The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Core-to-Core Program Symposium "Mosquito-borne Disease Control from Ecological Approaches" was held at the View Park Hotel Tagaytay (City of Tagaytay, Philippines) from November 30 to December 2, 2023. This symposium aims to strengthen the partnership and information exchange among participants from Japan, the Philippines, Bangladesh, and Indonesia. The symposium and research collaboration meeting focused on different areas of vector control and the status of mosquito-borne diseases in the participating countries. The event was hosted by the Ehime University (Japan) and organized by De La Salle University (Philippines). Aside from the on-site event, the symposium was also offered online, and was attended by students from De La Salle University.
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Three batches of students conducted their internship program at the EU-DLSU ICRL. The 1-month internship program allowed students to practice and hone their skills in Molecular Biology. Dr. Thaddeus Carvajal along with Ms. Marynold Purificacion and Ms. Frances Paula Miaral supervised and mentored student interns for their respective projects. The internship ran from May - July 2023. Faculty and research staff of the De La Salle University Laguna Campus visited the Center for Marine Environmental Studies (CMES), Ehime University with the goal of strengthening their collaboration. A meeting was also conducted with four (4) CMES full professors, wherein they discussed how each research center can contribute mutually. Moreover, the Annual International Research Colloquium between Ehime University (EU) and De La Salle University (DLSU) with the theme “Usable Science Resulting in Impact” was also held at the Media Hall, Ehime University. This was organized by the EU-DLSU International Collaborative Research Laboratory (ICRL) and sponsored by the Leading Academia in Marine and Environment Pollution Research (LaMer). The symposium aims to convene professors, researchers and PhD students of the two universities. Tripartite MOU signing of DLSU, Ehime University, and Laguna Lake Development Authority in fostering and strengthening its research collaboration towards establishing an ecological and health risk control platform in Laguna De Bay was held last June 28, 2022 at De La Salle University - Manila. The numerous restrictions brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic led to the adoption of alternative ways for many industries and sectors worldwide to survive. The scientific community is not exempted from this. Researchers and scientists worldwide struggled to manage and thrive in this so-called “new normal” set-up to deliver high-impact results and products that could help solve significant modern global problems. To celebrate their feat, selected scientists from Ehime University (EU) and De La Salle University (DLSU) presented their researches in the 2nd international webinar last November 29, 2021, with the theme, “Usable Science Resulting in Impact Series II.” This event was co-presented by the Center for Natural Science and Environmental Research (CENSER) and the Leading Academia in Marine and Environment Pollution Research (LaMer). There were roughly 180 participants from both universities and other Philippine institutions who registered and participated in the event. The webinar was welcomed and opened by Dr. Divina M. Amalin, Director of the Center for Natural Science and Environmental Research (CENSER-DLSU). This was followed by the virtual signing and launching of the EU-DLSU International Collaborative Research Laboratory, facilitated by Dr. NISHINA Hiroshige, President of Ehime University and Bro. Bernard Oca, FSC, President of De La Salle University. The keynote speaker for this event was Dr. Raymond R. Tan, Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation of DLSU. As a chemical engineer and top climate researcher, his talk focused on engineering models for carbon drawdown concerning enhanced weathering. His presentation drew interest and catalyzed conversations from participants of both universities. Speakers from both universities joined and shared their expertise on this one-day event, showcasing what both universities can offer in research and development, resulting in impact. The morning sessionwas started with Dr. Koichi Kamiya (EU) with his presentation on the phylogeographic diversity of the Southeast Asian tropical rainforest trees. This was followed by Dr. ZebaAlam’s (DLSU) talk on strategies to monitor and mitigate the effects of E-waste in the Philippines. The morning session was concluded by Dr. Ming-Chih Chiu’s (EU) research presentation on environmental DNA in modeling interactive riverine communities. The afternoon session commenced with Dr. Michael Angelo B. Promentilla’s (DLSU) thought-provoking talk about nutrient cycling toward a circular green bioeconomy. This was followed by Dr. Angelyn R. Lao’s (DLSU) presentation on Graph Theoretical Analysis of Ecological Systems. Following this, Dr. Yumiko Obayashi (EU) discussed how microbes affect the biogeochemical cycles in marine ecosystems. Dr. Dan Jeric A. Rustia (DLSU) presented a new approach to integrated pest management using an intelligent monitoring system. Lastly, Dr. Miina Yanagihara (EU) talked about her research on the utilization of bioassay for protecting benthic organisms in the water environment. This second webinar series of Ehime University (EU) and De La Salle University (DLSU) proved that exchanging ideas and providing an intellectually stimulating cyberspace for experts and audience to have an open conversation is undeterred by the limitations brought about by the pandemic. The webinar ended with high praises and anticipation for more from the audience, stating reviews such as: "The webinar is very informative. I can apply this for future research and can be a stepping stone in choosing my undergraduate thesis." "I am amazed by how ecological studies are now being dealt with. In particular the ecological relationships among species supported by mental models." "The overall presentation is thorough and well organized. This webinar talks about the use of genomics in agriculture. Also, this webinar provides information to understand science and optimize which contributes to the ecosystem and for the benefit of everyone." “It was a great webinar. Very thankful to have attended. Hoping to be part again in the next webinar series.” The webinar concluded with remarks from Dr. Hisato Iwata, Head of Leading Academia in Marine and Environment Pollution Research (LaMer). He talked about the importance of the continued collaboration of researchers and scientists during this difficult time. He also emphasized his gratitude to the presenters for sharing their expertise and dedication in honing their skills in their chosen fields of interest. Indeed, the audience was all inspired and enjoined not just to survive but thrive in this “new normal” set-up. This holds to the proverb, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” Greetings!
Last June 25 and 26, Two ICRL Project Staff Members were awarded as "Flash Talk Competition Winners" during the GARD Global Confrerence.
Ms Sharin Albacete won 1st place in Category 1: Convergence - Sustainable Health, Other Cross-Cutting Topics while Ms Leslie Ormenita won 2nd place in Category 2: Food Safety and Security. Congratulations to our ICRL Project Staff Members Organized by Michigan State University (US), De La Salle University and the University of the Philippines - Los Banos, we are inviting you to participate in the global conference of the Global Alliance of Rapid Diagnostics (GARD) with a theme: Bridging Innovative Technologies and Market Needs on June 25-26, 2021. The Global conference will consist of several symposia from different parts of the world namely: (a) East- Southeast Asia (b) South Asia (c) US and Latin America and (d) Africa. The conference allows scientists worldwide to connect, network and share their ideas and best practices.
Registration to this event is FREE. You may register using the link below: http://bit.ly/gard2021 Attached herewith is the overall Global Conference schedule and the invited speakers for East and Southeast Asia Symposia. Dr. Thaddeus Carvajal is a former JSPS Research Fellow & MEXT Scholar in Ehime University and has currently joined De La Salle University as a Balik Scientist Fellow from the Philippine Council Health & Research Development (PCHRD). Dr. Carvajal is tasked to assist in the projects of Dr. Divina Amalin in relation to Vector Biology, Ecology and Control. Dr. Carvajal will also help in facilitating the set-up and operations of the International Collaborative Research Laboratory of Ehime University and De La Salle University located in its Laguna Campus. Call of Applications for An Assistant Professor (non-tenured) at Molecular Ecology and Health lab at Ehime University, Japan (Application deadline: 12 April, 2021). Please click the link below for more information:
https://sites.google.com/a/kw-laboratory.com/main/for-students-postdoc/assitpro-20210301 |