23rd MSU-IIT Annual In-House Review of Research and Development Projects

Acad. Fernando P. Siringan, Ph.D. is an esteemed Academician of the National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), Philippines, recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to the understanding of environmental changes and processes across geological to historical timescales. His research has profoundly advanced scientific knowledge on how natural and anthropogenic factors influence coastal and marine environments, enabling both local and national policymakers to make informed, science-based decisions in environmental management and disaster risk reduction.

A distinguished geologist, Dr. Siringan has worked extensively with students and collaborators on the reconstruction of precipitation and sea level patterns, analysis of fossil records to assess the resilience of modern coral reefs to climate-induced warming, and mapping of coastal zones prone to marine inundation and erosion. His pioneering studies have also shed light on the roles of warming seas and eutrophication in harmful algal blooms and the impact of large volcanic eruptions on marine primary productivity. Currently, he continues to explore coastal-plain subsidence and its connection to worsening floods, as well as the emerging field of submarine groundwater discharge, contributing vital insights into the interactions between terrestrial and marine systems.

Dr. Siringan earned his Bachelor of Science in Geology (1983) and Master of Science in Geology (1988) from the University of the Philippines Diliman, and his Doctor of Philosophy in Geology (1993) from Rice University in the United States. His primary research interests include Marine and Coastal Geology, Sedimentology, and Paleoclimate.

Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Siringan has been honored with multiple distinctions for his scientific excellence, including:

• UP Scientist I, University of the Philippines (2006, 2009)
• Gregorio Y. Zara Award for Basic Research (2008)
• UP Centennial Professional Chair, University of the Philippines (2008, 2009)
• Academician, National Academy of Science and Technology (2010)
  
  

Dr. Siringan’s lifelong dedication to advancing geoscience research and mentoring the next generation of Filipino scientists continues to shape the nation’s scientific and environmental landscape.

Academician, National Academy of Science and Technology, Philippines
Division: Mathematical and Physical Sciences 
Specialization: Geology
Professor, UP Marine Science Institute