Best Mikael Angelo Francisco Podcasts (2025)

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162: [Debunking Medical Misinformation - 2 of 2] Can We Really Change People's Minds About Health Scams? (with Dr. Adam Smith) 20:27

4d ago20:27

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Dr. Adam Smith, more popularly known as Doc Adam, is a British-Australian medical doctor and social media content creator who debunks medical misinformation and discusses medical-related problems that are relevant to Filipinos. In 2025, he published a book called "Quacks," detailing what he calls his "journey through Filipino health scams." We talk…

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161: [Debunking Medical Misinformation - 1 of 2] Why Are There So Many Health Scams In The Philippines? (with Dr. Adam Smith) 23:42

4d ago23:42

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Dr. Adam Smith, more popularly known as Doc Adam, is a British-Australian medical doctor and social media content creator who debunks medical misinformation and discusses medical-related problems that are relevant to Filipinos. In 2025, he published a book called "Quacks," detailing what he calls his "journey through Filipino health scams." We talk…

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160: [Healthy Food Options] Bakit Mahirap Mamili Ng "Healthy" Na Pagkain? (with Kristine Jane Atienza) 14:42

2M ago14:42

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, licensed nutritionist-dietitian Kristine Jane Atienza talks about making better food purchasing decisions, misconceptions about nutrition, front-of-pack warning labels (FOPWLs), and more. This episode was supported by a media fellowship from ImagineLaw, Inc. The content is solely the responsibility of the …

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159: [Diabetes] Asukal Lang Ba Ang Sanhi Ng Diabetes? (with Dr. Aurora Macaballug) 26:44

2M ago26:44

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Dr. Aurora Macaballug, President of the Philippine College of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism (PCEDM), talks about the link between diabetes and diet, the prevalence of diabetes in the Philippines, the struggles of patients with diabetes, the challenges of making well-informed food purchasing decis…

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158: [Domestic Cat Predation] Dapat Bang Hayaang Makalabas Ang Mga Alagang Pusa? (with Frances Mae Tenorio) 34:06

1y ago34:06

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Frances Mae Tenorio talks about domestic cat predation, the problem of invasive species, responsible pet ownership, and more. Learn about her study on domestic cat predation here: https://www.flipscience.ph/plants-and-animals/domestic-cats-mt-makiling-forest-reserve/ This episode was made possible by the B…

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157: [AUDIO ESSAY] Of Six-Eyed Spiders And Taxonomic Tasks 17:32

1y ago17:32

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Inside a small, stuffy cave in Batangas, researchers found a species of spider that has never been recorded in the Philippines before—a discovery with potential impacts on environmental policy and local tourism. This episode is an audio adaptation of the following article: https://www.flipscience.ph/plants-and-animals/recluse-spiders-taxonomy/ Epis…

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156: [Pertussis] Pertussis O “Whooping Cough”: Panibagong COVID Nga Ba? (with Dr. Chenery Ann Lim) 26:50

1y ago26:50

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Dr. Chenery Ann Lim of Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders talks about what pertussis or "whooping cough" is, why pertussis is dangerous, who is most at risk of contracting pertussis, how to mitigate the spread of pertussis, attitudes toward infectious disease prevention, and more. To learn mo…

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155: [Methanol Poisoning] Ano Ang “Gin Bulag,” At Bakit Ito Delikado? (with Dr. Chenery Ann Lim) 31:52

1y ago31:52

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Dr. Chenery Ann Lim of Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders talks about the basics of methanol poisoning, the origin of the term "gin bulag," how Philippine media practitioners talk about methanol poisoning, the difference between methanol poisoning and excessive alcohol consumption, what to do…

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154: [Pinoy Space Science] Bakit Manghang Mangha Tayo Sa Space? (with Jo Brianne Briones) 44:56

1y ago44:56

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, science communicator Jo Brianne Briones talks about why we are so fascinated with space, how it feels to work at the Philippine Space Agency, the many ways space science benefits the public, how science cultivates geeky interests (and vice versa), and more. This episode was made possible by the British Cou…

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153: [Environmental Awareness] May Naitutulong Ba Talaga Ang Earth Hour? (with Genea Nichole Cortez) 44:06

1y ago44:06

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Genea Nichole Cortez of Mangrove Matters PH talks about mangrove conservation, the problem of "wrong" mangrove planting, Earth Hour and other similar awareness campaigns, using art to spread environmental awareness, and more. Links: Neymatophores on INPRNT: https://www.inprnt.com/gallery/neymatophores/ Ney…

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152: [Tuberculosis Awareness & Treatment] Bakit Tayo Nahihiyang Pag-Usapan Ang TB? (with Dr. Trisha Angelie Thadhani) 39:24

1y ago39:24

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, Dr. Trisha Angelie Thadhani of Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders talks about tuberculosis in the Philippines, why TB is still a taboo topic for some, the issue of bedaquiline and how it affects TB treatment in the Philippines, current strategies for TB awareness and treatment, why World TB D…

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151: [Analog Space Missions] Ano Ang Ginagawa Ng Isang Analog Astronaut? (with Kristine Jane Atienza) 44:15

1y ago44:15

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In this episode of the Ask Theory podcast, licensed nutritionist-dietitian and space enthusiast Kristine Jane Atienza talks about the field of space nutrition, becoming the first Filipina analog astronaut, the importance of analog space missions, what can the government and the public can do to better support women in STEM, and more. This episode w…

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150: [Medical Anthropology] Ano Ang Medical Anthropology, At Bakit Ito Mahalaga? (with Jackielyn Abela) 35:00

1+ y ago35:00

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Jackielyn Abela is a full-time faculty member of the Social Science Department of Palawan State University. She is a graduate of BA Social Science major in Social Anthropology from the University of the Philippines Baguio. Currently, she is the assistant director of the Palawan Studies Center and the head of secretariat for the PSU Research Ethics …

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149: [Science & Law] Paano Nagtutulungan Ang Siyensya At Batas Upang Bantayan Ang Kalikasan? (with Dr. Emmanuelle Angeles, Atty. Jay Mark Balbosa, and Dr. Carah Lyn Lo) 56:13

1+ y ago56:13

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Dr. Emmanuelle Angeles finished his Doctor of Medicine degree at the West Visayas State University, Iloilo City and finished his Bachelor’s degree in Biology at the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila. Atty. Jay Mark Balbosa earned his Juris Doctor degree from Andres Bonifacio College, Dipolog City and his bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science fr…

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148: [Biodiversity and Human Health] Ano Ang Koneksyon Ng Kalusugang Pantao Sa Kalikasan? (with Von Carlo Dela Torre) 30:22

1+ y ago30:22

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Von Carlo Dela Torre finished his BS and MS Biology at the Mindanao State University-Iligan Institute of Technology. His research interests include Wildlife Biodiversity and Ecology, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, and One Health. We talked about the relationship between human health and biodiversity and ecology, mitigating the emergence of…

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147: [Infectious Diseases of Poverty] Kasalanan Nga Ba Ng Mahihirap Kung Bakit Sila Nagkakasakit? (with Carlo Lumangaya) 31:34

1+ y ago31:34

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Carlo Lumangaya attained a degree in Public Health at the University of the Philippines Manila. He has had a diverse work experience with grassroots work at local levels, technical roles at the subnational and national levels, and development work at the international level. He has also been involved in the management and implementation of projects…

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146: [Gravitational Physics & Cosmology] Ano Ang Pinag-Aaralan Ng Mga Cosmologist? (with Dr. Reginald Bernardo) 48:04

1+ y ago48:04

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Dr. Reginald Bernardo is a gravitational physicist and cosmologist. He studied at the National Institute of Physics, University of the Philippines where he received his BS and MS degrees. A member of the NIP Gravity Group, he was awarded his doctoral degree in 2020. He worked as an Instructor and Assistant Professor at the University of the Philipp…

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145: [Sustainable Leadership & Agritourism] Sustainable Development Goals: Kaya Ba Nating Abutin? (with Ryan John Pascual) 25:17

1+ y ago25:17

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Ryan John Pascual completed his master's degree in Aquaculture at Ghent University. He is currently pursuing a Master's degree on Sustainable Leadership and Governance at De La Salle University Dasmariñas while working as a Project Technical Specialist on Special Concerns at the National Academy of Science and Technology. We talked about sustainabl…

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144: [Sustainable Mobility] Biker-Friendly At Commuter-Friendly Ba Ang Pilipinas? (with Keisha Mayuga) 41:22

1+ y ago41:22

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Keisha Mayuga is a sustainable mobility professional with 6 years of experience in the field, tackling different topics such as cycling, building community spaces, and mobility justice. She is the founder of Life Cycles PH, an initiative in the pandemic that helped 1500 essential workers get home on bicycles, and is a member of mobility groups such…

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143: [Commercializing Biology] Siyensya At Kapitalismo: Paano Ba Pinagsasama? (with Dr. Leodevico Ilag) 58:08

1+ y ago58:08

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Dr. Leodevico Ilag obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology at the University of the Philippines Los Baños. He then pursued his Ph.D. in Microbiology and Immunology at the University of Tennessee Center for the Health Sciences in the United States of America. Thereafter, he served as a post-doctoral research fellow at the Purdue University in the …

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142: [AUDIO ESSAY] Are These Objects Truly Pinoy Inventions? 16:58

1+ y ago16:58

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In terms of innovativeness, ingenuity, and sheer resourcefulness, Filipinos can easily give everyone else in the world a run for their money. But in our rush to proclaim our #PinoyPride to the rest of the world, do we end up claiming credit for things that Filipinos didn't actually invent?

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141: [Proteomics] Mga Sikreto Ng Katawan: Sa Proteins Ba Malalaman? (with Dr. Neil Andrew Bascos) 40:49

1+ y ago40:49

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Dr. Neil Andrew Bascos is a Protein Structural Biologist from the National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology. He also serves as Program Director for the Protein, Proteomics and Metabolomic Facility of the Philippine Genome Center. His research involves investigations of the effect of structural forms on the functions of medically rel…

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140: [AUDIO ESSAY] Can The World's Biggest And Weirdest Flower Be Saved? 19:08

1+ y ago19:08

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The entire Rafflesia genus is an enormous enigma, in more ways than one. Information about it is oddly scarce, which is unfortunate considering its threatened status. But what would really happen if we were to lose this one-of-a-kind flower -- and what are Filipino scientists doing to save it? FULL TRANSCRIPT: https://www.flipscience.ph/podcast/ask…

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139: [FlipScience x Reporting Asean] How Should Pinoys Talk About Typhoons To Save More Lives? (with Dr. Gerry Bagtasa and Dr. BA Racoma) 43:14

1+ y ago43:14

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This episode of Ask Theory was made possible through a collaboration with Reporting Asean as part of its Sustainability Series. In this special episode, FlipScience EIC and Ask Theory host Mikael Angelo Francisco spoke to Dr. Gerry Bagtasa, a professor at the Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology (IESM) at the University of the Philipp…

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138: [One Health] Ano Ba Ang Ibig Sabihin Ng "One Health"? (with Next Generation One Health Philippines) 49:20

1+ y ago49:20

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This episode of Ask Theory was made in partnership with Next Generation One Health Philippines (NGOHP). For more information, visit: https://nextgenonehealthph.com/about Dr. Gail Co is a licensed physician with a Masters in Business Administration, with an interest in sustainability and global health. She is currently involved in projects intersect…

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137: [Entomology] Paano Ba Maging Isang Entomologist? (with Jose Emmanuel De Luna) 37:34

2y ago37:34

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Jose Emmanuel De Luna is a licensed agriculturist and has a master’s degree in Entomology (Insecticide Toxicology) from the University of the Philippines Los Baños. He is an Assistant Professor 3 at the university’s Institute of Weed Science, Entomology and Plant Pathology under the College of Agriculture and Food Science. As an entomologist, he is…

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136: [Universal Health Care] Bakit Mahalaga Ang Universal Health Care? (with Jayvee Moltio) 46:53

2y ago46:53

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Jayvee Moltio is a nurse who currently works as a public health practitioner specializing in health promotion and communication in a government hospital. He is pursuing a PhD in Indigenous Studies, focusing on Medical Anthropology, at the University of the Philippines Baguio. He has received prestigious awards, including the Presidential Lingkod Ba…

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135: [AUDIO ESSAY] Workaholism: Success Indicator Or Silent Killer? 15:09

2y ago15:09

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Trigger warning: This audio essay contains mentions of suicide and mental health issues. Do you consider yourself a workaholic? You might want to take a moment to rethink that. There is a difference between working hard and being addicted to work — and confusing the latter for the former can have lethal results. FULL TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google…

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134: [Wildlife Studies] Paano Ginagamit Ang "Camera Trapping" Sa Wildlife Conservation? (with Al John Cabanas) 33:32

2y ago33:32

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Al John “AJ” Cabanas is a college instructor and a former radio DJ. He took up MS Wildlife Studies minor in Animal Science at the University of the Philippines Los Baños. His research interests include camera trapping and human-wildlife interaction. He is working on a project which mainly involves studying the ecology of Philippine endemic wild pig…

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133: [AUDIO ESSAY] When Does A Species Become Invasive - And Why Is This A Problem? 14:42

2y ago14:42

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Any plant or animal species brought into a completely unfamiliar environment via human intervention, whether intentionally or accidentally, is considered nonnative. Things start turning ugly, though, when a nonnative species turns invasive. FULL TRANSCRIPT: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Fv2aiX2TcliUvWBjs5vy35SW_4jWHTzmnWEtPihgt-8/edit?usp=sha…

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132: [Energy Management & Analytics] Paano Ginagamit Ang AI Sa Paglutas Sa Climate Crisis? (with Dr. Erees Queen Macabebe) 50:16

2y ago50:16

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Dr. Erees Queen "Reese" Macabebe is an Associate Professor and the Chair of the Department of Electronics, Computer, and Communications Engineering at the Ateneo de Manila University. She heads the Ateneo Energy Research Lab. Her research interests include Renewable Energy with expertise in Photovoltaics, Energy Management and Analytics. In 2020, s…

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131: [STEM Mentorship] Paano Ba Maging STEM Mentor? (with Alyssa Marie Gimenez) 30:12

2y ago30:12

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Alyssa Marie Gimenez is a doctoral student studying Cell and Molecular Biology at the University of California, Berkeley pursuing a career in scientific research and academia. Her career interests focus on bridging global public health disparity research with cellular/molecular biology to advance health equity, literacy, and academic opportunity in…

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130: [Ecology & Evolutionary Biology] Ano Ang Slime Molds, At Bakit Sila Dapat Pag-Aralan? (with Dr. Nikki Heherson Dagamac) 39:45

2y ago39:45

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Dr. Nikki Heherson Dagamac is a long-term Balik-Scientist at the Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science at the University of Santo Tomas. He translated his expertise in the fields of basic and applied ecology, evolution, and genetics in the development of the course plans of various technical courses in the Biology program. His knowl…

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129: [STEM Mentorship] Bakit Importante Ang Mentors Sa Buhay Ng STEM Students? (with Juan Salvador Dantis) 50:25

2y ago50:25

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Juan Salvador "Duno" Dantis is a chemical biologist taking his PhD studies at UC Irvine, and is the Co-Director of Events and Communications at GradMAP Philippines. His research under the Darci Trader lab involves elucidating the mechanisms by which proteasome activity modulates neurodegeneration and how this can be leveraged as a novel therapeutic…

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128: [Enviromental Science] Bakit Mahalaga Ang Malusog Na Lupa? (with Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores) 52:18

2y ago52:18

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Dr. Jabez Joshua Flores is an Environmental and GIS Specialist with a doctorate degree in Environmental Science from the University of the Philippines Los Baños. He has also taken intensive landscape ecology courses at the International Association for Landscape Ecology in Italy. We talked about permaculture and health, unconventional paths to scie…

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127: [Political Science] Science Ba Talaga Ang Political Science? (with Dr. Aries Arugay) 52:42

2y ago52:42

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Dr. Aries Arugay is the Professor and Chair of the Department of Political Science of the University of the Philippines Diliman. He is also the Editor-in-Chief of Asian Politics & Policy, an international Scopus-indexed journal on regional affairs. In 2020, he was the sole social scientist to receive the Outstanding Young Scientist Award from the N…

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126: [Disaster Risk & Resilience] Paano Ginagamit Ang Teknolohiya Para Sa Disaster Resilience? (with Dr. Francis Aldrine Uy) 47:48

2y ago47:48

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Dr. Francis Aldrine Uy has been the Dean of the School of Civil, Environmental and Geological Engineering at Mapua University, Manila for 15 years. He is the founder of USHER (Universal Structural Health Evaluation and Recording System) Technologies Inc., specializing in applying technological measures that can assess the health and safety of build…

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125: [Environmental Engineering] Mas Malinis Na Tubig At Hangin Sa Pilipinas: Posible Ba? (with Dr. Susan Gallardo) 46:41

2y ago46:41

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Dr. Susan Gallardo is a retired professor of Chemical Engineering at De La Salle University (DLSU). In 2019, she received the David M. Consunji Award for Engineering Research for her work in environmental engineering and catalysis, as well as industrial and hazardous waste treatment and management. She is actively involved in community service and …

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124: [Youth in Environment Conservation] Ano Ang Magagawa Ng Kabataan Para Sa Kalikasan? (with Deign Frolley Soriano) 57:36

2y ago57:36

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Deign Frolley Soriano is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biology, University of the Philippines Baguio. He has been part of several research projects including biodiversity assessments in urban forests, island ecosystems, and aquatic ecosystems across Northern Luzon and the Cordillera Administrative Region. He actively engages with vari…

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123: [Galactic Archaeology] Bakit Ang Hilig Nating Tumingala Sa Mga Bituin? (with Dr. Andreia Carrillo) 49:54

2y ago49:54

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Dr. Andreia Carrillo is a postdoctoral research associate at the Institute for Computational Cosmology at Durham University, where she works as a galactic archaeologist. She studies the formation of our own Galaxy, the Milky Way, using data from real stars and from simulated universes. We talked about what a galactic archaeologist does, what makes …

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122: [Industrial & Academic Research] May Silbi Lang Ba Ang Research Kapag May Produkto Ito? (with Dr. Luis Razon) 45:21

2y ago45:21

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Dr. Luis Razon is an adjunct professor of the Department of Chemical Engineering of De La Salle University. He worked in the food industry from 1987 to 2001, after which he returned to DLSU. There, he also served as the Director of the University Research Coordination Office (URCO). In addition, he has been an RD Lead of the National Research Counc…

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121: [AUDIO ESSAY] Can We Really Bring Extinct Species Back To Life? 13:29

2y ago13:29

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The discovery of well-preserved mammoth remains across Europe has made genetic material from the behemoth more accessible. Paired with continued advancements in gene-editing technology, it’s becoming increasingly possible for the prehistoric creatures to make a comeback. Indeed, the question of species de-extinction, also known as resurrection biol…

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120: [Mathematical Research] Mahirap Ba Talaga Ang Math? (with Dr. Renier Mendoza) 46:10

2y ago46:10

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Dr. Renier Mendoza is an Associate Professor of Applied Mathematics at the Institute of Mathematics, University of the Philippines Diliman, where he earned his MS in Applied Mathematics. He holds a doctorate from the Karl-Franzens University of Graz in Austria, and recently completed postdoctoral work at Konkuk University in Seoul, South Korea. His…

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119: [AUDIO ESSAY] Why Was The Ozone Disco Fire So Deadly? 20:13

2y ago20:13

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More than a quarter-century has passed since the Ozone Disco fire, an incident that left a lasting scar on the history of the Philippines. In the years to come, it will undoubtedly continue to remind us of the very real dangers of fire. But what were the factors that made this tragedy one of the deadliest nightclub fires in the world?…

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118: [Process Systems Engineering] Paano Ginagamit Ang Math Sa Pagharap Sa Climate Crisis? (with Dr. Kathleen Aviso) 54:19

2y ago54:19

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Dr. Kathleen Aviso is a University Fellow and a Professor of the Department of Chemical Engineering at De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines. She is also the current Dean of the Gokongwei College of Engineering of the university. Her main research interest is the development of decision support tools for environmental decision-making. We talk…

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117: [Sustainable Solutions] Paano Pinangangalagaan Ng Siyensya Ang Ating Mga Likas-Yaman? (with Dr. Chona VinceCruz-Abeledo) 54:24

2y ago54:24

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Dr. Chona VinceCruz-Abeledo is a scientist, teacher, and science communicator from the Philippines. She leads a team of brilliant researchers who develop innovations that help fishers and farmers produce more with less, and the technologies they create are at the nexus of molecular biology, genetics, ecology, big data, machine learning, and informa…

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116: [AUDIO ESSAY] How Did These Filipina Scientists Impact Society? 24:28

2y ago24:28

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Celebrating how far women have come plays a crucial role in fueling the ongoing quest to reject and resist gender inequality in all forms, especially in the field of science in the Philippines. And there are few better ways to honor and celebrate Pinays in STEM than by learning about some of the greatest scientists in Philippine history. This episo…

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115: [AUDIO ESSAY] Bakit Kailangan Ng Mas Maraming Babaeng Scientist Sa Pilipinas? 15:17

2y ago15:17

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Magmula noon hanggang ngayon, malaki ang papel na ginagampanan ng mga babaeng scientist sa patuloy na pag-unlad ng Pilipinas at ng mga mamamayan nito. Kilalanin ang ilan sa mga Pinay scientist ng nakaraan at kasalukuyan, at alamin kung bakit kailangan ng mas maraming babaeng scientist sa Pilipinas para sa mas magandang kinabukasan ng bayan. This ep…

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114: [AUDIO ESSAY] The Manilla Spaniel: A "Lost" Philippine Dog Breed? 16:58

2y ago16:58

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With its long, wavy coat of mostly white fur, lustrous eyes, drooping ears, and jet-black nose, the Manilla Spaniel is - was - as magnificent as it is mysterious. But what happened to this "lost breed" of Philippine dog? How did a dog that enjoyed massive popularity over a century ago just vanish without a trace? And was it really a legitimate, uni…

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113: [AUDIO ESSAY] Kaliwa Dam: Tagapagdaloy Ng Ginhawa O Pinsala? 19:11

2y ago19:11

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Ang Kaliwa Dam ay bahagi ng tinatawag na New Centennial Water Source Program na naglalayong solusyonan ang kakulangan ng tubig sa Metro Manila. Naging matunog ang pangalan ng proyektong ito sa mga nakaraang taon, bunsod ng lumalalang krisis sa tubig sa Metro Manila. Pero bakit nga ba mariing tinututulan ng iba’t ibang grupo ang Kaliwa Dam? Posible …

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