FILIPINO SCIENTIST &

THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS

Gregorio Y. Zara
- Gregorio Zara (March 8, 1902–October 15, 1978) was a Filipino
scientist best known as the inventor of the videophone, the first two-
way electronic video communicator, in 1955. All told, he patented 30
devices. His other inventions ranged from an alcohol-powered
airplane engine to a solar-powered water heater and stove.

Angel Alcala
- Alcala is known for his fieldwork to build sanctuaries and to promote
biodiversity in the aquatic ecosystems of the Philippines. He was the
Chairman of the Board of Advisers at the Angelo King Center for
Research and Environmental Management located in Silliman
University.

Eduardo Quisumbing
- Eduardo Quisumbing is pioneer in the study of Philippine medicinal
plants where he made tremendous contribution. His book Medicinal
Plants in Philippines is the forerunner of all researches on medicinal
plants in the country. He was author of more than 129 scientific
articles published here and abroad.