About Us



› Vision


To be the leading multi-professional organization in the establishment, implementation and monitoring of programs and activities geared towards the advancement of laboratory animal science in the Philippines



› Mission


The PALAS shall lead in the professional development and education among the different stakeholders involved in animal teaching, research and testing


  • To promote the proper care and use of experimental defined animals for scientific research and testing through training programs

  • To educate laboratory animal users or personnel and laboratory animal facility users on the Animal Care and Use Program

  • To serve as an avenue for scientific exchange of information and expertise in the field of laboratory animal science


› Core Values


P - ROFFESIONALISMupholds competence in the exercise of duties and responsibilities among its members
A - CCOUNTABILITYtakes full responsibility in all of its programs and endeavours
L - EADERSHIPis the prime mover in Laboratory Animal Science
A - CCURACYconforms to the humane and ethical use of laboratory animals consistent with the Animal Welfare Law
S - USTAINABILITYcontinues to provide relevant programs that meet the needs of the present and future members
 

Board of Directors (2018-2019)

President

:Dr. Rohani B. Cena

Vice President

:Dr. Melissa Marie R. Rondina

Secretary

:Dr. Halcyon Dawn G. Nicolas

Treasurer

:Dr. Sharon Yvette Angelina M. Villanueva

Auditor

:Dr. Mark Pierre S. Dimamay

Board of Directors

:Dr. Joseph S. Masangkay

:Dr. Ramelo Ramirez Jr.

:Dr. Adrian P. Ybañez

:Ms. Raquel O. Rubio

Immediate Past President

:Dr. Maria Amelita C. Estacio