PSM Officer hosted US Professor

Slide1Mr. Jeremy Martin O. Torres, M.Sc., PSM Division Representative for Aquatic Microbiology (FY 2012-2013) and an instructor at the Department of Biology, School of Science and Engineering, Ateneo de Manila University, hosted Dr. Praveen V. Vadlani, a professor from Kansas State University, for a lecture on biofuels and platform chemicals via microbial bioprocessing. Dr. Vadlani is a Gary and Betty Lortscher Associate Professor in Renewable Energy and a faculty member at the Grain Science and Industry Department, Kansas State University, USA. Continue reading

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HIGHLIGHTS: Scientists-In-Focus Conference Series 2 at CLSU

538268_10200617516661852_177550260_nLast February 21, 2013, the Department of Biological Science of Central Luzon State University in cooperation with the Philippine Society of Microbiology hosted the 2nd Scientist in Focus with a theme: Agricultural Microbiology and Biotechnology: Innovations in Bioentrepreneurship. Continue reading

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HIGHLIGHTS: PSM Cluster 2 at ATENEO

Slide1The Department of Biology of Ateneo de Manila University in Katipunan Ave., Quezon City hosted this year’s PSM Cluster 2 symposium. Held at the Ricardo and Dr. Rosita Leong Hall last January 19, 2013 with the theme “Harnessing Microbes as Catalysts of Industrial Development and Environmental Sustainability”, the symposium brought together seven distinguished speakers from the academe and research institutions. Continue reading

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Agricultural Microbiology and Biotechnology: Innovations in Bioentrepreneurship at CLSU

CLSU 2The Department of Biological Science of Central Luzon State University in cooperation with the Philippine Society of Microbiology will be hosting the 2nd Scientist in Focus with a theme: Agricultural Microbiology and Biotechnology: Innovations in Bioentrepreneurship. This will be held at the Central State University RET Amphitheater on February 21, 2013. Registration rates are 800.00 Php for professionals while 500.00 Php for students  For inquiries, please contact Ms. Khristine J. Cruz at kjcruz@clsu.edu.ph

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MALIGAYANG PASKO PSM MEMBERS

This photo is taken by Maria Clarissa M. Manabat. The Belen is made by the Microbiology division, Institute of Biological Sciences, UPLB

This photo is taken by Maria Clarissa M. Manabat. The Belen is made by the Microbiology division, Institute of Biological Sciences, UPLB

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DISCOUNTED BOOKS for Members and Participants of the 42nd Annual Convention courtesy by PEARSON

Pearson_Without_Strapline_Green_RGB_LoResAs an early treat for for Members and Participants of the 42nd Annual Convention of the PSM at Tagaytay City, Philippines, Pearson has presented that the following books could be ordered at a very much discounted rate. Continue reading

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PSM Officers gave lectures at UST Microbiology Society Week

The PSM speakers together with the officers of the UST Microbiology Society and faculty members of the UST Department of Biological Sciences.

The PSM speakers together with the officers of the UST Microbiology Society and faculty members of the UST Department of Biological Sciences.

The UST Microbiology Society, the official student organization of the BS Microbiology degree program at the College of Science of the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, celebrates its 31st year with week-long activities. Highlight of this celebration is its annual Microbiology Week Lecture Series held on 18 December 2012 at the Blas Hall, UST Main Building. Continue reading

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RESEARCH CARAVAN kicks off at Nueva Caceres, Bicol

Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. in cooperation with University of Nueva Caceres College of Arts & Sciences held its Research Caravan last November 23, 2012. This workshop is a pre-convention activity of the Regional Convention of PSM Bicol Chapter. Continue reading

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PRIMER FOR THE 42nd PSM Annual Convention on April 18 – 19, 2013 Summit Ridge Hotel in Tagaytay City, Cavite

The Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. will convene microbiology educators, scientists, researchers, and experts in their respective fields for its 42nd Annual Scientific Meeting and Convention in Tagaytay City on April 18-19, 2013 at the Summit Ridge Hotel. This year’s theme “FOSTERING SOCIETAL TRANSFORMATIONS THROUGH INNOVATIVE MICROBIOLOGY EDUCATION AND RESEARCH” highlights the vital role of novel pedagogies and research in changing our society to a better one. Experts from all over the world as well as Filipino microbiologist and educators have been invited to share how their researches are contributing towards societal transformations Continue reading

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PSM Officer attended 2012 International Scientific Instrument Technology Workshop

Since 1992, the Instrument Technology Research Center (ITRC) of the National Applied Research Laboratories (NARL) in Hsinchu, Taiwan hosted several International Scientific Instrument Technology workshops (ISITW). This workshop provides a unique opportunity for international cooperation and cultural exchange among the participants from different countries as well as with the people of Taiwan. Continue reading

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