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Perspectives towards schooling opportunities of a most at-risk population of Iloilo City
(Central Philippine University, 2013-06)
This study investigated several demographic features of a Most At-Risk Population (MARP) of Iloilo City, specifically, Commercial Sex Workers (CSWS). It also investigated their residency status, vocational training history ...
A baseline survey of barangays covered by the Bulabog Puti-an National Park
(Central Philippine University, 2011-12)
This study was conducted to determine the present needs and problems of the nine barangays of the municipalities of Dingle and San Enrique which are covered by the Bulabog Puti-an National Park and to establish baseline ...
Ilonggo perceptions on the extent of patronage practices and their attitudes toward intra-familial succession in Iloilo
(Central Philippine University, 2016-12)
The study examined politics in Iloilo by looking into Ilonggo voters’ perceptions of patronage practices of local politicians, and how these conditions influence their attitude towards dynastic politics or intra-familial ...
Heavy metals in sea salt, seawater source, and iodized salt locally found in Iloilo, Philippines
(Central Philippine University, 2016-12)
Eating food contaminated with heavy metals could lead to poisoning, long-term health problem, and even death. One common substance needed for food preparation is salt. Salt can be mined as rock salt or harvested in the sea ...
Identification and collection of indigenous medicinal plants in Barangay Agsalanan, Dingle, Province of Iloilo
(Central Philippine University, 2007-10)
This botanical survey was carried out to classify and identify the indigenous medicinal plants that thrive in Barangay Agsalanan, Dingle, Iloilo and assess their medicinal uses and conservation status, frequency and percentage were the only statistics used in the study. Results showed that 155 plant species are under the 137 genera and 61 families of which 31.61 %, 34.19%, 21.29%, 7.09%, 3.23%, 1.94%, and 0.65% were trees, herbs, shrubs, vines/climbers, grasses, palms, and a sedge, respectively. A relatively higher number of medicinal species belong to Euphorbiaceae, Fabaceae, Asteraceae, Solanaceae, Lamiacea, Poaceae and Verbenaceae families. The medicinal uses range from treatment of a simple skin irritation to a deadly tumor and human cancer. Those reported to have anti-cancer property include, among others, Kalauag (Curcuma longa Linn.), Tsaang gubat (Carmona retusa (Vohl.) Masam), Bamban (Donax cannaeformis (Forst, f.) K. Schum), Rosas de Baybayon (Catharanthus roseus L.), Pandakaki (Tabernaemontana pandacaqui Poir), Lomboy (Syzygium cuminii (L.) Skeels), Bulubito-on (Barringtonia asiatica (Linn.) Kurz.), and Niyog (Cocos nucifera L.). At least 59 (38.06 %) were found to be endangered, threatened, depleted, or vulnerable plant species. Meanwhile, 83 (53.55%) plant species have been assessed as abundant and 13 (8.39 %) were indeterminate in terms of conservation status....
Nitrite content of processed meat purchased in public markets and grocery stores around Iloilo City
(Central Philippine University, 2019-12)
Nitrates and nitrites are used as preservatives, affects flavor and develop cured meat color. Too much nitrite from meat could produce nitrosamines which are related to spontaneous intrauterine growth restriction, abortions, ...
Macrofloral diversity of Bulabog-Putian Natural Park, Dingle, Iloilo, Philippines
(Silliman University, 2010-01)
Macrofloral species richness, relative density, relative abundance and diversity index of the protected forest and riverine ecosystems of Bulabog-Putian Natural Park, Dingle, Iloilo, Philippines were determined employing the modified quadrat method. There were 68 families, 170 genera, and 218 plant species listed in the entire study area of 0.16 hectare. The riverine ecosystem had a higher species richness (S=137) compared with the protected forest ecosystem (S=126). The top three major families observed in the protected forest ecosystem were Euphorbiaceae, Moraceae, and Annonaceae families and for the riverine ecosystem they were the Moraceae, Poaceae, Euphorbiaceae and Papilionaceae families. Plant genera that belong to the families Euphorbiaceae and Annonaceae dominated the protected forest ecosystem and the plant genera belonging to families Poaceae and Cyperaceae dominated the riverine ecosystem.
Relative abundance in the herb-dominated riverine ecosystem forest ecosystem with values of 43,466 and 7,007 individuals, respectively. Computed diversity index was higher in the riverine ecosystem (H’=3.30) than the protected forest ecosystem (H’=2.69), both categorized as areas of moderate level of species diversity. In the entire study area, 28 (12.84%) plant species are known to have threatened conservation status; three of these are critically endangered, namely kamagong (Diospyros philippensis Desr.) Gurke), prickly narra (Pterocarpus indicus Willd. forma Echinatus), and red lauan (Shorea negrosensis Foxw.). Endemic plant species were inventoried that need to be conserved and protected.
This study provides comprehensive baseline information on the macrofloral diversity of Bulabog-Putian Natural Park. Data gathered from this study will enhance knowledge on biodiversity for the local or national government to implement strong conservation and protection programs for the endemic and indigenous plant species in their natural habitat and to prevent biodiversity loss that may be aggravated by climate change....
Socio-demographic factors affecting attitude towards office gastrodiplomacy among local government employees
(Silliman University, 2021-01)
The meaning of food is redefined. Human development witnessed the politicization of food and how key messages were relayed through the food we share or what we simply call ”gastrodiplomacy.” This study was conducted to ...
Hydrological characteristics assessment of Jalaur River system and its bottom sediments, Province of Iloilo, Panay Island
(Silliman University, 2010-01)
Rivers are important to civilization because river water can be diverted for agricultural irrigation, industry, hygiene, and related uses. Most rivers have varied hydrological characteristics like water depth, flow rate ...
Physico-chemical assessment of the Jalaur River system, Iloilo, Philippines
(Silliman University, 2010-01)
The Jalaur River System was studied for the quality of its water because water quality is a significant and powerful determinant of the health of aquatic ecosystems. This study aimed at investigating the physico-chemical parameters, nutrient load, heavy metal concentrations and pesticide residues of the Jalaur River system. One of the purposes of this study was to develop a database on the seasonal changes in these river characteristics.
Quantitative samples of water, sediments, algae and fish were collected and analyzed during the rainy season (July-September 2009) and the dry season (January-March 2010) from five sampling stations representing upstream, midstream and downstream sections of the 123-kilometer long river. Based on the water quality standard and water classification adopted by the DENR, the Jalaur River stretch can be classified as class C and D. Class C water is for propagation and growth of aquatic resources while class D water is for agriculture, irrigation, livestock watering, and industrial cooling and processing.
The detected levels of metal contamination, mainly Cr, and Pb, in sediments of Jalaur River were found to exceed the geochemical background or threshold levels. Lead and chromium were also detected in filamentous algae (lumot), Azolla, and tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) sampled at Moroboro sampling site. No organochlorines, organophosphates, carbamates, and pyrethroids pesticides were detected at the detection limit of the analyses for both water and sediment samples.
The deterioration in the physico-chemical quality and rise in the nutrient levels observed in this study is alarming, and periodic monitoring and preventive measures are required to save the aquatic system of eutrophication. Heavy metal contamination of bottom sediments, algae and fish samples is also a cause for alarm because these heavy metals pose threats to human health. The finidngs have important implications for the development of effective water management strategies and as guide to remediation of efforts for the Jalaur River system....