The DOST has recently conferred the International Publication Award to DOST-Forest Products Research and Development Institute (DOST-FPRDI) staff who were able to publish their research outputs in the Web of Science/Clarivate Analytics or Scopus indexed journals.
Among the articles authored by the Institute researchers are:
- Jimenez Jr, J.P. (2023). Drying Characteristics of Pandan (Pandanus simplex) Leaves Using the DOST-FPRDI Furnace-type Dryer. Philippine Journal of Science, 152.
- Pelayo, S. A., Micosa, S.C., Alejo, K.G., & Omalin, A.P. (2023). Efficacy against Molds and Decay Fungi of Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) Formulations Applied on Forest Woody Vines. Philippine Journal of Science, 152(1).
- Marasigan, O.S., Alipon, M. A., Bondad, E.O., Hopia, K. A., & Mundin, M.A.M. (2024). Physical and Mechanical Properties of Thirteen Senile Fruit-Bearing Trees in the Philippines and their Potential Uses. Journal of Tropical Forest Science, 36(1), 91-104.
- Delica, K.M., Balagot, K.W.M. & Lapuz, R.B. (2023). Investigation of Chemical Components of Hexane Extract from the Stem of Arcangelisia flava via Phytochemical Test, GC-MS Analysis, FTIR Fingerprinting, and In Vitro Antioxidant Activity. Philippine Journal of Science, 152(5), 1919-1929.
- Delica-Balagot, K.M., Halasan, H.G.M., Martinez, C.M.J., Collera, J.J.A., Balagot, K.W.M., Kamantigue, E.C., Samiano, F.B. & Lapuz, R.B. (2024). Effect of Drying Methods on the Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity of Leaf of Agarwood (Aquilaria malaccensis). Philippine Journal of Science, 153(3), 1217–1225.
- Balagot, K.W.M., Delica, K.M., Lapuz, R.B., Lapuz, A.R.P., Ramos, R.E. & Domingo, E.P. (2023). Isolation of Nanocellulose by Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Bleached Musa textilis (Abaca) Pulp. Philippine Journal of Science, 152(5), 1873–1883.
- Balagot, K.W.M., Emprese, M.C., Delica-Balagot, K.M, Cuaresma, C.A. & Mari, E.L. (2024). Preliminary Study on the Chemical Properties of Non-Oak Wood Species: Suitability for Wooden Barrel Production. Philippine Journal of Science 153(3): 1227 – 1236.
“This recognition shows DOST-FPRDI’s commitment to further contribute to the global body of scientific knowledge. We are proud to have researchers who not only excel in R&D work, but also are competent and diligent writers,” said DOST-FPRDI Director Rico J. Cabangon.
The awarding was held last 25 November 2024 at the Vivere Hotel in Alabang. Recipients received certificates of recognition and cash incentives from NAST PHL. ### (Apple Jean C. Martin- de Leon, 25 November 2024)
