Filipino biologist

• Who invented "artificial coral reefs" used for fisheries in Southeast Asia?

  Angel Alcala
• What was the primary focus of Angel Alcala's research?

  His research focused on amphibians and reptiles in the Philippines
• Who led the first national scale assessment of damage to coral reefs worldwide?

  Edgardo Gomez
• What recognition did Edgardo Gomez achieve for his work?

  He placed 4th on the Asian Scientists list
• What is Fe del Mundo known for in the field of pediatrics?

  She founded the first pediatric hospital in the Philippines
• What is the most famous invention of Fe del Mundo?

  The incubator made out of bamboo
• What title is Gavino Trono known by in relation to seaweed?

  "Father of seaweed Diversity" or "The father of kappaphycus farming"
• What is the significance of Gavino Trono's research?

  It increases knowledge of the diversity of seaweed plants
• Who was the first person to diagnose and treat specific eye problems in the Philippines?

  Concepcion De Ocampo
• What is the name of the hospital founded by Concepcion De Ocampo?

  De Ocampo Eye Hospital
• What rank did Ramon Barba achieve on the Asian Scientists 100 list?

  Third
• What technology did Ramon Barba develop related to mangoes?

  Technology for inducing mangoes to flower out of season
• What are the contributions of Filipino biologists mentioned in the study material?

  • Angel Alcala: Invented artificial coral reefs, researched amphibians and reptiles.
  • Edgardo Gomez: Led national assessment of coral reef damage, ranked 4th among Asian Scientists.
  • Fe del Mundo: Founded the first pediatric hospital, invented a bamboo incubator.
  • Gavino Trono: Known as the "Father of seaweed Diversity," researched seaweed plants.
  • Concepcion De Ocampo: First to diagnose and treat eye problems, founded De Ocampo Eye Hospital.
  • Ramon Barba: Ranked 3rd among Asian Scientists, developed technology for mango flowering.