(SEPT. 16) – The UP Diliman Institute of Biology (UPD-IB) in a statement on Sept. 11 called for a halt in the release of invasive species. Last August, the National Integrated Fisheries Technology Development Center-Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (NIFTDC-BFAR) and officials of Barangay Old Balara in Quezon City released some 6,000 mosquitofish and at least 1,000 cane toads or bullfrogs, as counter measures against the dengue outbreak. The measures were made following the Department of Health’s declaration of a national dengue epidemic due to more…

The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons bounced back with an exhilarating victory over the pesky defense of the Adamson University (AdU) Soaring Falcons, 83-82, in overtime on Sept. 15 at the Mall of Asia Arena (MOA) in Pasay City. The Falcons had control of the game in the first half, leading by as much as 18 points. But the Maroons responded massively in the third, outscoring the San Marcelino-based squad by 18 points to take the lead 52-50, heading into the final quarter. With AdU up by 3 points with under 20…

The Search Committee for the Directorship of the National Hydraulic Research Center (NHRC) is inviting everyone to attend a Public Forum on the Presentation of Accomplishment of incumbent director and Presentation of Vision and Plans of Nominee/s. This will be held on September 12 at 10am to 12noon at the ICE Executive Boardroom (ICE 407). Everyone is invited to attend and participate in the discussions. For more information, you may reach the committee at: The Search Committee for the Directorship of the National Hydraulic Research Center c/o Office of the Dean Rm. 204…

(SEPT. 9)—UP Diliman ranked first among the top performing schools (those who fielded 25 or more examinees and with at least 85% passing percentage) in the August 2019 Registered Electrical Engineer Licensure Examination, with all 33 of its examinees passing on their first try. This gives the University a University a 100 percent passing rate, a ranking it shares with University of Batangas. Jake Michael Canta Cruz, a graduate of the College of Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute, placed 7th in the with a 91.30 rating. According to…

(SEPT. 6)—The first issue of the Philippine Engineering Journal for 2019 was released on Aug. 31, with articles on topics ranging from sorption kinetics models to testing bamboo as a building material. Published by the UP Engineering Research Development Foundation for the UP National Engineering Center, the Philippine Engineering Journal is a biannual double-blind peer-reviewed refereed journal that serves as a national medium of exchange of technical information and dissemination of engineering knowledge through the publication of technical papers, technical notes and research briefs. The issue features six research papers with UP…

(SEPT. 4) —The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons survived the very gritty Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws, 61-55, Wednesday at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum. Both teams struggled in the first couple of minutes, shooting blanks on both ends. But FEU’s Kenneth Tuffin and UP’s Jun Manzo helped them shake off opening game jitters by opening the scoring with conversions from the outside. The Fighting Maroons unravelled an acrobatic offensive display, with high flying forwards Dave Murrell and Ricci Rivero providing the spectacular plays. The Tamaraws, however, kept in step trailing…

UAAP (University Athletics Association of the Philippines) is composed of Adamson University, ADMU, De La Salle University, Far Eastern University, National University, University of the East, University of the Philippines and University of Santo Tomas. UAAP Season 82 opening fetes student-athletes UP downs FEU in opener UAAP Season 82 opening photo album UP repeats over UE UP sweeps NU

(SEPT. 4) — The UAAP (University Athletics Association of the Philippines) Season 82 formally opened on Sept. 1 at the Araneta Coliseum with a futuristic-themed ceremony showcasing spectacular light shows, parade of athletes and energetic performances of student performers and top local bands. Organized by host Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU), the UAAP Season 82’s opening ceremony served as a send-off to the league’s student-athletes from eight member universities before competition. UAAP is composed of Adamson University, ADMU, De La Salle University, Far…

(SEPT. 4)—Experts from the College of Engineering (COE) Electrical and Electronics Engineering Institute (EEEI) are looking at e-tricycles and bike sharing as clean, green transportation solutions for small communities. This was EEEI’s goal with the launch of InElecT (Intelligent Electric Transportation Network) and the UP Smart Bike Sharing System, two projects the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) funded last Aug. 30 at the EEEI. “Grab”bing e-trikes. IntElecT uses a community-based ride sharing system similar to Grab or Uber to coordinate, keep track of, and charge electric vehicles to ferry users inside a relatively small area. Using an app they will develop…

The Search Committee for the Directorship of the National Hydraulic Research Center (NHRC) shall receive nominations from August 9, 2019 to September 6, 2019 at 11:59pm. Please submit the following documents (both printed copies with original signatures as appropriate, and soft copies in USB drive): Nominator(s)’s signed nomination letter containing the justification for the nomination. Please include current contact details of the (first) nominator; Nominee’s summarized curriculum vitae, at most three (3) pages; Nominee’s signed letter of acceptance of the nomination, stating willingness to serve as Director, and Nominee’s plans for NHRC in broad terms, including his/her flagship programs…