Theses/Dissertations from 2026
Evaluation of the antioxidant potential and HT-29 cytotoxicity of crude ethanolic peel extract from locally-grown pomelo (Citrus maxima), Janelle Kathryn Ruiz Cruz and Gayle Maxine Cruz Dumalaog
Pamana sa hapag-kultura: A qualitative study of bacoleños’ perceptions towards manokan country’s chicken inasal stalls modernization, Allyssa Maye S. Estrella, Micah Angela E. Lazatin, and Zailley Chanel S. Mayor
Structure-based virtual screening of Philippine natural products to discover novel inhibitors against mycobacterium leprae MurE ligase, Vivien B. Hsiao and Justine Beatriz C. Sablan
Theses/Dissertations from 2025
Identifying factors associated with bullying victimization among Filipino students using interpretable machine learning methods, Jason Angelo Borromeo Abay and Ara Lyana Enriquez Comia
A child-perspective film on desaparecidos narratives, Kamea G. Abenes, Allyson Ashleigh T. Calvelo, and Pia Angelica B. Grande
On the effects of edge contraction and edge addition on some graph parameters, Renz Wendell C. Abiño and John Daniel S. Detablan
Chaching! The financial well-being of graduating public university students in Metro Manila, Sophia Anne G. Ador, Mariah Angeline L. Infante, and Alexis Rem P. Marasigan
The impact of microplastics on the gills, cardiac muscle, and epaxial muscle histology of oreochromis niloticus (Nile tilapia), Hans Llana Agdamag, Loreanne Parreño Plaza, Miguel Saballegue Rimando, and Trisha Mendoza Rivera
Traditional medicine practices and allergic reactions in selected areas of the Philippines: A survey of folk remedies and their effects on allergies, Job Cylyssy G. Agnis, Theresa Angelie N. Balatero, Lordy Shekainah S. Mendoza, and Sophia Nicole S. Romero
First report on sonication-assisted decellularization of chicken gizzard lining as a potential biomaterial for tissue engineering applications, Shane Margauxh B. Alabastro, Antonia Olivia M. Guanzon, Ramon Michael A. Kuan, Alexa Ysabel D. Liwag, and Hannah Fame G. Palcuto
An allocation analysis of regional carbon emissions reduction responsibility of the Philippine power industry: An application of cooperative game theory, John Rolan Dela Cruz Alarcon
Leaf disease of dracaena trifasciata (Prain) Mabb. caused by lasiodiplodia theobromae (Pat.) Griffon & Maubl. and fungal growth inhibition by three common household disinfectants, Maria Margarita R. Alberca, Teresa M. Cuenca, Gabrielle O. Morta, Yvonne Faye Ocaña, and Yuri Lorenzo D. Peneyra
Reclaiming the womb: Towards an Irigarayan direction of the monstrous womb in pregnancy horror films, Cristina Louise B. Aldecoa
A preliminary plant diversity assessment and ethnobotanical survey in post-lahar landscapes of La Salle Botanical Gardens, Porac, Pampanga, Jeroen Margaret G. Alejo and Leah Alessandra D. Zamora
Regional and varietal traceability of arabica (C. arabica) and robusta (C. canephora) Philippine green coffee beans using x-ray fluorescence spectroscopy based elemental profiling with machine learning, Anna Regina Arcelo Alemania and Enrique Manuel Kong Aranton
Comparative analysis of the incidence and potential risk factors for soil-transmitted helminth infections among pregnant women from the outpatient department of the Dr. Jose Fabella Memorial Hospital in Santa Cruz, Manila, Keisha Therese C. Allenby, Anton Gerard D. Cacanando, Alyssa Pauline C. Esmabe, and Phoebe Lauren Marie G. Morando
A constructivist analysis of security cooperation: A case study of the Philippines’ security partnership with Canada, France, and the United Kingdom in the West Philippine Sea, Martha Elyse C. Ang, Monina Claire V. Luzon, Tiffany Samantha B. Mendoza, and Jillian Chloe A. Villena
Spatial analysis of acute respiratory infection incidence and their socioeconomic determinants: The case of Region IV-A in 2024, Nathan Jeremy Villaruel Ang, Ivy Katrina Kalaw Malañgen, and Rhea Trisha Ocampo Santos
From colony to closet: How Spanish culture shapes Filipino gen Z’s preference for Spanish fast fashion, David Zildjian Tagaban Aquisap, Margaux Yvette Avisado Bataclan, Bernalyn Mae Atienza Guzman, Shania Dominique Peña Jose, and Fave Ashley Gwaine Dator Victorino
#AdoptDontShop: Exploring the use of framing processes for non-profit animal shelters in advocating for animal welfare, Celine Gabrielle B. Aragon, Patricia Anne R. Gatdula, and Louis Emilio S. Ilustre
Screening the effects of moringa oleifera lam. (Malunggay) powdered leaves on the embryonic development of gallus gallus domesticus (Chicken), Jaden Keona L. Arcales, Czarinne J. Colobong, Janelle Ryla C. Mariano, and Michelle T. Sy
Detection of ectoparasites in fermented tilapia (Oreochromis spp.), Jose Mari D. Arnaldo, Ma. Renagi Lae M. Evangelista, and Rynnah Dianne M. Martin
Japanese threat perception: A comparative analysis of Japan’s responses to the Kuril Islands/Northern territories and the Senkaku/Diaoyu territorial disputes, Toshiki M. Asaba, Danilo Ramon Y. Fernandez Jr., Rono P. Salapunen, and Vicente P. Zamora III
Determinants of the commitment to becoming child-free among Gen Z in the Philippines, Naomi Andrea Ducao Bacolod and Miguel Angelo Mesina Dealo
Disaster-related behavior and disaster resilience among persons with disability in Pasig City, Philippines, Ranelle Margarette R. Bagnas, Erika Mae S. Emasa, and Isadelle Jean E. Topacio
Mechanochemical synthesis and characterization of TpPa-1 covalent organic framework for a potential quercetin drug delivery system, Bethena Clarisse M. Balanon and Kristina Marie B. Tongol
Beta testing an educative experience with artificial intelligence: Immaturity and growth in a Deweyan view, Sophia Ysabelle Creselda Bunol Baldonado
Screening the effects of camellia sinensis (L.) kuntze (Tea plant) matcha on the embryonic development of the chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus L.), Anjina Enrile Bania, Jerard Terence Salas, and Francine Deine Landicho
Knowledge review and isolation of fungi associated with necrotic leaf spot in vanilla spp., Yvon Arabella M. Basaca, Andrea Louisse A. Blancaflor, and Caryl Erika V. Garcia
Decellularization of porcine skin for the isolation of extracellular matrix (ECM) for tissue engineering applications, Mary Jenwil S. Basila
Krayola ni Jhaypee, Chynna Audrey Basillaje, Zeah Althea S. Catubig, and Keanna Nicolei R. Encarnacion
First report of the apoptotic-inducing properties of alpinia elegans (C.presl) K.Schum (Tagbak) leaves and pseudostems on an HT-29 colorectal cancer cell line, Yannikka D. Bata and Jeremiah S. Urbi
A preliminary checklist of macrofungi species in Barangay Adams, Municipality of Adams, Ilocos Norte, Remuel Sulpicius T. Batilaran, Chrystelle Andrea P. Lee, Samuel Christian M. Mamuric, Lisel Anngeline R. Reyes, and Jewelry R. Roxas
Ang Kapatiran sa Pananaw ng mga Kasapi ng Apricot at Tangerine, Johanna Eliza Buenaventura Batoon
Prevalence of toxocara spp. in canines and felines from CARA welfare Philippines in Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, Lance Miguel C. Bautista, Gwen Stephanie C. Ibaviosa, and Kate Sandra Y. Morante
The sensation of a scale-breaking superstar: A short film, Leah Jemimah L. Baylon, Marie Antoinette Johanna M. Salamanca, and Ma. Rowena Lorrence A. Lising
Bioefficacy of three allium species against lasiodiplodia theobromae and colletotrichum asianum and their impact on symptom development in mango (Mangifera indica L.), Roy Victor Angelo B. Belarmino, Vincent A. Chuabio, Jilian Casandra D. Lamberto, and Jayron Louise Y. Tajonera
Reimagining soft power: Exploring scholar agency in UK’s Chevening and Germany’s DAAD Scholarship narratives, Jewel Irish S. Belascuain, Kassandra M. Isaw, Julleanna R. Renton, and John Rei P. Salanga
The populist manifesto: A comparative analysis of populist securitization in the United States, Germany, Ecuador, and Japan, Ma. Alyssa Catricia Marundan Belizon, Daniela Ricci Aytin Cruz, Shaun Ian James Montano Evans, and Jose Joaquin Cano Serrano
Screening for the influence of agaricus bisporus (White button mushroom) on anas platyrhynchos domesticus L. (Philippine mallard duck) angiogenesis and embryonic development, Claire Danielle D. Bendaña, Maria Celina L. Imperio, Kristanna M. Navarro, and Sarrah Samantha A. San Diego
In silico analysis of LL-37 mediated disaggregation and inhibition mechanisms of alzheimer's amyloid-beta 42 oligomers, Althea Francine A. Bendanillo and Stephanie Isabelle M. Talania
Factors affecting complete immunization among children aged 12–23 months in the Philippine regions from 2003 to 2022: A panel data analysis, Qen Patrick C. Benedicto and Dominic R. Navarro
Screening the effects of calamansi (x Citrofortunella microcarpa (Bunge) Wijnands) peel extract on angiogenesis in duck embryo (Anas platyrhynchos domesticus), Bever Lee R. Benito, Gabrielle Aine Kayla B. Calaguian, and Airah Marie Aldea Y. Valencia
Functional genomic insights into the recently resurrected Noah’s giant clam tridacna noae röding, 1798 (Cardiidae: Tridacninae): Key genes for immunity and environmental adaptation an in silico study, Mariana Francesca C. Berjamin and Justine Claire C. Ramos
Potential antifungal property ehretia microphylla (Tsaang gubat) crude leaf extract against candida tropicalis, Risha Caitlin Villanueva Bongabong, Ralph Edmund Villegas Austria, and John Paolo Belen Pallanan
Pagsibol, Kiyana L. Bongat and Miguel Gabrielle E. Valentino
Understanding compulsive buying and life satisfaction in the context of music consumption goals among Filipino college students in Metro Manila, Tatiana Marie Antoinette Bongcaras, Jose Nicolas De Leon Gonzalez, and Aizhel Cayanan Suson
A comparative study between tobacco and electronic cigarettes as snoring stimulants of undergraduate students at De La Salle University Manila, Riza Joy Nesta Cabig, Kirsten Pauline Celis Quigaman, and Julianne Allison Delos Santos Vecino
MicroRNA 21 (miR-21) expression in non-small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC) among Filipinos, Ezekiel John N. Calderon and James V. Aban
The moderating role of sleep hygiene on eco-anxiety and academic performance of college students, Exequiel Jacob D. Callanta, Karyl Nicole K. Chua, and David Sean Y. To
Fetomaternal outcomes among cesarean section parturients administered with norepinephrine vs. phenylephrine for post-spinal anesthesia hypotension: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Alyssa Camba and Rishi Denice S. Ganadin
Water quality and plankton richness and abundance in tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus L.) aquaculture sites in Lake Taal from selected municipalities in Batangas, Christine Maica Celebrado Cañeso, Resty De Guzman Sotelo, Annie Mae Ganzon Ong, and Sabrina Joan Lopez Ong
Living with PCOS: Awareness, attitudes, prevention, and fertility intentions of professional Filipinas, Erine Raeane B. Carreon
One voice for all: Enhancing non-profit engagement for VocAlliance through a multi-dimensional communication strategy, Charles Gabriel Fernandez Carvajal and Don Bernard Joseph Porciuncula Josef
Describing the importance of seagrass habitat to the associated fisheries in Kay Reyna, Lian, Batangas, Philippines, Yu Lin A. Chuang, Franchelle S. Gutierrez, and Jea L. Matondo
Systematic review and evaluation of the gastrointestinal viability of lactobacillus casei strain shirota (LcS) from probiotic fermented milk drink, Alessandra Miles E. Clemente, Sacquia Aieomi P. Ciceron, Cyla Mae L. Manongtong, and Levi John G. Villalobos
In vitro & in vivo: Antioxidant activity and toxicity assessment of tinospora crispa (makabuhay) using danio rerio (zebrafish), Evonne Reine C. Co, Nicole A. Hosogai, and Enrique Marvi I. Tan
Antimicrobial susceptibility screeinng of enterobacteriaceae species in stool samples from selected chicken farms in Sumandig, San Ildefonso, Bulacan, Kyle Samuel D. Consorte, Gaudi Paul S. David, Ysabel Francesca T. Maranan, Carmela Julianne Z. Sandique, and Adam Lee John M. Sison
Monsoonal variation in the community structure of selected seagrass meadows in Talim Bay, Lian, Batangas, Juan Gilbert Gawayn Alabado Coronel, Jeanne Faith Viduya Gianan, Kyle Ochinang Nufuar, and Chaya Christensen Agoncillio Ridulme
A cross-sectional study on the association of tobacco and electronic cigarette use with appetite patterns and suppression among undergraduate students in the university belt, Metro Manila, Angelo Miguel D.C. Corpuz and Nicola Vener S.J. Fernandez
The impact of hook-up culture on relationship and intimacy expectations among generation Z individuals residing in Metro Manila, Joshua G. Cote, Stephanie Aurora U. Kohn, and Isabel Maree N. Gibson
On the planarity of paths, cycles, and wheels under some graph operations, Patricia Anh Sanchez Dalangin and Gert Daniel Lacson Friborg
Potential role of gut microbiota diversity in insecticide resistance of field-collected and laboratory-reared nephotettix virescens distant (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae), Albert A. Dalit, Pamela Jasmin P. Oblepias, Chezca Mae G. Padual, and Miah Angelene G. Sarzate
Prevalence of foodborne parasites in various vegetables from selected Quezon City markets, Hannah Christiana D. De Jesus, Nicole Bernice S. Gandia, Queenie Angelique T. Aguinaldo, and Paul Andrenn G. Borbe
Influence of host BMI and socioeconomic status on the effectiveness of mass deworming interventions for controlling soil-transmitted helminth infections in children, Jodelyn M. Deligos, Jose Gabriel E. Guzman, and Juel Justin F. Lastimosa
Isolation and identification of culturable bacteria from the gut of brackish water-reared milkfish (Chanos chanos) and their surrounding environment, Megan L. Del Rosario, Andrienne H. Diwa, and Carlos B. Perez
Prevalence and awareness of yeast infection in type two diabetes mellitus outpatients in San Pedro, Laguna based on urinalysis and survey results, Wilfred Eliesson Lim Del Rosario, Precious Jem Carungay Mataban, Josephine Precious Santos Valdez, and Christien Denise Caingat Cenizal
Cradle: A short film, Kyla Louiza B. Diamante, Clarisse Marian C. Pascual, and Ghufran N. Qarouti
The paradox of convenience: Absenteeism in a work-from-home arrangement, Merry Joy D. Dimapilis, Mariel Joy Ablan Amador, and Maren Teresita Insua Tria
Dynamics and structural shifts in Philippine outbound tourism expenditure and employment (2000-2023): Vector autoregression and change-point analyses before and during the pandemic, Manuel Javier Verceles Dizon
Tuklas, Laura Philizia Ysabel B. Doble, Samantha G. Espinas, and Jeighn Emogen Mendoza
Museo: A feature-length screenplay, Maureen Alexandra Dungan, Miracle Joyce C. Geronimo, and Mary Jennycis C. Tinio
Negotiation strategies of Filipino-American healthcare advocacy organizations: A study on influencing the legislative process for the medical portability bill, Angelo Gabriel D. Espino
How adult children perceive and make sense of their parents' parenting practices and its influence on work ethic, Caitlin Jovenne Aranas Fabul, Lalaine Danne Launico, and Martina Denise Bueser Mista
An exploration of the influence of identity formation on sexual minority student leadership experiences, Alexi Isabel T. Fernandez, Angeline V. Agcaoili, and Precious Lois Angelica J. Layas
Isolation and identification of culturable lactic acid bacteria from gut microbiota of cultured milkfish (Chanos chanos) in brackish water, Charles Albert G. Figueroa, Ma. Janina D. Hizon, and Danielle Kate L. Malandac
Shaping the future at home: The role & long-term impact of transnational family migration in youth career aspirations in CALABARZON, Cedlin Rose T. Fullado and Kaye M. Matibag
Assessment of the Quorum-Sensing interference of ficus septica “hauili” in a clinical isolate of extended-spectrum B-lactamase-producing Escherichia coli, Christian VJ B. Gamil, Tara Francesca A. Ramirez, and Maxine U. Rebanal
Passion.proj: A research study on emotional investment in video games through projective identities, Bernard Louis B. Garcia, Antonio R. Baes, and Abrick L. Pigason
Sensemaking in sustainability advocacy: A communication manual for Sabi Skin, Jose Emmanuel H. Gayoso and Beatrix Ann Aya Dalisay
Initially positive sign patterns, Denise Mae D. Go
Filipino tayo: The perceptions of Metro Manila professionals on Philippine language preservation, Khurt Hehgel t. Go and Christian Miguel v. Quilitis
Enhanced degradation of trimethoprim by VUV/Fe2+/Percarbonate: Optimization by response surface methodology, Lynette Y. Go and Sophie Anne D. Freires
Exploring the inclusion of women esports athletes in Philippine esports organizations, Jenathan Kylhe Gonzaga Gregorio and Csharyz Kate De Castro Castro
UNESCO safeguarding and indigenous dance: Effects on Japan’s Ainu tribe in Hokkaido and the applicability to the Philippines’ ubo community in Lake Sebu, South Cotabato, Kailah Franchesca C. Gulla
Prosocial behaviors and career aspirations of employed persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Metro Manila, Bea Leana Santos Hernandez, Ma. Luicelle Bartolome Cabrera, and Elayza Jhun Porras Vergara
For the frill of it: Philippine Lolita fashion as a unique form of self-identity, community, and empowerment, Alyzza May Palabay Horii, Mary Chloe Manalang Lacsamana, and Aaron Albert Borja Parjan
Navigating fear of missing out (FoMO) in relation to career aspirations among private university students in Metro Manila, Sheyaenne Wyomie Abulencia Ilar, Sofia Angeline Clemente Mendoza, and Elijah John Ulanday Santarina
Multi elemental analysis and risk assessment of E-cigarette vapor using inductively coupled plasma mass spectroscopy, Lorenzo Gabriel N. Janairo and Ysabelle Aliya C. Pesigan
Investigation of thermotropic interactions between model membranes and gasdermin A3 transmembrane peptides using differential scanning calorimetry, Maxinne Anjela M. Jimenez and Marian Regina B. Taran
Gacha: A case of gamebling, Patrick James Chua Lagamayo
Monitoring environmental quality across selected sites within Metro Clark sanitary landfill, Capas, Tarlac, Jannah Cariyna Ramos Lantud, Joan Frances Gabriel Alejandro, and Paula Gabrielle Angelique Cochico Reyes
Comfort in uncertainty: An existential view on bahala na, Jose Miguel Tarranco Lapasaran
The impact of academic stress on gastrointestinal health in DLSU COS students: A cross-sectional analysis, Felize Angeline M. Laranang and Roice Eeve B. Quito
Young’s non-ideal theory & Philippine agrarian justice: A critical approach to pursuing genuine agrarian justice, Iesha Reign Angela O. Lim
Transitional justice in the Philippines: A murphyean analysis of the PCHR, Luke Gerard D. Magsaysay
Harnessing microbial potential: The role of micrococcus luteus and proteus vulgaris in high-density polyethylene degradation, Charity Marie Depatillo Malhabour and Denise Carol Bernas Lunar
Demand-based timetabling for a rapid rail transit line in the Philippines using integer linear programming, Carl Joshua C. Mamuri and Kristine Grace P. Palomares
Hope behind bars: A multimedia video, Margarette A. Mangabat, Jasmine B. Macapagal, and Kyle Shaine A. Mauricio
In silico analysis to identify and evaluate protein antigens from taenia solium and taenia saginata as a potential vaccine candidate against taenia infection, Elianna Maria B. Manuel, Jabrielle Dawn L. Carlos, and Eidan Matthew V. Gammad
