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PSM-Bicol Chapter First Regional Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting Held in Legazpi City
Last October 4, 2008, the Bicol Chapter of PSM held the First Regional Convention and Scientific Meeting at Divine Word College of Legazpi (DWCL). Adopted from the national convention of the PSM, the theme of the convention is “Microbes UnlimitedPSM Making Lives Better!”. Dr. Auxilia T. Siringan, the current PSM National President, delivered the keynote lecture. Dr. Esperanza Cabrera of DLSU-Manila, Dr. Marian Pulido of the Museum of Natural History, UPLB, Dr. Fidel Rey Nayve and Dr. Francisco Elegado of BIOTECH, UPLB gave lectures on microbes of medical importance, microbial enzymes, ethnol-producing microbes, and probiotic bacteria respectively.
Microbiology Processes and Food Safety August 2, 2008
Presidents Report 13th Regional Seminar Workshop "Microbiology Processes and Food Safety" August 2, 2008
PAM Accreditation Examination for Registered Microbiologists has been re-scheduled for December 2008.
The PAM Accreditation Examination for Registered Microbiologists set for August 23-24, 2008 has been re-scheduled for December 6 and 7, 2008. The venue will still be at the National Library, T.M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila, Philippines.
PSM Thesis Reproduction Grant for FY 2008-2009
PSM will give thesis awards to two (2) B.S. and four (4) graduate (M.S. and Ph.D.) students for FY 2008-2009. The grant is intended for printing and reproduction of the students’ thesis amounting to PhP 5,000 for each B.S. student; PhP 10,000 for the M.S or Ph.D. student.
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PAM Accreditation Exam for Registered Microbiologists is set for August 23-24, 2008 at the Multi-Purpose Room of UNILAB, Mandaluyong City.
International Grants & Fellowships
As the American Society of Microbiology Country Liaison for the Philippines, Dr RAYMUNDO invites us to the many ASM-based opportunities. Below is a summary of such opportunities. Open the ASM sites for details.
NIMBB - PSM - UP MBBS - BCP Biotechnology Quiz Contest
1st National Biotechnology Quiz Contest for High School. The Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. (PSM) together with the National Institute of Molecular Biology & Biotechnology of U.P. Diliman (NIMBB), the Biotechnology Coalition of the Philippines (BCP) and the Philippine Molecular Biology & Biotechnology Society (UP MBBS) will be holding the 1st National Biotechnology Quiz Contest for high school students. This activity aims to emphasize the significance of biotechnology and other related fields in the development of the country and society, as well as to encourage the youth to take on the challenge of being future scientists. This also seeks to promote meaningful intellectual interaction and camaraderie between students and experts in the field of biotechnology.
Microbes Unlimited PSM For Health and Wellness
Health is wealth! Staying fit and healthy has been one of life's top priorities for many of us. Placing premium on health ushered in new discoveries and products to achieve such goal. Most of these products are derived either from microbial cells or microbial processes. Such development led to a paradigm shift on our view on microbes, from being agents of disease causation to agents of disease prevention. Indeed, microbes have emerged as our new partners in attaining human health and wellness. This symposium in cooperation with the De La Salle University.
PSM BICOL
Bicol region is composed of 6 provinces, namely, Albay, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, Masbate, and Sorsogon. There are many persons and organizations in Bicol engaged in and interested in advancing the objectives of the PSM hence are eligible for membership but are not given a chance to become member or participate in the activities of the PSM. This was evident during the Cluster II Symposium held in Ateneo de Naga University last February 3, 2007, where more than 220 teachers, health and other microbiology-related professionals, and students attended the said symposium. Such overwhelming attendance is an indication of the interest of the Bicolanos to microbiology. At present, there are 36 old Bicolano members, but during the Cluster II symposium, 56 more were added as new members.
PSM successfully hosts its 35th Annual Convention and the 5th Asia-Pacific Biotechnology Congress
The 5th Asia-Pacific Biotechnology Congress and the 35th Annual Convention of the Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc (PSM), was successfully held in Bohol Tropics, Tagbilaran City, Bohol, last May 10 – 13, 2006, with the theme “Microbiology and Biotechnology: Roadmaps and Milestones for Enhancing Sustainable Productivity in the Asia-Pacific Region.” The event was attended by over 300 participants, which included active members, new members and invited speakers from the Asia-Pacific Region. The opening ceremony was formally opened by PSM President Dr. Maribel L. Dionisio-Sese and was graced by Dr. Estrella F. Alabastro, Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), and Dr. Fusao Tomita, Ambassador to Asia of the International Union of Microbiological Societies (IUMS).
Dr. Wilfredo L. Barraquio (1947-2006)
It only works when it’s open. This is only one among the many things I’ve learned under Dr. Wilfredo L. Barraquio, about the mind and the understanding of microbiology. His unexpected passing on January 2, 2006 has brought sadness to his family, friends, colleagues & students. At the same time, it has also brought hope and inspiration to many for the future of microbiology in the country.