A new box jellyfish species wants to be discovered. A team of Filipino marine researchers attempts to study these new species in their natural habitat. These species live in hard-to-reach […]
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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.
An Invention Could Lower Terahertz Antenna Device Cost
Scientists from the University of the Philippines (UP) have achieved a breakthrough that could make advanced technology more accessible. A new semiconductor structure has been developed by scientists from the University of the Philippines–Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS). This innovation promises to lower the cost of terahertz (THz) antenna devices. This invention addresses key technical and economic barriers to its adoption.
Filipino Scientists Uncover Hidden Ocean Treasures
Submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) is a crucial process. Groundwater seeps into the ocean. It carries freshwater, nutrients, and sometimes pollutants. These SGD sites are teeming with microbial life. They are […]
Filipino Scientists on Detection of Lung Cancer
Filipino scientists have made a breakthrough. They identified potential biomarkers for early lung cancer detection. Their research is published in the Journal of Proteome Research. This journal focuses on protein […]
UP Diliman Physicists Crack the Code of Cold
The world of condensed matter physics operates at extremes, where temperatures plummet near absolute zero and materials exhibit bizarre behaviors. Think of superconductors or superfluids – substances that defy ordinary […]
The Rapid Sinking of Metro Manila
Tectonic motion, natural compaction of sediments, and excessive groundwater extraction with rapid urbanization is a growing concern. It drives land subsidence. Climate change further exacerbated this issue. It leads to […]
Two Scientists Win Award For Empowering Women’s Health
Two esteemed scientists from the University of the Philippines – Diliman College of Science (UPD-CS) have been honored. They received recognition with the 2024 NSTW (National Science and Technology Week) […]