The University of the Philippines Visayas (UPV) and the Philippine Society for Freshwater Science (PSFS) officially signed a Memorandum of Agreement for the hosting of the 5th Philippine Symposium on Freshwater Biodiversity and Ecosystems, in conjunction with the 6th International Conference on Tropical Limnology, carrying the theme “Freshwater Future at Risk: Sustaining Biodiversity and Small-Scale Fisheries Amidst Global Water Scarcity.”

The ceremonial signing gathered key officials and representatives from UPV and PSFS. This collaboration will bring together scientists, researchers, students, and stakeholders in advancing freshwater research, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable fisheries.

The MOA signing was attended by. Dr. Clement Camposano (Chancellor, UPV), Dr. Rodelio Subade (Dean, Graduate School), Dr. Mark Calabon (UPV PSFBE Committee Chair, Division of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences), Dr. Eric Zeus Rizo(UPV PSFBE Committee Co-Chair, Division of Biological Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences), with PSFS officers Dr. Rey Donne S. Papa (President), Dr. Milette Pascual (Vice President), Ms. Jhaydee Ann Pascual (Treasurer), and Dr. Erica Silk Dela Paz (Recording Secretary).

The collaboration will strengthen UPV’s commitment to addressing pressing freshwater challenges and shaping a more sustainable future for our aquatic ecosystems.

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