Chemistry’s dual nature
Chemistry’s dual nature—capable of producing both beneficial and harmful substances—means it can be used for both good and nefarious purposes. (Photo credit: Tima Miroshnichenko)
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“From Cradle To Grave”: UP Chemist Explains Chemistry’s Role in Global Treaties

Chemistry has long driven progress in fields ranging from agriculture and healthcare to energy and infrastructure. Its innovations fuel economic growth, improve quality of life,

Olaguera et al shear line study
This HIMAWARI8 satellite image for January 16, 2017, shows cold cloud tops and deep convection attributed to a shear line, indicated by the white dotted line. Shear lines account for up to 20% of extreme rainfall days during the Philippine northeast monsoon season from November to February. SOURCE: Olaguera et al., 2025.
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Ateneo, Manila Observatory track down elusive rain-triggering ‘shear lines’

Danika Geronimo, Ateneo de Manila University Research Communications Much of the heavy rains that hit the Philippines during the Amihan northeast monsoon season between November