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Ateneo Represented at National Chemistry Conference
Scholars, researchers and experts in chemistry from academe, industry and government met at the 37th Philippine Chemistry Congress (PCC) held at the SMX Convention Center in Bacolod City last 26th to 28th of July 2023.
PCC is an annual event organized by the major chemistry societies of the country to serve as an avenue to feature the latest chemistry research and technological developments made locally, address key issues faced by professionals and educators, and promote collaboration among the different sectors to improve the quality of chemistry education and research.
After three years of the pandemic, PCC was held once again in person. The 37th PCC adopted the theme, “Chemistry and Agriculture 4.0: Chemistry for Agriculture and Food Security.” Plenary lectures and fora served to highlight the role and importance of chemistry in addressing the significant challenges that local agriculture and food security face: sustainability and climate change.
The Ateneo delegation was composed of students, researchers and faculty from the Department of Chemistry as well as the Ateneo Research Institute of Science and Engineering (ARISE). Dr. Adam Turner and Maryjane Magsino presented their papers on material science and chemistry education respectively.
Meanwhile, ten other members of the delegation shared their research through poster presentations. These include Jude Reyes, Keith Gungon, and Alexandra Hulog for polymer science; Hans Natividad and Je Valdez for environmental chemistry, Christiane Oriana, John Daniel Magsalin and Charles Opague for chemistry education; Dyanne Duldulao for material science, and Ranns Santos for natural products.
The congress culminated with the recognition of Mr. Gerry Tan, RCh of SBS Philippines Corporation (industry), Ms. Lilibeth Salvador-Reyes of University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute (chemical research), Mr. Allen Espinosa, PhD of Philippine Normal University (education – tertiary), and Mr. Jose Andaya, DT of Philippine Science High School-CALABARZON (education – secondary). The awarding ceremony was followed by social events such as the headdress competition, talent showcase, and fellowship night to foster camaraderie among the participants.
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Text: Hans Denzel A. Natividad
