10 Famous Scientist

• Alfredo Mahar Francisco Lagmay


  National research Council member, specialized in experimental psychology, notable for introducing behavioral studies and hypnosis techniques for relaxation, research on how specific changes happen in human behavior and how that particular behavior could treat mental illnesses in the long run, helped many people establish behavior therapy as another effective treatment option for specific conditions
• Angelica Alcala


  Invented coral reefs, fisheries in southeast asia, research on the Philippine amphibians and reptiles was honored
• Edgardo Gomez


  Field of specialization was Marine Biology, led the first ever national-scale assessment of damage to coral reefs worldwide
• Fe Del Mundo


  Notable Pediatrics pioneer, founded the first pediatric Philippine hospital, focused on addressing what the country lacked regarding medical equipment in specific communities like rural areas, most famous invention was an incubator made out of bamboo designed so people who live in places without electrical power can regulate the temperature of their infants well
• Gavino Trono


  Also specializes in Marine Biology, known as the "Father of Kappachycus Farming", made a significant contribution to tropical marine psychology through his thorough research of seaweed biodiversity all over Asia and their role in the marine ecosystem
• Geminiano de Ocampo


  The only National Scientist in the Philippines specializing in Opthalmology, first person to diagnose and treat specific eye problems in the country, established the very first Philippine eye hospital to help Filipinos get quality eye care
• Gregorio Velasquez


  One of the many Filipinos who received the title of National Scientist due to his remarkable contributions to the field of Science
• Gregorio Zara


  Scientist and Engineer in the country passionate about Science and Technology, most significant invention was the videophone, patented together with 30 other devices for better and more convenient communication among people
• Julian Banzon


  Specialized in chemistry, known for extracting resident coconut oil from the fruit, helped people not solely rely on fossil fuels
• Ramon Barba


  Best recognized for Horticulture, ranked third on the Asian Scientist 100 list, developed technology for inducing mangoes to flower out season and all year round, also does research on other fruits and vegetables such as sugarcane, bananas, calamansi, etc.