Vega, Shania Fatima A.

2022-11989-MN-0
BSTM 1-1N Activity 08 - Module 3

Activity 08 - National Scientists

A. Choose five (5) National Scientists from different fields/specialization and accomplish

a table like the one below. (15 points)

B. Choose ONE of the questions below and explain within 100-150 words. Please do not forget
to COPY the question you have chosen. (5 points)

a) Why is science education important?

b) Why is it important to give distinct awards to Filipino scientists?

c) Why is scientific research important?

d) How can we make scientific knowledge and advancement more accessible to

laypeople?

A.

NATIONAL SCIENTIST FIELD / MAJOR WORKS / IMPACT TO PRESENT

SPECIALIZATION INVENTION DAY
1. Mario Antonio Jiz II Biochemistry Vaccine for Parasitic Jiz made substantial
Flatworms contributions to the
understanding of
schistosomiasis and
the creation of a
vaccine against it.
Schistosomiasis is a
chronic parasitic
worm illness.
2. Lucille Abad Chemistry Carrageenan Carrageenan is a food
ingredient that is
used to thicken,
emulsify, and
preserve foods and
beverages. It's a
natural component
 derived from red
seaweed (also known
as Irish moss). This
component is
commonly found in
nut milks, meat
products, and yogurt.
3. Nathaniel Hermosa Physics Light and Light- The groundbreaking
II Matter Interaction research of physicist
Hermosa "twisted"
and "slowed" light.
This may be applied
to optical
communications to
improve
communication
possibilities using
light.
4. Lourdes Cruz Biochemistry Conotoxin She contributed to
the creation of
conotoxins as
instruments for
studying human
brain function. Her
contributions
garnered her various
prizes and
recognitions,
including the title of
National Scientist of
the Philippines in
2006.
5. Ramon Barba Biochemistry Flower Induction He sprayed 400 trees
Method aged 10 to 12 years
old with potassium
nitrate, and they
bloomed within a
week to a month. In
1974, the Crop
Science Society of the
Philippines (CSSP)
selected his article
"Induction of
Flowering of the
 Mango by Chemical
Spray" the best
paper.

B. Why is science education important?

Science and technology are everywhere in our lives. It is vital to comprehend how scientific
knowledge is created, to differentiate between scientific and ordinary knowledge, and to
recognize fake news and misinformation. Science education promotes scientific literacy by
assisting individuals in understanding science and the production of knowledge. We can employ
scientific communication to promote science-related knowledge, particularly among adults.
Science education attempts to improve people's understanding of science and knowledge
construction while also promoting scientific literacy and responsible citizenship. We can employ
scientific communication to promote science-related knowledge, particularly among adults.
Popular nonfiction books, exhibitions, science events, and science blogs are wonderful
opportunities for adults to expand their scientific understanding. Children and children acquire
science instruction at school, but there are also many seminars, camps, and lectures available
to them. Along with this, children and teenagers may improve their cognitive skills and
problem-solving abilities, as well as have a better grasp of knowledge production and the
scientific process. These abilities enable individuals to function more effectively in today's
society. Science education may help spark enthusiasm in university study and improve societal
attitudes about science.