The University of the Philippines Manila is now accepting applicants to its new Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology program, which was approved by the UP Board of Regents, April 30. This move is a response to the nation’s shortage of radiologic technologists and offers immediate opportunities for qualified students through the 2026 Degree […]
Celebrate 28 Years of Research Excellence with the NIH–UP Manila! The National Institutes of Health, University of the Philippines Manila, invites you to its 28th Anniversary Conference on February 26, 2026, at the Ramon Magsaysay Center, Manila. This year’s theme, “Addressing Global Challenges: Strengthening Research Collaborations through One Health,” highlights the critical intersections of […]
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 […]
A study done in the University of the Philippines Manila (UPM) on the effects of solvent addiction on mice has given its members important clues on the common and different ways toluene—commonly known as “rugby”—affects male and female adolescent brains when inhaled repeatedly. Toluene is a common solvent found in paint, paint thinners, and silicone […]
The year-long celebration of the 26th anniversary of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) kicked off last February 28 with the forum “National Scientist on National Scientist,” featuring Dr. Carmencita D. Padilla and Dr. Ernesto O. Domingo. Both are National Scientists and former Chancellors of the University of the Philippines Manila (UPM). The NIH’s […]
Join us for an enlightening academic colloquium! 🔍 EXPLORING UPDATES & POTENTIAL RESEARCH COLLABORATIONS 🔬 🎓 Hosted by the University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and Duke Kunshan University 🌏 🗓️ Date: March 6, 2024 🕛 Time: 12:00 NN to 5:00 PM 📍 Venue: UNILAB Multipurpose Hall, 6th Floor Henry Sy Sr […]
The University of the Philippines Manila placed first in the list of top ten performing schools in the October 2023 Physician Licensure Exam, with 164 out of 168 or 97.62% of its examinees passing the exam. Two UPM graduates made it to the top ten passers. Jon Michael Saluta Kimpo placed 4th overall with […]
Inspired by the work she did on a disease whose victims rarely reach the age of 30, UP Manila-based clinical geneticist and National Institutes of Health Executive Director Eva Maria Cutiongco-de la Paz is using her knowledge of the Filipino’s genetic makeup to heal and manage serious birth defects and illnesses. And with the technology of a newly launched laboratory at the Philippine Genome Center behind her, this Dangal ng Bayan Awardee is ready to take the next step.
The UP Open University (UPOU) commemorated its 24th anniversary on March 1 at its headquarters in Los Baños, Laguna with its usual celebratory activities. Memoranda were signed, projects and publications launched, partners recognized, the Gawad Chancellor given, and Family Day celebrated. UPOU 2019 Programs and Projects Projects and programs that UPOU shall pursue starting […]
“Addiction is a national issue. We have to partner with many organizations to provide a more meaningful perspective on addiction in this country. Emphasis has been placed on the criminal or police aspects of the problem. Of course there are issues that need to be resolved by the police, but we would like to view it more as a social and health problem that needs to be addressed,” explained by Dr. Armando C. Crisostomo, UP Manila Vice Chancellor for Research and chairperson of UP Manila’s Technical Working Group on Addiction Science.
Learn more about UP Manila and Development Academy of the Philippines’ response to the glaring problems arising from addiction, particularly illegal substance abuse in the country.
The UP College of Medicine (then known as the Philippine Medical School) opens. It predates the opening of the University proper by 3 years.
