School: Newcastle University

Jaime Rodolfo “Jaro” Garcia III is a PhD researcher and student at Newcastle University in the UK. He integrates concepts of polymer chemistry, nanomaterials, and biotechnology to develop solutions to biological challenges.

Jelaine Gan is a biologist taking up her PhD in Biology at Newcastle University in the UK. She has published a book entitled “Wild City: A Photographic Guide to Amphibians, Mammals, and Reptiles of Metro Manila”, which encourages Filipinos to explore and learn more about the biodiversity in our cities.