UPLB Department of Forest Biological Sciences

✨ 𝐃𝐅𝐁𝐒 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐭𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫

The Department of Forest Biological Sciences warmly congratulates For. Emmanuel Bonifacio S. Timog on his appointment as Assistant Professor. He took his oath for the faculty position this June with the DFBS Department Chair, Dr. Crusty E. Tinio.

We celebrate his achievements and look forward to his continued contributions and success in teaching and research, particularly in the areas of forest taxonomy, forest biodiversity and genetic resources conservation. 🌿🧬

Congratulations, Sir Tommy, on this remarkable milestone! 💚

✨ 𝐃𝐅𝐁𝐒 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐈 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐤 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐲. 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐎𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐨 🌿

On June 10, 2026, the Department of Forest Biological Sciences (DFBS), led by Dr. Crusty E. Tinio, met with DOST-PCAARRD Balik Scientist Atty. Chad Patrick Osorio to discuss potential collaborations on the application of artificial intelligence (AI) in biodiversity conservation and forestry research.

Hosted through the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Extension (OVCRE), the meeting provided an opportunity to exchange ideas on emerging technologies and their potential applications in biodiversity assessment, wildlife monitoring, and conservation research. Atty. Osorio shared insights from his work on AI, environmental policy, and conservation, highlighting initiatives that leverage AI and global wildlife databases to strengthen biodiversity conservation and wildlife monitoring efforts.

The meeting also highlighted interdisciplinary collaboration through the participation of Dr. Zenith Arnejo from the Institute of Computer Science, College of Arts and Sciences, UPLB. Together with Atty. Osorio, Dr. Arnejo is developing agent-based modeling (ABM) approaches to examine wildlife trade dynamics, including the monitoring of threatened and endemic Philippine wildlife species.

The discussions identified opportunities for future collaborative research integrating forestry, biodiversity science, and emerging digital technologies. Plans were likewise explored for a possible guest lecture in FBS 101 (Forest Biodiversity) focusing on the applications of AI in biodiversity conservation. The meeting also opened avenues for future international academic linkages that may support collaborative research, knowledge exchange, and capacity-building initiatives in biodiversity science and conservation.

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📸 by RMEmberga

✨ 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 🌿

The Department of Forest Biological Sciences celebrates the International Day for Biological Diversity by honoring the beauty and complexity of our forests, from the towering emergent trees to the rich canopy, diverse understory, verdant shrub layer, and dynamic forest floor that sustain a wide range of life forms. Each forest stratum plays a crucial role in maintaining ecological equilibrium, reminding us that we are all interconnected within a system we must protect.

With this year’s theme, “Acting locally for global impact,” understanding the complexity of forest strata inspires meaningful action toward biodiversity conservation rooted in local efforts. Through our small steps of forest conservation campaigns, ecosystem restoration programs, and the promotion of sustainable practices within our communities, we collectively contribute to building a greener and more sustainable society. No effort is too small when our security, sustainability, and greener future are at stake.

🌿🔬 𝐍𝐨 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬, 𝐲𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐬. 🔬🌿

Last May 09, 2026, the students of FBS 36 – Fundamentals of Forest Ecology showcased the results of their hard work during the Myth Busting Scientific Conference with the theme: “Ecology in Practice: Testing Beliefs, Uncovering Science.”

Through experiments, field observations, and scientific presentations, students tested common ecological beliefs and examined whether they are true. The conference highlighted not only their scientific knowledge and critical thinking skills, but also their creativity, wit and passion for science.

📢 𝐒𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐑 𝐒𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐃𝐔𝐋𝐄 𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 📢

Please be informed that the DFBS Seminar Series originally scheduled on 18 May 2026 has been moved to 20 May 2026.

Join us for the seminar:
“Soil Physicochemical Responses to Fire Severity in a Megafire”
by Su Ho Lee, PhD
Research Professor, Department of Forest Resources, Daegu University, Republic of Korea

📅 20 May 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
📍 FBS Room 151, CFNR-UPLB

We look forward to seeing you there! Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

📣𝐃𝐅𝐁𝐒 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬📣

The Department of Forest Biological Sciences invites everyone to the DFBS Seminar Series, featuring Dr. Su Ho Lee. The seminar will be held on May 18, 2026 (Monday), from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM at FBS Room 151, CFNR–UPLB.

Our speaker is a Research Professor at the Department of Forest Resources, Daegu University. He will discuss “Soil Physicochemical Response to Fire Severity in a Megafire,” highlighting how fire severity influences soil properties and ecosystem responses following large-scale fire events.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights into current research in forest and environmental sciences, learn from experts in the field, and engage in meaningful discussions with our academic community. See you there!

✨ 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐝𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧! 🌿

The Department of Forest Biological Sciences warmly congratulates Dr. Edwino S. Fernando and Dr. Marilyn O. Quimado for their participation in the 2026 Workshop on the Taxonomic Review of 𝘉𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘯𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘨𝘦𝘢 and 𝘙𝘪𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘢 from Serpentine Areas in Sabah and the Philippines (BRW2026), held at the Forest Research Centre in Sabah, Malaysia.

The workshop successfully brought together botanists and researchers from across Southeast Asia and Europe to address taxonomic studies and conservation efforts involving ultramafic flora. Discussions highlighted the importance of taxonomy in biodiversity conservation, ecological restoration, phytoremediation, and metal farming.

We are proud to see our faculty contributing to this collaboration dedicated to the protection and understanding of Southeast Asia’s unique flora. 💚🤍

For more information regarding their collaboration, kindly visit this link https://share.google/Q4q1DOMw6rwS9pvQz

✨𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐅𝐁𝐒! 🤍💚

The Department of Forest Biological Sciences is proud to announce the appointment of our new Department Chair, Dr. Crusty E. Tinio, effective on the 29th of April 2026.

Dr. Tinio brings a strong commitment to advancing instruction, research, and extension in forest biological sciences. We look forward to her leadership in strengthening the department’s academic programs and initiatives, in line with the department’s vision of leadership in forest biological sciences and its mission to advance education, research, and extension for the sustainable management and use of forest ecosystems.

✨ 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮, 𝐌𝐚'𝐚𝐦 𝐋𝐲𝐧! 💚🤍

The Department of Forest Biological Sciences extends its heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Marilyn S. Combalicer for her dedicated service as Department Chair from 2023 to 2026.

Her leadership has greatly contributed to the advancement of the department’s academic programs, research initiatives, and extension efforts. We sincerely thank Dr. Combalicer for her commitment and service, and for helping advance the department’s vision and mission in forest biological sciences.

🔍 Curious about #𝐃𝐅𝐁𝐒 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡? 🌿

✨Join us for the presentation of graduate research outputs from FBS 299 (Graduate Seminar). 🌳📊

🌿 Theme: 𝘌𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯

📅 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲)
🕗 𝟖:𝟎𝟎 𝐀𝐌 – 𝟏𝟐:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌
📍 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐚 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦, 𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐂𝐅𝐍𝐑 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠

🌱 Everyone is welcome — come, learn, and be inspired!

See you there! ✨