Programme

December 3, 2009

7:30 – 8:30 am

Registration

Secretariat

8:30 – 9:00
Opening Ceremonies

Emcees

Invocation

National Anthem

Opening Remarks

Welcome message

Redel Gutierrez and Mila Santos
Central Luzon State University

Dr. Mafel C. Ysrael

President, NPSP 

Dr. Ruben C. Sevilleja
President, Central Luzon State University

9:00 – 9:40
Plenary Lecture 1

Moderator

Introduction of the Plenary Speaker

Cytokine Mimetic Properties of Some Philippine Food and Medicinal Plants

Dr. Milagros Perez
Dept. of Chemistry, Central Luzon State University

Dr. Fabian Dayrit
Dean, School of Science and Engineering, Ateneo de Manila, University

Dr. Edgardo E. Tulin
Visayas State University, Baybay, Leyte

9:40 – 10:00

Emcees

Opening of Exhibits and Posters

Snacks

Redel Gutierrez and Mila Santos
Central Luzon State University

Dr. Ruben C. Sevilleja
President, CLSU

Dr. Amelia P. Guevara
VP for Academic Affairs, UP System
NPCR, UNESCO Regional Network for the Chemistry of Natural Products in Southeast Asia

Dr. Renato G. Reyes
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, CLSU, and Chair of the LOC, 14th NPSP Convention

10:00 – 10:40 Plenary Lecture 2

Moderator

Introduction of the Plenary Speaker

Research Notes on Conus Venom, Rich Source of Neuropeptides

Dr. Rosalie R. Rafael
Central Luzon State University

Dr. Maribel G. Nonato
Dean, College of Science, University of Santo Tomas

Dr. Elsie C. Jimenez
Department of Physical Sciences, University of the Philippines Baguio, Baguio City

10:40-11:10
Invited Lecture 1

Introduction of the Invited Lecturer

Marine Fungi, Endophytes and Fruticose Lichens: Untapped Sources of Biologically Active and Potentially Novel Secondary Metabolites

Dr. Alice M. Aguinaldo
College of Science, University of Santo Tomas

Thomas Edison E. dela Cruz
Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science and Research Center for the Natural Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, España 1015 Manila

11:10 – 12:00

Poster Session

All poster authors should be stationed in front of their respective posters.

12:00 – 13:00

LUNCH

13:00 –13:40 Plenary Lecture 3

Moderators:

Introduction of the Plenary Speaker

Biological Activities of Natural Products from Fungi

Dr. Sofronio Kalaw and Dr. Myrna Umagat Central Luzon State University

Dr. Renato Reyes, Dean
College of Arts and Sciences, CLSU

Kasem Soytong1, Kanokmedhakul,S.2  and Kanokmedhakul,K.2
1Department of Plant Pest Management, Faculty of Agricultural Technology, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology, Ladkrabang, Bangkok 10520, Thailand
2Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Khon Kaen University, Khon Kaen 40002, Thailand

13:40-14:10
Invited Lecture 2

Introduction of the Invited Lecturer

From Weed to Useful Fungus: Coprinus comatus, A Newly Established Nutriceutical Mushroom in the Philippines

Dr. Irene Villaseñor
Institute of Chemistry, UP Diliman

Renato G. Reyes1, Lani Lou Mar A.  Lopez1, Kei Kumakura2, Sofronio P. Kalaw1, Tadahiro Kikukawa3 and Fumio Eguchi3
1Center for Tropical Mushroom Research and Development, College of Arts and Sciences, Central Luzon State University, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija
2Mush-Tech Co., Ltd., Japan
3Takasaki University of Health and Welfare, Gunma, Japan

14:10 – 14:30 Contributed Papers

Genetic Diversity of Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Producing Klebsiella species from Three Selected Tertiary Hospitals in Metro Manila

Lydda L. Masangcay and Thomas Edison E. dela Cruz
The Graduate School, Department of Biological Sciences, College of Education, and Research Center for the Natural Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, España 1015 Manila

14:30 – 14:50

Chemical and Biological Characterization of Carotenoids, Phenolics and Phytosterols in Alugbati (Basella alba L.) and Talinum (Talinum triangulare (Jacq.) Willd.)

Sheryl Lozel S. Bico, Maxima E. Flavier, Edralina P. Serrano, and Evelyn B. Rodriguez
Institute of Chemistry and Postharvest Research and Training Center, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna

14:50 – 15:10

In vitro  Characterization of the Antioxidant Property of Unripe Carica papaya Linn.(Solo, Sinta, and Red Lady) Cultivars

Librado A. Santiago, Rose Anne H. Paglinawan, Karl Bryan S. Perolonia, and Therriz Mae Mamerto
Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, and Research Center for Natural Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, España, Manila

15:10 – 15:30

Identification and Quantification of Organic Acids Associated with the Fermentation Process in the Production of Virgin Coconut Oil

Melodina F. Valde and Fabian M. Dayrit
Department of Chemistry, Ateneo de Manila University, Loyola Heights, Quezon City 1008

15:30 – 15:50

Comparative Anthocyanin Content of Unpolished and Polished Philippine Pigmented Rice Varieties

Marissa V. Romero and Henry F. Mamucod
Rice Chemistry and Food Science Division
Philippine Rice Research Institute
Maligaya, Science City of Muñoz, 3119 Nueva Ecija

15:50 – 16:10

Biological Activities and Chemical Constituents of the Non-Polar and Semi-Polar Fractions of the Bark of Cinnamomun mercadoi Vidal (fam. Lauraceae)

Rosalinda C. Torres1, Mafel C. Ysrael2 and Ian van Altena3
1Industrial Technology Development Institute, DOST,Bicutan, Taguig City; 2University of Santo Tomas Graduate School España, Manila; 3University of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia

16:10 – 16:30

Snack Break

16:30 – 16:40

Group picture

16:40 – 17:10

Business meeting

17:30 – 20:00

Dinner/Socials/Fun Quiz

LOC

December 4, 2009

8:00 – 8:30 am  

Registration

8:30 – 9:10
Plenary lecture 4

Moderator

Introduction of the Plenary Speaker

Natural Products for the Cosmetic Industry

Dr. Rosalie Rafael
Central Luzon State University

Dr. Mafel C. Ysrael
College of Pharmacy, University of Santo Tomas

Dr. Muhammed Majeed1 and Dr. Ria Biswas2
1 Founder and Chairman, Sabinsa Corporation, New Jersey, USA
2 Sami Labs Limited, Bangalore, India

9:10 – 9:40 Invited Lecture 3

Introduction of the Invited Lecturer

Natural Products as Biofuel Feedstock for the Philippine Energy System

Dr. Evangeline Amor
Institute of Chemistry, UP Diliman

Dr. Maria Natalia R.  Dimaano
Faculty of Engineering, University of Santo Tomas, España, Manila

9:40 – 10:00

Snack Break/Poster Session

10:00 – 10:20
AC Santos Session

Moderators

Antimicrobial Activities of Marine Fungi Isolated from Seaweeds in Potipot Island (Zambales) and Lubang Island (Occidental Mindoro)

Prof. Oliva Parico and Prof. Cecilia P. Galvez
Central Luzon State University

Marie Grace B. Lavadia and Thomas Edison E. dela Cruz
The Graduate School and Research Center for the Natural Sciences, University of Santo Tomas, España 1015 Manila

10:20 – 10:40

Analysis of the Volatile Organic Compounds in Virgin Coconut Oil and its Sensory Attributes

Jaclyn Elizabeth R. Santos1, Blanca Villarino2, and Fabian M. Dayrit1
1Department of Chemistry, Ateneo de Manila University, Loyola Heights, Quezon City 1008
2College of Home Economics, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City

10:40 – 11:00

Anti-inflammatory and Anti-spasmodic Activities of a Nutriceutical Mushroom, Schizophyllum  commune 

Sofronio  P.  Kalaw,  Duanne Q. dela Cruz and Renato G. Reyes
Center for Tropical Mushroom Research and Development, College of Arts and Sciences, Central Luzon State University, Science City of Muñoz

11:00 – 11:20

Synergistic Activities of Extracts from Azadirachta indica seeds and Citrus microcarpa fruit peels as a Biological Acaricide against Dermatophagoides farina

Elizabeth C. Alarcio, Ezekiel T. Arteta, Arlyn F. Cantillep, Juan Miguel M. Dizon, and John Donnie A. Ramos
Department of Biological Sciences, College of Science and Research Center for the Natural Sciences, University of Santo Tomas

11:20 – 12:00

Closing and Announcements

Dr. Danilo G. Tan
VP Academic Affairs, CLSU

Dr. Renato G. Reyes
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences,CLSU, and  Chair of the LOC, 14th NPSP Convention

12:00 – 13:00

Lunch

14:00 – 17:00

Tour CLSU/ Philippine Carabao Center facilities

LOC

Dec. 5 - Optional tour: Banawe/Pantabangan – LOC