The Chanos chanos is a warmwater teleost fish species that is commonly used as a food resource because of its good taste and great demand in the market. It is also known as the national fish of the Philippines. This study was conducted to determine the heavy metals found in Chano...
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Research Article10.9734/CSJI/2022/v31i230277
Flyndon Mark S. Dagalea, Abel Alejandro U. Flores, Jr., Franklin E. Cortez & Karina Milagros C. Lim·Asian Plant Research Journal·2022
Nypa fruticans Wurmb. (Nipa palm) oil was extracted from its ripe, semi-matured, fruits. Nipa palm possesses a diverse array of biological characteristics that can be a huge advantage to many fields and industries. The objective of the study is to characterize nipa palm oil extra...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2022/v9i330208
Water is one of the most important commodity, which is essentially required for the survival of all types of life, including sustenance of ecosystems and bio-diversities. Human wellbeing hinges around availability of sufficient qualitative and quantitative water affordability for...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i330448
Flyndon Mark S. Dagalea, Karina Milagros C. Lim, Manuela Cecille G. Vicencio, Ma. Lourdes C. Alvarez, Maria Judy M. Somoray, Abel Alejandro U. Flores Jr, Francis Michael G. Tubello, Jannah Louise L. Beros, Rose Ann F. Ablazo & Tom Joel Q. Caloza·Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International·2021
Phytochemical profiling focuses on the determination of the secondary metabolite present on a sample. Aims: In this research, a phytochemical profiling was done in Saribus rotundifolius (Anahaw) leaves and fruit crude extracts. Methodology: This study determines the secondary met...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i38A32082
Flyndon Mark S. Dagalea, Karina Milagros C. Lim, Manuela Cecille G. Vicencio, Jonsel Juris C. Ballicud, Moises Ronn B. Burac, Justine Jane B. Vibar & Vincenette Brea E. Villadolid·South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology·2021
Good manufacturing practices (GMP) is the key in quality food services. This is to ensure that the food our body take in is safe from harmful bacteria that may cause disorder in its normal function. In this research, detection of Escherichia coli (E. coli) was done in the sauces...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2021/v9i330212
Abstract: Kappa-carrageenan, a natural polymer that is a product derived from seaweeds has been gaining vast attention on researches because of its biodegradability and low cost production. On the side, Nanotechnology, the emerging Science of nanoparticles has been indulging the...
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Research Article10.9734/irjpac/2021/v22i130381
In Catarman, Northern Samar, approximately 15 typhoons enter the region annually, intensifying the importance of resilient coastal vegetation. Nypa fruticans (Wurmb, 1779) supports biodiversity by providing habitat for various species and plays a crucial role in stabilising coast...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i6509
Melia azedarach belongs to the Meliaceae family and is known by various names, such as Chinaberry, ride of India, Bead-tree, Cape lilac, Persian lilac. It is commonly found in warmer and tropical regions, including Southeast Asia and various other parts of the world. The leaves,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2024/v14i4305
Phytoremediation is a cost-effective and environment-friendly approach to remediate or clean our environment using plants by accumulating contaminants. Helianthus annuus L., commonly named sunflower is known to be a hyperaccumulator of heavy metals from the soil. This study focus...
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Research Article10.9734/aprj/2024/v12i4262
Canarium ovatum (Pili) Pulp was widely cultivated in the town of Allen, Northern Samar, Philippines. In Allen, Northern Samar produces 60 to 100 kilograms per year every tree. The pili can used in various aspects like oil and soap production, fuel, sweet candies and bread stuffin...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2024/v16i7396
Over the years, the water quality continues to deteriorate at an alarming rate, in fact, according to the World Health Organization (WHO) unsafe water are responsible for an estimated 485,000 deaths worldwide. Thus, this study aimed to determine the water quality of water sources...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2024/v18i4355
Humans have a strong reliance in using petroleum-based plastics which take several decades to degrade and cause a lot of environmental problems such as pollution. This study intended to develop bioplastics from Ulva reticulata (Ribbon sea lettuce) and to determine the bioplastic’...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2024/v14i2301
The province of Northern Samar, its municipalities including Pambujan, is a place abundant of Manihot esculenta Crantz (cassava), and Cocos nucifera Linn. (coconut). However, its industry is mainly limited to food production. This study developed biofilms from cassava starch (Cas...
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Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i1279
Nathaniel A. Dianito, Flyndon Mark S. Dagalea, Manuela Cecille G. Vicencio & Karina Milagros C. Lim·Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences·2022
Nanoparticles have all kinds of unexpected benefits in different fields and industry. For this reason, the demand for nanoparticles is increasing at overwhelming rate the increased demand resulted to increase in production. Conventional method in synthesizing nanoparticles have b...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2022/v12i119134
Nanotechnology is an emerging interdisciplinary technology that has been booming in many areas during the recent decade. The application of nanoscale materials and structures, usually ranging from 1 to 100 nanometers (nm), is an emerging area of nanoscience and nanotechnology. In...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i3831016
Aim: The objective of this study is to determine the phytochemical constituent and antibacterial effect of fruit extract of Datura metel against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. Methods: The extract of the sample underwent a phytochemical screening to identify the seco...
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Research Article10.9734/jpri/2020/v32i2130758
Fertilizers serve as essential supplements in modern agriculture, playing an essential role in supplementing soil fertility and promoting healthy plant growth. The Northern Samar Provincial Agriculture Office reported a 27.94% 5-year percentage change of tomato harvest in the ent...
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Research Article10.9734/ajocs/2024/v14i3313
Bacterial infection is not only a nationwide problem but a global health concern facing communities and populations across the world. The impact of bacterial infections extends beyond just the health sectors, affecting economies, healthcare systems, and overall societal well-bein...
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Research Article10.9734/ajopacs/2024/v12i3227
The COVID-19 pandemic has not only resulted in a staggering number of casualties but has also led to a significant depletion in the availability of crucial sanitary supplies worldwide. In the province of Northern Samar, this shortage was keenly felt, with essential items like fac...
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Research Article10.9734/ajarr/2024/v18i5643
Karina Milagros R. Cui- Lim, Judy Ann H. Brensis, Flyndon Mark S. Dagalea, Marlon John M. Bangco, Maria Rosabel Castillo, Hannah G. Pulga, Mark Gil M. Cruz, Jaymar L. Erivera, Feraldine M. Chiquito, Tom Jericho L. Abobo, Mary Jane Madario & Cherry I. Ultra·Asian Journal of Physical and Chemical Sciences·2020
Northern Samar is abundant when it comes to nipa resource which has a big potential as a raw material for ethanol. Utilization of nipa in Northern Samar is not optimal due to low interest and ability to process into useful products. The main aim of the study is to extract ethanol...
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Research Article10.9734/ajopacs/2020/v8i430125
Marine algae have attracted a great deal of interest as an excellent source of bioplastic due to their hydrocolloid properties and rich polysaccharide. This research focuses on the development of bioplastic products from Gracilaria salicornia and Halimeda opuntia with Zinc Oxide...
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Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2026/v17i2387
Starch-based films have been highlighted with its biodegradability, renewable, and amalgamation with other biopolymers as an intended substitute to synthetic packaging. This study aims to add to the plethora of literature on advancing a novel source of starch (Nypa fruticans) in...
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Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2024/v15i4294
Street food vendors play a crucial role in providing affordable and convenient food options, especially for those who need to purchase necessities in small quantities. However, ensuring food safety in these informal food businesses remains a major concern. This study aims to inve...
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Research Article10.9734/acri/2023/v23i7585
Salacia korthalsiana Miq., locally known in the Philippines as Polipog, is a wild climbing shrub traditionally valued for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antimicrobial properties. While indigenous communities utilize its leaves, stems, and roots to treat ailments ranging f...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2026/v18i3530
Tom Jericho L. Abobo, April A. Enteria, Leona Marie D. Ortecio, Mary Jane Madario, Jovencio G. Custorio, Flyndon Mark S. Dagalea, Marlon John M. Bangco, Abel Alejandro U. Flores Jr, Ma. Leovilla D. Santos & Karina Milagros C. Lim·Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research·2024
Seaweeds or marine macroalgae is one of the marine resources that are understudied in the province of Northern Samar, the province have twenty-four (24) municipalities and twenty (20) of them have coastal zone which is ideal for marine researches as well as for aquaculture. This...
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Research Article10.9734/ajfar/2024/v26i3750
Judy Ann T. Ng, Lovely A. Sanita, Jaderex Fermace, Rubie De la Torre-Cruz, Jovencio Custorio, Lyka G. Dente, Louisa Mae Acebuche, Marielle Rose Cesista, Rochelle Contega, Issa Tenedero, Ma. Crissa Olivas, Jackylou Abalon, Jaymar L. Erivera, Flyndon Mark S. Dagalea & Karina Milagros Cui-Lim·International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review·2026
Northern Samar, a province in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines, harbors a rich yet underexplored diversity of plant species. While earlier studies have documented the flora of its island municipalities, many mainland species remain chemically uncharacterized and unde...
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Research Article10.9734/ijbcrr/2026/v35i21106