DISCOVERY and education are the seeds of growth. In the field of science and technology, amazing breakthroughs such as the internet, cures for diseases, and various software programs for a multitude of professions have initiated unimaginable growth in the lives of people that benefit from it.Manila Central University (MCU) is one of the pioneer universities in the Philippines as well as the first school of pharmacy run by Filipinos. Through the years, the growing university has maintained a high standard in the graduates that it has produced. It wasn't surprising that in line with its commitment to recognize excellence and develop talent, on its 118th year in education, MCU launched the Filemon D. Tanchoco Scientific Discovery Award. This award aimed to recognize and honor researchers and inventors whose discoveries have benefited the Filipino people or were of utmost significance to the welfare of humanity.'With this award, we hope to educate and inspire the future generations of trailblazers while at the same time, recognizing brilliance, innovation and dedication to the field of science and technology. We hope to empower the MCU community of students, alumni and academy [with] the power and capacity that they have to make a difference and to create a positive change,' says Dr. Renato Tanchoco Jr., MCU vice president for Planning and External Affairs.This year's search will apply the following criteria for the selection of the winner: the discovery, innovation and scientific works should 'redound to the welfare of the Filipino people and of universal importance to the welfare of humanity.'
