Training Programs

Biological Techniques

Bio-organic Fertilizer Production

Objectives:

  • To guide and provide hands-on experience on the use and application of bio-organic fertiliser (BOF)
  • To guide and provide experience on the mass production of BOF as well as the mass production of bacterial and fungal inocula

Course Content:

  • Introduction to BOF technology and mass production of BOF
  • Structural and equipment requirement
  • Investment analysis in the setting-up of BOF plant
  • Hands-on training

Registration details:

  • May 19-21, 2015 (3 working days)
  • P4,000 per participant (excluding board and lodging)
  • Maximum of 20 participants
  • Coordinator: Belinda Lucille B. Costales/Carlo G. Custodio, Jr.
  • Tel. no. (049) 536-1576
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Detection of Bacterial Pathogens through PCR

The course includes recent techniques in detection of bacterial pathogens in food, principles involved in PCR techniques, preparation of culture media, extraction of DNA using standard and quick extraction method, PCR, gel electrophoresis, and documentation of PCR results.

  • April 21-23, 2015 (3 working days)
  • P5,000 per participant
  • Min. no. of participants: 3
  • Coordinator: Belinda Lucille B. Costales/Carlo G. Custodio, Jr.
  • Tel. no. (049) 536-1576
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Methods in Monitoring Biodiversity

Lecture and laboratory activities focused on biodiversity monitoring methodologies. Visits to various ecosystem types within the UPLB campus will be arranged.

  • Date and duration: July 2-6, 2018, 9:00 AM to 12:00 NN and 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM (also available upon request)
  • Venue: Plant Systematics Laboratory, Institute of Biological Sciences, CAS-UPLB
  • Course fee: PhP 2,500; exclusive of accommodation
  • Coordinator: Inocencio E. Buot Jr
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  • Contact numbers: 536-2807/ 09175431438
  • Minimum no. of participants: 10

Microbiological Analysis of Water

Objectives

  1. To determine the Heterotrophic Plate Count (HPC) of water
  2. To learn the Most Probable Technique (MPT) of determining the coliform
  3. To differentiate Escherichia coliform and other coliform bacteria
  4. To detect the presence of decal streptococci
  5. To detect the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginoosa

Registration Details

  • May 18-22, 2015 (5 working days)
  • Maximum of 6 participants
  • P5,000 per trainee (excluding board and lodging)
  • Coordinator: Belinda Lucille B. Costales/Carlo G. Custodio, Jr.
  • Tel. no. (049) 536-1576
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Microbiological Preservation Techniques

Objectives:

  • To know the different methods and equipment used in long term preservation and storage of microorganisms
  • To learn the the procedures on how to monitor the viability and stability of the preserved microbial strains

Course content: Lecture and hands-on training on the basic concepts and methodologies involved in long-term preservation of microorganisms.

Registration details:

  • May 27-28, 2015 (2 working days)
  • P5,000 per trainee (excluding board and lodging)
  • Min. no. of participants: 6
  • Coordinator: Belinda Lucille B. Costales/Carlo G. Custodio, Jr.
  • Tel. no. (049) 536-1576
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Quantitative and Spatial Parasitology: Spatial Dimensions and its Application in Epidemiology and Ecology

The distributions of parasitic diseases are determined by complex factors, including many that are distributed in space. A variety of statistical methods are now readily accessible to researchers providing opportunities for describing and ultimately understanding and predicting spatial distributions. This short course provides an overview of the quantitative and mapping tools available to parasitologists, ecologists and epidemiologists. Lectures will also be included for new insights into the ecology and epidemiology of parasite infections and diseases. The short course is structured into three branches: statistics, mapping, and modelling. This 5-day training course aims to equip professionals, researchers, and students with the necessary knowledge and skills on spatial dimensions of parasitology and its application in ecology.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

  • To demonstrate selected statistical, mapping, and modelling tools for ecological and epidemiological data;
  • To perform the various tools for ecological and epidemiological interpretations; and
  • To evaluate the ecological and epidemiological significance of spatial parasitology and ecology; and apply these concepts in relation to environment, human, and animal health.

COURSE ACTIVITIES

  • Intensive laboratory-based course
  • Lectures/discussions, videos and films, digital tools

CORE ACTIVITIES ARE:

  • Lectures and discussions
  • Hands-on laboratory activities on selected statistical , mapping, and modelling tools (Laptop, at least CORE i3)
  • Digital geometric morphometrics

LECTURE TOPICS

  • Parasite biodiversity: relevance to human and environmental health, and conservation
  • Spatial Dimensions of Parasitology: Implications to Epidemiology
  • Biomathematical Modelling of Host-Parasite Systems
  • Basic statistical methods for parasitological data
  • Application of Quantum GIS for ecological and parasitological interpretations
  • Quantitative Morphological Analyses of Parasites and Hosts

PARTICIPANTS

This training course targets individuals such as teachers, ecologists, epidemiologists, environmental scientists, and researchers. A maximum of 20 participants in a 5-day training course will be accommodated. Training kits and certificates will be provided to the participants. Training kits will include handouts and writing materials. Lunch and snacks will also be provided during the training activity. Participants shall shoulder other meals outside the training schedule, transportation, and accommodation cost during the 5-day training.

  • Venue: Animal Biology Division, Institute of Biological Sciences
  • Dates: 1-5 July 2019
  • Proponent: Dr. Vachel Gay V. Paller
  • Partners: Institute of Biological Sciences; Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Extension; UPLB Foundation Inc.

Techniques in the Preservation of Selected Biological Specimens

Collection, preparation and preservation of higher vascular plants (as herbarium specimens), fungi (pickled or dried specimens), birds and mammals (taxidermy and skeleton display), reptiles and amphibians (wet preserved), will be shown with hands-on exercises.; useful to biology teachers, students and hobbyists.

  • Schedule: By arrangement
  • Fees: Client to request proposal based on number of participants
  • Min. no. of participants: 10
  • Coordinator: Florante Cruz
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  • Venue: MNH Bldg., UPLB or can be arranged

Training Course on Environmental Parasitology

Training Course on Environmental Parasitology: capacity building on collection, isolation, and identification of parasites from environmental samples

Diagnosis of parasite infection in humans is an essential step in the management of parasitic diseases at the individual and community level. However, detection of parasites from potential sources in the environment is also vital for control and prevention. Soil, water, and food are vehicles of parasite transmission. There are various modes and techniques to collect, isolate, and identify parasites from environmental samples, but there has been a dearth on skills among researchers and academicians working on parasitology. This 5-day training course on environmental parasitology aims to review, update and strengthen the knowledge and skills of professionals involved in teaching, research and diagnostic work dealing with parasites.

Course objectives:

  • to identify the important morphologic features used in the identification of parasites contaminating the environment;
  • to perform various laboratory procedures used in the collection, isolation, and identification of parasites from environmental samples for health and research applications;
  • to demonstrate specific methods and procedures for preservation and processing of parasite specimens; and
  • to understand the latest concepts regarding environmental parasitology and its relation to epidemiology and control of parasitic infections

Course activities:
Intensive laboratory-based course
Lectures/discussions, videos and films
Core activities are:

  • Lectures and discussions
  • Detailed examination of parasite specimens
  • Hands-on laboratory activities on collecting, isolation, and identification of parasites from environmental samples

Other details:

  • Date: 04-08 July 2016 (8:00 AM to 12:00 NN; 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM)
  • Venue: Parasitology Research Laboratory, Animal Biology Division, Institute of Biological Sciences, CAS, UPLB
  • Fee: PhP 5,000 including lunch and snacks
  • Course Coordinator: Vachel Gay V. Paller, PhD
  • Training Coordinator: Modesto Z. Bandal, Jr.
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  • Contact numbers: 0928-351-61-74/0917-642-12-66/(049)536-2843
  • Minimum number of participants: 15

Training Course on Zoological Techniques: Capacity building on collection and preservation of selected vertebrate and invertebrate systems

Zoological specimens are the most easily perishable objects. They require special care and attention. Scientific knowledge and skills are essential for the proper identification and preservation of animal specimens. There are various modes and techniques to prepare biological specimens for teaching and research purposes, however, scientific knowledge and skills are lacking. In the advent of K-12 education, there is a need to further hone our teachers and researchers, both in the secondary and tertiary levels, to promote an outcome-based education in the biological sciences. This 5-day training course on zoological techniques aims to equip professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills on the collection, processing, and preservation of selected vertebrate and invertebrate systems.

Course objectives

  • To perform various laboratory procedures for proper collection and identification of selected animal groups;
  • To demonstrate specific methods and procedures for preservation and processing of selected animal specimens; and
  • To evaluate the ecological significance of animal diversity, and apply these concepts in relation to environment, human health, and conservation issues.

Course activities

  • Intensive laboratory-based course
  • Lectures/discussions, videos and films, digital tools
  • Core activities are: Lectures and discussions, Hands-on laboratory activities on collection and preservation of selected animal samples, Digital geometric morphometrics, and Field activities

Lecture Topics

  • Philippine fauna: a call for conservation and management
  • Collecting biological specimens: essential to science and conservation
  • Polyphasic species identification of animals
  • Understudied invertebrate fauna: neglected but not forgotten
  • Parasite biodiversity: relevance to human and environmental health, and conservation

Laboratory Activities

  • Collection and preservation from the wild
  • Collection and isolation from environmental samples (soil, water, plants, etc)
  • Digital Geometric Morphometrics (laptop required)
  • Taxidermy
  • Herping and bird watching in Mount Makiling
  • Permanent mount slide preparations of selected invertebrates
  • Macrobenthic fauna in aquatic ecosystems

  • Date: July 3-7, 2017
  • Fee: P6,000.00 (inclusive of lunch and snacks)
  • Minimum number of participants: 15
  • Course Coordinator: Vachel Gay V. Paller, PhD (Head, Animal Biology Division, Institute of Biological Sciences, UPLB
  • Training Coordinator (module): Modesto Z. Bandal, Jr.
  • Contact Numbers: +63-928-351-6174; +63-917-642-1266; (049) 536-2843
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  • Venue: Animal Biology Division, Institute of Biological Sciences, UPLB

Training on Molecular Genetic Diversity Analysis and Fingerprinting

  • By arrangement
  • Offered whole year round
  • Course fee: TBA 
  • Coordinators: IPB Extension Unit and Ms. Alma O. Canama
  • Tel. No. (049) 536-3438

Training on SSR Hybridity Analysis in Maize, Tomato, Coconut and Rice

  • By arrangement
  • Offered whole year round
  • Course fee: TBA 
  • Coordinators: IPB Extension Unit and Ms. Alma O. Canama
  • Tel. No. (049) 536-3438

Training on SSR Purity Testing on Maize and Tomato

  • By arrangement
  • Offered whole year round
  • Course fee: TBA 
  • Coordinators: IPB Extension Unit and Ms. Alma O. Canama
  • Tel. No. (049) 536-3438

Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Extension

  • 3F UPLB Main Library Building,
    University of the Philippines Los Baños,
    College, Laguna,
    The Philippines 4031

  • Tel/Fax:
    +63 (049) 536 2354
    +63 (049) 536 5326

  • ovcre.uplb@up.edu.ph

OVCRE Publications

RDE Digest Vol. 10 No. 1
RDE Chronicle Vol.4 No. 2