Last Thursday, July 23 marked the opening of Transitions, the second of three exhibits that aim to showcase the Manila Observatory’s vibrant history of scientific research and service in celebration of its 150th anniversary.
A. Geographical postion of the Philippines: in the course trajectory of tropical typhoons, B. Study of the Philippine climate as a basis of agricultural and industrial development, C. The magnetic line passes near Manila, D. Seismic movement of the Philippines terra firma, E....
Before picturing the personality and labors of who may be considered the true founder of the Manila Observatory--the private Institution now maintaining its more than centenary existence, with the same ideals giving it life--we will present a rapid historical scheme as a setting...
Upon the invitation of the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Program Secretariat, the Manila Observatory (MO) joined the APEC Emergency Working Group (EPWG) meeting held in Boracay Island on 13-14 May 2015. The leaderships of APEC EPWG recognized MO’s innovations in bringing science...
The Manila Observatory, in celebration of its 150th Anniversary, presents Discoveries: The Manila Observatory from 1865 to 1940 Exhibit dates are from April to June 2015. Guided tours are available Monday to Friday from 8:00-10:00 am and 4:00-6:00 pm Saturday from 8:00 am...
(From Centenary Program of Manila Observatory, 20 September 1965) I would like to call your attention to a curious fact. The first Jesuit Observatory to be founded anywhere in the world was founded in Asia. It was founded in, of all places, Peking,...
In line with 5-year project with the International Research Initiative on Adaptation to Climate Change, the Coastal Cities at Risk (CCaR) project will work closely with vulnerable communities to communicate the risk of climate change in a coastal megacity, and to learn more ...
In 2015, the Manila Observatory celebrates its 150th anniversary. Activities, including conferences, seminar series, observation campaigns and workshops will be held throughout the year to highlight the current significant scientific work of the Observatory, continuing the pioneering work and service of the Jesuits...
The Manila Observatory (MO), represented by Ms. Ma. Antonia Loyzaga, Executive Director, Dr. Gemma Narisma, Associate Director for Research and Head of the Regional Climate Systems program, and Ms. Jessica Dator-Bercilla, participated in the culminating activity of the Pan-Asia Risk Reduction (PARR) Fellowship...
Ms. Ma. Antonia Loyzaga, Executive Director of the Manila Observatory (MO), and Dr. Celine Vicente, Head of the Geomatics for Environment and Development program, participated in the recently conducted Third UN World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction (WCDRR) in Sendai, Japan, from 14...
The Manila Observatory participated in a study which examined the impact of mining activities on the UNESCO Palawan Biosphere Reserve. Maps using remote sensing and geographic information systems (RS-GIS) have been generated, which includes Environmentally Critical Areas Network (ECAN), biodiversity, mining, other related...
The Ifugao Rice Terraces have long been a source of national pride and identity for every Filipino. For over two thousand years it has withstood both the effects of time and weather. But recent decades have brought urbanization closer to once isolated areas...
In the wake of last year’s Typhoon Haiyan which devastated the Philippines, a forum entitled “Readiness and Resilience: Lessons Learned One Year After Typhoon Haiyan” was held last 20 November 2014 to discuss lessons learned and ways to address disaster preparedness and build...
The partial eclipse (at moonrise) and the start of the total eclipse was not visible because of the hazy horizon and low clouds. Into the middle of the total eclipse (around 6:45PM), something was peeping out of the thick clouds, which we thought...
The proliferation of public and private sector initiatives and activities – shows that there is increased attention being given to building disaster and climate resilience in the Philippines. The private sector, in particular, has become increasingly involved in initiatives to make businesses more...
From their vantage point at Manila Observatory, scientists have monitored changes in temperature and rainfall that have altered life in the Philippines. But they also have watched changes due to human actions—land-use, building, and development decisions that have made people more vulnerable to...
In August 2012, Metro Manila and its environs experienced the effect of an enhanced Southwest monsoon season (locally known as habagat) which brought continuous heavy rains over a few days. Many called the disaster a “disaster with no name” as there was no associated tropical cyclone activity that was responsible...
A toolkit for Local Government Units, “Alternative Pathways to Climate Change Adaptation and Disaster Risk Reduction” was launched in 2012. The toolkit consists of a 12-step process for local governments to mainstream climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction (CCA-DRR). It includes methods...
Scientists from the Manila Observatory helped train local government units and communities in the science and framework behind disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation (DRR-CCA). The trainings took place in Iligan City, Lanao del Norte and at the Climate Change Academy in...
Metro Weather is a public-private partnership that has established a network of 30 automated weather stations (AWS) in Metro Manila. This network will provide free and near real-time weather data that can be used to prepare for severe weather conditions such as tropical...