2/4 The tide of progress continues to rise! From hands-on research endeavors to dynamic collaborations and community engagements, our center has kept the momentum strong. Each activity reflects our growing dedication to advancing marine science and sustainability. Together, we’re steering toward a future of deeper impact and broader horizons!
Interested applicants may email their requirements for a preliminary evaluation to vipcorals@g.batstate-u.edu.ph.
Kindly wait for further information regarding the application form and entrance examination since the Testing and Admission Office (TAO) is still finalizing the new guidelines to accommodate the changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Reminders:
1. The subject of the email should follow this format – MS Marine Biology Application_Surname.
2. Recommendation letters should be directly emailed by the recommenders.
3. The filename of the recommendation letter should follow this format – Recommendation Letter_Surname of Applicant.
For further information and inquiries, you may email us at vipcorals@g.batstate-u.edu.ph.
During the Enhanced Community Quarantine, Balik Scientist Dr. Jayvee A. Saco conducted a series of webinars on “Green Tide Blooms in the Philippines.”
The first webinar was launched on April 27, 2020, in coordination with DOST-PCAARRD. A second webinar was carried out on May 4, 2020, to accommodate those who were not able to participate in the first webinar.
Photos from DOST PCAARRD Official Facebook Page
On May 15, 2020, Dr. Jayvee A. Saco was invited as a speaker to a webinar entitled “Biology: Through the Eyes of Research” organized the PLM Society for Biological Sciences. On the same day, Dr. Jayvee A. Saco participated in the pilot episode of #MicroVlogs organized by the UP MSI – Microbial Oceanography Laboratory as part of the celebration of the Month of the Ocean.
Photos from PLM Society of Biological Sciences and Microbial Oceanography Laboratory Official Facebook Pages
Catch Dr. Jayvee A. Saco’s latest webinar on May 20, 2020!
Photo from UAP Singapore Chapter Official Facebook Page
The Batangas State University through the Verde Island Passage Center for Oceanographic Research and Aquatic Life Science and College of Arts and Science (Main I) would like to inform everyone that we will be officially offering the newest graduate program of our University – MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MARINE BIOLOGY. We will be offering the program this coming 1st Semester Academic Year 2020-2021.
For further information and inquiries, please email us at vipcorals@g.batstate-u.edu.ph.
On February 28, 2020, VIP CORALS organized a seminar as a celebration of its 2nd Founding Anniversary. Dr. Tirso A. Ronquillo gave his welcome remarks and felicitations to the participants and guests.
Dr. Jonel Corral shared his expertise on “Parasitic Relationship between Isopod and Crab in the Marine Environment,” while Dr. Miguel Azcuna shared his expertise on “Allelopathic Compounds from Sponge: Understanding the Ecological Roles and Screening for Bioactivity.”
Dr. Jayvee Saco, a Balik Scientist, also launched his lecture series on “Green Tide Blooms in the Philippines.”
Deo Macahig, President of the University of the Philippines Marine Science Society (UP MaSS), also shared some of the activities and projects of their organization.
Dr. Shirley Cabrera concluded the event through her warm closing remarks.
During the afternoon, UP MaSS held a film showing about the marine environment.
Deepest gratitude to everyone who participated and celebrated with us!
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The officers of the Philippine Phycological Society, Inc. (PPSI) held their first organizational meeting on February 22, 2020.
Photos from Philippine Phycological Society Inc. Official Facebook Page
