Oral Presentations

Underlined names are presentor.

International

1. dela Cruz TEE. Fungal Biodiversity from the Paleotropics: Lessons from the Philippines. Symposium on Biodiversity, Climate and Natural Resources in the Congo Basin, 15-18 November 2023, Yaounde, Cameroon.
2. dela Cruz TEE. Slime Molds and the City: Impact of Urban Buildings on Myxomycetes. Asian Mycological Congress, 10-13 October 2023, Busan, South Korea.
3. dela Cruz TEE. Exploiting the fungus Trichoderma for the environmental cleanup of coastal and marine environments. 4th International Conference on Integrated Coastal Management and Marine Biotechnology, 12-13 September 2023, Bali, Indonesia.
4. dela Cruz TEE, Cabutaje EM, Mapalo VJ. Impacts of natural disasters on microbial diversity: a case study of myxomycetes from tropical forests and grasslands in the Philippines. 10^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 25-28 February 2020, Turrialba, Costa Rica.
5. Eloreta MFB, Policina MS, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity of myxomycetes along forest edge of Mt. Isarog Natural Park, Camarines Sur, Philippines. 10^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 25-28 February 2020, Turrialba, Costa Rica.
6. Policina MS, dela Cruz TEE. Myxomycetes associated with mahogany trees in Angat Watershed Forest Reserve, Bulacan Province, Philippines. 10^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 25-28 February 2020, Turrialba, Costa Rica.
7. Cabutaje EM, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity of myxomycetes in typhoon-prone areas: a case study in beach and inland forests of Aurora and Quezon Province, Philippines. 2^nd International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, 11-12 April 2019, Bali, Indonesia.
8. Nace JR, dela Cruz TEE. Slime Molds In Time: Assessment of Temporal Distribution of Myxomycetes in Bulusan Volcano Natural Park, Philippines. 3^rd ASEAN Microbial Biotechnology Conference and 4^th ANMicro Meeting, 24-26 April 2018, Sarawak, Kuching, Malaysia.
9. Macaspac AJM, dela Cruz TEE. Algicidal activity of marine-derived fungi isolated from macroalgae and the mussel Perna viridis. International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, 10-11 November 2016, Universiti Technologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
10. dela Cruz TEE. Learning Science is fun. 2^nd International Conference and 6^th National Tri-Level Conference of Teachers and Educators, 03-05 October 2016, Century Park Hotel, Manila, Philippines.
11. Lactaoen EJR, Dagamac NHA, Schnittler M, dela Cruz TEE. Synconia of different Philippine Ficus species as a special substrata for myxomycetes: Assessment of biodiversity and ecological patterns. ASEAN Microbial Biotechnology Conference and 3^rd ANMicro Meeting, 03-04 August 2016, Bali, Indonesia.
12. Notarte KIR, Nakao Y, Yaguchi T, Suganuma K, dela Cruz TEE. Anti-infective and cytotoxic activities of marine fungi derived from Philippine macroalgae and seagrasses (Young Researcher’s Workshop – Oral & Poster), 24-27 July 2016, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
13. dela Cruz TEE, Paguirigan JA. Exploring the tropical lichens of the Philippines for biodiversity, biocontrol and bioactivities. Korean Lichen Research Institute (KolRI) International Symposium and Workshop on Asian Lichen Biodiversity, 20-22 July 2016, Sunchon National University, Sunchon, Korea.
14. Gazo SMT, Santiago KAA, Tjitrosoedirjo SS, dela Cruz TEE. Biocontrol activities of the lichen Ramalina from the Guimaras Island, Philippines. Korean Lichen Research Institute (KolRI) International Symposium and Workshop on Asian Lichen Biodiversity, 20-22 July 2016, Sunchon National University, Sunchon, Korea.
15. Notarte KIR, Nakao Y, Yaguchi T, dela Cruz TEE. Do Philippine marine-derived fungi produce antibacterial and anticancer metabolites? The case of the marine Aspergillus species. 1^st Interntional DOST-SEI ASTHRDP-NSC Scholar’s Conference, 07-08 April 2016, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
16. Pecundo MH, Dagamac NHA, Schnittler M, dela Cruz TEE. Exploring the slime molds of the Philippines: A comparative diversity study of myxomycetes in two lowland forests in Mindoro Island, Philippines. 1^st Interntional DOST-SEI ASTHRDP-NSC Scholar’s Conference, 07-08 April 2016, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
17. dela Cruz TEE, Dagamac NHA. Updates, Challenges and Opportunties of Slime Mold Research in the Philippines. The World Academy of Sciences (TWAS) 13^th General Conference and 26^th General Meeting, 18-21 November 2015, Austrian Academy of Sciences, Vienna, Austria.
18. Leaño BTD, Lim YW, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and molecular phylogeny of macrofungi collected in Sablayan Watershed Forest Reserve and Mount Malasimbo, Mindoro Island, Philippines. Asian Mycological Congress, 07-10 October 2015, Goa University, Goa, India.
19. De Jesus E, Hur JS, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomy, molecular phylogeny and bioactivities of corticolous lichens from Mt. Banahaw, Quezon Province, Philippines. Asian Mycological Congress, 07-10 October 2015, Goa University, Goa, India.
20. Callores RFG, Hur JS, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomy and diversity of foliicolous lichens in Sablayan Watershed Forest Reserve and Mount Malasimbo, Mindoro Island, Philippines. Asian Mycological Congress, 07-10 October 2015, Goa University, Goa, India.     
21. Santiago KAA, Gazo SMT, dela Cruz TEE. The Mystery of the Missing Lichens: Promoting Science to Kids through Comics. International Conference on Science, Research and Popular Culture, 17-18 September 2015, Universitat Alpen-Aldria Klagenfurt, Klagenfurt, Austria.
22. Tarman K, Apurillo CC, dela Cruz TEE. Fungal biodiversity for sustainable development: Assessing the diversity and bioactive metabolites of fungal endophytes associated with Indonesian and Philippine mangroves. Global Young Academy 5^th Annual General Meeting, 25-29 May 2015, Chateau Montebello, Quebec, Canada. (awarded Best Oral Presentation )
23. Apurillo CCS, Cai L, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and phylogenetic analysis of fungal endophytes from selected Philippine mangroves. 25^th Asian Association of Biology Educators (AABE) Biennial Conference, 13-16 October 2014, Crystal Crown Hotel, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.
24. dela Cruz TEE, Rollins AW, Stephenson SL. Comparative diversity of myxomycetes in paleotropical (Philippines) and temperate (USA) forests. 8^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 12-15 August 2014, Hulong Hotspring Resort, Changchun, China.
25. Pecundo MH, dela Cruz TEE. Looking at the diversity of myxomycetes in the limestone forests of Puerto Princessa Subterranean National Park in Palawan, Southern Philippines. 8^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 12-15 August 2014, Hulong Hotspring Resort, Changchun, China.
26. Rea MAD, Dagamac NHA, Huyop F, Wahad RA, dela Cruz TEE. Comparative diversity and biosorption potential of myxomycetes from forest patches on ultramafic and volcanic soils. 8^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 12-15 August 2014, Hulong Hotspring Resort, Changchun, China. (awarded Best Oral Student Presentation, 1^st place)
27. dela Cruz TEE, Apurrilo CCS, Moron LS, Ramirez CSP. The PhilFUB Project: documenting fungal endophytes from Philippine mangroves. 1^st ASEAN Microbial Biotechnology Conference and ASEAN Network on Microbial Utilization Inagural Meeting, 19-21 February 2014, Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand.
28. dela Cruz TEE, Ramirez CSP, Moron LS, Bungihan ME. Antimicrobial activities and secondary metabolites of fungal leaf endophytes from Philippine mangroves. Asian Mycological Congress 2013 and 13^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 19 – 23 August 2013, China National Convention Center, Beijing, China.
29. Buaya AT, Stephenson SL, dela Cruz TEE. Comparative community analysis of myxomycetes in secondary woodlands, grasslands, and woodland ecoparks in Cavite and Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines. Asian Mycological Congress 2013 and 13th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 19 – 23 August 2013, China National Convention Center, Beijing, China.
30. de Leon AM, Reyes RG, dela Cruz TEE. An ethnomycological survey of the macrofungi utilized by the Aeta communities in Central Luzon, Philippines. The 16^th Biological Sciences Graduate Congress, 12-14 December 2011, National University of Singapore, Singapore.
31. Yulo PRJ, dela Cruz TEE. A survey of cellular slime molds (dictyostelids) in Lubang Island, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines. 7^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 09-16 September 2011, Hotel Villa Rica, Recife, Brazil.
32. Torres JMO, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and biobleaching potential of foliicolous fungi from decaying leaves of Philippine mangroves. Asian Mycology Congress 2011 & 12^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 07-11 August 2011, University of Incheon Convention Center, Incheon, South Korea.
33. Dizon DL, dela Cruz TEE. Marine fungi associated with seagrasses of Lubang Island, Philippines: assessment of their antibacterial activities and diversity. Asian Mycology Congress 2011 & 12^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 07-11 August 2011, University of Incheon Convention Center, Incheon, South Korea.
34. Torres JMO, dela Cruz TEE. Xylanase production of foliicolous fungi in decaying mangrove leaves collected from four provinces in Luzon. 6^th Asia-Pacific Biotechnology Congress and 40^th Philippine Society for Microbiology (PSM) Annual Convention, 10-14 May 2011, Philippine International Convention Center, Manila, Philippines. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, Professional Level)
35. dela Cruz TEE, Macabago SAB, Dagamac NHA, Yulo PRJ. Diversity of Philippine myxomycetes: status, progress and challenges. International Conference on Biodiversity and Climate Change, 01-03 February 2011, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Manila, Philippines.
36. Santiago KAA, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomic diversity and distribution of fruticose lichens belonging to the genus Usnea and the threats to their diversity. International Conference on Biodiversity and Climate Change, 01-03 February 2011, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Manila, Philippines. 
37. Torres JMO, Ramirez CSP, dela Cruz TEE. Occurrence and distribution of marine fungi associated with living and decaying mangrove leaves. International Conference on Biodiversity and Climate Change, 01-03 February 2011, Philippine International Convention Center (PICC), Manila, Philippines. 
38. Dizon DL, dela Cruz TEE. Biological activities of marine fungi isolated from Philippine seagrasses. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan. )awarded Best Oral Presentation (2^nd place), City U – Molitoris Scholarship for Marine Mycology)
39. Solis MJL, dela Cruz TEE. Marine-derived Fungi from Kappaphycus alvarezii and K. striatum as potential causative agents of ice-ice disease in farmed seaweeds. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan.
40. Yulo PRJ, dela Cruz TEE. Biodiversity and taxonomy of cellular slime molds (Dictyostelids) from Lubang Island, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan.
41. Macabago SAB, Stephenson SL, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial myxomycetes from Lubang Island, Occidental Mindoro, Philippines. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan.
42. Dagamac NHA, Stephenson SL, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) from Mt. Arayat National Park, Pampanga, Philippines. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan.
43. Dagamac NHA, Leontyev DV, dela Cruz TEE. Corticolous myxomycetes on Samanea saman (Jacq.) Merr.: Records of rare myxomycete species from the Philippines. The First Interdisciplinary Mycological Forum, 23-24 April 2009, Moscow, Russian Federation.  
44. dela Cruz TE, Quimio TH. Revisiting the UPLB-Museum of Natural History Myxomycete Collection: Status of Myxomycete Biodiversity Research in the Philippines. 6^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 04-11 October 2008, Nikita Botanic Garden, Yalta, Crimea, Ukraine.
45. Kuhn RV, Javier AO, Rodillas CP, Parra CM, Corpuz LH, dela Cruz TE. A survey of myxomycetes in selected highlands of Luzon Island, Philippines. 6^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 04-11 October 2008, Nikita Botanic Garden, Yalta, Crimea, Ukraine.
46. Yao ML, Villanueva JD, Tumana ML, Calimag JG, dela Cruz TE. Antibacterial activities of marine fungi isolated from seawater and marine sediments. Asia Mycology Congress & X^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 02-06 December 2007, Penang, Malaysia.
47. Bungihan ME, Nonato MG, dela Cruz TE. Biological activities and secondary metabolic profiles of leaf endophytic fungi isolated from Pandanus amaryllifolius Roxb.. Asia Mycology Congress & X^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 02-06 December 2007, Penang, Malaysia.
48. dela Cruz TE, Druzhinina IS, Kubicek CP, Schulz B. Metabolic profiles support species concept of two marine Dendryphiella species: D. arenaria and D. salina. 8^th International Mycological Congress, 21 – 25 August 2006, Cairns Convention Center, Cairns, Australia.
49. dela Cruz TE, Druzhinina IS, Kubicek CP, Schulz B. Metabolic profiles and gene sequence analysis support species concept of two marine Dendryphiella species: D. arenaria and D. salina. Vereinigung für Allgemeine und Angewandte Mikrobiologie (VAAM), 19 – 26 March 2006, Jena University, Jena, Germany.
50. dela Cruz TE, Schulz B. Marine Scolecobasidium (syn. Dendryphiella) species from different climatic zones: their metabolic profiles and biological activities. 5^th Asia – Pacific Mycological Congress, 14 – 19 November 2004, Lotus Hotel, Chiang Mai, Thailand.

National/Local

1. Jacob JKS, dela Cruz TEE. Impact of aquaculture disturbance on the diversity and function of mangrove fungal endophytes. 11th DOST-ASTHRDP Graduate Scholar’s Conference, 26-27 September 2023, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
2. Cruz EM, dela Cruz TEE. Growth promoting and protective potential of fungal root endophytes associated with a pioneer grass in a lahar-affected area. Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) 24th Annual Scientific Meeting, 22-23 June 2023, Central Luzon State University, Philippines. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, 1st place).
3. Montemayor JS, dela Cruz TEE, Dagamac NHA, Bungihan ME. Colonizaton of microplastics by fungi associated with the mangrove Rhizophora apiculata and seaweed Sargassum sp. Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) 24th Annual Scientific Meeting, 22-23 June 2023, Central Luzon State University, Philippines. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, 2nd place)
4. Francisco GZ, Ysrael MC, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity, phylogeny and antidiabetic activities of fungal leaf endophytes associated with Antidesma bunius. Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines (ASBP) 40th Symposium and Annual Meeting, 31 May-02 June 2023, online. (finalist, Young Systematic Biologists Forum)
5. Pagoso EJA, dela Cruz TEE. Assessment of fungal contaminants along production lines in mushroom farms. Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) 57th National Convention and Scientific Sessions, 27-29 April 2023, De la Salle Zobel Vermosa Campus, Cavite.
6. Policina MS, dela Cruz TEE. Music and sound on the plasmodial growth of a non-neural organism Physarum polycephalum. Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) 22nd Annual Scientific Meeting and Virtual Symposium, 16-17 June 2021, Philippines.
7. Eloreta MFBM, dela Cruz TEE. Impact of forest edges on the assemblages of myxomycetes in the Mt. Isarog Natural Park, Camarines Sur, Philippines. Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) 22nd Annual Scientific Meeting and Virtual Symposium, 16-17 June 2021, Philippines.
8. Decena BC Jr, dela Cruz TEE. Community level physiological profiling of microorganisms: Impact of forest habitats and antibiotics on soil microbial communities. Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) 55th National Convetion and Scientific Sessions, 22-24 April 2021, Philippines.
9. Tabares EMM, Veloso JRC, Decena BC Jr, dela Cruz TEE. Physiological profiling of soil microbial communities in grasslands of Angat Watershed, Bulacan, Philippines. Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) 55th National Convetion and Scientific Sessions, 22-24 April 2021, Philippines.
10. Din HJF, dela Cruz TEE. Termitaria and cuticular fungal communities of an epigeal termite. Biodiversity Online: 1^st Biodiversity Conservation Society of the Philippines (BCSP) Digital Forum, 22-23 August 2020. (awarded Best Production Design, Professional Category)
11. Decena BC Jr, dela Cruz TEE. Community level physiological profiling of forest soil microbial communities. Philippine Society for Microbiology – Bicol Chapter 12^th Regional Convention and Scientific Meeting, 21-22 Februay 2020, Grand Crystal Hall, Albay.
12. Mapalo VJC, dela Cruz TEE. Life after an eruption: Assemblages of myxomycetes in lahar-grassland areas of Mount Pinatubo. DOST ASTHRDP Graduate Scholar’s Conference, 18-19 June 2018, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
13. dela Cruz TEE, Druzhinina IS. Does salinity affect the antagonistic activities of marine and terrestrial strains of Trichoderma. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
14. Paguirigan JAG, Bulauan FB, dela Cruz TEE. How many species of lichens do we have?: An annotated checklist of lichens recorded in the Philippines. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
15. de Padua JC, dela Cruz TEE. Molecular identification and biosorption of nickel by marine and terrestrial strains of Trichoderma. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
16. Estavillo NL, Lazaro ANB, Mendoza PGN, Santos EAA, de Padua JC, dela Cruz TEE. Molecular identification of marine-derived and terrestrial strains of Trichoderma and assessment of their substrate utilization and biodegradation potential. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
17. Rigor RPT, de Leon AM, Kalaw SP, dela Cruz TEE. Ethnomycological survey of macrofungi utilized by the Ifugao indeginous communities in Hungduan and Mayoyao, Ifugao Province. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
18. Pecundo MH, Dagamac NHA, Schnittler M, dela Cruz TEE. Save our slime molds (SOSm): A comparative diversity study of myxomycetes in two lowland forests in Mindoro Island, Philippines. Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines (ASBP) Annual Scientific Meeting, 19-20 May 2016, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines.  (awarded Young Systematicists Forum, 1^st place)         
19. Notarte KIR, Nakao Y, Yaguchi T, Suganuma K, dela Cruz TEE. Antibacterial, cytotoxic and trypanocidal activities of marine-derived fungi isolated fro macroalgae and seagrasses. Mycological Society of the Philippines 18^th Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 14 April 2016, Batangas State University, Batangas City, Batangas. (awarded Best Paper Presentation)                        
20. Carascal MB, del Rosario MJG, Notarte KIR, dela Cruz TEE. Occurrence and butachlor biodegradation potential of freshwater fungi from submerged wood and surface water collected in Taal Lake, Batangas. Mycological Society of the Philippines 18^th Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 14 April 2016, Batangas State University, Batangas City, Batangas. (awarded THQ Best Undergraduate Thesis Award, Multi-Author Category)
21. Cada MC, dela Cruz TEE. Screening of mangrove fungal endophytes for extracellular cellulolytic enzymes with potential application in paper waste bioremediation. 51^st Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) Annual Convention, 07-09 April 2016, University of the Philippines – Los Baños, Laguna.
22. Lactaoen EJR, Schnittler M, Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE. Syconium of Philippine Ficus species as a special substratum for myxomycetes: assessment of biodiversity and ecological patterns. 51^st Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) Annual Convention, 07-09 April 2016, University of the Philippines – Los Baños, Laguna.
23. Gazo SMT, Santiago KAA, Tjitrosoedirjo SS, dela Cruz TEE. Biocontrol activities of the lichen Ramalina from the Guimaras Island, Philippines. Mycological Society of the Philippines 17^th Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 25 April 2015, Southern Luzon State University, Lucban, Quezon.
24. Carbonell MKC, Dalangin YA, Isagan MDE, Lapira JL, Pecundo MH, dela Cruz TEE. Occurrence and diversity of myxomycetes in forest areas of Taal Volcano Crater Rim (Mt. Makulot) and Napayong Island, Taal Volcano, Batangas. Mycological Society of the Philippines 17th Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 25 April 2015, Southern Luzon State University, Lucban, Quezon.
25. Abdulmajid NAS, dela Cruz TEE. Identification of bacteria and fungi from locally available fermented rice-fish and assessment of antimicrobial activities of isolated Monascus species. Biology Teachers Association (BIOTA) 50th Annual National Convention, 09-11 April 2015, Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City.
26. dela Cruz TEE, Leaño BTD. Punto by Punto! Developing a classroom-based science editorial to teach key issues in microbiology. Biology Teachers Association (BIOTA) 50th Annual National Convention, 09-11 April 2015, Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City.
27. De los Reyes JM, dela Cruz TEE. The Fruticose Lichen Usnea of Mt. Tapulao, Zambales. ASEAN Academic Students Research Summit, 25 March 2015, Central Luzon State University, Muñoz, Nueva Ecija.
28. dela Cruz TEE. The PhilFUB Project: Documenting the Fungal Diversity in the Philippines. UST Symposium on Philippine Biodiversity: The Search for Novel Species, 15 October 2014, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines.
29. Rea MAD, Dagamac NHA, Huyop F, dela Cruz TEE. Comparative diversity and biosorption potential of myxomycetes from forest patches on ultramafic and volcanic soils. 16^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Convention, 23 April 2014, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines. (awarded Best Paper Presentation)                        
30. Agcaoili MCR, Calderon MAT, de Mesa RBC, Espinosa IR, Pangilinan MVP, dela Cruz TEE. Antagonistic activities of needle-leaf fungal endophytes against the plant pathogen Fusarium. 16^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Convention, 23 April 2014, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines. (awarded THQ Best Undergraduate Thesis Award, Multi-Author Category)
31. dela Cruz TEE, Pangilinan MVP. Learning is fun! Innovative, creative, funny learning strategies for undergraduate biology & microbiology courses. 49^th Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) Annual Convention, 3-5 April 2014, University of Baguio, Baguio City, Philippines. (awarded Best Lecture-Seminar)
32. Maulion AF, dela Cruz TEE. Rapid assessment of corticolous lichen diversity in Angat Dam Watershed Forest Reserve and Mt. Palay-palay National Park.49^th Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) Annual Convention, 3-5 April 2014, University of Baguio, Baguio City, Philippines.
33. De Leon AM, Luangsa-ard JJD, Karunarathna SC, Hyde KD, Reyes RG, dela Cruz TEE. Documenting our cultural heritage: a report on the distribution and molecular phylogeny of macrofungi in six Aetal tribal communities in Central Luzon, Philippines. 42^nd Philippine Society for Microbiology Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting, 18-19 April 2013, Summit Ridge Hotel, Tagaytay City, Philippines.
34. Moron LS, Lim YW, dela Cruz TEE. Exploring our fungal biome for natural products: occurrence, diversity and molecular identification of fungal endophytes from Philippine mangroves. 15^th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 10-11 April 2013, Rizal Technological University, Mandaluyong City. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, 3^rd place)
35. Buaya AT, Stephenson SL, dela Cruz TEE. Comparative community assemblages of myxomycetes in woodlands and grasslands of Cavite Province, Philippines. 15th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 10-11 April 2013, Rizal Technological University, Mandaluyong City.
36. De Leon AM, Reyes RG, dela Cruz TEE. Enriched cultivation of three wild strains of Lentinus tigrinus (Bull.) Fr. Using agricultural wastes. 15^th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 10-11 April 2013, Rizal Technological University, Mandaluyong City.
37. Van Tooren APP, Wong LTYS, Terenia Jr LC, Sotto GSR, Tumbagahon DGC, Pangilinan MVP, de Leon AM, dela Cruz TEE. Enhanced production of Pleurotus florida and P. ostreatus through pulse-field high-voltage stimulation and sawdust media enriched with cooking oils. 15th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 10-11 April 2013, Rizal Technological University, Mandaluyong City. (finalist, TH Quimio Best Undergraduate Thesis Competition)
38. Viray AT, Rotap DDS, Migraso LL, Sibbaluca NCI, Escobar ECV, Buaya AT, dela Cruz TEE. Exploring our hidden microflora: occurrence and distribution of island myxomycetes (slime molds) in Polillo Island, Quezon. 15th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 10-11 April 2013, Rizal Technological University, Mandaluyong City.  (finalist, TH Quimio Best Undergraduate Thesis Competition)
39. Moron LS, dela Cruz TEE. Occurrence and antimicrobial activities of fungal endophytes from Philippine mangroves. 2^nd National DOST-SEI ASTHRD – NSC Scholar’s Conference, 21-22 February 2013, Traders Hotel, Manila, Philippines.
40. Dagamac NHA, Stephenson SL, dela Cruz TEE. Occurrence, distribution and diversity of myxomycetes (plasmodial slime moulds) along two transects in Mt. Arayat National Park, Pampanga, Philippines. 30^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 23-25 May 2012, Angeles University Foundation, Pampanga.
41. Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE, Pangilinan MVP, Stephenson SL. List of species collected and interactive database of myxomycetes (plasmodial slime molds) for Mt. Arayat National Park, Pampanga, Philippines. 30^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 23-25 May 2012, Angeles University Foundation, Pampanga.
42. RamirezCSP, dela Cruz TEE.Diversity and antibacterial activities of fungal leaf endophytes isolated from Philippine mangroves collected in Luzon Island, Philippines. 30^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 23-25 May 2012, Angeles University Foundation, Pampanga.
43. Gadikolaii SE, dela Cruz TEE. Fungal endophytes from three Philippine medicinal plants: species diversity and antimicrobial activities. 30^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 23-25 May 2012, Angeles University Foundation, Pampanga.
44. De Leon AM, ReyesRG, dela CruzTEE. Macrofungi utilized by the Aeta communities in Central Luzon, Philippines: an ethnomycological survey, species distribution and in vitro culture. 14^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 24 April 2012, PhilRICE, Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, 3^rd place)
45. Macabago SAB, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and distribution of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) from coastal and montane forests of Lubang Island, Occidental Mindoro. Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines 29^th Annual Convention, 16-18 May 2011, Thomas Aquinas Research Complex, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
46. Santiago KAA, dela Cruz TEE. The lichen Usnea from five provinces of Luzon Island, Philippines: taxonomy, antibacterial activities and interactive database. 13^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Convention, 15 April 2011, Drilon Hall, SEARCA, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, 1^st place)
47. Yulo PRJ, dela Cruz TEE. Distribution of cellular slime molds in Lubang Island, Occidental Mindoro and assessment of their feeding preferences. 39^th Philippine Society for Microbiology (PSM) Annual Convention, 29-30 April 2010, Avenue Plaza Hotel, Naga City, Camarines Sur. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, Professional Level)
48. Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity of plasmodial myxomycetes at different elevations in Mt. Arayat and development of an interactive database. 12^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Convention, 16 April 2010, Nueva Viscaya State University, Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, 1^st place)
49. Lavadia MGB, dela Cruz TEE. Antimicrobial activities of marine fungi isolated from seaweeds in Potipot Island (Zambales) and Lubang Island (Occidental Mindoro). 14^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03-04 December 2009, Philippine Sino-Center for Agricultural Technology, Munoz City, Nueva Ecija. 
50. Masangcay LL, dela Cruz TEE. Genetic Diversity of Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase Producing Klebsiella species from three tertiary hospitals in Metro Manila. 14^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03-04 December 2009, Philippine Sino-Center for Agricultural Technology, Munoz City, Nueva Ecija. 
51. Kuhn RV, Javier AOM, Rodillas CP, Parra CM, Corpuz LHM, dela Cruz TEE. Four new records and one new species of Philippine myxomycetes from the Hundred Islands and Anda Island, Pangasinan: Elaeomyxa miyazakiensis, Lepidoderma tigrinum, Perichaena pedata, Physarum decipiens and Craterium retisporum sp. nov.. 27^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 29-30 May 2009, National Museum, Manila.
52. Kuhn RV, Javier AOM, Rodillas CP, Parra CM, Corpuz LHM, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and occurrence of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) in selected highlands of Luzon Island, Philippines. 27^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 29-30 May 2009, National Museum, Manila.
53. Santiago KAA, Borricano JNC, Canal JN, Marcelo DMA, Perez MCP, dela Cruz TEE. Antibacterial activities of fruticose lichens collected from selected sites in Luzon and identification of their bioactive lichen acids. 38^th Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. Annual Convention and Scientific Meeting, 14-15 May 2009, Hyatt Hotel and Casino, Malate, Manila. (finalist, PSM Best Oral Paper Competition, Undergraduate Category)
54. Corpuz LHM, Javier AOM, Kuhn RV, Parra CM, Rodillas CP, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and occurrence of plasmodial myxomycetes in selected highlands and islands of Luzon, Philippines. 11^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 29 April 2009, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite. (finalist, TH Quimio Best Undergraduate Thesis Competition)
55. Cardenas CV, Guzman APA, Moron LS, Torres JMO, dela Cruz TEE. Dye decolorization activity of locally isolated marine fungi. 11^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 29 April 2009, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite. (finalist, TH Quimio Best Undergraduate Thesis Competition)
56. Dagamac NHA, Leontyev D, dela Cruz TEE. Five New Records of Corticolous Myxomycetes in the Philippines. 11^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 29 April 2009, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite.
57. Solis MJL, dela Cruz TEE. Marine-derived fungi from Kappaphycus alvarezii and K. striatum: Potential Causative Agents of Ice-ice Disease in Farmed Seaweeds. 11^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 29 April 2009, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite. (awarded Best Paper Presentation, 1^st place)
58. Calimag JC, Tumana ML, Villanueva JD, Yao ML, dela Cruz TE. Antimicrobial activities and semi-polar secondary metabolic profiles of marine fungi isolated from seawater and marine sediments. 37^th Philippine Society for Microbiology, Inc. Annual Meeting and Scientific Conference, 07-09 May 2008, Boracay Regency Beach Resort, Boracay Island, Aklan. (finalist, PSM Best Oral Paper Competition, Undergraduate Category)
59. Bungihan ME, Nonato MG, dela Cruz TE. Biological activities and secondary metabolic profiles of leaf endophytic fungi isolated from Pandanus amaryllifolius Roxb.. 10^th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 15-16 April 2008, Benguet State University, La Trinidad, Benguet.
60. dela Cruz TE, Wagner S, Schulz B. Marine Scolecobasidium (syn. Dendryphiella) species from different climatic zones: their metabolic profiles and biological activities. 6^th Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP) Annual Convention, 01 December 2004, NISMED, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Philippines.
61. dela Cruz TE. Enrichment culture and most probable number (MPN) studies of purple non-sulfur bacteria (PNSB) from rice paddy soil. S & T Research Colloquium, 19 November 2001, Thomas Aquinas Research Complex, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines.
62. dela Cruz TE, Menguito C. Callus induction in Ipomoea muricata Jacq. hypocotyl and leaf explants. 1998 Science and Technology Research Colloquia in Biological Sciences, 17 – 18 February 1998, CME Auditorium, University of Santo Tomas.
63. dela Cruz TE, Mantes A, Capaque R, Ancheta M, Dogma IJ. Light inhibition of Photobacterium leiognathi as bioindicator of heavy metal pollution. 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), 10 July 1997, The Westin Philippine Plaza, Manila, Philippines.

Poster Presentation

International

1. dela Cruz TEE, Espinosa GP, Bungihan ME, Macabago SAB. Diversity of endolichenic fungi associated with the fruticose lichen Ramalina. Asian Mycological Congress, 10-13 October 2023, Busan, South Korea.
2. Montemayor JS, dela Cruz TEE, Dagamac NHA, Bungihan ME. Colonization of microplastics by mangrove- and seaweed-associated fungi. Asian Mycological Congress, 10-13 October 2023, Busan, South Korea. (awarded Best Poster Presentation)
3. Decena, BC Jr, dela Cruz TEE. Impact assessment of forest types and antibiotic contamination on soil bacterial communities through community-level physiological profiling. European European Culture Collection’s Organization (ECCO) XL Conference, September 27 – 30, 2022, Braunschweig, Germany.
4. Policina MS, dela Cruz TEE. Do slime molds respond to music?. 10^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 25-28 February 2020, Turrialba, Costa Rica.
5. Mapalo VJC, dela Cruz TEE. Grassland ecosystem in lahar-areas as habitat for slime molds: Assessment of myxomycete diversity in Mayon, Pinatubo and Taal Volcanoes. 2^nd International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, 11-12 April 2019, Bali, Indonesia.
6. de Padua JC, dela Cruz TEE. Tolerance of nickel and lead by marine and terrestrial strains of Trichoderma: A potential bioremediation agents for environmental clean-up. International Conference on Biosciences and Medical Engineering, 10-11 November 2016, Universiti Technologi Malaysia, Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
7. Callores RFG, Hur JS, dela Cruz TEE. Comparative taxonomy and diversity of foliicolous lichens in Sablayan Watershed Forest Reserve and Mount Malasimbo, Mindoro Island, Philippines. 1^st Interntional DOST-SEI ASTHRDP-NSC Scholar’s Conference, 07-08 April 2016, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
8. Leaño BTD, Lim YW, dela Cruz TEE. Checklist and molecular phylogeny of macrofungi collected in Sablayan Watershed Forest Reserve and Mount Malasimbo, Mindoro Island, Philippines.1^st Interntional DOST-SEI ASTHRDP-NSC Scholar’s Conference, 07-08 April 2016, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
9. Lactaoen EJR, dela Cruz TEE. Syconium of Philippine Ficus species as a special substratum for myxomycetes: assessment of biodiversity and ecological patterns. 1^st Interntional DOST-SEI ASTHRDP-NSC Scholar’s Conference, 07-08 April 2016, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
10. Agbulos JB, Alcayde DLIM, Alfaro JRD, Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE. Higher myxomycete diversity in mountainous vegetation than in agricultural plantation? An evidence from Mt. Kanlaon National Park, Negros Occidental, 8^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 12-15 August 2014, Hulong Hotspring Resort, Changchun, China.
11. Batungbacal NS, Bulang CRT, Cayago AGR, Jung SH, Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE. A look at the diversity of myxomycetes in the mountain, community and coastal forests of Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, 8th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 12-15 August 2014, Hulong Hotspring Resort, Changchun, China.  
12. Moron LS, Lim YW, dela Cruz TEE. The search for bioactive metabolites: Do mangrove fungal endophytes have the answer? 1^st ASEAN Microbial Biotechnology Conference and ASEAN Network on Microbial Utilization Inagural Meeting, 19-21 February 2014 , Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand.
13. Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE. Development of an interactive database as an aid to the taxonomy of myxomycetes from Mt. Arayat National Park, Philippines. Asian Mycology Congress 2011 & 12^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 07-11 August 2011, University of Incheon Convention Center, Incheon, South Korea.
14. Macabago SAB, dela Cruz TEE. A checklist of myxomycetes from Lubang Island, Philippines and development of a herbarium database for Philippine myxomycete collection at the University of Tanto Tomas. Asian Mycology Congress 2011 & 12^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 07-11 August 2011, University of Incheon Convention Center, Incheon, South Korea.
15. dela Cruz TE, Pangilinan MV, Litao RA. Printed identification key or web-based identification guide; an effective tool for species identification?. 18^th Annual American Society for Microbiology Conference for Undergraduate Educators, 2-5 June 2011, Johns Hopkins University Homewood Campus, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
16. Lavadia MGB, dela Cruz TEE. Antibacterial and antibiofilm activities of algicolous fungi isolated from Philippine seaweeds. 9^th International Mycology Congress, 01-06 August 2010, Edinburgh, United Kingdom.
17. Santiago KAA, Borricano JNC, Canal JN, Marcelo DMA, Perez MCP, dela Cruz TEE. Fruticose lichens from selected sites in Luzon: their Distribution and Metabolic Profiles. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan.
18. Torres JMO, Cardenas CV, Guzman APA, Moron LS, dela Cruz TEE. Bioremediation of textile dyes by marine fungi isolated from the Philippines. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan.
19. Ramirez CSP, Torres JMO, dela Cruz TEE. Molecular identification of marine fungi isolated from seawater, seagrasses, seaweeds and sediments in Manila and Calatagan Bays, Philippines. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan. (awarded Best Poster Presentation, City U – Molitoris Scholarship for Marine Mycology)
20. Ching MC, Dagamac NHA, Ramirez CSP, Santiago KAA, Torres JMO, Yap JM, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomy of dictyostelids (cellular slime molds) from Subic Forest Reserve, Zambales. Asian Mycology Congress 2009 & 11^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 15-19 November 2009, National Museum of Natural Science, Taichung, Taiwan.
21. Corpuz LHM, Javier AOM, Kuhn RV, Parra CM, Rodillas CP, Dagamac NHA, Yulo PRJ, dela Cruz TEE. Biodiversity and Distribution of Myxomycetes (Cellular & Plasmodial Slime Molds) in selected highlands and islands of Luzon Island, Philippines. 1^st ASIAHORCs Symposium on Biodiversity, 18-20 July 2009, Nagoya University, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan.
22. Dagamac NH, dela Cruz TE. Myxomycetes associated with acacia (Samanea saman) collected from different sites in Luzon Island, Philippines. 6^th International Congress on the Systematics and Ecology of Myxomycetes, 04-11 October 2008, Nikita Botanic Garden, Yalta, Crimea, Ukraine.
23. Dagamac NH, Sogono PG, Cabalfin RC, Adducul AC, dela Cruz TE. Fungal root endophytes isolated from Musa spp. as biological control agents against the plant pathogen Fusarium oxysporum. Asia Mycology Congress & X^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 02-06 December 2007, Penang, Malaysia.
24. dela Cruz TE, Schulz B, Komoń-Zhelazowska M, Kubicek CP, Druzhinina IS. Conidial Morphology: Homology or Homoplasy? The analysis of molecular data shows that marine Dendryphiella species do not belong to the genus Scolecobasidium. 8^th International Mycological Congress, 21 – 25 August 2006, Cairns Convention Center, Cairns, Australia
25. dela Cruz TE, Schulz B, Komoń-Zhelazowska M, Kubicek CP, Druzhinina IS. DNA sequence analysis and metabolic profiles demonstrate the existence of two marine Dendryphiella species. 8^th European Conference on Fungal Genetics, 08 – 11 April 2006, TU Vienna, Vienna, Austria.
26. dela Cruz TE, Schulz B, Kubicek CP, Druzhinina IS. Metabolic and genetic diversity of marine Dendryphiella species from different geographical locations. British Mycological Society Annual Meeting, 05 – 08 September 2005, University of Manchester, Manchester, United Kingdom.
27. dela Cruz TE, Wagner S, Schulz B. Marine Scolecobasidium (syn. Dendryphiella) species from different geographical locations: responses to abiotic and biotic factors. 9^th International Marine and Freshwater Mycology Symposium, 14 – 19 November 2004, Lotus Hotel, Chiang Mai, Thailand. (awarded Best Poster Presentation, City U – Molitoris Scholarship for Marine Mycology)
28. dela Cruz TE, Wagner S, Schulz B. Dendryphiella species from different geographical locations: adaptations of growth and metabolic profiles. 2004 Annual Scientific Meeting, Vereinigung für Allgemeine und Angewandte Mikrobiologie (VAAM), 28 – 31 March 2004, TU Braunschweig, Braunschweig, Germany.
29. Schulz B, dela Cruz TE, Dai J, Krohn K. Do fungi associated with marine algae adapt to their micro – und macro-environements?. 16. Irseer Naturstofftage der DECHEMA e.V., 25 – 27 February 2004, Kaufbeuren/Allgäu, Germany.

National/Local

1. Cruz EM, dela Cruz TEE. Growth-promoting potential of fungal root endophytes associated with pioneer grass from a lahar-affected area. 11th DOST-ASTHRDP Graduate Scholar’s Conference, 26-27 September 2023, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
2. Francisco GZ, Ysrael MC, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and antidiabetic activities of fungal leaf endophytes associated with Antidesma bunius (l.) Spreng (bignay). 11th DOST-ASTHRDP Graduate Scholar’s Conference, 26-27 September 2023, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines
3. Pagoso EJA, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity assessment of fungal contaminants along production lines in mushroom farms. 11th DOST-ASTHRDP Graduate Scholar’s Conference, 26-27 September 2023, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines
4. Montemayor JS, dela Cruz TEE, Dagamac NHA, Bungihan ME. Colonization of microplastics by mangrove- and seaweed-associated fungi. 11th DOST-ASTHRDP Graduate Scholar’s Conference, 26-27 September 2023, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines
5. Villanueva SR, Paguirigan JAG, dela Cruz TEE. A species listing of bark-associated crustose lichens in Angat Watershed Forest Reserve, Northern Philippines. Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) 55th National Convetion and Scientific Sessions, 22-24 April 2021, Philippines.
6. Din HJF, dela Cruz TEE. Soil, mound or termites: Which carry the greatest number of fungi?. Philippine Society for Microbiology – Bicol Chapter 12^th Regional Convention and Scientific Meeting, 21-22 Februay 2020, Grand Crystal Hall, Albay. (awarded Best Poster Award, Professional Category)
7. Leaño BTD, dela Cruz TEE. Inventory of wood-rotting basidiomycetes in Angat Watershed Forest Reserve, Bulacan, Philippines. Philippine Society for Microbiology – Bicol Chapter 12^th Regional Convention and Scientific Meeting, 21-22 Februay 2020, Grand Crystal Hall, Albay.
8. Villanueva SR, dela Cruz TEE. An inventory of corticolous lichens in Angat Watershed Forest Reserve, Bulacan Province. Philippine Society for Microbiology – Bicol Chapter 12^th Regional Convention and Scientific Meeting, 21-22 Februay 2020, Grand Crystal Hall, Albay. 
9. Aril-dela Cruz JV, dela Cruz TEE. The Biochar-Fungi-Bacteria Soil Amendment: Isolation and identification of soil and plant-associated microorganisms for sustainable agriculture. 2019 Philippine Network on Microbial Culture Collection Inc. Annual Symposium and General Assembly, 09 November 2019, University of Santo Tomas, Manila. (awarded Best Poster Award)
10. Cabutaje EM, Pecundo MH, dela Cruz TEE. Exploring our Beach Myxobiota: A comparative diversity of myxomycetes between beach forests of Aurora and Quezon. DOST ASTHRDP Graduate Scholar’s Conference, 18-19 June 2018, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
11. Timbreza LP, Sangvichien E, dela Cruz TEE. Secondary metabolic profiles as a tool to identify the fruticose lichen Usnea from Mt. Amuyao, Moutain Province. DOST ASTHRDP Graduate Scholar’s Conference, 18-19 June 2018, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City, Philippines.
12. Cada MC, dela Cruz TEE. Screening of mangrove fungal endophytes for cellulolytic activity with potential application in paper waste biodegradation. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
13. Macaspac AJM, dela Cruz TEE. Molecular identification and algicidal activities of marine-derived fungi isolated from macroalgae and mussel. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines. (awarded Best Poster Award, 3^rd place)
14. Ebarvia ML, dela Cruz JA, dela Cruz TEE. Molecular identification of Aspergillus species found on Philippine dried fish products and aflatoxin screening for food safety assessment. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
15. Acao PH, Aquino SJDC, Oabel RC, Macaspac AJM, dela Cruz TEE. Molecular identification and bioactivity screening of fungal leaf endophytes isolated from selected Philippine mangroves. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
16. Cabutaje E, dela Cruz TE. Are there marine strains of myxomycetes (slime molds)?. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
17. Galinato MG, Timbreza L, dela Cruz TE. The fruticose lichen Ramalina and Usnea in Luzon Island: The use of biochemical and morphological characters in species identification. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
18. Taguchi RS, de Leon RMRG, Dotig JMA, Tolete RJP, Nace JR, dela Cruz TEE. Rapid assessment of myxomycetes associated with different substrata collected along the walking trails in Bulusan Lake, Sorsogon, Philippines. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
19. Yap PR, Tayona A, Palomo R, Paguirigan JA, dela Cruz TE. Documenting fungi associated with lichens, bryophytes and decayed leaves. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
20. Mapalo V, dela Cruz TE. Occurrence and distribution of myxomycetes (slime molds) in selected monotypic forests. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
21. Miguel CM, dela Cruz TEE, Kalaw SP, de Leon AM. Species listing of bracket macrofungi found in Hungduan and Mayoyao, Ifugao Province. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines. 
22. Evangelista ABB, dela Cruz TEE, Kalaw SP, de Leon AM. A species list of Agaricales in Hungduan and Mayoyao, Ifugao Province. Mycological Society of the Philippines 19^th Annual Scientific Meeting, 26 August 2017, Benguet State University, Benguet, Philippines.
23. Sutingco AED, Carreon JMD, Kaw ABS, Ragala MSB, Notarte KIR, Paguirigan JAG, dela Cruz TEE. Antibacterial and cytotoxic activities of endolichenic fungi isolated from the foliose lichen Lobaria isidiophora. Mycological Society of the Philippines 18^th Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 14 April 2016, Batangas State University, Batangas City, Batangas. (awarded Best Poster Award, 1^st place)
24. Amancio MJC, Bautista LG, Ramos JEA, Laxamana JLA, Paguirigan JAG, dela Cruz TEE. Species list of lichens in Taal Volcano with emphasis on Dirinaria sp. as bioaccumulator of inorganic elements. Mycological Society of the Philippines 18^th Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 14 April 2016, Batangas State University, Batangas City, Batangas. (awarded Best Poster Award, 2^nd place)
25. Pagoso EJA, Undan JR, dela Cruz TEE, de Leon AM. Species listing of bracket macrofungi found in Ifugao community in Ifugao Province. Mycological Society of the Philippines 18^th Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 14 April 2016, Batangas State University, Batangas City, Batangas.
26. Arnesto DN, Lubao JCI, Sidain LID, Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE. Occurrence of myxomycetes in barks of Shorea negrosensis and S. contorta and other plant substrata collected in Lake Bulusan National Park, Sorsogon, Philippines. 51^st Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) Annual Convention, 07-09 April 2016, University of the Philippines – Los Baños, Laguna.
27. De Jesus E, Hur JS, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomy, molecular phylogeny and bioactivities of corticolous lichens from Mt. Banahaw, Quezon Province, Philippines. Natural Products Society of the Philippines 20^th Annual Convention, 01-02 December 2015, University of Santo Tomas, Manila. (awarded Best Poster Award)
28. Notarte KIR, Yaguchi T, dela Cruz TEE. Antibacterial and cytotoxic activities of endophytic fungi associated with seagrasses and marine algae. Natural Products Society of the Philippines 20^th Annual Convention, 01-02 December 2015, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
29. Callores RFG, Hur JS, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomy and diversity of foliicolous lichens in Sablayan Watershed Forest Reserve and Mount Malasimbo, Mindoro Island, Philippines. Natural Products Society of the Philippines 20^th Annual Convention, 01-02 December 2015, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
30. Apurillo CCS, Cai L, dela Cruz TEE. Potentially novel Diaporthe species as inferred by multi-gene analysis: Could these foliar endophytes be good sources of antibacterial and anticancer metabolites?. 41st Philippine Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 04-05 December 2014, Marco Polo Hotel, Cebu City.
31. Abdulmajid NA, dela Cruz TEE. Assessment of microbial load and antibacterial activity of the red mold Monascus species from local fermented rice-fish. 41^st Philippine Soceity of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, 04-05 December 2014, Marco Polo Hotel, Cebu City.
32. Dagamac NHA, Rea MAD, dela Cruz TEE. First report of myxomycetes in Quezon National Park – A lowland karst landscape in the Philippines. 36^th National Academy of Science and Technology Annual Scientific Meeting, 09-10 July 2014, Philippine International Convention Center, Pasay City.
33. Carascal MB, Rea MAD, dela Cruz TEE. A look at the species of myxomycetes associated with grasslands.49^th Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) Annual Convention, 3-5 April 2014, University of Baguio, Baguio City, Philippines. (awarded Best Poster Award)
34. Brotonel IKD, Celestino RB, Manzano JAM, Valdueza AC, Apurillo CCS,dela Cruz TEE. Screening of extracellular enzymes and dye decolorization activities of fungal endophytes associated with senescent mangrove leaves. 49^th Biology Teachers Association of the Philippines (BIOTA) Annual Convention, 3-5 April 2014, University of Baguio, Baguio City, Philippines.
35. dela Cruz TEE, Apurillo CC, Li Y, Cai L. Exploring our Philippine fungi: molecular identification of a novel species of fungal leaf endophytes from Philippine mangroves. Philippine Society for Biochemistr and Molecular Biology 41^st Annual Convention, 04-05 December 2013, De la Salle University, Manila.
36. Balete MJC, Guerra TAF, Puzon FY, Querubin SO, Tanglao RJS, Moron LS, Bungihan ME, dela Cruz TEE. Fungal endophytes from mangrove leaves and stems: sources of metabolites with antimicrobial, antioxidant and cytotoxic activities. 35^th National Academy of Science and Technology Annual Scientific Meeting, 10-11 July 2013, Manila Hotel, Manila.
37. De Leon AM, Reyes RG, dela Cruz TEE. Lentinus squarrosulus and Polyporus grammocephalus: newly domesticated, wild edible macrofungi from the Philippines. 35^th National Academy of Science and Technology Annual Scientific Meeting, 10-11 July 2013, Manila Hotel, Manila.
38. Dizon LIA, Mendoza PIM, Lactaoen EJR, Cruz JFF, Tacaca RS, dela Cruz TEE. Life after lahar: occurrence of myxomycetes in Mt. Pinatubo Crater Lake area and in lahar-covered grasslands in Pampanga. 15^th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 10-11 April 2013, Rizal Technological University, Mandaluyong City.
39. Santos RJC, Fernando ARS, Bautista PGS, Abapo LS, Barranda MREC, Pangilinan MVP, Tadiosa ER, dela Cruz TEE. Exploring our fungal biodiversity: species listing and distribution of macrofungi along a montane slope in Mt. Palay-palay in Ternate, Cavite. 15^th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 10-11 April 2013, Rizal Technological University, Mandaluyong City. 
40. Moron LS, dela Cruz TEE. The search for promising fungal bioactive natural products: occurrence and antimicrobial activities of fungal endophytes from Philippine mangroves. 80^th National Research Council of the Philippines General Membership Assembly, 13 March 2013, Manila Hotel, Manila.
41. Buaya AT, dela Cruz TEE. A biodiversity report on the myxomycete assemblages in leaf litter, twigs, dungs, and inflorescences. 2^nd National DOST-SEI ASTHRD – NSC Scholar’s Conference, 21-22 February 2013, Traders Hotel, Manila, Philippines. (awarded Best Poster Award, 2^nd place)
42. Buaya AT, dela Cruz TEE. Myxomycetes from two ecoparks in Nueva Vizcaya and its implication to biodiversity conservation. Philippine Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 39^th Annual Convention, 29-30 November 2012, Fort Ilocandia Resort Hotel, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. (awarded Best Poster Award, Agro-Fisheries Division)
43. Moron LS, dela Cruz TEE. The search for new drugs: do fungal endophytes have the answer?. Philippine Society of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 39^th Annual Convention, 29-30 November 2012, Fort Ilocandia Resort Hotel, Laoag City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines
44. Abapo LS, Barranda MREC, Bautista PGS, Fernando ARS, Santos RJC, Pangilinan MVP, dela Cruz TEE. Species list of macrofungi in Mt. Palay-Palay National Park, Ternate, Cavite and their implication to biodiversity conservation. Philippine Network of Microbial Culture Collection 12th Symposium and General Assembly, 24 November 2012, Miriam College, Quezon City.
45. Moron LS, Buaya AT, dela Cruz TEE. Species diversity assessment of mangrove fungal endophytes from Cavite and Pasay City, Philippines. 30^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 23-25 May 2012, Angeles University Foundation, Pampanga.
46. dela Cruz TE, PangilinanMVB, DagamacNHA, TorresJMO, Santiago KSA, MacabagoSAB. “Meet a Microbiologist” program: an active learning strategy for teaching microbiology. 41^st Philippine Society for Microbiology (PSM) Annual Convention, 10-11 May 2012, Xavier Sports Complex, Cagayan de Oro City.     
47. Buaya AT, MoronLS, dela Cruz TEE. Philippine mangroves from Basilan and Zamboanga: are they good hosts for fungal endophytes? 41st Philippine Society for Microbiology (PSM) Annual Convention, 10-11 May 2012, Xavier Sports Complex, Cagayan de Oro City.
48. BuayaAT, Moron LS, Atayde RJD, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and distribution of fungal endophytes isolated from leaves, stems and roots of Philippine mangroves collected in Luzon Island, Philippines. 1^st National Science Consortium Scholars’ Conference, 27 February 2012, CSB Hotel, Manila.
49. AguiluchoMAW, Clave MMA, Flandes AFG, Padua MCP, Pelegrino DC, Pangilinan MVB, dela Cruz TEE, YuloPRJ. Isolation and characterization of cellular slime molds (dictyostelids) from Biak-na-Bato National Park, San Miguel, Bulacan. 16^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 10 December 2011, CME Auditorium, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines.
50. Cajigal KAF, Antonio RV, Arcangel MID, Alfonso AG, Ocampo SMG, Pangilinan MVB, dela Cruz TEE. Occurrence and distribution of indoor airborne fungi in Kasiglahan Village, Rodriguez, Rizal. 16^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 10 December 2011, CME Auditorium, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines.
51. Dizon DL, dela Cruz TEE. Antibacterial activities and diversity of marine fungi associated with seagrasses collected from Lubang Island, Occidental Mindoro. 33^rd National Academy of Science and Technology Annual Scientific Meeting, 13-14 July 2011, Manila Hotel, Manila.
52. Macabago SAB, dela Cruz TEE. In vitro culture and enzyme production of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) collected from Lubang Island, Occidental Mindoro. 33^rd National Academy of Science and Technology Annual Scientific Meeting, 13-14 July 2011, Manila.
53. Baranda JNR, Corpuz IRM, Martinez CCC, Petilla KAS, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) in Mt. Palay-Palay National Park, Ternate, Cavite. Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines 29^th Annual Convention, 16-18 May 2011, Thomas Aquinas Research Complex, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
54. Agravante PAP, Cabiling CC, Cadiente RRT, Cayanan MPAJ, Dee JJL, dela Cruz TEE. A checklist of foliicolous lichens in Mt. Palay-Palay National Park, Ternate, Cavite. Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines 29^th Annual Convention, 16-18 May 2011, Thomas Aquinas Research Complex, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
55. Dagamac NHA, Stephenson SL, dela Cruz TEE. Myxomycetes of Mt. Arayat National Park, Pampanga: the use of moist chamber cultures to assess species diversity. 13^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Convention, 15 April 2011, Drilon Hall, SEARCA, University of the Philippines Los Baños, Laguna. 
56. Adora JMV, Campos ML, Cheng CBT, Pascua GCP, Yu KNT, Pangilinan MVB, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomic diversity of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) in Mt. Maculot, Cuenca, Batangas. Biology Teachers Association (BIOTA) 46^th Annual Convention, 07-09 April 2011, NISMED, University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City.  
57. Masangcay LL, dela cruz TEE. RAPD profiling of extended spectrum beta-lactamase producing strains of Klebsiella pneumonia. Philippine Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology 37^th Annual Convention, 02-03 December 2010, Century Park Hotel, Manila.
58. Baranda JNR, Corpuz IRM, Martinez CCC, Pettila KAS, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) in Mt. Palay-Palay National Park, Ternate, Cavite. Philippine Network of Microbial Culture Collection 10^th Symposium and General Assembly, 13 November 2010, TARC Auditorium, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
59. Adora JMV, Campos ML, Cheng CBT, Pascua GCP, Yu KNT, dela Cruz TEE, Pangilinan MVB. Taxonomic diversity of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) in Palayan ng Bayan, Brgy. Cayumbay, Tanay, Rizal. Philippine Network of Microbial Culture Collection 10^th Symposium and General Assembly, 13 November 2010, TARC Auditorium, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
60. Baluyot RVC, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomy of fruticose lichens belonging to the genus Ramalina from selected sites in Southern Luzon, Philippines. Philippine Network of Microbial Culture Collection 10^th Symposium and General Assembly, 13 November 2010, TARC Auditorium, University of Santo Tomas, Manila.
61. Torres JMO, dela Cruz TEE. In vitro and ex situ bioremediation of congo red and crystal violet dyes by locally isolated marine fungi. 1^st National Conference on Bioremediation, 26-27 October 2010, Traders Hotel, Pasay City.
62. Aliman DH, Apolinario MJ, Ngo AM, Olis MC, dela Cruz TEE. Antagonistic activities against ice-ice disease causing fungi by locally isolated algicolous fungi. 12^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Convention, 16 April 2010, Nueva Viscaya State University, Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya. (awarded Best Poster Award, 2^nd place)
63. Atayde RJ, Bumatay JJ, Magpayo MJ, Mamba MM, Sebastian BH, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial slime molds (myxomycetes) in Biak-na-Bato National Park and Angat Dam, Bulacan. 12^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Convention, 16 April 2010, Nueva Viscaya State University, Bayombong, Nueva Viscaya.
64. Grey GNA, Ramos KMA, Ramos ML, Raposon MB, Raymundo CO, dela Cruz TEE. Antifungal activities of fruticose lichens from selected sites in Luzon and Visayas. Biology Teachers Association (BIOTA) 45^th Annual Convention, 08-10 April 2010, Palawan State University, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.
65. Pangilinan MVB, Dagamac NHA, Macabago SAB, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomy of plasmodial myxomycetes in UST Botanic Garden, Manila. Biology Teachers Association (BIOTA) 45^th Annual Convention, 08-10 April 2010, Palawan State University, Puerto Princesa City, Palawan.
66. Atayde RJ, Bumatay JJ, Magpayo MJ, Mamba MM, Sebastian BH, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial slime molds (myxomycetes) in Biak-na-Bato National Park, Bulacan. 14^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03-04 December 2009, Philippine Sino-Center for Agricultural Technology, Munoz City, Philippines.
67. Grey GNA, Ramos KMA, Ramos ML, Raposon MB, Raymundo CO, dela Cruz TEE. Antifungal activities of fruticose lichens from selected sites in Luzon and Visayas. 14^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03-04 December 2009, Philippine Sino-Center for Agricultural Technology, Munoz City, Philippines.
68. Cruz RJ, de Jesus EE, Puylong RG, Vasquez RD, Laurente OS, Gallardo EJB, Arriola AH, Espiritu RRL, Gulpeo PCR, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial myxomycetes (true slime molds from Subic Bay Forest Reserve, Zambales. Philippine Network of Microbial Culture Collections 9^th Annual Symposium and General Assembly, 21 November 2009, De La Salle University, Manila. (awarded Best Poster Award)
69. Ching MC, Dagamac NHA, Ramirez CSP, Santiago KAA, Torres JMO, Yap JM, dela Cruz TEE. Taxonomy of dictyostelids (cellular slime molds) from Subic Forest Reserve, Zambales. Philippine Network of Microbial Culture Collections 9^th Annual Symposium and General Assembly, 21 November 2009, De La Salle University, Manila.
70. Ramirez CSP, Torres JMO, dela Cruz TEE. Molecular identification of marine fungi isolated from seawater, seagrasses, seaweeds and sediments in Manila and Calatagan Bays, Philippines. Philippine Network of Microbial Culture Collections 9^th Annual Symposium and General Assembly, 21 November 2009, De La Salle University, Manila.
71. Yulo PRJ, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of cellular slime molds from Mt. Arayat National Park, Pampanga. 27^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 29-30 May 2009, National Museum, Manila. (awarded Best Poster Award)
72. Macabago SAB, Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) from La Mesa Ecopark, Quezon City. 27^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 29-30 May 2009, National Museum, Manila.
73. Dagamac NHA, Leontyev D, dela Cruz TEE. Five new records of corticolous myxomycetes in the Philippines. 27^th Association of Systematic Biologists of the Philippines Annual Scientific Conference, 29-30 May 2009, National Museum, Manila.
74. delos Santos MPD, Reyes CCI, Rosario PHC, Decangchon FACF, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity of corticolous lichens from La Mesa Ecopark and Ninoy Aquino Wildlife Park in Quezon City, Philippines. 11^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 29 April 2009, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite.
75. Macabago SAB, Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of plasmodial myxomycetes (slime molds) from La Mesa Ecopark, Quezon City. 11^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 29 April 2009, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite.
76. Yulo PRJ, dela Cruz TEE. Diversity and taxonomy of cellular slime molds from Mt. Arayat National Park, Pampanga. 11^th Mycological Society of the Philippines (MSP) Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 29 April 2009, Cavite State University, Indang, Cavite.
77. Borricano JNC, Canal JN, Marcelo DNA, Perez MCP, Santiago KAA, dela Cruz TE. Antibacterial activities and secondary metabolic profiles of fruticose lichens collected from different sites in Luzon Island, Philippines. 76^th General Membership Assembly of the National Research Council of the Philippines, 11 March 2009, Manila Hotel, Manila. (awarded Best Poster Paper Award, 3^rd Prize, Cluster III)
78. Borricano JNC, Canal JN, Marcelo DNA, Perez MCP, Santiago KAA, dela Cruz TE. Antibacterial activities and secondary metabolic profiles of fruticose lichens collected from different sites in Luzon Island, Philippines. 13^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03 December 2008, UP-NISMED, Quezon City. (awarded Best Poster Paper Award, 2^nd place)
79. Cardenas CV, Guzman APA, Moron LS, Torres JMO, dela Cruz TE. Dye decolorization activity of locally isolated marine fungi. 13^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03 December 2008, UP-NISMED, Quezon City.
80. Dagamac NHA, dela Cruz TE. Acacia trees (Samanea saman Merr.) from selected sites in Luzon Island, Philippines: A microhabitat for corticolous myxomycetes?. 13^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03 December 2008, UP-NISMED, Quezon City.
81. Go CO, Hernandez SAS, Ramirez CSP, Ruiz HI, dela Cruz TE. Isolation, characterization and antibacterial activity of marine yeasts isolated from seawater, sediments, seagrasses and seaweeds collected in Calatagan, Batangas. 13^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03 December 2008, UP-NISMED, Quezon City.
82. Kuhn RV, Javier AOM, Rodillas CP, Parra CM, Corpuz LHM, dela Cruz TE. Diversity and distribution of plasmodial myxomycetes in selected highlands of Luzon Island, Philippines. 13^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03 December 2008, UP-NISMED, Quezon City.
83. Collado ARM, dela Cruz TE, Franzblau S, Aguinaldo AM. Purification and characterization of metabolites from an antitubercular endophytic fungal isolate. 13^th Annual Convention Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP), 03 December 2008, UP-NISMED, Quezon City.
84. Yao ML, Villanueva JD, Tumana ML, Calimag J, dela Cruz TE. Marine-derived fungi from Manila Bay as sources of antimicrobial metabolites. 30^th National Academy of Science and Technology Annual Scientific Meeting, 09-10 July 2008, Manila Hotel, Manila.
85. Adducul AC, Cabalfin RC, Dagamac NH, Sogono PG, dela Cruz TE. Fungal root endophytes isolated from Musa spp. as biological control agents against the plant pathogen Fusarium oxysporum. 10^th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 15-16 April 2008, Benguet State University, La Trinidad, Benguet. (awarded Best Poster Paper Award, 1^st place) 
86. Aninipot JF, Dahonog R, de Guzman J, Estanislao K, Mendoza RAJ, dela Cruz TE. Biosorption of mercury by the marine fungus Dendryphiella salina from the Mediterranean Sea. 10^th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 15-16 April 2008, Benguet State University, La Trinidad, Benguet. (awarded Best Poster Paper Award, 3^rd place) 
87. Battung MA, Ojuederie OS, Vispo KE, Yoro EDR, dela Cruz TE. Antifungal activities of Lactobacillus species from milk products (as research adviser). 9^th Mycological Society of the Philippines Annual Scientific Meeting and Symposium, 16 April 2007, Central Luzon State University, Munoz, Nueva Ecija.
88. Balmaceda P, Cabal AB, Cabanban CD, Caisido JR, dela Cruz TE. Locally isolated chitin-degrading Streptomyces as potential biocontrol agent against phytopathogenic fungi. 6^th Natural Products Society of the Philippines (NPSP) Annual Convention, 05 December 2001, TARC, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines.
89. Lead and mercury bioremediation by Kappaphycus alvarezii Doty. in marine environment. 36^th Annual National BIOTA Convention, 05 – 07 April 2001, University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines.
90. Root formation in Ipomoea muricata Jacq. as influenced by plant growth regulators. 35^th Annual National BIOTA Convention, 06 – 08 April 2000, University of San Agustin, Iloilo City, Philippines.
91. dela Cruz TE, Menguito C. Callus induction in Ipomoea muricata Jacq. hypocotyl and leaf explants. 20^th Annual Scientific Meeting, National Academy of Science and Technology (NAST), 08 – 09 July 1998, The Westin Philippine Plaza, Manila, Philippines.
92. dela Cruz TE, Mantes A, Capaque R, Ancheta M, Dogma IJ. Light inhibition of Photobacterium leiognathi as bioindicator of heavy metal pollution. 26^th Annual Convention, Philippine Society for Microbiology (PSM), 08 – 09 May 1997, Caliraya Recreation Center, Lumban, Laguna.