Demystifying Nuclear Science and Technology with the 2024 PAFIOO Pamana ng Pilipino Awardee Dr. Jane Y. Gerardo-Abaya
On December 16, 2024, during the 2024 Masterclass of the Presidential Awards for Filipino Individuals and Organizations Overseas (PAFIOO), held in collaboration with Mapúa University, Dr. Jane Y. Gerardo-Abaya delivered an insightful lecture titled “Demystifying Nuclear Science and Technology.”
In her inspiring talk, Dr. Gerardo-Abaya explored the transformative potential of nuclear science and technology (NST) as a powerful tool for sustainability and progress. She unveiled NST's non-power applications in agriculture, healthcare, and environmental protection, emphasizing its critical role in addressing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations.
Through real-world examples, Dr. Gerardo-Abaya illustrated how nuclear technology can revolutionize industries, improve quality of life, and tackle pressing global challenges. She passionately urged educators, institutions, and policymakers to invest in STEM education and inspire a new generation of Filipino scientists poised to achieve ambitious milestones in nuclear science.
Catch the highlights from Dr. Gerardo-Abaya's incredible presentation in this video, and see how Filipino brilliance in nuclear science is ready to change the world.
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The CFO, established under Batas Pambansa Blg. 79, is dedicated to the welfare and empowerment of Filipinos permanently residing abroad. It is distinct from the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), which primarily addresses the needs of Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), and other temporary migrants.
CFO works to strengthen the social, economic, and cultural ties of global Filipinos with their home country. Its primary stakeholders include Filipino permanent migrants, dual citizens, spouses and partners of foreign nationals, individuals in exchange visitor programs, au pair participants, and children of foreign nationals with Filipino roots.
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We would like to thank our official Educational Partner for PAFIOO -- Mapua University
