The 46th Federation of Institutions for Marine and Freshwater Sciences (FIMFS) Annual Conference was convened on October 22-24, 2014 at the Jose Rizal Memorial State University (JRMSU) in the historic city of Dapitan, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines. Eleven delegates from the University of San Carlos attended the three-day conference headed by Dr. Filipina B. Sotto, … Continue reading The 46th Federation of Institutions for Marine and Freshwater Sciences (FIMFS) Annual Convention in Jose Rizal Memorial State University, Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines
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Winners of the 1st Panglao International Dive Fiesta Underwater Macro Photography Contest
Last June 12-15, 2014, the 1st Panglao International Dive Fiesta was held at the Central Parking Area, Tawala, Panglao, Bohol with more than 30 participants. The four day event showcased the best Panglao’s rich aquatic resources and the need to preserve and protect them. One of the most awaited events during the Fiesta was the … Continue reading Winners of the 1st Panglao International Dive Fiesta Underwater Macro Photography Contest
USC-Marine Biology Section Leads In Transplanting Corals Off Balicasag Island
Last May 28-29, 2014, the USC-MBS, with the invitation of the Office of Governor Edgar Chatto and Panglao Municipality and in cooperation with Gawad Kalinga, spearheaded the coral transplantation off Balicasag Island, Panglao, Bohol, as one of the highlights in the celebration of the Month of the Ocean and as part of the Bayani Challenge … Continue reading USC-Marine Biology Section Leads In Transplanting Corals Off Balicasag Island
Link: Tangalan Launches Coral Reef Restoration Pilot Project
[The hanger type coral nursery unit, shown above, is made of PVC material with series of nylon ropes. These ropes are fixed with plastic cables that are tied to maintain their position.] The coral reef restoration is a joint project of the DOST, DENR, BFAR, the Local Government Unit of Tangalan, the Provincial Government of Aklan, the University … Continue reading Link: Tangalan Launches Coral Reef Restoration Pilot Project