synthesized and characterized. An Ambelyst A-26 resin was packed in a column and was loaded with [TMA][FAP] solution. Using the anion loaded column, a solution of the synthesized chloride salts was passed through for anion exchange. The eluates were purified by charcoal filtration, water washing, and vacuum-drying. The 1H-NMR, 19 F-NMR, 31P-NMR, and IR analyses were used to confirm the success of the syntheses. Quantitative product yields of approximately 80% were obtained. The synthesized FAP-based ILs showed low chloride and water content, and low viscosity compared to some fluorine-containing ILs. Thermal analysis for these ILs showed high thermal stability at temperature greater than 573.15 K. The FAP-based ILs were synthesized using anion exchange chromatography as a simple and benign method with minimum release of toxic by-products. The ionic liquids in this study may be used for further study on CO2 solubility at extended temperature ranges. Keywords: absorbents; ionic liquids; FAP anion; anion exchange chromatography; thermal stability
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P2-B45 Fabrication and Characterization of SnO2 Nanofibre for DSSC Application Yin Maung Maung1, Zayar Pyae Phyo Aung2, Than Than Win3
Physics Department, Mandalay University, Myanmar Department of Physics, University of Yangon, Myanmar 3 Physics Department, Mandalay University of Distance Education, Myanmar Email:
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Nanotechnology is the experimental process of manipulating matter on an incredibly minute scale in order to create new products and materials systems. Nanofibers are an exciting new class of material used for valueadded applications such as composite, insulation and energy storage. Nanocrystalline tin oxide (SnO2) powders were synthesized by a direct precipitation from an aqueous solution. SnO2 nanopowders were prepared by stannous chloride dehydrate (SnCl2.2H2O) dissolves in distilled water. The final products was ground into a fine powder and then annealed at 650 oC for 6 h. The results of XRD showed that pure SnO2 nanocrystalline powder exhibited tetragonal rutile structure. The optical band gap of SnO2 nanopowder was investigated by UV-Vis absorption spectroscopy. The nanostructure was confirmed by field emission scanning electron microscope (FESEM). SnO2 nanofibers were fabricated by home-made electrospinning with vertical experimental set up. The nanofibers treated at 600 oC was examined by field emission scanning electron microscope (FESEM). The functionalize sample surface at a nanometer range of SnO2 nanofibers were examined by Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM). In this study SnO2 nanofibre was used as photoelectrode and counter electrode was carbon. Chlorophyll-based natural dyes such as Tamarind leaves was extracted. Optical properties of natural dyes were examined by absorbance spectra. Current density “voltage (I-V) characteristics of DSSCs with natural dye were measured. From I-V curve, conversion efficiency (η) and fill factor (FF) were evaluated for all dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). Keywords: nanofiber, XRD, FESEM, AFM, DSSC
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P2-B46 Cr(VI) Adsorption by Lumbang-Derived Activated Carbon/Chitosan Composite Crosslinked with Epichlorohydrin Nelson R. Villarante and Angelo Patrick R. Bautista
Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics, College of Arts and Sciences University of the Philippines- Manila Email:
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The present study is concerned with the batch adsorption of toxic Cr(IV) ion from an aqueous solution using Lumbang (Aleurites moluccana) activated carbon-chitosan composite cross-linked with epirchlorhydrin (LACCH-ECH) as an adsorbent. The adsorption experiments were conducted as a function of pH, agitation time, initial Cr(IV) ion concentration and adsorbent dose. The synthesized biosorbent was characterized by instrumental techniques such as FTIR, SEM, and DSC. FTIR study showed various functionalities, such as -OH and -NH2 groups. The surface morphology of the adsorbent possessed a porous texture with round- and elliptical-shaped voids that can provide adsorption sites for the adsorbate. Optimum conditions for the maximum adsorption of Cr(IV) ion was attained at pH 3 and contact time of 75 min with an adsorbent dose of 3 g/L and initial concentration of 60 ppm. Removal efficiency of 93% for the aqueous medium of Cr(IV) was observed at optimum temperature condition of 30 oC but this was reduced to 85% when actual wastewater from Pasig River was used. The data were analyzed using different kinetic and isotherm models. The equilibrium data fitted well with the Langmuir model and for the kinetic model, the pseudo-second order provided a better representation of the experimental results. This investigation revealed that the Lumbang activated carbonchitosan composite which was crosslinked with epirchlorhydrin is a promising adsorbent for treatment of wastewater contaminated with heavy metals. Keywords: Biosorption, adsorption isotherms, kinetic models, heavy metals, activated carbon-chitosan composites
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P2-B47 The Value of Mangroves as Bioshield against the November 2013 Haiyan Surge in Tacloban City, Philippines Drandreb Earl O. Juanico
Technological Institute of the Philippines Email:
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Studies have shown that Typhoon Haiyan was a perfect storm with its angle of approach, speed, and timing. We simulated Haiyan’s conditions using XBeach, a tool developed by Deltares in the Netherlands. Could coastal mangroves lessen the inundation scope of the storm surge induced by Haiyan’s Category 5 winds and fastmoving eye? An affirmative answer arose from simulations for Concepcion, Iloilo, another town that laid in the direct path of Haiyan. Concepcion had a substantial mangrove coverage, whereas Tacloban had not. For Tacloban, simulation results suggest that if coastal mangroves were extant, Haiyan would have inundated fewer barangays within the city. A 245-ha coastal forest could have shielded about Php5.0B in economic value by minimizing the damage due to inundation only. About 7 of the 81 most populous barangays in 2010, which accounted for about 4,300 households, would have been spared from the surge. For a planting spend of P100k for every 36x36 sqm plot, the greening initiative would need about P190M, accounting for the displacement of some existing residences. The long-term benefit visibly outweighs the cost by a factor of 26x. Our study suggests that bioshield planting should be strategic. It should minimize residential displacement while maximizing the protective capacity. Planting anywhere and everywhere possible is not the most cost-effective approach. This study validates the hypothesized effectiveness of mangrove plantations in shielding communities from the inundation damage brought about by a storm surge. Keywords: Haiyan; mangroves; bioshield; Tacloban; storm surge
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P2-B48 Extraction and Purification of Pectin from Fruit Peel Wastes of Selcted Philipine Fruits Monet M. Loquias1 and Erna C. Arollado2, Kerstin Mariae G. Ponsaran2
College of Pharmacy, 2National Institutes of Health (NIH), Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (IPS) University of the Philippines Manila Email:
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Pectin is a heteropolysaccharide used as gelling agent for food and pharmaceutical preparations, usually extracted from citrus fruits. At present, the Philippines imports 100% of its pectin from European countries. Our country has rich variety of fruits which can be tapped as sources of pectin. This study aimed to extract, purify and characterize pectin from fruit peel wastes of selected Philippine fruits. Pectin was extracted from the waste peels of Citrus maxima, Artocarpus altilis, Musa paradisiaca, Durio zibethinus, Hylocereus undatus, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Citrullus lanatus, and Mangifera indica using acid extraction then purified. The isolates were subjected to pectin identification tests, such as methoxy and anhydrouronic acid contents, functional groups identification and swelling index, based on the United States Pharmacopeia (USP). A. altilis had the highest yield with 38.79% followed by C. maxima (19.61%). The isolates from C. maxima, M. paradisiaca, D. zibethinus, A. heterophyllus, H. undatus and M. indica gave consistently positive results in all the identification tests. Anhydrouronic acid contents of the isolated pectin ranged from 80.53-91.54%, which conformed with the USP specifications of not less than 74% for anhydrouronic acid. The swelling indices were found to be 2.749.84, with H. undatus being the highest. The FTIR scans revealed that all the isolates have characteristic peaks of pectin although they differ in intensity. All the waste peels of selected Philippine fruits are potential sources of pectin. Extraction procedure may be optimized in order to meet the USP specifications. Keywords: pectin; fruit peels; Citrus maxima; Artocarpus altilis; Hylocereus undatus
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P2-B50 Effect of Sintering Temperature on the Rolled Copper-Sheathed Monofilament MgB2 Superconducting Wire Satrio Herbirowo
Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) Email:
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The manufacture of low critical temperature (Tc) MgB2 superconductor wire fabricated by powder-in-tube (PIT) is a multi-step process. The main difficulty is that the value of Tc superconductor wire is determined by various factors different for each step. The objective of this study is to analyze the effect of selected sintering parameters on the properties of final rolled material. The fabrication process of 2 m rolled-copper sheath monofilament superconductor MgB2 wire using mechanical deformation process including rolling and drawing has been carried out. Starting powders, containing nominal composition of MgB2, were inserted into Cu tube and rolled until it reached a diameter of 2 mm. The process of rolling of copper tube was subsequently repeated in order to obtain 3 samples and then they were heat-treated at 800°C respectively. We evaluated the doping effect of two types of multiwall carbon nanotube (CNT) with different aspect ratios on MgB2/Cu monofilament wires. Surface morphology was analyzed with SEM, crystal structure of MgB2 with XRD, whereas temperature dependence resistivity with four-point probe. According to XRD results, MgB2 phase were detected in all samples. SEM-EDX images showed porosity and dispersed all elements along cross sectional surface of the samples. The sample with low heating temperature showed more pores than that of high heating temperature. However, the pores increased as the CNTs doped increased of up to 5 wt% make it hard to identify the critical temperature. The sample with heating time of 30 minutes showed a critical temperature of 42 K. Keywords: MgB2; superconducting wire; copper-sheath; critical temperature
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P2-B51 Formation of Hydroxyapatite Powders from Eggshells by Wet Chemical Precipitation Method Than H. Win1, Aye A. Thant2, Khin K. Win1,
Department of Physics, 2Universities’ Research Center University of Yangon, 11041 Kamayut, Yangon, Myanmar. Email:
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Since last two decades, the use of calcium phosphate (CaP) based synthetic bone substitute materials have increased. The most commonly used of calcium phosphate (CaP) bioceramics are hydroxyapatite (HA) and tricalcium phosphate (TCP) or HA / TCP combination. Hydroxyapatite Ca10 (PO4)6 (OH)2 have chemically and structurally similar to the mineral portions of bone and teeth. In this study, the hydroxyapatite powder with Ca/P molar ratio 1.67 derived from eggshells for bone and teeth replacement applications. A huge amount of eggshells is left daily across the world as bio-wastes. Therefore, in this research work, eggshell is used as the calcium (Ca) source. The eggshells are composed of calcium carbonate (94%), calcium phosphate (1%), organic matter (4%) and magnesium carbonate (1%). Hydroxyapatite powders were synthesized by the wet-chemical route using calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)2) from eggshells, diammonium hydrogen phosphate ((NH4)2 HPO4) and acetone as starting materials. The obtained HA powders were characterized by X-ray Diffraction (XRD) and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR). The XRD patterns showed that the crystallographic results of as-synthesized and heat-treated HA powder. The as-synthesized HA powders showed the amorphous state. After the heat-treated, the apatite was more crystallized. FTIR results confirmed the formation of hydroxyapatite phases such as phosphate and hydroxyl groups. Keywords: Bioceramics; Eggshells; FTIR, Heat-treated; Wet-chemical route; XRD.
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P2-B54 CFD Analysis of Japanese Vernacular Architecture in the Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go considering Regional Topography Yuki Ogawa, Kiyotaka Deguchi and Shun Kawakubo Hosei University, Japan Email:
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Vernacular architecture is one of the great achievements of our ancestors and demonstrates excellent environmental adaptation to suit regional climates and cultures. Rediscovering and reintroducing some of the complex features of vernacular architecture and historical ways of living will contribute to realizing a sustainable future. The Gassho-style houses in the historic villages of Shirakawa-go, which is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are one of the most famous examples of Japanese vernacular architecture, and their environmental performance should be investigated to elucidate and rediscover how past architects attempted to improve the indoor thermal and wind environment without the use of modern-day equipment and appliances. Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis was conducted to understand thermal and wind environment of both the historic villages of Shirakawa-go and the interiors of the Gassho-style houses, taking regional topography into account by using multiscale models. The results of CFD analysis quantified the effects of vernacular architectural designs on the indoor thermal and wind environments. Well-designed positioning of the houses and air pathways enabled the introduction of fresh air into the interior space. Rooms occupied by people and those used for silkworm rearing were raised off the ground and covered with thick, steeply pitched thatched roofs with high insulation performance, enabling the creation of a milder and more comfortable thermal environment. Rediscovering the value of vernacular architecture based on scientific grounds can promote the preservation of cultural heritage and the ongoing sustainable development of human society. Keywords: computational fluid dynamics, thermal and wind environment, regional topography, downscaling, Shirakawa-go, Gassho-style houses
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P2-B55 Investigation and Assessment of Implementation on The Next Generation Energy and Social System Model in Japan Weijun Gao
The University of Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan Email:
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In this research, we studied Next generation energy and social system demonstration project implemented in Yokohama, Toyota, Keihanna and Kitakyushu. Firstly, we compare the initial plan of each demonstration area with the efforts since the implementation, based on the METI (Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry) outcome report. In addition, we conducted hearing survey to participants of the demonstration project in Kitakyushu and Yokohama. Through this work, by first analyzing the demonstration projects before and after the disaster, we aim to assess the impact on the demonstration project brought by the social situation at the time. Next, the second purpose is to assess the characteristics of each demonstration area and the future power system. Keywords: Next Generation Energy, Electricity Supply, Smart City, Evaluation
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P2-B56 Fuzzy comprehensive evaluation model of urban water security from urban resilient perspective-a case study of sponge city Y. Su, W. J. Gao and D. J. Guan
The University of Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan Email:
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Freshwater use and management is growing more important overall the world. Little attention has been paid to urban water security and paid the attention mainly to water volume but, it is not enough to account for water volume only in policy-making and local governed view. It needs to take into consideration economic, society, technology and environment. The object of this paper is to account for these factors in urban water security through urban resiliency indicators. The approach Fuzzy Comprehensive Evaluation Model (FCE) was adopted for the evaluation in its role to assess urban resiliency. And clusters analysis is applied to level classification. The results obtained in this research include that urban resiliency was denoted by five levels, namely High-high, High-low, moderate, Low-high, and Low-low urban resiliency, which is the foundation for further research on urban water security scenarios simulation. The impacts of our obtained results indicate that the integrated urban resiliency is mainly affected by the organizational structure resiliency in the four domains. To help develop more effective policies to improve China’s urban water security, the paper divides the 20 sponge cities into 3 sub-levels with cluster analysis. Recommendations for improving the urban resiliency of different sublevels are made to help guide the decicison-makers to adjust urban water management governance approaches to local conditions Keywords: Fuzzy Comprehensive Evaluation Model, urban resiliency, urban water security, cluster analysis, sponge city
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P2-B57 Steady Increase in Electricity in the ASEAN Residential Sector Kazuhiro Fukuyo
Yamaguchi University, Japan Email:
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Energy demand in the ASEAN member countries has increased by 2.6 times between 1990 and 2013 while the world’s energy demand has increased by 30% in the same period. This rapid increase in the ASEAN’s energy demand is reportedly driven by the socio-economic development in the ASEAN countries. Energy policies in the ASEAN countries are of growing importance in global energy security and prevention of global warming. In order to formulate energy effective policies, it is necessary to know the historical and current situation of the energy consumption in the ASEAN countries. In this paper, the author focused on the residential sector. By using the statistical data provided by the International Energy Association (IEA), the United Nations Statistics Division (UNSD), etc., the author shows the relationship between the residential energy consumption and socio-economic indicators.
The energy consumption profiles are not uniform in the ASEAN countries. In Brunei and Singapore, electricity is a main residential energy resource while in the other countries, bio fuels are important energy resources. The residential electricity consumption increases steadily with the economic development in the ASEAN countries. Generally, a 1000 dollars increase in GDP per capita results in a 30~40 kWh increase.
The energy demand, especially the residential electricity consumption, increases steadily with the economic development. It is important issue not only how to generate and distribute electricity to meet the demand but also how to conserve the electricity for preventing global warming. Keywords: Energy Statistics, Residential Energy Consumption, Electricity
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STRAND 3: HUMAN HEALTH AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
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P2-C01 To Bt or not to Bt: An Analysis of News Readers’ Comments on the Debate on Bt Talong (Eggplant) Testing in the Philippines Teresa S. Congjuico
University of the Philippines Email:
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On December 8, 2015, the Supreme Court of the Republic of the Philippines released its decision to stop the field testing for Bacillus thuringiensis eggplant, upholding the 2013 Court of Appeals decision. This resulted in the exchange of opposing views, some post-truths and alternative factsfrom the pro-and anti-GMO online news commenters. Using Paul Graham’s (2008) disagreement classificatory scheme, this study analyzed the reader’s comments that came out in Rappler, Inc. and Inquirer.net. Ninety-two unique usernames made comments: 56 are pro-GMO while 15 are anti-GMO. Of the 158 comments, 99 were pro-GMO and 33 were anti-GMO. Of the 99 pro-GMO comments, 59 percent are DH5-DH7 levels; of the 33 anti-GMO comments, 51 percent DH5-DH7 levels. The pro-GMO commenters most dominant discourse is the frustration over a perceived limited public understanding of GMOs. For the anti-GMO commenters, the dominant discourse is the perceived threat that world food supply would be controlled by few GMO companies. Majority of the commenters, either pro- or anti-GMO, were found to be highly committed to the topic at hand, giving more effort to defend their positions. However, the pro-GMO commenters dominated the threads both in terms of their number and the quantity of their comments. Of the many discourses raised around the issues, the top pro-GMO discourse was the concern on the lack of understanding of GMOs. The top anti-GMO discourse, on the other hand, was the concern that the use of GMO technologies will reinforce oligarchy. Keywords: BT Eggplant; BT Talong; GMOs; Biotechnology
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P2-C02 Effects of Drying at Varying Temperature and Time on the Properties of Lato (Caulerpa Lentillifera) Shirley G. Cabrera, Ivy Fidez R. Perez, Khristine Grace F. Bacal, Nikki Rose S. Garejo, and Nekke Lettie Joy A. Pasia Batangas State University, Philippines Email:
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The Philippines has abundant aquatic resources and is noted for the culture of seaweeds along with Japan, China, Korea, and Taiwan. Seaweeds have economical significance and have a great potential either fresh or processed. This study is intended to analyze and determine the effects of drying at varying temperature and time on the properties of Lato (Caulerpa lentillifera), an edible green seaweeds. The seaweeds were analyzed for its proximate analysis, pH, titratable acidity, free fatty acid, total soluble solid, vitamin E, minerals and E. coli count compositions. It was found that Caulerpa lentillifera can be potential sources of plant food proteins and showed the potential of being good sources of mineral supplements. Results showed that increase in drying time and temperature increased the amount of phosphorus and copper content, while Escherichia coli content decreased. However, Vitamin E was degraded during drying. There are significant differences on the properties of Caulerpa lentillifera dried at different temperatures except for crude fat and at different time except for pH. The optimized drying temperature and time for Caulerpa lentillifera is the combination of 60oC for 30 hours. This research can be a basis for further product development and value adding for food security and sustainability. Keywords: Lato (Caulerpa lentillifera), Drying temperature, optimized drying temperature, chemical properties
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P2-C03 Incidence, Etiology and Severity of Childhood Pneumonia in a Filipino Cohort Raita Tamaki
Tohoku Univeristy, Japan Email:
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Childhood pneumonia is the predominant cause of illness globally. Accurate measurements of incidence of childhood pneumonia are essential for resource allocation, especially in low-income and middle-income countries. We aimed to assess the incidence, etiology, and risk factors for pneumonia in children under five years. This open cohort study was conducted at two municipalities in Biliran Island, a remote area of the Philippines. We enrolled children (<5 years) and followed up between February 25, 2014 and June 30, 2016. We obtained data for risk factors, clinical information and specimen for viral identification from patient with respiratory signs and symptoms at either household or any levels of the health facilities. We calculated incidence rate in person-year and odds ratio for risk factors. Viral etiology was assessed based on the severity of the cases. The national facility based surveillance estimate was compared with our cohort incidence. We enrolled 4,017 children who accrued 5,677 child-years of follow-up. We recorded 1,904 pneumonia episodes, with an incidence of 0-·331 episodes per child-year. Of these episodes, 307 (16%) cases were severe pneumonia, with an incidence of 0-·053 episodes per child-year and four (0.2%) cases led to death. Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the most common virus in severe pneumonia cases. Lower socioeconomic status, cost distance to primary health facility and malnutrition were associated with an increased incidence of pneumonia. National surveillance system detected 36 % of the pneumonia identified by the cohort. Keywords: pneumonia; incidence; risk factors; cohort; Philippines; viral etiology
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P2-C04 Lead, Cadmium and Bacterial Determination in Kangkong (Ipomoea aquatica) Sold in Selected Markets of Bacoor City Kristine R. Dela Cruz, Nikka Mariz L. Tansingco, Maricar C. de Leon, Raymond S. Padolina St. Dominic College of Asia, Philippines Email:
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Ingestion of vegetables containing heavy metals and bacterial pathogens can cause an array of diseases. This study aimed to investigate the levels of Lead and Cadmium and bacterial contamination in Kangkong (Ipomoea aquatica) sold in selected markets in Bacoor City. Lead and Cadmium were analyzed by Ashing-Acid Digestion or Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometry. The researchers used a random sampling technique in the collection of fresh kangkong. 25 g of sub samples were taken aseptically, weighed and diluted with 225 ml of 0.1% buffered peptone water (Himedia, M1275, India), and homogenized for 2 minutes using blender and tested after being washed for 1 minute, 3 minutes, and 5 minutes. Bacteria were cultured in Eosin Methylene Blue Agar (EMB) and incubated at 37oC for 24 hours. For the results, there are lesser bacteria on a sample that has been washed for 5 minutes. As for the levels of heavy metals, the result of the test shows less than 0.3 for lead and less than 0.1 for cadmium. Keywords: Ipomoea aquatica; Ashing-Acid Digestion-Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrometry
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P2-C05 Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam) Seed Starch Extract as a PotentiaL Serum Gel Separator and Its Effect on Glucose and Cholesterol Testing Clifford Neil C. Rebojo, Andrea Alessandra L. Manzano, Timothy John C. Torres, Maricor Y. Mercado, Angelica Jaramillo St. Dominic College of Asia, Bacoor, Cavite, Philippines Email:
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This study is focused on the extraction of jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam) seed starch and its potential as a serum gel separator. At 0.12 g/mL concentration, the starch was turned into a gel via gelatinization and was found out to successfully form a barrier between the serum and the formed elements of blood. The sera obtained using the product was used on random blood sugar and cholesterol testing to note if there will be any significant effects on the results. Twenty (20) blood samples were collected from the students of School of Health Science Professions of St. Dominic College of Asia with normal serum glucose and cholesterol levels. The results were statistically analyzed using Welch’s ANOVA and were found out to be not significantly different when compared against the values obtained using commercial serum separator tubes which is the control. The study shown that the jackfruit seed starch can be used as a potential serum gel separator and that it has no effect on random blood sugar and cholesterol testing. The result of this experimental study led to the recommendation of the use of other routine tests using jackfruit seed starch, other sources of starch, ideally those that are already considered waste but is not harmful to the environment and further study on how to prolong the shelf-life of the starch. Keywords: Artocarpus heterophyllus Lam, cholesterol testing, jackfruit seed starch, random blood sugar testing, serum, serum gel separator
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P2-C06 “Of Practices and Predictors in responding to ARI Episodes”: Community Patterns of Health Seeking Behaviors in Biliran Island, Philippines Mark Donald C. Reñosa1, Raita Tamaki2, Alvin G. Tan1, Portia P. Alday1, Jhoys M. Landicho1, Veronica L. Tallo1 Research Institute for Tropical Medicine, Philippines Tohoku University, Japan Email:
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Despite the substantial programs addressing childhood illnesses, pneumonia ranks as the 1st leading cause of childhood mortality in the Philippines. These were associated to delays and failure to access appropriate treatment and care. Hence, this study was designed to determine the current health seeking behavior among caregivers of children under 5 years old, including its predictors. A prospective cohort study was undertaken in selected barangays in two municipalities of Biliran, Philippines. 2,996 children under 5 years old were visited every two weeks from February 2014 to June 2015. Mothers documented signs and symptoms of respiratory infections and actions taken in response to them in a disease calendar. Research staff confirmed calendar entries and enter into database. Results revealed that mothers may appear to recognize critical signs of illness but are not appropriately responding to them. Of pneumonia cases (n=209), only fifty visited health care facilities (23.92%), some have not taken any action at all (11%), while majority (42.58%) resorted to self-medication of western drugs. Age and educational attainment of the caregivers, household SES, age of child at the time of episode, number of children under 5 years and caregiver’s perception of pneumonia were identified as predictors for health seeking behavior. These findings suggest that there is inappropriate and delay in seeking care to childhood pneumonia in rural areas. Keywords: Acute Respiratory Infection, Childhood Pneumonia, Health Seeking Behavior
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P2-C07 Antibiotic Resistance of Vibrio spp. Isolated from Shrimp Farms in the Philippines Renren B. Barroga1 and Mary Beth B. Maningas1,2
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology Laboratory, Research Center for the Natural and Applied Sciences, Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science University of Santo Tomas, España Blvd., Manila, Philippines Email:
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The occurrence of different diseases in the shrimp aquaculture industry have driven the need for intensified farming practices to maximize profits. To ensure high production, farmers relied greatly on the use of antibiotics without knowing its possible impact on the environment and on human health. Continued use of antibiotics may steer the development of drug-resistant bacteria, which may lead to transfer of drug-resistance to other pathogens through horizontal gee transfer and decreased efficiency of antibiotics in human and animal diseases. Antimicrobial susceptibility pattern was determined in Vibrio spp. isolated from hepatopancreas of shrimp samples collected in various provinces in the Philippines using TCBS agar and purified using nutrient agar. These isolates were tested against ampicillin (20µg) and tetracycline (20µg) by disk diffusion assay. Zones of inhibition were measured and susceptibility of the isolates were classified as susceptible, intermediate, or resistant. A total of 15 Vibrio spp. were isolated from different farms in the Philippines. Resistance to ampicillin was observed in 20% of the total number of isolates, these were isolated from shrimp samples collected from Luzon and Visayas. Two out of 15 isolates showed intermediate sensitivity to ampicillin, and one isolate showed the same sensitivity against tetracycline. None of the isolates was resistant to tetracycline, hence the presence of multi-drug resistance was not observed. These findings suggest that drug-resistant Vibrio spp. are present in some shrimp ponds in the country. Hence, the emergence of these strains indicates the indiscriminate use antibiotics in the aquaculture industry. Keywords: drug resistance, Vibrio spp., shrimp, horizontal gene transfer, antibiotics
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P2-C08 Filipino Women’s Awareness and Beliefs on Cervical Cancer and Papanicolaou Test Juniel B. Tagarino and Marciel M. Tizon Samar State University, Philippines Email:
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Cervical cancer is one of the greatest fears of every woman to occur. It is marked by variety of physical changes, as well as the thoughts and feelings that sometimes overwhelm a woman to be conscious about her condition. Up to 25% of the female population do not have annual Pap test. Barriers to having annual Pap test are related to poor awareness, attitudes and beliefs, low income, low education and low cancer perceived susceptibility. This study assessed the awareness and beliefs about cervical cancer and Papanicolaou test in Catbalogan City, Samar, Philippines. A descriptive and inferential method was adopted for this research study. The respondents of the study were the woman who resides of in Catbalogan City, Samar ages 21- 65 years old. The study utilized a convenient sampling and different statistical tool. In general, the respondents’ have poor awareness about cervical cancer and Pap test. In which 4 out of 10 women did not know cervical cancer. And 5 out of 5 women had heard Pap test, 4 out of 10 women said that cervical cancer cannot be detected with Pap test before symptoms appear and the women’s belief was fairly positive. Barriers of getting Pap test includes lack of awareness about the necessary age and how often the Pap test is needed, needs a long time, afraid to find out the result and embarrassed. Women should indulge in activities to maximize their awareness and beliefs on cervical cancer and Pap test. Keywords: Cervical Cancer, Papanicolaou test, Awareness, Belief, Catbalogan City
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P2-C09 Modelling the Frequency Response of Human Cochlea to Induced Defect Elexis Mae A. Torres and Maricor N. Soriano
National Institute of Physics, University of the Philippines, Diliman Email:
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The cochlea is a spiraling bony structure in the inner ear which converts sound into nerve impulses for processing in the brain. It can be damaged due to aging or prolonged exposure to loud sounds that can lead to hearing loss. In actual clinical practice, hearing loss is assessed via low hearing threshold in the patient’s audiogram result. This, however, fails to address a lot of issues in hearing aid customization. As an alternative, various cochlear models are currently being used for non-invasive assessment of hearing loss. To simulate human cochlear response, Neely-Kim discrete-element model represented slices of the cochlea’s Organ of Corti (OC) as vibrating spring-mass systems, coupled by a travelling wave along its length. Inducing damage in the model to mimic the effect of aging within the cochlea was done by modifying the active amplification block within the OC. Frequency response of each slice was obtained and verified to closely follow Greenwood function. Upon inducing damage, the following changes in the response was observed: flattening of tuning pattern, shifting to lower characteristic frequency, and decreasing of cochlear gain. These results were compared and found to agree with that of Saremi et al. that uses a transmission line model instead. With these results, determining whether or not hearing damage is caused by one of the active mechanisms within the cochlea can be easier. Keywords: cochlear model; hearing loss; frequency response
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Mobile Wireless Sensor Network: A Tool for Network-based Virtual Reality in Fitness Center Mark Phil B. Pacot, Grace Jane V. Albarina, Jenny M. Ybañez, Rejie L. Sarong Caraga State University, Ampayon Butuan City, CARAGA Region, Philippines Email:
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Virtual Reality is based upon theories about a long held human desire to escape the boundaries of the “real world” by embracing cyberspace. Once there we can interact with this virtual environment in a more naturalistic manner which will generate new forms of human-machine interaction (HMI). Virtual reality enables the future development of many applications such as education, training, athletics, industrial design, architecture and landscape architecture, urban planning, space exploration, medicine and rehabilitation, entertainment, and model building and research in many fields of science [1]. The most famous application of virtual reality is the 3D games. Doing fitness exercises is an essential daily need to improve health and endurance. However, in modern society, people do not have many chances to do exercises regularly in a natural environment. This motivates the development of multimedia and interactive systems to stimulate the excitement for people when doing indoor fitness exercises even at home, or fitness center, or workplace. Provided with various types of multimedia and video, users can enjoy the experience of immersion in the environment when doing fitness exercises. One of the applications that innovate virtual reality related to fitness is the machine Munich-based startup Icaros GmbH has a new way to motivate people to exercise more. It’s somewhat intimidating fitness system blends the physical world with the virtual world, making the user the protagonist of their own video game while working key muscles up and down their body. The idea of blending exercise with video games isn’t a new one. This study “Mobile Wireless Sensor Network: A tool for Network-based Virtual Reality in Fitness Center” created a mobile application that will able to add motivation to the user by using those devices, indoor running using a treadmill and like devices with additional virtual reality, people will be more motivated to do exercise. With the animation of images through Unity and gathering user acceleration using android application, we can add excitement in exercising, specifically in running. The researchers will use Android Technology in estimating the user’s acceleration by using Accelerometer which is a built-in component for measuring the acceleration of any mobile device. It can detect motions like swinging, tilting, rotating and shaking. This sensor can measure the acceleration force in m/s2 that is applied to a device on all three physical axes (x, y, and z), including the force of gravity. The accelerometer in the mobile device provides the XYZ coordinate values, which is used to measure the position and the acceleration of the device. The XYZ coordinate represents direction and position of the device at which acceleration occurred. The mobile device rest in the Earth includes the acceleration due to gravity (g = 9.81m/s2) and the acceleration value. The accelerometer values provided by the device normally includes the gravity as well [12]. In addition, it also uses Unity software as Game Interface. Unity is a flexible and powerful development platform for creating multi-platform 3D and 2D games and interactive experiences. It’s a complete ecosystem for anyone who aims to build a business on creating high-end content and connecting to their most loyal and enthusiastic players and customers [16]. Unity is the engine that powers millions of interactive content experiences worldwide, including a number of outstanding visualization projects. According to Jon Brouchoud, lead developer, Arch Virtual, Unity was a major step forward! It allowed us to simply import our models and make them interactive. It was a paradigm shift. [17]. During the execution of the Android application, the application is able to send data to the database with every 200 milliseconds. At the same time, the executable file produced by Unity Engine is able to retrieve data from the database with an average of 35 frame rate. Thus, real time retrieving of user’s acceleration and as a parameter in animation is possible. It provides a near-real-time simulation of an outdoor exercise which provides user’s the same experience of immersion in the environment when doing fitness exercises. Integration of Unity and Android application in real-time situations like gathering actual acceleration is possible. With this, researchers are able to create a responsive animation of an outdoor exercise particularly in running exercise using actual user’s acceleration via Android application and Virtual view created using the trial version of Unity Engine software. Keywords: human-machine interaction, wireless sensor network, network-based, virtual reality, mobile application, acceleration
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P2-C11 Examining the Relationship of Daily Money Allowance, Sugar-sweetened Beverages Consumption, and Level of Nutrition Knowledge on the Nutritional Status Among a Select Group of Filipino Adolescents Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Beatrice Joy C. Fuertes1, Evangeline Blanquita B. Liao1, Jesan Kate C.Nava1, Gaile Alexis L. Santos1, and Diane S. Mendoza1* Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, The Philippines Email:
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Over the past 10 years, there has been an increase in the prevalence of overweight and obesity among Filipino adolescents, and studies have shown that it is greatly contributed by sugar-sweetened beverage (SSBs) consumption. However, only a few studies have examined the relationship of SSBs consumption and other factors on the nutritional status (NS) of Filipino adolescents. This study aims to examine the relationship of daily money allowance (DMA), SSBs and level of nutrition knowledge (LNK) on the NS of a select group of Filipino adolescents. A total of 200 senior high school students participated in the study. Demographic profile, level of nutrition knowledge, and sugar-sweetened beverage consumption were measured in line with the study objectives. Partial least square approach was used to examine the relationship of the variables. SSB consumption contributed to 30-50% of the respondents’ recommended energy intake. Further, there is a significant relationship between DMA and SSB consumption, SSB and NS, and LNK and SSB, however, LNK did not affect NS. Findings of the study suggest that there should be a strong adherence in regulating the marketing of SSBs among students, providing nutrition education, behavior-based interventions, and establishing healthpromoting environments. Keywords: Money allowance; Sugar-sweetened beverages; Nutrition knowledge; Nutrition Status; Filipino adolescents
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P2-C12 The Role of Alcohol Consumption, Food Intake, and Physical Activity on the Prevalence of Obesity Among Filipino Call Center Agents Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Jean Heart Q. Cadiente1, Patrick Venjoe R. Calingasan1, Ma. Angela Veronica A. Loyola1, Helena Virginia M. Pastrano1, John Hilario L. Villaruel1 and Diane S. Mendoza1* Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, Philippines Email:
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In line with the increasing trend of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), an increase in the prevalence of overweight and obesity among call center agents for the past decade in Asia has been observed. However, little research has been done in the Philippine context involving alcohol consumption (AC), food intake (FI), and physical activity (PA) and the widespread of obesity among call center agents. This study examined the relationship of AC, FI and PA to obesity and, the potential disparities between regular and night shift workers. A descriptive exploratory research design was used in this study. A total number of 218 call center agent adults were purposively surveyed based on the inclusion criteria. Demographic profile, FI, AC and PA were assessed in line with the study objectives. A standard regression analysis was used to determine the relationship of AC, FI, and PA to obesity and independent test for the difference between both shift works (SW). A total of 218 participants completed the survey. Partial Least Square exhibited modest but statistically significant association of FI (p<0.01) and PA (p<0.01) to obesity. Interestingly AC showed otherwise. The prevalence of overweight/obesity was not significant (56.3% and 51%) among SW. Nonetheless, only AC, specifically beer (p<0.01) displayed a significant difference, which regular shift workers consume more than late shift workers. In the study, obesity appears to be predicted by FI and PA. Nutrition education on proper food choices and application of occupational moderate physical of SW could help in improving health and wellbeing among working populations. Keywords: alcohol consumption; food intake;physical activity;obesity;call center agents;shift works
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P2-C13 The Impact of Nutrition Education on University Students` Knowledge and Intake of Street Foods Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Allain Louies P. Dalisay1, Kristel Joy G. Magalong1, Jessica T. Quimpo1, Vera Lynne M. Ramos1, and Diane S. Mendoza1*
Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, The Philippines Email:
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There is an estimated 2.5B people consuming street foods worldwide (FAO, 2010). Street foods may be a source of fat that may contribute to overweight and obesity. Overweight and obesity is a dangerous health problem that may decrease quality of life and increase risk in cardiovascular diseases. To determine the possible effect of nutrition education through social media on nutrition knowledge and dietary intake among university students. Participants were randomly assigned to either control or experimental group. Nutrition education was given through social media in the span of three weeks. Anthropometric measurements, nutrition knowledge on street foods and dietary intake were measured at baseline and end of study period. T-test was used to analyze the results of the study. A total of 60 participants completed the study. The 3-week social media based nutrition intervention showed an insignificant increase in nutrition knowledge (p=0.723), kilocalories (p=0.687) and carbohydrate (p=0.077) intake of the experimental group. On the other hand, participants on the control group showed an insignificant increase in weight (p=0.394) and protein intake (p=0.856). Findings of the study showed that a 3-week social media-based nutrition education may not be enough to improve dietary intake and nutrition knowledge on street food. Longer duration of intervention and more interactive approach of social media can be considered. Keywords: nutrition education;dietary intake;street food; university students
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P2-C14 Factors Affecting the Nutritional Status of Congenitally Blind Filipino Children in an Institutional Setting Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Justine Joy O. Balondo1, Anne Gelnette R. Bautro1, Jenny Lynne V. Cua1, Sharina Leane T. So1, Diane S. Mendoza1* Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, The Philippines Email:
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Blind individuals are vulnerable to nutrition-related health problems due to their disability. However, in the Philippines, there seems to be no previous studies conducted on the relationship of nutritional knowledge and food preference to nutritional status and dietary intake. This pilot study aimed to provide a baseline data to determine the factors affecting the nutritional status of congenitally blind Filipino children in an institutional setting. Descriptive design was used. A total of 55 school children residing in the dormitory of an institute for the blind were surveyed and observed. A 2-day food weighing was conducted on nonconsecutive weekdays. The survey included demographic questions, a 15-item test on nutritional knowledge, and a 3-part questionnaire on food preference. PLS was used to analyze the results. Results of a multiple regression analyses indicate an effect of the two factors (nutrition knowledge and food preference) on dietary intake and nutritional status. Our findings show that nutrition knowledge has no significant effect on nutritional status. Also, nutritional knowledge and food preferences of the blind children in the institution were significantly related to their dietary intake, while food preferences were also found to be positively associated with nutritional status. The results of this study suggest that nutrition education on the principles of a balanced diet is crucial in maintaining normal nutrition status. These can also be of significant help for formal school administrators and education policy makers in formulating activities for the improvement of the learning environment of blind school children. Keywords: Blind; Nutritional knowledge; Food preference; nutritional status;Dietary intake
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P2-C15 The Predictive Effect of Sugar to Dietary Intake and Lifestyle Factors among Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Marian Lourdes O. Ballesteros1, Blessie Mae Labog1, Miko O. Isooka1, Eliza Bianca N. Nazal1, Joanne Pauline U. Tan1 and Diane S. Mendoza1* Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, The Philippines Email:
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by impulsivity, hyperactivity and low level of attention (source). Approximately, 3% to 5% of school-aged children are diagnosed with ADHD and most parents and teachers believe that consumption of sugar leads to hyperactivity. However, studies have yielded conflicting results on the effects of sugar consumption to children with ADHD. To determine the role of sugar consumption to the dietary intake, sleep, ADHD symptoms and school performance of children diagnosed with ADHD. A descriptive design and partial least squares approach of SEM was used to analyze the relationship between variables. A total of 45 children diagnosed with ADHD within Metro Manila were included in the study. The demographic profile, sugar consumption, dietary intake, sleep activity, manifestations of ADHD symptoms and school performance of the respondents were measured. Mean sugar consumption of the respondents contributed 17% of the total average energy intake which indicates excessive sugar consumption. In the PLS Regression, path coefficients demonstrated statistical data stating that sugar consumption has significant role on sleep (p=0.05), ADHD symptoms (<0.01) and school performance (p=<0.01), while dietary intake (p=0.13) shows insignificance. In children with ADHD, it was recognized that an excessive consumption of sugar may contribute to greater manifestations of ADHD symptom, sleep disturbance and poor school performance; thus, restriction of excessive sugar consumption should be observed. Strengthening policies and recommendations on sugar consumption and providing nutrition education among parents and teachers may help facilitate the children’s diet and lifestyle factors. Keywords: Attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD); sugar; dietary intake; ADHD symptoms; sleep; school performance
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P2-C16 Factors Affecting the Nutritional Status of Filipino Elderly in Home Care Settings Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Ellysha Kaira V. Asuncion1, Patrick Francis V. Guevara1, Joshua Kenneth M. Santos1, Salina Biene B. Teo1, Diane S. Mendoza1 Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, The Philippines Email:
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Elderly people are generally at increased risk of malnutrition due to a number of age-related factors, insufficient food intake, and number of morbidities. However, there is little research in the local setting regarding the factors that affect the nutritional status of institutionalized elderly. To explore the factors affecting the nutritional status of Filipino elderly in home care institutions. Ninety-nine elderly from five different home care institution participated in this study. Demographic and general health information, anthropometric measures, geriatric depression scores. Physical activity and dietary were collected. The use of partial least square model revealed a significant influence of age on nutritional intake (p = <0.01) and number of morbidities (p = 0.02). Length of stay in home care institution affects nutritional intake (p = 0.02), and nutritional intake alters nutritional status (p = <0.01). Surprisingly, depression (p = 0.30) and morbidities (p = 0.30) shows no significant effect on nutritional intake, as well as age to the level of depression (p = 0.30), and physical activity to nutritional status (p = 0.21). Significant findings of this study imply the need to strengthen policies and practices as well as intensify efforts in ensuring proper nutritional care, feeding techniques, and quality of meals in home care institutions to avoid risks of malnutrition and its associated effects. Keywords: Filipino elderly; Nutritional Intake; Nutritional Status; Home Care Institution
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P2-C17 Prevalence and Associated Factors of Obesity Among Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in the Philippines Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Ellen Joy O. Adviento1, Mary Catherine D. Adviento1, April Clarinelle Aztryd Balbesino1, Katrina Mae A. De Castro1, and Diane S. Mendoza1* Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, The Philippines Email:
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The prevalence of overweight and obesity in the Philippines have increased from 1989 to 2013 (FNRI-DOST, 2013). Autism ranks as 3rd in the Top 10 developmental disorders as of 2009. Studies conducted internationally had ascertained the prevalence and associated factors of obesity in adolescents with ASD, however there seems to be paucity in a developing country like the Philippines. The purpose of this study was to determine the prevalence of obesity among adolescents with ASD and examine how factors such as food intake, physical activity, social participation and parental care can contribute to the onset of such condition. Fifty (50) participants were assessed in terms of their anthropometric measurements and dietary intake. Parents reported on the family empowerment scale, reflective of the level of parental care, and on eight measures of social participation. Partial Least Squares (PLS) method of Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) was used to analyze the possible associations between variables. Over half of the total participants were found to be either overweight or obese. Significant findings are as follows: as parental care increases, food intake increases; low social participation leads to low levels of physical activity; increased food intake and low physical activity leads to obesity. This study averred the importance of parental care and social participation in regulating food intake and physical activity among adolescents with ASD, in order to reduce the rates of obesity. Moreover, it may open possibilities of making nutrition an integral part in the management of ASD in the Philippines. Keywords: Autism Spectrum Disorder; Obesity; Philippines; Social Participation; Parental Care
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P2-C18 Examining the Relationship of Nutrition Literacy and Daily Food Allowance to the Nutritional Status of a Select Group of Farmers in the Philippines Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Elisa Mae N. Garcia1, Yngrid Pauline G. Paez1, Jirah Asa M. Sideco1, Rei Julienne T. Sy1, Nicole Anne G. Toong1, and Diane S. Mendoza1* Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, The Philippines Email:
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Poor nutritional status remains one of the major public health concerns in developing countries. Across the literature, majority of undernourished people live in rural areas and many of them are farmers who play an important role in ensuring food security but are often an overlooked part of society. While there have been numerous studies on malnutrition, little is known on the nutritional status of farmers in the Philippines. To examine the relationship of factors affecting the nutritional status of farmers in rural setting. A total of 121 respondents of either sex, aged 20 and above were purposively selected. Demographic profile, nutrition literacy, physical activity and dietary intake were gathered in line with the study’s objective. Partial Least Squares (PLS) regression was used to examine the relationship between and among nutrition literacy, daily food allowance, and nutritional status. Nutrition literacy and daily food allowance did not show significant relationship with dietary intake. However, dietary intake was found to have significant relationship with BMI. Further, the hypothesis on the role of physical activity as a moderating variable was supported. Findings of this study suggest the need to strengthen nutrition knowledge and encourage dietary diversity which may significantly contribute to the adequacy of dietary intake and to sustain their normal nutritional status. Keywords: Farmers;Nutrition Literacy;Body Mass Index; Physical Activity; Dietary Intake
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P2-C19 Biological Properties of Different Extracts Derived from Body Wall and Cuvierian Tubules of Pearsonothuria graeffei Semper (Black-Spotted Sea Cucumber) John Raymund D. Torres and Victoria N. Malaya
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, Philippines Email:
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Sea cucumber has been known around the world for its medical benefits. Pearsonothuria graeffei is of the lowest commercial importance and currently there is no existing conservation concern in the international market. Meanwhile, conservation importance of species is not only attributed to its rarity or abundance, but also to its utility which in turn makes bioprospecting critical for conservation and management purposes. In this study, crude extracts from body wall and Cuvierian tubules of Pearsonothuria graeffei were investigated for their antibacterial, antifungal, cytotoxic, and genotoxic potential. In this study, unadulterated doses of crude BWME (MIC, <218.75 g/mL against Staphylococcus aureus ATCC 25923) and BWEAE (MIC, <218.75 g/mL against S. aureus ATCC 25923; MIC, <437.50 g/mL against Escherichia coli ATCC 25922) both showed weak antibacterial property compared to Ciprofloxacin (5 g/mL). However, a dose of crude BWME (MIC, 1750 g/mL) and BWHE (MIC, 1750 g/mL) exhibited a significant (p < 0.05) antifungal property against Candida albicans ATCC 10231 compared to Clotrimazole (10 g/mL ), Fluconazole (25 g/mL), and Ketoconazole (10 g/mL). Pearsonothuria graeffei crude extracts are potential cytotoxic and genotoxic agents at concentrations of 500, 1000, and 1500 g/ mL (p< 0.01). Also, a significant (p < 0.05) growth inhibition in both the length and number of roots occurred at higher concentrations of 1000 and 1500 g/mL of the crude extracts. Finally, a low mitotic index was observed in onions treated with the crude extracts. Keywords: biological properties; Cuvierian tubules; Pearsonothuria graeffei
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P2-C20 Correlates of Malnutrition Among Depressed Filipino Elderly in an Institutionalized Setting: A Partial Least Square Study Katherine Anne B. Andujare, Krisha Mae V. Cajucom, Yvette B. Montala, Genevieve S. Tanquilut, Allan B. de Guzman, University of Santo Tomas College of Education, Nutrition and Dietetics Department Email:
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Background: Depression among the elderly increases their risk for malnutrition. As depression affects the food intake quantity, this may result to nutrient deficiency. However, data on the contributory effects of depression, appetite, B-Vitamins and fiber intake leading to malnutrition among the elderly residents in homecare are very limited. Objective: This study purports to explore the effects of nutrition-related factors such as appetite level, B-vitamin and Fiber intake in the prevalence of malnutrition among a select group of depressed Filipino older residents.
Methods: A total of 102 purposively selected elderly from private and public homecare institutions within Metro Manila, Philippines participated in the study. Data needed were gathered using the following instruments: Geriatric Depression Scale, Council on Nutrition Appetite Questionnaire and 3 day-nonconsecutive 24 Hour Food Recall. Data were treated descriptively and inferentially using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20.0 and Warp PLS version 3.0. Results: Notably, results of the partial least square revealed that of the hypotheses, only fiber intake had marked significant relationship (p=0.02) in malnutrition. Depression (p=0.12), Appetite (0.25), and B-vitamin intake (0.18) showed a weak correlation to the prevalence of malnutrition. Conclusion: In homecare setting, the role of adequate fiber intake in alleviating the prevalence of malnutrition among the depressed elderly cannot be underestimated. A multidisciplinary approach to dietary regulation should be in place as healthcare practitioners particularly Nutritionist-Dietitians, government officials and homecare institutions work together toward achieving optimal nutritional status of the elderly. Keywords: malnutrition; depression; appetite; B-Vitamins; fiber intake
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P2-C21 Effect of the Ethanolic Extract of Tinospora sinensis (Menispermaceae) Stems on Dinitrofluorobenzene (DNFB)-induced Contact Hypersensitivity in Mice Agnes L. Castillo1,2,3, Rachelle Ann D. Letran1, Jessa Mae C. Villena1, Joselle Anne F. Payuran1, Bill A. Que1, Reginald B. Salonga4 Faculty of Pharmacy, 2Research Center for Natural and Applied Sciences, The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas 4 Graduate School of Pharmacy, Meijo University, Nagoya, Japan Email:
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Tinospora sinensis, a Philippine medicinal plant with reported anti-inflammatory activity, is traditionally used for wounds and scabies. Tinospora extract could exhibit activity against allergen- induced contact dermatitis which is characterized by itching with erythema and vesicles. To explore the effectivity of the Tinospora extracts in contact hypersensitivity, Balb/c mice were sensitized with 0.5% dinitrofluorobenzene (DNFB) and were treated orally with the Tinospora extract for seven days. The ear thickness was then measured at 0-, 24-, and 48-hour after elicitation. On the 24th hour, mean percentage change in ear thickness of the normal group did not differ with those given with 1000 mg/kg BW of ethanolic extract (p=0.786), while those given with 500 mg/ kg BW has a mean percentage change significantly less than Prednisolone (p<0.001). After 48 hours, the mean percentage change of the normal group did not differ with the groups treated with ethanolic extract (p=0.956). In terms of reduction in erythema, the mean diameter of the five groups significantly differ [F4,32 = 144.179, p<0.001], indicating that the mean erythema diameter of the normal group, and those given with ethanolic extract did not differ (p=0.505). In addition, Tinospora extract reduced cellular infiltration and damage to the epidermis based on histopathological examination of the ears. In conclusion, Tinospora ethanolic extract significantly reduced the swelling and erythema produced during 24 h and 48 h post-challenge. Tinospora ethanolic stem extract is an effective anti-inflammatory agent for DNFB- induced ACD mice model. Keywords: allergic contact dermatitis, anti-inflammatory, dinitrofluorobenzene, Tinospora sinensis
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P2-C22 Common Health Problems of Filipino Overseas Household Service Workers: Implications for Wellness Veronica E. Ramirez
University of Asia and the Pacific, Philippines Email:
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For over 40 years now, the Philippines has been supplying Household Service Workers (HSWs) globally. As a requirement of the Philippine Overseas Employment Agency (POEA), all Filipinos applying for overseas work undergo medical examination and a certificate of good health is submitted to the foreign employer before hiring. However, there are workplace-related health problems that develop during employment. The objective of this study was to determine the common health problems of Filipino Overseas HSWs and analyze their implications to wellness in the workplace. Specifically, the study described the work conditions of HSWs and determined the work-related factors affecting their health. It also identified the medical care that they avail of and determined how they perceive their health and wellness. Finally, it proposed ways to promote wellness among HSWs. Using a questionnaire, primary data were gathered online and through survey of HSW rehires who were retaking Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar at recruitment agencies. The Health Benefit Availment data from OWWA were also utilized. The study found that Filipino overseas HSWs are vulnerable to physical injury and experience body pains such as back, hip and shoulder pain. Long hours of work, work hazards and lack of rest can aggravate their physical condition. Although health insurance and health care are available, HSWs are not aware how to avail them. On the basis of the findings, a Wellness Program can be designed that include health awareness, health care availment, occupational ergonomics, safety and health, work and leisure balance, developing emotional intelligence, anger management and spirituality. Keywords: Filipino, migrant health, overseas household service worker, wellness
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P2-C23 Characterization and Stability Studies on the Larvicidal and Ovicidal Activities of Anacardium occidentale (Cashew) Shell Wastes Rosalinda C. Torres, Alicia G. Garbo, Rikkamae Zinca L. Walde
Industrial Technology Development Institute, Department of Science and Technology, DOST Compound, Gen. Santos Ave., Bicutan, Taguig City Email:
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Dengue continues to be the most rapidly emerging febrile disease and poses a negative impact on social and economic activity of the country. Despite of recent innovation in dengue vaccine, eradication of the vector, Aedes aegypti, is still the best way to inhibit dengue outbreaks. In this study, we characterized and evaluated the stability of the larvicidal and ovicidal activities of Anacardium occidentale (cashew) shell wastes. The shell wastes were extracted using 95% EtOH and were bio-assayed for larvicidal and ovicidal activities against A. aegypti following the WHO standard bioassay method. The mortality was observed 24 and 48 hours after treatment and data were subjected to probit analysis to determine lethal concentrations (LC50 and LC90). The ethanol extract was characterized by thin-layer chromatography (TLC) and phytochemical analysis. The stability of the larvicidal activity was evaluated. The extract exhibited significant larvicidal and ovicidal activity with an LC50 and LC90 of 3.82 mg/L and of 10.85 mg/L; and 8.06 mg/L and 15.53 mg/L, respectively. Phytochemical screening of the crude ethanol extract of cashew shell wastes indicated the presence of phytochemical constituents such as unsaturated steroids and triterpenoids, free fatty acids, fats and oils, flavonoids, leucoanthocyanins, anthraquinones, and tannins. TLC showed bioactive components of the extract. The larvicidal activity of the extract after two (2) years decreased slightly with an LC50 of 4.20 mg/L and LC90 of 9.87 mg/L. The ethanol extracts of A. occidentale showed promising potential as an alternative source to control the spread of the dengue vector, A. aegypti. Keywords: Aedes aegypti, Anacardium occidentale, dengue, larvicidal activity, phytochemical analysis, TLC
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P2-C24 Biodegradation of Rice Hulls by Isolated Soil Microorganisms from Ilocos Norte Alice Geraldine S. Hernando
Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines Email:
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The advancement of waste utilization and management has been recently prominent, as a response to global warming. Agricultural waste such as crop by-products and residues has been found out to increase carbon dioxide emissions that would increase the earth’s temperature. In the Philippines, one of the major agricultural products is rice. Rice production includes processing of agricultural by-products and crop residues in the form of rice hull and rice straw. To minimize these agricultural wastes and mitigate the adverse effects of global warming, the study on the biodegradation of rice hull was conducted utilizing isolated soil microorganisms from Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Preliminary biodegradation screening resulted to the selection of two fungal isolates from a total of eight bacterial and eight fungal isolates. Analysis of the biomass (dry weight and optical density) was employed in the final biodegradation set-up. Results showed a decreasing trend of biomass dry weight with 1.84 grams to 1.65 grams with fungal isolate one (Aspergillus niger) and from 1.83 grams to 1.69 grams for fungal isolate two (Aspergillus flavus) in a twelve days biodegrading process. Optical density results also showed a decrease in the absorbance among samples. 0.585 initial absorbance to -1.19 absorbance for fungal isolate one and from .0565 absorbance to -1.77 absorbance for fungal isolate two. These results showed that Fungal isolates F1 & F2 demonstrated potential in rice hull biodegradation giving a 10.33% and 7.65% percent degradation respectively, with due consideration that no agitation was done in testing. Keywords: Biodegradation; Rice hull
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P2-C25 Review of the Phytochemical, Pharmacological and Toxicological Properties of Punica granatum L., Fruit Juice Anna Muriel T. Jacinto, Iris Ivy M. Talavera, Jose Rennel M. Talavera University of Perpetual Help System DALTA, Philippines Email:
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Pomegranate is considered as wonder fruit because of its various therapeutic effects. This paper aims to provide an up-to-date overview of the phytochemical, pharmacological and toxicological properties. The research strategy includes systematic review of the existing literature in the ISI Web of Knowledge (Thomson Reuters), textbooks and Pharmacopeias. Phytochemical screening shows that it contains simple sugars, aliphatic organic acids, gallic acid, ellagic acid, quinic acid, flavonols, amino acids, minerals, ascorbic acid, anthocyanins, caffeic acid, catechin, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), quercetin, rutin, citric acid, malic acid, succinic acid, tartaric acid, acetic acid, oxalic acid, shikimik acid, maleic acid and furamic acid. Moreover, pharmacological properties includes antiatherosclerotic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, antiviral, astringent, cancerchemopreventive, improve fertility, gastroprotective and skin whitening activity. In toxicological assessment, ten patients with carotid artery stenosis demonstrated that juice consumption (121 mg/ LEA equivalents) for up to three years had no toxic effect on the blood chemistry analysis for kidney, liver and heart function. Human trials were also conducted using doses of pomegranate fruit extracts up to 1,420 mg/day (870mg gallic acid equivalents), for 28 days and did not report any adverse changes in blood or urine laboratory values. The overall finding of the study suggests that Punica granatum whole fruit is safe up to 2000 mg/kg body weight oral administration and can be considered as non-toxic. Therefore, based on the review conducted it shows that Punica granatum fruit juice is a promising herbal plant that can be developed into a suitable pharmaceutical dosage form. Keywords: phytochemical; pharmacological; toxicological; Punica granatum
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P2-C26 Physical Activity, Health and Nutritional Status of Selected Business Process Outsourcing Employees: A Comparison Vanessa Ley T. Reyes, and Czarina Teresita S. Martinez Centro Escolar University, Manila, Philippines Email:
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The rising number of lifestyle degenerative non-communicable diseases in the adult population is spanning across the world. In the Philippines, based on the recent National Nutrition survey revealing the prevalence of overweight and obesity, the increasing trend of high blood pressure, dyslipidemia and physical inactivity are the major issues in this age group which comprises the majority of the labor force. The local economy has a promising future. Philippines, achieving the title as the call center capital of the world overpowering India but then making this title sustainable is a challenge. The researcher aims to prove that health and performance outcomes can be correlated to the physical activity, health and nutritional status of this Business Process Outsourcing Industry. In turn that will be beneficial to the investors and business sectors enhancing their employees work performance and lessening medical expenses. Eating right and eating adequately plus being active and observing healthy lifestyle sum up the equation of disease prevention and improving the quality of life. The study is descriptive in nature specifically comparative and it was conducted at a Business Process Outsourcing Company in the Business District of Eastwood City. A probability sample is used specifically simple random sampling where all the elements in the population frame have an equal chance of being selected via random numbers. A self -administered questionnaire was distributed and gathered then collected by the researcher together with the company nurse. The data was analyzed using statistical treatment mostly frequencies and percentages in describing the socio-demographics, health and nutritional status. Keywords: nutritional status; physical activity; BPO employees; health
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P2-C27 Risk factors Associated with the Development of Sarcopenia Among a Select Group of Community dwelling Filipino Elderly Richmond Giovanni S. Chan, Joseph Q. Estipona, Lanze Miguel B. Llorin, Jonathan V. Selfaison, Allan B. de Guzman,
Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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Background: It is estimated that 5–13% of elderly people aged 60– 70 years are affected by Sarcopenia, and the numbers increase to 11–50% for those aged 80 or above.
Objective: The overall purpose of this study is to explore the nutrition-related risk factors associated with the prevalence of sarcopenia among a select group of elderly in a community based setting in the Philippines. Methods: A sample of 100 purposively selected elderly from various communities at the capital of the Philippines participated in the study. Data needed were gathered using the KATZ Instrumental Activities of Daily Living; 3 day-24 Hour Food Recall and SARC-F Questionnaire. Data were treated descriptively and inferentially using SPSS version 2.0 and Warp PLS version 5.0
Results: Interestingly, results of the partial least square revealed that of the respondents, only sixteen percent (16%) of them were found to be at risk for sarcopenia. However, the mean protein intake (42.84) of the participants were found to be below the recommended intake for either males (71g) or females (62g). Inferentially, age (P<0.1), sex (P=0.07), protein intake (P=0.09), and physical activity (P<.01) demonstrated a statistically significant relationship to sarcopenia. Conclusion: In this study, age, sex, protein intake, and physical activity were identified to have a significant relationship with the development of sarcopenia except for body mass index. Findings of this study pose a great challenge to nutritionist-dietitians, government officials, and other health practitioners in addressing the ever increasing health needs of this vulnerable group. Keywords: body mass index; protein intake; physical activity; sarcopenia; community dwelling elderly
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P2-C28 Aphrodisiac Property of Porcupine (Hystrix javanica F. Cuvier, 1823) Tail Meat Ethanol Extract in Male Mice Syahfitri Anita, Herjuno A. Nugroho, Andria Agusta, Wartika R. Farida and Dewi Wulansari Research Center for Biology, Indonesian Institute of Sciences Jl. Raya Bogor-Jakarta Km. 46 Cibinong Bogor 16911, Indonesia
This study aimed to examine the aphrodisiac activity of ethanol extract from tail meat of porcupine (Hystrix javanica F. Cuvier, 1823) that is believed traditionally by people in Java (Indonesia) could enhance male vitality and sexual performance. Twelve sexually inexperienced male mice were randomly divided into four groups and paired with artificially estrus female mice after one hour of drug an extract administration. Sexual behavior parameters such as mounting and intromission were observed for three hours of mating. Two doses of ethanol extract; 150 and 750 mg/kg were administered (p.o) to male mice. Sildenafil citrate was used as the positive control while Tween 80 solution used as negative control. Male mice treated with ethanol extract of porcupine tail meat at the dose 750 mg/kg showed aphrodisiac effect in the mounting and intromission behavior compare to the group of ethanol extract dose 150 mg/kg. Even though there were no significant differences with control, the ethanol extract dose 750 mg/kg could increase mounting and intromission activity during three hours of mating and possess the highest number at the end of the observation hours. From the present study, we suggest that ethanol extract of porcupine tail meat at dose 750 mg/kg possesses potent aphrodisiac activity in sexually inexperienced male mice through enhancing sexual performance particularly by sustaining erection and endurance. However the extract could not reduce latency which indicates it could not enhance sexual motivation.
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P2-C29 Hepatotoxicity of (+)-2,2’-Episitoskirin A from Endophytic Fungus Diaporthe sp. In Gambir Plant (Uncaria gambir Robx.) for Mice Ni Luh Putu Rischa Phadmacanty1*, Andria Agusta2 and Kurniasih3
Department of Zoology, Biology Research Center, Indonesia Institute for Sciences Department of Botany, Biology Research Center, Indonesia Institute for Sciences 3 Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Gadjah Mada University Email:
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Material and additive for chewing. In this plant growth endophytic fungi named Diaporthe sp. It can produce (+)-2,2’-Episitoskirin A that it is known have anticanceroid and antimicrobial activity. In determining the quality of medicine, toxicity tests are absolutely necessary, so it is important to know sub chronic toxicity of this component by using liver function and histology parameter. This study used 60 male mice (Mus musculus) which were divided into four groups of treatments such as control, 6,25; 12,5 and 25 mg/kg BW of (+)-2,2’-Episitoskirin A. Liver function (ALT/AST) and histology were analyzed. Blood and organ were collected on day 0, 45th, and 90th. Histological structures were analyzed by description and liver functions were analyzed by factorial pattern ANOVAs. The result showed thatalmost all ALT and AST levels of the test animals were in the normal ranges, except in dosage of 12.5 mg/kg day 90. Histological changes not showed in control group but showed in treatment group, there are hydropic and fatty degeneration. It could be concluded that (+) -2,2’-Episitoskirin A have an effect for liver function and histological structure. Keywords: toxicity, sub chronic, (+)-2,2’-Episitoskirin A, liver, mice
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P2-C30 Actinomycetes Isolated from Agricultural Soil in Bukidnon with Anti-microbial Activity Against Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus Rosario G. Monsalud, Cristine Marie B. Brown and Eldrin DLR. Arguelles
Philippine National Collection of Microorganism (PNCM), National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (BIOTECH), University of the Philippines Los Baños Email:
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Actinomycetes are potential source of many bioactive compounds which have diverse clinical effects and important applications in human medicine. In fact, approximately one-third of the thousands of naturally occurring antibiotics have been obtained from actinomycetes. In this study, actinomycetes were isolated from agricultural soil and screened for anti-methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) activity.
Twenty-five grams of soil from agricultural soil in Bukidnon were serially diluted and plated on Humic Acid Vitamin agar. Putative actinomycete isolates were screened for anti-MRSA activity by agar-plug method. Cellfree broth and sonicated cells of the isolate with the highest anti-MRSA activity were tested for production of anti-MRSA metabolites.
A total of 25 actinomycetes were isolated and screened for anti-MRSA activity. Isolates AU3, AU8, and AU17 inhibited the growth of MRSA with 15.5 mm, 22.3 mm, and 17.7 mm zones of inhibition, respectively. The most efficient isolate, AU8, was identified as Streptomyces sp. based on cultural and morphological characteristics. The cell-free broth and sonicated cells of AU8 both exhibited anti-MRSA activity with 21.7 mm and 16.3 mm zones of inhibition, respectively. Isolate AU8 exhibited good anti-MRSA activity. However, the active compound should be purified and identified for pharmaceutical purposes. Keywords: actinomycete, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, antibiotics
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P2-C31 Isolation and Characterization of Soy Protein for Soy Protein Nanoparticles Synthesis Dyanne Jane C. Duldulao and Mario M. Abesamis, Jr.
Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Philippines Email:
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Nanotechnology has drawn interest in the field of medicinal research, most notably for pharmaceutical applications as nanocarriers. Nanocarriers are highly favored due to controlled particle size, drug release, and target specificity. Moreover, toxicity and bioavailability have become key factors in determining drug efficiency. Protein- based nanoparticles are new trends of promising material as nanodrug carriers due to bioavailability and less toxicity. This study involves the extraction of soy proteins (SP) from soy flour using isoelectric precipitation technique. Extracted SP was lyophilized and subjected to UV-Vis Spectrophotometer for protein confirmation. Results showed that SP exhibited peak absorption bands at 260-270nm. Soy protein powder was collected after lyophilization, used for SP nanoparticles synthesis and as control for SEM analysis. Ionic gelation was used to prepare SP nanoparticles in three formulations namely, F1, F2 and F3 by addition of 1.25 mM, 2.50 mM and 5.00 mM CaCl2, respectively. The three solutions were lyophilized for SEM analysis. SEM results for the formulations and control showed smooth-surfaced irregular to spherical nanoparticles Statistical analysis showed that the formulations and the control are incomparable and among the three formulations, F1 is the best in the synthesis of soy protein nanoparticles. Therefore, extracted soy protein from soy flour can be used to synthesize soy protein nanoparticles which can be further subjected to experiments for drug loading and its drug efficiency. Keywords: Nanoparticles; Soy Protein; Ionic Gelation; Nanocarrier; Drug Delivery
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P2-C32 Partial Least Square Regression Modeling of the Factors Affecting the Risk for Obesity of Graveyard Shift Call Center Agents Allan B. de Guzman1,2,3, Richie Mae U. Abache1, Albert Ariel A. Alcantara1, Celina Bianca C. Bularan1, Angela Beatrice M. Ramos1, and Diane S. Mendoza1* Nutrition and Dietetics Department, College of Education, 2The Graduate School and 3Research Center for Social and Educational Issues University of Santo Tomas, 1015, Philippines Email:
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The continuous growth of the Philippine call center industry raises the need for the health and nutrition status of call center agents to be ensured since their work environment predisposes them to an increased risk for obesity which is known to lead to serious health consequences. This study attempted to identify the factors affecting the proneness of obesity of graveyard shift call center agents. One hundred (100) respondents were included in the study. BMI, Nutrition Knowledge, and dietary intake measures were analyzed to test the study hypotheses. Partial least squares (PLS) regression was used to analyze the results. Fifty percent of the respondents were found to be overweight or obese. Significant association between budget to eating pattern, eating pattern to total dietary intake, and budget to total dietary intake were seen in the study. Overall results suggest that enforcing good eating pattern and dietary intake with physical activity is of utmost relevance in decreasing the risk for overweight and obesity Keywords: call center agents; sleeping pattern; nutrition knowledge; eating pattern; total dietary intake; obesity
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P2-C33 Global Trend on Antimicrobial Inventions Versus Antimicrobial Resistance Adityo Wicaksono and Harini Yaniar Center for Innovation LIPI, Indonesia Email:
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Antimicrobial inventions now are in a crucial race with existing antimicrobial resistance. Superbugs and other microbial infections cases worldwide are being monitored as an important event in this study. Meanwhile, the invention trends are being analysed using patent database analyser software (2013-2017 data). As a result, the analysis showed that within past 5 years there were 7.648 antimicrobial related patents, and the latest, there were 144 inventions submitted in 2017. The 5 years trend were fluctuated, and there were a significant drop in 2016. On the other hand, in 2014 World Health Organization (WHO) warned that the antibiotic resistance crisis is becoming dire. The most recent case of microbial resistance took place in Nevada on September 2016, where a woman died because of a superbug infection (resisted to 26 different antibiotics). As other consideration, the antimicrobial invention needs time (5-10 years) until it ready for mass production and launched to the global market. Overall, the race is still on, the cases of microbial resistance continue to increase, on the contrary only few new antimicrobial drugs that have been launched to the market, it means that the research are still left behind and the procedure on antimicrobial drugs approval need to be adjusted. Keywords: antimicrobial, invention, resistance, trend
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P2-C34 Microencapsulation of Lactic Acid Bacteria from Carabao’s Milk Conferring Galactosidase Activity and Probiotic Property Using Coconut Oil Bodies Hazel Joy R. Cunamay1, Dabin Yoo1, Mark Kevin P. Devanadera2 and Myla R. Santiago1,3
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy; 2Graduate School; 3Research Center for Natural and Applied Sciences University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines Email:
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Complete avoidance of milk and dairy products as one of the treatment for lactose intolerance increased the interest for probiotic-based products. Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) is known to have beneficial effects on the human gastro-intestinal tract which produces the enzyme lactase or galactosidase that degrades the carbohydrate lactose. Microencapsulation technology is the process of forming a coat around the probiotic of interest that offers a way of improving the stability, extending the shelf life and providing a controlled release of the bacteria until it reaches the small intestine. Our research aims to microencapsulate the lactic acid bacteria present in the milk of the Philippine Bulgarian murrah commonly known as carabao exhibits-galactosidase activity and probiotic property. Twenty (20) isolates were picked and tested for the ortho-nitrophenyl-galactoside (ONPG) assay which involves cleaving of the ONPG into two residues, galactose and o-nitrophenol indicating yellow coloration, through the action of galactosidase. The five highest-galactosidase activity were tested for their probiotic property with the following tests: adhesion assay, antimicrobial assay and pH and bile tolerance. Microencapsulation of the most efficient galactosidase probiotic was done using oil bodies from the mature endosperm of Cocos nucifera L. Both free and microencapsulated LAB producing galactosidase were tested for probiotic properties. Adhesion to Caco-2 cells, inhibition to the test bacteria and tolerance in acid and bile were all observed. In conclusion, microencapsulation technology using coconut oil bodies shows a potential tool in ensuring a safe, controlled and targeted release of probiotics in improving gastrointestinal health. Keywords: microencapsulation; oil bodies; coconut; lactic acid bacteria
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Author Index Abache, Richie Ubas
Abalos, Ma. Cristina Y. Abamo, Fema M. Abayon, Elsa I.
Abbas, Akmadi
Abejero, Jonathan G.
Abella, Jaydee Anne C.
Abellanosa, Sherlyn M. Abesamis, Mario M., Jr.
Abinguna, Alexander Philip D. Abrajano, Gemalyn D. Abu, Kevin Jansen G. Acera, Raymond G. Acosta, Joseph E.
Acuña, Rafaella Lauren Q. Adanza, Jonathan R.
Adviento, Ellen Joy O.
Adviento, Mary Catherine D. Agana, Desie Joy A.
Agapito, Josephine D.
Agatep, John Lenon E. Agbigay, Lea C.
Aggangan, Nelly S.
Agngarayngay, Zenaida A.
438 311 195
202, 375 16
181 178
199, 384 437 307
69, 116, 182 181 215 295 226
9, 320 423 423 244 68
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209, 210 52 78
Agoo, Esperanza Maribel G.
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Aguimatang, Benedict B.
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Aguila, Lysette C.
Aguilar, Jazzmin M. Agusta, Andria
Agustin, Arianne Sherie L. Agustin, Epifania O. Akai, Hitoshi Alamsyah, P.
Alba, Vince Jethro
Albano, Dharmatov Rahula B.
113 278
434, 435 59
254 130 334 252 34
Albarina, Grace Jane V.
416
Alcantara, Antonio J.
191
Alberto, Annie Melinda P. Alcantara, Albert Ariel A. Alcantara, Emil C.
Alcaraz, Demetrio C., Jr. Alday, Portia P.
Aldemita, Ma Desiree B. Alejandro, Gernan S.
Aleluya, Marco James A.
Aleluya, October Rose B. Alguno, Arnold C. Alham, Laode
Alhambra, Nicole Jane E. Aligaen, Julito C.
Alindogan, Jesus Maria G. Alipon, Marina A.
Alitao, Mark Joseph G. Allas,Mikel Jason DG. Aller, Emmanuel C. Almanzor, Nuna E.
Almirol, Jaislinn Katrina P. Almo, Kimberly Claire A. Altamirano, Jon P.
Alvarez, Camille F.
Alzate, David Joseph G. Amadore, Leoncio A. Amora, Harvey S.
Amper, Zoraida V. Ancog, Rico C.
Andam, Mark Eric C. Ando, Shintaro
Andrade, Norbero B.
Andriano, Berenice T. Andriano, Lorenzo B.
Andujare, Katherine Anne B.
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318 412 268 206 348 174 389 133 208
216, 253 328 55
215 61
370 62
175 166 103 232 382 123 230 111
39, 194 214 56
384
199, 200, 384 384 426
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Ang, Camille S.
232
Aye,Aung Aung
256
Anita, Syahfitri
434
Babu, S. Suresh
148
Angkico, Rowin Christian B. Aniban, Ellaine D. Ankafia, Adi
Añonuevo, Carlo O. Anoos, Wilfredo G.
Antesco, Darel Kenth S. Antonio, Christine A. Antonio, Menisa A. Apip
Apodaca, Dahlia C.
Apostol, Peterson T. Aquino, Anita P.
Aragon, Fernan Dave D. Araza, Mary Jane B.
Areglado, Rosemarie Laila D. Arguelles, Eldrin DLR. Arollado, Erna C.
Aronce, Matthew Reuben B. Arriola, Joyce L.
Arteche, Dolores L. Artes, Leonisa A.
Arucan, Edmarc B.
Arzadon, Mari Mercedes E. Asamitsu, Kaori
Ascona, Mark Joshua A.
61
174 386 230 384
50, 374 53
254 117 208 229
354, 357 181 158 139 436
68, 399 246 30
356 52
308 331 65 79
Asmara, A. Y.
334
Atangan, Kathlyn Joy C.
246
Astuti, Dwi
Asuncion, Ellysha Kaira V. Atienza, Maria Ela L. Atos, Rosalina R. Aung, Mon Mon Aung, Phyo
Aurea, Wilfredo A.
Avellano, Jeannette
442
46
422 285
255, 375 18
396 171 54
Baaco, Allaine T.
Bacal, Khristine Grace F. Bacaltos, Della Grace G. Baconguis, Rowena DT. Badar, Araceli J.
Bagaporo, Evelyn C.
Bagorio, Ivan Chandler C.
286 408 118
10, 353 254 21 77
Baguio, Jean Louise Q.
275
Balbesino, April Clarinelle Aztryd
423
Bai, Fan
Bajet, Cristina M.
Balbin, Michelle M.
131 279 81
Balcita, Glo Ann N.
317
Baliente, Mariz C.
158
Balela, Mary Donnabelle L. Baliao, Maria Elisa D.
Balite, Angela Irene R.
Ballesteros, Laureen Ida M.
Ballesteros, Marian Lourdes O. Balondo, Justine Joy O. Bandoy, DJ Darwin R. Bangot, Lex Bryan B. Bantay, Kristine M.
Bantayan, Nathaniel C. Bantugan, Brian S.
Barcenas, Chona L.
Barrientos, Roniel Rose O. Barroga, Renren B. Basudev, Gautam
Batara, Don Carlo R. Baticados, Didi B.
Bato, Victorino A.
Bautista, Angelo Patrick R.
381 169 227
49, 381 421 420 257 287 129 54
322 168 59
413 91
242 103 194 397
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Bautista, Mi-Auree L.
113
Butanas,Bienvenido M., Jr.
186
Baylon, Kariel B.
269
Caballar,Roland Cristopher F.
186
Bautro, Anne Gelnette R. Bauzon, Kenneth E. Bejar, Feleciano R.
Bejer, Jodi Belina A.
Belandres, Easter B.
Beltran, Ma. Asuncion G. Beltran, Pia Angela R.
Benjamin, Kimberly B.
Benjamin, Michael Francis D. Bergantin, Jose H. Jr.
420 23 42
364 159 258 67
385 207 34
Bernal, Amelita C.
333
Besana, Ruby M.
202
Bernal, Brian Keith R. Bernarte, Marilou C. Bico, Jonas Daniel P. Biera, Emgie D.
Binag, Christina A.
Birginias, Ma. Concepcion B. Blas, Bayani L.
Bokingkito, Paul B., Jr.
Boleche, Joanah Louiela Bolingot, Harold Jay M.
Bongon, Maria Vanessa U. Bonotan, Amelia M. Bontia, Carlo R.
Boyles,Nathalie Ross L.
Bracia, Dharla Coleen J. Bream, Jesus E.
Briones, Annabelle V. Briones, Avigail
259 192 385 255
66, 382, 388 209 248
378, 394 269
69, 182 247
161, 288, 319 293 122 270 260 62 28
Brown, Cristine Marie B.
436
Bularan, Celina Bianca C.
438
Bruzon, Dwight Angelo V. Buenafe, Debinya B.
395 381
Cabahug, Ruel R.
Cabañez, Maria Regina C. Cabral, Helen S.
Cabral, Ronaldo R.
Cabrera, Shirley G.
Cabugon, Vina May R. Cacho, Apriel Aura A. Cachuela, Jose A.
Cader, Mohamad Fahad M. Cadiente, Heart Q.
Cadiz, April Shayne E. Cafe, Arven I.
Cagape, Feljean
Cahongcoy, Analie M.
Caindec, Alyssa Marie S. Cajimat, Rodney T.
Cajucom, Krisha Mae V. Calamayo, Judith S.
Calingasan, Patrick Venjoe R. Calipes, Mabel Diana M. Calumba, Eugene C.
Calves, John Mark C. Calvo, Ryan P. Canal, Mae V.
Canaman, Vanessa M.
Candelaria, Leif Jimuel C. Candidato, Rolando T. Jr. Canja, Charlene Mae P. Capilayan, Mycel A. Carag, Harold M.
Carandang, Maricar B. Carandang, Shaira G.
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215 255 171 167 408 210 326 180 184 418 307
35, 47
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Caranza, Jayson Q.
372
Corpuz, Mary Jho-Anne T.
241
Caringal, Anacleto
360
Cristobal, Mariel Wyne D.
175
Cardenas, Viriginia R. Cardona, Noel C., Jr.
Carreon, Angelo Jose C.
Carretero, Marigrace D. Cartel, Juvyneil E.
Casica, Mary Angel P. Castaneto, Elmer T.
Castaneto, Yolina T.
Castil, Hasia Lynn Marie A. Castillo, Agnes L.
Castillo, Nell Yehlen R. Casuga, Franelyne P.
Catañones, Rachelle Joy B. Catu, Kimberly Marie T. Caudilla, Albert A. Caw, Chanelle D. Cena, Rohani B.
Cerico, Desiree Joy V.
286 233 85
167 379 247 372 372 166
241, 427 50
241 305 371 77
261 68 89
Chan, Richmond Giovanni S.
433
Chua, Candace Paula C.S.
261
Chavez, Nerizza
Ching, Johnny A.
Chua, Jared Trent Matthew L. Cimagala, Mary Lee L. Cipriano, Alyssa G. Claro, Raymond N.
Clutario, Wilfren A.
Cobar-Garcia, Maria Rosario Virginia S.
249 373 385 215 244 217 379 24
Comia, Liza N.
113
Congjuico, Teresa S.
407
Comiso, Josefino C.
Completo, Gladys C. Copa, Vern C.
Corcino, Ricardo
444
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Cowen, Peter
Creencia, Glenn Bryan A. Cruz, Allyssa M.
Cruz, Angelica DC.
Cruz, Eric Jhon DG.
Cruz, Joshua Miguel M. Cruz, Lourdes J.
Cua, Jenny Lynne V. Cua, Jillian Vann C. Cuayzon, Agnes N.
Cuevas, Christopher Josh A. Cui, Loucel E.
Cunanan, Elliott Jed M.
Cunanan, Melanio Louie Daag, Arturo S.
Daag, Herren Donna M.
Dablo, Aurora Maria Francesca D. Dalipe, Francis R. Dalisay, Allain P.
Dalumay, Flordiliza B. Daruati, Dini
Dayo, Maria Helen F.
de Castro, Ayessa Lara P. De Castro, Imelda P.
De Castro, Katrina Mae A. de Guzman, Allan B. De Guzman, Joanna E.
De Guzman, Michael Y.
De Jesus, Angelica Joyce H. De Jesus, Arvee M.
82
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de Jesus, Ma. Sheila M. De Lara, Ayolani V.
de Leon, Maricar C.
de los Reyes, Aurelio B.
De Ungria, Maria Corazon A. Deguchi, Kiyotaka
Del Mundo, Dyan Grace A. del Pilar, Gregorio E. H.
del Socorro, Clint Bronson L. dela Cruz, Arlene B.
Dela Cruz, Demetrio Romeo K. Dela Cruz, Elaine P.
Dela Cruz, Keith Lorence B. Dela Cruz, Kristine R.
Dela Torre, Gerwin Louis T. Delgado, Michael H.
Delicano, Joefreim A.
Delos Reyes, Raul John H., Jr. Deogracias, Farah Iman F.
Despuig-Encinares, Led L.
Devanadera, Mark Kevin P. Diaz, Redentor D.
Diez, Kenneth Kyle T. Dimalanta, Carla B. Dio, Ryan V.
Dizon, Margarita Dizon, Pepito T.
Dolorosa, Roger G. Domingo, Jessy C. Dote, Analie C.
Dote, Analiza C.
Doydora, Kristine May A.
Duldulao, Dyanne Jane C. Dumale, Wilfredo A., Jr. Duran, Ava Marie Z.
65
191 410 64 8
74, 402 278 339 226 202 262 375 371 410 68
363, 392 192 298 339 333
85, 275 260 184 387
167, 328 119 345 260
234, 243 377 377 298 437 201 239
Duran, Peregrino G.
87
Durmiendo, Rina Marie N.
158
Eclarin, Lawrence A.
309
Dy, Ana Liza M. Edi, Ragil Yoga
Eleazar, Floradema C. Elizaga, Noel B.
Enteria, Napoleon
Enverga, Mary Chrissabel Q. Escaner, Jose Maria L., IV
Escober, Ma. Gelli Anne B. Escolano, Arvin Jay S.
Escueta, John Ezekiel Y. Eslava, Decibel F.
Espaldon, Ma. Victoria O. Espejo, Jaevee William T. Espinosa, Kimberly A. Espinosa, Teresita S. Espiritu, Emilyn Q. Espiritu, Paulo M.
Estaacio, Maria Amelita C. Estacio, Elmer S. Estacio, Elmer S.
Estipona, Joseph Q. Estorco, Ingvar R.
Estrada, Jacquilyn L.
Estrella, Mary Aileen Ann C. Estrella, Victor P.
Estuar, Maria Regina E. Estudillo,Sinamar E. Eugenio, Caroline L.
Fabila, Nozel Christy A. Fabillar, Lady Ann M.
Fabillar, Stephen Carlo A.
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291 17, 267 143
166, 185, 269, 298, 365 36
175 64 37 47
371
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245
340, 366 252 262 66 41
47, 49, 381 433 302 51
186 323 124 258 205 193
120, 310, 311 226
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Fakhrudin, M.
Falcutilla, Cindy Love Farida, Wartika R.
Fathallah, Aguk Zuhdi Muhammad Fedoc, Maria Nechia B. Ferianto
Ferrer, Alyanna R.
Florendo, Petronila E.
Floretes, Nikko Ardel P. Francisco, Danca R. Fucio, Roel L.
Fuertes,Beatrice C. Fujii, Toru
Fukuyo, Kazuhiro Fusieran, Jeno C.
117 10
434 38
246
17, 267 79
234, 243 289, 310 227 194 417 313 405 192
Gabunada, Fe M.
Gagarin, Wesley S. Gallano, Cristy G.
Galvez, Deniella Bianca P. Galvez, Ranulfo G. Gamboa, Ruth U.
Gamit, Gaile Ann E.
Ganareal, Thenor Aristotile Charles S. Gao, Rong Gao, W.J.
Gao, Weijun
105 39
290 218 188 290 79 81
131 404 403
Garbo, Alicia G.
62, 429
Garcia, Louie G.
202
Garcia, Elisa Mae N. Garcia, Lora Mae S.
Garcia, Maria Fabiana B.
Garcia, Moises Norman Z. Garciano, Homer
Garejo, Nikki Rose S.
Gasang, Lorry Anne S.
446
424 86
365 24
384 408 77
Gasmen,Harianne J.
122
Gelvezon, Rowena Paz L.
105
Gatela, Enrique P., Jr.
Gaytano, Gaymar F., II Gilbas, Rey Dennis L. Gilbas, Sherill A.
Gines, Adelaida C. Go, Jan Robert R.
Go-aco, Voncarlo C.
Go-Monilla, Ma. Joycelyn A. Goña, Nerie Ann P.
Gonzaga, Ricardo B.
Gonzales, Abegail L. Gonzales, Aderito G. Gonzales, Diana T. Gonzales, Heidi B. Gonzales, Jonar
Gonzales, Raquel A.
Gorgonio, Heizel Faith L. Grahito, Adi Setiya Dwi
Granados, Angelie Rose B. Guadines, Patricia Andrea R. Guan, D.J.
Guancia, Sigmond Ted M. Guerrero, Rafael D., III
Guevara, Emmanuel C.
Guevara, Patrick Francis V. Guico, Severino M., III
Gumaru, Levie Anne F.
Gumiran, Brian Anthony L. Gutierrez, Glaychelle D. Gutierrez, Jerome E. Guzman, Jeremiede
Guzman, Maria Aileen Leah G. Hadi, Tri
358 181 321
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223, 291 245
200, 384 357 384 208 360 384 101 45
170 48
262 404 369 191 175 422 377 259 122 245 308 69
252 189
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Hall, Rosalie A.
Han, Nang Mya Han, Y.Q.
Handa, Vicente C. Handoko, Unggul Harsono, Eko
Hasan, Nordin
Hashim-Arenas, Elizabeth Hayashi, Yukie
Hendrix, Tommy
Herbirowo, Satrio
Hernandez, Regene G.
Hernando, Alice geraldine S. Hernawan
Hidayat, Anang
Hidayat, Mauludin Hidayati, Nuril
HIjara, Ailene E. Hlaing, Ni Ni
Hombrebueno, Mild R.
Hombrebueno, Orville D. Hoshi, Tanji
Hsieh, Jennifer
193, 362, 363, 366, 368, 370, 392 80, 256, 264 152 12
117 117 146 76 56
335, 336 400
180, 230
225, 265, 266, 430 189
335, 336 335 133 203
18, 108, 282 173 201 56 44
Htay, Daw Khin
163
Husay, Horace Andrew F.
381
Hufana-Duran, Danilda Huiyan, Wu
Ibabao, Rhodella A. Ichijima, Kengo
Ichinose, Tomohiro
Ichiyanagi, Tatsunobu Ida, Masaki,
Ignacio, Avelino G., Jr. Iinuma, Yasuhiko
87
314 106, 169, 340 40
136 92 60
187, 329 130
Inamura, Tsutomu Inni, Mayan Jane J. Ishikawa, Satoshi
70
290 103
Isnasari, Yovita
31, 95, 343, 347
Jabuen, Junas E.
307
Isooka, Miko O.
Jacinto, Anna Muriel T.
Jacinto, Omar Bonifacio B. Jamora, Michael John A. Janiya, Karen S.
Jaramillo, Angelica
Jaropojop, Shagne Corrine S. Jatico, Sammy Boy B.
421 431 255 167 94
411 348 123
Jatraningrum, Diah Anggraeni
240, 267
Jayectin, Maria Amelie L.
292
Javier, Maria Ana G.
Javillo, Aira Nicole M. Jayectin, Pedro G. Jimenez, Edlyn B. Johnson, David
Jose, Wilfredo I. Joshi, Archana Joven, Jason S.
Juan, Anthony M., Jr.
Juanico, Drandreb Earl JuLee, Hyeon
Julendra, Hardi
Junji, Kageyama
Kalalo, Rogelio G. Kanbara, Sakiko Kasuga, Fumiko
Kawakubo, Shun Khaing, May Yu
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185 67
292, 327 8
144 179 124 296 1
398 124 189 107 261 124 147
74, 402 359 26
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Kim, Lyunhae
83
Limpin, Eugie L.
60
Lizada, Joy C.
Kismurtono, Muhammad
189
Kurniasih
435
Kobayashi, Hikaru Kubota, Tetsu
Kuroiwa, Chihiro
130 342
Kurokura, Hisashi Kusnandar
Kusumaputri, V. Susirani Kuwasawa, Yasuo
103 334
31, 95, 343, 347 36
Labastida, Sean Clark Luinor A.
368
Labra, Marichu A.
185
Labog, Blessie Mae Labor, Lykka Mae
Lacaba, Leo Jesus M.
Laceras, Jude Michael C. Lago, Beatrice Marie M. Landicho, Jhoys M.
Landrito, Ronnel Franco G. Lanuza, Joyce B.
Latip, Asniyah T.
Latonio, Karl Matthew H. Laurena, Antonio S. Lawan, Jomar S.
Ledesma, Neve G. Lee, Kie Hwa
Legaspi, Noralyn B.
Lelix, Kevin Christopher D. Letran, Rachelle Ann D. Li, Tian
Liao, Evangeline B.
421 269
112, 174, 183, 348 185 228 412 218 222 249 185 374 161 161 125
209, 210 380 427 131 417
Libatique, Nathaniel J. C.
69, 182
Limpiado, Agripino B. Jr.
248
Lim, Antonio E., Jr. Lim, Graham P.
448
235 178
Liu, J.
Liwag, Patrick Jacob L. Llantos, Orven E.
Llorin, Lanze Miguel B. Lopez, Lorenzo P., Jr. Loquias, Monet M.
Lorenzo, Leodegario U., II Lorenzo, Maria Pilar M. Lowary, Todd L.
Loyola, Ma. Angela Veronica A. Luay, Joyce Ann C.
Lucero, Adelaida F.
Lucero, Nathaniel E.
Lumapas, Glydene B. Lunar, Bernard
Lung, Shih-Chun Candice
Macabenta, Marc Jason L. Macabeo, Allan Patrick Macalalad, Angelica A. Macalalad, Dianne S.
MacEspaldon, Ma. Victoria O. Macuja, Yra Frances O. Macuroy, Jonathan T. Magalong, Kristel G.
Magcamit, Joan Alyssa M.
Maglaqui, Monique Louise L. Magoling, Bryan John A. Magpantay, Daryl M. Magtibay, Amor P. Maidina
Malabayabas, Felisa L. Maligalig, Dalisay S.
63
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169, 366 63
433 41
399 293 330 61
418 238 27
177 319 360 149 365 65
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419 247 339 361
354, 357, 360 377
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Mallari, Joel P.
Mamino, Eileen Lorena M. Mamuad, Felomino V. Manalo, David D.
Manalo, Richelle Ann M. Manatad, Jerome
Mancol, Sunshine Marie S. Manduro, Samuel John T. Mangada, Lady lyn Lim Mangali, Glen R.
Mangarin, Jan Kristoper C. Mangaring, Meddy S.
Manila-Fajardo, Analinda C. Maningas, Mary Beth B.
Maniquis, Marian Angela P. Manlapao, Mary Ann F.
Manlapig, Ena Eloisa B.
Manlosa, Maria Lourdes O. Mansujeto, Patrick John F. Manuben, John Julius P. Manuel,Verma V.
Manzano, Andrea Alessandra L. Mar, Khin Mar
Marbella, Felisa D.
Mariano, Sharon D.
Martinez, Czarina Teresita S. Martinez, Imee Su
Martinez, Ma. Carey R.
Martinez-Villegas, Ma. Mylene L. Masigon, Glory A.
Maspiñas, Hydie R. Mata, Jameelah E.
Matienzo, Edna Luisa A.
204
Matienzo, Matthew C.
269
89
Mauhay, Divine Joy A.
364
10 87 68
162 174 215
126, 393 101 308 310
51, 268 413 278 192 362 290 315 279 258 411 108 333 333 432 395 244 127 202 295 79 98
Matsuura, Tsukasa
Matutino, Froilan C. Maulana, Syahrizal Maung, Yin Maung Mecaydor, Faye D.
Medina, Maria Cecilia T. Medina, Marilyn V.
Mediodia, Hanny John P.
Mendoza, Christian Karl M. Mendoza, Diane S.
Mendoza, Earl Anthony V. Mendoza, Heidi D. Mendoza, Jeric P.
Mendoza, Maria Krisandra L. Meñez, Mia Nicole B. Mercado, Joseph
Mercado, Josuah Allen R. Mercado, Maricor Y.
Mercado, Mary Marily Y. Miguel, Jolene Mari G.
Mijares, Bernabe M. Jr. Mingala, Claro N.
Miralles, Lilibeth Gatela Miranda, Noel Lee J. Miyagawa, Shoko
Miyazaki, Hiroyuki Mobo, Froilan D.
Mojica, Erin Raven T. Moncada, Fatima M.
Mondano, Andrie Marie E. Monsalud, Rosario G. Monserate, Juvy
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107 197
170, 172, 386 396 365 29
128 105 232
232, 417, 418, 419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424, 438 129 211 349 383 298 316 180 411 259 247 162 81
358 82
124
124, 303 154, 349 374 122 247 436 81
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Montala, Yvette B.
426
Nombrado, Rachelle Ann F.
246
Montalvo, Jonalyn E.
319
Nugroho, Herjuno A.
434
Montalbo, Imelda C.
Montalbo, Sherryl M.
Monteverde, Ma. Cecilia A. Montevirgen, Maurice Joy M. Moog, Marita Grace
Moorthy, K. Krishna Muaña, Eva P.
Muaña, Gabriel T. Muhi, Manuel M. Mulatsih, S.
Munawar, Sasa Sofyan Murakoshi, Chiharu
Mustacisa, Marife M.
Muyco, Maria Christine Nadaoka, Kazuo
Naguna, Alvin B., Jr.
Nakagami, Hidetoshi Nakagawa, Takeshi Nakamura, Ben
Naldoza, Niño D.
Napatotan, Zennie P.
Napuran, Nemesio Francisco M.
157 96
123 362 371 148
177, 384 199, 384 160 334 172
44, 72 196 351 140 270
44, 72
32, 314, 342 57
155, 156 363, 392 42
Nario, Monica Liana L.
383
Navares, Reynold B.
110
Nas, John Sylvester B. Nava, Jesan C.
Navarra, Helen U.
Navarro, Marc-Eduard E. Naz, Graham M.
Nazal, Eliza Bianca N.
Nicolas, Patricia Marie M.
Nieves, Rebecca Angelica A.
450
89
417 202 302 328 421 278 228
Novianti, Kurnia Nudalo, Jiezel L.
Nunez, Anna Katrina L. Nwe, Khin Saw
Ocampo, Charo B. Ocampo, Pablo P.
Ocbian, Magdalena M. Ogawa, Yuki
Ohmoto, Tomoyuki Okamoto, Takashi
341 165 261 15
208 191 14
74, 402 92 65
Okishio, Tomoya
390
Ombico, Marife T.
52
Olao, Penelope V.
Omana, Michelle E. Ombrog, Almera C. Ona, Emelie A. Oo, Thura
Ordiz, Floressa P.
Ordoña, Joyce Anne S.
Oreta, Andres Winston C. Orlina, Eva R.
Ortega, Airah Faye A. Ortega, Jilly Mae A. Ortinero, Cesar V. Oshitani, Hitoshi Osi, Marina O.
Osma, Joanna Marie D. Otayde, Annivic E. Oville, Vincent M.
Pacot, Mark Phil B. Paderan, Jocel O.
Padilla, Mildred A.
Padolina, Raymond S.
270 52
158 367
359, 391 365 238 294
202, 376 305 48
271 141 250 369 305 332 416 259
84, 88
410
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Paez, Yngrid Pauline G.
424
Pagtaconan, Wilben Christie R.
309
Pagatpatan,Lordy R. Pagcal, Dexter
Pagtalunan, Kyla Veronica D.
258 360 48
Pagunsan, Ruel V.
306
Pampag, Jessa Mae D.
305
Pale, Cherry Mae L. Palis, Florencia G. Pangilinan, Lei A. Papa, Irene A.
Paragas, Daniel Jeremy D. Paragas, Danila S.
Parin, Yun Sean V. Parrish, John J.
Partosa, Lady Flor N.
Parungao, Ma. Nina Christina C. Pasaje, Genes M.
Pascual, Madona S.
Pasia, Nekke Lettie Joy A. Pastor, Corazon Diana A. Pastor, Floramante C. Pastrano, Helena M. Patagnan, Joshua R. Pates, Ellen L.
Paunlagui, Merlyne M. Payot, Betchaida D.
Payuran, Joselle Anne F.
Peguit, Amber Dea Marie V. Pellerin, Macy P.
Pepito, Genalen M.
Peracullo, Jeane Cana
Perez, Ana Asumpta N. Perez, Ivy Fides R. Perez, JericoA.
166 28
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387 427 389 63
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Perez, Jillien Mae C.
Perez, Ramil M.
Petilla, Geraldo S.
Phadmacanty, Ni Luh Putu Rischa Piamonte, Samuel Brando H. Pido, Jayson M.
Pilapil-Añasco, Cherry Pilar, Elsie C.
Pitogo, Vicente A. Ples, Michael B.
Pogoy, Angeline M. Pokharel, Jiba Raj
Pokharel, Tika Ram
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176
Porticos, Ludivina M.
295
Pondevida, Josie L.
Ponsaran, Kerstin Mariae G. Prado, Jenita C.
Prasetyoputra, Puguh Prieto-Carolino, Alice
Prijono, Siti Nuramaliati Prudente, Maricar S. Pulhin, Juan M.
Pumanes, Eleanor Eden J. Pungtilan, Fe B.
Purwantini, Tri Bastuti
Putra, Gusma Hamdana
62
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Que, Bill A.
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Querequincia, Joseph Mari B.
250
Que, Marie Chrislyn F. Queddeng, Mercita Q. Querijero, Blesshe L.
Quero, Maria Lourdes P.
Quiambao, Cristine Claire O.
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Quiapo, Christine B.
210
Reyes, Keanu Jason D.
178
Quina, Charmaine R.
356
Reyes, Zenaida Q.
101
Quiling, Mucha Shim L. Quimpo,Jessica T.
Rabara, Athena V.
Raboy, Maritess R. Ragual, Ciriaco T. Rahajoe, Joeni S.
Rajan, Kumar KC
Ramirez, Felicidad Christina R.
25
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382, 388
Ramirez, Ryan A.
369
Ramos, Bianca F.
227
Ramirez, Veronica E.
Ramos, Angela Beatrice M. Ramos, John Donnie A. Ramos, Noelynna T.
428 438 65 39
Ramos, Rolly C.
198
Razon, Kennex H.
297
Ramos, Vera Lynne M. Rasonabe, Marietta B. Razon, Luis F.
Rebancos, Carmelita M. Rebojo, Clifford Neil C. Rebuelta, Paterno I.
Recebido, Benilda A.
Redoblado, Shaira May M. Regalado, Maria Regina V. Remolacio, Mario I.
Reñosa, Mark Donald C. Reterta, Aitee Janelle E. Reyes, Bea Nicole C.
Reyes, Deogracias Alberto G. Reyes, Deogracias Alberto M. Reyes, Joseph D.
452
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202, 376 167 67
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Reyes, Vanessa Ley T. Reyes, Wilma S.
Reynaldo, Gerardo Ramon Cesar B.
Ricafort, Ma. Ciara Lyzza B. Ricalde,Bryan Christian C. Ricarte, Shaira A. Rico, Gigi L.
Rico, Leonila Y.
Ridwansyah, Iwan
Rijal, Hom Bahadur Rita, Thapa
Rivera, Boots Anson D.
Rivera, Patricia Karen Gail M. Roa, Marilyn B.
Robles, Alfredo C., Jr. Robles, Lisette R.
Rodrigo, Wyna Win D. Rodriguez, Felicito M. Rola, Agnes C.
Romaquin, Marilyn E. Romero, Rizza A.
Rondilla, Almira Mae C.
Rotoni, Precious Vimille B. Roxas, Marcelino Manuel D. l. Rueda, Ma. Judith L. Saisho, Tetsuro
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Sakaguchi, Sherwin Aiji C. Salamia, Jose Ismael S. Salazar, Antonio D.. Jr. Saldo, Leny A.
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Saleh, Amiruddin Sales, Anthony C.
Salic, Ricomina A.
Salic-Hairulla, Monera A. Salik, Sittie Zuleiha S. Salonga, Reginald B.
Samaniego, Arlene A.
Sambile, Jamaica Joice M. San Pablo, Mae H.
Sanchez, Learenzee Snow P. Sanchez, Mari Toni M.
Sanders, Maria Evans Claud B. Sangalang, Reygan H. Santiago, Myla R. Santos, Gaile L.
Santos, Joshua Kenneth M. Santos, Mikhael Aaron
Santos, Suzette Louise C. Sapkota, Yog Maya
Sarausad, Beverly S. Sari, K.
Sarmiento, Jasper A. Sarong, Rejie L. Satheesh, S.K.
Sawachi, Takao
Sebastian, Roseller B.
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Sibayan, Jonathan S.
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Selfaison, Jonathan V.
433
Serrano, Kanny Krizzy D.
181
Semilla, Marjune Anthony T. Serato, Jo Hanna Lindsey G. Sevilla, Emmanuel Ruthe F. Sevilla, Fortunato B., III Sevilla, Roxanne S.
Shanmugam, Sangaraju Shima, Norihisa Shin, Dongchun
Shukuya, Masanori
Shuto, Motoko
238 129 275 34 79
388 350 83
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Siababa, Clarisse A.
54, 387
Sideco, Jirah Asa M.
424
Siason, Ma. Ida M.
Silawan, Lousiline T. Simpol, Lourdes R.
Sincer, Rey Mark Clarence L. So, Sharina Leane T.
Sobritchea, Carolyn I. Sodusta, Jesucita Lao Solar, Nick John B.
Solidum, Renato U., Jr.
Soliman, Irasan Micah I. Solomon, Franz Ian D.
Somintac, Armando S. Soriano, Maricor N. Su, Y.
Subehi, Luki
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41, 47, 49, 381 415 404 117
Sucol, Yusuf A.
139, 277
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104, 283
Sugawara, Masanori Suhaeti, Rita Nur
Sumawijaya, Nyoman Sumida, Kento Sundari, Siti
Superable, Glaiza Mae B. Superioridad, Ronald D. Surpia, Mikaela Y. Suyo, Jee Grace B. Sy, Rei Julienne T. Sy, Sandra C.
Syahid, Choerunisa Noor
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Tabuena, Romiennell Aurelita C.
298
Tadique, Ramon Janielle B.
178
Tadem, Teresa E.
Tadifa, Frederick G. Tagarino, Juniel B.
Tagata, Lawrence John C. Tahara, Makoto Tahil, Benhar J.
Takaguchi, Hiroto
Takahashi, Yukihiro Takayama, Azusa
Talavera, Iris Ivy M.
Talavera, Jose Rennel M. Tallo, Veronica L. Tamaki, Raita
Tamisin, Leonardo L., Jr. Tampus, Leif Erickson Tamura, Yukio Tan, Alvin G. Tan, Irene L.
Tan, Joanne Pauline U. Tan, Raymond R. Tanabe, Rio
Tanaka, Takehiro
Tanduyan, Serapion N. Tang, X.
Tangaran, Joselito
Tangonan, Gregory L. Tanimoto, Hiroshi
Tanquilut, Genevieve S.
Tansingco, Nikka Mariz L. Tansingco, Ninna Q. Tanzo, Irene R.
Tapang, Giovanni
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Tejada, Lizabeth B. Tenorio, Myrna A.
Teo, Salina Biene B.
Teodoro, Arabelle Dorothy V. Teodosio, Lelisa J. Thant, Aye A.
Thwe, Than Than
Tiburan, Cristino L., Jr. Tigno, Jorge V.
Tin, Charina Karyn S.
Tiongco, Diane Clare M. Tiongson, Julius Kim A. Tizon, Maricel M. Todcor, Genalin
Toleza, Francis C.
Tolin, John Paul B.
Tongol, Bernard John V. Tongol, Kay Ann J.
Toong, Nicole Anne G. Torihama, Hiroshi Torio, Haidee E.
Torrentira, Moises C. Jr. Torres, Amaryllis T.
Torres, Elexis Mae A.
Torres, John Raymund D. Torres, Milano O.
Torres, Rosalinda C.
Torres, Timothy John C. Trani, Josefa L.
Trihamdani, Andhang Rakhmat Trinidad, Trinidad P. Tsunoo, Satomi Tsutsui, Ken
Tsutsui, Takahiro
Tugado, Catherine B. Tumamao, Krista A.
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Tumbaga, Jan Ramel A. Tun, Theint Theint
Tungpalan, Andres Y.
Urquiza, Karen Christian Joy O. Urrutia, Jackie D. Utami, Nurya
Utrera, Rodel T.
Valderama, Julius S.
Valientes, Rodger Dennis M. Vaso, Cleo Joana M. Vega, Renato SA.
Velasco, Kerstin Marie V. Velasco, Lemuel Clark P. Venturina, Virginia M. Vequizo, Reynaldo M.
Veranga, April Rose C. Vergara, Charlene L.
Vergara, Christopher Jude T. Victoria N. Malaya
Victoria, Camilo D.
Vidamo, Allysha Fabienne P. Viernes, Meryll Angelica J. Villarante, Gwendelina A.
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219, 397
Villegas, Vladimir P.
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Villaruel, John Hilario L.
Villavicencio, Maria Lea H. Villegas-Pangga, Gina Villena, Jessa Mae C.
Villfañe, Benjamen R. Viray, Gabrieleene B. Vistal, Jogie A. Vitto, Kim
Vitug, Chrysvin Wilson H.
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Wada, Akira
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Walde, Rikkamae Zinca L. Wang, Yan
Watanabe, Akio
Watanabe, Minoru
Wenceslao, Emelyn B. Wibowo, Hendro
Wicaksono, Adityo Widiyono, Wahyu
Williams, Meryl J. Win, Khin K. Win, Nu Nu
Win, Than Htike Win, Than Than
Wong, Jordan M.
Wulansari, Dewi Xuan, Ji
Yamabe, Akinori Yaman, Aris
Yang, Qingshan Yaniar, Harini
Ybañez, Jenny M.
Yglesias, Bryan Paolo G. Yoo, Dabin
Yolo, Rowen T.
Yoneda, Masako
Yoon, Soon-chang Yoshida, Kazui
Yoshino, Hiroshi Yoshino, Ryoji
Yoshino, Yasuko
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Zayar, Pyae
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Zamayla, Arnel D.
Zarzua, Kim Arianne Zheng, Ruixiang B. Zhu, J.
Zhu, T.
Zulaybar, Teofila O.
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