The Department of Science and Technology conferred various awards to outstanding researchers, technologists, and journalists, including institutions and students July 16 at the Dusit Nikko Hotel in Makati City.
The awarding rites kicked off the five-day celebration of the National Science and Technology Week that runs July 16-20 and participated in by DOST’s line agencies, regional offices, and partners.
Dr. Edgardo Tulin of Leyte State University bagged the Eduardo Quisumbing Medal- Outstanding R&D Award for Basic Research for his research work on cytokine mimicry using Philippine plant material sources. Dr. Tulin’s research offers an opportunity to identify novel molecules with significant potential for clinical use. He received a plaque of recognition and P150,000.00 cash prize.
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NRCP–DOST Research Achievers in 2006
The country’s top 12 researchers in 2006 will be honored for their unique contributions in their specializations during the research achievement awards ceremony to be held in time for the 74th annual convention of the National Research Council of the Philippines, a collegial body attached to the Department of Science and Technology at the Manila Hotel on March 8, 2007.
The awardees were selected among NRCP’s 2,968 members and include:
Dr. Wilson O. Garcia [physics]--a photonics researcher selected for his research in laser-produced plasma, laser technology development, and non-linear photonic processes. His original contributions in the field of optics extend to future application of laser technology cited by the international scientific community. His research involves generating, controlling, and detecting photons particularly in visible light and near infrared spectrum.
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Balik Scientist Johnny Abilay
Milking his knowledge to help beef up the country’s livestockLike cheese that gets better with age, Dr. Johnny Abilay is so ripened with knowledge and skills that he now wants to share it to his countrymen.