Project LAYAG

Last May 18, 2026, Project LAYAG hosted the third installment of the Agricultural Biotechnology Webinar Series. The theme of the series focused on the application of biotechnology to aquatic species. This episode featured speakers from the University of the Philippines (Los Baños and Visayas) and the Department of Agriculture - Fisheries Biotechnology Center.

The webinar featured the following presentations:

𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘉𝘪𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘗𝘩𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘍𝘪𝘴𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 by Dr. Casiano H. Choresca, Jr., Center Chief of the DA - Fisheries Biotechnology Center;

𝘊𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘏𝘪𝘥𝘥𝘦𝘯 𝘚𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘭: 𝘗𝘊𝘙-𝘉𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘚𝘶𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘌𝘢𝘳𝘭𝘺 𝘗𝘢𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘯 𝘋𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘳𝘢𝘣 𝘈𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 by Mr. Gene Philip Levee Q. Ynion from the University of the Philippines Visayas; and

𝘉𝘪𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩𝘯𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘈𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘴𝘤𝘢𝘱𝘦𝘴: 𝘉𝘪𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘩 𝘈𝘱𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘖𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘈𝘲𝘶𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘌𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 by Dr. Ronilo Jose D. Flores from the University of the Philippines Los Baños.

Mr. Ynion, one of the speakers in the third episode of the webinar series, was also a participant in the Basic Molecular Biotechnology Laboratory Training conducted in 2024. This highlights how Project LAYAG continues to promote biotechnology among stakeholders, showcasing the ripple effect of the training.

Dr. Eureka Teresa M. Ocampo, Director of the UPLB Institute of Crop Science, delivered the opening remarks, welcoming the participants and expressing how timely the marine biotechnology webinar was during the summer season. In addition, Dr. Lawrence Yves C. Uy, a project staff member of Project LAYAG, facilitated the Question and Answer portion of the webinar. Dr. Reniel S. Pamplona, the project leader of Project LAYAG, delivered the closing remarks, synthesizing the three topics. He also expressed his gratitude to the three speakers involved in the webinar.

Dr. Choresca, Jr.’s rich and extensive talk contextualized the application of biotechnology in the fisheries industry in the Philippines. It was also noteworthy that he first provided a review of biotechnology concepts. Mr. Ynion’s lecture centered on mangrove crab aquaculture and emphasized the importance of early pathogen detection in supporting the development of the crab industry in the Philippines. Meanwhile, Dr. Flores focused on the holistic approach of blue biotechnology and its application to the Seven Lakes of San Pablo.

After four webinar episodes, Project LAYAG now concludes the first year of its webinar series.

Stay tuned for the next episode of the Agricultural Biotechnology Webinar Series!

The Crops Research Division (CRD) of DOST-PCAARRD recently conducted the Annual Review and Evaluation of the DOST-PCAARRD-funded project, Linang at Yaman ng Kaalaman Sa Agbioteknolohiya (Layag): Empowering Youth and Educators Through Agricultural Biotechnology (LAYAG) Project, led by Dr. Reniel S. Pamplona of the Institute of Crop Science, College of Agriculture and Food Science (ICropS-CAFS), University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB).

The project has achieved significant milestones, including the successful implementation of the Gilas Biotek Program at Southern Luzon State University (SLSU) and Bicol University (BU), engaging more than 200 students and 30 mentors through biotechnology workshops and laboratory training. The project also proposed an Agricultural Biotechnology General Education curriculum to strengthen institutional capacity-building efforts in several schools and universities.

In addition, the project promoted biotechnology awareness through exhibits, forums, and webinar series, reaching students, educators, researchers, and stakeholders nationwide through various knowledge-sharing and public engagement activities.

The activity was attended by Dr. Melvin B. Carlos, Deputy Executive Director for Administration, Resource Management, and Support Services (ARMSS), and key personnel from the Office of the Executive Director for Research and Development (OED-RD) and the Finance and Administrative Division (FAD) of DOST-PCAARRD. The review was spearheaded by CRD Director Leilani D. Pelegrina, along with the Program Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Section Head Kristine Joy P. de Guzman, and CRD Biotech Focal Alissa Carol M. Ibarra.

The Crops Research Division (CRD) of DOST-PCAARRD recently conducted the Annual Review and Evaluation of the DOST-PCAARRD-funded project, Linang at Yaman ng Kaalaman Sa Agbioteknolohiya (Layag): Empowering Youth and Educators Through Agricultural Biotechnology (LAYAG) Project, led by Dr. Reniel S. Pamplona of the Institute of Crop Science, College of Agriculture and Food Science (ICropS-CAFS), University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB).

The project has achieved significant milestones, including the successful implementation of the Gilas Biotek Program at Southern Luzon State University (SLSU) and Bicol University (BU), engaging more than 200 students and 30 mentors through biotechnology workshops and laboratory training. The project also proposed an Agricultural Biotechnology General Education curriculum to strengthen institutional capacity-building efforts in several schools and universities. In addition, the project promoted biotechnology awareness through exhibits, forums, and webinar series, reaching students, educators, researchers, and stakeholders nationwide through various knowledge-sharing and public engagement activities.

The activity was attended by Dr. Melvin B. Carlos, Deputy Executive Director for Administration, Resource Management, and Support Services (ARMSS), and key personnel from the Office of the Executive Director for Research and Development (OED-RD) and the Finance and Administrative Division (FAD) of DOST-PCAARRD. The review was spearheaded by CRD Director Leilani D. Pelegrina, along with the Program Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Section Head Kristine Joy P. de Guzman, and CRD Biotech Focal Alissa Carol M. Ibarra.

🌊🐟 𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 (𝗠𝗔𝗬 18, 2026) — Join us as we explore exciting developments in aquatic biotechnology and fisheries research! 🧬⚓✨

The 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗚 𝗔𝗕𝗧 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟯 brings together distinguished speakers who will share their expertise on biotechnology applications in aquaculture, fisheries, aquatic pathogens, and environmental systems. 🌊🔬🐠

This session highlights how molecular biology, biotechnology, and aquatic research contribute to improving disease detection, aquatic resource management, fisheries sustainability, and innovation in aquaculture systems. 🧫🦀🌿

🎤 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀:

🔹 𝗠𝗿. 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗲 𝗤. 𝗬𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻
𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹: 𝗣𝗖𝗥-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗯 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 🦀🧬

🔹 𝗗𝗿. 𝗥𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗗. 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀
𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗮𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗲𝘀: 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 🌊🔬

🔹 𝗗𝗿. 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗛. 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗮, 𝗝𝗿.
𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗕𝗶𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 🐟⚓🧫

Together, these presentations will provide valuable insights into how biotechnology continues to shape the future of fisheries, aquaculture, aquatic health, and environmental sustainability. 🌍✨

📅 May 18, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom

🎟️ 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥
📲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄!
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🌊🐠💧 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 2 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢! 💧🐟🌊

𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗚 – 𝗔𝗕𝗧 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟯 is almost here! 🧬🌿🐡

This day, we feature 𝗗𝗿. 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗼 𝗛. 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗮, 𝗝𝗿., Career Scientist I at the Department of Agriculture–National Fisheries Research and Development Institute (DA-NFRDI), and Center Chief of the Fisheries Biotechnology Center (FBC) and Brackishwater Fisheries Research and Development Center (BFRDC).

Dr. Choresca, Jr. is a strong advocate for aquaculture and fisheries biotechnology, specializing in aquatic biomedicine and fish reproductive biotechnology. His research focuses on the molecular detection of emerging aquatic pathogens, including Tilapia Lake Virus (TiLV), vaccine development, freshwater fish breeding technologies, cryopreservation techniques, and induced spawning in fish. 🐟🧫🧬

He obtained his Master’s and Ph.D. in Veterinary Medicine (Aquatic Medicine) from Seoul National University in South Korea and also served as a visiting scholar at the National Institute of Basic Biology in Japan, where he conducted research on germline stem cell niches in medaka fish.

Recognized for his outstanding contributions to agriculture and fisheries biotechnology, Dr. Choresca, Jr. received the prestigious The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) award in 2019.

Join us as we explore the latest advancements and innovations in fisheries biotechnology through the expertise and experiences of Dr. Casiano H. Choresca, Jr.

𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥
📅 May 18, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom
📲 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄!
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🌊🐟💧 𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 3 𝗗𝗔𝗬𝗦 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗢! 💧🐠🌊

𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗚 – 𝗔𝗕𝗧 𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟯 is almost here! 🐟🌊🧬

This day, we feature 𝗗𝗿. 𝗥𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗹𝗼 𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗗. 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀, Associate Professor at the Institute of Biological Sciences, University of the Philippines Los Baños (UPLB). 🌿🔬
Dr. Flores’ work focuses on microbial ecology, molecular biology, biotechnology, and Planetary Health, with research spanning emerging pathogens in water and aquaculture, antimicrobial resistance in aquatic environments, milkfish exposomics, cave resources biotechnology, and biobanking. His interdisciplinary research highlights the important role of biotechnology in promoting sustainable fisheries, aquatic resource management, and environmental health. 🧫🐠⚓

He is also part of the UPLB Zoonoses Center, where he leads the Microbial Research Division, and continues to contribute to initiatives integrating science, health, and environmental sustainability through research and innovation.

📢 Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about the role of biotechnology in aquatic and marine systems through the insights of Dr. Ronilo Jose D. Flores. 🌊🧬🐟



!!! 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥 !!!

📅 May 18, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom

📲 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄!
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🐟🌊🧬 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗚 – 𝗔𝗕𝗧 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗦𝗢𝗗𝗘 𝟯 𝗜𝗦 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘! 🐠🐡🌿✨

🌊🐠 Biotechnology continues to transform the way we understand, manage, and utilize aquatic and marine organisms. With ongoing advancements in genetics, molecular biology, and aquatic biotechnology, researchers are developing innovative approaches that contribute to sustainable aquaculture, fisheries development, and marine resource conservation. 🧬✨

As part of 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗝𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗚, the third episode of the ABT Webinar Series will bring together students, researchers, educators, and science enthusiasts to discuss the growing role of biotechnology in aquatic and marine systems. 🚀🔬🌊

This webinar will feature discussions on the biotechnological applications in aquatic organisms, highlighting recent innovations and emerging research relevant to aquaculture, fisheries, and aquatic resource management. Through the integration of biotechnology and aquatic sciences, the session aims to showcase how scientific advancements can support sustainability, food security, and the responsible use of aquatic resources. 🐟⚓🌱✨

🌟 Today, we feature 𝗠𝗿. 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗲 𝗤. 𝗬𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻, an Instructor from the University of the Philippines Visayas, who will share his expertise on molecular approaches in aquaculture and aquatic pathogen detection. 🌊🔬🦀

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🎤 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲:
𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗱𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗹: 𝗣𝗖𝗥-𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗯 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲

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🎟️ 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗪𝗘𝗕𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗥
📲 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗤𝗥 𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗼𝘄!
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📅 May 18, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom

⛵🌊🧬 (2/2) ⛵🌊🧬

Project LAYAG facilitated its second batch of the Basic Molecular Biotechnology Laboratory Training, which was held on April 21–23, 2026, in the College of Science, Bicol University (BU), Legazpi, Albay. There were a total of 15 participants coming from the provinces of Albay, Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Catanduanes, and Sorsogon.

Dr. Lany L. Maceda, Vice President for Research, Development, and Extension, delivered the opening remarks for the first day of the program, while Ms. Jocelyn E. Serrano, Dean of the College of Science, delivered the closing remarks.

"The term "layag" is very meaningful because, in Filipino, we define it as setting sail, moving forward with direction and purpose. In the same way, knowledge should not be limited within laboratories, classrooms, or institutions. It has to move, grow, and be shared with others," Dr. Maceda expressed.

From running Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) tests to bioinformatics, the 3-day intensive training covered nine modules of the Laboratory Manual. Dr. Reniel S. Pamplona, Dr. Lawrence Yves C. Uy, and Mr. Anand Noel C. Manohar from Project LAYAG provided the lectures. To discuss the biosafety regulations in the Philippines, Project LAYAG invited Mr. Reimond S. Corona from the National Committee on Biosafety of the Philippines (NCBP).

Thus, the Gilas Biotek in Bicol has successfully concluded. With that, Project LAYAG extends its utmost gratitude to BU for being the host institution and partner university in conducting the activities, as well as to Kinovett and NCBP for their assistance.

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Last April 20, 2026, Project LAYAG conducted the second batch of the Gilas Biotek Activity – Students’ Workshop at the Bicol University Amphitheatre, Food Innovation and Commercialization Center, from 1:00–5:00 PM.

The event was attended by students from five different schools: Bicol University, Divine Word College, St. Agnes Academy, Philippine Science High School - Bicol Campus, and Legazpi City Science High School. Dr. Christian Y. Sy, delivered his opening remarks on behalf of Jocelyn E. Serrano, Dean of the College of Science. In his speech, he stated the objectives of Project LAYAG, highlighting the importance of promoting biotechnology to remote areas in the Philippines.

BU Chemical Science Society (BU CheSS) and BU Symbiosis facilitated the hands-on activities and were assigned to each group for both the DIY DNA extraction and DNA Helix Origami activities. Students and teachers alike participated in the lecture and hands-on activities, which made the event more engaging and fruitful. Dr. Reniel S. Pamplona delivered the closing remarks, in which he extended his gratitude to the participating students, teachers, and institutions from Bicol University. Also, he made a synthesis of this talk earlier, in which he instilled the significance of biotechnology to the current advancement of science and technology.

Project LAYAG gives its heartfelt thanks to Bicol University, BU CheSS, and BU Symbiosis for assisting in the preparation and hosting of the event.