Inorganic Biogeochemistry and Biotechnology Research Laboratory

26/09/2026

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻? 🪸

In a very recent review paper by our colleagues JJ and Irene, they synthesized evidence across laboratory biochemistry and ecotoxicology, field monitoring, skeletal geochemistry, and omics research to build an integrated framework of trace metal dynamics in the coral holobiont.

By consolidating decades of research across disciplines, this synthesis highlights why understanding physiological regulation and metal-stress interactions is critical for reef conservation and management.

Read more at Coral Reefs: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00338-026-02968-y

Limited free access at https://rdcu.be/yVcoKcmrQcYa

25/08/2026

📢 APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED UNTIL AUGUST 31, 2026!

Don’t miss this opportunity! 🧪🔬

Apply now and become part of our lab!

THESIS OPPORTUNITY!!!

The Inorganic Biogeochemistry and Biotechnology Research Laboratory , in collaboration with the DOST-PCIEERD, is exploring the world of novel bioactive materials in different seaweed species under the project “Biorefinery Systems for Sustainable Production of Antioxidants and High Value Materials from Algae”.

This opportunity welcomes CS-UPD undergraduate students who want to work on the chemistry of macroalgae and their potential application to various fields.

If you are interested in improving your analytical and laboratory skills, you are very encouraged to join the laboratory.

If you want to apply, please submit a copy of your CV to Dr. Irene B. Rodriguez through this email address: [email protected].

For more information, kindly shoot an email at [email protected].

03/08/2026

Done. Dusted. Defended! 👩‍🎓

BIG CONGRATULATIONS for successfully defending your MS thesis, Master Mea (Mea Sucgang )

Padayon! 🌻

23/07/2026

Tiny organisms, big impact on our oceans. 🌊🔬

Our MS Marine Science student, Hannah Mae D. Sucgang, will present her thesis on how nutrients—particularly nitrate and iron—affect the growth of microscopic algae in seawater.

These tiny algae help support marine food webs, influence ocean health, and can be closely connected to coral reef ecosystems. Hannah’s research helps us better understand how changes in nutrients may shape life in our seas.

Join us in wishing Mea all the best for her thesis defense!

09/07/2026

THESIS OPPORTUNITY!!!

The Inorganic Biogeochemistry and Biotechnology Research Laboratory , in collaboration with the DOST-PCIEERD, is exploring the world of novel bioactive materials in different seaweed species under the project “Biorefinery Systems for Sustainable Production of Antioxidants and High Value Materials from Algae”.

This opportunity welcomes CS-UPD undergraduate students who want to work on the chemistry of macroalgae and their potential application to various fields.

If you are interested in improving your analytical and laboratory skills, you are very encouraged to join the laboratory.

If you want to apply, please submit a copy of your CV to Dr. Irene B. Rodriguez through this email address: [email protected].

For more information, kindly shoot an email at [email protected].

03/07/2026

Pagbati to the exceptional graduates of the Inorganic Biogeochemistry and Biotechnology Research Laboratory Batch 2026!

🧜 3 MS in Marine Science
🧑‍🔬 3 BS in Chemistry
👨🏻‍🔬1 MS Chemistry (Pick – Up), Straight Ph.D. Program

As you sail to the vast ocean of possibilities, may you continue to inspire and make a ripple of impact not just to the sea but to the world and beyond 🌏

30/06/2026

29/06/2026

The Inorganic Biogeochemistry and Biotechnology Research Laboratory proudly congratulates Ms. Angela Neylan Sunga for her participation in the Institute of Chemistry Undergraduate Thesis Symposium held on June 15, 2026.

Ms. Sunga presented her undergraduate thesis entitled “Trace Metal Analysis of Atmospheric Aerosols from Bolinao, Pangasinan.”

The IBR Lab is proud of Ms. Sunga's achievement and dedication to scientific research. We wish her continued success in her future endeavors!

15/06/2026

CONGRATULATIONS, Master Iris! 🎓🌊✨

Our very own Ms. Earth PH (Mabini, Batangas), Iris (), has successfully defended her MSc thesis on influence of SGD on geochemical composition of sediments from Mabini 🫧

Huge congratulations! Padayon, Iris! 🌻🌻🌻