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PJS 153 No3 Jun2024 small
 

Philippine Journal of Science Vol. 153 No. 3, June 2024

 

 

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Editorial Board

▶ Biology

Insights in Evaluating Commercially Important Macroinvertebrate Species in Danjugan Island Marine Reserve, Philippines
Marina Prieto-Amador and Nadia Palomar-Abesamis

Marine Turtle Identification, Sightings, and Nesting Area Mapping in Batanes Province, the Philippines
El Andro Aguada Obar, Julie Ann A. Arcales, Cherry Pilapil Añasco, and Sanny David P. Lumayno

Observation of the Asian Turtle Tick Amblyomma geoemydae Cantor, 1847 (Acari: Ixodidae) on the Asian Leaf Turtle Cyclemys dentata Gray, 1831 in Coron Island, the Philippines [Research Note]
Tristan Luap P. Senarillos, Jahn Zylke T. Ong, Karlen Mignon Acaba, Alpha Joyce Fernandez, Jestine Crhistia Gatdula, and Leticia E. Afuang

Coral Health and Benthic Composition of Reefs in an MPA and Open-access Site in Western Calatagan, Batangas, the Philippines
Gabriel A. Hildawa, Lea Mari R. Santos, Badi R. Samaniego, Kent Elson S. Sorgon, and Maria Eleanor B. Aurellado

Validation of Traditional Species Identification Techniques for Juvenile Mangrove Crabs (Scylla spp.)
Hilarie P. Orario and Chona Camille Vince Cruz-Abeledo

Web-decorating Sequences by the Spider Argiope luzona (Walckenaer, 1841)
John B. Scott and Alexander M. Kerr

New Species of Genus Podontia dalman (Coleoptera: Chrysomelidae: Galerucinae: Alticini) in the Philippines and Redescription of Podontia flava Baly from Sarawak, Malaysia [Research Note]
Orlando A. Calcetas and Charles l. Staines

Temporal Variation and Phylogeny of Air and Surface Microflora in Relation to Occupancy Patterns in a Higher Education Institution (HEI)
Jess Rafael I. Laxamana, Daniela Mae Kiana T. Reyes, Raphael L. Santos, and Cielo Emar M. Paraoan

Rediscovery of Pseudapocyrtus schadenbergi Heller, 1912 (Coleoptera: Curculionidae: Entiminae: Pachyrhynchini) from the Apayao Lowland Forest, Northern Luzon, the Philippines [Research Note]
Ma. Susana V. Legaspi, Tristan Luap P. Senarillos, Andrei Von Mariano C. Tirona, Kristian James E. Suetos, Guiller S. Opiso, Jayson C. Ibañez, Matthew H. van Dam, and Analyn A. Cabras

Biology, Population Parameters, and Ecology of the Sergestid Shrimp Acetes intermedius in Damilisan, Miagao, Iloilo, the Philippines
Rother M. Gaudiel, Harold M. Monteclaro, Jerry Ian L. Leonida, Dominique P. Mediodia, and Wilfredo L. Campos

First Record of Infestation of Amphitrichia flachi (Brenske, 1892) (Coleoptera: Scarabaeidae: Melolonthinae: Rhizotrogini) on Cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) in the Philippines
Orlando A. Calcetas, Joel L. Adorada, and Divina Amalin

Medicinal Plants Used for Postpartum Recuperation in an Upland Community in Leon, Iloilo, the Philippines
Leovie Ann L. Tiquio, Cecilia S. Cordero, Marie Frances J. Nievales, and Grecebio Jonathan D. Alejandro

First Record of Alkalinema sp. (Cyanobacteria) Thermophilic Strain in Negros Oriental, the Philippines
Vienna Ai Marie V. dela Cerna and Paul John L. Geraldino

Collection Sites of Spiny Lobster (Panulirus spp.) Puerulus in Palawan
Niño Jess Mar F. Mecha and Roger G. Dolorosa

Evaluation of the Anti-MRSA Activity of Supercritical Carbon Dioxide and Macerated Crude Extracts of Padina spp. Collected from the Coastal Waters of Tacloban City, the Philippines [Research Note]
Rae Martin V. Pedrosa, Normela Patricia F. Burigsay, Renelyn S. Gapultos, Cayel Jurist C. Garong, John Lloyd B. Mandawe, Loisse Mikaela M. Loterio, Armando T. Quitain, Edna T. Reyes, and Geraldine B. Dayrit

New Distribution Record and Redescription of Wurfbainia elegans (Ridl.) Škorničk. and A.D.Poulsen (Zingiberaceae) in Central Mindanao, the Philippines
Christian Jay A. Vallejos, Ellen Grace C. Enorme, Charity Dymphna Anne V. Oraiz, Victor B. Amoroso, Florfe M. Acma, and Noe P. Mendez

Plant Collections of Bogor Botanic Gardens: Potential for Cosmetics (Skincare) and Their Conservation Status
Yeyen Novitasari, Lani Hardiany, Iin Pertiwi A. Husaini, and Muhammad Rifqi Hariri

▶ Chemistry

In Silico Evaluation of the Interaction of Marine-derived Bioactive Compounds against Heme-oxygenase 1 – a Putative Ferroptosis Target
Maria Angela D. San Juan, Jillian Dominique P. Roxas, Al Rey C. Villagracia, and Rafael A. Espiritu

Phytochemical Analysis and Assessment of Antimicrobial, Genotoxic, and Cytotoxic Properties in Extracts Derived from Alyxia linearis Markgr. (Apocynaceae), a Philippine Endemic Species
Gladys Ann B. Bautista, Rhea C. Garcellano, Mark Kevin P. Devanadera, Oliver B. Villaflores, and Alicia M. Aguinaldo

Tuning the Hydrothermal Synthesis of FAU-type and ANA-type Zeolites Derived from Philippine Bentonite
Hannah Shamina O. Cosiñero and Marlon T. Conato

In Silico and In Vitro Alpha Amylase Activities of Previously Synthesized Pyridazine Derivatives
Mohit Varshney, Ravinesh Mishra, Arif Nur Muhammad Ansori, Supriyo Saha, Ayush Dangwal, and Vikash Jakhmola

Effect of Drying Methods on the Phenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Activity of Leaf of Agarwood (Aquilaria malaccensis Lam.)
Kimberly M. Delica-Balagot, Hazel Grace M. Halasan, Cherrie Mae J. Martinez, John Jefferson A. Collera, Kim Wilmer M. Balagot, Edmark C. Kamantigue, Florena B. Samiano, and Rebecca B. Lapuz

▶ Earth and Environmental Sciences

Assessing Solar Radiation Forecasting: a WRF-Solar Model Evaluation in Kupang, Indonesia
Rista Hernandi Virgianto, Firmansyah, and Hamdan Nurdin

Preliminary Study on Mercury and Lead in the Ambient Air of Metro Manila, the Philippines [Research Note]
Dawn May M. Patilan, Rodolfo A. Romarate II, and Hernando P. Bacosa

Hydrological and Climatological Aspect Evaluation for Salt Farm Development in the Coastal Area of Gunungkidul Regency, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Ahmad Cahyadi, Muh A. Marfai, Indra A. Riyanto, Maryadi B. Wiyono, Mukhamad N. Malawani, Mohammad I. Sadali, and Suadi

Valuation of Water Supply as an Ecosystem Service in the Sub-watersheds of the Upper Pampanga River Basin Using the InVEST Model
Analyn L. Codilan, Priscila C. Dolom, Leonida A. Bugayong, Noel L. Tolentino, Ma. Cynthia S. Casin, Judith F. Castillo, Jean C. Nicmic, Jan Joseph V. Dida, Diorella Mari T. Garcia, and Kristel S. Victoria

▶ Agriculture / Forestry

Characterization of N-methyltransferase Genes in Coffea liberica var. liberica
Miguel V. Mondragon, Terrence Ferdinand S. Nagaño, and Daisy May C. Santos

Philippine Traditional Maize with Resistance to Asian Corn Borer [Ostrinia furnacalis (Guenée) (Lepidoptera: Crambidae)] Leaf and Stalk Feeding Damage
Angelyn Marta D. Marmeto, Merdelyn T. Caasi-Lit, Bernard B. Panabang, Ayn Kristina M. Beltran, and Artemio M. Salazar

Preliminary Study on the Chemical Properties of Non-Oak Wood Species: Suitability for Wooden Barrel Production
Kim Wilmer M. Balagot, Melvie C. Emprese, Kimberly M. Delica-Balagot, Caezar A. Cuaresma, and Erlinda L. Mari

▶ Mathematics / Computer Science / Statistics

Performance of Different Imputation Methods in Logistic Regression with Multicollinearity
Thanpitcha Ritthewa and Klairung Samart

Improving the Electronic Data Collection System (EDCS), a Computer-assisted Personal Interviewing and Database Tool Used for the Expanded National Nutrition Survey
Mae Ann S.A. Javier, Charmaine A. Duante, Owen John C. de Leon, and Imelda Angeles-Agdeppa

Topological Approach for Detection of Structural Breakpoints in Philippine Stock Price Data Surrounding the COVID-19 Pandemic
Ela Mae A. Riñon and Rachelle R. Sambayan

▶ Nutrition / Food Science and Technology

Design and Formulation of High-quality Probiotic Honey from Mamasa, West Sulawesi, Indonesia
Muhammad Rizaldi Trias Jaya Putra Nurdin, Baso Manguntungi, Nurmuliayanti Muis, Arlinda Puspita Sari, Ariandi, Masyitha Wahid, Nurul Hidayah, Mesra Damayanti, Muh Rizal Kurniawan Yunus, Jirana, Nur Amaliah, Phika Ainnadya Hasan, Asia Arifin, Andi Dewi Rizka Ainulia Makerra, Asrirawan, Apon Zaenal Mustopa, and A. Masniawati

Effect of Steeping Temperature and Storage Time on the Bioactive Compounds Antioxidant and Antidiabetic Activities of Pluchea indica Less Tea
Paini Sri Widyawati and Yufita Ratnasari Wilianto

Production and Characterization of Rice Flour as Reference Material for Chemical Analysis
Leah C. Dajay, Jolly C. Cotara, Jennifer C. Laurea, Mylene B. Martin, Maricar Giel Y. Parcarey, and Prudencio E. Adona Jr.

▶ Medicine / Health Sciences

Detection of Colistin Resistant Enterobacteriaceae among Backyard Farm Swine and Swine Raisers in Tanay, Rizal Swine Farm [Research Note]
Nathaniel Veron M. Casamina and Ann Florence B. Victoriano-Belvis

Three-year Profile of COVID-19 Cases in Eastern Visayas, Philippines (2020–2023)
Zoe K. Mallonga and Boyd Roderick S. Cerro

▶ Engineering

Remediation of High Ash Lignite Coal Using Modified Alkali-Acid Hybrid Treatment for Reduced SOx, Low Mineral Content, and Enhanced Combustibility: Comparative Study
Mansoor Ahmed Lakhmir, Suhail Ahmed Soomro, Imran Nazir Unar, and Faheem Akhter

▶ Social Science

Ethnicity on the Teaching Skills of Culturally Literate Prospective Science Teachers
Parmin, Endah Fitriani Rahayu, Yahya Nur Ifriza, Ahmad Zaky El Islami, Saminto, and Hisbulloh Als Mustofa

▶ Others

Architecture Enterprise Model of Islamic College Management in Indonesian Industrial Era 5.0
Ahmad Qurtubi

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