Genetics and forensic science. Do these words tingle your bones like they do for me?

If you’ll be in Makati on April 15, you’re in luck (and sadly I’m not). Because there will be a dialogue in the Asian Institute of Management which will provide insights from forensic science and genetics in understanding the Philippines’ rich multi-cultural heritage. It’s All Relative will shed light on how the latest research contributes to the preservation and unification of Philippine culture and history. The program will also explore the applications of the research in business and health, as well as the implications in public policies related to indigenous peoples of the country

“Understanding one’s cultural fabric and identity is essential to the continued progress of a nation. Featuring scientists from the DNA Analysis Laboratory, Natural Sciences Research Institute, University of the Philippines, Diliman (UPD-NSRI-DAL), the panel will present key findings in genetics and forensic science in order to better understand the multi-cultural heritage and history of the Philippines. The dialogue will also explore the applications of genetic research in health, business, and the formulation of public policies related to indigenous peoples.”

The Speakers:

Dr. Cora de Ungria: Asia 21 Young Leader; Head of DNA Analysis Laboratory, Natural Sciences Research Institute, University of the Philippines (UPD-NSRI-DAL) and Director of the Program on Forensics and Ethnicity of the Philippine Genome Center (PGC)

Sheila Estacio Dennis: Fulbright Scholar and Researcher in residence at UPD-NSRI-DAL; former Assistant Director, Department of Forensic Biology, New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner

Frederick Delfin: PhD Candidate in Human Evolutionary Genetics, at the International Max Planck Research School and University Research Associate at UPD-NSRI-DAL

Also featuring:

Filipino-American dance artist Sharon Estacio, in collaboration with cultural anthropologist Giovanna Rovedo, will show excerpts of their documented dance journey on rediscovering what it means to be Filipino in different parts of the world

Special exhibition of photographs of Indigenous groups in the Philippines by Jacob Maentz, Dr. Francisco Datar & Jinggo Montenejo and photographs of the modern Filipino by Alison Domzalski

Program Fee:
Regular: P500
AS Members, Students, Faculty, Government & NGOs: P250
For inquiries, call 810-8983 or e-mail info@asiasociety.org.ph