• Biosorption of Cu+2 ions from wastewater by chemically immobilized Rhizobium BJVr 12 cells and exopolysaccharides 

  Afaga, Arlene I.; Montinola, Merlind M. (2000-03)

  The biosorption efficiency of biotraps consisting of chemically immobilized Rhizobium BJVr 12 exopolysaccharides in adsorbing Cu+2 ions was studied. Preliminary screening using the solubility test revealed that the most ...
• A Preliminary Screening of the Molluscicidal Activity of Coleus Blumei Bentham, Pittosporum resinferum Hemsley AND Sanseviera sp. Thunberg ON Oncomelania hupensis quadrasi Moellendorff 

  Alavazo, Abner B.; Buno, Nerrisa Joan G. (2000-03)

  The molluscicidal activity of Coleus blumei Benth., Pittosporum resiniferum Hemsl. and Sanseviera sp. Thunberg against Oncomelania hupensis quadrasi Moell. was investigated using niclosamide as positive control. One ...
• Test for Antibody Production Elicited by Serine Protease from Schistosoma japonicum Eggs 

  Alcantara, Karen Kaye C.; Avecilla, Ma. Amparo Felisa B. (2000-03)

  This study aims to extract and purify serine protease from Schistosoma japonicum eggs via lon-exchange chromatography and to test the ability of the extracted enzyme to elicit antibody production in sensitized rabbits. ...
• The larvicidal effects of Padina Minor, Sargassum Cristaefolium, and Turninaria Ornata, extracts on Anopheles Flavirostris 

  Alzona, Lizbeth V.; Orig, Ma. Natalia (2000-03)

  Three seaweeds, Padina minor, Sargassum cristaefolium, and Turbinaria ornata were tested for their potential larvicidal properties against the Anopheles Sfavirostris mosquito. Results showed that Padina minor and ...
• The Effects of Ultraviolet Radiation on the Growth and Gross Morphology of Zea mays, Linn. Seedlings 

  Martin, Ann Kristine Joy T.; Mendiola, Carlo Paulo T. (2000-03)

  The study was conducted with a descriptive experimental design in order to determine the effects of broad spectrum ultraviolet radiation on growth factors, seedling height, root length, chlorophyll content, organic ...
• Sargassum sp. As a Potential Cellulose Filler in Handmade Papermaking 

  Meghrajani, Chandra F.; Obico, Suzette D.R. (2000-03)

  In the Philippines, researches are being conducted to find alternative materials for papermaking. In this study, we made handmade paper containing varying concentrations of Sargassum and had its strength properties ...
• The Eefect of Herbivory on the Abundance of Shrubs in the St. Paul Subterranean River National Park, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Philippines 

  Marcelo, Marc Gil D.L.; Ramirez, Mark Alain I. (2000-04)

  The purpose of this study is to determine the effects of herbivory on the abundance of shrubs in the rainforests of the St. Paul Subterranean River National Park in Puerto Princessa City, Palawan, Philippines. The ...
• Preliminary Screening of Philippine Seaweeds for In-vitro Antituberculosis Activity and Cytotoxicity 

  Minguito, Rhodesia A.; Selga, Kristine Kollette B. (2000-03)

  In response to the need for novel nontoxic therapeutics to combat tuberculosis (TB), the in-vitro antituberculosis activity and cytotoxicity of 15 Philippine seaweeds were examined. A colorimetric, microplate-based Alamar ...
• The Effects of Glo- Herbal on the Intestinal Crypt Viability of Mice after Whole- Body Irradiation 

  Agbayani, Christian Konstantin P.; Pontejos, Patricia Anne Z. (2002-03)

  Glo- Herbal is a locally manufactured food supplement that is made up of plant extracts. A number of people have claimed that the product has various healing properties. The objective of this study is to determine the ...
• Seasonal Variation of Standard Length of Freshwater Fishes of the Six Rivers in Subic, Olongapo 

  Mendoza, Rose Marcel S.; Roson, Jennifer Patrice M. (2002-03)

  Aquatic habitats support a wide variety of fauna which includes the freshwater fishes. The freshwater fishes of the six rivers namely, Bayani (Calumpit), Boton, llanin. Minanga. Pamulaklakin (Mabayuan) and Triboa of ...
• Cadmium Tolerance in Golden Kuhol Pomacea canaliculata (Lamarck, 1819) 

  Ocampo, Melody Anne B.; Reyes, Katrina Louise Q. (2002-04)

  Cadmium tolerance in terms of cadmium uptake (in mg/L) from the aquatic environment, was studied in golden kuhol (Pomacea canaliculata). Snails of different ages (one-month and three-months old) were exposed to varying ...
• Polymorphic DNAs (RAPDs) in the Analysis of Genetic Diversity Between two Oliva Species in Lian, Batangas 

  Aldana, Aldwin F.; Dizon, Dean Adrian B. (2003-04)

  Oliva elegans and O. reticulata are two of the most common Oliva species found in Batangas. Since marked morphological differences may sometimes be confusing in classifying these species, their genetic diversity may ...
• Current Status of the Vegetation of Two Mounds of Chocolate Hills in Carmen, Bohol 

  Amoncio, Gladys B.; Cabal, Rennia S. (2003-04)

  The Chocolate Hills, one of the major tourist in spots the country, is being threatened by recurrent quarrying activities. This study was intended to determine the impact of quarrying on the vegetation of the hills, ...
• Mutation Detection in EXON 11 of BRCAI in Filipino Breast Cancer Patients by PCR-SSCP 

  Antonio, Mark Q.; Nicolas, Grace Ann M. (2003-04)

  The BRCA1 is a tumor suppressor gene which when mutated can predispose an individual to breast cancer. DNA was extracted from the blood of 17 subjects, 12 of whom comprised the patient population and the other 5 comprised ...
• Potential Antitumor and Immunological Properties of Acylglucosylsterol from Moringa oleifera (Malunggay) Seeds 

  Apostol, Angela S.; Ocampo, Mary Ann M. (2003-04)

  One of the bioactive compounds that has been isolated from various parts of Moringa oleifera (malunggay) is 3-O-[6’-0O-oleoyl-B-D-glucosyl]-B-sitosterol, generally known as acylglucosylsterol. Isolation of this compound ...
• Screening of Some Philippine Marine Bacteria for Anti-Platelet Aggregation Activity 

  Arpante, Michael Ernesto S.; De Leon, Marc Guillermo B. (2003-04)

  Twenty-four marine bacterial isolates from marine sponges were screened for anti-platelet aggregation activity. Chloroform extracts of these bacteria were tested on platelet-rich plasma and assayed for antiplatelet aggregation ...
• Relative Abundance and Diversity of Fishes Caught by Beach Seine and Drift Longline in the Coastal Waters of Brgy. Sta. Monica, Infanta, Quezon (2003) 

  Macalalad, Anna Angelica P.; Manalo, Mary Ondinee U. (2003-04)

  The relative abundance and diversity of a multispecies fishery in Brgy. Sta. Monica, Infanta, Quezon, were studied using catches from beach seines and drift longlines from January 2003 to February 2003. Approximately ...
• Molluscicidal Effect of Croton tiglium Seed and Leaf Extracts on Freshwater Snails (Oncomelania hupensis quadrasi Mollendorf) 

  Manluyang, Ellyn C.; Palmos, Mervin DL. (2003-04)

  The molluscicidal effect of Croton tiglium seeds and leaves on Oncomelania hupensis quadrasi,an intermediate host of Schistosoma japonicum was studied. Acclimatized snails were exposed to various concentrations of organic ...
• Preliminary Study on the Effect of Lipid Extracted and Supplemented Persea americana (Mill) Agar as a Growth Medium for Escherichia coli 

  Abat, Katrina Marie S.; dela Cruz, Barbara C. (2004-03)

  In the process of improving Persea americana (Mill.) Agar (PAA) as a growth medium for Escherichia coli, six reformulations of PAA were evaluated in this study. These are Supplemented PAA (SPAA), Lipidextracted SPAA, ...
• Cyanide Content in the Roots of Cassava [Manihot esculenta Crantz] and the Locally Cultivated Yellow and White Varieties of Camote [Ipomoea batatas (Linn.) Poir] 

  Abrencillo, Rodeo A.; Medel, Dorotea Joy L. (2004-03)

  Cassava [Manihot esculenta Crantz] is known to have naturally occurring levels of cyanide that is capable of causing adverse effects such as “Konzo” (nerve cell degradation) and endemic goiter. However, it is not clear ...

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