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Ma. Mercedes T. Rodrigo; School of Science and Engineering, Ateneo de Manila University
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Science; Engineering
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The Loyola Schools Review Science & Engineering Edition is a venue for sharing some of the Ateneo de Manila’s research output. It is my honor to introduce a sampling of the work of the School of Science and Engineering in this sixth volume.
The volume begins with two papers on topics that showcase the beauty of mathematics. Dr. Ma. Louise Antonette N. De Las Peñas and Ms. Eden Delight B. Provido present a method to determine symmetries of semi-regular tilings on the plane. The symmetry group of uncolored tilings is an essential component of the important problem of constructing symmetrically colored tilings. Mr. Eric Cesar E. Vidal, Jr. discusses an algorithm to produce soft shadows that provide greater realism in three-dimensional virtual worlds. Compared to existing algorithms, this algorithm produces nearly the same quality of output in less time.
Our next two papers reflect the University’s continuing concern for the environment. Dr. Vivian A. Panes, Mr. Ralph Arnold S. Lasala, Dr. Vivian S. Tolentino, and Dr. Merab A. Chan gauge the genetic diversity of garlic species in the Philippines using a combination of morphological data and random amplified polymorphic DNA analysis. Genetic diversity is essential for populations to adapt to environmental changes and is directly related to the reproductive fitness of a species. Dr. Rene Juna R. Claveria, Dr. Teresita R. Perez, Ms. Jona Kristel V. Tesorero, Ms. Benica Joy D. Pasaporte, and Ms. Gillian Mari S. Bayugo analyze rock and sediments in San Pablo, Laguna to determine the origins of the elevated sulfates in the area. The analysis shows that the sulfates are not attributable to volcanism but may instead come from anthropogenic sources.
Mr. Proceso L. Fernandez, Jr. takes the concept of evolution and applies it to computation. He examines the performance of two genetic algorithms when parameters such as tournament size and mutation probability are modified. He finds that varying these parameters produce good results for one problem and sub-optimal results for the other.
In our last paper, Mr. Ariel A. Maguyon discusses a business process reengineering case. He illustrates how BPR can help make improvements in the operations of even small corporations.
The Loyola Schools Review is made possible through the efforts and diverse talents of dedicated people. I thank Dr. Reginaldo M. Marcelo, our Assistant Editor, for patiently journeying with me in the production of this issue; Dr. Ma. Assunta C. Cuyegkeng, our former editor, for sharing her insights and experience; Ms. Karen B. Cardenas and her staff at the Office of Research and Publication, for their continuing support; the authors for generously contributing their work
to this volume; and our referees, whose thoughtful critiques helped ensure the quality of our publication.
Ma. Mercedes T. Rodrigo
Quezon City
27 November 2006
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Loyola Schools, Ateneo de Manila University
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2008-05-22
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http://www.philjol.info/index.php/LSR/article/view/285
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Loyola Schools Review; Vol 6 (2007); vii-viii
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en
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Philippines
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The individual authors assert the copyright of their works, and the Office of Research and Publications asserts the copyright of the journals under the Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines [Republic Act No. 8293] and any provisions thereof. For inquiries on multiple reproduction or publication of the works, please contact orp@admu.edu.ph
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