The Philippine Cancer Center (PCC), in collaboration with the Biobank Core Facility of the Philippine Genome Center (PGC), University of the Philippines, is undertaking an initiative to assess and develop the landscape for molecular and genomic research, biobanking, and tumor banking in the Philippines.
Date: April 1-2, 2025
Location: Institute of Biology - Auditorium, UP Diliman
Reminder: Accommodation and transportation expenses incurred by participants from their originating point to the venue shall be charged to their respective sending agencies or organizations, subject to usual accounting and auditing rules and regulations.
Parking will be available at:
Arrive early to secure a parking spot.
Parking is on first-come, first-served basis. Please note:
Consider arriving early or using public transport.
Please wear smart casual attire during the workshop proper. Bring comfortable attire along with a jacket or alike which is encouraged for added comfort and if preferred by the participants. Semi-formal / smart casual attire would be appreciated for the dinner gathering.
The Department of Health (DOH) has issued important advisories regarding the Technical Report Validation Workshop at the Philippine Cancer Center’s Molecular and Genomics Research Laboratory, Biobank, and Tumor Bank. Please review the official advisories for details.
A full day of discussions and validations on facility design, workforce needs, and governance.
| TIME | ACTIVITIES |
|---|---|
| 08:00 - 09:00 AM | Registration of participants |
| 09:00 - 09:05 AM | Welcome Remarks Dr. Alfonso G. Nuñez III Interim Executive Director, Philippine Cancer Center |
| 09:05 - 09:15 AM | Opening Remarks Dr. Ariel I. Valencia Assistant Secretary of Health |
| 09:15 - 09:45 AM | Overview of the Technical Report (Summary of key findings and proposed plans) |
| 09:45 - 10:00 AM | AM Snacks |
| 10:00 - 11:00 AM | Discussion on PCC Facility Design & Infrastructure |
| 11:00 - 12:00 PM | Discussion on PCC Equipment Prioritization & Information Systems |
| 12:00 - 01:30 PM | Lunch Break |
| 01:30 - 02:30 PM | Discussion on PCC Human Resource & Workshop Needs |
| 02:30 - 03:30 PM | Discussion on PCC Governance |
| 03:30 - 03:45 PM | PM Snacks |
| 03:45 - 04:30 PM | Synthesis of Discussion |
| TIME | ACTIVITIES |
|---|---|
| 9:00 - 9:15 AM | Recap |
| 9:15 - 9:45 AM |
Presentation of existing guidelines related to molecular/genomic research, biobanking, and tumor banking The Philippine Genome Center |
| 9:45 - 10:00 AM | AM Snacks |
| 10:00 - 12:00 PM | Discussion and Validation of PCC General SOPs and other operational requirements |
| 12:00 - 1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30 - 2:30 PM | Discussion and Validation of PCC Financial Plan and Sustainability |
| 2:30 - 3:30 PM | Discussion and Validation of PCC’s Potential Partnership Opportunities and PPP model |
| 3:30 - 3:45 PM | PM Snacks |
| 3:45 - 4:15 PM | Synthesis of discussions and overall recommendations for PCC’s development plan |
| 4:15 - 4:30 PM |
Closing Remarks
Dr. Carol Narra, Division Chief, Cancer Control Research Division,
Philippine Cancer Center |
You’re invited! The Biobank Core Facility welcomes all stakeholders to an exclusive formal dinner at UP Hotel on April 1, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. This evening marks the successful day 1 of our two-day workshop—a chance to connect, collaborate, and strengthen our shared commitment. Join us for an evening of insightful discussions and professional networking.
Dinner Gathering – Registration is now closed. Priority will be given to those who have already registered. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to seeing our confirmed guests!
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Telephone: +63-2-8981-8500
Email: biobankcorefacility.pgc@up.edu.ph
Address: A. Ma. Regidor St., PGC Building, UP Diliman Campus, Quezon City, 1101
