Volume 34 No. 2 July – December 2012

Jayzon G. Bitacura, Arvin C. Balala and Pamela P. Abit ABSTRACT The use of microorganisms to decontaminate the environment loaded with oil pollutants is a beneficial option for bioremediation. This study aimed to isolate, characterize and identify oil-degrading fungi from the coastal sediments of the port area of Ormoc City, Philippines, and to evaluate and …

Fungi from Coastal Sediments as Potential Agents in Biodegrading Used Engine Oil Read More »

Alfredo C. Neri1, Virgie P. Wee1 and Glenn B. Hoyohoy2 ABSTRACT The Mantayupan River is among the most important sources of water in Cebu, Philippines. This study was conducted to evaluate the physical, chemical, and microbiological characteristics of this river ecosystem and monitor the uses of its water. Results showed that Mantayupan river’s overall water …

Water Quality of Mantayupan River in Barili, Cebu, Philippines Read More »

Niño Antonio P. Villalino and Editha G. Cagasan ABSTRACT In the Philippines, only a small percentage of research is published in scientific publications. This study aimed to find out the conditions surrounding publication performance of faculty members in universities in Eastern Visayas. Data were gathered through in-depth interviews from 16 respondents with high publication performance …

Conditions Surrounding Publication Performance of Faculty Members of Two Selected Higher Education Institutions In Eastern Visayas, Philippines Read More »

Tessie C. Nuñez and Edwin T. Ocoy ABSTRACT The makapuno-bearing character found only in the cross-pollinated Laguna Tall coconut variety and the self-pollinating character of dwarf coconuts were combined into new makapuno genotypes through hybridization to limit cross pollination which is a problem among tall makapuno palms. F1 hybrids between Coconiño (CÑO) and tall Makapuno …

Development of Self-pollinating and Early-bearing Philippine Makapuno (Cocos nucifera L.) Hybrids Read More »

Luz O. Moreno1 and Calixto M. Protacio2 ABSTRACT Given the increasing global demand for pulp, there is a need to look into the prospects of increasing fiber production and shortening the harvesting cycle of abaca without sacrificing the quality of fibers for pulp production. This study investigated the chemical and pulp properties of abaca cv. …

Chemical Composition and Pulp Properties of Abaca (Musa textilis N’ee) cv. Inosa Harvested at Different Stages of Stalk Maturity Read More »

Suprana M. Biswas,Nabanita Chakraborty and Supriya Chakraborty ABSTRACT Flavoring compounds of plants play a significant role in plant defense mechanism. Compound responsible for strong sour tamarind flavor has been isolated and identified from Methanol fraction of tamarind leaves (TrMF). Chromatographic and spectral analyses of TrMF revealed the compound to be methyl 2,3,4- trihydroxyhexanoate. This compound …

Strong Sour Tamarind Flavor of Methyl-2,3,4-trihydroxyhexanoate, a new compound isolated from Leaves of Tamarindus indica, L. plays a role in plant defense mechanisms Read More »

Michelle B. Castillo1*, Cezar P. Mamaril1, Erlinda S. Paterno2, Pompe C. Sta. Cruz3, Pearl B. Sanchez2 and Rodrigo B. Badayos2 ABSTRACT Two field experiments were conducted in two sites with different soil properties to determine the appropriate management of rice residues coupled with cultural practices, including land preparation and fertilization to improve the nitrogen use …

Managing Rice Residues and Fertilization to Improve Nutrient Use and Productivity of Irrigated Lowland Rice Read More »