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Who is the founder of the first pediatric hospital in the Philippines?
Who is the founder of the first pediatric hospital in the Philippines?
Fe Del Mundo
Who is referred to as the Father of Modern Philippine ophthalmology?
Who is referred to as the Father of Modern Philippine ophthalmology?
Germiniano T. de Ocampo
What is Eduard Quisumbing known for?
What is Eduard Quisumbing known for?
A leading authority on plants in the Philippines
What did Ramon C. Barba invent?
What did Ramon C. Barba invent?
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Who led the world’s first national-scale assessment of damage to coral reefs?
Who led the world’s first national-scale assessment of damage to coral reefs?
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Who is known as the Father of Kappaphycus farming?
Who is known as the Father of Kappaphycus farming?
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Which of the following individuals is a Filipino biologist who promotes biodiversity in aquatic ecosystems?
Which of the following individuals is a Filipino biologist who promotes biodiversity in aquatic ecosystems?
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Emil Q Javier is known for his work in the field of astronomy.
Emil Q Javier is known for his work in the field of astronomy.
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What are the two types of thinking described in the context of modern technology?
What are the two types of thinking described in the context of modern technology?
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Which aspect is NOT part of the four causes of technology as explained in philosophical terms?
Which aspect is NOT part of the four causes of technology as explained in philosophical terms?
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Who is associated with the concepts of phenomenology and existentialism in relation to technology?
Who is associated with the concepts of phenomenology and existentialism in relation to technology?
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In the context provided, what is the primary focus of calculative thinking?
In the context provided, what is the primary focus of calculative thinking?
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What does the term 'enframing' refer to in the context of revealing modern technology?
What does the term 'enframing' refer to in the context of revealing modern technology?
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Study Notes
Pre-Colonial Period
- The Banaue Rice Terraces are a significant example of pre-colonial science and technology in the Philippines.
Colonial Period
- The Spanish colonial period in the Philippines significantly influenced the development of science and technology during this period.
Post-Colonial Period
- Fe del Mundo is a renowned Filipina pediatrician who established the first pediatric hospital in the Philippines, showcasing advancements in healthcare.
- Eduardo Quisumbing, a Filipino biologist specializing in plants, made substantial contributions to the study of Philippine flora, including orchids.
- Emil Q Javier, a Filipino plant geneticist and agronomist, played a crucial role in improving agricultural practices in the Philippines.
- Germiniano T. de Ocampo, a pioneer in Philippine ophthalmology, established the Philippine Eye Bank, contributing to the development of eye care.
- Angel C. Alcala, a Filipino biologist, dedicated his expertise to promoting biodiversity in the aquatic ecosystems of the Philippines.
- Ramon C. Barba, a Filipino inventor and horticulturist, innovated a method to stimulate flower production in mango trees using ethrel and potassium nitrate.
- Edgardo D. Gomez, a Filipino biologist, led the world's first nationwide assessment of damage to coral reefs.
- Gavino C. Trono Jr., a Filipino biologist specializing in marine phycology, widely recognized as the "father of Kappaphycus farming," played a pivotal role in seaweed biodiversity research.
Philosophy
- The study of existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind and language
Technological Optimism and Pessimism
- Technological optimism views technology as a positive force for good
- Technological pessimism is the view that technology has negative consequences for individuals and society
Martin Heidegger (1889-1976)
- German philosopher whose work is associated with phenomenology and existentialism
- Emphasized technology as a revealing way
Technology as a Human Activity
- Technology utilizes material causes, formal causes, final causes and efficient causes
- Material cause is the material of the object (e.g. silver for a cup)
- Formal cause is the shape or form of the object (e.g. shape of a cup)
- Final cause is the purpose of the object (e.g. to hold liquid)
- Efficient cause is the agent that creates the object (e.g. the silversmith)
Enframing
- The way modern technology reveals the world
- Calculative thinking is a mode of revealing where the world is ordered and systematized
- Meditative thinking is a mode of revealing where nature reveals itself to the individual
Modern technology
- Dominates and manipulates nature for human purposes
- Turns nature into a resource to be exploited
- Reduces nature to a standing reserve
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Explore the evolution of science and technology in the Philippines through the pre-colonial, colonial, and post-colonial periods. This quiz covers significant figures and advancements that shaped healthcare, agriculture, and more. Test your knowledge on the contributions of notable Filipino scientists and their impact on society.
