Bicol University - College of Science

Faculty researchers from Bicol University, led by the Vice President for Research, Development, and Extension - Dr. Lany L. Maceda, proudly joined the 2026 Annual Scientific Conference and 93rd General Membership Assembly of the DOST-National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) today, March 13, 2026, at the Reception Hall, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Pasay City.
The event, themed "OneDOST4U: Solutions and Opportunities for All," brought together the nation's top researchers and scientists for a day of knowledge-sharing, recognition, and collaboration in advancing science and technology for national development.
Bicol University continues to strengthen its commitment to research excellence and innovation.

✍️ January M. Dechavez
📷 Michael Angelo Brogada

Agricultural biotechnology is reshaping how we safeguard 𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵, enhance 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗰𝗸 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀, and strengthen 𝗳𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 in the Philippines. As disease threats evolve and production demands rise, innovations in 𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤𝘴, 𝘮𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘥𝘪𝘢𝘨𝘯𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴, and 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘪𝘦𝘴 are essential tools for sustainable agriculture.
Through 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗚, the ABT Webinar Series connects students, researchers, and industry stakeholders to current advances in 𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 and 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰𝘀.
This session highlights how long-read sequencing, population genetics, and livestock biotechnology are driving smarter disease surveillance systems and building more resilient breeding programs.
Featuring experts from the 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗼𝘀 𝗕𝗮𝗻̃𝗼𝘀 and the 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮𝗼 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿, showing how biotechnology research translates into 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹-𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁.
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𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 | 𝟱𝟬𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 | 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝘄𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗼 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘇𝗽𝗶 𝗪𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘀, 𝗕𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻, 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗮 𝗔𝗹𝗯𝗮𝘆

Themed Golden Roots, Living Futures: Celebrating Excellence Through the Decades, the evening was filled with nostalgia and inspiration as alumni, faculty, and students came together to honor the department's rich history.

We were honored by the presence and heartfelt messages of our University President, Dr. Baby Boy Benjamin D. Nebres III, and our VP for Academic Affairs, Dr. Julieta B. Borres. We also extend our gratitude to our Alumni Regent and BUGAII President, Atty. Alex Nepomuceno, and our esteemed Deans for their unwavering support.

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported this cause. Here’s to 50 years of BUCS Biology and many more decades of scientific excellence and service! 🧬🌱

March 8, 2026 | National Women’s Day

Today, we salute the women driving our college forward: from our Dean, Prof. Jocelyn E. Serrano, to our Admin Officer, Dr. Pritzie S. Rey, to our Cashier Ms. Belenda Monsalve, and the phenomenal faculty and staff who work tirelessly behind the scenes.

From the frontlines to the classrooms, your efforts are the foundation of our progress. Today, we reaffirm our commitment to a sustainable future where every woman’s voice is heard and celebrated.

Happy National Women’s Day!

The Bicol University - College of Science kicked off National Women's Month with a powerful opening program at the BUCS Building 1. It was a time filled with inspiring messages from our leaders and a shared commitment to honoring the strength and leadership of women in our community.

From the opening remarks by Dean Jocelyn E. Serrano to our collective "Wall of Commitment," today reminded us that the spirit of the Babaylan—leadership, healing, and wisdom—is very much alive in BUCS.

Thank you to everyone especially our BUCS CGAD Coordinator, Jaymar L. Bonaobra and the Bicol University College of Science College Student Council who wore purple and joined the movement!

You are all invited to join us as we officially kick off our Women's Month Celebration. Let’s come together as BU College of Science celebrate National Women's Month anchored on the theme "Lead Like the Babaylans."

Let’s celebrate the spirit of the Babaylan in all of us by wearing PURPLE. See you there!

The Bicol University College of Science would like to extend their gratitude to Ms. Cherie N. Bellen, Accountant II for her dedicated service as Cluster III Accounting Head.

Your commitment and zeal in ensuring financial accuracy and efficiency in BUCS has left a lasting impact. Best of luck on your new assignment!

𝗕𝘂𝗲𝗻̃𝗼𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗡𝗮𝗴𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝘆𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗻!

Congratulations to our outstanding BUeño tech innovators for their phenomenal victory at the 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐚𝐠𝐚 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐧, held on February 20–22, 2026 at Summit Hotels, Naga City!

Besting more than 200 entries from across the country, four (4) teams from Bicol University made it as top 15 finalist (top 5 per category). All of which are from the College of Science:
Team MyNagAlaga (Social Services): Jay Bombales, Karel Jhona Cestina, Vicente Bercasio II, John Dave Bañas, and Mark June Almojuela
Team Adjust (Environment): Maria Lourdes Miranda, Jenny Barbacena, and Vencer Lao
Team The Gastos Committee (Environment): Lorie Andelene Sariba, Kristina Margelino, Adornado Cabalbag, and Clyde Justine Nate
Team IVII (Social Services): Maria Faye Dela Peña, Julia Alexis Madrid, Ella Mae Medrano, Jian Paolo Navea, and Jan Joseph Tawingan

The final pitch presentation concluded with Team MyNagAlaga receiving the Grand Prize in the Social Services track, a distinction recognizing the merit and impact of their citizen-centric innovation. Alongside our team are the winners in the other categories: Team TBA (Environment) from University of Nueva Caceres and Team DND (Health) from University of the Philippines.

We take great pride in your accomplishments and your dedication to co-creating the future of digital governance. You are true embodiments of the ISKOLAR ng BAYAN!

The Bicol University community is proud of you!




📷Prof. Jocelyn E. Serrano

✨ Dinner for a Cause | 50 Years of BU Biology ✨
In celebration of the 50th Founding Anniversary of the Biology Program of Bicol University, we warmly invite you to a Celebration and Charity Dinner on March 8, 2026 at Bulwagang BUeno.
As we honor five decades of academic excellence and the remarkable achievements of our graduates, we are launching this “Dinner for a Cause” to raise funds for new industrial classroom chairs for our lecture rooms at CSB3. Your participation will directly support the improvement of our learning facilities for future Biologists.
🎟 Ticket Price: ₱1,500 per person
This meaningful gathering will also officially kick off the series of activities for the Golden Year of BU Biology. For event details, please see the information in the photo below. Physical tickets are available upon request anytime this week.
Join us as we celebrate our legacy and build a stronger future together. 💚

✨ Dinner for a Cause | 50 Years of BU Biology ✨

In celebration of the 50th Founding Anniversary of the Biology Program of Bicol University, we warmly invite you to a Celebration and Charity Dinner on March 8, 2026 at Bulwagang BUeno.

As we honor five decades of academic excellence and the remarkable achievements of our graduates, we are launching this “Dinner for a Cause” to raise funds for new industrial classroom chairs for our lecture rooms at CSB3. Your participation will directly support the improvement of our learning facilities for future Biologists.

🎟 Ticket Price: ₱1,500 per person

This meaningful gathering will also officially kick off the series of activities for the Golden Year of BU Biology. For event details, please see the information in the photo below. Physical tickets are available upon request anytime this week.

Join us as we celebrate our legacy and build a stronger future together. 💚

Cheers to our newest NRCP members! 🎉

Bicol University proudly congratulates its new Associate and Regular Members of the National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP):

Associate Members:
Dr. Mary Joy P. Canon (College of Science)
Dr. Christian Y. Sy (College of Science)
Dr. Ana Marie R. Abante (Jesse M. Robredo Institute of Governance and Development)

Regular Member:
Dr. Jennifer L. Llovido (College of Science)

Your dedication to research, scholarship, academic excellence continues to elevate the University’s strong commitment to knowledge creation, nation-building.

Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion BUCS/Cluster 3 Cashier, 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗲, from Administrative Officer 1 to Administrative Officer 3!

The BUCS family is sharing with you the happiness and satisfaction this achievement brings~