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Typhoons’ impact on Filipinos, infrastructure beyond the climate crisis

As typhoons ravage the Philippines, resilient infrastructure and science communication become instrumental in protecting vulnerable communities.

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DLSU’s Data Science Institute blazes trail in nat’l analytics research, education

With data as the backbone of modern society, new frontiers for data science and analytics have emerged to revolutionize the global landscape. In the Philippines, the call for data-driven solutions is as crucial as ever. The Dr. Andrew L. Tan Data Science Institute (ALTDSI) has been a pioneer in this growing field, leading state-of-the-art research…

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Peering through the lens of Philippine eye care

Eye care is a vital yet neglected aspect of overall health, and it also demands accessible and affordable solutions.

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From scalding heat to snowy streets: Weighing the prospects of a Filipino “White Christmas”

In the Philippines, a “white christmas” remains a dream due to its tropical climate. Yet frost graces cooler regions, offering a fleeting taste of winter.

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Refining modern Philippine cities into sunkissed gems

Rapid urbanization bear witness to cities scouring for a blueprint to a livable and sustainable future, but this pursuit is fraught with setbacks.

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Algae are turning the tide against climate change

Removing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is a crucial step to curb global warming, and algae is one of nature’s many ways to accomplish this.

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Scrutinizing the little green lies companies tell Filipinos

Greenwashing is a nuisance that confuses consumers. But at its worst, it can also undermine the broader movement toward sustainable practices.

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BY FILIPINOS, FOR FILIPINOS: Embracing the self through Sikolohiyang Pilipino

Sikolohiyang Pilipino invites people on a journey of discovery that is divest from colonial and Eurocentric notions of the self.

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Spike in pertussis cases underscores the need for immunization

Low immunization rates, especially among children, are the main culprits behind the local pertussis outbreak.

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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.