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Ask Theory

Mikael Angelo Francisco

Hosted by Pinoy science journalist Mikael Angelo Francisco, the Ask Theory Podcast shines the spotlight on science in and for the Philippines. From fascinating stories of Filipino scientists to urgent science-related issues that require serious attention, Ask Theory emphasizes the undeniable connections between science and society - and the importance of staying curious.

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00:38:44

062: [Careers in SciComm] Anu-Ano Ang Pwedeng Trabaho...

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2022/02/20

This episode of Ask Theory was made possible by the British Council in the Philippines, in support of their Women in STEM Scholarship program. Kami Navarro is a professional science communicator based in Singapore. She manages Pinoy Scientists, a platform that aims to highlight Filipino scientists worldwide and their stories. She is also part of the Panel of Experts for the International Science Council's Public Value of Science program. She was previously the science editor at a Singapore-based

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00:52:08

061: [Neuroscience] Kalusugan Ng Kaisipan: Bakit...

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2022/02/13

This episode of Ask Theory was made possible by the British Council in the Philippines, in support of their Women in STEM Scholarship program. Jana Quismundo is a recent Master's in Neuroscience graduate. Under the European Erasmus Mundus program, she spent the last two years in Germany and the Netherlands studying at the Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin and the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. She now works as a Scientific Officer for Genetic Cures for Kids, an Australian foundation working to

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00:26:05

060: [Medicinal Chemistry] Gamot Mula Sa Hangin:...

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2022/02/05

This episode features Mark John Mandigma, an aspiring research scientist in the field of synthetic method development and drug discovery. He is currently on a research exchange program (Elite Network of Bavaria/Swiss European Mobility Program) at Universität Zürich, Switzerland. We talked about the most remarkable thing he learned as a chemist, the chemical processes involved in his research, using gas to discover new types of medicine, his most recent research project, the story of erythromycin,

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00:46:03

059: [Secondhand Smoking] Paano Nakasasama Ang...

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2022/01/29

This episode features Dr. Ulysses Dorotheo, a neuro-ophthalmologist and public health advocate focused on tobacco control. He is the executive director of the Southeast Asia Tobacco Control Alliance (SEATCA). We talked about the difference between secondhand smoke and thirdhand smoke, the diseases that can result from exposure to secondhand and thirdhand smoke, secondhand smoke during the COVID-19 pandemic, the science of nicotine addiction, solving the problem of secondhand smoke in the

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00:37:19

058: [Science & Society] Paano Naiaangat Ng Siyensiya...

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2022/01/22

This episode features Hillary Diane Andales, a science communicator and astrophysicist-in-training. In 2017, she won the Breakthrough Junior Challenge, an annual global competition for students to inspire creative thinking about science. She is currently an undergraduate researcher at the MIT Kavli Institute for Astrophysics and Space Research. We talked about her research in astrophysics and observational astronomy, science communication tips and techniques, the pressure that comes with being a

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00:44:32

057: [Geography] Mga Sakuna Sa Pilipinas: Paano Ba...

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2022/01/15

This episode features Timothy James Cipriano, a geographer whose research is focused on hazards and disasters, urban and environmental studies, and disease geographies. He used to work with the UP Resilience Institute, and recently volunteered as a data validator for the UP COVID-19 Pandemic Response Team. We talked about the significance of geography, why science should always be done with the people, collecting data during the pandemic, what the Philippines can learn from past disasters, ways to

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00:50:15

056: [Science Conversations] Smart-Shaming: Bakit Ba...

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2022/01/09

This episode features Dr. Inez Ponce de Leon, a molecular biologist and science communicator. She is an Associate Professor at the Department of Communication at the Ateneo de Manila University, as well as a weekly columnist for the Philippine Daily Inquirer. We talked about styles of science communication in the Philippines, having inclusive conversations about science, the trap of falling in love with platforms, why smart-shaming happens, how facts can be perceived as weapons, and more. How to

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00:44:50

055: [Nuclear Science] Kailangan Ba Talaga Ng...

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2022/01/01

This episode features Dr. Carlo A. Arcilla, a geologist and the Director of the Department of Science and Technology-Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI). We talked about how nuclear medicine can help in the fight against cancer, the role of nuclear science in the pandemic, how nuclear technology helps with food productivity, nuclear science and climate change, the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant, and more. How to contact Dr. Carlo: Email: caloy.arcilla@gmail.com

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00:34:58

054: [Virus Hunting] Ba't Andaming Virus Sa Katawan...

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2021/12/25

This episode features Prof. Phillip Alviola, an Associate Professor at the Institute of Biological Science at the University of the Philippines Los Baños and the UPLB Museum of Natural History’s curator for small mammals and other wildlife. He is a bat biologist who uses his expertise to study bat-borne viruses and develop community-based methodologies for monitoring biological diversity. We talked about how to become a virus hunter, how viruses thrive in bats, zoonotic diseases and their connection

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00:47:09

053: [Environmental Economics] Masusukat Ba Talaga...

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2021/12/19

This episode features Tara Abrina, an environmental economist and researcher at the University of the Philippines. She is the founder of Kapit Sisid, a network of freediving and marine conservation professionals. We talked about how free-diving serves as a medium for marine conservation, the Kapit Sisid initiative, involving rural communities in environmental conservation, being a STEM worker in the Philippines, environmental economics in the Philippines, and more. How to contact Tara: Instagram:

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00:31:05

052: [Microbiology] Safe Bang Kainin Ang Pagkaing...

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2021/12/11

This episode features Dr. Pierangeli Vital, an environmental microbiologist and one of the 2021 Outstanding Young Scientists recognized by the National Academy of Science and Technology. We talked about pursuing environmental microbiology research, the best and worst parts of working as a microbiologist, popular myths and misconceptions about food safety in the Philippines, what the general public should know about food safety research, the impact of microbiology research on everyday life, and

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00:40:48

051: [Educonservation] Bakit Kailangang Iligtas Ang...

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2021/12/05

Co-hosted by Angela Mae Bagarra of the Northern Exotics and Wildlife Troopers – Nueva Ecija Branch (NEWT-NEB), this episode features Jazz Ong, an educonservationist and the Chief Executive Officer of Wildlife Matters. We talked about how Wildlife Matters started, the King Cobra Initiative, the difference between “venomous” and “poisonous,” bringing attention to endangered species that aren’t regarded as “cute” or attractive, why snakes are an important species to conserve, and more. How to contact

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00:34:41

050: [Science Writing] Bakit Mahalagang I-Communicate...

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2021/11/27

This episode features Shaira Panela, an award-winning science writer from the Philippines. Her work has appeared in local and international publications such as Asian Scientist Magazine, GMA News Online, Rappler, and SunStar. We talked about the differences between writing about science and writing about crime, politics, or entertainment, the toughest science stories she has ever worked on, her most memorable experiences as a science writer, why science communication matters in the Philippines,

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00:43:53

049: [Nuclear Medicine] Ano Ang Nuclear Medicine - At...

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2021/11/21

This episode features Dr. Thomas Neil Pascual, a nuclear medicine physician and Science and Technology Fellow III for the Department of Science and Technology - Philippine Nuclear Research Institute (DOST-PNRI). He serves as a technical adviser and research coordinator, providing high-level expertise and advice to researchers while developing and implementing projects aimed at applying quality management in nuclear medicine and diagnostic imaging practices. We talked about why people tend to

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00:39:21

048: [Microplastics] Gaano Kalala Ang Microplastics...

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2021/11/14

Co-hosted by Daisy Acuña of the Veterinary Circle for 10, this episode features Dr. Jose Isagani "J.I." Janairo. He is a Full Professor at the Biology Department of De La Salle University, where he also serves as the Head of the Biological Control Research Unit under the Center for Natural Sciences and Environmental Research. We talked about how microplastics end up in the ocean, the adverse effects of microplastics on animals and humans, how the pandemic impacted plastic pollution in the country,

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01:03:28

047: [Wildlife Biology & Chiropterology] Ba't...

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2021/11/06

This episode features Jay Fidelino, a wildlife biologist working with the Biodiversity Research Laboratory of the University of the Philippines Diliman’s Institute of Biology. We talked about life as a wildlife biologist, working in a research laboratory, the many fascinating things about bats, common misconceptions about bats, initiatives for conservation education, and more. [0:00] A quotable quote from Jay Fidelino. [1:42] Introducing Jay. [2:26] How Jay fell in love with science. [9:34] Jay’s

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01:10:35

046: [Biodiversity Conservation] Paano Maililigtas Ng...

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2021/10/30

This episode features Lisa Paguntalan, the Executive Director of the Philippines Biodiversity Conservation Foundation, Inc. We talked about the work of a biodiversity conservationist, the challenges in Philippine biodiversity conservation, inspiring ordinary citizens to become biodiversity conservationists, the amazing rediscovery of a Philippine species once thought extinct, and more. [0:00] A quotable quote from Lisa Paguntalan. [1:00] Introducing Lisa. [1:39] How Lisa fell in love with

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00:42:24

045: [Nanotechnology] Mawawalan Ba Tayo Ng Trabaho...

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2021/10/23

This episode features Engr. Marlon Llana, the Technical and Operations Director at Nanotech Analytical Services and Training Corp (NASAT). We talked about disruptive technologies, nanotechnology and its impact in our everyday lives, how radical technologies may affect the Pinoy job market, and more. [0:22] A quotable quote from Engr. Marlon Llana. [1:33] Introducing Engr. Marlon. [4:42] Engr. Marlon’s mission as a scientist. [7:04] Defining disruptive technology. [8:21] The radical technologies that

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00:36:48

044: [Quantitative Marine Biology] Paano Makakuha Ng...

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2021/10/16

This episode features Kristine Buenafe, a quantitative marine biologist. She is a graduate of the TROPIMUNDO program, an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree in Tropical Biodiversity and Ecosystems. We talked about quantitative marine biology, community-based species conservation and management, marine protected areas, the TROPIMUNDO program, the dynamics of biodiversity conservation, and more. [0:00] A quotable quote from Kristine Buenafe. [1:33] Introducing Kristine. [2:00] More information about

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00:42:35

043: [Distance Learning] Paano Magturo Ng Siyensya Sa...

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2021/10/09

This episode features Genea Nichole Cortez, a mangrove botanist and professional teacher. We talked about the challenges of teaching science in a virtual setup, how learners are adjusting to online science education, effective techniques for teaching science to elementary, high school and college students, how to encourage student participation in online learning, areas for improvement in Philippine science education, and more. [0:00] A quotable quote from Genea Nichole Cortez. [1:16] Introducing

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