BIOTA Calabarzon Chapter

05/06/2026

The BIOTA Calabarzon Chapter presents a Capacity Building Webinar series entitled: Enhancing Biology Teachers' Research Competencies. This free webinar series is co-hosted by the Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. and is open to all BIOTA-CALABARZON and PSM Inc. members.
Third session will be on 13 June 2026 at 1:30 PM featuring the following sessions:
"Animal Research for High School" with Asst. Prof. Imee Rose E. Felipe (UPLB)
"Data analysis and visualization guide for high school biological research" with Assoc. Prof. Maria Eleanor B. Aurellado (UPLB)
How to Join:
1. Scan the QR code in the image to register.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/wyioMwc9enhd2wQf7
2. Check your email! The link will be sent to all pre-registered participants.
Link to Membership to BIOTA-CALABARZON Chapter: https://bit.ly/4uieGfi

15/05/2026

The BIOTA Calabarzon Chapter presents a Capacity Building Webinar series entitled: Enhancing Biology Teachers' Research Competencies. This free webinar series is co-hosted by the Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. and is open to all BIOTA-CALABARZON and PSM Inc. members.

Second session will be on 23 May 2026 at 1:30 PM featuring the following sessions:
"Understanding floral biology and pollination for high school scientific research" with Assoc. Prof. Rodelina C. Deyto (UPLB)
"Biosafety and Biosecurity for High School Research" with Asst. Prof. Angelo DV. Dela Tonga (UPM)
How to Join:
1. Scan the QR code in the image to register.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/XLbVESKr76yGvxNX8
2. Check your email! The link will be sent to all pre-registered participants.
Link to Membership to BIOTA-CALABARZON Chapter: https://bit.ly/4uieGfi

04/05/2026

The BIOTA Calabarzon Chapter presents a Capacity Building Webinar series entitled: Enhancing Biology Teachers' Research Competencies. This free webinar series is co-hosted by the Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. and is open to all BIOTA-CALABARZON and PSM Inc. members.

The series will kick start on 09 May 2026 at 1:30 PM featuring the following sessions:

"Teaching SHS Capstone Research: From Compliance to Scientific Thinking" with Prof. Charina Gracia B. Banaay (UPLB)

"From Idea to Experiment: Designing Feasible Microbiology Research for High School Students" with Prof. Thomas Edison E. Dela Cruz (UST)

How to Join:

1. Scan the QR code in the image to register.
Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3RgKyTk
2. Check your email! The link will be sent to all pre-registered participants.

Link to Membership to BIOTA-CALABARZON Chapter: https://bit.ly/4uieGfi

See you all there! 🐝🌿🍄‍🟫👩‍🏫🧑‍🏫👨‍🏫

26/04/2026

BIOTA-CALABARZON was awarded third best chapter during the 60th BIOTA National Convention.

20/04/2026

BIOTA-CALABARZON Chapter Members in Action!

Our chapter members actively participated in the recent 60th BIOTA National Convention at Bicol.

Assoc. Prof. Ronilo Jose D. Flores presented during the panel discussion on the topic about Planetary Health as a Transdisciplinary Lens for Biology Education, Research and Public Service in the Philippines

Assoc. Prof. Abriel S. Bulasag, Asst. Prof Ma. Grechelle Lyn D. Perez and Ronne Matthews Castillo also presented the topic Reimagining Biology Instructions through BioFlix 3.0 during the panel discussions. In addition, their team held a BioFlix workshop, which was attended by numerous biology and research teachers.

Asst. Prof. John Vincent R. Pleto, Asst. Prof. Ivy Amor Lambio and Asst. Prof. Romella T. Beringuela served as panel judges during the Young Biologist Forum and Research-Seminar Lectures.

BIOTA-CALABARZON members actively engaged in the BIOTA National Convention, contributing to scientific exchange, collaboration, and advancement of biological sciences in the region and the country.

Stay tuned for our upcoming webinars and workshops.

Photo credits: Asst. Prof. Ivy Amor Lambio

17/04/2026

BIOTA-CALABARZON goes to Bicol for the National Convention

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17/03/2026

We are pleased to formally introduce the dedicated educators and professionals leading the Biology Teachers Association (BIOTA) of the Philippines - CALABARZON Chapter.

Under this leadership, the chapter remains committed to fostering excellence in biology education, promoting scientific literacy, and strengthening the network of biology educators across the region, from secondary to higher education🔬🌱🧬🌿

22/01/2026

2 DAYS TO GO!

Check out the Program of Activities for the BIOTA Regional Conference 2026 and see what’s in store for everyone this coming Saturday! 👀✨

♻️Also, as we practice sustainability, we encourage the participants to bring their own tumblers or cups for water and coffee.

See you there!

20/01/2026

🎉 4 DAYS TO GO! 🎉

The BIOTA-CALABARZON Regional Conference 2026 is almost here! 🌿 Let's get to know our amazing speakers and be inspired before the big day. 💪🏼✨

📅 Saturday, January 24
📍 UPLB

We can’t wait to see you there!

01/01/2026