106: [Scientific Research] Bakit Ang Hirap Maging Scientific Researcher Sa Pilipinas? (with Dr. Pia Bagamasbad)

Dr. Pia Bagamasbad is an Associate Professor and the Director of the National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (NIMBB) in UP Diliman. Her research work aims to understand the molecular basis of hormone action in the context of neuronal development and hormone-related cancer such as breast and prostate cancer. In 2019, Dr. Bagamasbad was given the distinction of Outstanding Young Scientist by the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), and in 2022, she was named one of The Outstanding Women in the Nation’s Service (TOWNS). We talked about the areas of everyday life connected to molecular endocrinology, her research on hormone-related cancer, her team’s unique role in the Philippines’ pandemic response, the three biggest problems that make research in the Philippines difficult, mentoring the next generation of Pinoy scientists, and more. How to contact Dr. Pia: Email: [email protected]

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