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Agricultural Sciences

Physico-mechanical Characterization Of Plantation-grown Palasan (calamus Merril/ii Becc.) Canes

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Jnfluence Of Structure On The Potential Yield Of Buntal Fibers Coming From Buri Palms (c01J-pha Utan Lamk.)

Rosalie M Calapis and Willie P. Abwwlo ------------------

Germination Study And Effects Of Biological Fertilizers On Survival And Early Growth Of Alupag (euphoria Didyma Blanco)

Marissa R. Parao and Wilfredo /'vf Carandang ------------

Nodulation And Growth Of Transplanted A In us A.1uritima Marsh Nutt. In Fertil.izer Enriched Mine Spoil

Marissa R. Parao-----------------------------------------------

Growth And Yield Performance Of Promising Napier Grass (pennisetum Purpureum) Accessions As Affected By The Frequency Of Chicken Manure Application

Roseminda R. Sail~ Corazon Diana A . Pastor and Benito B. Ba/neg-----------------------------------------

Kawayan Charcoal Briquette Technology Production Of Kawayan Charcoal Briquettes Using Chichacom Processing Effluent As Binder

Stanley C. Ma/ab, Jose A. Zqfaralla, Beatriz S. Aiulab and Angelina A. Tagay------------------------------------------

Improving Productivity Of Unmanaged Kawayan Tinik Bambusa Bfumeana Shultes Plantation For Poles And Shoots

Stanley C. Ma lab. Charlie B. Bat in, Beatriz 5;. lvf a/ab, Marina A. Alipon and David J. lvfidmore -------------------

Response Of Toona Ka/an1as On Varying Levels Of Vermicompost

Florahel P. Mutia, Belfreencee Gift Estimada and Keyrell Nueva---------------------------------------------

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Coating Properties Of Raw Pagsabingin Varnish Irma l Palanginan, Yolanda L. Tavita, Mariluz SP Dionglay and Rebecca B. Lapuz -------------------------

Underutilized Crops: Importance VaJue As Perceived By The Fam1ing Community In Laguna Province

Amparo M Wagan, Cynthia M A1edina and Leo l. Tomisin, Jr. ----------------------------------------

Benguet State University Organic Agriculture Program Rogelio D. Co/ting. Jose G. Balaoing. Macario D. Cadatal --------------------------------------------

Growing Crops In Mine-tailed Affected Area Ameliorated With Organic MateriaJs: An Attempt

Jose G. Balaoing, Donna B. Betudio. Wayne D. Diwas, Docey Jane D. Hidalgo, Joce(yn A. Pontino and Yvonne C. Talawan---------------------------------------

A Gis-assisted Map Of Estimating Soil Erosion In Proposed Copper Mining In Tampakan South Cotabato, Philippines

Paul Eric C. Paz, Renato L. Lapitan, Nelson M Pampolina and Jose Butch Sebua ---·----------------------

Online Database Information System Of Multipurpose Indigenous Plant Species Used In The Cordilleras, Northern Luzon

Damasa B. Magcale-Macandog and Edwin R. Abucay ---

Seasonal Climate Forecast (SCF): Farmers' Knowledge and Perceptions

Rowena G. Manalili, Guadalupe 0. Redondo, Roy F Tabalno, Chona N. Parayno, Consta.ncio A. A sis, Jovino De Dios and Eduardo Jimmy P. Quilang -----------

Biocapacity And Ecological Footprint For Rice And Wood In The Philippines

Floramante C. Pastor and Nathaniel C. Bantayan---------

Submergence Tolerant Rice For Poor Farmers In Flood-prone Areas

David J. Macki!/, Abdelbagi M lr;mail, Romeo V. Lahios, Sigrid Heuer, Alvaro Pamplona, Endang Septiningsih, Darlene Sanchez, and Georgina Vergara-------------------

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Seed Priming And lts Morpho-biochemical Effects During Submergence In Direct-seeded Rice

Mark Anthm~v F. Rabena, Georgina V Vergm·a. Abde/bagi M Ismail and Maribel L. Dionisio-Sese-------

Moisture Sorption characterization of Hybrjd Rice Seeds: PSB Rc72H (Mestizo 1) and NSIC Rel 16H (Mestizo J)

Jeffrey A. lavarias', Francisco D. Cuaresmc/ and Romua/do C. Martinez-----------------------------------

Effect Of Moisture Content On Rice Seed Viability At Low Temperature Storage

Marilyn C. Ferrer and Roel C. Rabara--------------------

Monitoring Of Rice Dormancy For Genetic Resources Conservation

Roel C. Rabara and Marilyn C., Ferrer-----------------

Mutation Hastens Development Of Improved Breeding Lines From Traditional Rice Variety Pokkali

Nenita V. Desamero, Flora Joy B. Garcia, Henry T. Tieman. Martha V Chico, Tahere A. Sigari, Desiree 0. Roldan, Christopher C. Cabusora, Marigrace 1\1. Flores, Alvin T. Santiago, Rolando 0. Lazaro, Rolando B. Arteme, Numeriano C. Corpuz, Alejandro T Va/de=, Feliciana C. Cortez and Myrna B. Amolin.-----------------

Rice Grain Quality As Affected Ry Drought Stress Nenita V. Desamero, Christopher C Cabusora. /'vfarigrace M Flores. Eve~yn H Bandonill. Gemmahelle DG. Garcia, Martha V. Chico, Henrv 1: Tieman, Tahere A. Sigari' and Desiree 0. Roldan---·-----------------------

Relative Warp Analysis Of Shape Variability In The Rice Black Bug, Scotinophara Spp. (coarctata Group) Of The Philippines And Malaysia

Mark Anthony J. Torres, Cesar G. Dernayo, Alberio T. Barrion. Ravindra C. Joshi and Leocadio S. Sebastian ---

Systematic Relationships Of Philippine Rice Black Bugs, Scotinophara Spp. (hemiptera: Pentatomidae: Podopini)

Mark Anthony J. Torres, Cesar G. Demayo, Alberto T Barrion, Ravindra C. Joshi and Leocadio S. Sebastian ---

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Trends On Fertilizer Use ln Rice Production In The Philippines Rowena G. Manalili. Chona N.Parayno and Marlon Ve/ayo---------------------------------------------

Management Of Organic Materials ln An Organic-based Rice farming System

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Assessing The Quality Of Rice Straw Residues To Enhance Sustainability Of Lowland Rice

Gina Villegas-Pangga ---------------------------------------

Sequence-based Identification, Aggressiveness And Fumonisin Production Of A Population Of Fusarium Species Causing Bakanae Disease Of Rice [n The Philippines

Christian Joseph R. Cumagun, Carlos L. Padilla, Evelyn Gergon, Francois Van Hove. A1ariaTeresa Gonzcilez-Jaen and Patricia Marin --------------------------------------------

Site-specific Nutrient Management For Maize: A Case fn lsabela, Bukidnon. Nueva Ecija And Tarlac, Philippines

Apolo11io /vf Ocampo. Romeo V. Labios. Joce(vn D. Labios, Cynthia MMedina, Carmelita R. Lapoot, Severino C. Tumamang, Iiermenegi/do C. Gines, Jonathan C. Descalsola, Julie Mae Pasuquin and Christian Witt----------------------------------------------

Greenhouse Technology In The Philippines: Prospects And Problems

Clarilu P Aganon, Arturo 0. A1anipon, Norman de Jesus and Beth Reyes ----------------------------

Fruit And Shoot Removal As Methods To Control Eggplant Fruit And Shootborer Leocinodes Orbonalis Guenee

Teolimo M Aganon and Beau Nelson B. Camaso ---------

Fann er Knows Best Changing Trends ln Productio n Practices i\nd Pest Management Jn An Eggplant After Rice Cropping System In Balete, Batangas

1\.Jerdelyn T Caasi-Lit, Ayn Kristina M Beltran, Nenita L. Upina, Perlita Nuevo, Herminia R Rapusas, ll1ichael R. Noel, Rufina B. Dimaano and Hon. Mayor David D. Pamplona------------------------

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Growing Lettuce On Recycled Softdrink Bottles With Snap Jocelyn T Zarate, Evelyn F Delfin, Lilia M Fernando, Shannen Faye Q. Arevalo, Charissa R.Dionglay: rrancil B . .Julio, Florina C. Federico, Erlinda S. Paterno, and Primitivo Jose A. Santos-----------------------

Biomass, Nitrogen Uptake And Nitrogen Fixed Partitioning ln Mungbean (vign.a Radiata [ L.) Wilczek) Grown Under Field Condition

Evelyn F Delfin, Erlinda S. Paterno. Fe G. Jorres and I'rimitivo Jose A. Santos -------------------------------

Vegetative compatibility groupings and virulence of Fusariwn oxysporum in bitter gourd and bottle gourd in the Philippines

Christian Joseph R Cumagun Zsachel C. Oribiana, Jehner A. Aguirre, Malve S. Tolentino, Conrado H. Balatero and Cherry A. Relevante ---------------------- --

Development Of Pureline Fresh Market Tomato Cultivars Mary/is A. Nalundasan and A1iriwn E. Pascua-------------

A Breakthrough In The M icropropagation Of Mango ( mangi fora lndica L.) Via Somatic Embryogenesis And A Simple System For Plantlet Acclimatization And Transfer To Potting Media

Lilian F Patena, Alice B. Formaran, '!vfaureen Bonna C. Ines, and Ramon C. Barha ----------------------------

A New Medium For ln Vitro Rooting And Plantlet Regeneration And A Simple Technique Of Acclimatizing Plantlet

Lilian F I'atei1a, Renato A. At:e11ido . Jenny~vn A.f. Carandang. Claudette N . Dacumos, Julita G. Dimaculangan, Alice B. Formaran, and Ramon C Barba

Invas ive Mealybug: The Culprit In The Decline Of The Atis lndustry In Lobo, Batangas

Merdelyn T Caasi-lit. Jreneo l . lit, Jr, Ariel R. Larona, C'ecille Manzanilla, Ruth Plata and Rosie D. Egea -------

Viability And In-vitro Regeneration Of Indigenous Orchid Pods Collected From Home Gardens And Collecting Points

Myralyn A. Abasolo, Olivia P. Damasco, Ma. l ea H Villavicencio. Visitacion C. Hue/gas, Saudi D. Mangindra, Tong A. A bas, loriano T. Abela, Romeo R. Lerom and Nestor C. Altoveros -------------------------------

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Introduced Bananas: New Cultivars, More Options For The Banana Farmers

Felipe S. dela Cruz, Jr., Lavernee S. Gueco, Olivia P. Damasco, Visitacion C. Huelgas, Fe M de/a Cueva, Teodor.a 0. Dizon, Vida Grace 0. Sinihin and Agustin B. Molina. Jr. -------------------------------------

F ield Performance Of Banana Cv. Lakatan (musa Acuminata) Under Two Fertilizer Management Schemes [n lnfanta And Gen. Nakar, Quezon

Edna A. Aguilar, Jose Nestor M Garcia, N.elly S. Aggangan, Patrick MRocamora, Leonardo L.Tamisin, J1~ 1\tfanuel Q. Esguerra and Michael R. Noel-----------------

Role of healthy-looking Saba and other alternate hosts on the spread of banana bunchy top disease (BBTD)

Fe M. Dela Cueva and Eric G Ding/awn----------------

Differential Expression Of A Novel Banana Mads-box Gene Shows Developmental Control Of Climacteric Fruit Ripening

Eureka Teresa M Ocampo.Evelyn Mae Tecson-Mendoza. Edna Pesis and Haya Friedman------------------------------

Banana Tissue Culture: From ldrc To Ipb To The Industry And Back To Jpb

Lilian F Patena, Maureen Bonna C. Ines, Leila S. Caymo, and Ramon C. Barba--------------------------------

Safeguarding the Sugar Industry from Disease Incursion and Epidemic

Fe M Dela Cueva. Merle B. Pa/acpac, Eric G. Dinglasan and Leon M Arceo---------------------------------

Acid Protease Production OfThennophilic Bacteria Isolated From Mud And Soil Of Mudspring, Mt. Makiling, Laguna, Philippines

Marian Apolinario Pulido-----------------------------------

Heterologous Expression Of The Coat Protein ( cp) Gene From Three Philippine Isolates Of Abaca Bunchy Top Virus (abtv)

Maria Armila D. Ruiz, Christina Lora M. Leyson, and Vermando M Aquino -------------------------------------

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Insect Pests And Diseases: Emerging Problems In Sweet Sorghum Production

Thelma Z. layaoen. Odilon V. Caraan and Hera/do L. layaoe11-----------------------------------------------------

Corn Silk Beetle, Monolepta Bifasciata (hornstedth) A New Pest Record On Com Pollen In The Philippines

Bonifacio F Cayabyab, Edwin Alcantara, .Josemari BelenAl7{/ Wilma R. Cuaterno------------------------------

Prolonging The Shelf Life Of Carabao Mango Using Controlled Atmosphere Technology

Francisco D. Cuaresma. Ruel G. Peneyra and Teot imo M Aga11v11 --------------------------------------

Toxicity And Piscicidal Effects Of Selected Endemic Plants Against African Catfish (claria.._<1 Gariepinus Burchelle) And Tilapia (oreochromis Niloticus L.) Fingerlings

/•"'rancis N. Ba!eta, Steve P. Janagap and Rudo(fo B. Baldevarona------- ------------------------

Optimizing Prepared Feed Ration For Somatic Growth An<l Gonad Production Of The Se.a Urchin Tripneustes Gralilla (linnaeus. 1758)

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Catching Efficiency Of Multiple Handline Operated In Payaw Areas

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Edible Seaweeds In llocos No1tc: Pood Preparations Other Local Uses And Market Potential

7.<!naida M Agngarayng£~Y. Ana Fe ( ·. LlaKuno, S'usan Ci. Aquino. Lorcelie B. Tac/an. and Erangeline S. Ua/acgac

Community Structure Of Marine Benthic Macroalgae In Selected Arl!as Of ll igan Bay

Roldan T Echem and Ephrime B .. 1\tletillo ------------------

The Gleaners Of Poro Jsland, Central Philippines: Their Practices, Socio-economic Status And Diversity Of Catch

Eddie B. Oliveros and Serapion N TandL~van--------------

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Insect Pests And Diseases: Emerging Problems .In Sweet Sorghum Production

Thelma Z. layaoen, Odilon V Caram1 and Hera/do L. La}1aoen----------------------------------------------------

Corn Silk Beetle, Mouolepta Bifasciata (hornstedth) A New Pest Record On Corn Pollen In The Philippines

Bonifacio F Cayabyab, Edwin Alcantara, Josemari BelenAnd Wilma R. Cuaterno --------------------------------

Prolonging The Shelf Life Of Carabao Mango Usfog Controlled Atmosphere Technology

Frcmcisco D. Cuaresma, Ruel G. Peneyra and Teotimo M Agcmon --------------------------------------

Toxicity And Piscicidal Effects Of Selected Endemic Plants Against African Catfish (clurias Gariepinus Burchelle) And Tilapia (nreochromis Niloticus L.) Fingerlings

Francis N. Ba/eta, Steve P. Janagap and Rudo(fo B. Baldevarona--------------------------------

Optimizing Prepared Feed Ration For Somatic Grow1h And Gonad Production OfThe Se.a Urchin fripneustes Gratilla (linnaeus~ 1758)

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Catching Efficiency Of Multiple Hand line Operated [n Payaw Areas

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Edible Seaweeds In Ilocos Norte : Food Preparations Other Local Uses And Market Potential

lenaida M Agngaray11gt~)'. Ana Fe C.. Llaguno, .Susan G. Aquino, Lorcelie B. Tac/an, and Evangeline S. Ga/acguc

Community Structure Of !vfarine Benthic Macroalgae ln Selected Areas Of I ligan Bay

Roldan T Echem and Ephrime B . .Nfetillo ------------------

The Gleaners Of Poro Island, Central Philippines: Their Practices, Socio-economic Status And Diversity Of Catch

Eddie B. Oliveros and Serapion N. Tanduyan--- -----------

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Influence of Natural Additives on the Acceptability of Flavored Fish Sauce from Anchovies, Stolephorus spp.

Renissa Sario- Quinones, Corazon Plete-Macachor, Cecilio S Baga and Hubert G. Quii'ione~·--------------------

The Effects Of Curing And Drying On The Species-specific Flavor And Sensory Attributes Of Chev on

Mary Jean G. Bulatao, Enrico P. Supangco, Ninfa P. Roxas, and Reynaldo C. Mabesa ----------------------------

Efficacy Of The Extracts OfTubli (derris Elliptica), Sili (capsicum Sp.). And Malunggay (moringa Oleifora Linn) As Pesticide And Growth Enhancer Of Pechay (brassica Rapa Ssp. Pekinensis)

Alexander 0. Mosqueda I, Olive S Anies, Kezia Verlyn L. Villar, Marites C. Bado and Vidal Antonio B. Casini/lo----

Percent Recovery, Digestibility And Feeding Value Of Cattlerumen Contents Jn Swine Diets

Bernardo Sinfaego Umaguing --------------------------------

Biological Science

A Situationer On Microalgae As Alternative Source For Biofuel Nina M Cadiz, Qiang Hu and Milton Sommerfeld--------

Sweet Sorghum For Biofuel, Food. Feed And Forage Samuel .S. Frcmco, Heraido l. layaoen. /'vfario I. Ri!mulucio. Thelma Z. Layuoen.Prima Fi:. R. Franco. Lorc:eli B. Tac/an, Ana Fe C .Llagzmo. Vina A. Cubugon, Gmy D. Pm!ferada. Viii R Gudoy. Rose G. Ramos and Odilon.A. Caraan-----------------------------------------------

Isolation Of Microorganisms For First And Second Generation Ethanol Production From Sweet Sorghum (sorghum Bicolor L.)

Prima Fe R. Franco, Cecil Gaoat, Leo Garvida, Desiree Dagdagan, Rowena Acosta, Ellen Castillo, Jt4aingeline Bacarisa, Mary Grace Balintag, Samuel S.Franco and Hera/do L Layaoen ---------------------------------------------

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Propionic Acid And Methylamine As Detoxicants Of Atlatoxin In Copra Meal

Ida F. Dalmacio and Irene A. Papa---------------------------

Cytogenetics and Morphological Analyses of Nine Accessions of Sugarcane (Saccharum offici.narum L.) From the Philippines

Merlyn S. Mendioro. Ma. Genaleen Q. Diaz. Donalyn S Barcia!, Flora Joy J Boy, Lisette Dorothy M Ocampo, And Luisa N Vi/lamael ----------------------------------------

Plantlct Regeneration From Cell Suspensjon Cultures Of Banana Cv. 'saba' Via Somatic Embryogenesis

Evalour T Aspuria and Russell John C. de Juras ----------

Field Screening and Fruit Evaluation of BC3 and BC2 Sib-Crossed PAPAYA Plants Introgressed with PRSV- P Resistance

Simeona V. Siar. Gil A. Beligan, Andres Godl11in C. Sajise, Antonio C. Laurena, Roderick A. Drew and Christopher M O'Brien----------------------------------------

Preliminary Screening Of Malunggay (moringa Oletfera) Extract Against Streptococcus Mutans B-10231 , Dental Plaque Causing Organism

Teofila. 0. Zu/aybar, Edren Magdangan , Liezel Gallardo and Lourdes Gatapia------------------------------------------

In Vitro Callus Formation In Cotyledons Of Malunggay (moringa Oleifera)

Mylene C. Nieves and Evalour T A!1puria -----------------

Garcinia Mangostana (mangosteen) Rind Extract As A Novel Radioprotector Against Whole-body Gamma Irradiation Of Mus Musculus

Antonio Miguel Dela Paz, Bryan Cassidy Tan, Jay Dalet and Florencio-lsagani Medina III---------------------------

Isozyme Polymorphism In Some Philippine Native Orchids: Dendrobium Anosmum Lindi., Dendrobium Sanderae Ro(fe, Cymbidium Finlaysonianum Lindi., And Cymbidium Aliciae Quis

John Eduard S Acebedo, Rosalina N Tandang, and Ma. Carmina C. Manuel---------- ----------------------

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Towards The Cataloguing Of The Phenylalanine Ammonia Lyase (pal) And Caffeate-o-rnethyllransferasc (com() Genes From The Rhizomes Of Zingiber Officinale Rose. And Alpinia Galanga (1.) Sw.

Kevin l\iel V Apeles, Greg A1atthew E. Teo, .~'eil H. Tan Gana. and Vivian P Panes ------------------------------------

Sequence Analysis Of Vibrio Harveyi Toxr Gene For Insights On Its Possible Role In Pathogenic.it)'

I'rimu Fe R. Franco and C)inthia 7: Hedreyda------------

Hrp B Gen~ Sequen\;CS Rellect The Origin And Host Range Of Ralstonia Solanacearum

Joselilo E. Villa. Kenichi Tsuchiya. Alitsuo f!orira, Neilyn 0. Villa and ,o\iilsuro Hyakumachi ---------------------------

Nitrogen-fixing Bacteria Associated \Vith The Roots Of Philippine Shallot 'sihuyas Tagalog' (ullium Ascalvnicum)

J\.faria Carissa D. Martb; Vil·ian A. Panl's. Wi!fi·edo l Barraq u i o ---------------------------------------------- --------

Phenotypic Profile Of Heterotrophic Bacteria In Penaeus Monodon Pond Sediment. Rearing Water And Water Source In One Rearing Cyc le

Angeli A. Valera and Buem~fl.or D . .Ji111<1nez ----------------

A Rapid [n Vitro Calorimetric Method Of Determining Baclericidnl Potency Of Antimicrobials

Ronald R. A,fatias, Leilani Baltazm: Wi!ji·edo Verar Jr., A1/ark Ritumalta, Frederick de/a Cruz. Afade/iene Fabros, Leila Florento, Alario Panaligan and Alexunder Ttw=on -

Validation Trials For The Pcr-bnsed Detection Of E. Coli 0 I 57:h7 In Foods Using The Locally-developed Dna Amplification System (das) Kit

A1aria Teresa 1\1. Perez, Susana M. A-fercado, A1arilou R. Calapardo and Nfargarita A. A1ercado -------------------

Comb1nation Of Polymyxin B And Bacteriophage F J l6: /\n Effoctive Treatment For I'seudomonas Aeruginosa Biofilm

Erwine S. Dela Paz and Merab A. Chan --------------------

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Isolation Of Acetylcholinesterase lnhibi'ting Peptides From Conus Mustelinus Venom

Anna Carlissa P. Arriola and Mwy Rose M Maballo----

Molecular Identification Of CrypLmporidium Spp. lnAnimal Hosts In The Philippines

Windell L. Rivera wuiJohn Anthony D.L. Ya.wn-------------

Garlic, Ginger And Onion As Jmmunostimulants: A Preliminary Study On The Specific And Non-spedfic lmmune Response Of African Catfish Clarias Gariepinus Fingcrlings

Francis N Bu/eta, Patricia NI Candelaria. Godofredo P Luba/. Jr. und Marlyn B. Llameg ----------------------

The Effect Of Cry 1 ab Protein On The Great Egg Fly, Hypolimnas Bolina Philippensis (linnaeus): A Non-target Lepidoptera

Bonifacio F Ct.~yabyab, Edwin P Alcantara, Augusto C. Suma/de. Wilma R. Cuaterno. Blair D. Siegfried and Josemarie M.Belen--------------------------------------

Pachyrrhynchine Weevils (coleoptera: Curculionidae) Of Polillo Island, Quezon Province, Philippines

Sheryl A. Yap and /reneo L. Lit, Jr.--------------------------

Boom And Bust Trends And Other Updates Among Local Philippine Populations Of The Buff Coconut Mealybug, Nipaecoccus Nipae (maskell) (hemiptera: Pseudococcidae)

Merdelyn T Caa.~·i-lit. /reneo L. Lit, Jr. and Ariel R. LC1ro11c1------------------------------------------------------------

Butterflies (rhopalocera) Of Polillo Island. Quezon Province. Philippines

lreneo L. Lit, Jr. -------------------------------------------------

Effects Of Ch/ore/la Sp. And Spirulina Sp. On Survival, Growth, And Resistance Of Penaeus Monodon Larvae Against Vibrio Han1eyi

Angeli A. Valera, Karyl Marie 8. Fabricante and Buenajlor D . .Jimenez-----------------------------------

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Evaluation Of Production Safety Of A Pork Sausage Variant ("hamonado Longanisa~~) With Respect To Escherichia Coli Survival Through The Use Of Selected Predi<.:tivc Models

Marflw I /ecnvig D. Bl~Ver and Agnes F Zamora-----------

Lead Phytoextraction Of Robust Plant Spt.:!cies Present ln Heavy Metal Contaminated Sites

Litton S. Halder. Or/ex B. l'/lano. Ramo11 U7angca S1:----

Phytoextraction Of Nickel By Brassica Juncea (ind ian Mustard) And Zea Mays (com) Cultivated Jn Nickeliferous Late.rite From Brooke's Point, Palawan, Philippines

Rene Juna R. Claveria, A1L1riu KaJherina ( '. Patclu und ./e'l-11e/ Racquel S. Unson ---------------------------------

Bioremediation Potential Of Fungi Isolated From Waste Site Soil Samples

Erwin P Ekaeg11i, Madonna B. Piamonle and Eleasar D. Solomon ---------------------------------------

Fungal Diversity And Ethnical Values: Role In Biodiversity Conservation Of Coron. Pala wan. Philippines

Carina r. capistranu, Nelson A1. Pampolina and Manuel M Baldm·ino -----------------------------------

Microbial Community Assessment Of Mt. Makiling Mudspring, Laguna, Philippines As Revea led By I 6s Rdna

Nacita B. Lamican, JHa. <Jenaleen Q. Dia=. Jessica F.' Simbahan, Jose Jason L. Cantera mzdAsuncion K. Raymundo------------------------------------

Community AssemblageOfMicroalgal Epilithon [n Cagayan De Oro River

Astrid L Sinco, f.phrime B. Melillo and Adora S. Rondez--

Identification Of l 8s Ribosomal Ona Genotypes Of Acanthamoeba Species Isolated Jn The Philippines

Windell L Rivera and Davin Edric V Adao ----------------

The Small Subunit (ssu) Ribosomal Rna Gene As A Genetic Marker For Identifying Infective 3rx1 Juvenile Stage Angiustrongylus Cantonensis In Garden Slugs

Ian Kendrich Fontanillu and Christopher A1urk Wade-- --

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A Preliminary Survey On The Avifauna And Herpetofauna Of Anibong, Jordan, .Mt. Pangasugan Range, Leyte

Karyl Marie B. Fabricante, Angeli A. Valera, Blas R .. Tahanmza, .Jr. . Dennis A. Warguez, Alicia Catalina E. Taharanza and Michael Edrial -------------------------------

Preliminary Report On The Mammals Of The Mingan Mountain In The Sierra Madres Of Luzon Island, Philippines

Phillip A. A/viola, Danilo S. Balete, Mariano Roy Duya, Jv/elizar Va/enzuela-Duya and Lm11rence R Heaney-------

An lmproved Exon-i1ltron Recognition Via A Committee Of Machines

Jaderick P. Pabico, Elmer-Rico E. Mojica and Jose Rene L. Micor --------------------------------------

Mitochondria.I Dna Typing Of Human Bone Samples For Forensic Applications

Gayvelline C Calacal, .!azelyn kf Salvador, Kristina A. Tabbada, Sheila A. E. L. Franco and Dr. A/aria Corazon A. De Ungria ----------------------

Acute And Repeated Separations Alte.r The Density Of Astrocytes In The Prefrontal Cortex

R. Antemano , C. Helmeke and K. Braun ------------------

Comparative Study Of The Utility Of Abo Blood-typing Vs Ona Analysis For Paternity Testing

Miriam Ruth M Dalet, Minerva S. Sagum, Gayvelline C. Calacaf, .Jazelyn M Salvador, Kristina A. Tabbada1 Lilian P. Villamor, Shiela Ann Edith L. Franco, Sheena Marie B. Maiquilla and Maria Corazon A. De Ungria. --

A Saccharine Substrate-preferring Zymomonas Strain And Its Genetic Fingerprinting Using Its-per And Rapd-pcr

Franciso B. Elegado, Daryl Ann Stefanie G. Torralba and Irene G. Pajares---------------------------------------------

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A Comparative Study On The Susceptibility Of Two Species And A Variety Of Erythrina To Er_vthrina Gall Wasp ('fuadruslichus Erythrinae K.) 107

Josephine Espinoza Tonda and Abncio Notor -------------

Identification Of·lndicator Species From Anhropod Communities Using Principal Response Curve Analysis

Edwin P. A lcantaru and A1a. Dulce J. /1'1oswles ------------ 108

Climate Change Impact On The Pest Status Of Small Islands: The Fuga Island Experience

Bon{facio F C(~vahyah. Pa/l!ito Ci. Gonzalf:'s, ,\:felvin D. &Juenga and Wilma R. Cuaterno -------------------------- 109

Marine-derived Fungi From Manila Bay. Cavite An<l Batangas As Sources Of Antimicrobial Metabolites

Atfarc Louie C. 1'£10. James Daniel H Vi/lwme vn. Afichelle Love S Tumana, Joann G. Calimag and Thomas Edison E. de/a Cru= ----------------------------------

Drying Behavior Of Porphyra (gamct) From Ablan, Burgos llocos No1te, Northern Philippines Using Convection Oven

Zenaida A1 Agngarayngay. Loecelie 8. Tac/an and . 4 na Fe C. Lluguno-----------------------------··-----------

The Effect Of Prepared Diet On The Somatic And C1onad Grmvth Performance Of The See Urchin Tripneusces Gratilla (linnacus, 1758)

Facundo B. Asia, Joji Grace C Villamar and .loge/ ( ·. F aylogna -----------------------------------------

Stock Assessment Of Shallmv \Vater Holothuria In Camotes islands. Cebu~ Phil.ippines: Basis For A Proposed Conservation And Managem~nt Plan

Serapion N. Ti.mduyan. Pm~filo E. Ciriaco. Nicardo B. Gonzaga, Wilfredo G. Anoos, Lourdes,\,[ Garciano and Berenice T Andriana ------------------------------------------

Anuran Species Composition. Distribution, And Conservation Status In Mt. Sambilikan, Diwata Range1 Agusan Del Sur

Karyl Marie B. }'abricante and Olga lvf. Nuneza ----------

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Cltemical, Matltematical And Plzysical Sciences

A Study On The Combustion Characteristics Of Emulsified Water Blend In Diesel Fuel Oil In Internal And External Combustion Engines

Kristian G. Basario, Felipe Ronald Argamosa and Neneth Graza----------------------------------------------

Supercapacitor Electrodes From Seaweed Polysaccharides, Banana And Coconut Fibers

Benedict C. Laguesma, Carole M Loable, Verna A iza S. Posada, Tristan Calasanz and Erwin P. Enriquez ---------

Development Of Third Generation SoJar Cells Based On Dye­sensitized Nano-tio2

John Paul B. Garcia, Katrina D. lltfalabanan, Jenna Riz D. Pasco and Envin P. Enriquez----------------------------

Physicochemical And Functional Characteristics Of Cocos in And Its Unique Emulsifying Behavior

Mark Rickard N Angelia, Roberta N. Garcia, Krisna Prak, Shigeru Utsumi and Evelyn Mae Tecson-lttfendoza-

Protein Engineering Of Su lfhydryl Groups Jn Mungbean (vigna Radiata (I.) R. Wilczek) Vicilin And Effects On Its Nutritional And Functional Prope1ties

lvfary Ann 0. Torio, Takafumi Itoh, Shigeru Utsumi, Roberta N Garcia and Evelyn Mae Tecson-Mendoza-----

Classification Of Virgin Coconut Oil Using Atr-ftir In Conjunction \Vith Agglomerative Hierarchical Clustering And Principal Component Analysis

Jay 0 Murti::uno, Eugene J Aloha, Vivian A. Azucena Topor, April Anne H Kwong and Jhoanne Marsh C. Gatpatan-----------------------------

Optimal Properties Of Laurie Acid In Aqueous Solution: A Molecular Dynamics Study

Deniz P Wong and En-vin P. Enriquez------------------------

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Efficacy Of The Extracts OfTubli (derris Elliptica), Sili (capsicum Sp.), And Malunggay (moringa Ole(fera Linn) As Pesticide And Growth Enhancer Of Pechay (bra.ssica Rapa Ssp. Pekinensis)

Alexander 0. Mosqueda, Olive S. Anies. Ke=ia Ver~vn l. 129 Villw; /vfarites C. Bado and Vidal Anro11io B.Casinillo----

Development Of Squid Thysonoteuthis Rhombus Ink Cec.:ilio S. Baga. Corazon Plete-AJacachor 130 and Rodolfo B. Burgos ----------------------------------------

Isolation Of Biosurfactant From Saccharornyces Cerevisiae 2031 And Optimization Of Fermentation Conditions

!Yla. Leuh D. Rubio. Nelson Villarante and Virgie A. Alc:antaru -------------------------------------

2-phenylbcnzim idazolc From Thermal Rcact1ons Of N-alkylated N-pheny 1-u-pheny lened iam int!

Evelyn C. Creencia und Takaaki /lora,t,rztchi----------------

Characterization Of "shabu" (methamphetamine) Sold In Jloilo City

G1·etchen Bo-peep 0. Gi11er and Hilario S. Taberna Jr----

A Mathematical Model Of The Cephalostatin I-induced Apoptosis ln Leukemic Cells

Eva Jvf. Rodriguez. Ricardo C.H. de! Rosario, Ani1a Rudy, Angelika Vollmar and Eduardo R. /'vfendoza---------

Jn Vitro Glutathione Conjugation Of Sulfanilamide Antibiotics With Glutathionc Transferase

Ebner-Rico E. .Nfujica and Diana S. Aga-------------------

Molecularly Imprinted Polymer Microspheres For The Selective Extraction Of Artemisinin

Christian A. A1alapil, Kendricks S. Lao and Regina C. So-------------------------------------------

A Mathematical Model Of Respiration rn llalohucterium Salinarwn

Chenyl 0. Talaue Ricardo CH. de/ Rosario. Eduardo Mendoza and Dieter Oesterhe/1-------------------------------

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Thermal Stability And Characterization Of A PartialJy Purified Lipase From Geobacillus Sp. MS

A1a. Cristina M Baisauli, Virgie A. Alcantara, .Marcelina Lirazan and Jessica F Simbahan-----------------------------

Effect Of' Protein Structure Disrupting Agents And Metal Ions On The Activity Of Partially Purified Thermophilic Lipase From Cieobacillus Sp., MS

Ma. Therese Anne L. Domingo, Virgie A. Alcantara, Nelson Villarante and Jessica F Simbahan-----------------

Stochastic Diffusion Of 8-Jymphocytes ln A ] -dimensional Shape Space

Christine Joy G. Gravino and Mark Nolan I'. C01~fesor---

Detection Of 'Wilson's Disease By Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometric Analysis Of Serum And Urinary Copper And Ceru lop Jasmin Analysis

Ma. Cristina B. Portilla. Jason Paul C. A1onlinong, Cherrie B.Pascual and Abdias Aquino-----------------------

Characterization And Source Identification Of Ambient Air Pm 10

Jn Valenzuela C ity Sampling Site Flora L. Santos, Preciosa Corazon B. Pabroa, Joseph Afichael Racho and Ryan P Morco---------------------------

l3iosorption Of Cadmium, Copper And Lead Ry Gracilariops;s Bailinae Biomass

Steve P Janagapand Jay 0. Martizano----------------------

Monitoring PetroJeum Hydrocarbons In Sediments Using Total Solvent Extractable Materials (tsem)

Hilario S. Taherna J1:, Ida G. Pahila, .!av 0. A1cn·tizano . ., and Leandro T Gamarcha-------------------------------------

Application Of The Fenton's Process On The Reduction Of Color And Cod Of Textile Wastewater Containing Direct Orange 26 Dye

JovUa. L. Movillon, Jerico R. Aguila, Sixfo A. Valencia and Charisse M Atfendoza-------------------------------------

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Application Of Ion Trap-mass Spectrometry In Monitoring Changes In Activateu Sludge Physiology Upon Exposure To Toxic Compounds

Elmer-Rico E. !vfojica and Diana S. Aga-------------------

Comparative Treatability Studies for The Decolorization And Cod Removal Of Sugar Refinery Spent I on-exchange-process (sicp) Effl uent

Jewel A. Capunitan. Catalino A (fafara, Veronica A1;go. Jovita !vlovillon. Erlinda I Dizon and A1asa/ m;hi Jvfats umura-----------------------------------

Electrochemical Treatment OfTannery Wastewater Jemma Rose K. Agua.do, Catalino G. A(fi!fara, Veronica P. Atfigo, Jewel A. Capunitan. Mone/ Concepcion C. Afaguyon and /i.1asaroshi 1\tfatsumura-----------------------

Differentinl Expression Of A Novel Banana Mads-box Gene Shows Developmental Control Of Climacteric Fruit Ripening

Eureka Teresa lvt. Ocampo, Haya Friedman. Edna Pesi.,· and Evely n A1ae Tecsnn-Mendu=a----------------------------

Adsorption Capacity Of Carbonized Rice Husk Barn boo Charcoal Of Nitrate Nitrogen

Rosana E. Espiritu and Hitoshi Kosuge---------------------

On The Powcrgraph Of A Set .John /l!Jark W Akul. John Benedict T Ayowan. Kimher/)' Hazel B. Camino and Rosalia Ci. Anes. JT: ------

Isomorph ism Of Set System Alde1·er C. Calvo, Jen Roy B. Cruz . .Julie Ann Vi.messa P Chua, and Rosafio U A rt es . .Jr.---------------------------~----

On The Rat ional Weight Of An Open Set Juniel Victor T Generalao. Eleazar 0 Pepito, 1-.:u!er Yo/and B. G uerrero and Rosalio G.Artes . . h:--------

The R Combinatorial Suhset And The R (\Hnplemcntary Union Of Sets

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Accessibility Number Of Sets Mary Joy r.· Luga, Ken Rothwyn M ft.lira, A uhrey S. Polito and Rosalia G. Art es, Jr.------------------

Binary Operation On Tsomorphic Sets Jupiter Pilongo and Kristy Mae CClparida------------------

On Some Results Of The Torsion-free Abelian Trace And Kernel Groups

Jocelyn S. Paradero-Vilela and Ricky B. Vil/eta------------

On The K-subgraphs Of The Generalized Hypercubes Geoffrey A. Solano and .Jaime D.L. Caro--------------------

Convex Accessibility Of Graphs Randy L. Caga-anan and Rosalio G. Artes, Jr.-------------

On The Bundle Numbers Of Graphs Genyluz M Dangin, Euler Yo/and B. Guerrero and Romulo C. Guerrero---------------------------------------

Folding Bipartite Graphs And The Sum Of Graphs Severino V Gervacio and Romu/o C. Guerrero-------------

Edge-monophonic Number Of The Join Of Graphs Alexis Bernard A. Dalam and Rowena T. Isla--------------

On The Linear Sum Of Graphs Joselito A. Uy, Rowena T. Isla and Teresa L. Tacbobo-- -

Derivative Of A Continuous Graph Via Its Degree Sequence Polynomial Representation

Joan B. Ybanez and Rosalia G. Artes, Jr. -------------------

Dominating Set And Dominating Number Over A Collection Joan B. Ybafiez, Mary Kris Remulta, Toni Rose C. Herrera and Rosalio G. Artes, Jr.~----------------------------

Training-less Optical Recognition Of Printed Characters Using Equation Fitting

Rev M Matugas and Jaderick P Pabico---------------------

Constrained Multiple Sequence Alignment Tool Vincent Peter C. Magboo and Honeylette B de Luna----

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Combinatorial Pattern Discovery Tool Vincent Peter C. Magboo and April 0. Harina-------------

Msa: Multiple Sequence Alignment Ma. Sheila A. Afagboo----------------------------------------

A Johnson Scheme Interpretation Of Nucleotide Alphabet Composition

Geojfrey A. Solano and Jaime D.L. Caro--------------------

Electrical Characteristics Of Amorphous Zno For Uv Sensors Application

Jess E. Gambe and Reynaldo Arf Vequi~o------------------

Germicidal Lamp-induced Synthesis Of Silver Nanopa1ticles ln Crossjjnked Polymer Globules

Concepcion Pnnce, Emee Grace Tabares. Raul Olaguer------------------------------------------------

Surface Morphology Of Polyanisidinc-polyvinyl Acetate Composite films

Francis lvfurillo Emralino and A1arvin Usiaris Herrera--

Dip Self-assembly Of Agpaa-pdda On Glass: Influence Of Lonie Strength

Concepcion Ponce, Leon Iv!. l'l~vawan and M Cynthia Goh-------------------------------------------

Optimal Control OfThin Film Flow With State Estimation From Noisy Measurements

Valentine Biez L. Lampayan, Christian Vic/or L. Arellano. Jose Ernie C. Lope and Ricardo C.H del Rosario-------------------------------

Surface Morphology Of Bi-2212 Films Grown By Pulsed Laser Deposition

.!. C. de veru, J. F Gabc~vno. W 0. Garcia and R. V. Sarmago------------------------------------------ --

Calculation OfThe Winding Probability for An Entangled Polymer With A Harmonically Length Varying Potential

Mark Nolan Confesor , J inky Bornales, Christopher Bernido, and M V. Carpio-Bernido------------------------

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Sing1e Beam Performance Test For The Global Large Detector Calorimeter

Filchito Renee G. Bagsican and Dennis C. Arogancia----

Study Of Avalanche Processes Jn A Gas Electron Multiplier Using Garfield

Louie T. Murcia and llermogenes C. Gooc Jr.--------------

Green Functjon And Energy Spectrum Of A 3d Dirac Oscillator Lyndon D. Bastatas-and Jinky B. Born.ales------------------

On The Propagator Of A Charged Particle In A Constant Magnetic Field With 2-d Anisotropic Harmonic Oscillator Potential: A White Noise Functional Approach

Alviu Rey B. Nasir and Jinky B. Bornales-------------------

White Noise Approach On Three Dimensional Anisotropic Harmonic Oscillator ln A Magnetic Field

Norhabih P Paporo, Jingle B. MaRallanes and Jinky B. Bornales--------------------------------------

Investigation On The Difference l3etween The Sound Emitted By Queen-right And Queen less Hives Of Trigona Biroi

Francis Murillo Emralino, Marvin Ustaris Herrera, CI eof as C ervanc ia----------------------------------------------

E11gineering Scie11cel· and Tecll11ology

Formation Of Biodiesel From Different Oils Lorna T. Enerva, Joel G. Lugman, Gilbert A Tadina and Ma. Nona P Pascua--------------------------------------------

Enzyme-assisted Extraction And Carica Papaya Latex-catalyzed Transesterification Of Jatropha Curcas L. Oji For Biodiesel Production.

Andy B. Aquino, Veronica P Migo, Maxima E. Flavie1; Eve~}'11 B. Rodriguez--------------------------------------------

Re-map: A Decision Support System For Mapping Renewable Energy Resources And Systems In The Philippines

Carlos M Pascual, Phebe M Pasion, lrmu P. Acebedo Fredelito 1. Yadao, Norman A. Aguinaldo and Elizabeth P Pascual------------------------------------

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Persistent Organic Pollutant Information And Surveying System Avegail D. Carpio and Ryan Yeban------------------------

An imap: A Web-based City Pound Manager And Geographical Information System

Aregail D. Carpio, Christmarie Agoot----------------------

Visualizing Relationships In Hypertext Documents Using Quasi-hierarchical Graphs In 3d Hyperbolic Space

1oni-Jan Keith P. Monserrat* and Jaderick P l'abicu-----

Mt. Isarog Biodiversity l1_1formation System Vincent Peter C. A1agboo*. Pierce B1:vw1 P Badid/es-----

Scale Up Factors For Chemical Oxygen Demand (cod) Removal From Sugar Refinery Spent [on Exchange Process (siep) Effluent By Indirect Electrochemical Oxidation

Kaycie Mae L. Tanoy. Catalino G. A(fafara. Veronica P Afigu. Monet Concepcion C. A1ag1~von. Jeivel A. Capunilan and A1asatnshi J\rlatsumura------------

Development And Physical Properties Of Cord icritc Based Material For Thermal Insulation Application Utilizing Solsona White Clay, Oangui Soapstone And Other Additives

Dionesio C. Pondoc and Joey L. Tubutol-------------------

Health Science.\'

Application Of An Alternative Assay In Determining Eye irritation Potential Of Pharmaceutical Products

Gemma S Dinwculangan. Afadeliene E. Fabros, Joshul! Jan Falla. Nilo C. Vale, Luida C. Cruz. Ronald R. 1\fatias

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Antitrichomonal Activity Of Plant Extracts From Family Lamiaceae (coleus Blumei, Oreganum Vulgare, And Vitex Neg11ndo): In Vitro Studies

Alexander Edward Dy. Adrian Salvador De Vera, KIJ'Stle Anne Del Rosario, Edward Delos Santos, Nina Nanette Diansuy, Victoria Grace Dimacali, Jose Carlos Dumlao, Leona Bettina Dungca, Richelle Duque, Jean Aileen Elauria. Mikhail Esteban. Rachelle Ann Facistol, Patricia Ann Factor, 1\1.aria Nina Fajardo. Adrian Manuel Fausto. Roy Raoul Felipe, Karen Evangelista And Francisco Hera/de III------------------------------------

Evaluation Of Antimicrobial Activities Of E. Camaldulensis Dehnh Leaf Oil Against Scabies

J\t!ariluz Sp. Dionglay, Irma l Palanginan and Maristar Sp. Dionglay------------------------------------

Anti-inflammato1y Component From The Extract Leaves Of Amarantus Viridis Linn (ko litis)

Lorna T Enerva. Exequella S. Digman. Lean Hermogenes,April V. Maningas and Gene~)m B. Recato---

Proximate Analysis And Chromatographic Characterization Of Antimicrobial Compounds Of Indigenous Medicinal Fungi (ganoderma Lucidum Karst.)

Jonar l Yago, Mm·ilyn B. Brown and Tricita H. Quimio--

Active Compound(s) From Crude Extracts Of Euphorbia Milli Var Splendens: A Potent Antibiotic

Teofila 0. Zulaybar. Edsel James T Sandico, Vinz Simon 1: Rufi/a, A-lark T Rufi/a, Julie Ann Bonsubre and Annie Joy S. Aguilar---------------------------------------

Mangosteen (garcinia Mangostana) Extract. .. potential Agent Against Methicillin- Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (mrsa)

Teojila 0. Zulaybar, Irene. A. Papa and Bernardo C. Mercado-------------------------------------

Nutritive Value Of Camaro Aimee Lynn A. Barrion-Dupo, Aimee Sheree A. Barrion and lreneo L. Lil, Jr.--------------------------------------------

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Multivariate Analysis Of Sel~ded Biometric And Socioeconomic Factors And lntestinal Helminthiasis In Children In Tubod, Lanao Del Norte

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Hcr2 Expression Profile Of A Population Of Invasive Ductal Carcinoma Of The Breast: Clinico-Pathologic And Cytologic Con-elates

lvlilfe A. Ababa, Franco G. Teves .. .Jose Rhoe/ C. de Leon, Mm:v Jean P. Loreche-Amif, lyclia M. Bajo and Olga J\1. Nuneza-------------------------------------------

l3one Mineral De.nsity (bmd) And Fracture Risk Assessment Tool A1ag boo. ]11/a. Sheila. A1agboo, On~ . . Afillicent T----------

Molecular Design Of Sunflower (helianthus Ammus) Trypsin Inhibitor-I (sfti-1) Peptide Analogues As Dengue Virus Ns2b-ns3 Serine Protease Inhibitor

Jerome P Panibe----------------------------------------------

Pcr-rtlp Detects Clarithromycin-resistant Helicobacler Pyolri Strains Jsolatcd From Biopsy Samples

Cristine R. Casingal, Blan.qui/a B. De Guzman. John Arne/ Pang ilinan, Helicobacter pylori Study Group, and Filipinas F Natividad----------------------------------

Characterization Of Hepatitis C Virus Genotype I Isolates Using Pcr-rflp And Sequence Analysis

MichaPI 0. Baclig, /\lfa_v M. Rivera. Re.v Z. Predicala, Mark Pierre S. Dimumay, Ronald R . .A-1'atias, Filipinas F Natividad, Juliet Gopez Cervantes, and the Liver Diseases Study Group------------ -----------

Treatment Outcomes In Tb Symptomatics Enrolled At The Ptsi-qi Dots~ Year 2006

Lynore ,\,-[ Sandoval. Donna A.fc1e de la Cruz. Catherine Dupra, Rone/a Puylong, Delia de Castro-Ontengco. Claire l anceta, Diana A.fal/ari and Violeta Perez--------

A Crossover Comparison Of Ultraviolet Irradiation And Alcohol Disinfection OfNosocomial Pathogens

Lucily n D. Lahoylahoy and Jan Mickelle V Maratm·-----

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Surveillance For Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Among Medical Personnel Of Veterans Memorial Medical Center

Juniper G. Germinal. Marie Grace B. Lavadia, Suzette R. Ji,falapad, Cariene N Tormon, Hermia Mae D. Villapando, and Delia C. Ontengco--------------------------

Food Safety And Public Health Concern Of Fish Ball Street Vending Activities ln Iligan City, Lanao Del Norte

Mae Carmen P. Briones, Rex Josef T Ca/merin, Karen M Ocat and Franco G. Teves--------------------------------

Microbial Flora Densities Of Perna Viridis Distributed In The Citi.cs Of Mandaue And Lapulapu Markets, Cebu Province

Corazon P Macachor. Cecilio S. Baga, Baby Ruth A. Magno and Rufino T. Tudlasan--------------------------------

Hand Hygiene Compliance In A Local Tertiary Hospital [n lligan City

Rome/ F. Castillano, Katheryne P. Coronado, Diane A-1ae A . Sanchez and Lady Jane C. F anuncio---------------------

Microbial Air Quality Of Gregorio T. Lluch Memorial Hospital, Il igan City

Honey~yn H Deocampo. April Mae D. Flores. Augie B. Ga/ado and Lady Jane C. Fanuncio-------------------------

Protecting Patient Identity Through Deidentification Of Patient Medical Data: A Crucial Step To Medical Research

A1u. Sheila A. Magboo------------------------------------------

Detection Of Meca Gene In Phenotypically-confirmed Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (mrsa) Among Local Clinical lsolates

Wi?fredo M Vercu; .It:, Erne/ea Cao, and Delia C Ontengco-----------------------------------------

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Perception And Attitude Towards The Co-management Of Mt Makiling Forest Reserve, Laguna, Philippines

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Local Perceptions On Ecological Conservation Practices Jn Sustaining The Ecotourism Of Pagsanjan Falls

Dixon T Gevaik1. Patricia Carla B. Jolejole, Liz Ahren C. Penq/lor und Rully Rahadian-----------------------------

Patterns Of Internet-based Friendship Among Residents Of Los Banos, Laguna: The Friendster Case

Jaderick P Pabico and Chezka Camille P Arevalo--------

Self-awareness As An Approach To Stress Management: Assessing The Level Of Frustration And Stress Level Of Selected Freshmen Students OfThe University Of The Philippines Los Bai'ios

Naomi A1. Enriquez. Myra Luz G. Abueg and A lie/ i C. Dominxo------------------------ -------------

Utilization Of Biogas In Ilocos Norte And I locos Sur: Jts Impact To The Users

Susan G. Aquino-----------------------------------------------

Tindupi. P'ras, Samalunii. Gam{.,·: Seasonal Calendar. Climate Change And Adaptive Strategics Among The Subanun In Mt Malindang

L C. Se ,·idal Castro, Liwc~vway S. Viloria. Johanna E. l !ana.mn and Reymund T.Bago-------------------------------

Readiness Of Msu-iit Students For Quantum Mechanics Filchito Renee Bagsican. Gretchen Barredo. Rolcmdo Candidato .h:, Cresenle Cabahug, Joy Lyn Dela Cru=, !vfarycr is EgoL. J ess Gamhe. Neal Alfie l as/a, Normilah Lindao. Jan ,Hickelle A4aratas. Noel Lito Sayson and A 1wel ina Baca/a-- ---------------------------------------­

"" Psychometric Evaluation Of Depressive Symptoms ln Universty Students Of Msu-iit

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