VSU Tolosa Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics

17/05/2026

Congratulations to Sir Remmer Salas, faculty member of the Department of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, for being part of the research team from the University of the Philippines Diliman that developed ISCAPE, an AI tool designed to accelerate antibiotic discovery. Your remarkable contribution to science and innovation brings pride and inspiration to our department and the entire academic community.

UP chemists develop AI tool to speed up antibiotic discovery

Researchers from the University of the Philippines Diliman College of Science have created an AI system called ISCAPE that helps quickly identify peptides (small proteins) that could act as antibiotics.

The AI tool was developed by Remmer Salas, Dr. Portia Mahal Sabido, and Dr. Ricky Nellas.

Instead of testing each compound in the lab one by one, the tool uses a simple molecular code (SMILES) to predict whether a peptide can kill or stop the growth of E. coli, a bacteria that can cause food poisoning, diarrhea, and urinary tract infections.

The AI also explains which parts of a molecule make it effective, helping scientists design better antibiotic candidates faster and with fewer experiments.

The tool is publicly available online through Hugging Face Spaces, with its code and data also shared on GitHub for other researchers to use and improve.

The research titled “Interpretable support vector classifier for reliable prediction of antibacterial activity of modified peptides against Escherichia coli” is published in the Journal of Molecular Graphics and Modelling.

13/04/2026

𝘏𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘬 𝘮𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘵, 𝘩𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘬 𝘮𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘵, 𝘩𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘬 𝘮𝘰 𝘢𝘯𝘨 𝑩𝒆𝒕𝒂 𝒗𝒖𝒍𝒈𝒂𝒓𝒊𝒔!!

𝘿𝙖𝙪𝙘𝙪𝙨 𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙖 🥕 𝘢𝘯𝘰 𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘢?
𝙄𝙭𝙤𝙧𝙖 𝙘𝙤𝙘𝙘𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙖 🌷 𝘢𝘯𝘰 𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘢?

Dearest Tolosa Viscans!, Join us! In celebrating the 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐲 with the theme 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐄𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐞𝐬: 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 at the VSU Tolosa Fisheries Grounds! Today, April 13, 2026, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM!

‎Let's go to the Zea mays-ing 🌽 interactive exhibits, booths, and free plants.
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‎See you!!
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26/03/2026

Congratulations to Sir Remmer Salas, one of our faculty members from the Department of Natural and Mathematical Sciences, for their latest research publication!

Your dedication to advancing knowledge and contributing to the scientific community continues to inspire both colleagues and students. This achievement reflects the department’s commitment to excellence in research and innovation.

We are proud of you and look forward to more impactful contributions in the future!

24/03/2026

Are you interested in using data and mathematics to better understand the natural world?

The Department of Natural and Mathematical Sciences of Visayas State University Tolosa proudly invites you to this specialized event:

Modeling Biosystems 101: An Introduction to Biological and Ecological Modeling | March 26, 2026 (Thursday)

This seminar-workshop is designed to equip participants with foundational knowledge on how scientific modeling can be used to analyze and interpret complex biological and ecological interactions.

Enhance your research toolkit and gain valuable insights into the integration of biology and mathematics.

Simply scan the QR code on the poster to register and secure your slot in this virtual event!

Don’t miss this opportunity to bridge the gap between biology and mathematics. See you there!

15/06/2025

Highlights from our Unity Camp 2025!
Moments of laughter, learning, and lasting connections at Island Nature Spring, San Jorge, Samar
Together, we grow stronger, as one DNSM

15/06/2025

The Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics spent a meaningful time together at The Island Nature Spring, San Jorge, Samar for a unity camp in one refreshing space.

It was a great chance to reconnect, build stronger ties, and reflect on our shared goals as a team.

Here’s to growing together, inside and outside the workplace.

29/05/2025

🧬Shape your future! Help us with a feasibility study for a 𝗕𝗦 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆!💻

Are you curious about how 𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 + 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 is transforming healthcare and agriculture? Then answer our survey for us to offer 𝗕𝗦 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗺𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 at the 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 of Visayas State University Tolosa.

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03/12/2024

The VSU Tolosa Department of Arts and Sciences spearheads English Month Celebration. 🫶🏼

28/11/2024

DAS Faculty Members thrive with an award for best in video script and presentation.

Our very own DAS faculty members earned accolades in video scriptwriting and presentation during the Seminar and Workshop on IEC Materials Design and Production held on November 21-22, 2024, at the KOICA Conference Room, VSU Tolosa Campus.

The seminar, attended by faculty members from the different colleges of VSU Tolosa, aimed to enhance skills in creating instructional slides and videos to improve teaching strategies and learner engagements. The highlight of the event was the awarding ceremony recognizing participants who demonstrated exceptional creativity and technical expertise in crafting educational materials.

Mr. Jet Lee S. Olimberio, the head of Department of Arts and Sciences, together with Miss Aira Anibail B. Llevado, Ms. Lizel M. Laurente and Miss Syra C. Cinco, were the department’s participants, whose innovative video script and engaging presentation captivated the judges and attendees alike. Their submission was praised for its clarity, compelling narrative, and effective use of multimedia elements to simplify complex concepts for learners.

27/06/2024

VSU Tolosa is looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our esteemed institution. We have 23 faculty positions available across various disciplines.

Apply now and be part of our dynamic team in shaping the future of education!

| VSU Tolosa wishes to inform the public of the following available teaching positions for the 1st SEMESTER, AY, 2024-2025.

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CSC Minimum Qualifications:
1) Education: Relevant Master's Degree
2) Experience: Preferably with teaching experience
3) Training: Preferably with research training/experience (None required for Guest Lecturers)
4) Eligibility: PRC License, if applicable

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Twenty-three [23] Faculty Positions (for Part-time and Substitute)

Fields of Specialization:
1. Five (5) Social Science
2. Four (4) Chemistry
3. One (1) Biology
4. One (1) English
5. Three (3) Fisheries
6. Two (2) Physics
7. Two (2) Mathematics
8. Four (4) Criminology
9. One (1) Physical Education

Six [6] Faculty Positions (as Guest Lecturer)

Fields of Specialization:
1. Five (5) Lawyers who will teach law subjects/courses
2. One (1) Law Enforcement Operation

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Applicants must possess the following competencies:

*** Core Competencies ***
1) Exemplifying integrity and professionalism (Level 2)
2) Delivering service excellence (Level 2)
3) Communication savvy (Level 2)
4) Interpersonal relationship management (Level 2)
5) Change adaptation (Level 2)
6) Gender-responsive management (Level 1)

*** Functional Competencies ***
1) Facilitating Learner-centered Environment (Level 2)
2) Innovative Learning Strategies (Level 2)
3) Innovative Instructional Materials Development (Level 2)
4) Filipino Values Restoration (Level 4)
5) Publication Writing (Level 2)

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Qualified diverse applicants are encouraged to apply. Interested applicants must submit send their application letter, resume, and other pertinent documents (photocopies of the certificate of training/seminars, diploma, TOR, applicable license or eligibility, certificate of employment from the previous employer (if any), and other highly relevant credentials), NOT LATER THAN JULY 6, 2024.

Address your application letter to:
QUENSTEIN D. LAUZON, Ph.D.
Chancellor
Visayas State University Tolosa
Tanghas, Tolosa, Leyte

Enclose your application letter, resume, and other pertinent documents in a long white folder with your full name and the position you applied for on the front cover. Hand over your folder to the staff at the Human Resources Management Office, 1F, KOICA Building.

REMINDER: Incomplete documents and/or those with no signatures will not be processed.

Grab this chance to join us in molding young minds for nation-building!

27/05/2024

In an enthusing educational visit, VSU Tolosa students taking up Humn 12n Reading Visual Arts visited the Sto. Niño Shrine and Heritage Museum, and the Espazio | Arts and History Café to explore and learn different visual art exhibits, last April 2024.

The visit was organized by the course instructors under the Department of Arts and Sciences, and aimed to enhance the students' understanding of this pivotal period in art history. The aim is also to introduce students to the languages, concepts, and practices of art through analyzing visual and art historical perspectives. Students will be engaged in discussions, galleries talk, and exhibits about the interpretation of the elements of art. The students, guided by the museum's experienced curators, marveled at several iconic works. It was a good note that the visit significantly enriched the student's learning experience, providing a tangible connection to their classroom studies.

Mark Jethro Afable, a BSCrim student, remarked, "Seeing these masterpieces up close was incredible. It brought everything we've learned to life."

The successful visit underscored the value of experiential learning and the importance of integrating cultural experiences into the educational curriculum.