Theses/Dissertations from 2026
Identification and occurrence of ectoparasites among cats brought in for neutering in Las Piñas City, Pasay City, and Quezon City, Iza Clare Polvorosa Mira, Lian Patrice Castor Barayang, Romell Elijah Santos Cruz, Nathan Joshua Abrantes Dimayuga, and Ethan Gareth Plamenco Swa
Theses/Dissertations from 2025
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
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
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
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
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
Evaluation of the yield performance of the Philippine coconut as impacted by climatological factors, Ma. Alessandra Q. Balba, Diego Luis T. Palanca, and Yannis L. Valdez
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
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
Evaluation of leaf extracts from selected Philippine plants against Colletotrichum scovillei Damm, P.F. Cannon & Crous, the causal agent of anthracnose in pepper (Capsicum annuum L.), Hyra Kaye C. Bautista, Emmanuel Ian M. De Guzman, Princess Dhinalene R. Rivera, and Izza Francheska J. Yap
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
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
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
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
Antibiotic susceptibility of presumptive aeromonas spp. and vibrio spp. isolated from nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) in a wet market in the City of Manila, Ednanie Mae M. Bulahan, Aizell G. Cabotage, and Asha Marie Cecily L. Co
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
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
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
A comparative assessment of the level of contamination and type of microplastic found in different vegetative mangrove parts in Sitio Kay Reyna, Barangay Lumaniag, Lian, Batangas, Nicole Jessica M. Delos Santos, Joseph Vance T. Ong, Lorainne Ashley C. Santos, and Danna Angela G. Viray
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
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
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
Re-evaluation of the behavioral activity of the sex pheromone of the sweetpotato weevil [Cylas formicarius (Fabricius)], Colleen Weena Grace T. Guillermo, Aleah Lorraine A. Justo, and Aleesa Maxyn S. Navarro
Probiotic-enhanced low-density polyethylene (LDPE) degradation by Tenebrio molitor larvae, Sophia C. Karmacharya and Eimeverlee A. Canimo
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
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
Conservation assessment and predictive species distribution modeling of Philippine Aquilaria Lam. (Thymelaeaceae) based on herbarium specimens, Sophia Marianne P. Laroco, Dion Danielle G. Lacanilao, Sami T. Mozayek, and Genella Alessandra A. Roallos
Cytotoxic and genotoxic studies of crude extract from the leaves of the Carmona retusa (Vahl) Masam. on HT-29 colorectal cancer cell line, Grace A. Lim, Jaimee Elaine T. Ng, and Carlos Florentino B. Florez
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
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
A systematic review on Porphyromonas spp. as non-invasive biomarkers for early detection of liver cancer, Katrina Beatrisse B. Martelino, Raymond Joshua H. Mercado, and Mikaela Angela M. Paderna
Investigating Candida albicans mutational patterns across diverse geographical origins, Abigail P. Mendoza Ms. and Lance Elizabeth V. Magat Ms.
Characterizing and exploring the occurrence of sudden unexplained nocturnal death syndrome ("Bangungut"): A systematic review, Raphael Luis D. Menes
Co-culturing microalgae chlorella vulgaris with plant-growth-promoting bacteria: Effects on biomass yield and biochemical composition, John Paul S. Mercado, Diana Christiana S. Teddy, and Sofia Ysabelle S. Ferreros
Identification and virulence assessment of gram-negative bacteria from wastewater in De La Salle University-Manila, Maria Kristine B. Montecillo, Prince Peter Ashley P. Punzalan, John Philip A. Senato, and Moira Justine R. Velina
Flora biodiversity assessment of Mt. Marami, Maragondon, Cavite, Francis Paul J. Nicdao, Arissa V. Kawamura, Dwaine Ira K. Larano, and Rhxel Storm I. Dela Rosa
A bibliometric analysis of microbial source tracking from Southeast Asia: Insights and trends from Scopus database (2013-2024), Ma. Elisha T. Nicdao
Preliminary checklist and taxonomic keys of the chalcidid wasps (Hymenoptera: Chalcididae) of De La Salle University - Laguna Campus, Donna Ysabelle D. Nidea, Lance C. Basan, Kristen Antoinette G. de Leon, and Karll Jayric S. Yambao
Influence of temperature on porcine skin decellularization using osmotic cycling for tissue engineering applications, Robert Andre P. Nullas, Alynna Marie R. Asuncion, and Krisha S. Buenaventura
Survey of canine babesiosis cases from veterinary clinics in selected areas in Metro Manila from June 2023 to June 2024, Anna Camille M. Odulio, Steffanie Kate L. Borlagdan, and Rafael John G. Gappi
Tissue-specific expression patterns of MIR-21 and MIR-127 in formalin-fixed, paraffin-embedded (FFPE) samples from breast carcinoma patients at Tondo Medical Center, Philippines, Camille F. Olalia, Queenie Marie G. Abena, and Ian Angelo P. Collantes
Sonication-assisted osmotic shock for the decellularization of porcine skin for tissue engineering applications, Joshua V. Olis and Hanna Nicole P. Portento
Morphology, chlorogenic acid, and caffeine content of roasted beans marketed as liberica (C. liberica var. liberica W.Bull) and excelsa (C. liberica var. dewevrei (De Wild. & T.Durand) Lebrun), Julia Nancy A. Pambid, Fadhel H. Raheem, and Leigh Angela L. Guia
Conservation assessment and predictive distribution modeling of Philippine Rafflesia R. Br. ex Gray (Rafflesiaceae), Jermaine R. Patenio, John Lawrence A. Gako, and Sofia Louise A. Larga
Examining the dose-dependent effects of erinacine A from Hericium erinaceus on cognitive performance and anxiety-like behavior in mice, Hazia Queenie D. Pelipel
Analysis of the recent changes in the abundance and composition of stony corals in the reefs of Talim Bay, Lian, Batangas, Philippines, Regine Grace V. Pisueña, Trizza Grail C. Sanchez, and Nathaniel Arvin A. Santos
Knowledge review of Cycas species diseases and identification of Aspergillus flavus causing leave spot, Ashly Nicole D. Punongbayan, Jelena D. Lingat, Ysabelle Patricia T. Lagahit, and Janine Veronica A. Morales
Angiogenesis and invasion inhibition of Carmona retusa (tsaang gubat) leaf extract in small cell lung cancer (H69PR in ovo culture), Vera Dorothy Alon Ramil, Teejay Luisse Malabanan Tatlonghari, Stephanie Claire Sazon Carlos, and Gustav James Unarse Cadena
Exploring the relationship between ABO blood types and Covid-19 infection among students of the College of Science and employees at De La Salle University: A retrospective study, Kyle Angela Mariano Reyes and Dylan Allyson Padilla Limbo
Factors associated with bacterial vaginosis among Filipino women in a rural community in the Philippines, Julianne Maurice T. Riosa, Adriel Marion L. Go, and Ma. Jana Jaden S. Ramos
Preliminary investigation on culturable gut bacteria and their relationship with bowel movement frequency using plate count agar, Sevaztian Kobe L. Rodriguez
Assessing the status of Ascaris spp. among children with disabilities in Laguna, Philippines, Sophia Ellise F. Sabado, Shakeira B. Sy, Tristan Jett P. Ong, Venice Nicole E. Ifurung, and Caryl Portia L. Panopio
In silico analysis of selected toxocara canis protein antigens as potential vaccine candidates against toxocariasis, Yssabel Bethea San Diego
Assessment of free-living amoebae presence in tap water sources in a residential area in Tondo, Manila, Jadda Pink Louice R. Santos, Cheska Danica Umali, and Kristian Paul C. Manuel
Development and testing of a pol gene-based pcr assay for the detection of feline immunodeficiency virus (fiv) in domestic cats, Allysa Rose B. Sararaña, Agatha F. Fallarme, and Lois Jel F. Villas
Isolation, phenotypic, and genotypic characterization of Escherichia coli isolated from environmental wastewater, Raissa Adellaide M. Sison, Micah Allia G. Acyatan, Lance Yurik C. Cadoy, Joachim Xavier B. Po, and Kathlyn L. Tio
The impact of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids on Polyunsaturated fatty acid profiles and depressive symptoms in major depressive disorder: A meta-analysis, Val Rydell S. Subaan, Elianna B. Maraño, Jasmine Arabella R. Banhaon, and Alexandra Louise A. Patio
Effects of polyethylene on the histology of intestinal tract and hepatopancreas of Oreochromis niloticus (Nile tilapia), Annika Matthea V. Tan and Oliver R. Cayetano
A Descriptive synthesis on the hypoglycemic potential of mung bean (Vigna radiata), Maxine Tracy C. Tolentino, Miguel Joaquin D. Bongar, and Iris Angelica C. Joven
In silico modeling of the interactions of the plasmodium falciparum resistance proteins PfCRT and PfMDR1 to selected antimalarial drugs, Lyam Arley Bernardo Tuazon
Screening of the antibacterial properties of syzygium polycephaloides (Lipote) against selected clinical isolates, Bailey Marie G. Vilela, Ma. Pearl J. Pablo, and Lea Elisha Gail G. Biagtan
Theses/Dissertations from 2024
Screening of enterobacteriaceae among selected cold beverages sold in Quiapo, Manila, Angela Kryztel D. Abrigo, Adrian Benedict E. Ang, Daniel B. Imbuido, Trishanne Louise T. Mendoza, and Charlene Annika B. Pandi
A bibliometric review on plant allantoin and nitrogen metabolism, Dayne Andrei dela Isla Aduna, Paulina Mikaela Valderama Cabero, Earl Dominic Palad Cristobal, Riley Jerard Dy Go, and Francine Clarisse C. Luakian
Assessment of selected microbial control agents against Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus niger, aflatoxin-producing organisms, Luis Karl C. Aguilar, Yzella Jhemagne T. Cabral, and Jeanne Camille L. Torres
The roles of allantoin in the stress responses of animals: A bibliometric review, Julienne E. Alimad, Rochelle Anne A. Lacsamana, Elijah Gniya P. Hachaso, Louise Tara Danielle H. Moldes, and Julianne Marie L. Montecillo
In vitro assessment of bioactivities of marine-derived fungi isolated from Manila Bay, Luzon, Philippines, Danielle Louise S. Argosino, Athena Gianne B. De Leon, and Andrea Gabrielle D. Silva
Isolation and identification of yeasts found in selected urban wastewater and assessment for in vitro antimicrobial resistance, Jana Karissa O. Arive, Angelo James M. Benedicto, Keesha Mikaela B. Castro, Juliana Rae M. Ibay, and Martha Alia M. Llamas
A novel approach to the decellularization of porcine skin as a potential bioink component for tissue engineering applications, Jean Andrea Nicola T. Banzon, Nathan Matthew S. Co, Glynis Jen J. Dawa, Anna Paula S. Policarpio, and Aika Angel F. Ubando
Effects of nicotine-colchicine induction in neurodegenerative behavioral signs in a zebrafish (danio rerio) model, Sean S. Borromeo, Mark G. Cortez, Linus C. Macasaet, and Ysabel T. Rivera
Extraction and identification of potential aggregation and sex pheromones of the cacao bean weevil [Araecerus fasciculatus (De geer)] in Cotabato, Philippines, Luis Joaquin Eslawa Buyco and Helaena Alviar Lanuza
Antimicrobial properties of musa paradisiaca peel extract against selected bacteria, Ervin John C. Cheng and Anna Katrina G. Gole Cruz
Prevalence of porcine cysticercosis with incidental detections of trichinella spp. in the National Capital Region of the Philippines, Claire Angela D. Crespo, Gilian Michel T. Flores, Jon Francis Rosseller E. Homires, and Miguel Alberto M. Ramos
An in silico analysis of the binding affinity of alliin from Allium sativum L. targeting HMGB-1 and IL-6 inflammatory cascade, Rejie May M. Cuabo, Katherine F. Gabia, Alyssa Bianca F. Palaypay, and Glen Andrei R. Roque
Cytotoxicity of auricularia polytricha and pleurotus ostreatus var. florida ethanol extracts on human cancer cell lines, Judy Vince Rana Dayrit, Vaschel Anne Claveria Hadloc, and Ariel Iverson Betita Obrero
Prevalence and incidence of 2023 coral bleaching caused by thermal stress and their impact on the associated reef fishes and benthic invertebrates in Lian, Batangas, Kathleen Anne F. De Leon, Don Gabriel A. Alfonso, Gabrielle Alexandra N. Lema, and Sara Francine T. Olendo
Assessing the effects of the leaf and seed ethanolic extracts of carica papaya against the brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus), Alexandra Ysabel H. Del Rosario, Danica Marie S.D. Carmelina, Ma. Czarina Angela E. Marciano, and Trixie B. Yau
Prevalence of foodborne parasites in common street food in Manila, Mary Corinne Dolar Escutin, Matthew Williamson Yao Mendoza, Czarinah Isabelle Ilagan Persia, Angel Nicole Benavides Villanueva, and Krystlelyn Mae Lao Tan
Identification of the potential sex pheromone for helopeltis bakeri, the cacao mirid bug, Audrey Daphne A. Esguerra, Jake G. Ranada, and Ian Benjamin L. Que
Parasitic contamination in Ipomoea aquatica (water spinach) in Laguna de Bay, Angono, Rizal, Philippines, Godspeed Garcia Feliciano, Uriel Anne Torralba Bumanlag, Andrea Noya Galvez, Anne Ricyl Tagala Kaw, and Mikaela Marie Venturanza Garcia
Biosurfactants from commercially available bacillus spp. formulations: Production and evaluation as larvicides against aedes aegypti (L.), Alfonso S. Geron, Aira Matsuki, and Precious Almira R. Panganiban
