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NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY National Science and Technology Authority

National Scientists:

Juan S. Salcedo, Jr., M.D. Alfredo C. Santos, Dr. phil. Gregorio Y. Zara*, Dr. Sc1 , M.D. Eduardo A. Quisumbing, Ph.D. Geminiano T. de Ocampo, M.D. *, Ph.D. Gregorio Velasquez, Ph.D.

Executive Council

Paulo C. Campos, M.D. President Melecio S. Magno, Ph.D. Vice-Presiden~ Tito A. Mij'U'es, Ph.D. Secretary Jose Encarnacion, Jr., Ph.D. Member Raymundo A. Favila. Ph.D. Member Francisco 0. Santos, Ph.D. Member Carmen C. VP.lasquez, Ph.D. Member

Academicians:

Teodoro A. Agoncillo, Litt. D. (honoris causa) , Ph.D. Clare R. Baltazar, Ph.D. Juiian Ba.nzon, Ph.D. Luz 0. Belardo, Ph.D. Benjamin D. Cabrera, M.D. Paulo C. Campos, M.D. Magdalena C. Cantoria, Ph.D. Amando M. Dalisay, Ph.D. Conrado S. Dayrit, Ph.D. Jose Encarnacion, Jr., Ph.D. Pedro B. Escuro, Ph.D. Raymundo A. Favila, Ph.D. Francisco M. Fronda, Ph.D. Emerita V. de Guzman*, Ph.D. Emil Q. Javier, Ph.D. Bienvenido 0. Juliano, Ph.D. Alfredo V. Lagmay, Ph.D. Cecilio F. Lopez*, Dr. phil. Melecio S. Magno, Ph.D. Fe del Mundo, M.D. Tito A. Mijares, Ph.D. Geminiano T. de Ocampo, M.D. Eduardo A. Quisumbing, Ph.D. Jose N. Rodriguez*, M.D. Casimiro del Rosario*, Ph.D. JuanS. Salcedo, Jr., M.D. Alfredo C. Santoll, Dr. phil. Francisco 0. Santos, Ph.D. Joventino D. Soriano, Ph.D. Clara Y. Lim-Sylianco, Ph.D. Dioscoro L. Umali, Ph.D. Carmen C. Velasquez, Ph.D. Gregorio T. Velasquez, Ph.D. Gregorio Y. Zara*, Ph.D.

* deceased Vol. 4 No. 4, Dec. 1982 NAST PICKS OUT '82 Outstanding Young Scientists

The Outstanding Young Scientist Awards for 1982 was carried on Rules for '83 Awardees Out under the auspices of the National Academy of Science and Technology. The selection send by actual vote coming from the officers and members of The glow of the '82 Awardees the Academy, the following made it to this year's reputable award. was still warm and a new set of guidelines for the 1983 outstanding They are, from left: Carmela A. A/filer, M.D., Pediatric Medicine; young scientists is already out. Rodo/fo P. Cabangbang, Ph.D., Plant Breeding; Virgilio G.. Enriquez, Ph.D., Awards shall be given to young Sikolohiyang Pilipino, NSTA Director General Emil 0. Javier, Academician; scientists who have made signifi· Presiiient Marcos; Jose A. Marasigan, Ph.D., Mathematics; William G. cant contributions in science and Padolina, Ph.D., Phyto-chemistry; Percy E. Sajise, Ph.D., Ecology; technology, most specsally in the Benito L. Tanheco, Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering; and Alejandro N. Herrin, fields of medicine, social sciences, Ph.D., Demographic Economics. (To page 14)

ACADEMY NEWS Page 3 Bacnotan, La Union National Scientist Gives Inspirational Talk to Science Club Members

Like what we stated in the Dedication and patience-m the words of Dr. Gregorio Velasquez, last issue of the Academy News national scientist-shoul(f be the Dr. Velasquez's knowledge and foremost virtues a scientist should dedicated service in many ways possess to be a successful one. brought growth and development in the country's biological research. These words were reflected in Not only that, many Filipino the inspirational talk he gave before Ph.D.'s who had been under him science-inclined youth. said they were drawn to his exten­ sive research studies. Foremost, his Occasion: The 1982 Nationai work· on Algology and Phycology, Science Club Month activities. It was held at the Ortega Memorial Before he was elected Acade· Hall at the Don Mariano Marcos mician and most recently his being State University in La Union, proclaimed national scientist we September 4th. can readily read the kind of pro­ fessionalism he imparted -whether e Science Club Month is held he was in the classroom, the labo­ every September of every year. It ratories and they can be gleaned brings together science club mem­ from his published works and we bers from schools all over the coun­ can read it even from among his try. This year for example, they peers. Among them the Plaque of aim to make members participate Merit from the NRCP in 1977 actively in the national govern­ ment's thrust for better livelihood "for his unselfish and dedicated of the country in the future. service to the growth and develop- 1ment tn the country, 1966 to 1973.

ADr. Gregorio Velasquez, national scientist, had at one point, served as first president of the Philippine Science High School. He was invited by organizers of the National Science Club Month, observance of which was led by the Science Promotion Institute

( Photo at left shows him as he enthusiastically hands over his talks before members of the Philippine Society of Youth Science Clubs and the Science Club Advisers Association of the Philippines.

Page 4 ACADEMY NEWS EO 818 Amends PO Creating the NAST

(Editor's Note - The formal establishment of the administered by an Executive Council of seven NAST last July, 1978 following the signing of • members, named by the President from among at PD 1003-A has developed a whale of a yam. While its least 10 members nominated by the Academy. creation also gives testimony to the continuing It has 31 members at present, although said PD concern of the government to cromote a wider provides for 50 members at any one time. appreciation in science and among the general public. However, the Academy, in order to function This likewise indicates the opportunities offered to more .efficiently and give them more mobility both in S & T manpower - which well affect all aspects administration and operations, sought some revisions of work from cultural and education, recreational and in said PD. This initial effort is reflected in the to the ttnvironmental and daily life. recently signed Executive Order818, amending PD- Among others, the Academy seeks to provide 1003-A, creating the NAST and for related a reservoir of competent scientific and technological purposes). manpower for the country. Its affairs are The full text: Malacanang the Constitution and the authority SEC 4. To carry out the pur­ Manila vested in me by Presidential Decree poses of this Executive Order, the By the President of the Philippines No. 1416 as amended, do hereby Office of Budget and Management Executive Order No. 818 order and direct: is hereby authorized to provide such amounts as may be necessary Amending Presidential Decree SECTION 1. Section 1 of Pres­ from available or applicable funds No. 1003-A, creating the Na­ idential Decree 1003-A is hereby of the government. tional Academy of Science amended to read as follows" SEC. 5. All other provisions of and Technology and for "SECTION 1. There is here­ Presidential Decree No. 1003-A related purposes by created the National Aca· not otherwise affected by this demy of Science and Techno­ Executive Order shall remain WHEREAS, it is desirable to logy, hereinafter referred to as in force and all laws, decrees, make more efficient the adminis­ the Academy, which shall be orders, proclamation, rules, regu­ trative functions and operations composed of outstanding lations, or parts thereof, which are of the National Academy of scientists to serve as a reservoir inconsistent with any of the pro­ Science and Technology; of competent scientific and visions of this Executive Order are WHEREAS, it is necessary for technological manpower for hereby repealed or amended the Academy to embark on prog­ the country, The Academy accordingly. rams traditionally and interna­ shall be attached to the Na­ SEC. 6. Any portion or provi­ tionally expected of a national tional Science and Techno­ sion of this Executive Order that academy of science; logy Authority (NST A) for may be declared unconstitutional general coordination. The WHEREAS, the Constitutional shall not have the effect of nullify. Academy shall have its own mandate that the "State shall pro­ ing the other provisions thereof, Secretariat/Administrative mote scientific research and inven­ provided that such remaining Staff." tions" and that "the advancement portions can still stand and be SEC. 2. The second paragraph of science shall have priority in the given effect in their entirety to of Section 9 of the same Decree national development", requires accomplish the objectives of this is hereby amended to read as that the Academy be made explicit· Executive Order. follows: ly closer as advisers on science and SEC. 7. This Executive Order technology to the President and "Initially, each member of shall take effect immedi<~tely. his ministers; the Academy shall receive a DONE in the City of Manila, WHEREAS, under Presidentia I gratuity of Six Thousand Pesos this 16th day of July iA the year Decree No. 1416, as amended, the (P6,000,00) per annum. The of our Lord, nineteen hundred President is empowered to under­ Academy may determine stipends, and e1ghty-two. take such organizational and related incentives and/or recommend improvements as may be appro­ adjustment of gratuity to/or priate in the light of changing of its member subject to the circumstances and new develop­ approval of the National Science ~R~S ments; and Technology Authority," President of the Philippines NOW, THEREFORE, I, SEC. 3. The Academy may FERDINAND E. MARCOS, Presi­ engage in projects or programs By the President dent of the Philippines, by virtue designed to recognize outstanding of the powers vested in me by achievements in science to promote (Sgct) JUAN C. TUVERA scientific productivity. Presidential Executive Assistant

ACADEMY NEWS Page 5 Thai's Kasetsart U Confers Honorary D. Sc. Degree to Dr. F. Frond a

ACADEMICIAN RECEIVES AWARD FROM CROWN PRINCESS OF THAILAND

New Zealand is Dr. Francisco Fronda, Academi­ An expert in Animal Husbandry, cian, was conferred on honorary he rose from the ranks at the Col­ Seat of 15th Doctorate of Science degree (Agri­ lege of Agriculture, UP at Los Pacific Congress culture) by.the Kasetsart Univer­ Banos. Starting out as instructor of The 15th Pacific Congress is sity in Bangkok, Thailand, recently. Poultry Husbandry to assistant then associate professor then to profes­ lined-up to for Dunedin at the Dr. Fronda received the Award sor and research professor and University of Otago from February from Her Royal Highness, the much later, as Emeritus Professor. 1-11 , 1983. The motif is Conser­ Crown Princess of Thailand. The vation, Development and Utiliza­ gesture was in lieu of His Majesty, He was head of the Department tion of the Resources of the Pacific. the King who was sick at the time. of Animal Husbandry at the College Actually the theme will be con­ of Agriculture from November 1, The setting: The 1982 Annual veyed in four interdisciplinary 1955 to June 30, 1957. Simul­ Commencement Exercise of Kaset­ symposia, namely: energy in agri­ taneously serving as research co­ sart U at the Amphorn Garden culture; high latitude resources; ordinator of the Central Experi­ Auditorium last July 29. their assessment and development; ment Station of the College of resources, science and the laws of In his letter dated July 12th to Agriculture. the sea and Pacific Island poten­ Dr. Fronda, the University Rector, tials. Chongrak Prichananda, stated- He has behind him some pub­ To date, a substantial number lished works/researches numbering " ... on behalf of the Kasetsart to almost 700. of other scientific societies have University Council, the Council has already indicated their intention It will be recalled that among approved the recommendation either to hold or sponsor meetings the awards and distinctions here­ submitted by the Faculty of in Dunedin as part of the Congress. Agriculture conferring an honorary ceived during his younger years, Arrangements on pre-and post­ was a bronze plaque awarded by Doctor of Science degree (agricul­ congress tours will be provided. the UP College of Agriculture ture) to Francisco M. Fronda. The Pacific Science Association Alumni Association, Inc. in Octo­ have listed the sections to be in­ "The Council recognizes your ber, 1966. The text of the award cluded. These are: ecology, con­ outstanding contributions in the goes this way- servation and environmental pro­ field of your expertise plus a good " ... for outstanding perfor­ tection; solid earth sciences; geo­ number of works accomplished mance as a gentleman, educator, graphy; museums in Pacific re­ through your initiation and able agricultural scientist, family man search; marine sciences; coral reefs; guidance of several organizations and poultry husbandman, with par­ ; forestry; freshwater dealing with research, instruction ticular emphasis on his significant sciences; entomology; social and extension responsibilities. Your contributions to the poultry in­ sciences; and humanities; public esteemed advice and assistance to dustry of the Philippines and health and medical sciences; nutri­ the Kasetsart University program Thailand." tion and science education and are also remembered with gratifica­ communication. tion." Industrial Pollution & Control Conference The First International The papers to be presented at industry, government, water Conference on Industrial Pollution this three-day conference will authorities and utilities, and Control will be held 14-17 include: air pollution and control; universities, national and inter­ December, 1982 at Hotel water and pollution; noise national centers and agencies Equatorial in Singapore. pollution; industrial health; concerned with the industrial The Conference aims to bring industrial waste and treatment environment. together environmental specialists system; solid wastes and Conference secretariat is ECMC, to discuss and examine environ­ residues; and domestic sewage suite 815 World Trade Center, mental problems encountered as a and sewerage. 1 Maritime Square, Singapore 0409. result of industrial development. These will reflect the views of

Page 6 ACADEMY NEWS The Academicians at the ceremonious inves­ Joventino D. Soriano, Ph.D.; Julian Banzon, titure of New Academicians at· the PICC during Ph.D. , and Alfredo V. Lagmay, Ph.D., both the National Science and Technology Week. partly hiddef}; Carmen C. Velasquez, Ph.D.; Above: From left to right are: Magdalena National Scientists. Geminiano T. de Ocampo, C. Cantoria, Ph. D.; Melecio S. Magno, Ph. D.; M.D.; Gregorio T. Velasquez, Ph.D.,· Alfredo Raymundo A. Favila, Ph. D.; and Bienvenido C. Santos, Dr. phil.; Fe del Mundo, M.D.; n .Iuliano, Ph. D. and Eduardo Ouisumbing, Ph.D., and NAST Below: From right to left: Francisco 0. head Paulo C. Campos, M.D. Santos, Ph. D.; Dioscoro L. Umali. Ph.D.;

ACADEMY NEWS Page 7 The members of the National Academy of Science and Technology. Here, as they pose for a group picture after this year's Investiture of New Academicians at thePICC. Seated from left to right: Tito A. Mijares, Ph. 0 .; , Ph. D., National Scientist; Fe del Mundo, National Scientist; Geminiano T. de Ocampo, M.D., National Scientist; Paulo C. Campos, M.D., Academy President, Emil Q. Javier, Ph. D.; Alfredo V. Lagmay, Ph. D.; Carmen C. Velasquez, Ph. 0.; Alfredo C. Santos, Or. phil., National Scientist, and Gregorio T. Velasquez, National Scientist. Standing, from left: Raymundo A. Favila, Ph. 0.; Melecio S. Magno, Ph. D.; Clare Baltazar, Ph. 0.; Magdelena C. Cantoria, Ph. D.; Benjamin D. Cabrera, M.D.;

Page 8 ACADEMY NEWS Encarnacion A/zona, Ph. D.; Julian Banzon, Ph. D.; Joventino D. Soriano, Ph. D.; Dioscoro L. Umali, Ph. D.; Francisco 0. Santos, Ph. D. and Bienvenido 0. Juliano, Ph. D. Not in photo are: Teodoro A. Agoncillo, Litt. D. {honoris causa); Luz 0/iveros-Belardo, Ph. D.; Amanda M. Dalisay, Ph. D.; Conrado S. Dayrit, M.D.; Jose Encarnacion, Jr., Ph.D.; Pedro B. Escuro, Ph.D.; Francisco M. Fronda, Ph.D.; Juan S. Salcedo, Jr., M.D. National Scientist and Clara Y. Lim-Sylianco, Ph.D. Deceased members are: Emerita V. de G.uzman, Ph.D.; Cecilia F. Lopez, Dr. phil.; Jose N. Rodriguez, M.D.; Casimiro del Rosario, Ph.D.; and Gregorio Y. Zara, D. Sc.

ACADEMY NEWS Page 9 The formal bestowal of the New Academi­ cians. Here, Dr. Benjamin Cabrera and Dr. Emil 0. Javier as they take their oath before NAST Pre<:irlont. Dr. Paulo C. Campos at the rostrum.

Page 10 ACADEMY NEWS Seek Collaboration of Foreign Institutions on Local National Product Research

A Chemical Study of the Essen­ tial Oil from the Fruit Peelings of Psidium Guajava L., Philippine Variety was read at the University Inn of the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania last August 1-6, 1982. And most immediately, many foreigners have indicated their interest in doing chemical study of Philippine plants. That week·long gathering of scientists was the 23rd Annual Meeting of the American Society of Pharmacognosy where our Academician, Luz Oliveros-Belardo presented the above·titled paper. (Con·td. on page 14)

Dr. Luz 0/iveros-Be/ardo, Academician, reads her oil. Dr. Lawrence is director of R & D, Avoca paper on Essential Oil at the Scientific Session Division of R. J. Reynolds Technical Company, of the 23rd Annual Meeting of the American Society Winston-Sa/em, North Carolina, U.S.A. of Pharmacognosy, University of Pittsburgh Below right, the research laboratory of Dr. in Pennsylvania, U.S.A. from August 1~. Lawrence where our Academician observed a sample Below, the Academician with Dr. Brian M. of a Philippine essential oil undergo a computerized Lawrence, Ph.D. as they discuss experimental results gas chromatographic analysis. obtained from a study of a Philippine essential

ACADEMY NEWS Page 11 ·a non-g·overnmental regional scientific body Asean Scientists Meet at KL, AASSEAN Formed Manila Eyed as Seat of Next Years Meet

The Philippines. was represented ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE IN by NAST Executive Council SOUTHEAST ASIAN NATIONS (AASSEAN) officials and members at the PREAMBLE preparatory meeting of senior The national associations for the advancement of science in the scientists in ASEAN region early member states of ASEAN: this vear in Kuala Lumpur. Malay­ sia. They were: Dr. Paulo C. 1) Recognizing the importance of closer ties among national asso­ Campos, Dr. Alfredo C. Santos, ciations for the advancement of science in assisting the people national scientist and Dr. Carmen of this region attain the highest possible level of scientific ad­ Velasquez. Meanwhile, Manila is vancement and its applications in the process of modernization. being eyed to be the next seat of this ASEAN body by early next 2) Realizing the need for mutual cooperation and collaboration in year. 'advancing science and applying it.

That body on consensus voted 3) Having organised the Association for the Advancement of Science to explore the need for a non­ in South East Asian Nations (AASSEAN). governmental regional scientific body with a high status for the Do hereby adopt and promulgate this constitution in Kuala Lumpur, purpose of promoting the advance­ Malaysia on 14 March 1982. ment of science and its application in the ASEAN region. ARTICLES Initially, to give more meaning and weight to this concept, a pro­ Name: tem body was formed, composed of: Dr. M. K. Rajakumar, con­ 1) The name of the organization shall be the Association for the venor: Dr. Campos and onere­ Advancement of Science in South East Asian Nations presentative from the Philippines; (AASSEAN), hereinafter referred to as "the Association". Tan Sir Dr. B.C. Sekhar and Prof. Objective J.l. Furtado, Malaysia; Prof. Ang How Ghee and Dr. Theng Chye­ 2) The aim of the Association shall be to promote the advance­ Yam of Singapore; and from ment of science and its applications in the South East Asian Thailand, Prof. Kamchorn Manu­ nations consonant with their process of modernization and napichu and Dr. Kamchad Mong­ development. holkol and two representatives Activities from Indonesia. To come out with the status 3) The Association shall discharge this aim through the following of a non-governmental body activities: ensued from what turned out to be representatives from orga· 1. Organising meetings, symposia and congresses comprising nlzations of science or scientists in lectures, discussions, exhibits, demonstrations and other each country within the Southeast scientific activities. Asian region. There are government as well as private associations. 2. Issuing publications including proceedings of meetings and journals. The same pro-tem body was to 3. Promoting interdisciplinary cooperation. maintain contact between individ­ 4. Encouraging and sponsoring working groups for studying uals, societies and institutions. and understanding specific issues or areas of science and The following constitution was its applications. drafted during that Kuala Lumpur 5. Promoting international scientific cooperation. meet. 6. Recognising outstanding contributions to the advance­ ment of science and its applications in the reg_iQ.n.

Page 12 ACADEMY NEWS Bio Energy 84 Scheduled in Sweden

7. Formulating and representing opinions on contemporary issue.s of science and its application in the region. The Swedish BioEnergy 8. Doing such other activities as are consonant with the aim Association and the Swedish Trade of the.Association. Fair Foundation have decided to Membership arrange Bio-Energy '84, a world conference and exhibition, in 4) The unit of membership shall be each of the national associations June 1984 in Gothenburg, Sweden. for the advancement of science in the South East Asian nations. Bio-Energy 84 is intended for all those working with energy Fees technologies and energy planning. The most important group 5) Each member association shall pay a membership fee to the consists of the representatives of Association, as shall be determined by the Council. local and regional authorities. Bio-energy activities provide unique Delegates possibilities for local, municipal and regional development all over 6) Each member association shall appoint four (4) delegates who the world. Apart from cheap shall ipso facto be members of the Council. energy, bio-energy technology takes Council care of the resources in the vicinity and creates employment. 7) The Council of the Association shall be composed of delegates The total concept of biomass for of the member associations and the officers of the Association. energy with some accent on 8) The Council shall determine the general direction of policies and biomass for heating and power affairs of the Association, and shall meet at least once every two purposes will be analyzed in year~ . different seminars. The speakers Officers will be international and the main language is English. Of course, 9) The office-bearers of the Association shall be the Chairman, the simultaneous interpretation will Vice Chairman, the Secretary, the Treasurer and the Editor. be provided. 10) Office-bearers shall hold office for two (2) years. Background Voting The bio-energy world got 11) At meetings of the Council, each member association shall have together in 1980 in Atlanta, one ( 1) vote. Georgia, where the Bio-energy 12) Decisions on all matters shall be decided by a consensus of Council arranged the first world Council members. meeting and exhibition in which about 2000 delegates took part. Constitution and By-Laws The rate of development and commercialization of many 13) At least six (6) months' notice in writing shall be given to the different bio-energy technologies Secretary for any proposal to revise the Constitution and By­ are at such a high level that it is Laws at a Council meeting, and such an item must appear on time for a new world meeting. the agenda of the meeting.

Secretariat

14) The secretariat of the Association shall be loca~ed in a city of a country within the grouping of South East Asian nations.

Dissolution and Liquidation 15) A special meeting ofthe Council shall be convened to decide on probable dissolution and liquidation. 16) The decision of dissolution shall be taken only by consensus. 17) In case of dissolution the Council shall decide on the disposi­ tion of assets of the Association, and shall elect persons to be charged with carrying out the liqu idation.

ACADEMY NEWS Page 13 SEEK COLLABORATION .... • a biennial recognition- (from page 11) In a larger sense, the P.aper drew much attention. Foremost, because Plans for IBM S & T Award Up it had a wide coverage of areas The IBM Philippines in co­ soring a program giving away including botany, chemistry and operation with the National Science P70,000 prize for scientific and applications. Another factor, and Technology Authority is spon- technological innovation by Fili­ it was the only paper on essential pino scientists. oil. RULES FOR '83 .... To be eligible, the criteria for Actually, some of them reite­ contributions to qualify for the (from page 1) rated to help Filipino natural award have been drawn. The products chemists learn thoroughly biological sciences, physics. mathe­ accomplishment of this Filipino soroe new techniques in the field. matics, chemistry. agricultural scientist is one that 1) contributes Many of them shared the opinion sciences and engineering. An to an increase in national techno­ that an international cooperation awardee will receive a trophy and logical wealth; 2) introduces in­ and exchange professorship would a cash prize of P10,000.00 from novations or technical improve­ be most useful. the National Academy of Science ments in the productive sector and and Technology. The trip was considered fruitful 3) stimulates new technology. in many ways. In a very short trip, Stripped to its essentials, the The awarding of IBM prizes shall she was able to carry out other nominees should meet these be made by a seven member awards requirements: things: committee constituted by IBM 1. F'llipino citizen, not more and the NSTA. Already, the follow­ o Conferred with Dean John than 40 years old on July 10, Ruggiero of the School of ing have been asked to compose the 1983 and not a day older; panel of judges, they are: Pharmacy of Virginia Com­ 2. At least a Bachelor's degree monwealth University in holder in one of the aforemen­ 1. Dr. Emil Q. Javier, Academi­ Richmond, Virginia. They tioned disciplines; cian, Director General, Na­ discussed on the possibility 3. Major researcher of a project tional Science and Techno­ of joint projects between this or research activity. logy Authority: universitv and the Philippine 4. An awardee should be willing 2. Dr. Paulo C. Campos, Acade­ Women's Unrversity on stu- to read a paper within a year upon mician, President, National dies of physiologically active presentation of the award. Academy of Science and components from Philippine Head of government or private Technology; plants. Otner plans and research institutions including col­ 3. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, di­ groundwork worked out for leges and universities may submit rector general of the Inter­ the proposed joint venture. nominations to NAST. national Rice Research I nsti­ o Discussed with Dr. Brian M. Entnes must be in the hands of tute; Lawrence,director of Re­ the NAST Secretariat at Paulino J. 4. Mr. Jaime Zobel, vice chair­ search and Development of Garcia Hall corner Pedro Gil and man and Executive Vice Avoca Division of RJRey­ Taft Avenue by February 28. Presid!!nt of Ayala Corpora­ nolds Technical Co. at 1983, regardless of postmark. tion; Winston-Salem, North Caro­ 5. Atty. Edgardo Angara, Presi­ lina. Topic: To further and dent, University of the Philip­ pines; expand present collaborative might be tapped for donations of research works on essential 6. Mr. Manuel Alba, Budget materials. These will be needed Minister and former director. oils. Some results of joint to carry out research in medi­ Technology and Development studies on the chemistry and cinal plants. novel uses of essential oils Institute, East West Center Asked what she considers from Philippine plants have and inspiring during her recent been accepted for presenta­ 7. Mr. Juan Quesada, Jr .• chair­ trip, she immediately quipped, tion at the forthcoming man. Philippine Inventors "it was the common goal of International Congress of Promotions Foundation. orienting research objectives Essential Oils in Singapore towards usefulness to man­ The awards committee will on March, 1983. kind." make all the nominations. In case o Followed up with Rene Olive­ of a tie, the awards committee may ros. chemicai and steam engi­ decide to split the award amount. neer at Torrance, California on possible laboratories which

Page 14 ACADEMY NEWS -a quarterly newsletter published by the National Academy of Science and Technology Paulino Gareis Memorial Hall Pedro Gil. Corner Taft A venue~ Manila - entered as Second-Class Mail at the Manila Central Post Office on December 5, 1980.

Editorial Board

Dr. Paulo C. Campos Dr. Melecio S. Magno Dr. Jose Encarnacion Jr Dr. Raymundo A. F;vil~ Dr. Francisco Santos Dr. Carmen C. Velasquez

• Darhl Saleng~-Andaya, editor • Staff- S. Ramos & N. Sering N. Banez