INSTITUTE OF FISH PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
The Institute of Fish Processing Technology (IFPT) is one of the four component institutes of the College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences, the University of the Philippines Visayas located in Miagao, Iloilo, Philippines. It has three (3) fundamental functions in the field of post-harvest fisheries: academic/instruction, research, and public service/extension. The IFPT provides a venue to educate, explore, and extend the knowledge and expertise in fish processing technology integral to a holistic approach to fisheries.
As an academic institution, its curricular offerings are aimed at equipping students with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and analytical capabilities that will enable them to address challenges and concerns in the field of post-harvest fisheries. The faculty and researchers of the institute are licensed fishery professionals with expertise in the fields of post-harvest fisheries handling and processing, food quality and safety, fishery product development, fisheries quality management, microbiology, molecular biology, fisheries biochemistry, fishery entrepreneurship, and marketing systems, among other specializations.
The institute has an updated research program that is relevant, innovative, and responsive to the current needs in the field, clustered into the following themes:
- Food safety and quality
- Fish handling and preservation
- Product innovation
- Emerging technologies
- Bioactive compounds and functional food
- Waste utilization and management
IFPT offers public service and extension programs in the form of technology transfer and dissemination, short-term training courses, contracted services for pilot-scale production of commercially viable technologies, analytical services, technological assistance and consultancy, and immersion for Senior High School students.
Also, IFPT has ventured into the production of fishery products utilizing locally available and sustainable resources to fully maximize the use of expertise and facilities, and to promote technology adoption and product commercialization. Its income generation program, Fishtek Fish Processing (formerly FishTEK Ventures), has been in operation beginning of 2017, developing value-added products from milkfish and other fish species like sardines and flying fish, big-belly pomfret, and snake mackerel which are underutilized species found in the region. The institute ventures into these activities to address issues or concerns of the fishery sector, particularly for the common fisherfolks in the coastal areas.
In order for the institute to solidly adhere to its vision and mission, it accedes to the tagline
“The Institute of Fish Processing Technology, your partner in postharvest fisheries”.
VISION AND MISSION
VISION
Dynamic, global, and lead center of excellence in post harvest fisheries.
MISSION
- Develop qualified human resources for the country’s fisheries sector.
- Advance the field of postharvest fisheries through basic and cutting edge research programs.
- Conduct public service and outreach programs that enable the institute to share its expertise with mentors and users of technology.
- Provide policy directions in postharvest fisheries.
WHO WE ARE
As an academic institution, its curricular offerings are aimed at equipping students with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and analytical capabilities that will enable them to address challenges and concerns in the field of post-harvest fisheries. The faculty and researchers of the institute are licensed fishery professionals with expertise in the fields of post-harvest fisheries handling and processing, food quality and safety, fishery product development, fisheries quality management, microbiology, molecular biology, fisheries biochemistry, fishery entrepreneurship, and marketing systems, among other specializations.
FACULTY MEMBERS
Prof. Encarnacion Emilia S. Yap
Professor 9 and Vice Chancellor for Research and Extension (VCRE)
Field of Expertise: Fisheries Quality Management; Food Quality and Safety; Post-Harvest Fisheries Fisheries Value Chain Analysis; food quality and safety; new fishery product development
Educational attainment: BSFisheries (cum laude), University of the Philippines, MS Food Science, Cornell University, USA, PhD (Mol Bio & Biochem) (units), Murdoch University, Australia
Contact Information: esyap@up.edu.ph
Dr. Rhoda Mae C. Simora
Assistant Professor 6 and IFPT Director
Field of Expertise: Microbiology, Fish Biotechnology, Molecular Chemistry CRISPR/Cas9 technology, Fish biotechnology, Fish genetics, Microbial enzymes, Seafood safety, Low temperature fish handling, Antiviral genes in fish, Fatty Acids
Educational attainment: BSFisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas, MS Environmental Biotechnology, Gyeongsang National University, South Korea
Contact Information: rcsimora@up.edu.ph
Dr. Sharon N. Nuñal
Associate Professor 6
Field of Expertise: Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Fish Quality & Safety, Fisheries Biochemistry Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Fish Quality & Safety, Fisheries Biochemistry
Educational attainment: BSFisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas, MSBioresources Science, Mie University, Japan PhD Fisheries Science, Kagoshima University, Japan
Contact Information: snnunal@up.edu.ph
Asst. Prof. Lhumen A. Tejano
Assistant Professor 4
Field of Expertise: Fish processing and handling, Product Development Fisheries product quality and safety, fisheries product development, bioactive peptides and functional products from aquatic organisms
Educational attainment: BSFisheries (cum laude), University of the Philippines Visayas, MSFisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas
Contact Information: latejano@up.edu.ph
Asst. Prof. Leonilo F. Endoma Jr.
Assistant Professor 2
Field of Expertise: Fish processing and handling, Product Development Fish processing and handling, Product Development
Educational attainment: BSFisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas, MSFisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas
Contact Information: lfendoma@up.edu.ph
Ms. May Flor S. Muegue
Instructor 4
Field of Expertise: Biochemistry, Microbiology, Fisheries Science, Molecular Biology Biochemistry, Microbiology, Fisheries Science, Molecular Biology
Educational attainment: BSFisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas, MSBiology, University of the Philippines Visayas
Contact Information: msmuegue@up.edu.ph
Ms. Gardel Xyza S. Libunao
Instructor 4
Field of Expertise: Post-Harvest Fisheries, Molecular Biology, Food Science (Fish Chemistry) Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Fish processing and handling
Educational attainment: BSFisheries (magna cum laude), University of the Philippines Visayas, MS Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (ongoing), University of the Philippines Diliman
Contact Information: gxslibunao@up.edu.ph
Ms. Byrille Tiara M. Galon
Instructor 3
Field of Expertise: Fisheries Post Harvest Technologies Microbiology, Molecular Biotechnology, Fisheries Post Harvest Technologies
Educational attainment: BSFisheries (cum laude), University of the Philippines Visayas
Contact Information: bmgalon@up.edu.ph
RESEARCH, EXTENSION and PROFESSIONAL STAFF (REPS)
Ms. Karmelie Jane M. Monaya
University Research Associate 1
Field of Expertise: Fish Processing Fisheries Post Harvest Technologies, Microbiology
Educational attainment: BS Fisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas
Contact Information: kmmonaya@up.edu.ph
Ms. Rose T. Mueda
University Researcher II
Field of Expertise: Fisheries Post Harvest (Handling and Product Development), Food Safety, Entrepreneurship, Marketing System Product Research and Development, Food Safety, Market Research
Educational attainment: BS Fisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas, MS Biology (units), University of the Philippines Visayas, Master of Management (Business Management)(units), University of the Philippines Visayas
Contact Information: rtmueda@up.edu.ph
Dr. Grace N. Palmos
University Research Associate 1
Field of Expertise: Marine Natural Products, Product Research and Development
Educational attainment: BS Fisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas, PhD in Engineering, Gyeongsang National University, South Korea Seafood Science and Technology
Contact Information: gnpalmos1@up.edu.ph
Ms. Mercy B. Quilantang
University Research Associate 1
Field of Expertise: “Product Development for Milkfish and Low Value species Marine Toxin, Water Quality Assessment ” “Fish Protein Hydrolysate from Fish Processing By-products Handling and Product Development for Catfish”
Educational attainment: University Research Associate 1 BS Fisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas, MS Aquaculture, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand, PhD in Fisheries (on Dissertation report writing), University of the Philippines Visayas
Contact Information: mbquilantang@up.edu.ph
LABORATORY & ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Mr. Enrique N. Legaspi III
Administrative Officer IV
Assists the Institute Director in the implementation of the University and Institute policies and activities.
Ms. Rosana G. Alama
Laboratory Technician II
In-charge of the Seafood Processing Laboratory
Educational attainment: BS Fisheries Education, Aklan State Univesity, Aklan, Philippines, M Education, West Visayas State University, Iloilo, Philippines
Ms. Felicitas E. capistrano
Administrative Assistant II
In- charge of the processing of documents re finances and expenditures of IFPT and research projects of IFPT
Educational attainment: BS Commerce (Accounting), San Nicolas University, Surigao City, MM Business Management (units), University of San Agustin, Iloilo City, Philippines
Mr. Joseph Alberto G. Eclar
Administrative Assistant II
Maintains, services and repairs airconditioning units and other cooling appliances such as refrigerators, freezers, coolers and drinking fountains
Educational attainment: Radio Mechanic Electricity, West Visayas College of Science and Technology, Iloilo, Philippines
Mr. Rey M. Eclarinal
Administrative Aide IV
Assist in the clerical works & other activities of the Institute including driving of the official vehicle
Educational attainment: Diploma in Automotive Technology, Iloilo Science and Technology University, Miagao, Iloilo, Philippines
Engr. Jonathan F. Galorport
Engineer III
Supervises the Repair & Maintenance of all facilities and equipment of the Institute
Educational attainment: BS Mechanical Engineering, University of San Agustin, Iloilo, Philippines
Mr. Angelo F. Gamboa
Marine Engineman I
Operates and maintains Institute’s facilities and equipment in Seafood Processing Plant, Fisheries Chemistry Laboratory, Fisheries Microbiology Laboratory and Seafood Processing Laboratory
Educational attainment: Associate in Marine Engineering
Ms. Reysyl Caroline B. Garferio
Laboratory Technician II
In-charge of the Fisheries Microbiology Laboratory
Educational attainment: BS Fisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas, MS Fisheries, University of the Philippines Visayas (Candidate)
MS. Edna N. Monreal
Laboratory Technician II
In-charge of the Fisheries Chemistry Laboratory including the Analytical Services Laboratory
Educational attainment: BS Chemistry, University of San Agustin, Iloilo, Philippines
Mr. Edgar S, Nuevaespaña
Administrative Aide IV
Driver/messenger of the Institute
Educational attainment: Marine engineering (2 yr course)
Mr. Jilson F. Nuevaespaña
Administrative Aide VI
Assists in the academic activities of the Institute; Philippine Fisheries Network, Inc., PhilFIN Support Staff
Educational attainment: BS Commerce major in Management ; 12 units in Master in Management, UP Visayas, Iloilo City
Mr. Michael G. Occeña
Administrative Assistant III
Operates, repairs, and maintains the Institute’s facilities and equipment; assists in the IGP of the Institute
Educational attainment: Associate in Marine Engineering, Western Institute of Technology, Iloilo, Philippines
Ms. Mary Ann G. Serrano
Aquacultural Technician II
Assists in the academic, research and public service activities of the institute Plans, conducts and manages IGPs of the institute
Educational attainment: BS Fisheries (Fisheries Business Management), University of the Philippines Visayas, MM Business Management, University of the Philippines Visayas
EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES
The institute has a diverse line of fish processing facilities that include the Seafood Processing Plant (SPP) and Seafood Processing Laboratory (SPL), with associated facilities including solar drying and shellfish depuration facilities. These facilities contain the essential equipment needed for various fish processing technologies like canning/bottling and smoking, as well as drying and development of value-added products. The institute also has a Fisheries Microbiology Laboratory (FML) and Fisheries Chemistry Laboratory (FCL) equipped with basic and modern instruments for instruction, research, and technical training purposes. Allied facilities of the institute include a library, conference room, faculty and researchers lounge, and rooms for research assistants and graduate students.
SEAFOOD PROCESSING PLANT (SPP)
SEAFOOD PROCESSING LABORATORY (SPL)
FISHERIES MICROBIOLOGY LABORATORY (FML)
FISHERIES CHEMISTRY LABORATORY (FCL)
LIBRARY
SHELLFISH DEPURATION FACILITY
SOLAR DRYING FACILITY
