Training Workshops on Measurement Uncertainty of Analytical Results and Internal Quality Control in the Analytical Laboratory

The Regional Standards and Testing Laboratories (RSTL) of the Department of Science and Technology Region X (DOST-X), in collaboration with the Northern Mindanao Laboratory Consortium (NorMin LABCON) Foundation Inc. and the Department of Chemistry of Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan invite interested laboratories to two Training-Workshops to be held at Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines on November 2013

18-19 November 2013 (Training Workshop on Measurement Uncertainty of Analytical Results)
21-22 November 2013 (Training Workshop on Internal Quality Control in the Analytical Laboratory)

Resource Speaker: Mr. Lorens Peter Sibbesen of EURACHEM

For more information, please contact:

Mr. Admer Rey C. Dablio
DOST-X RSTL
norminlabcon@yahoo.com
+6388 8502653
+63917 7965392

Attachments:

Philippine Chemists Participate in the 15th Asian Chemical Congress

By Armando M. Guidote Jr.

As a high point to research in the Asia-Pacific region, the Asian Chemical Congress (ACC) held from 19-23 August 2013 at the Resorts World Sentosa, Singapore provide chemists with an opportunity to meet, network and learn what’s trailblazing in their areas of interest. This year, the 15th Congress came full circle and returned to where it was first organized by the Singapore National Institute of Chemistry (SNIC). A contingent of Filipino chemists coming from the Ateneo de Manila University, De La Salle University, Central Bicol State University of Agricultural, DepEd, DOST, Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology, University of the Philippines Manila and the University of St. La Salle in Bacolod attended the event.

The Conference which attracted approximately 1,650 participants from all over the world had three Nobel Prize winners among the Plenary Speakers: Prof. Aaron Ciechanover, Prof. Akira Suzuki and Prof. Ei-ichi Negishi.

Prof. Akira Suzuki, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry 2010, with Dr. Regina So of Ateneo de Manila University and Dr. Rap Espiritu of De La Salle University Manila.

Prof. Akira Suzuki, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry 2010, with Dr. Regina So of Ateneo de Manila University and Dr. Rap Espiritu of De La Salle University Manila.

The ACC is a biennial conference hosted by member countries of the Federation of Asian Chemical Societies (FACS) which comprises 30 chemical societies of countries and territories in Asia and the Pacific. The Philippines hosted the ACC way back in 1995. The 2017 ACC will be held in Bangladesh while the 2019 ACC will be in Hokkaido, Japan.

Prof. Aaron Ciechanover, Nobel Prize Winner in Chemistry 2004, with Ms. Krishna De Guzman (left) and Ms. Ofelia Silverio (right).

Prof. Aaron Ciechanover, Nobel Prize Winner in Chemistry 2004, with Ms. Krishna De Guzman (left) and Ms. Ofelia Silverio (right).

Aside from the plenary talks, special symposia, parallel talks and poster sessions, there were also an Editors’ Forum (Angewandte Chemie, Nature Chemistry, Journal of the American Chemical Society and Green Chemistry), Pioneers from Asia Lectures and the Asian Rising Star Lectures.

ACC participants from the Department of Science & Technology.

ACC participants from the Department of Science & Technology.

Prof. Ei-ichi Nigishi, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry 2010, with Prof. Luchie Ilao and Dr. Noel Quiming of University of the Philippines Manila.

Prof. Ei-ichi Nigishi, Nobel Prize winner in Chemistry 2010, with Prof. Luchie Ilao and Dr. Noel Quiming of University of the Philippines Manila.

September 2013 Chemist Licensure Examination results released in two (2) working days

From the PRC Official Website

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) announces that 320 out of 571 passed the Chemist Licensure Examination given by the Board of Chemistry in Manila this September 2013.

The members of the Board of Chemistry are Ms. Adoracion P. Resurreccion, Chairman and Ms. Soledad S. Castañeda, Member.

The results were released in two (2) working days after the last day of examination.

Registration for the issuance of Professional Identification Cards (ID) and Certificates of Registration will be on September 24 – 25, 2013 at the Registration Division. Those who will register are required to bring the following: duly accomplished Oath Form or Panunumpa ng Propesyonal, current Community Tax Certificate (cedula), 1 piece passport size picture (colored with white background and complete nametag), 2 sets of metered documentary stamps and 1 short brown envelope with name and profession and to pay the Initial Registration Fee of P600 and Annual Registration Fee of P450 for 2013-2016. Successful examinees should personally register and sign in the Roster of Registered Professionals.

The date and venue for the oathtaking ceremony of the new successful examinees in the said examination WILL BE ANNOUNCED LATER.

Attachments (from the PRC Official Website):

ICP’s PNP Cluster Established

The ICP welcomes its newest cluster composed of chemists in the Philippine National Police Crime Laboratory. The officers of the Philippine Association of Forensic Chemists (PASSFORCHEM) were inducted into office by the Deputy Chief of the PNP for Administration, PDDG Ager P. Ontog, Jr., during the celebration of the 68th PNP Crime Laboratory Founding Anniversary which was held in the PNP multi-Purpose Center, Camp Crame, on June 17, 2013.

Read the entire article on the ICP Website.

Amelia Guevara is 2013 Outstanding Chemist

By Dr. Irene Villaseñor and Dr. Lilibeth Coo

The Outstanding Chemist for 2013 is given to Dr. Amelia Peralta Guevara, Undersecretary, Department of Science and Technology. She obtained her BS, MS, and PhD Chemistry degrees from the University of the Philippines Diliman. She dedicated most of her professional service to U.P. where she rendered outstanding service as a faculty member and researcher. She conducted research in the areas of Natural Products Chemistry and the Chemistry of Mutagens.

Read the entire article from the ICP Website.

Chemists Win in 2013 NAST Talent Search for Young Scientists

By Armando M. Guidote Jr. and Carlos P. Garcia

Drs. Aaron Joseph L. Villaraza, Manuel Joseph C. Loquias and Allan Patrick G. Macabeo are the recipients of the 2013 National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) Talent Search for Young Scientists. These National Award winners were honored last 11 July 2013, during the Awarding and Closing Ceremonies of the NAST 35th Annual Scientific Meeting held at the Manila Hotel.

Dr. Aaron Joseph L. Villaraza receiving First Prize in the 2013 NAST Talent Search for Young Scientists.

Dr. Aaron Joseph L. Villaraza receiving First Prize in the 2013 NAST Talent Search for Young Scientists.

Dr. Villaraza was awarded for outstanding scientific and technological contribution entitled “Macro-molecules, dendrimers, and nanomaterials in magnetic resonance imaging: The interplay between size, function, and pharmacokinetics”. He is currently an Associate Professor of the Institute of Chemistry of the University of the Philippines Diliman. He completed his PhD in Chemistry in 2008 at the School of Chemistry of Manchester University, working on the synthesis of heteropolymetallic lanthanide complexes for in vivo biological imaging. He was awarded a Cancer Research Training Fellowship at the National Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. In 2010 he received his current faculty appointment at the University of the Philippines Diliman and teaches courses in Introductory and Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. Since 2010, in addition to teaching, he has also spent several months abroad in the Departments of Biology and Pharmacy of the University of Utah working on fluorescent marine snail toxins, and more recently, as a Visiting Academic at Oxford University’s Chemistry Research Laboratory, working on the synthesis of neuroactive bacterial secondary metabolites and their lanthanide conjugates. Dr. Villaraza helps out with the management of the new Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) facility of UP Diliman, and serves as coordinator for a General Chemistry course. He also co-manages the PMS-ICBG research program, a drug discovery program from marine sources funded by the US NIH-FIRCA.

Dr. Allan Macabeo receiving Third Prize in the 2013 NAST Talent Search for Young Scientists.

Dr. Allan Macabeo receiving Third Prize in the 2013 NAST Talent Search for Young Scientists.

Dr. Macabeo was awarded Third prize for his work “Stereoselective routes to aryl substituted -butyrolactones and their application towards the synthesis of highly oxidized furanocembranoids”. He initiated his research career back at the University of San Tomas after receiving a doctorate degree from the Institut für Organische Chemie, Universität Regensburg in 2011 under Prof. Dr. Oliver Reiser’s tutelage. His doctoral research focussed on the total synthesis of furanolactone cembranoids. An alumnus of Santo Tomas (BS Chemistry 1999; MS Chemistry 2003), he was awarded various fellowships including the DFG Research Fellowship (March-May 2011), Universität Regensburg and recently, the National Research Foundation (NRF)-Funded Visiting Research Fellowship (Prof. Zhao Yu Research Group), National University of Singapore, last April-June 2012. Those who know Allan describe him as a researcher, foremost, whose interest in naturally derived biologically active compounds brings the discipline of chemistry to answer problems traditionally dealt with by synthetic chemists.

Dr. Manuel Joseph C. Loquias (Mathematics) of the Institute of Mathematics, University of the Philippines-Diliman cited for his work entitled “Coincidence isometries of a shifted square lattice” bagged the Second prize, to round up this year’s winners. The NAST Talent Search for Young Scientists principal aim is to encourage young people to pursue a career in science. This year’s winners were selected from a total of nine competitors from across different academic institutions.

KIMIKA Holds Successful Writing Workshop

By Armando M. Guidote Jr.

KIMIKA, the Journal of the Philippine Federation of Chemistry Societies, held a three-day writing workshop last 10-12 April as part of the 2013 Philippine Chemistry Congress at the Silliman University Library’s American Studies Resource Center.

2013 KIMIKA Writing Workshop

The writing workshop was made agreeable that even the most reluctant of writers met the expectations for writing workshop. To date, there have been six completed manuscripts submitted. The Workshop was facilitated by Dr. Drexel Camacho – KIMIKA Editor-in-Chief. It began with a talk on the qualities of manuscripts accepted by Kimika given by Dr. Nina Rojas and Mr. Elliard Roswell Yanza. The participants were then assigned to different mentors for individual guidance.

2013 KIMIKA Writing Workshop Participants, and KIMIKA Editorial Board Members and other mentors

The mentors were led by the Kimika Editorial Board members: Dr. Drexel Camacho and the Field Editors: Dr. Nina Rojas (Biochemistry), Dr. Alicia Aguinaldo (Natural Products), Dr. Susan Arco (Organic Chemistry), and Dr. Josephine Castañares (Analytical Chemistry). The other mentors were Dr. Lourdes Guidote, Dr. Nestor Valera and Dr. Rene Macahig.

Workshop Participants:

  1. Lavilla, Charlie (MSU-IIT)
  2. Lagua, Faith Marie G. (De La Salle University)
  3. Labastilla, Evelyn M. (Tarlac State University)
  4. Cabugos-Flores, Annabelle (De La Salle University and DOST)
  5. Reyes, Ronald L. (Ateneo de Manila University)
  6. Ramal, Allan A. (University of San Carlos)
  7. Junio, Melanie O. (University of the Assumption)
  8. Tabunag, Jenny Syl D. (MSU-IIT)
  9. Yanza, Elliard Roswell (Ateneo de Manila University)
  10. dela Rosa, Francis M. (PTRI-DOST)
  11. Castillo, Leah (FNRI-DOST)
  12. Abrea, Anthony (PSHS-CVISC)
  13. Medrano, Irma G. (Ateneo de Naga University)
  14. Villegas, Lora Mae G. (University of San Carlos)
  15. Yachob-Saddalani, Sheeva(Western Mindanao State University)
  16. Sy, Jennifer (Pamantasan ng Lungsod na Maynila)

The workshop was made possible by support from the Commission on Higher Education and the Silliman University. Efficient assistance was given by Mr. Francis Biyok of the Silliman University Department of Chemistry.

Plans are currently being made for the 2014 Kimika Writing Workshop as part of the Philippine Chemistry Congress in Naga City, Camarines Sur.

An Overview of Philippine Chemical Laws, Regulations and Agencies

The Integrated Chemists of the Philippines
is pleased to invite you to attend the 2-day
Continuing Professional Education Training-Workshop on:

An Overview of Philippine Chemical Laws, Regulations and Agencies

15-16 August 2013 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
PNP Multi-Purpose Center, Camp Crame, EDSA, Quezon City

Chemicals are central to our society, economy, and modern lifestyle. However, many people who deal with chemicals are unaware of the various laws that regulate access to, use, handling, and disposal of chemicals, and which government agencies have jurisdiction over them. Whether you are in industry, government or the academe, these chemical regulations affect you. 

This ICP seminar shall discuss the different laws and regulations related to chemicals. The ICP is inviting regulatory experts and government agency representatives to provide an overview of the laws and regulations that you need to know. Industry practitioners will also provide examples of best practices in regulatory compliance. The list of topics is as follows: 

Regulation Agency
IRR for Title II: The Management of Chemicals and Toxic Substances (DENR AO 29 and RA 6969) DENR-EMB
The Rules and Regulations for Implementing RA. 9711 for Household/Urban Hazardous Substances (FDA Act of 2009) FDA
Rules and Regulations for the Control and Supervision of the Importation, Sale and Possession of Chemicals Used as Ingredients in the Manufacture of Explosives and for other purposes (RA 8294, EO No. 552) PNP
Rules and Regulations in the Implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety Standards when Handling Chemicals in the Workplace (PD 442) OSHC
Implementing Rules and Regulations for the Registration and Management of Dangerous Drugs and Controlled Precursors and Essential Chemicals (RA 9165) PDEA
Importation Regulations BOC

Workshop Fee (covers handouts, lunch and snacks):

 

Early Registration (before April 2, 2013)

Regular Registration (after April 2 or onsite)

ICP Members

PHP 800.00

PHP 1,000.00

Non-ICP Members

PHP 1,000.00

PHP 1,200.00

Registration may be made on-line through email: icp.org.ph
Or through our website: www:icp.org.ph

Please remit payment through the Bank of the Philippine Islands, Loyola Katipunan Branch.
Name of Account: Integrated Chemists of the Philippines
Current Account Number: 3081-0830-95
Please email copy of payment slip to ICP office to guarantee reservation.

Chemistry and Industry and the 2013 PACT General Assembly and Election of Board Members

The Philippine Association of Chemistry Teachers, Inc. (PACT) and Miriam College invite you to a seminar on:

Chemistry and Industry

and to the

2013 PACT General Assembly and Election of Board Members

27 July 2013
Lecture Room, SMT Building, Miriam College
Katipunan Ave., Loyola Heights, Quezon City

Program

8:00 Registration
8:30

Invocation
Welcome Remarks

Opening Remarks
Dr. Myrna S. Rodriquez
Associate Professor in Chemistry, UPLB
PACT President (2012-2013)

8:45

Introduction of the Guest Speaker

Talk: “Chemistry and the Industry”
Speaker: Mr. Roberto Batungbacal
President, Samahan sa Pilipinas ng Mga Industriyang Kimika (SPIK) and Country Manager – Philippines, Dow Chemical Pacific Limited
Open Forum

10:30

Business Meeting
Elections
President’s Report
Treasurer’s Report

Announcement of Election Results

Other Matters

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Venue is limited to 100 seats. Non-life members will be charged a fee of PHP 150 at the registration area.

For more information, please contact:

Ms. Grace F. Azares
College of Education
University of Santo Tomas
gfazares@yahoo.com
+639174416252

2014 Philippine National Chemistry Olympiad

Organized by the: Kapisanang Kimika ng Pilipinas (KKP)

08 April 2014
Ateneo de Naga University, Naga City, Camarines Sur

For more information, please contact:

Nestor S. Valera, Ph.D.
President, KKP
nsvalera@gmail.com