Fostering Societal Transformations through Innovative Microbiology Education and Research (PSM)

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. The Convention also provides a venue for local experts to disseminate their most recent breakthroughs in microbiology, biotechnology and education through poster and oral technical paper sessions as well as renew ties with colleagues from the academe and industry.

CONVENTION PRIMER/WEBSITE

Biodiversity and Cultural Values of Conservation Areas (WCSP)

22nd Annual Philippine Biodiversity Symposium

 "Biodiversity and Cultural Values of Conservation Areas”. 

16 April 2013 | Central Mindanao University, Maramag, Bukidnon
Organized by the Wildlife Conservation Society of the Philippines

PRE-REGISTRATION

For more information, visit: http://wildlifeconservation.ph/ or
email: wcsp.symposium@gmail.com

Innovative Crop Technologies for more Food and Fun (FCSSP)

The Federation of Crop Science Societies of the Philippines (FCSSP) will hold its 22nd National Scientific Conference at the Pearlmont Inn in Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental on March 11-16, 2013. The theme ‘Innovative Crop Technologies for More Food and Fun’ highlights modern exciting research, effective practical new farm technologies and enjoyable profitable agri-ventures in the backdrop of fun agri-tourism sites.

The FCSSP conducts the biennial National Scientific Conference where advances in crop science research and development, policy issues and concerns are presented. The Conference provides a venue to acquire and exchange knowledge in the broad spectrum of the agricultural sector and to address the most pressing agricultural issues through the various activities such as paper and poster presentations, agri-tours, agri-entrepreneurs forum and best paper and best poster competitions. The Conference will be held in cooperation with the Department of Agriculture Regional Field Unit X and the College of Agriculture, Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan.

Website: Crop Science Society of the Philippines (http://www.cssp.org.ph/)

Download: Brochure

Convergence of Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics: Biodiversity (PEMS)

The 32nd Philippine Environmental Mutagen Society (PEMS) Annual Convention will be held on 24 November 2012 (Saturday), 12:30 - 5 pm , at the Chemrez room of Institute of Chemistry Teaching Building, National Science Complex, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City (please click here for map). The theme of the convention is "Convergence of Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics: Biodiversity". Please check out the PEMS flyer for more details. You may also send an e-mail to philemsoc@yahoo.com for inquiries.

Convention fee is PhP 350 for members, PhP 500 for non-members, and PhP 250 for students who pre-register . For students who register on-site, the fee is PhP 300. Students must present ID. The fee is inclusive of PM snacks.

Website: http://philems.org/index.htm

6th National Malacological Convention

Reposted from UP Biology (Institute of Biology - UP Diliman Facebook Page)

Convention and Training Announcement

6th National Malacological Convention and 

3rd Training Course of the Malacological Society of the Philippines 

FISHWORLD Museum, SEAFDEC, Tigbauan, Iloilo 

3rd Training Course - 15-18 Dec 2012 

5th National Convention - 19 Dec 2012

For details, please email Dr. Ian Fontanilla (ianfontanilla@hotmail.com)

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Moving On: Expanded Newborn Screening for Filipino Newborns (NBSSP)

DATE: 02 October 2012
VENUE: SMX Convention Center, SM Mall of Asia Complex

10th Newborn Screening Convention
Moving on: Expanded Newborn Screening for Filipino Newborns

Organized by the Newborn Screening Society of the Philippines and the Philippine Pediatric Society-Southern Tagalog Chapter

DOWNLOAD: Convention Program and Flyer

WEBSITE: http://www.newbornscreening.ph/

Tapping Nature's Potential: Methods in Natural Products Research (NPSP)

DATE: 03-04 December 2012
VENUE: La Planta Hotel, Bacolod City

Nature provides a myriad of natural products important to man. Tapping this potential requires a good understanding of natural products and finding the suitable methods for their extraction and application. In this upcoming convention, focus will be on the following methods:

• Current methods in bio-analytical chemistry
• Biotech and biologic drug development
• Innovations in sugar technology
• Approaches for academe-industry merger

A spin-off workshop on 1 December will mainlycover the basics of natural products research.

DOWNLOAD FLYER: http://www.natprod.org/sites/default/files/NPSP_2012.pdf

WEBSITE: http://www.natprod.org/conventions

The Century of Biology: Towards Transformative Learning (AABE, BIOTA)

DATE: 5-9 December 2012
VENUE: UP National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development (UP NISMED), Diliman, Quezon City

The Asian Association for Biology Educators (AABE) will hold its 24th Biennial Conference on December 5-9, 2012 at the University of the Philippines National Institute for Science and Mathematics Education Development (UP NISMED), Diliman, Quezon City.

The theme of the conference is “The Century of Biology: Towards Transformative Learning”. Subthemes include: Learner Centered Education; Technology Based Education; Active Research; Interdisciplinary Approach; Biodiversity and Conservation; and Ethics in Biology. All interested participants and BIOTAns are invited to attend and present a paper. Contact Dr. Jessamyn Marie O. Yazon (biotaphl@gmail.com) for details.

UPDATE: FINAL EXTENSION: Abstract submission is until September 30, 2012. Early Bird payment fee is until October 15, 2012.

WEBSITE: http://biotaph.org/conference/index.php/aabe/24