Welcome to the Institute of Environmental Science & Meteorology
Established in 2003, The Institute of Environmental Science & Meteorology, or IESM, is an academic unit of the College of Science in the University of the Philippines, Diliman.
IESM is committed to providing top-tier education in environmental and atmospheric sciences, equipping graduate students with the knowledge and skills needed to address environmental challenges in the Philippines and beyond.
IESM is a hub for innovative research in environmental science and meteorology, leading studies that advance our understanding of climate, weather systems, and sustainable development, both regionally and globally.
IESM plays a vital role in supporting national and regional efforts to mitigate environmental risks, offering expert guidance, and collaborating with government agencies and the public to enhance public safety and environmental stewardship.
News and Announcements
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Thesis Defense of Nadine Reece Florentino
The thesis defense of Ms. Nadine Reece T. Florentino will be on Monday, 18 May 2026, 9:00 AM at IESM Auditorium, IESM Building. Her paper is titled “The Influence of Laguna Lake on Temperature and Rainfall in Metro Manila”. Thesis Defense Committee:
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Thesis Defense of Jay Ann Lomod
The thesis defense of Ms. Jay Ann Q. Lomod will be on Thursday, 14 May 2024, 8:00 AMat IESM Auditorium, IESM Building. Her paper is titled “Quantifying Renewable Groundwater Stress and Developing a Groundwater Quantity Stress Index for the Philippines Using Feature Importance Analysis”. Thesis Defense Committee:
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Applications open for DOST-ASTHRDP Graduate Scholarship for 1st Semester AY 2026–2027
The UP Diliman College of Science has announced that applications for the DOST-ASTHRDP Graduate Scholarship for the 1st Semester of Academic Year 2026–2027 are now open. Interested applicants may submit their applications until 08 May 2026. The application form may be accessed through this link: bit.ly/UPD-ASTHRDP_1st-26-27. For full details, applicants are advised to refer to
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Candidacy Examination of Jayson Cabral
The Candidacy Examination schedule of Mr. Jayson S. Cabral will be on Friday, 15 May 2026, at 1:00 PM via Zoom. His paper is titled “Potential Role of Grasslands in Carbon Capture and Storage”. Examination Committee:
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Candidacy Examination of Roger Dologuin
The Candidacy Examination of Mr. Roger B. Dologuin Jr. will be on Friday, 15 May 2026, at 9:00 AM via Zoom. His paper is titled “Assessing River Water Quality Models: Processes, Tools, and the Philippine Applications”. Examination Committee:
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Applications to IESM Graduate Programs Are Now Open For AY 2026-2027
The Institute of Environmental Science and Meteorology (IESM) is now accepting applications to its graduate programs for AY 2026-2027. Applicants may apply to the following programs: IESM offers graduate training grounded in strong research, interdisciplinary learning, and a commitment to addressing environmental and atmospheric challenges. Through its programs, students are equipped with advanced knowledge and