UP Department of Mining, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering

24/08/2026

The UP Diliman Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (UP DMMME) invites everyone to the Balik Scientist Program (BSP) Exit Presentation of Prof. Emmanuel U. Pornillos, DOST Balik Scientist and consultant specializing in tailings processing technology.

Prof. Pornillos will present:
“The Adoption of Best Available Technologies for Tailings Management is Critical to Restoring Local Community Trust and Securing the Social License to Operate Within the Philippine Mineral and Laterite Sectors”

The presentation will highlight the importance of adopting appropriate technologies and sound tailings management practices in strengthening environmental performance, rebuilding community trust, and supporting the social acceptability of mining operations in the Philippines.

20/08/2026

📢 DOST BALIK SCIENTIST PROGRAM EXIT PRESENTATION OF PROF. EMMANUEL U. PORNILLOS

The UP Diliman Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (UP DMMME) invites everyone to the Balik Scientist Program (BSP) Exit Presentation of Prof. Emmanuel U. Pornillos, DOST Balik Scientist and consultant specializing in tailings processing technology.

Prof. Pornillos will present:

“The Adoption of Best Available Technologies for Tailings Management is Critical to Restoring Local Community Trust and Securing the Social License to Operate Within the Philippine Mineral and Laterite Sectors”

The presentation will highlight the importance of adopting appropriate technologies and sound tailings management practices in strengthening environmental performance, rebuilding community trust, and supporting the social acceptability of mining operations in the Philippines.

📅 24 August 2026 (Monday)
🕜 1:30 PM–4:00 PM (GMT+8)
💻 Online via Zoom

Interested participants may register through the Zoom registration QR code provided in the poster or via this link: https://bit.ly/BSPPornillos

The event is organized in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), DOST-PCIEERD, and the DOST Balik Scientist Program.

We invite our faculty members, students, researchers, mining and minerals industry practitioners, government partners, and other interested stakeholders to join us for this timely discussion on responsible and sustainable tailings management.

17/08/2026

🚨 SCHEDULE UPDATE: DMMME General Laboratory Safety Orientation 🚨

Due to inclement weather, both orientation schedules will now be held ONLINE via Zoom. Additionally, the Tuesday schedule has been moved to 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.

💻 Zoom Access:

Meeting ID: 918 2715 7223

Passcode: 60944312
(You can also scan the QR code or click the link in the comments!)

Please be guided accordingly. Stay safe!

[ANNOUNCEMENT]

This is a mandatory reminder for all 2nd-year to graduating students regarding the upcoming General Laboratory Safety Orientation. There will be 2 schedules for the orientation on August 17, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM and on August 18, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the DMMME Auditorium.

Attendance is strictly required for all students who need a lab safety certificate, specifically those enrolled in laboratory and thesis classes.

Your attendance is required to ensure a safe and productive laboratory environment. We look forward to seeing you there.

12/08/2026

[Addendum]

There will be 2 schedules for the general laboratory safety orientation
- August 17, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
- August 18, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Both schedules are at the DMMME Auditorium.

[ANNOUNCEMENT]

This is a mandatory reminder for all 2nd-year to graduating students regarding the upcoming General Laboratory Safety Orientation. There will be 2 schedules for the orientation on August 17, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM and on August 18, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the DMMME Auditorium.

Attendance is strictly required for all students who need a lab safety certificate, specifically those enrolled in laboratory and thesis classes.

Your attendance is required to ensure a safe and productive laboratory environment. We look forward to seeing you there.

12/08/2026

[Student apprenticeship and research opportunity - Biohydrometallurgy 🦠🪨 ]

Interested in the application of microbiology in industrial metallurgical processing and metals extraction? Looking for potential adviser/s?

We are looking for undergraduate BS Biology/Microbiology/Metallurgical Engineering/Chemical Engineering students for a Student Apprentice role focused on Biohydrometallurgy. Join us to gain practical skills in research and strengthen your academic portfolio

🔎What we’re looking for?
At least 3rd /4th Year Standing
Preferably in thesis proposal stage
📝What to submit?
- Letter of Intent
- Curriculum Vitae
- Validated Form 5
- CRS Copy of Grades
- Passport-sized Photo

✅Send your application to: tinyurl link below or scan 📸 the QR Code found in the photo below.

Deadline of Submission is on August 16, 2026, 12 NN. Don't miss out on the opportunity!

11/08/2026

[ANNOUNCEMENT]

This is a mandatory reminder for all 2nd-year to graduating students regarding the upcoming General Laboratory Safety Orientation. There will be 2 schedules for the orientation on August 17, 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM and on August 18, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the DMMME Auditorium.

Attendance is strictly required for all students who need a lab safety certificate, specifically those enrolled in laboratory and thesis classes.

Your attendance is required to ensure a safe and productive laboratory environment. We look forward to seeing you there.

10/08/2026

[Undergraduate Research Opportunities]

The Sustainable Electronic Materials Group, led by Prof. Mary Donnabelle Balela, is currently looking for hardworking and conscientious undergraduate students to join their team for MetE 199 and MatE 200. This is a chance to gain hands-on experience and develop your skills by working on impactful projects in Metals Recovery, Wastewater Treatment, Electrocatalysis, and Supercapacitors.

If you are passionate about engineering solutions that make a real-world difference and want to thrive in a collaborative environment, we highly encourage you to apply. To express your interest in joining the team, please send your formal Letter of Intent directly to [email protected].

09/08/2026

📢 ES REGISTRATION ANNOUNCEMENT | 1st Semester AY 2026–2027

The class schedules and room assignments for ES undergraduate and graduate courses for the 1st Semester, AY 2026–2027 are now available.

🔗 View the schedule here:
https://bit.ly/ES2627ASched
https://bit.ly/ES2627ASched
https://bit.ly/ES2627ASched

Kindly refer to the schedule for your respective classes and assigned rooms.

For additional concerns, please contact the ES Coordinator, Dr. Giancarlo P. Ventura, at [email protected].

09/08/2026

Following the announcement of the Quezon City Government, the UP Diliman Office of the Chancellor announced that all face-to-face classes in UP Diliman are suspended tomorrow, 10 August 2026, due to inclement weather. The members of the faculty are enjoined to conduct alternative modes of learning (synchronous/asynchronous).

Work in all UPD units shall remain onsite.

Stay safe.