Alfredo C. Santos (1872-1948)
Known as the "Father of Philippine Chemistry," Santos was a chemist and educator who made significant contributions to the field of analytical chemistry. He was the first Filipino to earn a doctorate in chemistry and was a professor at the University of the Philippines. He also served as the first president of the Philippine Chemical Society.
Angel S. Arguelles (1917-1989)
Arguelles was a chemist and researcher who made contributions to the field of organic chemistry. He was the first Filipino to synthesize penicillin and also worked on the development of new drugs and treatments for diseases such as malaria and tuberculosis.
Luz Oliveros-Belardo (1931-2009)
Belardo was a chemist and educator who made significant contributions to the field of biochemistry. She was the first Filipina to earn a doctorate in biochemistry and was a professor at the University of the Philippines. She also served as the first president of the Philippine Biochemical Society.
Bienvenido O. Juliano (1932-2018)
Juliano was a chemist and researcher who made important contributions to the field of agricultural chemistry. He was a leading expert on the chemistry of rice and developed new methods for improving the quality and yield of rice crops.
Emerita V. De Guzman (1941-2021)
De Guzman was a chemist and educator who made significant contributions to the field of inorganic chemistry. She was the first Filipina to earn a doctorate in inorganic chemistry and was a professor at the University of the Philippines. She also served as the first president of the Philippine Inorganic Chemistry Society.
These are just a few examples of the many notable Filipino scientists who have made important contributions to the field of chemistry. Their work has helped to advance scientific knowledge and has had a positive impact on society.
