Luz Oliveros Belardo :
Filipino chemist, Luz Oliveros Belardo researched the phytochemical properties of plants in the Philippines for natural products, essential oils, and the medicinal qualities. She produced thirty-three extractions of essential oils used for flavoring, scents, and herbal medicines.Luz Oliveros Belardo - Education:
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy from University of the Philippines 1929
- Master's Degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry University of the Philippines 1933
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of Connecticut 1957
Luz Oliveros Belardo - Major Awards:
- Lunsford-Richardson Award in Pharmacy, USA, 1956
- Philippine Pharmaceutical Association Outstanding Pharmacist Award, 1963
- Federation International de Abogadas Award, 1979
- Waseda University Plaque of Recognition, Japan, 1981
- Professional Regulation Commission Award in Pharmacy, 1983
- National Research Council of the Philippines Award in Phytochemistry, 1984
- Distinguished Leadership Award in Chemistry, USA, 1985
- El Consejo Cultural Mundial Award, Mexico, 1988
- National Scientist in 1987
