UPPI mourns the passing of Dr. Yasuhiko Saito of the Nihon University Population Research Institute. We are so grateful for his invaluable contribution in establishing and advancing aging research in the country. We also extend our heartfelt condolences to his loved ones during this difficult time.
The University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI) is now accepting applications for the following graduate degree programs for the Academic Year 2026-2027. The deadline for application is on May 15, 2026. Early submissions are highly encouraged.
𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗡𝗢𝗪!
𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐤. They are resilient, capable, and worthy of support.
It is not a character flaw. Being able to recognize it shows awareness, not fragility.
Different generations face different challenges. Each is valid. Let's replace assumptions with evidence and judgment with understanding.
Filipino youth have healthy self-esteem and high self-efficacy, both indicators of psychological strength. Depression isn't weakness. It's a complex mental health condition influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors.
It's official! UP Population Institute (UPPI) is lending its research expertise to the City of Pasig. UPPI will provide technical support to the Pasig City Population and Development Office, focusing on leveraging demographic data towards data-driven & people-centered governance.
The deadline for the submission of abstracts and/or panel proposals is extended until Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Don't miss your chance to be part of the conversation on population and climate resilience in the Philippines!
Submit your abstracts here: bit.ly/ppa2026paper...
The clock is ticking! You only have two days left to submit your abstracts for the 2026 PPA International Scientific Conference in Cagayan de Oro City. Don’t miss the chance to share your research on population and climate resilience in the Philippines!
Dr. Sachil Singh of York University shared his final reflection during the UPPI Brown Bag Series held on December 9 in Room 1309, Palma Hall, UP Diliman.
UPPI was recognized by the UPD-QAO for its contribution to UP’s standing in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings (SDGs). The recognition was given during the QS & The Rankings Symposium on December 5, 2025 at the UP National Engineering Center, UP Diliman.
To those who are interested in attending the brown bag session, you may register through this link: forms.gle/9epuZjbjDZJW...
See you!! 🧡
UPPI will feature Dr. Sachil Singh of York University, Canada, for next month's brown bag session. His study answers the crucial question: Is it Race or Racism that is a Social Determinant of Health?
📅: 9 December 2025
🕑: 2:30 PM
📍: Room 1309, Palma Hall
Don't miss it!
UPPI Professor Grace T. Cruz is currently at the Centre for Demographic Research (DEMO) at the Université Catholique de Louvain (UCL) in Louvain-la-Neuve, Belgium as a Visiting Lecturer. This visit is supported by the Visiting Lecturers and FSR-PhD School grant from DEMO-UCL.
Join the UP Population Institute (UPPI) as it participates in the Linggo ng KAPP 2025 celebration with a special lecture on Friday, October 24, 2025 at PH 1309, UP Diliman. Don't miss out! Register now: forms.gle/HMPEhXE42dXT...
UPPI faculty and students attended the 16th National Convention on Statistics (NCS), with the theme, "Accelerating the SDG Pace of Progress: Mobilizing Data for All," from October 1 to 3, 2025, at the Manila Hotel.
Only four days left! Remember to mark your calendars for the UP Population Institute's Brown Bag Session this Friday, October 10, 2025, at 1:30 PM in PH 1309, UPPI.
Register here: forms.gle/6FULQcQL73VH...
See you there! 🧡
UPPI proudly celebrates Assoc. Prof. Jose Andres F. Ignacio and his co-authors (Laila G. Soliven, Alberto C. Marin, and Kidd Alonzo Juwan T. Palanca) for winning the 3rd Best Paper award at the 11th National Social Science Congress held in Baguio City from September 18 to 20, 2025. 🥉🏆 Congrats! 👏
In observance of the International Day of Older Persons, the University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI) and the Demographic Research and Development Foundation, Inc. (DRDF, Inc.) take pride in sharing our publications on aging. 📚
Happy International Day of Older Persons! 💟🧓👵
Join our expert, Asst. Prof. Xavier Javines Bilon, ECE, as he shares his research on sociodemographic biases in large language models. If you are a college or graduate student interested in AI and health education, this session is for you! Register here: forms.gle/6FULQcQL73VH...
See you there! 🧡
Congrats to Dr. Elma P. Laguna and Dr. Grace T. Cruz for their International Publication Awards! 🎉Using the data from the Longitudinal Study of Ageing and Health in the Philippines (LSAHP), their research contributes to population studies, addressing issues related to SDG 3: Good Health & Wellbeing.
Nakikiisa ang UP Population Institute sa pagdiriwang ng International Youth Day. Sa gitna ng mga masalimuot na balita, hindi mawawala ang ating pananalig sa mga kabataang Pinoy na patuloy na ginagamit ang angking talino at husay para sa kapakanan ng kanilang komunidad. Happy International Youth Day!
The University of the Philippines Population Institute (UPPI) has warmly welcomed its new graduate students at the recently concluded student orientation for the first semester of academic year 2025-2026 last Thursday, August 7, 2025, at PH 1309, Palma Hall, UP Diliman.
Only two days left! Remember to mark your calendars for the UP Population Institute's Brown Bag Session this Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 1:00 PM in PH 1309, UPPI.
See you there! 🧡
