UPLB Interdisciplinary Studies Center for Water

20/07/2026

Ready those abstracts for the 2nd International Conference on Interdisciplinary Water Studies (IWATCON) coming this March 22-23, 2027!

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SAVE THE DATE!

We will be hosting the 2nd International Conference on Interdisciplinary Water Studies on March 22-23, 2027! Start preparing your abstracts as submissions will be opened soon!

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See you!

09/07/2026

Time to sound the alarm? ⏰

In this edition of , Dr. Patricia Ann Sanchez shares a proactive perspective on managing the upcoming prolonged dry spell. 💧🌾

03/12/2025

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ATTENTION:

We are extending the application for the General Trias WRCC Project positions! Please submit your applications through https://forms.gle/6bATi9AG7W5ghRRy8 or by scanning the QR code.

For more details, please follow the shared post below!

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WE ARE HIRING!

We are looking for Three (3) Research Associates for the upcoming project “Comprehensive Program on Water Security Planning: Towards Sustainably Managing the Water Resources in General Trias, Cavite Phase 2: Carrying Capacity of General Trias City Water Resources” funded by the City Government of General Trias. The selected PTAs will receive monthly renumeration amounting to PhP 38,694.00 from December 2025 to 2026.

Minimum qualifications:
• Should have experience in conducting interdisciplinary research projects
• Must be honest, trustworthy, team player, hard-working, meticulous, organized, reliable, independent, knows how to finish deliverables, must be aware of deadlines
• Must have a background in procurement process, implementation, and documentation of projects under UPLBFI
• Must be willing to travel to project sites
• Well-versed in writing project reports
(Please follow the link below for more details about the qualifications)

Documentary Requirements:
• Letter of Intent
• Curriculum Vitae with complete contact details and 3 reliable reference persons
• Certificate of graduation/Diploma
• Sample writing outputs
• Transcript of Records
• NBI/Police/Barangay Clearance
• Certificate of good moral character

Please collate all documentary requirements to single file (filename: SURNAME_GTWRCC) and submit by scanning the QR code or following the link:
https://forms.gle/6bATi9AG7W5ghRRy8

Kindly address your letter of intent to the project leader:

Dr. Patricia Ann J. Sanchez
Chair
Interdisciplinary Studies Center for Water
University of the Philippines Los Baños
College, Laguna

Deadline of application is on November 30, 2025.

25/11/2025

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WE ARE HIRING!

We are looking for One (1) Research Associate for the ongoing project “Sustainable Water Resources in the Philippines: Hydrological Assessment as an Instrument for Forest Conservation and Management of Del Carmen, Siargao Karst Landscape” in collaboration with Forest Foundation Philippines and the Municipality of Del Carmen, Surigao del Norte. The selected Research Associate will receive monthly renumeration amounting to PhP 40,612.00 from December 2025 to April 15, 2026.

Minimum qualifications:
• Should have experience in conducting interdisciplinary research projects
• Must be honest, hard-working, meticulous, organized, reliable, independent, knows how to finish deliverables, must be aware of deadlines
• Must be knowledgeable in procurement process, implementation, and documentation of projects
• Must be willing and in good condition to travel to Del Carmen, Siargao Island, Surigao del Norte
• Well-versed in writing project reports

(Please follow the link below for more details about the qualifications)

Documentary Requirements:
• Letter of Intent
• Curriculum Vitae with complete contact details and 3 reliable reference persons
• Certificate of graduation/Diploma
• Sample writing outputs
• Transcript of Records
• NBI/Police/Barangay Clearance
• Certificate of good moral character

Please collate all documentary requirements to single file (filename: SURNAME_SURPH) and submit by scanning the QR code or following the link:
https://forms.gle/GE7wNy4muqTKkyUP8

Kindly address your letter of intent to the project leader:

Dr. Patricia Ann J. Sanchez
Chair
Interdisciplinary Studies Center for Water
University of the Philippines Los Baños
College, Laguna

Deadline of application is on November 30, 2025.

25/11/2025

[CLOSED]

WE ARE HIRING!

We are looking for Three (3) Research Associates for the upcoming project “Comprehensive Program on Water Security Planning: Towards Sustainably Managing the Water Resources in General Trias, Cavite Phase 2: Carrying Capacity of General Trias City Water Resources” funded by the City Government of General Trias. The selected PTAs will receive monthly renumeration amounting to PhP 38,694.00 from December 2025 to 2026.

Minimum qualifications:
• Should have experience in conducting interdisciplinary research projects
• Must be honest, trustworthy, team player, hard-working, meticulous, organized, reliable, independent, knows how to finish deliverables, must be aware of deadlines
• Must have a background in procurement process, implementation, and documentation of projects under UPLBFI
• Must be willing to travel to project sites
• Well-versed in writing project reports
(Please follow the link below for more details about the qualifications)

Documentary Requirements:
• Letter of Intent
• Curriculum Vitae with complete contact details and 3 reliable reference persons
• Certificate of graduation/Diploma
• Sample writing outputs
• Transcript of Records
• NBI/Police/Barangay Clearance
• Certificate of good moral character

Please collate all documentary requirements to single file (filename: SURNAME_GTWRCC) and submit by scanning the QR code or following the link:
https://forms.gle/6bATi9AG7W5ghRRy8

Kindly address your letter of intent to the project leader:

Dr. Patricia Ann J. Sanchez
Chair
Interdisciplinary Studies Center for Water
University of the Philippines Los Baños
College, Laguna

Deadline of application is on November 30, 2025.

20/11/2025

: Japan and PH researchers, key government agencies convene for the 9th Joint Coordination Committee (JCC) Meeting and National Policy Workshop on Climate Change conducted last November 12 in Quezon City. Study findings and policy implications as well as specific actions moving forward were discussed during the meeting and workshop. This initiative is under the Project for Development of a Hybrid Water-Related Disaster Risk Assessment Technology for Sustainable Local Economic Development Policy under Climate Change (HyDEPP), supported by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) through the Science and Technology Research Partnership for Sustainable Development (SATREPS) program.

Read more: https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/scitech/science/966566/japan-ph-researchers-unveil-findings-on-flood-risks-in-key-luzon-river-basins/story/?fbclid=IwY2xjawOLX_tleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe3lLROSiSQyRDCvrALA_iQJRYvwwTme48-K4Rk0l03RmSJ4Bhbi5xJ9_oOBw_aem_PB80vbF02ZomOO4tj0Nkhw

A recent study by Filipino and Japanese researchers has warned of more frequent extreme rainfall, prolonged dry spells, and increased flood risks in major river basins in Luzon.

06/05/2025

Nakaabang na ba ang lahat?👩🏻‍💻👨🏽‍💻

Bukas na! Tunghayan ang 𝙋𝙬𝙚𝙙𝙚 𝙢𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙜𝙖𝙣, 𝙙𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙣-𝙙𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙣, 𝙥𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙥𝙞𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙨𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙜𝙠𝙤𝙡 𝙨𝙖 𝙩𝙪𝙗𝙞𝙜 𝙙𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙙𝙖𝙢𝙥𝙞 𝙣𝙖 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙠𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙠𝙖𝙡🧪 𝘼𝙣𝙤 𝙥𝙖 𝙗𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙮 𝙢𝙤?

𝙄𝙠𝙖𝙬 𝙡𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙮 𝙠𝙤~💧
𝙄 𝙤𝙣𝙡𝙮 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙥𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝟒 𝙪!🫵

simula ng 𝗨𝘀𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝘂𝗯𝗶𝗴: 𝗗𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗼𝘆, 𝗟𝘂𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘄. Para sa unang episode, ating tatalakayin ang mga emerging pollutants sa Laguna de Bay kasama ang ating eksperto na si Dr. Janice B. Sevilla-Nastor mula sa University of the Philippines Los Baños - School of Environmental Science and Management (UPLB-SESAM).

Dadaloy na ngayong 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝘀, 𝗶𝗸𝗮-𝟲 𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼, 𝟯 𝗣𝗠, dito sa page ng Radyo DZLB Ang Tinig ng Kaunlaran. Hatid sa inyo ng DEVC 136 - C1L.⭐

Tara na, ikaw na lang ang hinihintay namin!🤝

22/03/2025

World Water Day 2025 draws our attention to the critical issue of 'Glacier Preservation.' Glaciers play a pivotal role in global water cycles, sustaining ecosystems and human societies providing water for drinking, agriculture, and industry, influencing regional and global climates. However, recent events caused an alarming rate of glacial melt, leading to altered water availability, increased risks of natural disasters like floods and landslides, and long-term sea-level rise.

This year’s World Water Day reiterates the need for sustainable practices that mitigate climate change and conserve these vital water resources. It emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts among scientists, policymakers, and the public to ensure water security for future generations.

Know more about the initiatives here: https://www.unwater.org/our-work/world-water-day

23/02/2025