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Dr. Carmelita Belda baillie is recognized of her significant contributions in the field of mariculture, specifically on basic research on the breeding, growth, development and nutrition of marine bivalves, particularly scallops and giant clams. Her studies have been aimed at enhancing the yield of renewable natural marine resources to meet the needs of the increasing population in the Third World. Her successful and sustained mariculture of the giant clam has included the management of the nutritional requirements of its algal symbionts. Practical application and ecological impact are linked in her research activities.
Sex: Female
Education:
- UPD, Quezon City, BS Biology, 1985
- UPD, Quezon City, MS Marine Science, 1990
- James Cook University, Australia, Ph.D. Zoology, 1995
Field of Specialization:
Zoology, Marine Science, Zooxanthellate-Marine Invertebrate Symbioses, Bivalve Culture and Ecophysiology
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Dr. Luz Oliveros-Belardo spent five decades of her life studying the chemistry of natural products and essential oils from Philippine plants. She has extracted 33 new Philippine essential oils and studied their chemical and physical properties. Results of her work found application in the creation of new flavors and in herbal medication. Her consistent work on phytochemical research brought her honors and 32 awards among which are: The Lunsford-Richardson Award in Pharmacy, USA, 1956; Philippine Pharmaceutical Association Outstanding Pharmacist Award, 1963; Federation International de Abogadas Award, 1979; Waseda University Plaque of Recognition, Japan, 1981; Professional Regulation Commission Award in Pharmacy, 1983; National Research Council of the Philippines Award in Phytochemistry, 1984; Distinguished Leadership Award in Chemistry, USA, 1985; El Consejo Cultural Mundial Award, Mexico, 1988. She counts with 7 in biographical listing. She was a member of many learned societies here and abroad.
Sex: Female
Education:
- Stanford University, California,USA, Visiting Scientist, 1966
- University of Manchester, England, England, Visiting Scientist, 1965
- The University of Connecticut, USA, Ph.D. in Pharmacy, 1957
- University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, M.S. Pharmaceutical Chemistry, 1933
- University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, B.S. Pharmacy, 1929
- Philippine Women's University, Manila, Doctor of Science, (honoris causa), 1970
- Texas Southern University, Houston, Texas,USA, Chemistry, 1967-1969
- University of Rochester, N.Y.USA, Visiting Resarch Professor in Chemistry
Field of Specialization
Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Chemistry of Natural Products
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Sex: Female
Education:
- University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, M.S. (Agronomy), 1958
- University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City, B.S.A. (Agronomy), 1942
Field of Specialization
Agronomy
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Dr. Edsel L. Beja, Jr. is recognized in the areas of development, macroeconomics, and political economy. He is also a specialist on Asian economics. Recent works have focused on capital, trade, and labor flows, national accounts, and balance of payments. Edsel holds a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
Sex: Male
Education:
- University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Amherst, Massachusetts, USA, Doctor of Philosophy in Economics, 2005 My
- University of of Massachusetts,Amherst, Amherst, Massachusetts, USA, M.A. in Economics, 2004 D
- University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom, Master of Philosophy in Geography, 1999 N
- Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City, Master of Arts, Major in Economics, 1996 O
- Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City, Bachelor of Arts, Major in Economics, 1992 My
Field of Specialization
Economics, Political Economy
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Sex: Female
Education:
- University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, Ph. D. in Chemistry, 1995
- University of Santo Tomas, Espana, Manila, M.S. Chemistry, 1982
- University of Santo Tomas, España, Manila, B.S. Chemistry, 1972
Field of Specialization:
Chemistry, Combinatorial Synthesis