ADMU’S BACK-TO-BACK WIN FOR NIGQC 2026

    By: KD Dijan | Kataegis

    Ateneo de Manila University (AdMU) remain as champions of the National Intercollegiate Genetics Quiz Contest (NIGQC) organized by The UPLB Genetics Society (GeneSoc) as it made its long-awaited return on September 21, 2026, at the DENR Multipurpose Hall in Quezon City.

    After 2 years, the event widened its reach as they collaborated with Ecosystems Research and Development Bureau (ERDB) as part of their Biotechnology Week celebration and brought together students from different universities to test their knowledge of genetics.

    This year’s NIGQC highlighted the role of environmental genetics under the theme, “For GENErations to Come: Genomics for Conservation and Climate Resilience.” The theme emphasized the potential of genomics to support biodiversity conservation and strengthen resilience to climate change.

    Aside from the quiz contest, the event also featured minor competitions throughout the day, including Digital Poster-Making, Extemporaneous Speech, and Eco-Tech-Tok. These activities provided students with additional opportunities to showcase their skills and knowledge of how genomics can contribute to environmental conservation and climate resilience.

    Beyond GeneSoc’s efforts to promote genetics education and awareness, the success of the event was also made possible through the support of organizations that share its commitment to advancing science. The contest was sponsored by ALTech Vialab, CropLife Philippines Inc., and Medical Test Systems Inc., with media partners VSU Biotechnological Society, UP Scientifico, UP Society of Agricultural Engineering Students (UP SAGES), Samahang Ekolohiya ng UPLB (SAMAEKO-UPLB), UP Statistical Society, UST College of Science Student Council, The UPLB  Microbiological Society, and UPV PH Pub helping extend the event’s reach to a wider audience.

    Through NIGQC, GeneSoc continues its commitment to making genetics more accessible to students across the Philippines.