DPSM Seminar: Of Mice and Sponges: Insights into the Determinants and Origins of Neuronal Identity

Lecturer:

Cecilia Conaco, PhD
Post Doctoral Fellow
Neuroscience Research Institute, University of California
Visiting Scientist under DOST Balik Scientist Program

When: 22 August 2012, 9 AM
Where: LRC Audio-Visual Room, Old Neda Bldg
University of the Philippines Manila

For more information, please contact the Department of Physical Sciences and Mathematics at 5265858 or 5163228 loc 118.

MSP Research Seminar Series: Positivism and the Scientific Method

The Manila Studies Program is conducting an ongoing series of seminars on research and publication. The seminars aim to enhance the knowledge and capabilities of CAS faculty especially those who are thesis advisers through thorough discussion of one research topic each session.

Other research topics for the month of August shall be as follows:

August 24, 2011 - Research Paradigm 1: Positivism and the Scientific Method
August 31, 2011 - Research Paradigm 2: Constructivism and Interpretive research

Both topics will be discussed by Dr. Leonardo Estacio Jr, chairman of the Department of Behavioral Sciences. The seminars will be held at the UP CAS Alumni Room, 10:00am-11:30am.

For more information, please contact Junz of the MSP office at tel # 522-5208 loc. 114.

MSP Seminar Series: Developing the research proposal and Funding Opportunities for Research

The Manila Studies Program is inviting all CAS Faculty and thesis students to attend the series of seminars and workshops on research and publication which will start on August 2011 until March of 2012. The first of the series of topics, “Developing the research proposal and Funding Opportunities for Research,” will be discussed by Prof. Laufred Hernandez on August 17, 2011 10:00-12:00nn at the CAS Alumni Room. Other research topics for the month of August shall be as follows:

1. Research Paradigm 1: Positivism and the Scientific Method - August 24, 2011, 10:00-12:00nn, UP CAS Alumni Room
2. Research Paradigm 2: Constructivism and Interpretive research - August 31, 2011, 10:00-12:00nn, UP CAS Alumni Room

For more information, please contact Junz of the CAS Manila Studies Program, 522-5208 loc. 114.

Seminar on Health Informatics (National Telehealth Center)

This seminar provides an overview of current developments, issues and challenges in the emerging field of health informatics, which includes nursing informatics. It seeks to emphasize the use of information and communication technology in providing quality health care services to individuals, family and community. The seminar covers various underlying themes including proper use of information technology, appropriate data entry,... data privacy concerns, electronic health record, ethical issues, among others.

REGISTRATION LINK
http://one.telehealth.ph/seminar

OBJECTIVE

To increase the knowledge of health professionals and IT personnel on the interplay of information technology and health. The seminar is intended for:

* doctors, nurses, dentists, midwives and allied medical professionals
* faculty and students of health professions
* engineers and software developers

SEMINAR FEE OF PhP 800.00 INCLUDES:

* Seminar kit
* Certificate of Attendance (with CPE units for registered nurses)
* Morning and Afternoon Snacks
* Freebies


PROMOTIONAL FEES:

* Early registration: PhP 650.00 on or before January 14, 2011
* Student registration: PhP 500.000 (must present valid ID)

(To avail of the pre-registration promo rate (Php 650), payments must be received on or before January 14, 2011. Otherwise, regular seminar fees will apply.)


PAYMENT OPTIONS:

* Bank Deposit

* Bank Name: Development Bank of the Philippines

* Bank Branch: Arroceros Branch

* Account Name: UP Manila Trust Fund

* Account Number: 0410-002882-033

* Direct Payment to our office at UP Manila - National Telehealth Center, 3rd Floor, Information Technology Complex, Philippine General Hospital, Taft Avenue, Manila, from Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.

FOR CHECK PAYMENTS: As per university policy, we can only accept Manager’s Check addressed to “UP Manila Trust Fund”. Personal and Company Checks cannot be used. Thank you!


For more information, go to:
http://plone.telehealth.ph/seminar-on-health-informatics-putting-health-in-the-hands-of-the-people/

Note: This event is organized by the National Telehealth Center, in partnership with the International Open Source Network ASEAN+3, not by CAS.

Earthquake Awareness Seminar

Everyone is invited to the Earthquake Awareness Seminar tomorrow, Friday, 9 am to 12 nn at the CAS Little Theater.

Please confirm your attendance with the Office of the Associate Dean for Planning and Development.

Programme:

Opening Remark
Prof Samuel Go
Chair, CAS Disaster Preparedness Committee
Chair, Department of Biology

Introduction of Resource Speaker
Ms Carlota Surat
Administrative Officer, College of Arts and Sciences

Lecture: Earthquake Awareness
Ms Shelby Ruiz
Training Officer, Office of Civil Defense - National Capital Region

Closing Remarks
Dr Reynaldo Imperial
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences, UP Manila

For those with Facebook, you may also confirm here.

UPOU Seminar: Qualitative Research

The UP Open University Foundation Inc. (UPOUFI) is pleased to invite participants to a seminar in Qualitative Research. Topics that will be discussed include:

* Introduction and overview of qualitative research
* Types of qualitative research
* Setting up a qualitative study
* Data collection with emphasis on interviewing
* Beginning data analysis
* Validity and reliability
* Writing for publication

Speaker:
Dr. Sharan B. Merriam
Emeritus Professor, University of Georgia Athens
Author of several books on Qualitative Research

Date/Venue:
17 March 2010
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
UP Open University AV Room
Los Banos, Laguna

Seminar Fee: (inclusive of lunch and snacks)
Php 2,000.00
Php 1,500.00 (students)

Preregistration is required as slots are limited (on or before March 12). Pre-registrants will get 20% discount on an online short course on qualitative data collection and construction with Drs. Jean A. Saludadez and Primo G. Garcia of the UP Open University as mentors to be offered by the UPOU FI beginning June 2010.

For inquiries:
UP Open University Foundation Inc.
UPOU Bldg., College, Los Banos, Laguna 4031
Phone: (049) 536-6001 to 06 local 501/220 Fax: (049) 536-6013
foundation@upou.edu.ph; lccarascal@yahoo.com
foundation @upou.edu.ph, 0908-4671632

Seminar Workshop on "Myth Makers of UP Manila"

When: September 16, 2009, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m.
Where: GAB (Room TBA)

Organizers: Students of the PM 221 (Human Resources Development) class of Dr Leothiny Clavell, for the Master of Management program.

Content: Myths and other unconfirmed but recurring stories about and in the University of the Philippines Manila, and what core values are reflected in these stories.

RSVP here.

Commemorative Seminar on "The Political Education of the Filipino"

Invitation to the Commemorative Seminar on "The Political Education of the Filipino"
FREE REGISTRATION.
MAY 21, 2009; 8AM-12 NOON
ABLAZA HALL, NATIONAL MUSEUM

Program

8:00-8:30 Registration

8:30 Opening Ceremonies

Welcome Remarks and Introduction of Keynote Speaker
Hon. Ludovico Badoy

Executive Director, National Historical Institute

Keynote Speech
DR. SERAFIN D. QUIASON

Member, Board of Directors, National Historical Institute

9:00-9:30

PHILIPPINE LEGISLATIVE BUILDING

Prof. Gerard Nico (University of the Philippines Diliman)

9:30-10:00

PHILIPPINE POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT, 1900-1935
Dr. Ricardo Jose (University of the Philippines Diliman)

10:00-10:30

THE PHILIPPINES CIRCA 1909
Dr. Estrellita Muhi (Philippine Historical Association)

10:30-11:00

LAWS OF THE PHILIPPINE LEGISLATURE, 1907-1916
Dr. Celestina Boncan (National Historical Institute)

11:00-11:30

AFTER 100 YEARS: THE LEGACY OF THE PHILIPPINE LEGISLATURE
Prof. Bernard Karganilla (University of the Philippines Manila)

11:30-12:00 OPEN FORUM

12:00

CLOSING CEREMONY
Mrs. Emelita Almosara (Deputy Executive Director, National Historical Institute)

Please confirm your participation with Ms. Minda Arevalo at Tel.No. 5231037.

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