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• AI for Climate: Predicting Disasters Better

  Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025)

  This paper explores how artificial intelligence enhances climate-disaster prediction by processing vast datasets and identifying patterns beyond the capacity of traditional models. AI improves the accuracy and speed of forecasting extreme weather, aiding...

• Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals Among Chemistry Educators: Health Risks and Safety Considerations

  Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026)

  This paper examines the occupational exposure of chemistry educators to hazardous chemicals commonly encountered in laboratory environments. It highlights the potential health risks associated with inhalation, skin contact, and long-term exposure to substances...

• Chemical Applications in Edible Crop Production: Benefits, Risks, and Sustainability Considerations

  Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026)

  Chemical applications such as fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators play a vital role in increasing edible crop productivity and supporting global food security. However, their extensive use can contribute to environmental degradation...

• Hazardous Chemical Contamination in Water, Soil, and Air: Implications for Environmental and Public Health

  Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026)

  Hazardous chemical contamination of water, soil, and air poses significant threats to environmental sustainability and public health. Sources such as industrial activities, agriculture, mining, and urbanization introduce toxic substances, including heavy metals...

• Fast Charging Power Electronics in BMS: Convenience vs Battery Damage

  Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026)

  Fast charging technology improves user convenience by significantly reducing charging time, but it also accelerates battery degradation through increased electrochemical and thermal stress. Battery Management Systems (BMS) mitigate these effects using advanced...

• Innovative Approach to Waste Management for a Cleaner and Greener Future

  Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026)

  This paper discusses innovative approaches to waste management that promote environmental sustainability and resource efficiency. It highlights the roles of the circular economy, artificial intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), waste-to-energy technologies...

• Assessment of Waste Management System and Their Impact on Environmental Sustainability

  Vol. 2 No. 2 (2026)

  This study assesses waste management systems and their impact on environmental sustainability, emphasizing the role of scientific research, sustainable technologies, biotechnology, public health, and environmental policies. Findings indicate that effective...

• Smart Distribution Grid Fault Localization Using IoT Sensors and Mathematical Load Modeling

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026)

  This study explores the application of Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and mathematical load modeling for fault localization in modern smart distribution grids. As power systems grow more complex due to aging infrastructure and the integration of distributed energy resources, traditional fault detection methods become increasingly...

• Community-Based Earthquake Early Warning and Pattern Recurrence Prediction

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026)

  This study explores the development of community-based earthquake early warning (EEW) systems integrated with pattern recurrence prediction as an innovative approach to disaster risk reduction in seismically active regions like the Philippines. Unlike traditional centralized seismic monitoring, community-based systems utilize distributed low-cost...

• Wide Bandgap Semiconductors (GaN & SiC): Hype vs Reality in Modern Power Electronics

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2026)

  Wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors, particularly gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC), have emerged as promising alternatives to traditional silicon-based devices in modern power electronics due to their superior electrical and thermal properties. These materials enable higher efficiency, faster switching, and improved performance in...

• Microplastics in Philippine Farmlands

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  Microplastics—tiny plastic particles less than five millimeters—are increasingly contaminating Philippine farmlands. Originating from degraded farm plastics, runoff, and sewage sludge, these particles pose significant risks to soil health, crop productivity, and...

• Smart Recycling: Machines That Sort Waste

  Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025)

  This article explores how AI-driven sorting technologies are transforming modern waste management by increasing accuracy, efficiency, and recycling rates. Through robotics, machine learning, and advanced scanning systems, smart recycling enhances material...

• Beyond the Hype: Real Challenges of Electric Vehicles

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper examines the challenges and opportunities surrounding the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the Philippines. While EVs offer environmental and economic benefits, including reduced emissions and lower operating costs, their widespread implementation...

• Library use and AI

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  Libraries remain vital centers of knowledge, fostering learning and research while adapting to technological change. With the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), traditional processes such as cataloging, classification, and resource management are being...

• The Science Behind Food Safety, Mechanics, and Electronics in TechVoc Classes

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article highlights how science underpins the core skills taught in Technical-Vocational (TechVoc) education in the Philippines, particularly in mechanics, food safety, and...

• Addressing the Invisible Threat: Challenges in Mitigating Microplastic Contamination

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This paper examines the urgent yet under-addressed challenge of microplastic contamination in the Philippines, highlighting gaps in research, waste management, and...

• Smart Help or Shortcut? The Use of AI Chatbots by Filipino Students for Homework and Learning

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article examines how Filipino students are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT for learning and completing schoolwork. While these tools support grammar, research, and writing tasks, concerns arise over student dependency, misinformation, and diminished critical...

• Is AI Making Teachers Lazy or More Strategic?

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This article explores the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) tools on teaching practices in the Philippines. It examines whether AI is making educators complacent or enabling them to become more strategic. Drawing on studies and reports, the piece highlights how AI...

• Ignored Warnings: Ecological Collapse in Tourist Hubs

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This essay highlights how unchecked tourism development in renowned Philippine destinations like Boracay and El Nido has led to water pollution, waste overflow, habitat loss, and community disruptions. Despite repeated scientific warnings, local economies...

• When the Light Hurts Nature: Light Pollution and Urban Wildlife in the Philippines

  Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025)

  This essay examines how pervasive nighttime lighting in Philippine cities disrupts the behavior and life cycles of nocturnal wildlife—fireflies, bats, frogs, and insects. It highlights documented declines and displacements, explores the sources of light pollution, and...