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Why Indigenous peoples are key to the climate crisis

Despite being stewards of their ancestral lands, indigenous people are still ignored in national policy-making and global development forums.

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Wonder diet or pseudoscientific craze? A deep dive into the ketogenic diet

The keto diet is a low-carb, high-fat diet with moderate levels of protein. While this restrictive eating pattern can yield great results in the short-term, it is not for everyone.

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The rise of hydrogen energy in the Philippines

Zamboanga Sibugay will be the site of the first green hydrogen power plant in Southeast Asia—an ambitious project that aims to solve the province’s energy crisis.

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The Philippine demography: A ticking time bomb or a window of opportunity?

The Philippines is undergoing a shift in demographics as its population shrinks and ages, creating new challenges and opportunities for its leaders.

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Sierra Madre, Cordillera’s role against typhoons misleading? New study explains

While the mountain ranges are capable of minimizing wind hazards, a new study reveals that they cannot always disrupt the momentum of a typhoon.

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Heated waters: How geopolitical tensions affect research

In a world of constant change and development, politics plays an enormous role that affects all fields, including the physical sciences.

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A spark for the future: Sustainable PH webinar explores key sustainability goals for the Philippines

Sustainability has been a prominent topic in many fields throughout the past decade, encompassing many different aspects of society. In chemistry, engineering, and other technical fields, sustainability may refer to shifting to products like bioplastics or recyclable materials. The movement pushing for sustainability around the world has prompted businesses and individuals to opt for sustainable…

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Treatise: AI art—a tool reminiscent of a dystopia or a revolutionary new gadget for artists?

With artificial intelligence suggesting a new method of creating art, some artists are concerned about the future of their creative community.

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Call to Action: NAST PHL holds the Science Legislative Forum on the Philippine Virology Science and Technology Institute

“Can we handle another pandemic?” The posed question was addressed last October 10 at the Science Legislative Forum on the Philippine Virology Science and Technology Institute, a webinar program arranged by the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST). The topic of this webinar is centered around House Bill No. 9559, a bill seeking to…

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ECG commences the DLSU ENGWEEK 2021

With the theme Katha, the Engineering College Government (ECG) launched the anticipated DLSU Engineering Week (ENGWEEK) 2021 which ran from August 9 to 13. In these pivotal times, we have seen great changes to the industrial landscape of the Philippines. New goalposts have been drawn by corporations big and small. Common trends include increased investment…