PSHS-CLC WINS AWARDS IN THE 26TH PHILIPPINE BIODIVERSITY SYMPOSIUM
Grade 12 students from Philippine Science High School - Central Luzon Campus bagged various awards during the 26th Philippine Biodiversity Symposium held at the Ateneo de Manila University in Katipunan, Quezon City last July 18-21, 2017. It was their first time to join said event.
Forty-eight (48) researches under the high school, undergraduate, and regular categories were selected as finalists for the poster presentation and thirty-seven (37) studies were selected for the oral presentation. An initial screening was conducted to make sure these adhered to the theme "New and Emerging Trends in Biodiversity Research and Conservation".
Kamp Bakawan, consisting of Gabrielle S. Long, Gabrielle Pauline De Guzman, and Victoria Aubrey C. Manalo as the presenting author, won second place for Best High School Oral Presentation for the paper entitled “Change Detection of Mangrove Coverage in Masinloc and Palauig, Zambales from 1995, 2005, and 2015 using Remotely-Sensed Imagery". Karizz Anne L. Morante was their research adviser.
Nicolas Czar Antonio won second place for Best High School Poster Presentation for the paper entitled “Ethnobotanical Study of the Medicinal Plants used by the Magbukun Ayta Negrito Indigenous Group in Sitio Kanawan, Morong, Bataan”. His research adviser was Reneir John Tuason.
This annual conference provides a broad platform for the discussion of issues related to biodiversity in the Philippines and in other countries as well. Moreover, the conference promotes debate and identifies directions on how conservation and restoration ecology as a distinct field can be established and consolidated in the country.
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PSHS-CLC SCHOLAR PRESENTS IN THE 2ND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON CORDILLERA STUDIES
Nicolas Czar B. Antonio, a grade 12 student of the Philippine Science High School - Central Luzon Campus, presented his research during the 2nd International Conference on Cordillera Studies held at the CAP-John Hay Trade and Cultural Center in Baguio City last July 12-14, 2017.
Among more than 400 delegates composed of scholars, educators, artists, media practitioners, policy makers, activists, government officials and other groups, Antonio was the youngest and the only high school student.
His paper was entitled “Ethnobotanical Study of the Medicinal Plants used by the Magbukun Ayta Negrito Indigenous Group in Sitio Kanawan, Morong, Bataan”. Reneir John Tuason was the research adviser.
University of the Philippines Baguio, through its Cordillera Studies Center, organized the first conference last February 2008 with the main objective of discussing different approaches and issues that concern the indigenous groups of Cordillera in Northern Luzon. This year, the conference provided a wider perspective of understanding the indigenous societies in the Philippines and elsewhere.
With this year's theme "Indigenous Studies in the Philippines: Issues and Prospects", the conference aimed to promote initiatives to preserve indigenous scientific knowledge, history, spirituality, rituals, culture, heritage, literature, visual arts, language, health, lifestyle, gender issues, education, and political and economic systems.
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Perking University Experienced Pisay
In pursuit of building and strengthening international linkages, Philippine Science High School-Central Luzon Campus (PSHS-CLC) welcomed graduate students from Perking University, Beijing, China together with guests from the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA), and the University of the Philippines, Diliman on July 18, 2017.
The graduate students were warmly accommodated in PSHS-CLC for their study tour which was one of the main purposes of their ten-day stay in the Philippines from July 15-25, 2017. The highlights of their visit in the campus were their remarkable and at the same time enjoyable experiences with the Chemistry and Life Sciences Unit faculty and with the Fabrication Laboratory leaders.
They were presented with and engaged in a science experiment activity in their visit in the school’s science laboratories. With the help of the faculty members from the Chemistry and Life Sciences Unit, they were able to tour around and try some of the equipment. They were welcomed with a fun activity that was also being introduced to the Grade 10 students of PSHS-CLC. The activity was used as an introduction electrophoresis technique using a fictional forensic investigation case. The activity used food colors, agar, buffers, and electrophoresis set-up that made it amusing and at the same time safe. It was also a way to appreciate the role of science in our society. The visitors were happy to be able to see that PSHS-CLC could introduce science techniques in a pleasurable and interesting way.
Another engaging part of the students’ tour was their fun experience in the PSHS-CLC Fabrication Laboratory where the school produces 3D outputs using different materials like wood, acrylic, etc. The visitors were introduced to various laser-cut and laser-engraved products as well as 3D-printed outputs made using the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) – a computer-controlled high precision tool which produces more precise products as compared with manual machining.
Overall, the guests had a very good experience in their study tour in PSHS-CLC as they experienced enjoyable learning activities in the field of Science and Technology which not only showcased the school’s advanced educational trainings and facilities but also inspired the Perking University graduate students to bring with them a significant memory to be gladly shared when they come home.
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PSHS – CLC Student Bags Chemistry Award in Thailand
The 49th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) took place last July 6 to July 15, 2017 at the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology in Mahidol University, Nakhon Prathom, Thailand. Four students represented the Philippines, and among them was Charles Bartolo from Philippine Science High School – Central Luzon Campus (PSHS – CLC). Bartolo gave honor not only to his school but also to his country when he won a bronze medal in the said event.
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PSHS – CLC Students Participate in 10th IRS
Selected students from the Philippine Science High School – Central Luzon Campus traveled to Chapayevo, Yakutia, Russia to participate in the 10th International Research School (IRS). The event was spearheaded by MILSET Vostok (Mouvement International pour le Loisir Scientifique et Technique or International Movement for Leisure Activities in Science and Technology) and Sakha Junior Science Academy. The event started on June 25th and concluded on July 5th.
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PSHS – CLC Students Win Award at PNCO
Last April 22, 2017, Charles Bartolo and Janine Juachon, students from Philippine Science High School – Central Luzon Campus (PSHS-CLC), participated in the 16th Philippine National Chemistry Olympiad (PNCO) held at Bulwagang Tandang Sora, UP Diliman, Quezon City. The affair was organized by the Kapisanang Kimika ng Pilipinas (KKP), Philippine Association of Chemistry Teachers (PACT), Philippine Federation of Chemistry Societies, Inc. (PFCS), Batang Sayantist Club, Inc., and UP Chemical Society. The participating students became finalists and eventually placed 2nd Runner Up.
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PSHS Students Conquer IPhO
The International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) Elimination was held last May 27, 2017 at the National Institute of Physics, in UP Diliman. Dr. Jose Perrico Esguerra from the National Institute of Physics served as the head trainer and coach for the competition. Charles Bartolo from Philippine Science High School – Central Luzon Campus (PSHS – CLC) was declared as 2nd Runner Up while Israel Aguba and Arthur Reiner De Belen, both from Philippine Science High School – Main Campus (PSHS – MC), were 1st Runner Up and Champion respectively.
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Research Fair 2017
The Research Fair 2017 is a two-day culminating event for all research classes for the school year 2016-2017 in PSHS –CLC with the theme “Empowering the Youth through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Research.” This showcased the accomplished researches of Grades 10 and 11 students. The researches were clustered into three (3) categories: 1.) Biological Researches, 2) Chemistry-related Researches, and 3) Computational Researches including Physics, Fabrication Technology, and Computer Science. The activity started with the opening of the poster gallery of the researches of Grade 11 students in the multipurpose hall of PSHS CLC. With the help of seven (7) invited research experts (two to three for each cluster) from various universities and institutions, five (5) researches per cluster were selected and proceeded to present their oral presentation in front of their cluster judges. Each cluster then selected the two (2) best researches that presented their researches in front of the all the seven (7) invited research experts and the whole PSHS CLC community at the Fontana Convention Center on the second day of the event. The Grades 10 and 11 scholars also opened their research poster gallery in the lobby of the convention center. At the end of the event, several awards were given to notable projects including Best Research 2017, Best Oral Presenter, Best Poster for Grade 11 students. For Grade 10 students, the Most Promising Research and Best Poster Awards were given. With the positive remark from all the participants and invited experts, the activity was a success and would definitely be a benchmark for the succeeding research fairs of the school.
Figure 1. Day 1 of the Research Fair; Poster Presentations (A-B) and the Grade 11 Participants of the Research Fair(C)
Figure 2. Day 2 of the Research Fair; Oral Presentation of selected researches(A) and Research Poster Exhibit (B)
Figure 4. Mr. Nicholas Czar Antonio was awarded for having The Best Research 2017 (A)while Ms. Abigail Ablang as the Best Oral Presenter (B).
Figure 5. Grade 11 finalists and awardees of the Research Fair 2017
Figure 6. Awardees for the Grade 10 researches
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PSHS CLC Team GRASP Chosen as one of the recipients of the Young Innovators Program
The DOST -PCIEERD on its 7th Anniversary unveiled the Young Innovators Program (YIP) which gave recognition to the youngest promising researchers with the awarding of research grants.
The Young Innovators Program (YIP) provides financial assistance to promising researchers as young as high school students to inspire and motivate them to undertake scientific researches to advance new and innovative ideas.
The awarding took place last June 29, 2017 at the Philippine International Convention Center(PICC), Pasay, Manila. The YIP awarding is one of the highlights of DOST PCIEERD’s 7th Year celebration and this year’s theme was “PCIEERD, The Innovation Council: Shifting Gears, Driving Change, Transforming Lives.”
Seven (7) out of ninety-seven (97) proposals for the said program were selected and The PSHS CLC Team GRASP (Guided Robotic Arm for Special Purpose) was chosen. The team composed of Francis Rey G. Tolentino as the Team Leader, with members namely Kenneth L. Suarez, Nyle Aldrin S. Maliwat under the supervision of Mr. Joel T. Bautista.
From Left to Right: Engr. Ermie M. Bacarra, Mr. Joel T. Bautista, PSHSS ED Lilia T. Habacon, DOST Sec. Fortunato Dela Pena, Nyle Aldrin Maliwat, Kenneth Suarez, Francis Rey G. Tolentino, DOST PCIEERD ED Dr. Carlos P. David
Photo Credits: DOST PCIEERD Facebook Page
Other teams that were awarded came from schools all over the country specifically the University of the Philippines (UP), Mapua Senior Science High School, Colegio de Dagupan, and St. Cecilia’s College-Cebu.
Seven teams from different institutions were recognized as recipients of the Young Innovators Program, one of DOST-PCIEERD’s new programs.
The chosen research of PSHS CLC Team GRASP was even featured at the Pinoy Science social media campaign of DOST PCIEERD. To watch the video presentation, please click here.
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Big Cheer for a New School Year
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