TAN, Mario A. Archives - University of Santo Tomas /category/profile/tan-mario-a/ The Pontifical and Royal Catholic University of the Philippines Tue, 16 Apr 2024 05:43:37 +0000 en-US hourly 1 /wp-content/uploads/2019/07/cropped-800px-Seal_of_the_University_of_Santo_Tomas.svg_-32x32.png TAN, Mario A. Archives - University of Santo Tomas /category/profile/tan-mario-a/ 32 32 Tan of RCNAS receives NRCP Award for exploring endemic plant varieties as potential therapeutics to Alzheimer’s disease /tan-of-rcnas-receives-nrcp-award-for-exploring-endemic-plant-varieties-as-potential-therapeutics-to-alzheimers-disease/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=tan-of-rcnas-receives-nrcp-award-for-exploring-endemic-plant-varieties-as-potential-therapeutics-to-alzheimers-disease Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:27:00 +0000 /?p=168964 Research Center for Natural and Applied Sciences (RCNAS) Assistant Research Director Prof. Mario A. Tan, PhD was honored with 2023 National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) Achievement Award in…

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]]> Research Center for Natural and Applied Sciences (RCNAS) Assistant Research Director Prof. Mario A. Tan, PhD was honored with 2023 National Research Council of the Philippines (NRCP) Achievement Award in the Chemical Sciences Division for his research work on natural products.

Tan, a faculty member of the Department of Chemistry, was recognized for his contributions to the chemical and pharmacological significance of 𝘗𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘴 species and endemic Rubiaceae plants.

“[Tan’s] extensive studies have illuminated the rich therapeutic potential of these plant varieties, particularly in the realm of neuroprotection and natural products, with a special focus on potential therapies for Alzheimer’s disease,” as read in his citation.

His research tackled the anti-amyloidogenic activity inherent in pure compounds isolated from nature and crude extracts from Philippine endemic and indigenous plants, offering valuable insights into developing neuroprotective agents utilizing the bioactive compounds derived from the said plant species.

In the same NRCP division, the Thomasian researchers who previously received the award were Prof. Emeritus Fortunato B. Sevilla III (1994), Prof. Emeritus Beatrice Q. Guevara (1999), Prof. Emeritus Maribel G. Nonato (2006), Prof. Alicia M. Aguinaldo (2011), and Prof. Christina A. Binag (2013).

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]]> Mario Tan of Chemistry, RCNAS is 2021 PFCS Outstanding Achievement Awardee for chemical research /mario-tan-of-chemistry-rcnas-is-2021-pfcs-outstanding-achievement-awardee-for-chemical-research/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mario-tan-of-chemistry-rcnas-is-2021-pfcs-outstanding-achievement-awardee-for-chemical-research Tue, 28 Sep 2021 06:29:23 +0000 /?p=77455 Lastly, his notable research is on the drug development from natural products: Organic chemistry-oriented research on natural products (isolation of lead/bioactive molecules à synthetic or semi-synthetic studies à biological evaluation).…

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]]> Professor Mario A. Tan, PhD of the Department of Chemistry is the recipient of the 2021 Outstanding Achievement Award in Chemical Research from the Philippine Federation of Chemical Societies, a September 10, 2021 letter from PFCS President Glenn V. Alea, PhD confirmed. 

The Thomasian scientist’s research interests lie in the 1) isolation and identification of secondary metabolites from endemic Rubiaceae plants, indigenous Pandanus species, and endophytic fungi; 2) chemotaxomic significance of the isolated natural products; 3) pharmacological activities of the isolated natural products; and 4) total synthesis and chemical modifications of bioactive natural products.

Lastly, his notable research is on the drug development from natural products: Organic chemistry-oriented research on natural products (isolation of lead/bioactive molecules à synthetic or semi-synthetic studies à biological evaluation).

Tan was named the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST) Outstanding Young Scientist in Pharmaceutical Science in 2018.  He was recognized as the Novartis Next Generation Scientist Program Fellow in 2016.

A former chair of the Department of Chemistry, Tan teaches at the Graduate School. He is also the newly appointed Assistant Research Director of the Research Center for Natural and Applied Sciences.

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]]> 138 faculty members receive distinction at 20th Dangal ng UST Awards /138-faculty-members-receive-distinction-at-20th-dangal-ng-ust-awards/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=138-faculty-members-receive-distinction-at-20th-dangal-ng-ust-awards Fri, 10 May 2019 03:36:00 +0000 http://www.ust.edu.ph/?p=3282 Ƶ of Santo Tomas in partnership with the UST Faculty Union, recognized faculty members, librarians, and guidance counsellors for their service to the University in the annual Dangal ng…

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]]> Ƶ of Santo Tomas in partnership with the UST Faculty Union, recognized faculty members, librarians, and guidance counsellors for their service to the University in the annual Dangal ng UST (Honor of UST) Awards held on May 10, 2019, at the UST Medicine Auditorium.

Now in its 20th year, the theme for the celebration was, “Dalawang Dekadang Pagpapala, Pasasalamat, at Pagdiririwang sa Tagumpay ng Gurong Tomasino.” (Two Decades of Blessing, Gratitude, and Celebration of the Success of Thomasian Teachers)

In his message, UST Rector , commended the appropriateness of the theme, “…sapagkat sa nakaraang dalawang dekada ay maraming Tomasinong guro ang naglaan ng oras at panahon sa pagtuturo ng mahusay, sa patuloy na pagsasaliksik at paglikha, sa pagtulong sa pamayanan at paglilingkod nang tapat sa Unibersidad.” (…because in the last 20 years, many Thomasian mentors have dedicated their time to excellent teaching, continued research and innovation, and being active in the community and loyal service to the University.)

However, the Father Rector also emphasized that the true success of teachers lie not in the number of years of service, and cannot be measured by the number of awards received or research works produced.

“Kung susuriing mabuti, malaking bahagi ng kanyang tagumpay ay mamamalas sa kinalalagyan, o kalidad at antas ng pamumuhay ng mga magaaral na dumaan sa kanyang masusing pagtitistis at pagtatasa, at matiyagang paghuhubog sa kanilang mga kamalayan, upang maayos na matimbang ang katuwiran laban sa kamalian, matutuhan ang tamang paraan kung paano umiwas sa mga panlilinlang, at magkaroon ng lakas ng loob na manindigan sa katotohanan,” Fr. Dagohoy explained. (If we would contemplate it, a large part of [a teacher’s] success is manifested in the status or quality and level of living of students passing through their thorough scrutiny and assessment, and patiently molding their consciousness, in order to properly weigh out righteousness against error, to learn the right way to avoid deceptions, and to have the courage to stand up for the truth.)

Quoting the philosopher George Steiner, the Father Rector reminded the faculty of their mission, “To awaken in another human being powers, dreams beyond one’s own; to induce in others a love for that which one loves; to make of one’s inward present their future; that is a threefold adventure like no other.”

Former University Rector and former Chairman of the Commission on Higher Education Rev. Fr. Rolando V. de la Rosa, O.P., was the guest speaker. In his address, he challenged faculty members to remember that teaching is not merely a profession, but also a profound vocation.  He discussed, “[As God’s call,] a vocation is a fundamental decision in life, defines the person’s presence in the world, expresses one’s deepest identity, and orients one’s actions towards destiny.”

Following the address was the awarding of the Gawad Benavides or the service awards for milestone years. Thirty-seven faculty members received the Gawad Benavides for 20 years, while 38 mentors were awarded for 25 years of service. Twenty received the award for 30 years of service, and 23 were lauded for 35 years of service.

For 40 years of service in the University, eight were recognized, namely: ., from the ; Asst. Prof. Carmelita Cardona and Assoc. Prof. Rodolfo Rabor from the ; Prof. Ma. Corazon Zaida Gamilla, M.D., Prof. Josephine Lumitao, M.D., and Assoc. Prof. Edgardo Orlina, M.D., from the ; Assoc. Prof. Ma. Rebecca Penafiel from the ; and Assoc. Prof. Evangeline Timbang from the . Dr. Gamilla gave the response on behalf of all awardees.  

The Gawad San Alberto Magno, a special award for outstanding published research, was given to , of the Faculty of Pharmacy under the Health Sciences category (Immunology of a Fap2 peptide mimotope of Fusobacterium nucleatum and its potential use in the diagnosis of colorectal cancer); Asst. Prof. Andrea G. Vargas, Ph.D., of the Faculty of Pharmacy under the Science and Technology category (Cloning molecular analysis, and developmental expression of 3 oleosin cDNA isoforms in coconut [Cocos nucifera L.]); and Assoc. Prof. Moises Norman Z. Garcia, Ph.D., and Assoc. Prof. Maria Rosario Virginia C. Garcia, Ph.D., of the under the Social Sciences and Education category (The Environmental Literacy of Elementary School Teachers based in the City of Manila and Nueva Ecija Province). , of the under the Humanities and Cultural Studies category and for outstanding publication, namely, for his research work “Ang Tagalabas sa Panitikan” while his book “Ang Nawawala” earned him the Outstanding Book award under the Humanities and Cultural Studies category.    

The Gawad San Lorenzo Ruiz is given to those with outstanding achievements or are recognized in the national or international scene. The awardees were: College of Science mentors , who received the Alexander von Humboldt Research Award and ., who was named  2018 Outstanding Young Scientist in Pharmaceutical Sciences by the National Academy of Science and Technology Philippines, and Novartis Next Generation Scientist by the Novartis Pharma Switzerland; Faculty of Arts and Letters mentor Mr. Paul A. Castillo who won the third place in the Talaang Ginto Makata ng Taon 2018 given by the Komisyon ng Wikang Filipino; faculty member and Director who was named Greatest Individual for Education Inclusion in the 2017 Edu Tech Asia Awards by the EduTech Asia / Terrapin; Faculty of Pharmacy Dean , who was named ‘Outstanding Pharmacist’ in the 2018 Outstanding Professional of the Year Award by the Professional Regulation Commission; and Dean Prof. Patricia M. Empleo, Ph.D.,  who was named to the Global Accounting ‘Hall of Fame’ by the Institute of Certified Management Accountant.

The board of judges was composed of academics in the various disciplines, and literary writers:  Arnold V. Hallare, Dr. rer nat., Hope Sabanpan-Yu, Amaryllis T. Torres, Alfred A. Yuson, Galileo S. Zafra, Ph.D., Maricar W. Ching, Ph.D., Evelyn A. Songco, Ph.D., Edilberto P. Manahan, Ph.D., Junie B. Billones, Ph.D., Mark Anthony D. Abenir, DSD, and Esperanza C. Cabrera, Ph.D.

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]]> UST recognizes research achievements of faculty /ust-recognizes-research-achievements-of-faculty/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ust-recognizes-research-achievements-of-faculty Fri, 16 Mar 2018 05:20:22 +0000 http://www.ust.edu.ph/?p=10577 A total of 121 faculty members were recognized in the areas of Arts and Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, Health and Allied Sciences, Science and Technology, and Sacred Sciences by…

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]]> A total of 121 faculty members were recognized in the areas of Arts and Humanities, Education and Social Sciences, Health and Allied Sciences, Science and Technology, and Sacred Sciences by the Office of the Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation during the Recognition Program held on March 16, 2018 at the Paredes Building, UST. They were granted the Gold Series Award and the Silver Series Award for AY 2014 to 2016 and the International Publications Award for AY 2014-2017. UST Secretary-General Rev. Fr. Jesús M. Miranda, Jr., O.P., and Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation , assisted by the directors of the respective research centers gave the awards.

The Gold and Silver Series awards are granted to faculty members in recognition of their research productivity and leadership in their respective fields of specialization within the period covered by the award. These awards are based on research publications (author by-line should indicate the University of Santo Tomas as address in the publication), ongoing research involvement, and tenure in the University.

The Gold Series

The awards, given every two years come in two categories: Research Category and Creative Works Category. The Gold Series Award Research Category is granted to tenured full-time faculty member with Ph.D. or M.D., with teaching load, and exclusively teaching in UST except for faculty affiliates of the UST Graduate School, authored at least five research papers published in refereed journals/ scholarly books in the last five years, with at least two of these published, one of which is an international (Web of Science/ Scopus) publication, or has one patent or utility model granted, within the period covered by the award, or, authored at least two scholarly books in the last five years, with one of these published within the period covered by the award, with ongoing research under the Research Center or Research Unit of the University, and, with at least one research disciple.

Under the Creative Works Category, the awardee should be a tenured full-time faculty member with Ph.D., with teaching load, and exclusively teaching in UST except for faculty affiliates of the UST Graduate School, authored at least three creative or critical works in the last five years, with at least one of these published within the period covered by the award, and, with ongoing studies (creative projects) under the Research Center or Research Unit of the University.

The Silver Series

Under the Research Category of the Silver Series, the award is given to tenured full-time faculty member with M.Sc. or M.A., with teaching load, and exclusively teaching in UST, must have authored at least three research papers published in refereed journals/scholarly books in the last five years, with at least one of these published, or has one patent or utility model granted, within the period covered by the award or, authored at least one scholarly book in the last five years published within the period covered by the award and, with ongoing research under the Research Center or Research Unit of the University. Under the Creative Works Category, the faculty member must be tenured full-time faculty member with M.Sc. or M.A., with teaching load, and exclusively teaching in UST, must have authored at least two creative or critical works in the last five years, with at least one of these was published within the period covered by the award, and, with ongoing studies (creative projects) under the Research Center or Research Unit of the University. A Research disciple refers to junior faculty members, graduate students, medical interns, and medical residents.

International Publications Award (2014–2017)

The International Publications Award is presented to all full time faculty members teaching only in UST for the publication of their research outputs in journal/s and books indexed in the Web of Science/ Scopus with IF Quartile Metrics Ranking. Author byline should indicate the University of Santo Tomas as address in the publication.

Arts & Humanities (8 awardees)

  • (AB: Silver & IP)
  • (AB: Gold)
  • Asst. Prof. Jovito V. Cariño, Ph.D. (AB: Silver & IP)
  • Prof. Franz Giuseppe F. Cortez, Ph.D. (AB: Silver & IP)
  • (Education: Silver)
  • (AB: Silver & IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Roland Theuas D. Pada, Ph.D. (AB: IP)
  • Prof. Ma. Luisa T. Reyes, Ph.D. (AB: IP)

Education & Social Sciences (32 awardees)

  • Assoc. Prof. Mark Anthony D. Abenir, D.S.D. (AB: Silver & IP)
  • Prof. Ma. Claudette A. Agnes, Ph.D. (Science: IP)
  • Prof’l. Lect. Lucila O. Bance, Ph.D. (Science: Silver & IP)
  • (AB: Gold & IP)
  • (CRS: IP)
  • (Commerce: IP)
  • (Science: Silver & IP)
  • (Commerce: Gold & IP)
  • (Education: Gold & IP)
  • Mr. Jommar A. de Guzman, M.D.C. (Commerce: IP)
  • Prof’l. Lect. Rosalito G. de Guzman, Ph.D. (GS: IP)
  • Prof. Rowena L. Escolar Chua, Ph.D. (Nursing: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof’l. Lect. Amelita A. Gaerlan, Ph.D. (GS: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Ma. Frieda Z. Hapan, Ph.D. (Pharmacy: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Sr. Angelina M. Julom, Ph.D. (Science: Silver)
  • (Commerce: IP)
  • Prof. Maria Belinda S. Mandigma, Ph.D. (Commerce: Silver & IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Evangeline T. Matienzo, M.A.N. (Nursing: IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Florence C. Navidad, D.Ed. (Pharmacy: Silver)
  • (CRS: IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Jeremaiah M. Opiniano, M.P.S., M.A. (AB: Silver & IP)
  • (Science: IP)
  • Mr. Laurence Lloyd B. Parial, M.A.N. (Nursing: IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Corazon F. Regacho, M.Sc. (Science: IP)
  • Prof. Marc Eric S. Reyes, Ph.D. (Science: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Portia Lynn Q. See, Ph.D. (Science: IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Pia Patricia P. Tenedero, M.A.T. (AB: IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Gian Carlo S. Torres, M.A.N. (Nursing: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Marishirl P. Tropicales, Ph.D. (Education: IP)
  • Prof. Chin Uy, Ph.D. (Commerce: IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Les Paul M. Valdez, M.A.N. (Nursing: IP)
  • (AB: Silver & IP)

Health & Allied Sciences (35 awardees)

  • Mr. Franco Louie L. Abes, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Encarnita R. Ampil, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Ms. Lara Mae A. Angeles, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Prof. Alejandro C. Baroque II, M.D. (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Christine B. Bernal, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. David T. Bolong, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Ma. Rosario F. Cabansag, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Benjamin S. Campomanes Jr., M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Melchor M. Chan, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Prof. Remedios D. Chan, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Mary Anne D. Chiong, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Ms. Elaine C. Cunanan, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Janine Margarita R. Dizon, Ph.D. (CRS: Gold & IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Ma. Victoria C. Dizon, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • (CRS: Gold & IP)
  • Mr. Frederick T. Dy, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • (CRS: IP)
  • Mr. Dennis S. Flores, Ph.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Prof. Maria Honolina S. Gomez, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Prof. Flerida G. Hernandez, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Prof. Reynaldo M. Javate, M.D. (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Sjoberg A. Kho, M.D. (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Johnny K. Lokin, M.D. (CRS: IP)
  • Mr. Erick S. Mendoza, M.D. (Medicine: Silver & IP)
  • Prof. Leilani B. Mercado-Asis, M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H. (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Prof. Sandra Teresa V. Navarra, M.D. (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Prof. Jose C. Navarro, M.D. (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Prof. Narciso S. Navarro Jr., M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Prof. Jocelyn C. Que, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Prof. Raymond L. Rosales, M.D., Ph.D. (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Prof. Jose D. Sollano Jr., M.D. (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • (Medicine: Gold & IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Teresa T. Sy-Ortin, M.D. (Medicine: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Ma. Irene B. Tangco, M.D. (Medicine: IP)

Science & Technology (42 awardees)

  • (Science: Silver & IP)
  • (Science: IP)
  • (Science: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • Prof. Jovencio G. Apostol, Ph.D. (Pharmacy: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Science: Silver & IP)
  • Prof. Aristea V. Bayquen, Ph.D. (Pharmacy: IP)
  • (Engineering: Silver & IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Science: IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Renz Kenneth G. Cadiang, M.Sc. (Pharmacy: IP)
  • (Pharmacy: Gold & IP)
  • (Pharmacy: IP)
  • Assoc. Prof. Gil A. Cauyan, M.Sc. (Science: Silver & IP)
  • Ms. Stephanie L. Chua, M.Sc. (Pharmacy: IP)
  • (Pharmacy: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Engineering: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Science: Silver & IP)
  • (Engineering: IP)
  • Mr. Justine M. Kalaw, M.Sc. (Science: IP)
  • Mr. Lorico dlS. Lapitan Jr., M.Sc. (Engineering: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Loida R. Medina, Ph.D. (Science: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Maureen B. Sabit, Ph.D. (Science: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Pharmacy: Gold & IP)
  • (Pharmacy: Silver & IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • Ms. Pamela Berilyn T. So, M.Sc. (Pharmacy: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • (Engineering: IP)
  • (Science: Gold & IP)
  • Asst. Prof. Ryan Rhay P. Vicerra, Ph.D. (Engineering: IP)
  • (Science: Silver & IP)
  • (GS: Silver)

Sacred Sciences (4 awardees)

  • (EF: Gold)
  • (AB: Silver)
  • (AB: Silver)
  • (IR: Silver)

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