39th PSM Convention and Scientific Meeting

The scenario of microbes completely wiping out humanity is not impossible. New mutant forms of potently damaging viruses like the influenza AH1N1, HIV, ebola, dengue, hepatitis and papilloma viruses are rapidly evolving which constantly threaten man’s continued existence. Increased antibiotic resistance of bacterial pathogens like Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Salmonella typhimurium, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli 0157:H7, among others also creates so many problems to human and animal health. Furthermore, fungi, protozoa and other microbial parasites are all over that may also cause health problems..
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Naga City, Camarines Sur: Next PSM Destination

The 39th PSM Convention and Scientific Meeting will be held in Avenue Plaza Hotel, Magsaysay Avenue, Naga City, Camarines Sur, Philippines on April 29-30, 2010 with the theme “Global alert! Microbes @ work!”.

PSM Bicol Chapter @ the Ateneo de Naga University

PSM Bicol Chapter convene at the Ateneo de Naga University for their regional annual convention, induction of new members and election and induction of new officers for FY 2009-2010.

Close to 150 participants trooped to the Ateneo de Naga University to listen to five speakers from the PSM National Chapter deliver their lectures on various topics on “Incredible Microbes: Wealth & Wonders.” The lecturers were Dr. Francisco B. Elegado, Dr. Jessica F. Simbahan, Dr. Marian P. de Leon, Ms. Ena Bernal and Mr. Thaddeus Carvajal.

PAM Exam December 5 & 6, 2009 - National Library, Manila

PAM Accreditation Examination for Registered Microbiologist

The accreditation examination for Registered Microbiologists will be given on December 5 & 6, 2009 (Venue: National Library, Manila)

All qualified PSM members may apply. Please submit the following to the Accreditation Board c/o PAM Secretary, PSM Office, 2nd Floor EC Arcade Demarces Farmville, College, Laguna 4031.

  1. Accomplished application form (please download from the PSM website http://www.philsocmicro.com or available at BIOTECH, UP Los Banos c/o Dr. Lorele C. Trinidad).

Dr. Teodulo Topacio, Jr.: 2009 National Scientist Awardee

A salute to our staunch colleague, Dr. Teodulo M. Topacio, Jr., of the Philippine Society of Microbiology (PSM), a member since 1972 who was recently conferred the rank and title of National Scientist through Proclamation 1762 on May 7, 2009.

The American Veterinary Epidemiology Society Honors Dr. ENRIQUE T. CARLOS

The American Veterinary Epidemiology Society awarded DR. ENRIQUE T. CARLOS the Honorary Diploma last July 14, 2009 at Seattle, Washington. He was one of the 195 distinguished scientists awarded in veterinary public health, human public health and now One World, One Health, since Dr. Karl F. Meyer and Dr. James H, Steele founded the AVES in 1966.

38th Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting of the Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. (PSM)

The 38th Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting of the Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. (PSM) is slated on May 14-15, 2009 at the HYATT Hotel and Casino Manila in Malate, Manila Philippines. The PSM Convention is the biggest annual gathering of microbiologists in the Philippines. PSM cordially invites submission of scientific technical papers for both oral and poster presentations. Nominations for the Outstanding Microbiologists and the William L. Fernandez Excellence in Teaching and Service Awards are also welcome.

PSM Launches Philippine Fermented Foods by PC Sanchez

One of the milestones of the 38th Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting of the Philippine Society for Microbiology is the launching of the book entitled “Philippine Fermented Foods: Principles and Technology” by Dr. Priscilla Chinte-Sanchez, the 1990 Most Distinguished Microbiologist, Fellow of the Philippine Academy of Microbiology (PAM) and one of the pillars of the Society. It is the first comprehensive book on fermented foods in the Philippines.

PSM Thesis Reproduction Grant for FY 2009-2010

PSM will give thesis awards to six (6) B.S. and four (4) M.S. and two (2) Ph.D. students for FY 2009-2010.

The grant is intended for printing and reproduction of the students’ thesis amounting to PhP 5,000 for each B.S. student; PhP 7,500 for the M.S and Php 10,000.00 for Ph.D. student.

The following are the requirements for getting the grant:

  • The graduate student must be a PSM member.
  • The undergraduate students’ advisers must be a PSM member and the undergraduate student must also show intention to join PSM.
  • The thesis research should focus on microbiology.

PSM CLUSTER II presents MICROBES in ACTION: Monitoring, Control & Prevention

The Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. will soon have its Cluster II Symposium with the theme “Microbes in Action: Monitoring, Control and Prevention”. Scheduled on 23 January 2010, the symposium will highlight recent developments and techniques in monitoring and controlling microorganisms in our environment, in agriculture and in the industry. Microbiologists from various institutions as well as from the industry will be invited to share their expertise and experiences. Venue for this cluster symposium will be at the Emilio Aguinaldo College in Paco Manila. For detailed information please Click to download the symposium flyer. (TEDC)

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