Alternative Methods of Producing Iodized Salt

Abstract Due to the high incidence of iodine deficiency diseases (IDD) in the Philippines, iodized salt has become quite popular on the market. The aim of this research project is to discover different methods of…

Liquid Crystals from Coconut Oil Fatty Acids

Abstract Liquid crystals are fluids that are between the solid and conventional liquid phases. Liquid crystals are in widespread use, especially in optical technologies. They are synthesized by combining fatty acids with cholesterol. This study…

Seaweed Chips Nutritional Snack Food

Abstract There is an abundance of snack foods in the market today, but few incorporate substantial nutrients. Since this kind of food is popular to the young, the group ascertained that a nutritious alternative would…

Cogon Grass Cardboard Food Packaging

Abstract The feasibility of cogon grass (Imperata cylindrica) as a substitute for cardboard food packaging was studied in this research project. The cogon grass was cut, boiled, and crushed in order to get the pulp….

Basella Rubra Biological Stain

Abstract This research project is aimed at producing a natural stain for plant and animal tissues that is inexpensive and whose sources are indigenous and abundant. Biological stains make possible the viewing of microscopic plant…

Wastepaper and Coir with Okra Mucilage

Abstract Presently, people everywhere are focusing on environmental concerns. As a result, there are movements toward recycling wastes and using natural substances. Recycled paper is one of the more popular forms, since it is possible…

Spider Silk Textile Fiber

Abstract This research project is aimed at testing the possibility of using spiders as an alternative source of silk. The spiders used for this research are members of the species Nephila clavipes collected at the…