CMU Animal Biology Division

02/10/2026

𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐏𝐔𝐁𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓!

This is a collaborative work involving global orthopterists, led by Niko Kasalo and our newest adjunct professor from the University of Zagreb, Croatia, Dr. Josip Skejo, in collaboration with one of our ABD-IBS faculty members, Dr. Romeo R. Patano Jr.

Kasalo, N., Devriese, H., Desutter-Grandcolas, L., Hugel, S., Husemann, M., Storozhenko, S. Y., Heads, S. W., Thomas, M. J., Doucet, G., Itrac-Bruneau, R., Buzzetti, F. M., 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗼, 𝗥. 𝗥., 𝗝𝗿., Subedi, M., Yong, S., Bhaskar, D., Kočárek, P., Fite, T., Rivera, R. R., & 𝗦𝗸𝗲𝗷𝗼, 𝗝. (2026). Towards improved taxonomic standards in Orthoptera: Critical examination of Cadena-Castañeda et al. (2025b) and proposed synonymies. Contributions to Entomology, 76(2), 161–177. https://doi.org/10.3897/contrib.entomol.76.e185085

24/09/2026

Congratulations Ms Betty Quiñones and Ms. Cristine Paderog for passing the comprehensive exam in candidature for the degree of MS Biology major in Systematics with cognate in Biodiversity and Conservation.
Adviser: Dr. Dave P. Buenavista
Dr. Romeo R. Patano Jr.
Dr. Aprille Joy L. Tenizo

18/09/2026

Congratulations Mr. Kerk John Sanchez for passing the comprehensive exam in candidature for the degree of M.S. Biology major in Animal Biology with cognate in Biodiversity and Conservation.
Adviser: Dr. Dave P. Buenavista
Members: Dr. Joliesa Mae S. Toledo
Dr. Aprille Joy L. Tenizo

15/09/2026

Congratulations Mr. Adrian Aturo for passing the comprehensive exam in candidature for the degree of MS Biology major in Biodiversity and Conservation with cognate in Systematics.
Adviser: Dr. Dave P. Buenavista
Dr. Romeo R. Patano Jr.
Asst. Prof. Benjo A. Logramonte

10/09/2026

Congratulations to Ms. Cutee Sophia Patriarca for passing the comprehensive examination in candidature for the degree, MS Biology major in Animal Biology with cognate in Biodiversity and Conservation.
Thesis Adviser: Dr. Alma B. Mohagan

09/09/2026

Aha naman ang mga Enemel? Sign to reunite with batchmates na ba?

03/09/2026

Our warmest and most heartfelt congratulations to our PhD student, Yves Paul M. Montero, PhD in Biology (Systematics, minor in Genetics), for successfully passing his Oral Comprehensive Examination!

05/08/2026

We are Hiring!

[HIRING] The Institute of Biological Sciences – Animal Biology Division is hiring one (1) Instructor under a Contract of Service (COS) for the First Semester, AY 2026–2027.

QUALIFICATIONS
[1] Must hold a Master of Science in Biology with specialization in Animal Biology or Physiology
[2] Must have an excellent academic record
[3] Preferably has teaching and/or research experience in higher education
[4] Preferably has relevant research publications

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
[1] Application letter addressed to:

ROLITO G. EBALLE, PhD
University President
Central Mindanao University
Through proper channels

[2] Copy of Diploma and Official Transcript of Records (TOR)
[3] CSC Form 212 – Personal Data Sheet (Revised 2017)
[4] Curriculum Vitae (CV) with supporting documents
[5] Letter of Recommendation

SUBMISSION DETAILS
Email your application to: [email protected]

Deadline: August 7, 2026 (Friday)

28/07/2026

We are thrilled to share the latest Scopus-indexed publication from ABD authored by Ms. Jasmin Rizalda and Dr. Dave P. Buenavista.

Full paper is freely available at:
https://journal.biotrop.org/index.php/biotropia/article/view/2567/976

28/07/2026

Huge congratulations to our very own ABD Professor, 𝐃𝐫. 𝐑𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐥 𝐀𝐥𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐞-𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐚!