The DOST’s Balik Scientist Program, in collaboration with Pinoy Iskolars sa Korea (PIKO), released the second episode of the BSP Talks titled “Match Tayo!” on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 11 AM via Facebook Live. BSP Talks Episode 2 highlighted the different ways a Balik Scientist can match with a Host Institution. To demonstrate these, continue reading : BSP Talks Episode 2 Highlights: Balik Scientist and Host Institution Matching
Western Visayas Medical Community Receptive to Collaborate with Balik Scientist in Establishing Biobank, GWAS, and PheWAS
As part of his fourth engagement under the DOST-Balik Scientist Program, Dr. Gerard Dumancas opened the doors to strengthen scientific research in Western Visayas by determining the feasibility of establishing biobank, Genome Wide Association Studies (GWAS), and Phenome Wide Association Studies (PheWAS) in the region which was the highlight in his Exit Report Presentation held continue reading : Western Visayas Medical Community Receptive to Collaborate with Balik Scientist in Establishing Biobank, GWAS, and PheWAS
Balik Scientist Engagement Found “weg1” Rice Mutant Promoting Root Plasticity Resistant to Drought
The discovery of drought-resistant rice mutant line “weg1” through root plasticity research highlighted the Exit Report Presentation of Balik Scientist Dr. Nonawin Lucob-Agustin conducted last 23 April 2021 at zoom webinar. Department of Science and Technology- Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD), Executive Director Dr. Reynaldo V. Ebora mentioned continue reading : Balik Scientist Engagement Found “weg1” Rice Mutant Promoting Root Plasticity Resistant to Drought
Balik Scientist’s Journey to Digital Health Start-up Reaches Communities, Academe, and the Private Sector
A quick acceleration of UP Manila’s newly launched digital health startup served as the highlight of Dr. Arnulfo Rosario Jr.’s visual Exit Report Presentation last April 22, closing his third engagement with the DOST-Balik Scientist Program. The start of the program with the opening remarks delivered by Dr. Jose Joven V. Cruz validated the success continue reading : Balik Scientist’s Journey to Digital Health Start-up Reaches Communities, Academe, and the Private Sector
Cheaper and More Accessible Treatment for Diabetes Mellitus: On the Road to Revolutionize the Health Sector
Dr. Alfredo C. Acosta, a short-term Balik Scientist led the discussion of intestinal magnets as an alternative treatment for diabetes on his exit report presentation conducted last 10 March 2021, through Zoom Web Conferencing. With a maximum peak of 103 participants, the event commenced as Dr. Jamie C. Montoya, Executive Director of the Philippine Council continue reading : Cheaper and More Accessible Treatment for Diabetes Mellitus: On the Road to Revolutionize the Health Sector
Within 76 days, Balik Scientist Dr. Laurence Delina makes life-changing Energy Transition Reserve Engagements at the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP)
A virtual exit presentation showcasing transformative engagements served as a page turner to Balik Scientist Awardee, Dr. Laurence L. Delina’s short engagement to the Balik Scientist Program (BSP), conducted through Cisco Webex and broadcasted live through Dr. Delina’s host institution, University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP)’s Facebook Page, last March 4, 2021. continue reading : Within 76 days, Balik Scientist Dr. Laurence Delina makes life-changing Energy Transition Reserve Engagements at the University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines (USTP)
Balik Scientist Program 2020 Annual Convention Launches Online
As part of the Department of Science and Technology’s annual National Science and Technology Week (NSTW) for 2020, the Balik Scientist Program (BSP) conducted an online forum with the theme “Balik Scientists: Kabalikat sa Agham at Teknolohiya sa Pagharap ng Hamon sa Kalusugan, Kabuhayan, Kaayusan at Kinabukasan” last 17 November 2020 through zoom conferencing, broadcasted continue reading : Balik Scientist Program 2020 Annual Convention Launches Online
Balik Scientist COVIDeo Encounter and Website Launching
Pinoy students from Korea, Taiwan, China, India, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia, USA, Sweden, Canada, and Germany were gathered by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) in a virtual conference to witness the unveiling of the improved Balik Scientist Program website last Saturday, 10 October 2020. The event enabled students to interact with Balik Scientists continue reading : Balik Scientist COVIDeo Encounter and Website Launching
Keep The Lights On
Balik Scientist Dr. Cynthia Goh’s first engagement started in 2008. She has continued to be a Balik Scientist in the succeeding years (2009, 2017, 2020). Dr. Goh is an expert on Physical Chemistry with a diverse set of research interests, including fundamental studies of complex systems biomaterials, interfaces, probe microscopy, the development of new research continue reading : Keep The Lights On
Balik Scientists Engr. Antonio Reyno and Engr. Vicente Dy Reyes Visit DOST PCIEERD
22 APRIL 2019 — Balik Scientists Engr. Antonio Reyno and Engr. Vicente DyReyes pay a courtesy visit to PCIEERD Executive Director, Dr. Enrico C. Paringit. Engr. DyReyes is an expert in Aerospace Engineering and Space Technology. He is hosted by FEATI University, where he will conduct lectures, seminars, and workshops, provide consultancy, and mentor students continue reading : Balik Scientists Engr. Antonio Reyno and Engr. Vicente Dy Reyes Visit DOST PCIEERD