The BioBeat

24/12/2024

Christmas easily paints an image of families gathered around their homes with festive red and green ornaments, twinkling lights, an enormous decorated Christmas tree, melodious carols, and exchanging presents. Indeed, the essence of gift–giving is celebrated in the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

“For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16

This season of hope and renewal empowers us to reflect on the year that has been, the bonds that have formed, the blessings that have been received, and the gestures of kindness we can yet manifest. Rooted in traditions that transcend generations, this special holiday serves as a time to not only receive presents, but to give back to the community. Let us take this moment to embody the virtues of grace and unity symbolized by Christmas, passing forward the gifts of faith, love, and compassion across homes and communities.

From the Bio-Beat, Merry Christmas and may the light of this season inspire us to ascend new horizons in the new year to come!

Written by Mae Dominique Ysabelle Laporno
Layout by Francis Gutierrez

20/12/2024

🎉💖🎁 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MS. JESSICA PACALIOGA 🎁💖🎉

It truly is a wonderful time of the year; not only do we celebrate the birth of Jesus, we were also graced to have such a dedicated and inspiring mentor that is Ms Jess.

To the beloved Department Chair of BS Biology, the iron lady who pushes us to be the best version of ourselves, and the air that propels us towards reaching our dreams, thank you so much. 🌬🪂🚀

May you continue to be our shining Northern Star as we through the horizons. ⭐️☁️We wish you the happiest birthday, the merriest Christmas, and more blessings to come!🎄🕊



Layout by: Edrian Kyle B. Verzosa
Caption by: Mae Dominique Ysabelle H. Laporno

16/12/2024

𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙚𝙭𝙘𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙛𝙪𝙡 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙨, 𝙁𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙤𝙨 𝙜𝙖𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙝𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙨 𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙬𝙞𝙙𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙞𝙢𝙗𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙂𝙖𝙗𝙞.

Devotees filled the church pews and courtyards on the first day of the nine-day novena Mass, signaling the beginning of one of the country’s most beloved Christmas traditions. Families and friends braved the chilly mornings to join the prayers and hymns that have long united communities during the yuletide season. Streets also came alive with vendors selling traditional treats like bibingka and p**o bumbong, adding a festive atmosphere to the solemn occasion. Adorned with bright lights and colorful decorations, churches became both a spiritual haven and a reminder of the joyful countdown to Christmas.

The first day’s turnout reflects the enduring devotion of Filipinos and their anticipation for the days ahead, as they continue this tradition that blends faith, family, and festivity.

𝙏𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙖:
The Our Lady of Peace Church in La Carlota, Negros Occidental, stands as a beautiful relic of colonial-era heritage. Also known as Simbahan ng La Carlota or Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de La Paz, this Marian church is a timeless symbol of faith and history in the region.

Written by Clean Heart Alova
Photo and Layout by Francis Gutierrez

08/12/2024

𝐅𝐄𝐀𝐒𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐀𝐂𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍

"𝑯𝒂𝒊𝒍, 𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒍 𝒐𝒇 𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒆, 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑳𝒐𝒓𝒅 𝒊𝒔 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒚𝒐𝒖!" - 𝐋𝐮𝐤𝐞 𝟏:𝟐𝟖

On this blessed day, we celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary. Her purity and unwavering faith remind us of God’s infinite love and the beauty of saying "yes" to His divine plan.

Mary’s Immaculate Conception serves as a beacon of hope and guidance for us all. May her example inspire us to trust in God’s will and live lives rooted in faith, love, and service to others.

01/12/2024

26/11/2024

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗│𝗨𝗦𝗟𝗦 𝗕𝗦 𝗕𝗜𝗢 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝗮𝗴 𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰

The Biology Department of the University of St. La Salle (USLS) celebrates a proud moment as its students triumph at Tambal Day 2024, an annual event hosted by the USLS College of Medicine under the theme, “Youth and Health—Preparing the Next Generation of Health Leaders,” last Thursday, November 21.

Third-year BS Biology student 𝗝𝗲𝗻𝗻𝘆 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘀 showcased exceptional talent and insight, earning the title of 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻 in the 𝗘𝘀𝘀𝗮𝘆 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, “Unity in Diversity: Coming Together as One,” with her piece entitled, '𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘞𝘦𝘭𝘭 𝘊𝘢𝘯 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘞𝘪𝘦𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 "𝘋𝘰𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘦-𝘌𝘥𝘨𝘦𝘥 𝘚𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘥?"'

Moreover, third-year, second year, and first year students; 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝗮𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗼, 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗮, and 𝗘𝗹𝗶𝗷𝗮𝗵 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗴 claimed 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 in the 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝘇 𝗕𝗲𝗲, “MEDucation: A Quiz of Chance and Knowledge,” showcase a formidable team and demonstrate their brilliance in medicine and the natural sciences. In the heated competition against USLS-College of Nursing, Colegio San Agustin, and University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos (UNO-R), these students arose exceptionally, bringing pride to the department.

A warm congratulations to these outstanding students for their remarkable achievements and for upholding the excellence of the BS Biology program.

Written by Arwen Jover
Photos by Sean Nathan Mapari and Francis Gutierrez
Layout by Jhana Marie Batasin-in

26/11/2024

🌿✨𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐚: 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬🐾🇵🇭

This collection, which was initially made by BS Bio classes 2A and 2B (now 3A and 3B) for EvoBio under Miss Jessica Pacalioga, showcases our nation’s amazing biodiversity. showcasing several Philippine indigenous species. 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐚 seeks to:

📖 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞 - Increase understanding and awareness of the rare species that are exclusive to our country.

🌱 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐞 - Encourage interest in and admiration for Philippine fauna.

🌎 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 - Encourage the preservation of these species for the benefit of present and future generations.

Encourage the preservation of the Philippines’ biodiversity while discovering and appreciating its beauty!🐢🌺 Together, let’s advocate for conservation!🌟



Layout by: Aliya Jylianne de Leon
Caption by: Bianka Steline C. Sy

24/11/2024

FEATURE | 𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝘃𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗢𝗱𝘆𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘆
𝘣𝘺 𝘙𝘶𝘫𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘢 𝘑𝘺𝘱𝘴𝘺 𝘈𝘭𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘪𝘯

The College of Arts and Sciences’ formidable green lions weren't ones to back down from a challenge, and as the annual Lasallian Week arises, their creativity and strive are yet again put to the test as they face the week ready to entertain with unique booths and activities put together for the student body to visit and enjoy during the week of celebration.

One such booth that tickles the mind is one that was provided directly by the Biological Society's brilliant minds. Having the opportunity to talk with Lance Barco, the head of the biological society's event committee. He was able to provide some insight into their peculiar booth, The Avian Odyssey. “It was conceptualized with the collaboration of other officers. We thought of incorporating our org’s theme gid which is birds and to offer a kind of immersive experience,” explained Lance. With birds as the theme for the biologists of CAS to work around, the committee of the Biological Society strives to make a booth that wasn't only interactive for fun, but to also enrich the minds of their participants.

Transported into the belly of a bird, participants were challenged to escape their predicament by finishing tasks related to biology and ecology, with each task bringing them one step closer to their objective. Decorated to resemble a simple maze, the booth was designed to include multiple stations with progressively harder tasks to achieve. Stepping into the room, the participants are first briefed on the task at hand, the rules, and given general information of how the booth works in the lobby. Separated from the maze itself, the lobby was designed with a cozy and welcoming area before they were called to action.

Further into the booth, participants were met with different kinds of activities, with the mission to escape the belly of the avian, tasks that required participants’ knowledge of biology, and of course, teamwork. One such activity required the participants to finish a crossword puzzle related to avian topics. To find the missing words or clues, they are tasked to get letters in a puddle to complete the words, testing just how willing they are to immerse themselves in the booth activities.

Seeking to educate and test what the students already know about biology, the Biological Society created a fun, interactive and educational booth that truly represented their specialization in the field of college of arts and sciences. Harboring a love for nature and all that's in it, they have successfully shared their love and knowledge of the world around us, doing it in a memorable and iconic way for students from any and all departments to truly remember.

22/11/2024

ɴᴇᴡꜱ ʟᴇᴀᴅ│ʙɪᴏʟᴏɢɪᴄᴀʟ ꜱᴏᴄɪᴇᴛʏ ꜱᴜᴄᴄᴇꜱꜱꜰᴜʟ ᴄʟᴏꜱᴇᴅ ɪᴛꜱ ᴄʟᴜʙ ʙᴏᴏᴛʜ ᴀᴛ ʟᴀꜱᴀʟʟɪᴀɴ ᴡᴇᴇᴋ ᴄᴇʟᴇʙʀᴀᴛɪᴏɴ

Day 5

The Biological Society Club successfully closed its booth, "Avian Odyssey: A Bird Ate Me," held during the Lasallian Week Celebration from November 18-22, 2024, at Cody 13. The booth attracted a high number of visitors and participants, who not only enjoyed the interactive and educational experience but also gained valuable insights into the world of birds and their ecology.

The "Avian Odyssey: A Bird Ate Me" booth was designed to engage and educate the community about the fascinating lives of birds, their ecological importance, and the challenges they face in the modern world. Through a series of engaging activities, informative displays, and immersive experiences, visitors were able to explore the diverse world of avian species, understand their roles in ecosystems, and learn about conservation efforts aimed at protecting these remarkable creatures.

The Biological Society extends its gratitude to all the visitors, participants, and supporters who made the "Avian Odyssey: A Bird Ate Me" booth a resounding success. This event has not only been an educational journey for all involved but has also served as a platform to inspire a greater commitment to the conservation of our planet's biodiversity.

Caption by Ken Patrick Bucayan
Photos by The Biobeat Photographers
Layout by Jhana Marie Batasin-in

21/11/2024

ꜱᴛᴜᴅᴇɴᴛꜱ ꜰʟᴏᴄᴋ ᴛʜᴇ ᴜꜱʟꜱ ʙɪᴏʟᴏɢɪᴄᴀʟ ꜱᴏᴄɪᴇᴛʏ (ᴜʙꜱ) ʙᴏᴏᴛʜ ᴏɴ ᴛʜᴇ ꜰᴏᴜʀᴛʜ ᴅᴀʏ ᴏꜰ ɪᴛꜱ ᴏᴘᴇɴɪɴɢ, ᴀꜱ ᴇxᴄɪᴛᴇᴍᴇɴᴛ ʙᴜɪʟᴅꜱ ᴏᴠᴇʀ ᴜɴɪQᴜᴇ ᴀᴄᴛɪᴠɪᴛɪᴇꜱ ᴀɴᴅ ᴄʜᴀʟʟᴇɴɢᴇꜱ.

Day 4

Located at C13, the booth continues to draw crowds that are eager to explore the spectacles prepared by the UBS, including collectible stickers, keychains, a photo booth, and the much anticipated mystery room challenge: "Avian Odyssey: A Bird Ate Me."

Inside, participants find themselves trapped and struggling to escape the innards of a giant bird, their screams and frantic footsteps echo throughout the room as they race against time and a hungry bird.

The leaderboard continues to be competitive as Team GANGSTA has taken the top spot, completing the challenge in 4 minutes and 56 seconds, snatching the top spot from team AGILA, who previously held the lead with 5 minutes and 3 seconds.

Adrian Nicolas D. Tamagos continues to defend his spot in the leaderboard, maintaining a consistent 5 minutes and 17 seconds for three consecutive days.

With the clock ticking and tension running high, the question remains, can anyone break the record and escape faster than the frontrunners?

Stay tuned for the final day tomorrow!

Caption by Clean Heart Alova
Photos by The Biobeat Photographers
Layout by Kelly Louise Tentia

21/11/2024

20/11/2024

ᴛʀᴀᴠᴇʀꜱɪɴɢ ᴛʜᴇ ᴡᴏʀʟᴅ ᴏꜰ ᴀᴠɪᴀɴ ʙɪᴏʟᴏɢʏ: 'ᴀᴠɪᴀɴ ᴏᴅʏꜱꜱᴇʏ' ᴏꜰ ᴛʜᴇ ᴜꜱʟꜱ ʙɪᴏʟᴏɢɪᴄᴀʟ ꜱᴏᴄɪᴇᴛʏ ᴄᴏɴᴛɪɴᴜᴇꜱ ᴛᴏ ꜰᴀꜱᴄɪɴᴀᴛᴇ ᴘᴀʀᴛɪᴄɪᴘᴀɴᴛꜱ!

Day 3

For the third day of the Lasallian Week, the USLS Biological Society booth had attracted countless participants to experience the engaging adventure within the "bird's digestive system." The booth provided an interesting way of learning the biology of birds through various activities such as puzzles and stories to fascinate and immerse the participants.

In addition, a poster featuring the various endemic species of the Philippines was displayed outside the room to catch the attention of those passing by the booth. This aims to raise awareness regarding the biodiversity of our country.

Furthermore, stickers were sold in front of the booth to serve as souvenirs for the participants to remember their fun learning experience. Each of these features creative designs that align with the booth's theme.

Caption by Aran Jay Nonato
Photos by The Biobeat Photographers
Layout by Francis Gutierrez

20/11/2024

𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗│USLS BS Biology Students take part in the AWS Community Day in synergy with 'The BioBeat'

BS Biology students from University of St. La Salle (USLS) participate in the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Community Day last November 16 at Santuario de La Salle, along with 'The BioBeat' as one of the official media partners.

The event featured various speakers whose talks delve on topics like; Cloud Careers, Serverless Computing, AWS AI Services, and many more. The vast pool of knowledge imparted by the speakers sheds a light to students, showing that technology and education are parts of one's journey to investment, no matter what field it may be. By attending the said event, the participants were able to gain valuable insights on innovative technologies and web services that can aid students in their academic journey in the field of technology and the natural sciences.

Written by Arwen Jover
Photos by Francis Gutierrez
Layout by Jhana Marie Batasin-in

19/11/2024

ᴇxᴘʟᴏʀɪɴɢ ᴛʜᴇ ᴡᴏɴᴅᴇʀꜱ ᴏꜰ ᴀᴠɪᴀɴ ʟɪꜰᴇ: ᴜꜱʟꜱ ʙɪᴏʟᴏɢɪᴄᴀʟ ꜱᴏᴄɪᴇᴛʏ’ꜱ ‘ᴀᴠɪᴀɴ ᴏᴅʏꜱꜱᴇʏ’ ᴄᴀᴘᴛɪᴠᴀᴛᴇꜱ ʟᴀꜱᴀʟʟɪᴀɴ ᴡᴇᴇᴋ

Day 2

The second day of the USLS Biological Society’s booth drew even more participants eager to experience the interactive “bird’s digestive system” adventure. With its engaging puzzles, mystery-driven storyline, maze-like design, and escape-room vibe, the booth provided an immersive and educational journey into the world of avian biology.

Participants from different colleges and Liceo Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics students also joined in the fun, navigating the maze, solving challenges, and unraveling clues about the critical role birds play in maintaining ecological balance. These elements reinforced the One Health approach, emphasizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental well-being.

Adding to the excitement, various stickers were sold in front of the booth, featuring creative designs that aligned with the booth’s theme. Photos of the participants enjoying the activities can be viewed on the USLS Biological Society page or obtained as hard copies at the booth.

Caption by Delight Joy Arroyo
Photos by The Biobeat Photographers
Layout by Kelly Louise Tentia

19/11/2024

ENTRY #2
Title: Ecological Unity: Red Cotton Stainer and Ecosystem Collaboration
Captured by: Sanchez, Reyle Marie, S. - University of St. La Salle

Description:
Even the smallest creatures play a part in our interconnected world. The red cotton stainer (Family Pyrrhocoridae) illustrate ecological unity. Commonly found in the Philippines and other tropical regions, this vibrant insect contributes to the balance of local ecosystems by interacting with various plant species, particularly cotton. Just as communities come together to support one another, the red cotton stainer's presence highlights the interconnectedness of all living organisms in maintaining biodiversity. Preserving its habitat is crucial, as it reflects the collective responsibility we share in nurturing our environment.