Organic Chemistry and Natural Products Division (OCNPD)
Analytical and Environmental Chemistry Division (AECD)
Biochemistry and Agricultural Chemistry Division (BACD)
General Chemistry and Chemical Education Division (GCCED)
Faculty Room: PS A-322
Email: [email protected]
Links: Google Scholar
Educational Background
Master of Science in Agricultural Chemistry
University of the Philippines Los Baños
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
University of the Philippines Los Baños
Research Interests
- Developing sustainable and market-ready products from Kawayan tinik (Bambusa spinosa Roxb.) bamboo vinegar.
- Virtual Laboratory Application in Science (VLAS) - Chemistry.
- Review, Evaluation, and Revision of Grades 7 – 10 Mathematics and Science Assessment Tasks and the Development of Supplementary Grades 7 – 10 Mathematics and Science Learning Materials.
Selected Publications
Alomia, R. L. M.; Sabularse, V. C.; Lacsamana, M. S.; Razal, R. A.; Hernandez, H. P. Preparation and Characterization of an Amino-Functionalized Alpha-Cellulose from Pineapple (Ananas comosus (L.) Merr.) Crown Leaves. Philipp. J. Sci.2020, 149 (2), 325–333.
Razal, R. A.; Jara, A. A.; Samarm, G. P. O.; Alomia, R. L. M.; Taghap, K. M.; Agonia, M. R.; Rendon, M. D. D. M. Geographical Variations and Correlation Among Some Chemical and Thermal Properties of Almaciga (Agathis philippinensis Warb.) Resins from Selected Commercial Sites in the Philippines. Heliyon 2021, 7 (3), e06413.
Benzon, H. G.; Alomia, R. L. M.; Lacsamana, M. S.; Ramirez, H. J. M. Chemistry Mobile Game-Based App: Investigating Its Effect on Students’ Self-Regulation, Self-Efficacy, and Conceptual Understanding. Innov. Educ. Teach. Int. 2021, 1–15.
Delos Santos, J. U.; Sarabia, T. J. A.; Solano, B. R. S.; Masagca, J. T.; Tribiana, E. T.; Gonzales, A.; Samar, C.; Navejas, A. T.; Alomia, R. L. M.; Sucgang, R. J. The Implementation of Laudato Si in Aklan: A Strategic Framework for Sustainable Development. Int. J. Res. Innov. Soc. Sci. 2025, 9 (3s), 1082–1090.
Awards
One UP Faculty Grant Award for Outstanding Teaching and Public Service (2022 to 2024)
One UP Faculty Grant Award for Outstanding Teaching and Public Service (2019 to 2021)
One UP Faculty Grant Award for Outstanding Teaching and Public Service (2016 to 2018)
Extension Work
PACT-DepEd Manila Training on Empowering Teachers: Enriching Science Content and Enhancing Teaching Skills and Strategies – Manila Science High School, DepEd Manila (3, 10, 17 February 2024)
PFCS Leadership Camp – First Pacific Leadership Academy, Antipolo City, Rizal, Philippine Federation of Chemistry Societies (2–3 March 2024 )
Division Training-Workshop of Teachers on Mastering Difficult-to-Teach Topics in Science – Monte Vista Resort, Brgy. Pansol, Calamba City, DepEd Calamba (6–9 February 2023)
Division Training-Workshop of Science Teachers on Laboratory Safety and Proper Use and Care of Equipment and Apparatuses – 21st Century Classroom Learning Environment Model, Calamba City Science Integrated School, Calamba City, Laguna, DepEd Calamba City (10, 11, 14 August 2023 )
2022 Division In-Service Training (INSET) for Science Teachers: Capacity Building of Key Stages 1–3 Teachers on Teaching Strategies to Address Learning Gaps in Science – DepEd San Pablo Training Center and Immersion House, San Pablo City, Laguna, DepEd San Pablo City (6–10 July 2023)
Applying Chemistry in Starting Up a Sabon Business – CHEMtrepreneur 101: Chemistry Entrepreneurship Webinar – via Zoom, UPLB Chemistry Alumni Association (30 April 2022)
Production of Soaps and Detergents (Speaker) – via Google Meet, Regional Science High School for Region VI (21 July 2021)
Designing Experiments for Science Research Projects (Speaker) – via Zoom, Filipino Science Hub (23 January 2021)
Technical Competency Training for Food Formulators – via Zoom, Century Pacific Foods, Inc. (January 2021)