About PSFS
- Promotion of scientific knowledge in freshwater science or related fields through workshops, symposia, training, reports, and publications
- Stimulation of scientific investigations and advancements in the frontiers of freshwater sciences and allied fields
- Contribution to the development of education in Freshwater Science
- Recognition and accreditation of members in different specialized fields of freshwater science
The logo

The water-drop-shaped logo symbolizes the importance of water itself to humanity and nature. This is outlined by the Philippine archipelago enclosed by an illustration of a flowing water (lotic) ecosystem. The two distinct dark blue-colored shapes that rest upon the base of the water drop represents groundwater and standing water (lentic) ecosystems, respectively. The light-colored line on top of these two illustrations represents available fresh water to be utilized in sustenance of life. Together, these signify the entire freshwater ecosystems in which the Filipino society must sustainably utilize and continually protect.
Interim Officers
(2018-2020)

President
Francis S. Magbanua, Ph.D.
Vice President
Rey Donne S. Papa, Ph.D.
Corresponding Secretary
Teresita R. Perez, Ph.D.
Recording Secretary
Jhoana M. Garces, M.Sc.
Treasurer
Jhaydee Ann Pascual, M.Sc.
Business Manager
Daniel Edison Husana, Ph.D.
Auditor
Ma. Vivian C. Camacho, Ph.D.
Public Relations Officer
Milette U. Mendoza, M.Sc.
Liaison Officer
Jonathan Carlo A. Briones, Ph.D.
Division Heads
Systematics and Evolution
Jonas Quilang, Ph.D.
Conservation and Management
Adelina S. Borja, M.Sc.
Invasive Species
Adelaida Palma, DFT
Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture
Ma. Lourdes C. Aralar, Ph.D.
Physical Limnology
Augustus C. Mamaril, M.Sc.
Freshwater Ecology
Daniel Edison Husana, Ph.D.
Special Awardees
PSFBE 2016
Prof. Augustus C. Mamaril, M.Sc.
Freshwater Taxonomist Award (Zooplankton)
Prof. Roberto C. Pagulayan, Ph.D.
Freshwater Biology Mentor Award
Prof. Emeritus Macrina T. Zafaralla, Ph.D.
Community Engagement and Environmental Awareness Award
Adelina C. Santos-Borja, M.Sc.
Environmental Science and Management Award
Acad. Prof. Rafael D. Guerrero III, Ph.D.
Public Service Award
Prof. Ruben C. Umaly, Ph.D.
Special Award
Maria Lourdes Cuvin-Aralar, Dr.sc.agr.
Special Award
PSFBE 2018
Milagrosa R. Martinez-Goss, Ph.D
Freshwater Taxonomist Award (Phytoplankton)
Alejandro Enriquez Santiago, M.A.
Public Service Award
Teresita Ramos Perez, Ph.D.
Freshwater Biology Mentor Award
Adelaida L. Palma , D.F.T. (Ret.)
Environmental Science Management Award
Victor Salcedo Soliman, Ph.D.
Freshwater Conservation Award