Who is Dr. Leopoldo B. Uichanco?
Dr. Leopoldo B. Uichanco was a pioneering entomologist whose research significantly advanced the field of economic entomology in the Philippines. His studies focused on insect pests of major crops, leading to the development of effective pest control measures that improved agricultural productivity. His contributions laid the foundation for modern integrated pest management strategies, influencing both academic research and practical applications in sustainable agriculture.
About the Award
The Leopoldo Bancain Uichanco Memorial Award is conferred by the Philippine Association of Entomologists, Inc. upon Filipino entomologists, primarily for outstanding contributions to Philippine entomology. It traces its roots to the PAE Meritorious Award for Distinguished Entomologist conferred to Dr. Silverio M. Cendaña in 1974. In 1975, the PAE instituted the Outstanding Entomologist Award, the first awardee being the Father of Philippine Entomology himself, Dr. Leopoldo B. Uichanco. Later in 1980, this award was renamed after him, with a plaque given to winners that carried a cash award. The first to receive this prestigious award bearing the venerable name of Dean Uichanco was the first Filipina Entomologist, now National Scientist, Dr. Clare R. Baltazar.
Criteria
- Life and Full Member in good standing with annual dues paid who have served PAE for at least three (3) years
- Active participation in PAE events (PMCP Conventions, Fellowships, etc), social and outreach programs, or serving in the Executive Board and/or PAE Committees
- Made significant contributions in their professions for the benefit of society, community, or country
- Should be practicing Entomologists in the academia (universities, colleges, etc.), research institutions, or the Department of Agriculture
Note: Previous recipients of awards can be nominated after ten (10) years based on new accomplishments
Who can nominate
Any two (2) with Life or Full Member status in good standing and active in PAE Activities
Past Award Recipients
Click to show list of past awardees of LB Uichanco Memorial Award
| (1981) CLARE R. BALTAZAR |
| (1982) FERNANDO F. SANCHEZ |
| (1983) BELEN MORALLO-REJESUS |
| (1984) EMILIANA N. BERNARDO |
| (1985) BERNARDO P. GABRIEL |
| (1986) EDWIN D. MAGALLONA |
| (1987) BENJAMIN L. CARIASO |
| (1988) VENUS J. CALILUNG |
| (1989) LEONILA A. CORPUZ-RAROS |
| (1990) VICTOR P. GAPUD |
| (1992) SALUD F. BARROGA |
| (1993) ALBERTO T. BARRION |
| (1994) LEO C. RIMANDO |
| (1995) MATEO P. FERINO |
| (1996) LINA T. VILLACARLOS |
| (1997) ADELINA A. BARRION |
| (1998) NO AWARDEE |
| (1999) CANDIDA B. ADALLA |
| (2000) VIVENCIO C. GALLEGO |
| (2001) CLEOFAS R. CERVANCIA |
| (2002) HERMINIA R. RAPUSAS |
| (2003) VIRGINIA R. OCAMPO |
| (2004) ELISEO P. CADAPAN |
| (2005) TERESITA F. MARCOS |
| (2006) AUREA C. ROXAS |
| (2007) LITA M. COLTING |
| (2008) JOCELYN E. EUSEBIO (Non-Academe) |
| (2008) PIO A. JAVIER (Academe) |
| (2010) CRISTINA M. BAJET |
| (2011) DR. LUIS REY I. VELASCO (?) |
| (2012) AMBROSIO RAUL R. ALFILER |
| (2013) MERDELYN C. LIT |
| (2014) MARIO V. NAVASERO |
| (2017) MARILYN G. PATRICIO |
| (2018) EDWIN P. ALCANTARA |
| (2019) MARCELA M. NAVASERO |
| (2020) NO AWARDEE |
| (2021) MA. LUZ J. SISON |
| (2022) CECILIA P. REYES |
| (2023) SHERYL A. YAP |
| (2024) BARBARA L. CAOILI |
| (2025) DR. JESSAMYN R. ADORADA |
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