For nearly 25 years, DNA researchers at the University of the Philippines have pursued a sustained but urgent goal: to develop a reliable kit that can help sexual assault survivors — living or deceased — find justice. The idea first took shape in 2003, when University Research Associate Frederick Delfin began designing a local […]
It was early morning after Christmas in 2004 when a magnitude 9.1 earthquake struck off the coast of Sumatra, Indonesia. Waves up to 30 feet (9 meters) tall ripped through the Indian Ocean, causing massive devastation in their wake. In Thailand, the ensuing tsunami created what many call the largest disaster victim identification in […]
Alumni and researchers of the University of the Philippines (UP) have been recognized by the National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines (NAST PHL), the highest recognition body on science and technology, for their significant scientific contributions to the country. The NAST PHL will introduce the new members of the Academy, the 2023 Outstanding Young […]
The UP College of Medicine (then known as the Philippine Medical School) opens. It predates the opening of the University proper by 3 years.
