UP Institute of Biology

18/05/2026

15/05/2026

The Institute of Biology is proud to be the venue of the upcoming UP Center for Education and Development (CEDEV) Panel Discussion on General Education. We are opening our doors to local and international experts for this critical dialogue on the future of higher education. Whether you are a regular at IB or visiting our halls for the first time, join us for a broad, comparative look at how GE reform is shaping the next generation of graduates.

15/05/2026

The Institute of Biology is pleased to announce the return of a beloved tradition: Biogyugan 2026! This year, our junior batch has prepared a special evening to honor the hard work and upcoming graduation of our Seniors (Batch 2026). We invite all faculty members and the graduating class to join us at the IB Open Area for a "Pajama Party" themed celebration designed to help everyone find their circadian rhythm and unwind.

As we celebrate this milestone, we encourage everyone to come in their most comfortable sleepwear—be it a classic pajama set, a cozy onesie, or a favorite science-themed tee as shown in our dress code guide. To help our juniors finalize the preparations for this send-off, please ensure you RSVP by May 18 by scanning the QR code provided in the invitation. We look forward to seeing our faculty and seniors come together for this night of fun and fellowship!

15/05/2026

The Institute of Biology warmly invites students, faculty, alumni, and members of the university community to a special seminar featuring Dr. Nattawut Sareein from Chiang Mai University. Dr. Sareein will deliver a lecture entitled “Mosquito Diversity, Community Structure, and Insecticide Susceptibility in Tourism Hotspots: Implications for Surveillance and Monitoring” on May 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM in Room 117, Institute of Biology.

15/05/2026

Please be advised of a change in venue for the MS Thesis Examination of Ms. Taguas. The examination will now be held in Room 203.

15/05/2026

The Institute of Biology invites all interested individuals to attend the Doctoral Examination of MARJO V. MENDOZA, entitled “Understanding leptospirosis across the pathogen-host-environment continuum: an integrated molecular study of Leptospira in environmental and clinical settings,” on May 29, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The defense will be held in person in Room 203, Institute of Biology, University of the Philippines Diliman. Those who wish to join virtually must register in advance using the link below to receive the Zoom meeting details.
Zoom registration link: https://up-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/N2TzeLq9Q5OyhsbfLPPOsg #/registration

15/05/2026

The Institute of Biology invites all interested individuals to attend the Doctoral Examination of VIENNA AI MARIE V. DELA CERNA, entitled “Exploring the Biofertilizer Potential of Cyanobacteria Using Genomics- and Metabolomics-based Approaches,” on June 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The defense will be held in person in Room 203, Institute of Biology, University of the Philippines Diliman.

15/05/2026

The Institute of Biology invites all interested individuals to attend the MS Thesis Examination of John Christian DP. Teñoso, entitled “Chemotherapy response and differential gene expression in 3D vs 2D culture of breast cancer cells” on June 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The presentation will be held in person in Room 117, Institute of Biology, University of the Philippines Diliman.

12/05/2026

The Institute of Biology invites all interested individuals to attend the MS Thesis Examination of JOSFRED J. RIVA, entitled “Whole Genome Analysis of Thermotolerant Weissella confusa with Anti-Salmonella Activity Isolated from Traditional Filipino Dish, Sarsa na Uyang” on May 29, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The presentation will be held in person in Room 203, Institute of Biology, University of the Philippines Diliman.

12/05/2026

The Institute of Biology invites all interested individuals to attend the MS Thesis Examination of MARGIAN ERICA S. TAGUAS, entitled “Paracrine Effect of Human Cutaneous T Cell Lymphoblastoid (H9) on Neuroblastoma (SH-SY5Y): An In Vitro Model of Immune Exhaustion-Induced Neuronal Stress” on June 3, 2026, at 1:00 PM. The presentation will be held in person in Room 155, Institute of Biology, University of the Philippines Diliman.

12/05/2026

The Institute of Biology invites all interested individuals to attend the MS Thesis Examination of MARCUS ALLAN GIL O. SO, entitled “Functional characterization and comparative genome analysis of a lactic acid bacterium isolated from the Filipino dish burong isda (fermented rice-fish mixture)” on May 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM. The presentation will be held in person in Room 203, Institute of Biology, University of the Philippines Diliman. Those who wish to join virtually must register in advance using the link below to receive the Zoom meeting details.
Zoom registration link: https://up-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/pJbsMNwxTMe72vOP2Trj8w #/registration