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Theses/Dissertations from 2016

Extraction and partial characterization of oligosaccharides and starches from sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) and arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea L.), Vhanessa M. Dela Torre

Production and management of coffee (Coffea liberica L.) at Katy's Farm in Lipa City, Batangas, Aaron Paul R. Dizon

Herbicide selectivity in transplanted rice (Oryza sativa L.) with pre-treatment applications subjected to varying durations of biomass decomposition and effect of seed treatment on growth and development of rice (Oryza sativa L.) at the Bayer CropScience Agronomic Development Southeast Asia : a research apprenticeship, Ginell Gille A. Dueñas

Effect of inclusion of hydrolyzed peptone in chick booster and broiler starter diets on growth performance, caloric efficiency, and fecal quality of broilers, Jeff C. Ebio

Selection and validation of reference genes for quantitative RT-PCR of Lakatan banana (Musa acuminata Colla) fruit ripening, Steven Ryan E. Ebuenga

Effects of endocarp removal and trichoderma (Trichoderma spp.) application on germination and growth of red bourbon and yellow bourbon Arabica coffee (Coffea arabica L.), Kryzelle Diane C. Eres

UPLB's technology transfer and commercialization practices : the case of the Center for Technology Transfer and Entrepreneurship (CTTE), Ma. Lobelle M. Esguerra

Germination response of selected weed species seeds to various scarification and chemical treatments, Dara Maria A. Fabro

Optimization of map position of resistance gene analogue (RGA) markers associated to downy mildew resistance in Maize (Zea mays L.), Gem P. Faustino

Research internship on rejuvenative pruning of Robusta (Coffea canephora L.) coffee at Jamboree site, UP Los Baños, Ardjani S. Fernando

Development of gene specific markers for detection of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) witches? broom disease as baseline for selection of host resistance, Johnric Paolo F. Foronda

Optimization of SDS-PAGE parameters for the isolation of Glutelin in M-19 and M-20 rice varieties and optimization of PCR annealing temperature for SNP2 and W2R molecular markers, Jose Christian D. Gammad

Effect of relative humidity and essential oils on conidial germination of Colletotrichum gloeosporioides (Penz.) Sacc. causing mango anthracnose, Jean Quennie Marie C. Gauna

Food science and technology practicum at RFM Corporation-Cabuyao Logistics and Industrial Center KM. 47 RFM Road, Brgy. Pulo, Cabuyao City, Philippines, Janine C. Genoveso

Physico-chemical and phytochemical properties, antioxidant activity, and total phenolic content of the indigenous plant Lagikway (Abelmoschus manihot), Richelle Anne N. Guevara

Food science and technology practicum at Philippine Carabao Center National Headquarters and Gene Pool-Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija 2016, Rocell O. Hernandez

Development and quality evaluation of tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum Mill.) yogurt juice drink, Shanen Keith E. Hernandez

Food science and technology practicum at Universal Robina Corporation-Cereal Plant, Bagong Ilog, Pasig City, Gabriel S. Ilagan

Determination of the potential of Kamuning (Murraya paniculata) flowers for tea development, Honey Bhabes R. Iñigo

Determining the optimum fertilizer rates for improved growth and nutrition of sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum), Glorianne Excelsis C. Jamilla

Food science and technology practicum at the Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory of Department of Science and Technology (DOST IV-A), Brgy. Timugan, Los Baños, Laguna, Philippines, Rhozelyne C. Leycano

Food science and technology practicum at the Department of Agriculture - Philippine Carabao Center at UPLB, University of the Philippines Los Baños, College, Laguna, Jelen Mara S. Lopez

Production constraints and suitability of selected lowland rice soils in Nueva Ecija and Pangasinan, Roselle E. Madayag

Growth and yield of pakchoi (Brassica campestris var. chinensis) under different concentrations of simple nutrient addition program (SNAP) hydroponics, Fidel Paolo M. Madrid

Quality and antioxidant activity evaluation of wines produced from selected pigmented rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties from Ifugao, Philippines, Jana Louria M. Malingan

Characterization of the rheological properties of steamed buns "siopao" from adlai (Coix lacryma-jobi L.) flour, Ela Rae G. Mangalindan

Molecular characterization of large subunit ribulose-1-5-bisphosphate carboxylase/oxygenase (rbcL) gene in three napier grass(Pennisetum purpureum Shumach.) genotypes, Veronica P. Mangune

Molecular cloning and characterization of ribulose-1,5-bisphoshate carboxylase/oxygenase large subunit (rbcL) gene from Pennisetum purpureum Schumach cultivar mott and Pennisetum purpureum Schumach hybrids (Florida and Malaysia), Micah Reichel D. Mannuad

Assessment of atterberg limits and levels of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium of landslide affected soils in New Bataan, Compostela Valley Province, Philippines, Nel Oliver B. Mateo

Research internship in Nestlé Philippines Inc.-Cabuyao factory and a study on the prebiotic potential of sago (metroxylon sagu rottb.) starch on the growth of lactic acid bacteria in yogurt, Paulina Bianca M. Mendiola

Microencapsulation of ß- carotene using complex coacervation with gum arabic and rice protein, Sherleen P. Mendoza

Screening and characterization of filtered genomic DNA library from sugarcane (Saccharum officinarun L.) var. VMC 86-550 using methylation-sensitive restriction enzyme, Mark Julius B. Mercado

Biological control potential of Vesicular-Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Root Inoculant (VAMRI) and associated growth enhancers against soil-borne pathogens in onion (Allium cepa L.), Prinz Neonicko B. Mojica

Genotype analysis of roundabout, axon guidance receptor, homolog 2 gene in Philippine native chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus L.), Josephine M. Montalbo

Production and management of grapes (Vitis vinifera) at Lomboy Farms in Bauang, La Union, Gladys S. Morado

Analysis of morphometric traits and mitochondrial cytochrome oxidase I (CO1) DNA sequence of eggplant fruit and shoot borer, leucinodes orbonalis guenee (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) in Laguna, Philippines, Joane Rachel C. Mosico

In Ovo supplementation of commercially available antioxidant and its effect on chorioallontoic membrane, embryonic growth and putative plasma vitellogenin of Philippine Mallard (Anas platyrynchos domesticus L.), John Sylvester B. Nas

Preparation of spray-dried defatted acid whey from Greek yoghurt, John Oliver C. Oloc-Oloc

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Landscape maintenance operations at the Clubhouse of the Orchard Golf and Country Club, Dasmariñas, Cavite, Dindy Deanne V. Orit

Supercooling of pure water and selected food products contained in 211x300" can size, Barbara Ann S. Pagaduan

Antioxidant activity and expression analysis of APX and CAT Genes in Solanum melongena L. grown under moisture stress conditions, Jessalyn M. Parco

Research internship on the application of microorganisms as biotechnological tool in food analysis, Darwin C. Park

Detection of goat DNA for species authentication of meat and meat products using goat-specific primers from mitochondrial cytochrome B gene, Mary Ranzelle A. Pasang

Factors affecting privatization of agricultural extension services in Pangil, Laguna, Rocel Antonnete M. Peñamora

Physicochemical and sensory properties of red and black-colored bignay [Antidesma bunius (L.) Spreng] jams and its mixture, Mico C. Perez

Evaluation of the effects of soaking times and temperatures on the physicochemical properties of alkaline-cooked rice (Oryza sativa L.), Jessica A. Pusod

Organic production and management of Japanese cucumber (Cucumis sativas L.) and other vegetables at Sanctuario Nature Farms in Indang, Cavite, Eduardo Paolo A. Ramos

Rooting of liberica and excelsa cuttings in different plant growth regulators and commercial organic rooting mix, Jerome P. Ramos

Determination of pathogenicity and analysis of genetic diversity of isolates of Mycosphaerella fijiensis Morelet, the causal organism of black sigatoka of banana, from Visayas, Jehu O. Raymundo

Effects of selected leaf extracts in germination and vigor of soybean seeds, Ralph Zeus J. Recio

Consumer acceptability of optimized pineapple (Ananas comosus L.) and carrot (Daucus carota L.) juice blend formulation, Rica Regine D. Regis

Prey preference of the coccinellid beetle larvae, Cheilomenes sexmaculatus (Fabricius) (Coleoptera: Coccinellidae) on corn planthopper, Peregrinus maidis (Ashmead) (Hemiptera: Delphacidae) and corn borer, Ostrinia furnacalis (Guenee) (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae), Pee-Jay A. Rejuso

Assessment of plant growth promoting properties of rice straw-based vermicomposts, Jose Robert N. Remillion

Food science and technology practicum at Coca-Cola FEMSA Philippines, Inc., Brgy. Pulong Sta. Cruz, Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Philippines, Larra Joanne J. Ricohermoso

Expression analysis of a mads-box gene, MalMADS2, involved in fruit ripening of banana (Musa acuminata Colla cv. Lakatan), John Michael L. Roxas

Microsatellite marker screening for heterozygosity in (Lagt X Wat) F1 and parent palms as genotype reference in genetic linkage mapping in coconut (Cocos nucifera L.), Kaileen May DV Saballo

Microbial quality, safety and marketability of fresh-cut fruits in selected supermarkets and wet markets in Los Baños and Calamba, Laguna, Mae Angellica B. Sabejon

The effect of alum wash on the microbiological quality and sensory attributes of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L. var. Diamante), Jonjon R. Salamanca

Optimization of PCR parameters towards the development of loop-mediated isothermal amplification (Lamp-PCR) in the detection of fumonisin corn (Zea mays L.) kernels, John Christopher G. Salazar

Growth response of Lanzones (Lansium domesticum Correa) seedlings to varying mixture of vermicompost and garden soil, Marvilor O. San Pedro

Landscape maintenance operations focusing on turf management at the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial in Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines, Leonie Marie G. Santos

Comparative analysis of the chemical properties, total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of leaves of lagikway (Abelmoschus manihot), alugbati (Basella alba), camote (Ipomoea batatas) tops and saluyot (Corchorus capsularis), Daryl Jean I. Sediño

Formulation optimization of ready-to-drink beverage from malunggay (Moringa oleifera Lam.), Richelle Joyce L. Sison

Phenotypic evaluation of BC1F2 population to improve resistance to downy mildew (Peronosclerospora philippinensis) in high protein maize cultivar, Arbert Em M. Sobrevinas

Documentation and assessment of three upland rice-based cropping patterns, Aira Jane R. Sombilla

Evaluation of the marketability, microbial quality, and safety of fresh-cut vegetable mixes from selected wet markets and supermarkets in Los Baños, Laguna, Imothes DG Sotiangco

Production and management of 'cavendish' banana (Musa acuminata AAA group) at Lapanday Foods Corporation, Mary Criselle C. Sotto

Development of instant chocolate red rice (Oryza punctata) porridge, Mariah Danielle F. Talha

Food science and technology practicum at Magnolia, Inc., Governor's Drive, Barangay San Francisco, General Trias, Cavite, Gianne Pauline R. Teaño

Research internship in the National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology and preliminary study on buffalo mozzarella cheese production using Biotech microbial rennet (Rhizopus chinensis), Ian Moses A. Tenorio

Physicochemical and functional properties of starch from Philippine canna (Canna indica L.) rhizomes, Aiza B. Umali

Potential of insect powder as food protein source, Kristine Marie H. Valenzuela

Intensified impact of agricultural extension services in corn production through technology videos in Barangay Carmen and Barangay Hukay, Silang, Cavite, Glian Pearl B. Vicente

Biological control of banana anthracnose using fungal endophytes isolated from native plants of Mt. Makiling, Jerrimae A. Vicente

Optimization of tissue culture medium for in vitro bulbing of garlic (Allium sativum L.), Ken Guiller A. Vicente

Development of beer-like beverage from adlai (Coix lachryma-jobi L.), Aregsh Syrille Z. Yumul

Comparative life table analysis of coconut scale insect, (Aspidiotus destructor Signoret) (Hemiptera: Diaspididae) in two different host plants, banana (Musa acuminata x balbisiana Colla) and coconut (Cocos nucifera Linnaeus), Pia Carmela T. Zalazar

Theses/Dissertations from 2015

In-vitro callus formation in leaf and petiole sections of ashitaba (Angelica keiskei Koidz.) and enhancement of total phenols in callus cultures in response to UV-B radiation, Matt Ezekiel S. Abella

Research internship on the comparative duodenal bacterial diversity and growth performance of broilers fed diets supplemented with antibiotic growth promoters and Bacillus subtilis, Elsie Erika Cruz Abes,

Effects of Moringa oleifera leaf meal on plasma ghrelin and insulin-like growth factor-1 of landrace x large white crossbred gilts, Izza Rona R. Abina

Different drying techniques of Malunggay (Moringa oleifera L.) flower for tea application, Annuelle B. Ablaza

Effect of freezing and thawing methods on the amount of thaw exudate of pork (Sus scrofus) meat, Iris Joy Villanueva Abrigo

Optimization of canned carrot (Daucus carota L.) juice processing, Camille Gabrielle M. Acero

Assessment of cadmium in commercial feeds, meat, blood, liver and faeces from backyard pigs (Sus scrofa) of Nagcarlan, Laguna, Dirk Myron F. Adel

The reproductive potential and seed longevity of Coccinia grandis (L.) Voight, Aaron Paul A. Aguas

Preferred extension information sources by farmers and their implications to the practice of agricultural extension, Ana Marie B. Albiad

Response of mixed cymbidium mosaic potexvirus (CymMV) and odontoglossum ringspot tobamovirus (ORSV) on salicylic acid treated mokara protocorms in-vitro and their transmission and movement in cultivated dendrobium UH hybrid, Charmaine G. Alcachupas

Food science and technology practicum at Southern Processing Corporation Lucena City, Quezon, Ara Antonette Tomines Alfuen

Development of potential alcoholic beverage from adlai (Coix lachryma-jobi L.) grains, Bartimeus Buiene S. Alvaran

Food science and technology practicum at Coca-Cola FEMSA Philippines Inc., Brgy Pulong Sta. Cruz, Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Keiane B. Ambos

Pathogenicity and cytological examination of adapted and non-adapted Bipolaris species on resistant and susceptible cultivars of rice and corn, Dyanah Joy Hernandez Amorio

Major farm practice in dairy production at Real Fresh Dairy Farms, Incorporated, Bay, Laguna, Mary Joy C. Andal

Food science and technology practicum at Regional Standards and Testing Laboratory, Department of Science and Technology Region IV-A, Jamboree Road, Timugan, Los Baños, Laguna, Cecilia Andrea I. Anlacan

Tensile strength and microscopy analysis of abaca (Musa textilis Nee) fibers from bunchy top virus resistant and susceptible varieties, Zeth B. Antaran

Food science and technology practicum at Hacienda Macalauan, Incorporated, Calauan, Laguna, Avegail De Jesus Apor

Development of molecular markers tagging resistance genes for abaca bunchy top virus and fiber quality in abaca (Musa textilis Nee), Ralph Quizon Aragon

Food science and technology practicum at CDO Foodsphere, Inc., Barangay Bulihan, Malvar, Batangas, Leydinila I. Aranda

Food science and technology practicum at Edward Keller (Philippines) Inc., Carmelray Industrial Park I, Canlubang, Calamba City, Laguna, Janica Moje Arenas

Isolation and partial characterization of an amylolytic lactic acid bacterium (ALAB) from Balao-Balao (Fermented rice-shrimp mixture), Pritz Beatriz Cruz Aromin

Performance of variety mixtures in transplanted rice (Oryza sativa L.), Jedi Diah Buaya Asir