Industry Strategic Science and Technology Plans (ISPs) Platform
In order to create a more effective localized biodiversity and natural resource management system, the Cebu Technological University (CTU) in Argao campus implemented the project, “Flora and Fauna Assessment Using Permanent Biodiversity Monitoring System in Cebu Island Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs),” funded by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) under the Niche Centers in …
This project assessed the genetic structure of natural almaciga populations and other selected native trees producing chemical products, and characterize transcriptome of Agathis philippinensis to identify gene associated with resin biosynthesis and to screen and develop molecular markers for other basic molecular functions, cellular components, or biological processes identified using bioinformatic tools. Significant accomplishments include …
This project aims to identify the important endemic flora present in Cebu Key Biodiversity Areas, assess their genetic diversity and population structure through DNA barcoding. Accomplishments include 2 new species identified (Dasymaschalon americaleilalii; Plocoglottis rowenae), and Over 100 samples processed for DNA barcode.
Dominant species of glass eel identified through morphological characteristics and through initial DNA testing are Anguilla pacifica bicolor, followed by A. marmorata and few A. japonica. Seasonal abundance of glass eel species known. Conditioning and transport protocol of glass eel was conducted with 95-100% survival rate. Project sites during the sampling period are in Sta. …
A total of 13 rivers in Lagonoy Gulf were identified; 6 in Catanduanes; 5 in Albay and 4 in Camarines Sur. GIS mapping and habitat characterization of rivers and tributaries had been done. Caudal pigmentation description and Initial DNA result reveals a total of 3 species found in LG with Catanduanes having 2 species such …
Project 2. Utilization of aquatic plants as immunostimulants for freshwater eel culture The project has assessed the bioactive components of azolla and kangkong extracts. They found out that azolla has a high amount of tannins and saponins. The inhibitory effect was also evaluated against Vibrio sp. Both azolla and kangkong inhibited the growth of Vibrio …
NICER Program: Establishment of Freshwater Fisheries Center (FFC) for Cagayan Valley Read More »
Project 1. Mark-Recapture Strategy to Estimate Population Size and Track Site Fidelity of Invasive Knifefish in Laguna de Bay In order to come up with strategies for control and management of the invasive knifefish, information on its population density, abundance and migration patterns was conducted. This was done using capture-mark-recapture surveys using tags at different …
DLSU developed a hardware and a system for harvesting and drying lab-lab to make it available for use year-round. The researchers developed the lab-lab biomass as a cost-competitive feedstock for milkfish fingerlings. This involved the design and fabrication of an automated machine vision-based capable of harvesting the algal mat. Drying characteristics of lab-lab have been …
DOST-PCAARRD, in partnership with the University of the Philippines Visayas-National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (UPV-NIMBB) conducted a feeding trial wherein the project team supplemented benfotiamine in the tilapia’s diet. Benfotiamine is a derivative of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) which improves carbohydrate utilization in diabetic human subjects. Since most, if not all, aquatic animals are …
UPV conducted pilot tests on incorporating the lumot or Filamentous Green Algae Rhizoclonium riparium in the Diet of Nile Tilapia. They evaluated whether or not the incorporation of Rhizoclonium meal into the diet of tilapia in two farm areas increases profitability. They also refined feeding scheme pertinent to the technology. While lumot has always been …