Science Week 2012 “Practically Physics”

Science Week 2012 “Practically Physics”

Science Week 2012 “Practically Physics”

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES MANILA The Health Sciences Center

Taft Ave., Ermita, Manila, 1000

Office of the Chancellor

MESSAGE

I commend the Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics for keeping the flames of science constantly alive here at UP Manila through this Annual Science Week activity. As a scientific institution that promotes quality health and well-being, UP Manila actively joins and even spearheads efforts and activities that enhance science consciousness among its constituents and the public. Apart from course offerings and research programs, the celebration of Science Week every year is one way of helping contribute to greater science awareness and recognition. A strong science component forms a central part of that research entrepreneurial university that my administration is envisioning for UP Manila. Towards this goal, CAS’ expertise in the physical and natural sciences can be fully tapped through collaborative research partnerships with other colleges at UP Manila and outside institutions. The theme for this year, “Practically Physics”, is admittedly, a fascinating and difficult branch of science. Yet, its role and importance in everyday life is not that known to many people. It is common for students pursuing non-science degrees to wonder about the relevance of Physics in our lives and be apathetic in appreciating its essence. This is a reminder to our curriculum planners and faculty members to explore more creative and innovative ways of teaching and learning the subject. Society’s dependence on technology represents the importance of Physics in daily life. Many aspects of modern society would not have been possible without the important scientific discoveries made in the past that were anchored on the concepts of physics. Discoveries such as magnetism, electricity, conductors and others made modern conveniences, such as television, computers, phones and other business and home technologies possible. Modern means of transportation, such as aircraft and telecommunications, have drawn people across the world closer together – all relying on concepts in physics. This commemoration is a fitting venue for the promotion of CAS’ new undergraduate degree offering, “BS Applied Physics.” I hope it succeeds in generating more interest and recognition of Physics among our students and the rest of the constituents. Once again, happy Science Week! MANUEL B. AGULTO, MD

Professor and Chancellor

Science Week 2012 “Practically Physics”

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES MANILA

Padre Faura St., Ermita, Manila

Office of the Dean

MESSAGE

On behalf of the College of Arts and Sciences, let me congratulate the Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics for celebrating its annual Science Week, with the theme, “Practically Physics.” Allow me also to congratulate the Department for finally offering this new degree program. While this program was not included in the list of UP courses in the UPCAT application form last year, one block of freshmen who themselves are not of low caliber constituted the initial physics block for the current school year. The requirements for students to be accepted in this new program are high grades in science and mathematics, aside from passing the UPCAT score for UP Manila. Physics is an exciting field to go into. After graduating, you can focus on condensed matter physics, superconductivity, lasers and its applications, optics and photonics, image and signal processing, plasma physics, liquid crystals, statistical physics, field theory, complex systems, and physics education – all of which are alien to me. The program today, just to give you an example, shows the possibility of multi-disciplinary and trans-disciplinarity in your program – a physics problem can be solved through approaches from the computing sciences. There are not very many schools teaching applied physics in the Philippines. UPD Chancellor Caesar Saloma, in his paper in 2003, “Physics in the Philippines Today,” reported that only 18 schools provide undergraduate training in physics and applied physics, and only three of them offer PhD degree programs. As of April 2003, no more than 70 Filipinos hold a PhD in physics. That means that only one physics PhD exist out of one million Filipinos. I hope that our program will contribute significantly to the number of physicists in the country who will address real and pressing issues affective our people. I know this will be realized because I am confident that our applied physics program – through our select faculty – will demonstrate excellence in teaching, research and public service. Physics is more than an abstract area of research; it is also a powerful lens through which to view the everyday world. Everyday phenomena, toys and puzzles offer many interesting challenges and some lead to deep, interesting problems, especially in nonlinear science and mathematics. And they remind us why we got into Physics in the first place. I hope that you will stay in your program and not shift to other courses, realizing now how special your program is, and you will join a very select population in the Philippines and around the world. And when you graduate, remember that you are Iskolars ng Bayan – a select few in service of the Filipino people. Lastly, I hope everyone will participate in the various events and activities lined up by the DPSM for this week. Thank you very much. REYNALDO H. IMPERIAL, PhD

Professor and Dean

Science Week 2012 “Practically Physics”

DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES AND MATHEMATICS

COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES MANILA

Padre Faura St., Ermita, Manila

MESSAGE

Greetings! The theme of this year’s science week celebration is “Practically Physics”. This is consistent with our goal of celebrating the achievements of physics and its contributions to mankind. It is also our goal to increase the appreciation of students in physics and to promote awareness among students on the application of physics, especially in medicine. The application of physics in medicine is very significant. It is applied to medical imaging and radiotherapy. Diagnostic radiology, which includes X-rays, fluoroscopy, mammography, angiography, ultrasound, non-ionizing radiation (lasers, ultraviolet) and methods for taking image of the human body such as positron emission tomography (PET) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are some technologies that have physics applications. Activities such as lectures, exhibits, quiz contests for high school and college students, hands-on experiments and variety shows are organized to make physics interesting to students and to emphasize its creativity and uses. To all faculty, staff and students, I congratulate you for your endeavors to make a successful science week celebration. Also, I am grateful to all the sponsors for their donations to make our science week celebration more meaningful. MARCELINA B. LIRAZAN, PhD

Professor and Chair

Science Week 2012 “Practically Physics”

Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics College of Arts and Sciences

Administration

Marcelina B. Lirazan, Ph.D. Chair

Christopher Jay T. Robidillo, M.Sc. Unit Head, Chemistry Unit

Geoffrey A. Solano, M.Sc. Unit Head, Mathematical and Computing Sciences Unit

Sarah C. Johnson, M.Sc. Unit Head, Physics and Geology Unit

Science Week 2012 “Practically Physics”

Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics

College of Arts and Sciences

Faculty & Staff A.Y. 2011-2012

Chemistry Unit

Angeles, Arlou Kristina J.. Billones, Junie B., Ph.D. Carrillo, Maria Constancia O., Ph.D. Cruz, Fatima Joy C. Del Rosario, Joanne Marie M. Del Rosario, Maria Nora B., M.Sc. Dulla, Yevgeny Aster T. Ilao, Luciana V., M.Sc. Lirazan, Marcelina B., Ph.D. Mendoza, Ralph Julius L. Monzon, Danette C. Nicolas, Marilou G., Ph.D. Nuñez, Julius Andrew P. Organo, Voltaire G., Ph.D. Quiming, Noel S., Dr.Eng. Robidillo, Christopher Jay T., M.Sc. Sacramento, Jireh Joy D. Sanchez, Paul Gerald L. Sison, Kevin Anthony S. Vedad, Jayson D.R. Villarante, Nelson R., Ph.D. Zaragoza, Jan Paulo T. Physics and Geology Unit

Agsalon, Jude Justino A. Baclig, Alvin C., M.Sc. De Luna, Marie Josephine M., Ph.D. Domingo, Herbert B., M.Sc. Gabo, Astrid Korina S. Johnson, Sarah C., M.Sc.. Koh, Oliva C., Ed.D. Marquez, Edanjarlo J., Ph.D. Sombillo, Denny Lane B., M.Sc. Tumlos, Roy B., Ph.D.

Mathematical and Computing Sciences Unit

Anduyon, Randolph Val L. Baes, Gregorio B. Bagnol, John Riz V. Basco, Therese Anne G. Carpio, Avegail D., M.Sc. Chanco, Marielynn E. Chua, Richard Bryann L., M.Sc. Co, Aldrich Colin K. Dizon, Neil Kristofer V. Dumanon, Christopher George D. Espinosa, Jireh C. Gasmen, Perlita E. Gonzaga, Alex C., Ph.D., Dr.Eng. Llarenas, Ronald Florendo M. Magboo, Ma. Sheila A., M.Sc. Magboo, Vincent Peter C., M.D., M.Sc. Monterde, Little Hermie B. Poblador, Maria Sofia Criselda A. Solano, Geoffrey A., M.Sc. Sumalapao, Derick Erl P., M.Sc. Terrado, Bernie B.

Adjunct Faculty

Mendoza, Eduardo R., Ph.D. Administrative Staff

Capio, Alma S. Nulud, Shirley S. Laboratory Staff

Bagallon, Ruel D. Huelgas, Eden Dominga A. Huelgas, Engracio A. Legarda, Felix Peter V. Rubite, Renato H.

Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics College of Arts and Sciences

Steering Committee

Chair: Dr. Marcelina B. Lirazan Vice Chairs: Sarah C. Johnson Dr. Noel S. Quiming Christopher Jay T. Robidillo Geoffrey A. Solano Resource Generation: Geoffrey A. Solano, Marielynn E. Chanco Ma. Sheila A. Magboo, John Riz V. Bagno Dr. Vincent Peter C. Magboo

Opening Program and Symposium: Dr. Roy B. Tumlos Avegail D. Carpio, Dr. Junie B. Billones, Dr. Alex C. Gonzaga Science Fair: Yevgenny Aster T. Dulla Fatima Joy C. Cruz, Kevin Anthony S. Sison

Astrid Korina S. Gabo, Neil Kristofer V. Dizon

Qwizzardy: Dr. Voltaire G. Organo, Marielynn E. Chanco Dr. Edanjarlo J. Marquez, Joanne Marie M. Del Rosario Dr. Olivah C. Koh, Maria Nora B. Del Rosario Jireh C. Espinosa, Perlita E. Gasmen

Digi-Pelikula sa Manila: Jireh Joy D. Sacramento, Julius Andrew P. Nuñez

Little Hermie B. Monterde, Luciana V. Ilao Jayson D.R. Vedad, Ronald Florendo M. Llarenas

Souvenir Program and Invitation: Richard Bryann L. Chua Awards: Arlou Kristina J. Angeles Therese Anne G. Basco, Shirley S. Nulud

Eden Dominga A. Huelgas Physical Arrangements: Dr. Nelson R. Villarante, Anduyon Randolph Val L. Engragio A. Huelgas, Felix Peter V. Legarda, Ruel D. Bagallon Food: Shirley S. Nulud Alma S. Capio

UP SOCIETY OF COMPUTER SCIENTISTS The UP Society of Computer Scientists or UP SoComSci is a non-profit, non-stock, non-political, student organization that hopes to

promote greater awareness of computer technology and its wider application beneficial to the Filipino society.

OFFICERS FOR A.Y. 2011-2012

Executive President: Zach Andrei Marasigan

Executive Vice-President: John Althom Mendoza

Executive Secretary: Vennedy Malabanan

VP for Internal Affairs: Gerald Goco

VP for External Affairs: Aemilia Leopouldine Tibayan III

VP for Finance: Janella Marey Salcedo

VP for Members: Pebbe Kristel Bunoan

Board Members:

Lizette Daluz

Ruth Padilla

Joyce Anne Piscos

Jayrell Recido

Gionelle Tribiana

UP BIOCHEMISTRY SOCIETY The UP Biochemistry Society was formed in 1996 by Dino de Guzman, a BS Biochemistry student, with the

aim of promoting academic excellence, forging camaraderie and unity among members, fostering awareness of the potentials of

Biochemistry as a means of improving the way of life, and instilling a sense of responsibility that knowledge should "not only be used

in the academic field, but also in helping people."

OFFICERS FOR A.Y. 2011-2012

President: Joanna Liezl Abrina

Vice-President for Internal Affairs: Danjo de Chavez

Vice-President for External Affairs: Frances Clarisa Alcantara

Vice-President for Finance: Mervin Emir Laforteza

Vice-President for Records and Publication: Elyse Dorothy Anselmo

Vice-President for Academic Affairs: Sarah May Sibug

Executive Secretary: Faith Marie Baranda

Auditor: Marie Giecel dela Cruz

4th Year Batch Rep: Lorvin Lanze Ngo

3rd Year Batch Rep: Maynard Galingana

2nd Year Batch Rep: Maurice Franklin De Jesus

1st Year Batch Rep: Niel Paolo Navarro

Program of Activities

January 30 (Monday)

10:00am – 12:00pm Opening

12:00pm – 5:00pm Science Camp

January 31 (Tuesday)

10:00am – 7:00pm Digi-Pelikula sa Manila

February 1 (Wednesday)

9:00am – 12:00pm Science Symposium

1:00pm – 4:00pm Inter-Block Qwizzardy

February 2 (Thursday)

9:00am – 12:00pm Junior Qwizzardy

1:00pm – 4:00pm Qwizzardy

February 3 (Friday)

1:00pm – 5:00pm Digi-Pelikula sa Manila Awards Day/ Most Requested Variety Show

Keynote Lecture on

Jan 30, 2012, 10:00am – 12:00pm

Little Theater, Rizal Hall, UP Manila

by

Prof. Eduardo R. Mendoza, PhD

Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, Munich

&

University of the Philippines

Overview:

With the rapid use of nanoparticles in food processing, filtration/purification and consumer products

(personal care and cosmetics, textiles and shoes, electronics, etc.) as well as the huge potentiall of their

use in nanomedicine, quantitative understanding of the effects of nanoparticle uptake and transport is

increasingly needed. For example,already in 2009, over 800 products, mostly produced in Asia and the

USA, were claimed to contain nanosilver, whose risk potential for health and environment is subject of a

heated debate [1]. . The talk will discuss the importance of computational methods for a multidisciplinary

approach to understand the complex phenomena related to bio-nanointeractions. These include recent

developments in "nanoinformatics" - an emerging discipline analogous to "bioinfomatics" - which strives to

create repositories, standards about nanoparticles and related information [2] and the beginnings of a

"Systems Nanomedicine" (extendin the new field of "Nanomedicine Informatics") using systems biology

approaches to these problems [3, [4]]. Both computational areas offer opportunities for Filipinos to

engage in collaborative, cutting edge research in this impactful field.

References:

[1] Wijnhoven SWP et al. Nano-silver – a review of available data and knowledge gaps in human and

environmental risk assessment. Nanotoxicology, June 2009 3(2), 109-138.

[2] National Nanoinformatics Network. Nanoinformatics 2020 Roadmap (April 2011). Downloadable from

http://nanotechinformatics.org/nanoinformatics/index.php/Main_Page

[3] Thomas DG et al. Informatics and Standards for nanomedicine technology (June 2011), Wiley Online

Library. Downloadable from: http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/wnan.152/pdf

[4] Dobay MPD, Alberola AP, Mendoza ER, Rädler JO. Modeling nanoparticle uptake and intracellular

distributions, 2011 (submitted to Journal of Nanoparticle Research)

Speaker Info:

Ed Mendoza studied mathematics at Ateneo de Manila, Heidelberg University and

Bonn University. He completed his PhD under G. Harder and F. Hirzebruch with a

thesis on the “Cohomology of PGL2 over imaginary quadratic integers”. While an

Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Wuppertal University, his collaboration with

communications engineers led to a strong interest in computer networks and a move

to the IT industry in October 1980.

After spending 22 years in the software industry in various positions, his interest in

the dynamics of complex systems and systems biology led to a move back to academe in October 2002.

He has since co-authored over 25 ISI publications, is a Co-Editor of a recent book on “Systems Biology

and Psychiatric Research” (Wiley-Blackwell 2010) and a Section Editor of an upcoming “Encyclopedia of

Systems Biology” (Springer 2012).

He is an Adjunct Professor in Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of the Philippines in

Diliman, Los Baños and Manila. He is currently a Visiting Scientist at the Max Planck Institute of

Biochemistry in Munich and can be contacted at mendoza@biochem.mpg.de.

OPENING PROGRAM January 30, 2012

9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.

I. Doxology and National Anthem DPSM Chorale

II. Opening Remarks Prof. Marcelina B. Lirazan, Ph.D. Chair, DPSM

III. Messages: A. Prof. Reynaldo H. Imperial, Ph.D. (Dean, CAS, UP Manila) B. Prof. Manuel B. Agulto, M.D. (Chancellor, UP Manila)

IV. Intermission V. Introduction of Keynote Speaker Asst. Prof. Sarah C. Johnson, M.Sc. VI. Keynote Speaker Prof. Eduardo R. Mendoza, Ph.D. Visiting Scientist, Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, Munich, Germany Adjunct Professor, University of the Philippines Diliman, Los Baños, Manila VII. Awarding of Certificate VIII. Ribbon Cutting Ceremony of the Science Camp

Kevin Anthony S. Sison Master of Ceremony

SCIENCE SYMPOSIUM February 1, 2012

9:00 A.M. -12:00 P.M.

I. ScienceStar Corporation Presentation

“ScienceStar: As One of the Leading Providers of 21st Century Science Education”

II. Doxology and Natioanl Anthem DPSM Chorale

III. Opening Statement Dr. Alex C. Gonzaga Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

College of Arts and Sciences

IV. Introduction of First Speaker Prof. Avegail Carpio

V. First Academic Talk Jose Perico Esguerra, Ph.D. “A Selecta from Random Walks, Nonlinear Analysis, and Classical Mechanics”

VI. Introduction of Second Speaker Prof. Avegail Carpio

VII. Second Academic Talk May T. Lim, Ph.D. “Agent-Based Modeling”

VIII. Open Forum

IX. Awarding of Certificates and Tokens Dr. Marcelina Lirazan and Dr. Alex Gonzaga

Dr. Junie Billones

Master of Ceremony

JUNIOR QWIZZARDY High School Level

CHIANG KAI SHEK COLLEGE Richard Milante

Henry Jefferson Morco Coach: Cynthia Yap

MANILA SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL Ferdinand John Briones Erick John Carlo Solibet

Coach: Ferdinand Bautista

PACO CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Lester Antonni Hesita Joyce Merniel Mamangon

Coach: Maria Jocelyn Claridad

PHILIPPINE SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL Dario Angelo Ceblano

Michael Vicenzo Karaan Coach: Maria Veronica Torralba

RAMON MAGSAYSAY HIGH SCHOOL - MANILA Angelo Baye Ansuas

Joniel Negrite Coach: Hershey Hipolito

ST. JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Adrian Reginal Sy Clarence Farand Yeo

Alternate: Marvin Kaiser Sy Coach: Ulpiano De La Bajan, Jr.

ST. MARY’S COLLEGE (QUEZON CITY)

Juan Ramon Danganan Emmanuel Luis Mangahas

Alternate: Joseph Paul Rivera Coach: Jenny Rose Apuntar-Sindayen

ST. STEPHEN’S HIGH SCHOOL

Richie Sison Julius Vincent Sy

Alternate: Sterline Tiu Coach: N. Rios

Greetings from

Christopher George

Dumanon

Greetings from

Harry Engle

Greetings from

Soledad Yao

Greetings from the Mathematical & Computing Sciences Unit

Anduyon, Randolph Val L. Baes, Gregorio B. Bagnol, John Riz V. Basco, Therese Anne G. Carpio, Avegail D., M.Sc. Chua, Richard Bryann L., M.Sc. Co, Aldrich Colin K. Dizon, Neil Kristofer V. Dumanon, Christopher George D. Espinosa, Jireh C. Gasmen, Perlita E.

Gonzaga, Alex C., Ph.D., Dr.Eng. Llarenas, Ronald Florendo M. Magboo, Ma. Sheila A., M.Sc. Magboo, Vincent Peter C., M.D., M.Sc. Monterde, Little Hermie B. Poblador, Maria Sofia Criselda A. Solano, Geoffrey A., M.Sc. Sumalapao, Derick Erl P., M.Sc. Terrado, Bernie B. Lab. Aide: Huelgas, Eden Dominga A.

U.P. NAMING MAHAL

U.P. naming mahal

Pamantasang hirang

Ang tinig naming

Sana’y iyong dinggin

Malayong lupain

Amin mang marating

Di rin magbabago ang damdamin

Di rin magbabago ang damdamin

Luntian at pula

Sagisag magpakailanman

Ating ipagdiwang bulwagan ng dangal

Humayo’t itanghal giting at tapang

Mabuhay ang pag-asa ng bayan

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