• 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.

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

PSFBE 2022

Hendrik Freitag, Dr. rer. nat.
Freshwater Taxonomist Award

Carlito Barril, Ph.D.
Freshwater Science Mentor Award

Friends of the Seven Lakes Foundation, Inc. (FSLS)
Community Engagement and Environmental Awareness Award

Carmelita Hansel, Ph.D.
Environmental Science and Management Award

Laguna Lake Development Authority (LLDA)
Public Service Award

Samahan ng mga Kababaihan at Bangkera ng Lawa ng Pandin
Special Award

Mr. Mandy Mariño
Special Award

National Research Council of the Philippines
Special Award

PSFBE 2024

Raegan Joseph Villanueva, M.D.
Freshwater Taxonomist Award

Susana F. Baldia, Ph.D.
Freshwater Science Mentor Award

Robert S. Guino-o II, Ph.D.
Community Engagement and Environmental Science Award

Maria Theresa M. Mutia, Ph.D.
Environmental Science and Management Award

Freshwater Fisheries Research and Development Center
National Fisheries Research and Development Institute
Public Service Award

Balinsasayaw Twin Lakes Natural Park
Protected Area Management Office
Public Service Award

Dr. Luki Subehi
Research Center for Limnology and Water Resources of the Indonesian National Research and Innovation Agency
Southeast Asian Limnological Network (SEALNet)
Special Award