Ateneo Center for Research and Innovation

Ateneo Center for Research and Innovation ACRI is the research unit of the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health.

We are a team of researchers from various scientific fields who develop outputs that impact communities, practitioners, and policymakers in the Philippines and across the globe.

TOMORROW at 7PM | In an age of misinformation, understanding the truth about vaccines is more important than ever. How d...
17/05/2026

TOMORROW at 7PM | In an age of misinformation, understanding the truth about vaccines is more important than ever. How do vaccines protect us, strengthen community immunity, and help prevent outbreaks?

Join CURA: Conversations on Care, Health, and Healing on Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM, with hosts Dr. Tippy Tanchanco and Dr. Gelo Apostol, together with our Featured Expert, Dr. Raymundo S. Baquiran, Professor of Public Health and Pediatrics at the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health.

In this episode, “Bida ang Bakunado: The Truth About Vaccines, Immunity, and Fake News,” we’ll begin with the importance of school-based vaccination programs before expanding the conversation to vaccine confidence, public health, and the role of accurate information in protecting families and communities.

💡 Learn how vaccines work, why immunity matters, and how to navigate common myths and misconceptions surrounding vaccination.

📻 Tune in via Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM

Digestive discomfort is common—but when symptoms persist, it may be something more. Learn more about Inflammatory Bowel ...
10/05/2026

Digestive discomfort is common—but when symptoms persist, it may be something more. Learn more about Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and why early awareness matters.

Join CURA: Conversations on Care, Health, and Healing tomorrow, May 11 at 7PM on Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM, with hosts Dr. Tippy Tanchanco and Dr. Gelo Apostol, together with our Featured Expert, Dr. Mark Chatto, a specialist in Adult Gastroenterology, and Ms. Ann Gayanilo, a patient advocate of Crohn’s and Colitis Philippines (IBD Patient Support Group)

💡 Discover the signs and symptoms of IBD, how it affects daily life, available treatment options, and practical ways to support gut health.

📻 Tune in via Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM
👉 Don’t miss this meaningful conversation on digestive health and healing.

04/05/2026

🔴 LIVE | CURA: Conversation on Care, Health, and Healing | 04 May 26 | Brought to you by the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health

Episode 27: Healthy Learning Institutions & Health Promoting Schools
Guest Expert: Ms. Dasha Uy, Senior Health Program Officer, Health Promotion Bureau, Department of Health
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Simulcast over youtube.com/radyokatipunanfm and via audio streaming at https://zeno.fm/radio/rk879fm/

TONIGHT at 7PM | Healthy SchoolsSchools don’t just teach—they shape health, habits, and futures. So what makes a school ...
04/05/2026

TONIGHT at 7PM | Healthy Schools

Schools don’t just teach—they shape health, habits, and futures. So what makes a school truly health-promoting?

Join CURA: Conversations on Care, Health, and Healing tonight, May 4, 2026 at 7PM on Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM, featuring Ms. Dasha Uy, Senior Health Program Officer, DOH Health Promotion Bureau.

💡 Discover how healthier school environments can lead to better learning and stronger communities.

📻 Catch us on Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM

The thematic session on Promoting Lead Paint Bans in the SEA Region at the IPEN Southeast and East Asia Regional Meeting...
28/04/2026

The thematic session on Promoting Lead Paint Bans in the SEA Region at the IPEN Southeast and East Asia Regional Meeting in Palawan, Philippines, focused on advancing lead-safe policies through shared regional experiences and strategies.

The session, moderated by Dr. Geminn Louis Apostol (Ateneo Center for Research and Innovation), featured an overview of IPEN’s campaign by Jeiel Guarino (IPEN: for a toxics-free future) and panel insights from Nexus3 Foundation, Ecowaste Coalition, and Consumers Association Penang - CAP. It highlighted varying levels of progress in national lead paint regulations across the region.

Panelists emphasized effective strategies such as engaging governments and industry, using evidence-based advocacy, and strengthening public communication on health risks. Key challenges included weak enforcement, industry resistance, and limited awareness, while opportunities lie in stronger policy implementation and regional collaboration. The session underscored the need for sustained partnerships and public education to accelerate the phase-out of lead in paints.

TONIGHT at 7PM | Air Quality and Health: What Are We Really Breathing? 🌫️The recent landfill fire in Navotas is a stark ...
27/04/2026

TONIGHT at 7PM | Air Quality and Health: What Are We Really Breathing? 🌫️

The recent landfill fire in Navotas is a stark reminder that air pollution isn’t distant—it’s here, and it affects all of us. But beyond the visible smoke, what are the real health risks of poor air quality?

Join CURA: Conversations on Care, Health, and Healing on Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM, as we unpack how air pollution impacts our lungs, heart, and overall health—and what we can actually do to protect ourselves.

Featuring Dr. Annelle Chua—Physician and Air Quality Researcher involved in the Breathe Metro Manila initiative, with a background in environmental science and public health .

💡 From short-term exposure to long-term risks, this conversation brings clarity to a problem we can’t afford to ignore.

📻 Tune in tonight at 7PM
Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM

👉 Because clean air isn’t a privilege—it’s a necessity.

Calling all 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️medical residents: get a chance to win an iPad mini 📱or Php 5,000! 💸Are you currently training in a ...
25/04/2026

Calling all 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️medical residents: get a chance to win an iPad mini 📱or Php 5,000! 💸

Are you currently training in a medical residency program in the Philippines? We are conducting a study on preferences of newly-trained doctors when deciding to join a specialist deployment program and your insights are essential.

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✅ Eligibility: Open to all current residents in the specialties listed above. Eligible respondents must complete the survey and consent to the draw to be eligible to win the prizes.
✅ Time: The survey takes approximately 20 - 30 minutes.
✅ Tokens: 1 iPad mini and 3 winners of ₱5,000 per specialty.
✅ Privacy: Your responses are strictly confidential and used for research purposes only.

Air quality risks remain a concern, even beyond what is visible. Our latest report from the ASMPH Center for Research an...
21/04/2026

Air quality risks remain a concern, even beyond what is visible. Our latest report from the ASMPH Center for Research and Innovation highlights how lingering pollutants can continue to affect surrounding communities.

Scan the QR code to check the air quality in your area, and take the necessary precautions when needed.

Read more and download the complete report here: https://www.ateneo.edu/news/2026/04/asmph-center-research-innovation-air-quality-report-calls-vigilance-pollution-risks

One week after the Navotas Landfill fire was declared "under control," new data shows that the air quality crisis is far...
19/04/2026

One week after the Navotas Landfill fire was declared "under control," new data shows that the air quality crisis is far from over. While the flames have subsided, a regional "spike" in pollution is now affecting the entirety of Metro Manila, extending as far as Bulacan and Bataan.

Standard sensors primarily track visible dust and particles (PM2.5). However, landfill fires release invisible, toxic gases—such as carbon monoxide, VOCs, and potentially dioxins and furans—that standard monitors often miss. Even if the air looks clear or your app shows a "Moderate" rating, the chemical risk may still be high.

How to stay safe:
✅ Monitor Symptoms: Watch for eye/throat irritation, coughing, or dizziness.
✅ Mask Up: Use an N95 or equivalent respirator; surgical masks do not filter out toxic chemical byproducts.
✅ Limit Exposure: Keep windows sealed and avoid outdoor activities during peak haze hours.

Full article in the comments below!

Tune in on Monday at 7PM | Understanding Parkinson’s: Moving Toward Clarity and CareParkinson’s Disease is more than jus...
18/04/2026

Tune in on Monday at 7PM | Understanding Parkinson’s: Moving Toward Clarity and Care

Parkinson’s Disease is more than just a movement disorder—it is a complex neurological journey that affects thousands of Filipinos and their families. As we navigate the challenges of brain health, the question remains: How do we recognize the early signs, and what does modern care look like today?

Join CURA: Conversations on Care, Health, and Healing tonight as we demystify Parkinson’s Disease. We’ll explore the science behind the symptoms, the importance of early diagnosis, and the holistic approach to maintaining quality of life.

Featuring Dr. Mark Anthony J. Sta. Maria, a specialist in Neurology and Neuromuscular Medicine, who will guide us through the essentials of brain health and the latest insights in neurological care.

Because understanding the brain is the first step toward reclaiming hope and movement.

📻 Live on Monday April 20, 2026 at 7PM
💡 Radyo Katipunan 87.9 FM

15/04/2026

The air we breathe is a public health crisis.

At the launch of the Liveable Cities Co+Lab, ACRI’s Dr. Annelle Chua delivered a wake-up call: most Filipinos breathe air with pollution levels 4x higher than WHO safety limits—fueling a ₱1.4 trillion health economic burden.

We can’t manage what we can’t measure. So, through the Breathe Metro Manila initiative, ACRI is working with the Manila Observatory, Ateneo BUILD, and Clarity to eliminate the Metro’s "blind spots" using Clarity Node-S sensors and AI-driven analytics.

Read more here: https://www.ateneo.edu/news/2026/04/acri-leads-conversation-air-quality-public-health-liveable-cities-colab-launch

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