Philippine Bioimaging

[An initiative to establish our own inclusive bioimaging infrastructure in the Philippines. This endeavor aims to enhance our nation’s research capabilities and foster scientific innovation across various biomedical fields.]

Strategic Planning (for the next year or two)

* “Develop clear strategies and priorities. Create a roadmap with stepping stones to achieve long-term goals. Learn from one another through collaboration” (iSEA)

• Establish a sustainable research network–whose focus is on, but is not limited to, bioimaging–that will elevate our nation’s research capabilities even further
• In pursuit of our long-term vision, we can also propose for the development of a collaborative, holistic and inclusive bioimaging infrastructure (i.e., core facilities to house equipment) that will cater to the needs of our domestic scientists
• In the future, hopefully democratize access to expensive equipment at substantially lower costs (e.g., confocal laser-scanning microscopes (CLSM) to reconstruct specimens in 3D)
• Emphasize our strengths as a Philippine community  
• Recognize and hopefully address early on the logistical challenges of collaboration within an archipelagic nation
• Discuss strategies for scheduling meetings and ensuring consistent progress.