Scientists from the University of the Philippines Diliman have made a groundbreaking measurement. They recorded the elusive Goos-Hänchen (GH) shift in common, low-loss materials like silicon and gallium arsenide. This […]
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Tree Holes: Vital Homes for Subic’s Forest Birds
Tree cavities are essential for many bird species. These birds use tree holes for nesting and raising their young. Some birds, like woodpeckers, can create their own cavities. These are called primary excavators. Other birds, called secondary cavity nesters, rely on natural or pre-existing holes.
Death Toll Rises As The Philippines’ Road to Ruin.
Ninety-four percent. That’s the staggering percentage of Filipino road users who are pedestrians and cyclists— vulnerable road users. They’re the ones most likely to die. The Asian Transport Observatory paints a grim picture. The numbers are stark. The MMDA reports 82 cyclists died in road crashes between 2011 and 2021—a 39% increase.
UP Diliman Physicists Map the World’s Shifting Cultures
UP Diliman Scientists created detailed cultural maps. These maps show how cultures change over time. The team is from the National Institute of Physics (NIP) measured cultural diversity using the standard deviational ellipse (SDE) area.
New Medical Professionals Face Bleak Job Prospects in the Philippines
Ateneo de Manila University research reveals a grim reality for Filipino medical graduates. Many struggle to find stable jobs, fair pay, and meaningful roles. This is despite a critical shortage […]
Super Bacteria, A Risk To Food Safety
Researchers at the University of the Philippines Diliman have discovered high levels of multidrug-resistant (MDR) Salmonella in chicken meat sold in Metro Manila wet markets. This is a serious concern, […]
Hope Floats in Manila Bay: A 36% Decrease in Marine Pollution
The EcoWaste Coalition and De La Salle University-Dasmariñas (DLSU-D) have made remarkable progress. They have unveiled the findings of their 2024 Marine Litter Monitoring Survey Report. The report was presented […]
Filipinos’ Key Barriers to Using Solar Energy
The Philippines enjoys abundant sunshine and faces high electricity costs. Despite these conditions, the adoption of rooftop solar power (RTSP) is widespread. However, high upfront costs and a lack of […]